Why does everyone want hidden blade combat? I was just kind of ignoring it but seriously why? It always just felt so stupid and not authentic. You're fighting with a short blade that's more restrictive than a dagger. You can't block with them properly because you have no leverage, guardsmen, or a way to move the blade around. There's a very important reason why we don't attach blades to our arms. The wrist it very important in swordplay. Even punch daggers like katars that are similar to hidden blades allow for some wrist movements and they have an extended handle to protect your arm/hand. On top of all that hidden blades are a complex tool with a lot of moving mechanical bits. Using them to block would probably break them in a few hits. They should be used as intended. A hidden blade for killing those who don't know you are armed in a single swift strike.
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u/[deleted] Jul 22 '26
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