Forged in Fire Season 5 Episode 33
Forged in Fire
Season 5

Ep 33. Tournament Round 3

  • TVPG
  • October 17, 2018
  • 41 min
  •   (18)

In this episode of Forged in Fire, season 5 episode 33, viewers get to witness the third round of the tournament in which four previous winners are competing against each other to claim the title of Forged in Fire Champion. The show is hosted by Wil Willis who introduces the contestants and starts the challenges.

The first challenge is the signature round in which the contestants are given four hours to create a blade of their choice using the provided metal. The contestants showcase their skills and creativity to create different types of blades ranging from a medieval arming sword to a Japanese katana. The judges inspect the blades and point out the strengths and flaws of each blade. After evaluation, two contestants are eliminated, leaving behind the top two bladesmiths for the final round.

The second challenge is the weapons round in which the remaining two contestants are asked to create an iconic weapon in four days. The contestants choose different weapons from history like a Spartan spear, a Viking battle axe, or a Samurai sword. They are given access to different tools, machines, and materials to create their weapons. The bladesmiths not only have to create a weapon but also have to put it to the test and demonstrate its effectiveness. After the weapons are presented, the judges evaluate them and decide the winner of the tournament.

The judging panel consists of three experts, who are renowned in the world of blades. The first judge is J. Neilson, who is a world-class bladesmith and has an experience of over 20 years of making knives and swords. The second judge is David Baker, who is a historian and also a bladesmith. He has created weapons for movies and TV shows like The Last Samurai and The Walking Dead. The third judge is Doug Marcaida, who is a martial artist and edged weapons specialist. He tests the blades using his skills and determines their functionality.

Throughout the episode, the viewers get to see the contestants at work, showcasing their skills and techniques to create the perfect blade and weapon. The show not only displays the craft of bladesmithing and weapon-making but also the dedication and perseverance of the contestants. It also highlights the history and significance of different weapons and blades from around the world.

In conclusion, Forged in Fire season 5 episode 33, Tournament Round 3, is an action-packed episode that exhibits the skills and creativity of the contestants. With different challenges and tests, the episode keeps the viewers on the edge of their seats. It is not only entertaining but also informative, as the judges and contestants share their knowledge and experiences about blades and weapons.

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Forged in Fire, Season 5 Episode 33, is available to watch and stream on History. You can also buy, rent Forged in Fire on demand at Apple TV Channels, Amazon, Hulu, History, Vudu, History Vault, Microsoft Movies & TV, Sling, Google Play, Apple TV online.
  • First Aired
    October 17, 2018
  • Content Rating
    TVPG
  • Runtime
    41 min
  • Language
    English
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