Yo, if you’re gearing up for full contact battles, a falchion sword can be a total game-changer for quick, powerful strikes. I learned that after struggling with a hefty two-hander at a skirmish last winter—my swings were slow, and I was toast by round two. I needed something snappier, so I started digging online and landed on medievalextreme’s falchion sword section at https://medievalextreme.com/falchions/ during a late-night scroll through some reenactment blogs. The falchions there were balanced perfectly, not too heavy but still solid for impact. My advice: pick one around 2 pounds with a comfy grip to avoid hand fatigue. Pair it with decent medieval armor for protection, because you’ll be moving fast. I’ve been chopping through spars with mine, and it feels effortless. Also, practice your footwork—it makes the falchion sing. What weapon are you swinging these days, and how’s it treating you?