Wednesday, June 28th
Cut and Thrust Armor as Worn Tournament (C&T)
Step into a thrilling historical experience with our Cut and Thrust Armor as Worn Tournament! This round-robin tournament invites fighters to engage in combat where your armor isn’t just for show, but plays a vital role in your defense strategy. The armor you don is your best friend on the battlefield, serving as your shield against incoming attacks. Modern armor like plastic or fencing masks? That counts as no armor at all! Leather or padded cloth will protect you from slashing cuts, chain armor holds against percussive and slashing cuts, and steel plate, the king of defense, is immune to all blows. Ready your armor, steel your courage, and enter the ring for a taste of historically-inspired combat like no other!
What: C&T Armor as Worn Tournament
When: Wednesday, June 28th at 1:00pm
Where: Town Square
Thursday, June 29th
Bridesmaid Tournament (Rapier)
New to the world of combat or yet to taste the sweet victory of a tournament win? Our Bridesmaid Rapier Tournament is made just for you! This event is a perfect arena for fighters who have never won a tournament before, allowing them to cross swords with peers of similar skill level. In this round-robin style tournament, you will get the chance to fight against each of your competitors, showcasing your skills and learning from others. The top four warriors will progress to a thrilling single elimination round, culminating in a grand finale where the last two standing will battle it out in a best two out of three fight. This is your chance to step into the limelight and prove that you are more than just a bridesmaid in this sport of masters!
What: Bridesmaid Tournament
When: Thursday, June 29th at 1:00pm
Where: Town Square
Rose Tournament (Heavy and Rapier)
Long Live the Queens!
Their Majesties West and An Tir cordially invite all Companions of the Rose and Valorous Estate to a regal tournament of skill and daring. Each companion will choose four champions, two heavy combatants (one Knight and one unbelt or both unbelted) and two rapier combatants (one MoD and one uncollared or both uncollared). These teams will then face off against each other in an Atlantian Speed Tournament to determine who is truly the fairest in all the land. Come and fight for the honor of your kingdom and the grace of our society.
What: Rose Tournament
When: Thursday, June 29th at 3:00pm
Where: War Field in front of the An Tir Pavilion
* The Atlantian Speed Tournament is a tournament style that is a variation on the standard SCA double elimination. In the first “round” all fighters are given a single opponent and the round is fought simultaneously on the one list field. All losers then move to a second lists field and new opponents are selected on both fields. Any losers from the winners’ field move to the losers’ field. Any victors on the losers’ field move to the winners’ field. Any losers on the losers’ field will have been defeated twice, so they are eliminated from the tournament. This continues until there is only one fighter left or the number of remaining fighters is small enough to allow other tournament styles to be implemented.
Friday, June 30th
Cut and Thrust Tournament of Kingdoms(C&T)
All hail the champions of the realm! Introducing the grand Cut and Thrust Tournament of Kingdoms, a prestigious battlefield where the mightiest warriors from across our twin kingdoms converge for an epic showdown. This tournament is more than a simple contest – it’s a celebration of skill, bravery, and camaraderie. The tournament kicks off with our field divided into four pools, each engaging in a fierce single elimination round. Rise to the top, for only the four strongest fighters from each pool earn the honor to proceed to the final, exhilarating single elimination tournament. Prepare your weapons, muster your mettle, and step into the spotlight as you fight for glory in the ultimate cut and thrust contest. The kingdoms watch on with bated breath – who will emerge as the champion this year?
What: Cut and Thrust Tournament of Kingdoms
When: Friday, June 30th at 1:00pm
Where: Town Square
Squires Tournament (Heavy)
An-Tir/West War is soon upon us, and as our heavy armored fighters prep their kits for battle, let it be known, that on Friday of war, at 3:30pm, Upon the Town Square, all squires (include perspective squires, and those sponsored ) are welcomed to take part in a tournament to display you prowess, chivalry, and other qualities, to the order of chivalry, and indeed the populous.
This will be a standard style students tournament, starting off with two open field, challenge rounds, leading to a sweet 16, single elimination battle to the final victor.
I encourage all those who can participate, to do so.
This is an excellent opportunity to get one on one, fighting with many opponents you might not get to fight at your regular practice.
There is usually several knights, who will armor up and stand on the field, who are willing to accept the challenge of any worthy gentle.
Any fighter who is not a squire, or student, who wishes to participate, is encouraged to join us as well.
There are generally many knights who are willing sponsor a brave, adventurous soul.
You can direct any questions to myself @ psychochycken@gmail.com
I look forward to seeing you all.
Yis
Viscount Durin Oldenmoor Tjorkil’s-kin KSCA
What: Squires Tournament
When: Friday, June 30th at 3:30pm
Where: Town Square
Saturday, July 1st
Hardcore Mode (Rapier)
Will you dare to step into the shoes of our ancestors, facing the relentless reality of battle where every hit leaves a mark? Brace yourself for the Hardcore Mode tournament. Here, your endurance and skill are put to the ultimate test as injuries from previous rounds carry forward. If you lose a hand in the first round, you’ll have to continue your fight handicapped. This thrilling contest is not for the faint-hearted, it demands precision and audacity. Only the most resilient and skillful will stand tall in the end. Are you ready to showcase your true fighting spirit? The arena awaits your courage!
What: Hardcore Mode(Keep your wounds rapier tourney)
When: Saturday, July 1st at 1:00pm
Where: Town Square
Cancer Sucks Heavy Fundraising Tournament (Heavy)
Greetings Unto the Knowne World,
All heavy combatants are invited to participate in the eighth annual fundraising tournament at West / An Tir War to benefit the Providence Cancer Center.
For a $10 entry donation you will have the opportunity to fight for the honor of your consort, win a fantastic prize, and support cancer research. Consorts, I invite you to inspire your fighter by standing at their side. The first fifty entrants will receive a unique token (any remaining tokens will be sold for $5 each). Viscount Sir Ulfgar has again generously donated a round shield for the tournament prize and Duchess Kaaren has created a haversack for the most inspirational consort.
We are also seeking list runners, marshals, and heralds. Please let me know if you are available to support the tournament in this way.
Come support your favorite fighter!
Witness acts of chivalry and inspiration!
Kick cancer to the curb!
What: Cancer Fundraising Tournament
When: Saturday, July 1 at 3:00pm
Where: Town Square
Why: Because cancer sucks!
(To donate without participating in the tournament please go to CLICK HERE)
In Service,
Mastarinna Ula Brennasdottir
Period Master’s Tournament (Rapier)
The pathway to mastery is paved with countless trials and errors. Embracing the wisdom of historical fighters and emulating their techniques, we invite you to showcase your prowess in the Period Master’s Tournament. Open to both rapier and cut-and-thrust combatants, you will need to demonstrate your chosen style to the judges, articulate three key principles of the style, and then put these principles into action in a series of fights. Be prepared to delve into each principle, explaining its essence, execution, and how it can be employed to secure victory. The ultimate champion will be the one who demonstrates a compelling application of their chosen principles in combat.
What: Period Master’s Tournament
When Saturday, July 1st at 2:30pm
Where: War Field