Dash Rendar

English Warbow and Ancient Weaponry Expert

Dash Rendar is an English Warbow and Ancient Weaponry expert. With over 10 years of experience, He is passionate about sharing history and has garnered over 293k followers and nearly 85 million views on YouTube, and over 417k followers and 8.8 million likes on TikTok doing so. His specific interests include martial medieval weapons and armor, the physicality of ancient weapons, ancient warriors, and martial training like jujitsu and wrestling. He has had the opportunity to train the actor Michael Iskander for the series House of David on the sling in Greece. He also spent 2 years working with Insomnia Studios as a consultant on their game Spriggian, helping to build a Heavy Archer class and using his likeness to create a playable character in the game. He even went to Germany as their guest as Gamescom to help promote the game and development.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science, Business Finance, Fresno State University

Professional Achievements

  • Hired by Amazon Studios to Train King David and Goliath, with the Sling and the Spear
  • Hired by Insomnia Development to help create a heavy archer class for their game, Spriggian, and attended Gamescom in Germany to help promote the game and development

Certifications & Organizations

  • Certified “Weapons Specialist” on IMDb for work on the House of David series

Favorite Piece of Advice

Have fun, stay young at heart, and never stop looking for adventure.

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Co-authored Articles (13)

The Coolest Weapons Ever Made

Ancient weapons expert Dash Rendar goes over some of the coolest weapons in historyWhether you’re working on a creative story and you want to find the perfect signature weapon for a character, you’re digging through ...

Ranks of the Roman Legion (From Legionary to Legate)

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar explains how Roman soldiers got promotedIf you were alive during Roman times, you might have joined the legendary Roman legion as a soldier! The Romans were conquerors who spread all o...

A Guide to Every Roman Gladiator Type

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar goes over common gladiator classes & how matchups were chosenAre you curious about what gladiators were really like in the days of Ancient Rome? We’re here to sate your curiosity! As...

The Powerful Weapons of Ancient Greece: Swords, Spears, Bows & More

Ancient weapons expert Dash Rendar explains the armaments of the ancient Greek militaryThe civilization of ancient Greece has captured the fascination of many, and for good reason! There are so many things to learn about...

What Are Pole Weapons? 18 Famous Examples Used Throughout History

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar shares some of the most widely-used pole weapons throughout historyA pole weapon (or “hafted” weapon) refers to any melee weapon that has a long handle. Pole weapons were historica...

What Did the Men & Women of Ancient Greece Wear?

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar explains the fashion of the ancient Greeks from head to toeWhen you imagine the ancient Greeks, you probably picture all-white togas and leather strappy sandals, but what did they real...

What Did Roman Soldier Armor Look Like?

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar explains how Roman armor evolved over the centuriesThe Roman legionaries are legendary for their military prowess and cross-country speed, and one of the secrets to their success was t...

7 Roman Battle Formations (+ Strengths & Weaknesses)

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar goes over the most legendary formations used by the RomansA big reason that the Romans were able to conquer swaths of Europe, Asia, and Africa was how well-organized they were in battl...

Greek Hoplite Armor & the Phalanx Formation, Explained

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar explains what the ancient Greeks wore to battleAncient Greek soldiers were fierce warriors and won many battles around the Mediterranean thanks to their tough and durable armor. In thi...

What Weapons Did the Vikings Use? Their Arms, Armor & Defenses

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar explains popular Viking weaponsAre you curious about the types of weapons, armor, and other equipment Vikings used to fight their battles? You’ve come to the right place! While there...

Most Popular Gladiator Weapons & Armor Used During the Roman Empire

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar shares insights into the weapons used by gladiatorsRoman gladiators used a wide variety of weapons, along with specific armor and helmets, to fight their enemies in the Colosseum. Glad...

Understanding Meals & Foods in Ancient Roman Times

Learn how (and when) to dine like an ancient Roman citizenWe know a lot about ancient Roman history and mythology, but what about the ''cuisine'' of ancient Roman citizens? What did ancient Romans eat, and is it anything...

Bastard Sword vs Longsword: Measurements, Grips, & More

Ancient weaponry expert Dash Rendar discusses the differences between these medieval swordsThinking of hitting up the local ren fair or a medieval LARPing event, but don't know whether to bring a bastard sword or a longs...