Japanese swords are one of those subjects that look simple from a distance and then get quietly...
Matt Tait
Matt is the founder of SevenSwords.uk and Geeks with Swords, a creative lifestyle brand built around passion, imagination, and the enduring fascination with blades, battles, and the stories we attach to them. His mission is to bring history alive, not as a dusty list of dates, but as a living thing full of artistry, symbolism, and human connection.
With a background that spans digital media, web strategy, and TV formats ranging from Question Time to Robot Wars, Matt’s real calling lies in turning his lifelong love of history and swords into something inspiring and accessible. To him, these weapons are more than tools of combat. They are expressions of culture, power, and myth. Whether it's a Viking blade, a Renaissance rapier, or a legendary cinematic prop, each sword tells a story, and Matt is here to share it.
Through engaging content, social media, and design,Seven Swords celebrates the crossover between learning and fun. It's for the curious, the nostalgic, and anyone who's ever imagined wielding something iconic. Matt’s vision encourages people to explore the past with fresh eyes, connect with creativity, and enjoy the ride.
He’s also won a NESTA Design & Innovation award and holds a gold medal from BBC’s Techno Games, but what really drives him is building a space where knowledge, humour, and passion collide.
A working guide from an inquisitive historian who still checks museum labels twice European swords are often...
When Merlin first aired, it looked like a modest Saturday-night fantasy with a young cast and a...
The French Renaissance duel sword sits at the point where medieval cutting traditions gave way to a...
Analysis of the family’s Territory, Alliances, Legal Battles & Feuds In the shadowy folds of the Anglo-Scottish...
Choosing the right units in Bannerlord is half strategy, half obsession. Anyone can recruit troops. Winning consistently,...
The Ferrara rapier sits at the refined end of Renaissance sword culture. It reflects a city that...
Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) tournaments in the UK blend rigorous martial tradition with modern HEMA Tournaments...
Malenia in Elden Ring is not a normal boss. She does not play fair, she does not...
Swords look simple until you start paying attention. Then you realise every curve, ridge, and lump of...
