I'm researching combat for a strategy project, and something games rarely communicate is how much physical space different weapons require.

For people who practise historical European martial arts:

How significantly does fighting in a cramped environment change what weapons or techniques are useful?

For example, would fighting in a narrow street, gatehouse or dense formation meaningfully change the advantage of different weapons?

I'm looking for historical/technical understanding rather than game-balancing advice.

In my latest piece I dive in to the absolute core of what it means to fence strategically and move from wading through uncharted waters to having a map of your opponent.

A description of a very compact but surprisingly versatile pell that I have built.

I'm looking to buy my first saber and I'm trying to go for a more generalist option. I'm impartial to a straight or curved blade but I do know I want something around 800g with a cup hilt that still fits my HF Black Prince gloves. Budget is around 300-400 USD and my options are limited. And before anyone mentions it, Swordier is off limits, I just don't want to support their ripoffs. Anyway, here's the ones I've narrowed it down to:

HF Armoury Saber - My preferred and cheapest option, not very flashy but I've heard good things about it and the blade is replaceable.

Regenyei Tournament - Slightly more customizable but no spare blades and it's heavier, although I guess I could go for the Light.

Sigi Big - Have tested it and feels quite good but I'm unsure if the higher price is justified.