Dambe

Based on the ancient boxing traditions of Egypt, Dambe is a deadly striking art developed by the Hausa people of West Africa, many of whom traveled the land as butchers, moving from village to village performing combat ceremonies and taking on any challengers. The primary weapon in Dambe is the strong side fist, also known as the spear, which is wrapped in a piece of cloth covered by tightly knotted cord, while the fighter s favored leg is wrapped in a thick chain. It s as if kicking people in the face just wasn t quite hardcore enough for the butchers of West Africa. They had to start wrapping their legs in jagged metal to really get their blood going.