Ken Hill

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Hey FT community!
I recently got some fire chucks from dark monk and have enjoyed them thoroughly. I only used them twice, but I want to become more comfortable with them. Most of my play is simple handrolls and holding my arm out really far in fear of the flame. Now the idea of getting burned isn’t necessarily scary to me personally, but I guess…Read More

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Ken Hill
5 years, 1 month ago

Hey Devin! I’ve got some answers for you. Maybe others will also have something to chime in!

> 1) Are bounces okay if the wick happens to touch my clothes briefly (ex: on top of shoulder, on the hip, etc.)?
When you first light up, depending on your spin off method, your wicks will spray a little extra fuel out. This makes bounces a no-no for…Read More
- FireAnt
  5 years, 1 month ago
  
  Ken knows best!
  
  Watch my fire videos for examples of tricks to do: Youtube.com/thefireantshow
- Devin A
  5 years, 1 month ago
  
  Thank you Ken! That was very informative! I’ll be sure to keep these things in mind, and what I need most is straight up practice now, but I’m a lot more confident since I know what I’m headed into!
  - Devin A
    5 years, 1 month ago
    
    And also thanks for shouting out for help on Patreon!
    - Ken Hill
      5 years, 1 month ago
      
      No problem Devin! It’s a little quiet on this website, but I’m sure more will join in time. It’s just a matter of habit. Once we start games, people will be on here more!
julianw
5 years, 1 month ago

Hey Devin,

Great questions. Ken is exactly right. Some additional things to consider: (1) seriously be mindful of wind, especially with nunchaku. My worst burns have been on my pinky and forearm due to gusts of wind that blow the flame over my hand. (2) As you progress you’ll find that there are techniques you can’t (or at least you won’t want…Read More
- Devin A
  5 years, 1 month ago
  
  Wind, wow I hadn’t even thought of that! Thank you for the help!