This instructional film places our average Joe deep into a satire on modern foreign politics. When diplomacy fails (or is neglected), it’s time to fight. And as mathematics has proven, it’s always helpful to have God on your side. All you need now is an oversized cowboy hat and a jumbo pistol.

The strength of Learn Self Defense is in its simple character illustration and minimalism. Everything from movement to color to sound has been minimized to focus your concentration on the tiniest change.

Chris Harding is a talented animator who doesn’t take himself too seriously. He is cautiously documenting his secret Mystery Work In Progress (working title) for all to follow.