Scimitar

A sword with a curved, single-edged blade, originating in the Middle East and Central Asia. It is designed for slicing and often associated with Persian, Ottoman, and other Middle Eastern armies.

Scimitar: History, Design and the Curved Swords Behind the Name

Scimitar

Scimitar: History, Design and the Curved Swords Behind the Name

Matt Tait August 9, 2026

The scimitar is one of the most recognisable sword forms in popular culture: a deeply curved blade,...

Dark Souls: The Definitive Action RPG Experience

Dark Souls

Dark Souls: The Definitive Action RPG Experience

Matt Tait April 14, 2025

Released in 2011 by FromSoftware, Dark Souls redefined the action RPG genre with its punishing difficulty, intricate world design,...

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Essential Antique Sword Books: The Best Reference Guides for Collectors
by Jayne Ellis on August 27, 2026 at 11:07 am
Buying an antique sword without first buying a few good books is an impressively expensive way to learn. The post Essential Antique Sword Books: The Best Reference Guides for Collectors appeared first on Seven Swords.
Essential HEMA Books: The Historical Fencing Library Worth Building
by Jayne Ellis on August 23, 2026 at 3:59 pm
Historical European Martial Arts has a rather unusual relationship with books. In most combat sports, reading is supplementary. The post Essential HEMA Books: The Historical Fencing Library Worth Building appeared first on Seven Swords.
Napoleonic Sword Auction Guide: Prices, Identification and Buying Advice
by Matt Tait on August 12, 2026 at 11:31 am
Buying an original Napoleonic sword is one of those collecting decisions where enthusiasm can become expensive remarkably quickly. The post Napoleonic Sword Auction Guide: Prices, Identification and Buying Advice appeared first on Seven Swords.
Reconstructing the Battle: Archaeological Methods in Action
by Jayne Ellis on July 13, 2026 at 6:34 pm
Ancient battles rarely leave behind neat explanations. There are no helpful signposts declaring, “The decisive cavalry charge happened The post Reconstructing the Battle: Archaeological Methods in Action appeared first on Seven Swords.
Medieval Swords: The Complete History of Their Development, Evolution and Decline
by Jayne Ellis on July 10, 2026 at 12:54 pm
From Viking blades and knightly arming swords to Japanese katana and Indian talwars, the medieval world produced an The post Medieval Swords: The Complete History of Their Development, Evolution and Decline appeared first on Seven Swords.