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Diaz for me.

Shunmue II is a pretty cool game.

Hey Megan. Welcome to the forums. Where in Aus you from?

Welcome to the forums!

Neither had I...until now of course.

Weeelcome to KF.

What are the rules of the tournament?

How are we supposed to tell if you are ready for it or not if we know nothing about you or the tournament? Bit more info required I think.

Agreed. Sanchin and Tensho are like the yin-yang of karate for me. Sanchin being strong and power, under pressure. Tensho is at the softer end of the spectrum.

It wasn't announced until the 9th, so it's ok

There are also three times more Americans than Japanese/Okinawans, and plenty more interest in the lifetime 'study' of the martial arts in the U.S. than in Japan. But, otherwise i will agree... plenty more people in the U.S. falsely claiming expertise. You make a false claim in Japan/Okinawa, you'll be tested and disgraced. You make a false claim here, and everyone wants to buy your videos. It's not anly false claim. It's the very idea that a 10thDan should be given at all. Look up the criteria for being ranked above 8th Dan in Japan and Okinawa. National Governing Boards. Most aged over 70. Any American that thinks they are legitamately above 8th Dan is kidding themselves. No such thing. Just photoshop, and a real good HP printer. Goshi Yamaguichi is an 8th Dan. He rejected higher rank, because he felt only his Father was qualified to give him higher rank, and that he isn't old enough (he's over 60). His older brother is 70 and a 9th Dan. Both inherited the lineage without question. There are others just like them. At the top of the lineage, yet don't just take a 10thDan, just because their teacher past away. That's not enough reason to get the rank, despite the many Americans that think it's OK A 10th Dan, can't award above an 8th Dan rank legitimately in Asia. Look it up if you don't take my word for it. I totally agree.

You never know, he was a black belt. It really could be some secret technique only black belts know about...

All good advice. Thanks.

Ask your instructor, I'm sure he/she would be more than willing to help.

Well done Hudson!

Bo Staff would probably the most realistic weapon to use. Could be a pool cue etc...

Ditto.

Guys, he hasn't posted in this topic for over a year now. It's dead.

Don't know of it's origins, but it demonstrates that you have complete control over the opponent once they are down and could finish them off with one punch. Just a strength/control thing.

SawII is out?!? AWESOME! Unfortunatly, It probably won't come out in Aus for few weeks/months yet

http://www.martial-arts-info.com/ - <- Good clean site, should give you the basics.

Not specifically deadly, just hard & strong. Tough sparring aswell. You really should look into it.

What style of karate?

Kyokushin for me too.

What is your real style orion?