I posted this on Facebook a while back, forgot to post it here.
Maces and swords have been replaced by small round
missiles. Missile launchers (aka paddles)
propel the missiles (aka balls) towards the opponents at incredibly high speeds.
Small courts have replaced arenas, ensuring
combatants are always within missile striking distance. Instead of heavy body armor, braces and wraps
are used to protect vulnerable body parts.
Some things haven’t changed, totally ripped physiques for one (see image below). Also, spectators still applaud, cheer and make disparaging comments as in the old days.
However, giving the thumbs-down gesture to
indicate the losers should be put to death is now a rare occurrence – except in
parts of Texas and West Virginia.
