I've studied a Japanese art that I like a lot and is pretty well-rounded. Of course, as already stated, no art is perfect. The thing I like about mine is that it does a little bit of everything, Strikes, Throws, Joint-locks, and weapons. I think the weapons are fun. I feel like a kid again swinging the swords around <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

I've heard of systema and done some research on it. It's really cool. I've heard that it is based on some Japanese arts, but also a lot on cosak dancing. There was one video on youtube that showed the dancing part. It was cool cuz they were dancing and singing and then the host went to punch one of them and the dancing guy took him down. HA!