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    Jul 24, 2018, 09:13am
    New 'Alita: Battle Angel' Trailer Shows Off More Panzer Kunst Action
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    'Alita: Battle Angel' has a very nice new trailer.CREDIT: 20TH CENTURY FOX

    With all manner of new trailers dropping during Comic-Con, one of the latest is for the upcoming Alita: Battle Angel. After hints in the teaser trailer last year, it seems the movie will indeed be showing off more of Alita’s lethal Panzer Kunst skills.

    In the original manga, Gunnm, the martial art known as Panzer Kunst is incredibly effective against other cyborgs, even those much bigger than Alita.

    Originally developed for use in zero gravity, Panzer Kunst is a key part of the narrative in the original story and I am curious to see how it will be developed here.

    While I still find Alita’s overly large eyes still quite disconcerting, the rest of the movie looks like it will be spot on and that makes me very happy.

    This has been a big passion project for James Cameron and has been a long time in coming. It’s very clear that Cameron is well versed in the original manga and while he is not directing this movie adaptation, his hand in its production is all too apparent.

    We knew that back in 2010, Cameron was looking at the first four volumes of the manga as the basis of the movie’s story and that he really wanted to include the sport of Motorball.

    Considering how often Hollywood messes up when it comes to live-action adaptations of manga and anime, Alita: Battle Angel may end up being the first one that gets it right.

    Alita: Battle Angel is released in theaters this December.


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    Is this going to become a 'thing'?

    Will this be the next Bartitsu?

    Panzer Kunst


    Tiger Sauer, the founder of Panzer Kunst, in Phase 32.
    Origin Mars
    Creator Tiger Sauer
    Users Alita
    Erica
    Gelda
    TUNED AR Series 2
    Tzykrow
    Zazie (incorporates elements of Panzer Kunst into her Zazie Style)
    Related martial arts Space Karate
    Ahat Mastade
    Sechster Angriff
    Zazie Style
    Debut Battle 1
    Panzer Kunst (パンツァークンスト Pantsakunsuto?) (more properly panzerkunst, German for "armored art") is the first martial art to anticipate combat in zero gravity, originating on Mars. It is the fighting style used by Alita and with the exception of a handful of practitioners is nearly extinct. The names of all Panzer Kunst moves and disciplines are in German and practitioners are called Künstler, German for "artist".

    Panzer Kunst seeks oneness between the senses and is commonly referred to as the strongest of the cyborg martial arts. Especially effective at disabling and destroying larger opponents, it is the basis of other space martial arts such as Space Karate.

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    Philosophy
    Panzer Kunst is the first fighting style developed to anticipate cyborg combat. It emphasises combat against both unarmed and armed opponents, including those wielding ranged weapons. Its foundation is fighting in zero gravity, a prerequisite for all space age martial arts, which allows the practitioner to fight in any atmosphere. Panzer Kunst seems to emphasize speed as well as the use of vibration-based attacks to bypass an opponent's cyborg armour and directly cause damage to limbs or internal organs. The art is also quite effective against larger foes. Panzer Kunst also provides a definitive tactical advantage, since it gives its user the ability to analyse an opponent's fighting style and to retaliate accordingly. Therefore, a Künstler will rarely be defeated in a second combat with a given enemy. Künstlers also seem to have been imbued with a sense of fanaticism and willingness to sacrifice themselves if necessary to carry out a mission.

    Styles
    Five schools existed within the overall Panzer Kunst framework. So far, the only ones that appear to have survived are the Mauser School and the Schneider School. The only other school mentioned thus far, the Gossen School, had already been extinct for 200 years.

    Hierarchy
    A Künstler can progress through nine ranks:[1]

    Anfänger (Beginner)
    Tzereter (Enthusiast)
    Lehrling (Apprentice)
    Geselle (War Artisan)
    Krieger (Warrior)
    Hoher Krieger (High Warrior)
    Meister (Master)
    Adept (Licensed Master)
    Altmeister (Elder)
    Other than these ranks, it is known that the Künstlers are often also divided into gruppen. One such group was the Mauser School's secret unit, the Kammer Gruppe. As a member of the Kammer Gruppe, Yoko was directly responsible for carrying out Operation Maulwurf in ES 386.[2]

    Training
    Many of the actual training methods and regimen are lost. However Alita's flashbacks reveal that training began at a young age, as most began as Anfänger when they were still young children. The actual recruitment process was unknown, although some Anfänger were war orphans rescued from the battlefield by Künstlers, as was the case with Yoko and Erica.

    Training sessions in zero gravity were not uncommon and a training satellite orbiting Mars was used to train young künstlers. They also received training from the leaders of the units they belonged to. The techniques were engraved within the Künstler's psyche and could still be recalled many decades or even centuries later. In Alita's case, the true extent of what she knows is still in the process of being rediscovered, usually by events or circumstances that act as triggers to jog her memory.

    Known techniques
    Most of the known techniques of Panzer Kunst are those that have been used by Alita at one point during her journey.

    Schatten Forgen ("Shadow Tracking", most likely Schatten Folgen): A basic skill used primarily as a training exercise which teaches a künstler to stay in their target's blind spot. The only practical applications it has in actual combat is to dodge attacks. A favorite technique of Erica's to gauge her opponents.
    Hertza Haeon ("Heart Strike", also called Hertzer Hauen - more accurately; Hertzschlag): One of Alita's most commonly used moves, the Hertza Haeon is a strike that delivers a high-frequency vibration to the victim, bypassing the victim's armour, and concentrating kinetic energy that, when used correctly, can be used to destroy or at least disrupt function of the brain or heart. It can be nullified with a vibration of the same wavelength. Figure Four can also use a modified form of this move thanks to his anti-cyber martial arts.
    Elbow Blade
    Kugel Keit ("Speed Ball"): A Mauser School technique by which the user fires a bullet hidden in their mouth to deflect a shot fired at them.
    Kurz Bombe Kunst
    Geschoss Schlag ("Missile Blow", also written as Geschoß Schlag): A supersonic punch that adds electromagnetism to the impact, delivering more force to the strike.
    Ausser Stosse ("Outer Thrust", also written as Außer Stoße - more accurately; Ausstoß): By twisting into an attack made by the opponent, the Künstler is able to redirect that energy against them, resulting in a kicking counterattack that is stronger than would normally be launched.
    Seinerweisen ("Personal Wisdom" or "Own Style"): Individual techniques created by each Künstler that are unique based on their own body's construction, and thus unteachable. Tzykrow's, for instance, was the ability to separate his head from his body and escape with it, due to minitaure retractable legs stored in its sides. While not considered part of Panzer Kunst, there was a tendency to consider Künstlers top-notch only once they had developed a Seinerweisen. Tzykrow has a Seinerweisen that is focused on escape and evasion. Alita's use of plasma can be considered a Seinerweisen as no other künstler has yet been shown to manipulate plasma.
    Unnamed Dim Mak-like technique: An unnamed technique which causes thousands of soliton waves to reverberate inside the target's head, increasing in frequency until they will localize in one spot in a month and blow the target's head off. In the meantime, the Verschlag will be transmitted to anyone or anything who physically comes into contact with their head, blowing off the affected body part or piece of equipment. It is intended to isolate the target from others and cause them emotional anguish before their inevitable death. The technique cannot be cured by normal means. Erica used it against Zazie but Alita was able to cure it.
    Unnamed suicide technique: Taught to Alita by Tzykrow to prevent the discovery of Grünthal's involvement in Operation Maulwurf, but she did not use it.

    Geheimnis
    German for "secret" or "mystery", these moves are considered the "secret techniques" of Panzer Kunst.

    Einzug Rüstungen("Armor Penetration"): By attuning their rhythm of movement to the opponent's, the Künstler then strikes when the opponent's guard is weakest.
    Hertzer Nadel ("Heart Needle"): A two-part Übergeheimnis combination attack from the Schneider School, also called Hertzer Fahren ("Heart Driver").
    Verschlag ("Partition" or "Box"): The first part of the attack, an initial Hertza Haeon-like strike is first applied in order to set loose a shockwave which bounces around inside the body, increasing in momentum and energy, before finally focusing on the extremities such as the limbs or joints. The opponent might notice this as a slight ringing in their ears. Note that while Hertza Haeon is usually delivered through the heel of the palm, Verschlag is done via the knuckles of the Künstler's fist.
    Hertzer Nadel – The second strike, driving a second Verschlag into the focal point of the shock wave, which causes the pent-up energy to explode from within.
    Einsatzrhythmen ("Rhythms Insertion" or "Operation Rhythms"): A technique associated with the long-dead Gossen School, existing only in books by the time of Grünthal's fall, 200 years prior. By attuning their own chi to that of their opponent's, the Künstler is able to fully nullify the opponent's chi, completely halting any attack they might have launched. Very few Künstlers were able to master the technique, but Alita can use it.
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    This needs its own thread from the start. It may be BS but it's just irresistible.

    They Are Preparing The First Martial Arts Tournament In Space
    Posted On: May 2, 2021 Posted By: Izer Hector Posted In: Science
    They are preparing the first martial arts tournament in space



    Production company called Space 11 Announced that it is developing a new combat form Mixed martial arts in space.

    The project is called Galactic combat And according to daily Mail, It will gather 40 fighters from all over the world who will prepare for a final battle in a zero-gravity arena.

    “This is not just a show. It is a new sport, a new sporting competition in outer space,” he wrote on his account. Twitter Andrea Irvolino The founder of the company.

    The Reality show Follow participants closely for 12 months. They will be the first to play a new sport called MMA-Zero G.

    Fighters are prepared inside cages without gravity. They will have different conditioning programs used in Astronaut training.

    The two finalists will be out of the competition into space for one last battle. This will be on board a missile It will orbit the Earth For 90 minutes.

    “The ultimate combat scene in a zero-gravity environment will make the viewing experience” never miss “, truly ground-breaking, and representative of what Space 11 Designed to present to the audience, eager to push the boundaries, ” Ervolino said.

    He continued: “The format requires more exclusive training, and offers a new, more exciting sporting competition that fans will love.”

    “And of course we are fully committed to the proven technologies and scientific data that we know will provide the safest experience throughout the entire process,” he added.

    Team Space 11 She has experts as former employees of SpaceXAnd astronomers and astronomers.

    Galactic combat It is in pre-production and will be split into 12 episodes, which are expected to air in 2023.

    It is not the only project in space
    Another American product, broadcast, Are working on it Space champion On board a rocket to the International Space Station (ISS) for 10 days with the crew, as reported. Limit In September 2020.

    The number of contestants and the exact figure were not disclosed. Space Hero assured that those who take up the challenge will undergo rigorous training and grueling tests that will boost them mentally, physically and emotionally.



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    Just got this press release:

    THOMAS LOUREIRO NAMED SHOW RUNNER FOR GROUNDBREAKING “GALACTIC COMBAT” REALITY TV SERIES

    ZERO GRAVITY FIGHT COMPETITION BEYOND EARTH’S ATMOSPHERE IS FIRST SERIES FROM SPACE 11 LABEL

    It is being revealed today that Thomas Loureiro (“Big Brother,” “The Ultimate Fighter,” “Hell’s Kitchen,” “Paradise Hotel”) has been named show runner for the first outer space sports competition reality series “Galactic Combat,” created and produced by Andrea Iervolino and his new Space 11 label.

    “Galactic Combat” is reality TV in zero gravity and a groundbreaking new format introducing “MMA-ZERO G” fighting. Former MMA fighter John Lewis serves as VP and Promoter of MMA-ZERO G and Co-Executive Producer of “Galactic Combat.”

    Said Iervolino, “So much of this series involves ‘firsts’ in the television and sporting worlds, so enlisting Thomas, who is experienced and accomplished in both arenas, is a comforting move for us to make and elevates the entire team coming together to introduce this groundbreaking format.”

    Said Loureiro, "I am elated to part of such an innovative and talented team. We are taking the most dynamic form of physical combat and elevating it to unimaginable heights!"

    The series will follow fighters through a 12-month competition for the opportunity to be the first combatants to fight beyond Earth’s atmosphere.

    The competition kicks off with 40 fighters from around the world training and learning to fight in the absence of gravity with programs and conditioning mirroring programs used in astronaut training.

    32 of the combatants will be eliminated during the training process, allowing for only eight to compete in the main MMA-ZERO G competition.

    The final two fighters left will go into space for the final event – a fight beyond our atmosphere. The dramatic and intense series finale will see two combatants fight aboard a custom capsule docked within a space station orbitting Earth.

    The entire run of the series is 12 months, from initial training to the final earth orbiting fight. In that span there will be 24 hour-long episodes and 12 bonus episodes streaming for fans who want to follow the training sessions spread over the duration.



    About Space 11

    SPACE 11 is a company specifically dedicated to servicing film and TV projects in outer space. Iervolino Entertainment S.p.A. is the global film & television production company founded by producer Andrea Iervolino that last week formalized a partnership to support Space 11.

    SPACE 11 was born from an idea by founder Andrea Iervolino to move entertainment beyond earth’s borders, similar to companies designing accommodation and recreational facilities for outer space.

    One of a kind and revolutionary, the mission of SPACE 11 is to create film, television and web content, as well as live events (concerts, sports competitions, etc.) that will be filmed in outer space. SPACE 11 will be the first company dedicated fully to the development of entertainment formats and events in zero gravity.

    Iervolino has already begun enlisting top collaborators, including the sector’s leading engineers, astrophysicists, astronomers, technicians and related experts who will systematically study all the means and methods required for the realization of the company’s mission - one entirely focused on creating something mind-blowing and unique at the global level.

    Space 11 has an Advisory Board that includes former employees of Elon Musk’s Space-X, as well as the International Center for Astronomical Sciences GAL Hassin in Sicily.
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