From:	Andy Butcher <fiend@*********.CO.UK>
Subject:	Re: 2 handed style question
Date:	Mon, 26 Jun 1995 10:41:24 +0100

Sebastian wrote:

> I like the two handed style rules from FoF, and was wondering if most GM's
>would allow a 2 handed unarmed style. Is there any such thing in reality, IE
>a martial art that takes better advantage of double strikes or blocking and
>stiking at the same time?

The style of swordfighting developed by Miyamoto Musashi (the legendary
Japanese swordsman) uses both the katana and the shorter wakizashi, one in
each hand. The style is known as Niten Ryu ('two heavens school') and can
still be learnt today. Also, during the Renaisance period, it was common to
duel with a rapier in one hand and a short dagger with a basket hilt in the
other, which was mainly used for parrying.

> This almost makes more sense with cyber implant weapons- are spurs and
>razors automaticly considered on both hands? If not, implants in both arms
>would be a definate edge and reason to develop a two handed style. If so,
>why is essence free even if you have just one cyber arm?

I've always ruled that hand razors were implanted on both hands, but you
have to buy separate spurs for each arm or leg.

> And no, I'd never allow two handed implant monowhip fighting.

Good. Neither would I ;)

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