Aspiring Knight

A Close Look at a 15th Century Crossbow String

15th c. Crossbow at the Worcester Art Museum

This is the first post in what I hope eventually, will be a complete series of translations for M775, “Ordinances…

I’ve added the events I know I’ll be at for 2025 to the Events page. More will be added as…

To celebrate the holiday, here is a video from Musica Medievale featuring Christmas music that comes from 12th century Aquitaine……..

I’m really curious who makes YOUR favorite longsword? My first (steel) longsword was a pretty generic one with a disc…

Winning is not chivalrous. Winning is fortunate, and should never be more.

This entry is part 12 of 12 in the series Medieval Arms and Armor Tips and Turotial

The question of how you’re supposed to wear leg armor is one I’ve heard debated ever since I began my…

I can honestly say I wish I didn’t have to write this, but I feel obligated. This post contains adult…

It all began with a book…. I thought the dream was dead, but then something changed. Encourage children to pursue their dreams.

Fun fact: I tried having an AI write me a blog post about William Marshal, First Earl of Pembroke a…