Fighters List

The youngest member of the Forge Pioneer Fight Team. The young lion, emerged victorious as the champion of the inaugural BAM tournament and reigns supreme as the BAM 2025 Series Champion.

A seasoned fighter, James secured numerous martial arts championships prior to joining Forge Pioneer, where he became a valued member of the Fight Team. James is a key figure in the Forge Fight Team, frequently sharing his wisdom with both peers and newcomers.

The son of James and a member of Kalis Illustrisimo, he too has several martial arts championships under his belt and possesses a dynamic, counterattacking fighting style that shows off his mastery.

Revan Chan, a lightsaber choreography and sabre instructor at Avalon HEMA. Initially captivated by Polish sabre mechanics, Revan expanded his focus to Eastern European systems.

Having started as a Freestyle Wrestler, Silver is now deeply interested in HEMA as a new competitive sport. Silver also enjoys it for the fun, the intense fighting, and the challenge it presents. Silver's primary motivation for competing is the sheer excitement of fighting again, meeting new people, and having fun!

Forge Pioneer's seasoned fighter who proved that it's never too late to start swordsmanship at 47 and fought his way to the Top 8 of the first BAM tournament.

Zio Fagaragan is a member of Tōshinkai Iaido Philippines, currently holding a rank of 4th Kyu in Iaido. He is also an FMA practitioner under SINAG FMA, having been with the organization since 2016 and joining Tōshinkai in late 2020.

Jep is an intensive care physician leader, and a Japanese sword practitioner with two decades' experience. A shodan in Mugai Ryu Iaihyodo, he later joined the Forge Pioneer club to learn bladed sparring. He currently trains under the Blood and Iron principals, and still leads a Mugai Ryu study group called Hyoryu, "the drifting dojo."

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A senior member, instructor and a fighter from of Invicta LARP Manila.

Kimerian is primarily focused on HEMA and is currently studying the Eastern European school of fencing (Polish) and the British Art of Defense on Foot 4th. Edition.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

Maverick Sebastian is a HEMA practitioner with a focus on studying Spanish Destreza. He started having prior studied Arnis in high school, and began his journey with European martial arts, originally self-studying British military sabre.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

Cirila is digital illustrator and has been practicing FMA since 2014.She just started only to explore sparring around 2023.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A rising star of the Blood and Iron Instructorship program, Ryan Lo has expanded his skill set over multiple weapons, and is now BAM's 2025, series number two ranked contender and, our BAM 2 Champion. Will he catch our number one ranked fighter in 2026... keep watching and find out!

A gymnast and member of the Blue Babble Battalion at Ateneo, Badger is also an adept swordfighter. His calm nature conceals the intense passion and expertise he has developed through training with Forge Pioneer. Badger's tranquil and gentle manner allows him to perform fluid movements and demonstrate the controlled precision passed down from his father. With unwavering focus, he executes prolonged attacks and quick counters.

As a proud member of KIRO and a relative newcomer to stick fighting, he impressed both coaches and peers with his precise strikes and weapon mastery. His vigorous barrage of attacks and fierce martial counters are feared by his competitors.

One of Forge Pioneer's returning students, the 2019 Duelympics Illuminated Saber Combat Champion is out to prove he can still stand among the best.

One of the founders of Forge Pioneer has now entrusted his legacy to his students. Jericho continues to be a powerful presence despite his focus on other matters, he remains a formidable warrior, having secured bronze at BAM 2 with little training.

He serves as the gatekeeper for many of his peers, providing them the opportunity to claim they have gained skills.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

Johann, is the welcoming and accessible member of Forge Pioneer's Fight Team and under the tutelage of the Blood & Iron Program. Demonstrating his skill, Johann ranked 3rd in the BAM Series 2025 and earned BAMbino 3 Gold and BAM 4 Silver, showcasing his consistent progress and talent.

Dickens Ko is a formidable warrior with highly skilled attacks and a variety of techniques. He has proven to be deadly with any weapon set. However, his skill with a sword and dagger, along with his impressive ability to counter and control his opponent's weapons, has elevated Dickens to the status of a premier fighter in the Blade Arts Manila Tournament.

From fencing to stick fighting, Forge Pioneer helped sharpen his skills and versatility, boasting expertise in both single and double stick.

Vincenzo is primarily an MMA fighter who uses a mix of different styles when it comes to armed combat. He is weak against chinitas.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

Gelo, an instructor at Pinaglabanan Kidlat Arnis, has practiced Lightning Arnis with the UP Leskas method since 2013. Despite his disability, he is committed to challenging the younger generation.

KAMAO-Ateneo's relentless fighter brings an aggressive and speedy playstyle that shows just how deadly he can be.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

Joel D. Anajao is a professor of Sport Science at the College of Sports, Physical Education, and Recreation (CSPEAR) at Cavite State University.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A fighter is measured not by victory, but by the trials they endure. Their greatest weapon is a will that refuses to break.

A Scrappy Leper King. He will be back in competition once again once his health improves.