Ep 8. Xiphos Sword

In Forged in Fire season 3 episode 8, titled "Xiphos Sword," four bladesmiths are tasked with crafting a weapon that will impress the judges and earn them the title of Forged in Fire Champion. The weapon they must create is the xiphos sword, a weapon used by ancient Greek soldiers.

The bladesmiths begin by selecting their materials and starting the forging process. One bladesmith, in particular, struggles with his material as it proves difficult to work with and does not behave as expected.

Next, they move on to the grinding and polishing stages, where they must create the distinctive curve of the xiphos sword while also ensuring that the blade is sharp enough to cut through a variety of materials.

After the blades are finished, the bladesmiths are put to the test in the Kill Test, where their swords are tested for their durability by slicing through a variety of objects, such as bamboo mats and steel blocks.

The two bladesmiths who pass the Kill Test then move on to the final round, where they must recreate a historical xiphos sword using only the tools and techniques that would have been available at the time it was originally crafted. This challenge pushes the bladesmiths to their limit as they must not only create a functional sword but also ensure that it is historically accurate.

In the end, the judges evaluate the swords based on their functionality, appearance, and historical accuracy before deciding on a winner who will be crowned the Forged in Fire Champion and walk away with a $10,000 prize.

Overall, this episode of Forged in Fire showcases the skills of the bladesmiths as they tackle the challenge of creating a historical weapon while also impressing the judges with their craftsmanship and attention to detail. It is a must-watch for any fans of bladesmithing or historical weapons.