The Meyer Longsword Blueprint: A Special edition Study Guide: vol 1.2 (An introductional study guide to the works of Joachim Meyer) Paperback – March 1, 2026

Martial arts is a living practice. Just as our fencing evolves every time we step into the ring, so too must the resources we use to study it.This special hardcover edition represents the definitive version of Volume 1. Since the initial release, I have gathered feedback from students, instructors, and readers, allowing me to refine the text, correct errors, and clarify the mechanics of the system.Crucially, this edition also incorporates lessons learned during the writing and release of Volume 2: Introduction to Dussack. The insights gained from diving deep into Meyer’s secondary weapon have shed new light on his Longsword curriculum, and those connections have been woven back into these pages to create a more unified study guide.Finally, I have included something personal: a curated section of my favorite plays (Stücke). These are not just academic exercises; they are the "High-Percentage" techniques—the core drills I personally rely on when preparing for tournament competition. They are the bread and butter of the Page & Blade Society, and I am proud to share them with you here.You hold the key to unlocking the fundamentals of one of the most systematic and complete fencing systems of the Renaissance: the German Longsword as taught by Master Joachim Meyer (1570).Designed for the absolute beginner—whether you are training with a group or practicing solo—this guide cuts through the complexity of the historical manuscript to deliver the foundational concepts you need. Focus is placed on developing perfect form, controlling your measure, and understanding the core terminology of the Meyer system.This guide will systematically build your practice by covering:Mastery of the Four Primary Guards (Huten).The essential footwork (Schritt) that drives all attacks and defenses.The six essential cuts (Haue), including the foundational Oberhau and Unterhau.The structure of the fight: Zufechten (On-Set), Krieg (War/Handwork), and Abzug (Withdrawal).Start your HEMA journey with confidence and lay the strong structural base required to seamlessly transition into Meyer's complex Stücke (Plays). Read more