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The Porb

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The Porb is more than a shape. It is a quiet proof that form can exist without edges, without hierarchy, without direction. It does not begin; it does not end. What the Porb is A form: perfectly round — the least surface area for a given volume. It looks the same from every angle. An instrument: when touched, moved, or simply observed, it vibrates to attention and asks the hand and the mind to come back to completeness. A symbol: unity in motion. Every point on it is an equal distance from a hidden heart — felt, never seen. A tool: it teaches balance. It rolls, turning effort into flow. Whoever works with a Porb enters a quiet dialogue with a universe that prefers circles. Every motion is circular. Every change returns — nothing repeats exactly the same. Core Principles All sides equal. The Porb has no front, no back, no superior point. Flow over force. Movement with the Porb is surrender, not struggle. The invisible core. Its true power is felt, not shown....

The Three Instruments

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   In Percomboo, there are three primary instruments: the Stick , the Board , and the Porb . Each represents a dimension—one, two, and three—and serves as a medium for learning universal principles, refining personal movement, enhancing coordination, and providing physical exercise for muscles and joints. As you progress, these instruments can also become tools for artistic expression or simply a source of personal enjoyment. Stick    The stick is the simplest of the three instruments and is artistically closest to traditional practices such as eskrima or baton arts. It is typically a bit shorter than a standard staff. Symbolically, it represents one dimension —a straight line—and serves as a bridge between two points . It is also the most practical for self-defence, as it is easy to use, intuitive, and highly effective. In essence, it’s one of the most basic tools or machines ever created, yet incredibly versatile. Board    The board i...

The End of an Era

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I received my new degree in London. One chapter has come to an end — six years of studying, thinking, reading, exams, assignments, discoveries, doubts, challenges, and experiences. My degree is in  Humanities , with a focus on philosophy and psychology, and I also took several art modules. For me, these fitted very naturally with interests I have carried with me for decades, and which are also connected to the development of  Percomboo .  For me, university was primarily an encounter with new ideas, questions, and perspectives in a new language. Some things were completely new to me, while others were already familiar from my previous experience. For this reason, these six years were not simply about gaining new knowledge, but also about looking at what I already knew from different perspectives. I was introduced to Eastern philosophy more than thirty years ago, and martial arts practice and teaching have been part of my life for several decades. During this time, I did n...

SWEAPONS

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Sweapons (or simply Sweap ) is my personal armed martial art style. The system focuses on six practical and versatile weapons. These are both realistic for self-defence situations and rich in artistic expression and application. This weapon-based style includes techniques that cover short and long weapons, flexible and rigid types, as well as single- and double-handed usage. Each weapon also resembles some kind of everyday object, adding to its practical relevance. The six primary weapons in Sweap are: Stick Nunchaku ( Twik ) Long stick ( Lonk ) Tonfa ( Brak ) Chain Knife Practicing Sweap is both an enjoyable and physically conditioning experience, carried out with a clear sense of purpose and practicality.