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| Date | 02 Jul 2006 |
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| Price | £1.29 |
There are many different types of the halberd (Ji) varying by the number and shapes of the extra blades attached to the spear head. The single crescent shaped blade belongs to the Horse Halberd (Ma Ji). If you compare this video to one of the many spear videos on Wushu Scholar you will immediately see the similarities in movement. Of all the long weapons the Ji is most like the spear in weight and flexibility and so many of the same principles apply, however the extra blade on the side allows you to hook and slash your opponent as well as stab. Performed by Master Li Chang Ren in Jinan City, Shandong.