Warp Spider

Yes, an object will reach terminal velocity after falling for some time, a point at which the air resistance/drag becomes sufficiently great that it is as strong as the gravitational force attempting to speed up the object. This can easily be observed on objects with poor aerodynamics, like a sheet of paper (horizontal) or a beach ball.

It's a position that almost all MMA fights seem to get into. An open invitation to be bitten, I'd say.

That is a myth - there's nothing natural or instinctive about punching or kicking that makes it any different from a "spider guard." Both punching and kicking are behaviours learned from observing violent acts involving the flailing of limbs. Having said that, I think the point Drunken Monkey is trying to make is, even without training, if you grapple enough you will eventually end up in a spider-guard-like position just through chance. However, that doesn't necessarily mean that you invented it.

I wouldn't consider throws or chokes a groundfighting technique, but that's just me. I'd say joint manipulation types of moves are grappling.

Personally, I think that show was a farce. The fact that the flag may have been flapping a bit doesn't indicate no atmosphere. Just because there's no air doesn't mean that gravity, inertia, and elasticity are suspended as well. Since there's basically no resistance from the non-existant atmosphere, the flag doesn't need wind to keep it in motion. It was set in motion when it was moved from the shuttle. If you take a trip down to your local university (assuming they have a giant telescope there, I know mine does) you could likely still see the American flag where it was planted. That's more than enough evidence to me that the moon landing wasn't faked.

Well, hot dogs have intestines on them. And they're grrreat! Why I've half a mind to eat a dozen right now. Except I don't have any.

I guess it depends how far you want to extend the concept of what's "grappling" and what's not. Surely an armbar or ground submission is grappling but what about a choke? Does throwing someone to the ground and then choking them qualify as grappling? Also as far as traditional/"standup", does that just include punches, kicks, elbows, etc, or does it also include throwing, trips, sweeps? And under what category does things like a fishhook fall?

Even "Grasshopper Kung Fu?"

Actually it says they were 13 at the time. And although I don't want to seem like I condone that sort of thing, what if it was consensual? I realize that it would still be against the law, but still, I've met several girls who were "victims" of statutory rape but don't consider it to have been a negative experience.

I suppose I should clarify - the duel conditions are essentially any melee weapon of choice - and theres no requirement that the weapons be of the same type. I'm inquring for a friend, but he has specified a preference for swords, so that's why I'm curious as to which would be better for an "open" duel like that.

I'm interested to hear your opinions on whether a European-style dueliing weapon (like a rapier or sabre) or a katana would be a better weapon for duelling. (and of course, why you think that would be a better choice) This of course is considering modern swords, as opposed to the ancient variety.

Ahem. With all due respect, if "no force was used", then how exactly is it rape?

Use fire. Fire is your friend!

Depending on how experienced this bad guy is, there may be an opening when you hand over your wallet. If they want you to hand it to them, then of course you are in a position with your hands very close to their gun. If it has a "stick" type trigger (I can't remember what the "official name is") you can jam your finger behind the trigger so it can't be pulled. That of course, won't work on a full trigger, because it's not possible to stick your finger behind a full trigger. (well, not without disassembling the gun ) Alternatively, if they want you to toss it to them, you can toss it a bit to their gun hand side, meaning they'll have to use their gun hand to catch it. (meaning they'll have to take it off you for a second) If he wants you to put it on the ground and back up, that's probrably the smartest thing for him or her to do. In that case, depending on how they pick it up you might have an opening. Failing that, you could try surrendering and then shooting him or her in the back as they make their getaway.

As far as I know, butterfly kicks and tornado kicks aren't meant for fighting: It's pretty hard to do a complex move like that when you can't even see the person you're attacking. (due to the spinning and all)