Ep 2. Unhorsed
- TV14
- February 19, 2012
- 42 min
In "Full Metal Jousting" season 1 episode 2, titled "Unhorsed," the competitors face their greatest challenge yet as they prepare to face off in full contact jousting battles. After an intense first round, tensions are high and the riders are eager to prove themselves in the ring.
The episode begins with host Shane Adams introducing the riders to their new mounts - powerful, 2,000-pound horses specially trained for jousting. As they prepare for the next round of battles, each rider must learn to control their horse and master the complicated techniques required to succeed in this dangerous sport.
Throughout the episode, we see the riders training hard and strategizing with their coaches to develop new tactics and techniques. Some riders struggle to maintain their balance and control on their mounts, while others are able to quickly adapt and improve their skills.
As the day of the competition approaches, nerves are running high among the competitors. The jousting arena is set up with a long, narrow track down the center where the riders will face off against each other, attempting to knock their opponents off their horses with a lance strike.
The first few runs are intense, with riders approaching each other at full speed and delivering powerful blows against their opponents. Some riders are able to successfully knock their opponent off their horse, while others struggle to maintain their balance and stay in the saddle.
As the competition heats up, tensions between the riders also begin to escalate. Some riders accuse their opponents of cheating or using unsportsmanlike tactics, while others are determined to stay focused and keep their attention on the game.
In the end, only the most skilled and determined riders will emerge victorious from this intense competition. "Full Metal Jousting" season 1 episode 2, "Unhorsed," is a thrilling and heart-pumping episode that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats.