Dear Collector!
We would like to offer you an interesting limited edition for your collection:

Code of Knightly Honor of Hopakivtsi (Кодекс лицарської честі гопаківця)

  • Author: Volodymyr Stepanovych Pylat — Founder of Combat Hopak

  • Publisher: "SPOLOM", Lviv, Ukraine

  • Year: 2016

  • Format: Softcover

  • Pages: 128

  • Language: Ukrainian

This unique and rare manual, written by the founder of Combat Hopak, Volodymyr Pylat, represents the first attempt in a millennium to revive the ancient code of knightly honor of the Ukrainian warrior. The author has systematized the knowledge passed down from his ancestors and teachers, merging it with his own lifelong combat experience. This work is addressed specifically to students of the School of Combat Hopak and nationally conscious citizens of Ukraine.

Key Features:

  • Philosophical Concept: Detailed exploration of the worldview and spiritual structure of the Ukrainian knight.

  • The Essence of the Warrior: Outlines the 14 core qualities and duties of a warrior, defining them as defenders of Truth, Goodness, and Love.

  • Cossack Traditions: Features the moral laws, rituals, and strict ethical standards required of practitioners.

  • Unique Cultural Artifact: Contains high-quality color photographs showing modern practitioners training in traditional environments, bridging ancient heritage with modern practice.

  • Restricted Reading: The author explicitly notes that this book is not intended for pacifists and, following ancient traditions, is historically addressed to men.

Condition: The book is in excellent condition. The cover is bright and well-preserved with sharp details. The internal pages are clean, the binding is firm, and all photographs and text are crisp and fully legible.

Perfect For:

  • Martial Arts Researchers: Those studying unique national combat systems and their cultural roots.

  • Practitioners of Combat Hopak: Essential for anyone training in the system and preparing for master level testing.

  • Ukrainian Heritage Collectors: An important artifact representing modern Ukrainian cultural and martial identity.

  • Collectors of Rare Fighting Manuals: A unique addition to a collection of international martial arts literature.

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    For buyers from the USA: all additional tariffs on goods from Ukraine, introduced under President Trump, are fully covered by the seller at the time of shipping. You will receive your order without any extra fees or charges upon delivery.

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    Keywords

    Combat Hopak, Ukrainian Martial Arts, Volodymyr Pylat, Cossack Fighting, Knightly Code, Code of Honor, National Heritage, Martial Arts Manual, Rare Ukrainian Book, Self Defense, Cossack System, Spiritual Warrior, Knightly Traditions, Training Guide, Ukrainian Culture, Historical Fighting, Rare 2016 Edition, Systema, Sambo, Tactical Philosophy.