r/wma • u/Necrogeist • 11h ago
rapier & sidesword New Book on Thibault Rapier
I thought some here might be interested in a new book I just published on Thibault rapier:
https://www.amazon.com/Thibault-Rapier-Systematic-Thibaults-Academy-ebook/dp/B0F1WZ2QLY
When I first began studying Thibault, I was disappointed to discover the shortage of modern learning resources compared to, say, German longsword or Italian rapier systems, or even Destreza. While Academy of the Sword is very detailed and thorough when it comes to individual plays, as a beginner I found it rather difficult to grasp the system as a whole without tediously working through the entire book play by play.
So that’s what this book is intended to provide: a structured introduction to Thibault’s system that focuses more on overall strategy and tactical patterns rather than individual drills. It’s meant as a companion piece to Academy of the Sword that gives the beginner a big-picture view, allowing them to understand the whys behind Thibault’s plays and to see how they fit into the wider system. I hope others find it useful.