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Björn Rüther is a trainer at Hammaborg – Historischer Schwertkampf e.V. and leads the Meyer Class training group in Hamburg, Germany. He is an internationally booked workshop leader, successful tournament fighter, and works on motion capture projects for the video game industry. From 2020 to 2023, he was an active member of the German national longsword team, becoming vice champion in 2022 and champion in 2023 in Open Longsword.

Since 2022, Björn has served as president of the German umbrella organization for historical fencing (DDHF), working to promote historical martial arts and establish it as a serious sport. Today, he is a Motion Capture Supervisor and History Consultant at Raw Power Games.

On this channel, you’ll find everything related to historical martial arts – from training tips and techniques to tournament expertise and history insights. The full spectrum of HEMA – right here!

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In this behind-the-scenes video, we unveil the creative vision, the challenges faced, and the inspiring journey that brought Chronicles: Medieval to life.

1 day ago | [YT] | 18

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Want all the updates? Wishlist our game today! store.steampowered.com/app/2231020/Chronicles_Medi…

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I am really super excited to finally show everyone what I have been working on for over 2 years full-time as MoCap supervisor and historical advisor…
Today, I’m incredibly proud to share the first trailer with the world.
Massive shoutout to everyone who’s been part of this. Onward!

1 day ago | [YT] | 61

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New video incoming! The video will be released tomorrow at 10:00 AM CEST (08:00 AM UTC)

2 days ago | [YT] | 164

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New videos incoming... we will start with the staff this year :D And another big bang will drop off soon... stay tuned!

4 days ago | [YT] | 379

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aaand another Battlesword pic... Last weekend I had the honour of giving a workshop in renaissance fencing at Sanssouci castle. I took the opportunity to take a few photos in this exceptionally beautiful location.

9 months ago | [YT] | 816

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I was swinging my huge Battlesword on the weekend for no specific reason but fun :) Lets enjoy some cozy swinging... today at 16:00 (german time - GMT+2)

9 months ago | [YT] | 487

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Next vid incoming... lets go full force!

11 months ago | [YT] | 358

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Slowly my armory is growing more and more... maybe it's time to bring some content about protection... what do you think?

11 months ago | [YT] | 404

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Next video will be about a genuine longsword from 1580... fits perfectly in Meyers time. Im really excited :D

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