=Society Marshal's Handbooks=
NOTE - The official and authoritative versions of these rules are the pdf versions held at [https://www.sca.org/resources/document-library/#marshal www.SCA.org / Documents]
{| class="wikitable"
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Combat:Handbook|Armored Combat (Rattan)]]
 June 2025
![[File:Fencing-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Fencing:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Fencing:Handbook|Fencing]]
 January 2024
![[File:Target archery-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Archery:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Archery:Handbook|Target Archery]]
 July 2020
![[File:Equestrian-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Equestrian:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Equestrian:Handbook|Equestrian]]
 April 2020
|-
![[File:Siege-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Siege:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Siege:Handbook|Siege]]
 October 2023
![[File:Thrown weapons-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|Thrown Weapons]]
 July 2020
![[File:Youth martial-square.svg|frameless|link=Youth_Martial:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Youth_Martial:Handbook|Youth Martial]]
 July 2024
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|Armored Steel Combat]]
 July 2021
|}
[[Global:Global components]] - These sections will be common to all handbooks.

==Current status of Handbooks==
*Armored Combat (Rattan) - Approved June 2025. Effective Dec 2025.
*Rapier Combat - In progress, expected late summer 2025
*Cut&Thrust Combat - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Target Archery - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Thrown Weapons - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Equestrian - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Siege Engines - In progress, expected winter 2025
*Youth Combat - In progress, expected winter 2025

==FAQ's on the Rules, Modernization Project, and Quick Starts==
[https://scaorg.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ComplaintDropbox/Ea_6M-YGr_tLt_RQtno5frUBfwbs00zcKWpWqIWHcg_VJA?e=x0PdTH FAQ on Rules Modernization effort and Quick Start]

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Global:Reporting requirements

2025-07-15T23:03:53Z

ArabellaDaSiena: /* Injuries, incidents and adverse events */

{{ChapterInfoGlobal|Reporting requirements}}
==Injuries, incidents and adverse events==
===General===
#There are a range of issues that can occur at events or practices that must be reported. This includes:
#*Injuries (examples include, but are not limited to: loss of consciousness, major bleed, injury to head, major joint or bone injury)
#*An incident or injury which required a combatant to retire from the field
#*Anything involving calling emergency services to the site
#*Significant or unusual weapons, armor, or equipment failure
#*A serious safety issue that could have caused injury (a near miss)
#*[https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Global:Managing_misconduct Conduct/behavior issues].
#Marshals involved in the response to one or more of these issues that occurred at an event or practice will need to assist with reporting.
#Serious injuries:
#*Includes all injuries which require hospitalization or similar care, may require future or complex medical care, or include a period of unconsciousness.
#*Must be reported immediately to the marshal-in-charge of the event.
#*Must be reported within 24 hours to the Kingdom Earl Marshal, and the Kingdom and Society Deputy for the relevant discipline.
#All other injuries, incidents and adverse events:
#*Must be reported to the marshal-in-charge of the event and the marshal-in-charge of the activity.
#*Must be reported to the kingdom marshallate within 2 weeks and to the Society Marshal within 3 months of the incident.
#If the incident or injury involves calling emergency services to the site, notify the Kingdom Seneschal immediately.

===Documentation===
#Documentation of injuries, incidents, and adverse events should include:
#*Date
#*Discipline, category/type of martial activity
#*Type of scenario ((practice / tournament / melee / woods battle, etc)
#*Names and contact information of those involved, and relevant marshal(s)
#*A description of the incident/injury
#*The events leading to the incident/injury
#*Weapons or equipment used
#*If an injury, whether any professional opinion was sought and rendered. Note - No formal medical records will be requested, gathered, stored or transmitted as a part of this process unless required by law.
#*If equipment failure (including broken or retired weapons, tip blow outs, armor failure) include age and approximate use history, type/manufacture, any modifications made to the equipment, images showing failure and underlaying materials.

==Event reporting==
===General===
#This section identifies reporting responsibilities for positions/roles you may have at an event.
#Reporting may be informal (eg. a verbal update) or formal (written/electronic), as determined by the marshal-in-charge.

===Marshal===
#Your kingdom or the marshal-in-charge of the event may have specific reporting requirements.
#You will provide a report on your activities to the marshal-in-charge of your discipline at the event, the marshal-in-charge of the event, the event steward, or the group marshal as appropriate.
#If you [[Global:Managing_misconduct|sent someone off the field]] or were a witness to an incident or injury, report it to the marshal-in-charge of the activity:
##What happened
##What you did
##Whether you believe further action is required.

===Marshal-in-charge of an activity===
#Your kingdom or the marshal-in-charge of the event may have specific reporting requirements.
#You will provide a report on your activities to the marshal-in-charge of your discipline at the event, the marshal-in-charge of the event, the event steward, or the group marshal as appropriate.
#If there was an injury or incident reported to you during your activity, you must include it in your report:
##What happened, including the reports from any marshals or other participants involved
##What you did
##Whether you believe further action is required.
#If there was a serious injury, you must report it to the marshal-in-charge of the event immediately.

===Marshal-in-charge of a discipline===
#Your kingdom or the marshal-in-charge of the event may have specific reporting requirements.
#You will provide a report on activities in your discipline to the marshal-in-charge of the event, the event steward, or the group marshal as appropriate.
#If there was an injury or incident reported to you during any of your discipline's activities, you must include it in your event report:
##What happened, including the reports from any marshals or other participants involved
##What you did
##Whether you believe further action is required.

===Marshal-in-charge of an event===
#Your Kingdom or the event may have specific reporting requirements.
#You will need to provide an event report on all the martial activities to the Principality Earl Marshal or the Kingdom Earl Marshal. A copy should also be given to the event steward and the local group marshal (if applicable).
#If there was an injury or incident reported to you during any martial activities, you must include it in your event report:
##What happened, including the reports from any marshals or other participants involved
##What you did
##Whether you believe further action is required.
#If there was a serious injury reported to you, you need to notify the Kingdom Earl Marshal and Kingdom Deputy for the relevant discipline within 24 hours.
#If the incident involves calling emergency services to the site, notify the Kingdom Seneschal immediately.

===Kingdom Earl Marshal===
#If you receive a report of a serious injury from an event or practice, you must ensure that:
##Your Kingdom Deputy for the relevant discipline has also been notified
##The Society Deputy Marshal for the relevant discipline has been notified within 48 hours of the incident.
##The incident is also included in your next quarterly report to the Society Marshal.

==Officer reporting==
===General===
#This section identifies reporting responsibilities for officer positions that a kingdom may have.
#Reporting may be informal (e.g. a verbal report) or formal (written/electronic), as determined by your Kingdom Earl Marshal.

===Group marshal for a discipline===
#You will need to report regularly to your Seneschal and to the Kingdom Deputy for your discipline on the state of your discipline in your branch.
#*If there are subsidiary branches (e.g., cantons or ridings) within your area, this includes summarizing the reports that you get from them.
#Reports of any injuries or incidents reported to you from any events or practices need to be sent to the Kingdom Deputy for your discipline within 2 weeks of the incident.
#Provide any other reports your Kingdom Earl Marshal requires.

===Principality Deputy for a discipline===
#You will need to report regularly to the Principality Earl Marshal and the Kingdom Deputy for your discipline on the state of your disciple in your principality or region.
#*This includes summarizing the reports that you get from branches within your area.
#Provide any other reports your Kingdom Earl Marshal requires.

===Principality Earl Marshal===
#You will need to report regularly to the Kingdom Earl Marshal on the state of all martial disciplines in your principality or region.
#*This includes summarizing the reports that you get from branches within your area.
#Provide any other reports your Kingdom Earl Marshal requires.

===Kingdom Deputy Earl Marshal for a discipline===
#You must report quarterly to the Kingdom Earl Marshal and to the relevant Society Deputy Marshal on the state of your discipline in your kingdom.
#*This includes summarizing the reports that you get from branches within your kingdom.
#*Your reports are due: March 1, June 1, Sept 1, Dec 1
#If disciplinary action that extends beyond the bounds of a single event is taken against a participant in your discipline within your kingdom (e.g., authorizations suspended or revoked), include a brief account of what was done, to whom, and why.
#Provide any other reports your Kingdom Earl Marshal requires.

===Kingdom Earl Marshal===
#You must report quarterly to the Society Marshal regarding the state of all martial activities in your kingdom.
#*Your reports are due: March 15, June 15, Sept 15, Dec 15
#If disciplinary action that extends beyond the bounds of a single event is being taken against a participant in your kingdom (e.g., authorizations suspended or revoked), include a brief account of what was done, to whom, and why. If more information is needed, for example because of an appeal of the action, the Society Marshal will let you know.
#If your kingdom is part of an affiliate organization, provide any required reports to your relevant organizational body.
#You must provide a copy of the report, or any other reports, as required by your kingdom.

===Society Deputy for a discipline===
#You will need to report quarterly to the Society Marshal regarding the state of your discipline across all kingdoms.
#*Your reports are due: March 15, June 15, Sept 15, Dec 15
#If you have had to be involved in any disciplinary action, such as authorizations suspended or revoked, or appeals, include a brief account of what was done, to whom, and why.

===Society Marshal===
#You will need to report quarterly to the President and to the Board on the state of the marshalate.
#* Your reports are due: Apr 1, July 1, Oct 1, Jan 1
#Provide any other reports that the President or Board requires.

Global:Injury procedures

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ArabellaDaSiena: /* Reporting */

<noinclude>{{ChapterInfoGlobal|Injury procedures}}</noinclude>
==General==
#When an injury occurs in a designated martial area (e.g. field, range, or arena), it should always be remembered that the primary concern is getting to and assisting the injured party.
#Secondary to this objective, but no less important, is the safety of persons entering the area to help, and the well-being of anyone already in area.
#The SCA does not officially render treatment. It is not the responsibility of the marshal to render treatment.

==On the field==
#If you, or someone near you on the field is injured or you think they might have been injured, call a hold to stop all activity in the area and then the marshal will determine the proper course of action.
##If it is practical, the activity can resume in other areas of the field, if the safety of the injured person and responders can be maintained.
#The safety of Responders is a priority. They must wait until the marshal has stopped the activity and given the go-ahead, so that they can safely enter the field.
#In the event of an emergency, everyone must cooperate with personnel responding to the emergency and keep the area clear of would-be spectators.
#It is an extremely serious matter to delay the application of first aid when it is needed. Marshals who ignore injuries, or participants who intentionally interfere, may be subject to SCA sanctions.

==Treatment==
#If the injured person is an adult, they must be asked if they would like assistance. You cannot make a conscious person accept treatment without their consent.
#In most countries, if the injured person is a minor, emergency treatment has implied consent that doesn't require the parent's or legal guardian's permission, though if they are present they should be asked.
#Parents or legal guardians must be asked for their consent for non-emergency treatment for their minor, though the minor might be old enough to provide their own consent (varies between country and state).
##If the parent or legal guardian is not present, the designated adult named on the minor's "Medical Authorization Form for Minors", or equivalent document, should be asked for consent.
#If a person is unconscious and there is no immediate safety issue, only medical responders should attempt to move the person. Otherwise, the marshal-in-charge should be informed and consent to their being moved.

==Return to the field==
#If your injury involves free flowing blood, you must leave the field immediately and you are not allowed to return until the flow of blood has been stopped.
##Any weapons or equipment that have visible blood on them must be cleaned before they can be used again.
#If your injury includes any level of suspected concussion (even without loss of consciousness), we strongly recommend you follow [[Global:Safety_resources#Concussion_recognition_resources|international sporting guidance]] on managing your return to the activity. I.e. Be symptom free for 14 days before return to any contact training, and wait at least 21 days (and have been symptom free for 14 days) before return to competitive contact activities.
#If your injury includes a period of unconsciousness, you will not be allowed back onto the field for remainder of the event (including multi-day events) and you are encouraged to seek immediate medical attention as loss of consciousness due to injury is a medical emergency.

==Reporting==
Injury reporting information is found in [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Global:Reporting_requirements#Injuries,_incidents_and_adverse_events Reporting requirements]

Armored Combat:Marshaling on the field

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ArabellaDaSiena: /* Preparing to marshal combat activities */

<noinclude>{{ChapterInfo|Armored Combat - Rattan - Handbook|28|Marshaling on the field}}</noinclude>
==Guidelines for marshaling on the field==
Many of the rules in this chapter are not rigid requirements, but an attempt to help clarify and to provide examples of acceptable methods and procedures. Check which rules use "must", and which use "should".

==Preparing to marshal combat activities==
As marshal-in-charge, you are responsible for organizing the marshaling. This does not mean that you have to do it all yourself.
Things that need to be done prior to all combat activities:
#Check that the field will be safe for fighting on, preferably before the site is reserved for the event. Can someone in armor, with restricted vision, cross it safely? Simple tripping is an inherent hazard of combat in rough terrain. At minimum, check before combat to see if there are holes, soft spots, rocks, etc. If they are serious and cannot be worked around, move the fighting somewhere else.
#Arrange for equipment inspections. (See [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Inspecting_equipment Inspecting equipment])
#Arrange for marshals for all of the combat.
##That means there should be at least one marshal per single combat (preferably two or three); enough marshals for group combat (melees and battles) to both surround the fighting (to keep an eye on the boundaries) and keep most of the fights under general surveillance for detached armor, broken weapons, etc.
##It is relatively common for a marshal-in-charge to appoint those they feel are competent to serve as field marshals during an event. Whether these individuals are warranted marshals is a matter of kingdom choice. The advantage of being a warranted marshal is that you are an official of the Society, which gives you certain legal protection from lawsuits (if any) arising from your actions as a marshal.
##If volunteers are in short supply, point out to the fighters that they do not get to start until sufficient marshals are available.
#When it is all over, write up a report on the event. (See [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Reporting_requirements Reporting requirements])

==Marshaling single combat==
===General===
#There should be at least one marshal for single combat. Two or three will be able to see more of the fight. Four or more will get in each other's way and block the view from the sidelines without providing noticeably better marshaling.
#As noted earlier, marshaling has three parts of nearly equal importance: safety, fair witness, and showmanship. Excessive concern for any of these, to the neglect of the other two, will make fighting less enjoyable for all concerned. While these concerns apply to all marshaling, they are most detailed and balanced in single combat.

===Safety===
#The field itself can cause safety problems. Before you begin, look over the area where the fighting will take place. Look particularly for large holes, soft spots, and rocks as fighters will generally accept small holes, rocks, etc. as part of the terrain. Once the fight starts, try to keep it away from these areas. If the hazards are serious, move the fight.
#As the fighters come onto the field, take a quick look to see if they have their full armor, especially elbow, neck, and hand armor. These are the likeliest to be removed and then forgotten. This should not take any time at all; it isn't a full inspection or an attempt to catch someone trying to play silly games with the rules - just a quick double-check to help someone who could have been distracted by the excitement of the day.
#Once the fight has started, watch for broken armor, lost tempers, injuries, and intrusions into the field. Outsiders, especially small children and pets, do not always realize that they are supposed to stay off of the field during combat.
#If there is a problem, shout "Hold!", several times if necessary. Most fighters will hear and respond to a cry of "Hold!" even when they won't notice their own names being called.
##If the first cry of "Hold!" does not cause the fighters to stop, get in between the fighters, or between the fighters and whoever or whatever has wandered onto the field, and block the weapons with your staff until the fighting stops. Keep yelling "Hold!" while you do so that eventually they will notice. That is one reason why marshals routinely carry staffs on the field.
#Kingdoms have different traditions as to how much marshals should intrude into a fight.
##Some kingdoms expect marshals to keep their opinions to themselves, except in the case of clear and immediate safety hazards, and some kingdoms expect marshals to volunteer advice any time they think the fighters might possibly have a question about a blow.
##If you are new to marshaling, or new to the kingdom you are in, try to find out where in this spectrum your kingdom lies. It will make a difference in how you act and, perhaps more importantly, it will make a major difference in what the fighters expect of you.
##Blatant violations of the rules and safety concerns should always be brought up either immediately if necessary for safety issues, or as there is a "Hold" called for rules discussions that can wait until then.

===Witness===
#You are expected to be an impartial witness to exactly what happens during a fight. Ideally, you should be able to describe the last 3-4 blows on your side of the fight: where they started, their angle of approach, how they were blocked or where they landed. Do not be afraid to say, "I don't know" if you were looking at one part of the fight when something (allegedly) happened in another part.
#Do not try to impose your view unless you see what appears to be major and repeated problems. Leave the blow counting to the participants unless you see clear reason to intervene, as they usually have a much clearer perspective than the marshals do.
#If the fighters do ask you what happened (or you feel compelled to volunteer), try to do so tactfully. Prefacing your statements with "It looked to me like...", "It appeared...", or "to the crowd it looked like..." is preferable to a dogmatic assertion of what happened. Similarly, it is preferable to ask "Was that dent in your helm before?" rather than saying, "That blow put a 6-inch dent in the side of your helm." The latter might be 100% accurate, but it is unnecessarily antagonistic to someone who could honestly have thought the blow too light.

===How to observe combat===
#In order to be able to answer as accurately as possible, you need as clear a view as possible.
#You need to strike a balance between getting closer to see better and staying back out of range of the blows.
##Just what the appropriate distance is for you will depend on your level of experience with fighting (e.g., how well you can judge what the range of the weapons is and whether you are in or near it).
##In general, for single combat, 20 yards is too far and 2 yards is too close. In the absence of a better idea, consider 5 yards for weapons less than 3 feet in length and 8 yards if either combatant has a longer weapon.
#Try to keep moving so that the combatants are roughly centered between you and the other marshals for the fight.

===Showmanship ===
#Keep an eye on the audience. SCA combat is a spectator sport, just as medieval tournaments were. Your part of the show is to keep things moving and avoid blocking the view from the sidelines except where unavoidable.
#This means fast pre-fight checks and announcements, a minimum of holds and discussions during the fight, and a strenuous effort to stay out of the way and keep moving.
#If it's cold, wear several layers of clothing and move even more, as one person in a cloak can interfere with the view of many.

==Marshaling melees and battles==
#There must be a marshal-in-charge for each battle.
#The marshal-in-charge for a particular battle is not allowed to participate in the battle as a combatant.
#All marshals should be separately briefed prior to the meeting of all participants. Marshals should also attend the participant briefing.
##Emphasis at this briefing should be on confirming the rules and scenario limits for each battle, and identifying hazards to prevent accidents that could arise from hazards related to the scenario limits and to the actual terrain.
##There must be an understanding among the marshals regarding the rules and scenario specifics and any possible safety issues that may arise.
#All participants must gather to have the rules and the scenario limits explained to them, and any questions should be answered.
##If the scenario limits vary radically from battle to battle, you may need to brief everyone before each battle.
##Let the participants know if you are using an alternative means to signal "Hold" or "Lay on," such as whistles, air horns, or other such devices.
#Equipment inspection must take place before combat starts, with particular emphasis on any modifications that have been made for that event, battle, or scenario.
#Guidelines for number of marshals. This may vary due to terrain and scenarios.
##You should have at least 3 marshals for the first 20 fighters.
##For 20 to 500 fighters, add 1 additional marshal for each 15 fighters.
##For more than 500 fighters, you should have an experienced marshal-in-charge and a sizable number of experienced marshals. It is better to have more marshals for free-for-all combat.
#If not enough marshals are available, remind the fighters that combat cannot begin until there are enough. They may need to take turns marshaling to ensure that those who have to marshal can get some fighting in.
#Marshals should station themselves around the edges of the fight. This allows them to control the borders while keeping as much of the fighting as possible in view. It also prevents fighters from running into them from behind. As always, keep moving and stay close enough to spot safety problems.
#In very large melees, it's a good idea to have some marshals in the middle of the field, as well as those around the edge. If you are mid-field, be careful that you do not get so interested in the fight in front of you that you back into other combat or forget to watch another bout moving around behind you.
#When marshaling melees and battles, the witness function becomes a very low priority. It is not unimportant, but it is impossible for a handful of marshals to be accurate witnesses to the details of dozens of separate combats.

Global:Marshalate - Responsibilities and chain of command

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ArabellaDaSiena: /* Chain of command */

<noinclude>{{ChapterInfoGlobal|Marshalate - Responsibilities and chain of command}}</noinclude>
==Chain of command==
#The basic chain of command ''(people responsible or accountable for actions and decisions)'' for the marshalate is :
#*a warranted marshal
#*the marshal-in-charge of the activity
#*the marshal-in-charge of the discipline for the event ''(if position exists)''
#*the marshal-in-charge of the event - see [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Global:Marshalate_-_Responsibilities_and_chain_of_command#Notes notes]
#*the Principality Deputy for the discipline ''(if position exists)
#*the Principality Earl Marshal ''(if position exists)'' - see [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Global:Marshalate_-_Responsibilities_and_chain_of_command#Notes notes]
#*the Kingdom Deputy for the discipline
#*the Kingdom Earl Marshal - see [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Global:Marshalate_-_Responsibilities_and_chain_of_command#Notes notes]
#*the Society Deputy Marshal for the discipline
#*the Society Marshal
#*the Board of Directors
#A warranted marshal of that discipline (i.e. subject matter expertise) is required for decisions on:
#*armor, weapons and equipment for that discipline
#*conventions for that discipline, including rules of engagement, use of weapons and equipment, acknowledgement of blows, expected behavior
#*granting authorizations (i.e. assessing competency) for the discipline
#*categories within the discipline
#*types of activities within the discipline

===Notes===
#If you are not a warranted marshal for a discipline, you cannot make decisions that requires subject-matter expertise (SME).
#For roles that includes multi-discipline responsibility and accountability (e.g. marshal-in-charge of the event, Principality Earl Marshal, Kingdom Earl Marshal, Society Marshal):
##You should consult a subject-matter expert (SME). You can support the SME recommendation, or, if you disagree with the SME, document the reason.
##You should verify and document whether the correct procedures have been followed to manage any issues, that the appropriate subject matter experts were involved and actions are justified, and direct any further appeal (if applicable) to the next person in the chain of command.
#Kindgom Earl Marshals in affiliate organizations will need to consult with their local organization(s) to choose the most appropriate escalation path.
#The Society Marshal level has a unique role (see Society Marshal job description), that includes decisions on existing or new martial activities or weapons in which there might not be official subject-matter expertise within the SCA.

==Definitions==
;Discipline
:The martial form. Current SCA martial disciplines: armored combat - rattan, armored combat - steel, equestrian, fencing, siege, target archery, thrown weapons, youth combat
;Activity
:E.g. a tournament, a competition, a practice, a battle scenario, a morning of melee combat, etc.
;Field
:Designated area used for martial activities. E.g., list field, battle field, range, arena, etc.
;Incident
:Misconduct (a participant or marshal needs to be disciplined), accident, near miss or mishap, broken equipment, etc.
;Injury
:Damage to the body of a person or equine.

===RACI definitions===
;Responsible
:Those who do the work to complete the task.

;Accountable
:The one answerable for the correct and thorough completion of the task, the one who ensures the prerequisites of the task are met and who delegates the work to those responsible.
:For any martial activity, there must be someone who is accountable for it.

;Consulted
:Those whose opinions are sought, typically subject-matter experts, and with whom there is two-way communication.

;Informed
:Those who are kept up-to-date on progress and decisions.

==Personnel==
===Non-warranted marshals===
#Appointed to assist in a martial activity by the marshal-in-charge of the activity during an event.
#Often assist in ensuring that boundaries are maintained, and/or look for immediate issues of safety or behavior.
#They are not in the chain of appeals.

===Warranted marshal===
#A person authorized as a marshal and warranted as an officer of the SCA.
#They can monitor and make decisions about their martial discipline, with designated authorities defined by their kingdom and/or Society.
#They are appointed to assist in an activity by the marshal-in-charge of the event or activity.
#They are responsible for inspecting equipment, monitoring the conduct of the activity and responding to incidents during that activity.
#They can exclude or remove a person from a bout/round of the activity for stated reason.
#They may authorize an adult participant for their discipline.

===Marshal-in-charge of the activity ("Marshal of the field")===
#The marshal who is responsible for oversight and management of the marshaling of an activity.
#They must be a warranted marshal for that discipline.
#They are appointed by the marshal of the discipline at the event, or the marshal-in-charge of the event, or the event steward.
#They are responsible for ensuring that the activity can be undertaken, reporting on the activity, and responding to incidents during activities.
#They are accountable for the activity as a whole.
#They can exclude or remove a person from the activity for stated reason.
#They are kept informed by those they have appointed as marshals and non-warranted marshals for the activity.

===Marshal-in-charge of the discipline at event===
#The marshal accountable for all of a discipline's activities at an event, whether scheduled or unscheduled. They are not accountable for other disciplines' activities.
#They must be a warranted marshal for that discipline.
#They are typically appointed by the event steward or the marshal-in-charge of the event.
#They are responsible for oversight and management of the marshaling of all activities for that discipline at the event.
#They are responsible for dealing with incidents within their discipline at the event.
#They can exclude or remove a person from all of that discipline’s activities at the event for stated reason.
#They report on all activities of that discipline at an event to the marshal-in-charge of the event (if there is one) and the event steward, and the group marshal for the discipline of the hosting group.
#They are kept informed by the marshals-in-charge of activities of their discipline at the event.

===Marshal-in-charge of the event===
#The person responsible for oversight and management of all martial activities of all disciplines at an event.
#They can enlist the assistance of other warranted or non-warranted marshals in executing these duties.
#They should be kept informed by the marshals, or by marshals-in-charge of disciplines they may have appointed for the event.
#They are administratively accountable for all martial activities of all disciplines at an event, whether scheduled or unscheduled.
#They are typically appointed by the event steward, but can be appointed in kingdom law, or treaty.
#They are responsible for dealing with incidents or issues that span multiple disciplines.
#They can exclude or remove a person from all martial activities at the event for stated reason.
#They provide an event report, including any incidents/injuries, to the Principality or Kingdom Earl Marshal.
#They ensure that reports from all activities are received by the event steward ''(if required).

===Other marshals (e.g. local group marshals, knight marshals, regional marshals, etc.)===
#An officer who administers a martial discipline(s) within a group or region.
#They are responsible for ensuring that activities for their group or region are able to occur, collecting reports from those activities and reporting to their group and higher level officer.
#Some groups might have an additional layer above this that administers all martial disciplines within a group.
#These marshals are not in the line of appeals. However, they should be informed or consulted if the person is from their group or region.

===Kingdom Deputy Earl Marshal for a Discipline===
#The Kingdom Deputy Earl Marshal for a Discipline is responsible for the activities of that discipline within the kingdom.
#They are appointed by the Kingdom Earl Marshal, are warranted according to Society procedures for warranting officers, and must meet requirements set in the Society Marshal's Handbooks.
#They are responsible for oversight and management of authorizations for participants and warranting marshals for their discipline in their kingdom.
#They may authorize a minor participant for their discipline.
#They are responsible for suspending/revoking authorizations or warrants of participants for their discipline, if required.
#Other duties and responsibilities that their Kingdom Earl Marshal requires.
#They may define and designate marshals with particular authorities in their discipline.
#They may warrant deputies and delegate defined authorities to assist in conducting activities in their discipline. When a new Kingdom Deputy Earl Marshal for that discipline is appointed, all existing deputy warrants will be terminated.
#They are kept informed by the group marshals for that discipline.
#They report on the state of the discipline, including any issues and experiments within the kingdom to the Kingdom Earl Marshal and to the Society Deputy for that discipline.
#They consult with the Society Deputy for that discipline on administrative and rule changes and experiments that affect their discipline.

===Principality Earl Marshal===
#The principality officer administratively accountable for all martial disciplines within a principality.
#The Principality Earl Marshal is appointed and warranted according to Society procedures laid down for warranting officers and must meet requirements delineated by the Society Marshal's Handbooks.
#They are responsible for oversight and management of authorizations for participants and warranting marshals within their principality.
#They may authorize a minor participant within their principality.
#They are responsible for suspending/revoking authorizations or warrants of participants within their principality, if required.
#Other duties and responsibilities that their Kingdom Earl Marshal requires.
#They are kept informed by the marshals within their principality.
#They report on the state of all martial disciplines, interpretations, experiments, and any issues within their principality to the Kingdom Earl Marshal.

===Kingdom Earl Marshal===
#The kingdom officer administratively accountable for all martial disciplines within a kingdom/principality.
#The Kingdom Earl Marshal is appointed and warranted according to Society procedures laid down for warranting officers and must meet requirements delineated by the Society Marshal's Handbooks.
#They are responsible for promoting and enabling all martial activities in their Kingdom/Principality, including ensuring the rules and processes are implemented properly and in an unbiased manner.
#The Kingdom Earl Marshal is responsible for oversight and management of authorizations for all participants and warranting marshals for their kingdom.
#They may define and designate marshals with particular authorities.
#They are responsible for suspending/revoking authorizations or warrants of participants in one or multiple disciplines, if required.
#They are kept informed by and answer correspondence from their Deputies, Principality Earl Marshals, and Group Marshals.
#They report on the state of all martial disciplines, interpretations, experiments, and any issues within their kingdom to the Society Marshal.
#If in a kingdom that is part of an affiliate, they will also need to report to their organization.
#They consult with the Society Marshal on administrative and rule changes and experiments that affect all disciplines.

===The Crown/Coronet===
#The Sovereign and Consort are not in the marshalate chain of command or appeals, but may be consulted on decisions at their level, and should be informed of outcomes.

===Society Deputy Marshal for a discipline===
#A deputy of the Society Marshal appointed to be accountable for a martial discipline within the Society.
#They are appointed by the Society Marshal and warranted according to Society procedures laid down for warranting officers and must meet requirements delineated by the Society Marshal's Handbooks.
#They are responsible for suspending/revoking authorizations or warrants of participants for their discipline, if required.
#They report on the state of their martial discipline, interpretations, experiments, and any issues within their martial discipline to the Society Marshal.
#They are kept informed by the Kingdom Deputies for their discipline.
#They consult with the Society Marshal on administrative and rule changes and experiments that affect their discipline.

===Society Deputy Marshal for a Program===
#A deputy of the Society Marshal appointed to be accountable for a martial program that is managed at the Society level.
#They are appointed by the Society Marshal and warranted according to Society procedures laid down for warranting officers.
#They are responsible for oversight and management of all activities, authorizations of participants, and warranting marshals for their program.
#They are responsible for suspending/revoking authorizations or warrants of participants in the program, if required.
#They are kept informed by their Program marshals.
#They report on the state of the program and any issues within their program to the Society Marshal.
#They consult with the Society Marshal on administrative and rule changes and experiments that affect their program.

===Society Marshal===
#The Society officer accountable for all martial disciplines within the Society.
#The Society Marshal is appointed and warranted by the Board of Directors of SCA Inc.
#They are responsible for:
#*warranting and directing the Kingdom Earl Marshals in matters concerning the supervision of the martial and related activities at Society events
#*overseeing the manner and conduct of duties of all marshals throughout the Society
#*working to promote and improve the safety of the Society’s martial activities
#*working with the Minister of Arts and Sciences to encourage research in armor, weapons, and the practice of historical martial arts
#*establishing standards for being issued an authorization
#*making interpretations and clarifications regarding the Rules of the Lists
#*conducting well documented and monitored experiments with new weapons, armor materials and martial formats in order to advance martial activities in the Society.
#They are responsible for suspending/revoking authorizations or warrants of participants in one or multiple disciplines, if required.
#They report on the state of all martial disciplines, interpretations, experiments, and any issues within Society martial arts to the Board of Directors.
#They are kept informed by and answer correspondence from the Earls Marshals, and the Society Deputies for the disciplines.

Armored Combat:Authorization process example

2025-07-15T22:58:33Z

ArabellaDaSiena: /* Theory test */

<noinclude>{{ChapterInfo|Armored Combat - Rattan - Handbook|19|Authorization process example}}</noinclude>
In the absence of creating their own process, kingdoms will use the following:
==Authorization procedures==
These authorization procedures require:
#a candidate who has trained enough to be ready to authorize
#a marshal who is warranted to conduct authorizations for armored combat (rattan) in the kingdom
#an experienced authorized participant(s) to be the opponent(s) for the practical test.
#a warranted marshal, authorized marshal, or an authorized participant, in that weapon form/activity/discipline to act as a witness and provide a second opinion (2 person integrity rule). They could also be the opponent for the practical test.

===Documentation===
The authorizing participant must show the authorizing marshal any required documentation, such as waivers, and fill out any relevant forms.

===Theory test===
This can be a written or verbal test. The marshal will quiz the authorizing participant on:
#the [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Global:Rules_of_the_Lists Rules of the Lists]
#[https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Expected_behavior_and_responsibilities expected behavior and responsibilities]
#the conventions of combat for the activity or weapon form they are authorizing for:
##[https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Holds What to do during holds]
##[https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Rules_of_engagement Rules of engagement]
##[https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Use_of_weapons_and_defensive_equipment Use of weapons and shields]
##[https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Target_areas Target areas]
##[https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Acknowledgement_of_blows Acknowledgement of blows]
#equipment requirements (such as weapon and armor standards) for the activity or weapon form they are authorizing for.
#their kingdom's specific conventions and equipment standards.

===Armor and weapons check===
#The authorizing participant will put on their armor and present themselves and any weapons and equipment needed for this authorization to the marshal for inspection.
#The marshal will inspect the armor to ensure that it meets kingdom requirements and covers everything required.
#The marshal will inspect the weapons and equipment to ensure they meet kingdom requirements.
#If the armor, weapon, or equipment fails the inspection, it will need to be fixed before continuing.

===Practical test===
====Sparring====
#For the first few minutes, the authorizing participant and their opponent will establish calibration of blows, and either fight at 1/2 to 3/4 speed and verbally acknowledge all blows landed, or alternate between defensive only and offensive only.
#The marshal and the witnessing authorized fighter are looking at:
## basic technique - can they throw and receive blows without the risk of injuring themselves or their opponent?
###Note - they don't need to be good, just safe.
##ability to call blows when hit - including 'light', 'good', and 'too stout' blows
##ability to defend themselves safely
##ability to follow the marshal's instructions.
#If this portion of the authorization is not satisfactorily completed, the authorization procedure will be stopped.
##The participant will be told of the problems observed and given instructions on how to correct the problems.

====Formal combat====
#If the first portion of the bout has progressed satisfactorily, the authorizing participant will then fight an opponent in one or more tournament-type bouts, acknowledging the effects of blows appropriately until one of them is defeated.
#The marshal and the witnessing authorized fighter are looking at:
##the same things they were looking for during the sparring portion
##whether they can apply the conventions of combat
##how they react to full speed blows
##whether they react appropriately under pressure
##whether they can maintain control and their temper.
#The marshal and the witnessing authorized fighter will discuss the participant's performance. They can ask for further bouts or demonstration of technique.

===Passing the test===
#If the authorizing marshal and witnessing fighter/marshal agree that they have met the requirements, the marshal will notify the fighter that they are now authorized.
##The participant and marshal will properly complete any documentation required by the kingdom. This must be registered and tracked by the kingdom. This could be an online system, or paper forms sent to the kingdom official responsible for tracking authorizations and/or issuing proof of authorization.
##Proof of authorization should be given to or made available to the participant. This could be a physical card, or a digital database record.
##The fighter may be issued a temporary card or keep a copy of the authorization form and waiver if they intend to fight prior to receiving the proof of authorization.
##The fighter should receive proof of authorization within one month. If not, they should contact the kingdom official.
#If the marshal decides not to authorize a participant, they will explain why, and what they need to work on to succeed next time.

==Re-authorization procedure==
#Regardless of how recently the fighter's authorization has lapsed, the authorizing marshal must test the fighter on their knowledge of the rules, particularly any rules that have changed within the last 4 years.
#If the authorizing marshal has not seen the participant fight recently enough to confirm that they still meet the required competencies, observe them during combat and confirm that they are still competent, or run through the practical test.
#If a fighter has been sanctioned (e.g. had their authorization removed or suspended), the authorizing marshal must confirm that the issues relating to the sanction have been addressed.

Armored Combat:Equipment standards - Armor - General

2025-07-15T22:54:25Z

ArabellaDaSiena: /* General */

==General==
#Before armored combat at each and every SCA event, including training and pick-ups, you must make sure that a warranted armored combat marshal inspects and approves any armor you will use.
#Even though your armor and weapons have been inspected by a marshal, you accept full responsibility for the condition and safety of your equipment.
#If you are a combatant on the field during armored combat activities, including if you are a combat archer, siege engineer and other combatant, you must wear armor that meets or exceeds the minimum standards set in this handbook, and any additional armor requirements of the kingdom you are in.
#It is your responsibility to decide if you want to wear any additional armor beyond the minimum standards required, to reduce the risk of combat to an acceptable level to you.
#Protection can come from a combination of armor and equipment, but must meet or exceed the minimum standards required.
#The areas required to be armored must stay protected during typical movements that you will make during combat.
#Your armor must be fastened in a way that prevents it from being dislodged in normal use.
#All metal must be free of sharp edges.
#You must disguise, cover, or remove modern corporate logos and sport gear unless the gear is necessary for medical reasons. We are trying to maintain the appearance and atmosphere of a medieval event.
#'''Minors''' - There are specific equipment and inspection standards that apply to you. See [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:When_you_are_allowed_to_participate#Age_requirements When you can participate]

Armored Combat:Conventions - Use of weapons and defensive equipment

2025-07-15T22:53:17Z

ArabellaDaSiena:

<noinclude>{{ChapterInfo|Armored Combat - Rattan - Handbook|9|Conventions of combat - Use of weapons and defensive equipment}}</noinclude>
#You must use your weapon according to its design. E.g. spears can only be used for thrusting, axes for striking along the edge of the blade, etc.
#You can thrust only with a weapon approved for that purpose.
#You are not allowed to feint a thrust with a weapon that is not allowed to be used for thrusting.
#Before a bout where you use a thrusting weapon, you must inform your opponent and marshals that you have a thrusting weapon and show your opponent your thrusting tip.
#You are not allowed to grasp the striking surface of your opponent's weapon, their shield, bow or crossbow during combat.
#If your hands are appropriately armored, you are allowed to grasp any part of your opponent's weapon that is not a striking surface.
#You are not allowed to trap the striking portion of your opponent's weapon against your body as a means of preventing them from using their weapon.
#You are not allowed to deliberately block a weapon in motion with an [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Use_of_weapons_and_defensive_equipment#Target_areas illegal target area], eg. an empty hand, knee, lower leg or foot. If you do, you must lose the limb [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Acknowledgement_of_blows#Effects_of_blows as if it were struck in a legal target].
##If you are holding a weapon in an appropriately armored hand, or your weapon has a basket hilt, you can deliberately block with that hand or the basket hilt without losing the limb.
#If you repeatedly block with your own weapon and it is in contact with your helm, body or shield at impact, the marshal can decide that your weapon is considered broken for the remainder of the bout.
##If you are carrying a secondary weapon, or your opponent allows you to rearm, you can continue the bout, otherwise you must forfeit the bout.
#You are allowed to use your weapon or shield to displace, deflect or immobilize your opponent's shield or weapon, as long as this does not endanger you or your opponent.
#You are allowed to place your shield or the haft of your weapon against your opponent's body to restrict their ability to strike or defend, but you must not strike them with shield or haft.
#As long as your hands are properly protected, you can use throwing weapons to strike at your opponent hand-to-hand, and you can also throw them in melee scenarios where thrown weapons are allowed. Examples include thrust-and-throw javelins, axes, knives, etc.
#Your shield must be controlled by your hand. A passive shield (not controlled by your hand) is decorative armor, and you must accept blows that strike it as if it was not there.
#Your shield (when controlled by your hand) is considered invulnerable to all strikes, except those from [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Equipment_standards_-_Missiles#Siege_munitions siege class munitions].
#If you are carrying and controlling a pavise with your hand, treat it as a shield.
#If you are carrying a pavise in a manner that does not require hand control (eg. by a shoulder strap), you are not allowed to actively block with it, and if the pavise is struck by a weapon, you must take the blow as if the pavise was not there.
#A pavise set up on the ground is considered invulnerable to all strikes, except those from siege class munitions. If you are sheltering behind the pavise when it is struck with [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Equipment_standards_-_Missiles#Siege_munitions siege class munitions], you are not considered killed, but the pavise must be immediately dropped flat or removed from the field.

==Combat archers==
#Your minimum range is dictated by ensuring that the ammunition completely clears your bow/prod before contacting your opponent.
#You must be aware of what is beyond your target to ensure that errant shots do not endanger anyone.
#Each arrow or bolt must be inspected individually before every use.
##Tubular-shafted ammunition may be inspected by the archer and use again immediately.
##Fiberglass-shafted ammunition must be taken off the field and re-inspected under the supervision of a marshal who is qualified to inspect combat archery ammunition before being used again.
#Ammunition dropped onto the ground is considered dead as if it had been fired, and needs re-inspection.
#If the scenario rules allow:
##If you are a live combatant, you are allowed to pick ammunition off the field for re-inspection and reuse it during the same battle.
##If you are a dead combatant, you can clear ammunition from the field for use in future battles.
##You are allowed to take ammunition from caches stored on or off the field and from other combatants (dead or alive) with permission of the owner.
#You must not deliberately block a strike or projectile with your bow or crossbow.
#You are allowed to carry and use a shield or pavise. You are not allowed to draw or span your bow or crossbow while holding a shield or carrying a pavise.
#You are allowed to have a backup weapon, but are not allowed to draw it until your bow/crossbow has been safely disposed of (taken off the field, discarded in a low traffic area, handed to another combatant, etc).
##If you draw your backup weapon to enter combat, your hands must be appropriately armored for using that weapon.
#You are allowed to carry and use throwing weapons without the need to discard your bow or crossbow or change hand armor.
##Your hands must be appropriately armored to use throwing weapons to strike at your opponent hand-to-hand.

==Siege engineers==
#Direct-fire engines must not be discharged against people within a range of 30 feet (9.2 meters).
#No engine will be discharged while any non-crew person is within 5 feet (1.52 meters) of the travel path of moving parts (e.g., a trebuchet will not be discharged while a fighter is standing anywhere in the path of the arm, front or back).
#Battering rams and battering structures are permitted for use against designated buildings and siege structures.
#Using a battering ram against a human target is expressly forbidden.
#Siege ammunition is not allowed to be fired from small arms or thrown by hand.

Armored Combat:Conventions - Use of weapons and defensive equipment

2025-07-15T22:52:31Z

ArabellaDaSiena:

<noinclude>{{ChapterInfo|Armored Combat - Rattan - Handbook|9|Conventions of combat - Use of weapons and defensive equipment}}</noinclude>
#You must use your weapon according to its design. E.g. spears can only be used for thrusting, axes for striking along the edge of the blade, etc.
#You can thrust only with a weapon approved for that purpose.
#You are not allowed to feint a thrust with a weapon that is not allowed to be used for thrusting.
#Before a bout where you use a thrusting weapon, you must inform your opponent and marshals that you have a thrusting weapon and show your opponent your thrusting tip.
#You are not allowed to grasp the striking surface of your opponent's weapon, their shield, bow or crossbow during combat.
#If your hands are appropriately armored, you are allowed to grasp any part of your opponent's weapon that is not a striking surface.
#You are not allowed to trap the striking portion of your opponent's weapon against your body as a means of preventing them from using their weapon.
#You are not allowed to deliberately block a weapon in motion with an [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Use_of_weapons_and_defensive_equipment#Target_areas illegal target area], eg. an empty hand, knee, lower leg or foot. If you do, you must lose the limb [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Acknowledgement_of_blows#Effects_of_blows as if it were struck in a legal target].
##If you are holding a weapon in an appropriately armored hand, or your weapon has a basket hilt, you can deliberately block with that hand or the basket hilt without losing the limb.
#If you repeatedly block with your own weapon and it is in contact with your helm, body or shield at impact, the marshal can decide that your weapon is considered broken for the remainder of the bout.
##If you are carrying a secondary weapon, or your opponent allows you to rearm, you can continue the bout, otherwise you must forfeit the bout.
#You are allowed to use your weapon or shield to displace, deflect or immobilize your opponent's shield or weapon, as long as this does not endanger you or your opponent.
#You are allowed to place your shield or the haft of your weapon against your opponent's body to restrict their ability to strike or defend, but you must not strike them with shield or haft.
#As long as your hands are properly protected, you can use throwing weapons to strike at your opponent hand-to-hand, and you can also throw them in melee scenarios where thrown weapons are allowed. Examples include thrust-and-throw javelins, axes, knives, etc.
#Your shield must be controlled by your hand. A passive shield (not controlled by your hand) is decorative armor, and you must accept blows that strike it as if it was not there.
#Your shield (when controlled by your hand) is considered invulnerable to all strikes, except those from [[Armored_Combat:Equipment_standards_-_Missiles#Siege_munitions|siege class munitions]].
#If you are carrying and controlling a pavise with your hand, treat it as a shield.
#If you are carrying a pavise in a manner that does not require hand control (eg. by a shoulder strap), you are not allowed to actively block with it, and if the pavise is struck by a weapon, you must take the blow as if the pavise was not there.
#A pavise set up on the ground is considered invulnerable to all strikes, except those from siege class munitions. If you are sheltering behind the pavise when it is struck with [[Armored_Combat:Equipment_standards_-_Missiles#Siege_munitions|siege class munitions]], you are not considered killed, but the pavise must be immediately dropped flat or removed from the field.

==Combat archers==
#Your minimum range is dictated by ensuring that the ammunition completely clears your bow/prod before contacting your opponent.
#You must be aware of what is beyond your target to ensure that errant shots do not endanger anyone.
#Each arrow or bolt must be inspected individually before every use.
##Tubular-shafted ammunition may be inspected by the archer and use again immediately.
##Fiberglass-shafted ammunition must be taken off the field and re-inspected under the supervision of a marshal who is qualified to inspect combat archery ammunition before being used again.
#Ammunition dropped onto the ground is considered dead as if it had been fired, and needs re-inspection.
#If the scenario rules allow:
##If you are a live combatant, you are allowed to pick ammunition off the field for re-inspection and reuse it during the same battle.
##If you are a dead combatant, you can clear ammunition from the field for use in future battles.
##You are allowed to take ammunition from caches stored on or off the field and from other combatants (dead or alive) with permission of the owner.
#You must not deliberately block a strike or projectile with your bow or crossbow.
#You are allowed to carry and use a shield or pavise. You are not allowed to draw or span your bow or crossbow while holding a shield or carrying a pavise.
#You are allowed to have a backup weapon, but are not allowed to draw it until your bow/crossbow has been safely disposed of (taken off the field, discarded in a low traffic area, handed to another combatant, etc).
##If you draw your backup weapon to enter combat, your hands must be appropriately armored for using that weapon.
#You are allowed to carry and use throwing weapons without the need to discard your bow or crossbow or change hand armor.
##Your hands must be appropriately armored to use throwing weapons to strike at your opponent hand-to-hand.

==Siege engineers==
#Direct-fire engines must not be discharged against people within a range of 30 feet (9.2 meters).
#No engine will be discharged while any non-crew person is within 5 feet (1.52 meters) of the travel path of moving parts (e.g., a trebuchet will not be discharged while a fighter is standing anywhere in the path of the arm, front or back).
#Battering rams and battering structures are permitted for use against designated buildings and siege structures.
#Using a battering ram against a human target is expressly forbidden.
#Siege ammunition is not allowed to be fired from small arms or thrown by hand.

Armored Combat:Conventions - Use of weapons and defensive equipment

2025-07-15T22:51:39Z

ArabellaDaSiena:

<noinclude>{{ChapterInfo|Armored Combat - Rattan - Handbook|9|Conventions of combat - Use of weapons and defensive equipment}}</noinclude>
#You must use your weapon according to its design. E.g. spears can only be used for thrusting, axes for striking along the edge of the blade, etc.
#You can thrust only with a weapon approved for that purpose.
#You are not allowed to feint a thrust with a weapon that is not allowed to be used for thrusting.
#Before a bout where you use a thrusting weapon, you must inform your opponent and marshals that you have a thrusting weapon and show your opponent your thrusting tip.
#You are not allowed to grasp the striking surface of your opponent's weapon, their shield, bow or crossbow during combat.
#If your hands are appropriately armored, you are allowed to grasp any part of your opponent's weapon that is not a striking surface.
#You are not allowed to trap the striking portion of your opponent's weapon against your body as a means of preventing them from using their weapon.
#You are not allowed to deliberately block a weapon in motion with an [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Use_of_weapons_and_defensive_equipment#Target_areas illegal target area], eg. an empty hand, knee, lower leg or foot. If you do, you must lose the limb [[Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Acknowledgement_of_blows#Effects_of_blows|as if it were struck in a legal target]].
##If you are holding a weapon in an appropriately armored hand, or your weapon has a basket hilt, you can deliberately block with that hand or the basket hilt without losing the limb.
#If you repeatedly block with your own weapon and it is in contact with your helm, body or shield at impact, the marshal can decide that your weapon is considered broken for the remainder of the bout.
##If you are carrying a secondary weapon, or your opponent allows you to rearm, you can continue the bout, otherwise you must forfeit the bout.
#You are allowed to use your weapon or shield to displace, deflect or immobilize your opponent's shield or weapon, as long as this does not endanger you or your opponent.
#You are allowed to place your shield or the haft of your weapon against your opponent's body to restrict their ability to strike or defend, but you must not strike them with shield or haft.
#As long as your hands are properly protected, you can use throwing weapons to strike at your opponent hand-to-hand, and you can also throw them in melee scenarios where thrown weapons are allowed. Examples include thrust-and-throw javelins, axes, knives, etc.
#Your shield must be controlled by your hand. A passive shield (not controlled by your hand) is decorative armor, and you must accept blows that strike it as if it was not there.
#Your shield (when controlled by your hand) is considered invulnerable to all strikes, except those from [[Armored_Combat:Equipment_standards_-_Missiles#Siege_munitions|siege class munitions]].
#If you are carrying and controlling a pavise with your hand, treat it as a shield.
#If you are carrying a pavise in a manner that does not require hand control (eg. by a shoulder strap), you are not allowed to actively block with it, and if the pavise is struck by a weapon, you must take the blow as if the pavise was not there.
#A pavise set up on the ground is considered invulnerable to all strikes, except those from siege class munitions. If you are sheltering behind the pavise when it is struck with [[Armored_Combat:Equipment_standards_-_Missiles#Siege_munitions|siege class munitions]], you are not considered killed, but the pavise must be immediately dropped flat or removed from the field.

==Combat archers==
#Your minimum range is dictated by ensuring that the ammunition completely clears your bow/prod before contacting your opponent.
#You must be aware of what is beyond your target to ensure that errant shots do not endanger anyone.
#Each arrow or bolt must be inspected individually before every use.
##Tubular-shafted ammunition may be inspected by the archer and use again immediately.
##Fiberglass-shafted ammunition must be taken off the field and re-inspected under the supervision of a marshal who is qualified to inspect combat archery ammunition before being used again.
#Ammunition dropped onto the ground is considered dead as if it had been fired, and needs re-inspection.
#If the scenario rules allow:
##If you are a live combatant, you are allowed to pick ammunition off the field for re-inspection and reuse it during the same battle.
##If you are a dead combatant, you can clear ammunition from the field for use in future battles.
##You are allowed to take ammunition from caches stored on or off the field and from other combatants (dead or alive) with permission of the owner.
#You must not deliberately block a strike or projectile with your bow or crossbow.
#You are allowed to carry and use a shield or pavise. You are not allowed to draw or span your bow or crossbow while holding a shield or carrying a pavise.
#You are allowed to have a backup weapon, but are not allowed to draw it until your bow/crossbow has been safely disposed of (taken off the field, discarded in a low traffic area, handed to another combatant, etc).
##If you draw your backup weapon to enter combat, your hands must be appropriately armored for using that weapon.
#You are allowed to carry and use throwing weapons without the need to discard your bow or crossbow or change hand armor.
##Your hands must be appropriately armored to use throwing weapons to strike at your opponent hand-to-hand.

==Siege engineers==
#Direct-fire engines must not be discharged against people within a range of 30 feet (9.2 meters).
#No engine will be discharged while any non-crew person is within 5 feet (1.52 meters) of the travel path of moving parts (e.g., a trebuchet will not be discharged while a fighter is standing anywhere in the path of the arm, front or back).
#Battering rams and battering structures are permitted for use against designated buildings and siege structures.
#Using a battering ram against a human target is expressly forbidden.
#Siege ammunition is not allowed to be fired from small arms or thrown by hand.

Armored Combat:Conventions - Holds

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<noinclude>{{ChapterInfo|Armored Combat - Rattan - Handbook|7|Conventions - Holds}}</noinclude>
==General==
{{Global:Holds}}
==Holds in armored combat==
#When a hold is called:
## If you are a combatant, drop to one knee (if possible) where you stand.
## If you are a combat archer, you must unload your weapon (crossbows are allowed to remain cocked).
## If you have a long weapon, it should be lowered so that the marshals' staffs can be seen.
#During a hold:
## You are not allowed to talk about the battle (eg. tactics).
## You are not allowed to change position/location, unless the marshal tells you to.
## If you are told to move away from a boundary or a hazard is necessary, maintain your relative position and distances to other combatants.
## If you are a siege engineer, you are not allowed to cock, load, move, or in any other way make your engine ready.
# At the end of a hold:
## The marshal will call "All rise!" (or "Rise if you're able" or some other equivalent statement). When the combatants have resumed their guard, the marshal-in-charge will call "Lay on!" to signal the resumption of the fight.
## If you are a combat archer, you can nock an arrow or load your crossbow at "make ready" (or equivalent) and can fire as soon as "Lay on" is called.
#"Hold!" will normally be called only for broken armor, lost tempers, injuries, safety concerns, outsiders wandering onto the field, fighters about to wander off it, or to enforce the rules and scenario limits.
#In tournament combat, "Hold!" is called if a fighter becomes [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Conventions_-_Rules_of_engagement#Helpless_opponents helpless], drops weapons, slips and falls, or fighters about to leave a boundary area.
#In melee and battles, "Hold!" should not be called for dropped weapons, fighters who have slipped and fallen (unless they are in danger of injury), or a fighter getting close to a boundary if there are no spectators or hazards.
#"Hold!" will be called if fighting occurs within 5 feet (1.5 m) of a siege engine that is cocked or loaded, and the engine will be declared destroyed and removed from the combat area and made safe.
#Marshals for battles or large melees can use alternative means to signal "Hold" or "Lay on," as long as all fighters and marshals know and understand the alternative signaling system. Marshals can use whistles, air horns, or other such devices.

Armored Combat:Activity guidelines

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<noinclude>{{ChapterInfo|Armored Combat - Rattan - Handbook|6|Activity guidelines}}</noinclude>
==Tournament single combat==
[[File:Jacques_de_Lalaing_fighting_the_Lord_of_Espiry_1530.jpg|thumb|[https://www.getty.edu/art/collection/object/109MB1 Jacques de Lalaing Fighting the Lord of Espiry at the Passage of Arms of the Fountain of Tears, by Master of the Getty Lalaing (Flemish, active about 1530), from Ms. 114 (2016.7), fol. 123]]]
# Tournament single combat recreates a long history of one-on-one combat reaching back to antiquity, whether trial by combat or single combat between champions before a battle, or feats of arms at tournaments.
# It involves two combatants within a list field or other designated area.
# Tournament single combat doesn't have to include an actual tournament or competition, and covers all one-on-one fighting that is not part of a melee or battle.

==Tournament melee combat==
#Tournament melee combat recreates the types of chivalric hastilude (martial games) popular from the 12th century, including events such as the pas d'armes that evolved in the late 14th century.
# Tournament melee combat is combat within a list field that begins with two or more teams of combatants, or three or more combatants fighting as individuals.
# Unless specifically forbidden by the terms of the tourney, ad-hoc teams can formed and dissolved during the bout.

== Battles - with or without ranged weapons ==
#Battles recreate a wide variety of scenarios to give participants a sense of what it might have been like to be part of historical battles or skirmishes, making use of tactics and weaponry such as archery and siege weapons.{{/Edit}}
#Battles takes place on the field of battle or battlefield, not within a tournament list field.
#Scenarios can include multiple teams or individuals, or units working together. From a few people a side to hundreds in each team.
#For battles with missile weapons:
## Combat archery can be used, if allowed by the scenario.
## [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Siege:Handbook Combat siege engines or structures] can be used, if allowed by the scenario.

Global:Introduction to SCA martial activities - For newcomers

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==For newcomers - ("How do I participate in martial activities at an SCA event?")==
#When you arrive on site, you will need to find the "Gate". This is where you complete any sign-in requirements to attend. This typically includes:
#*Signing a general waiver, or showing proof that you have one on file (for example, proof of current membership).
#*If there are SCA equestrian activities, everyone will need to sign the equestrian waiver regardless of membership, and whether or not they are participating in any equestrian activities.
#*For people under the legal age of majority, additional documents may be required.
#*For events in kingdoms outside of the United States, waiver requirements vary.
#For most tournaments, you will need to register to compete. This is commonly referred to as "signing in at the Lists table".
#If you have questions about martial activities, including the format of the practice or competition, ask to talk to the marshal-in-charge.
#Before engaging in any martial activity, your weapons, equipment and protective gear must be inspected and approved by a marshal warranted for this purpose and activity. This is commonly referred to "armor and weapons inspection".
#Some martial activities require an [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Global:Authorization "authorization"] to enter a competition or other organized activities at events. ''(Note: authorizations are not required to participate at official practices or classes.)'' You will need to show proof of your authorization before being allowed to compete or participate in those activities. This proof could be a physical card or provided electronically, depending on your kingdom's process.
#For all activities, follow the marshals' instructions. They will direct the combat and other martial activities. For competitions, heralds will often announce the order of competition and introduce people on the tournament field. Lists officers are people who record and track the results.

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#You are responsible for, and must have control over your behavior, actions, and techniques at all times.
#You must follow the rules in this handbook, and the instructions and decisions of the marshals. If you do not, you can be removed from the field, excluded from the activity, or face further actions. (See [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Global:Managing_misconduct Managing misconduct].)
#If you have a disagreement with the marshals, leave the field or wait until after the activity, then use the appeals process described in this handbook. (See [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Global:Managing_misconduct Managing misconduct].) Do not let your disagreement get in the way of the activity continuing.
#You are expected to behave in a courteous and chivalrous manner to everyone else.
#You must not take deliberate unfair advantage during an activity, including:
##taking advantage of an opponent's chivalry or safety-consciousness
##breaking or misusing rules to gain advantage
##ignoring well-struck blows
##calling "Hold!" when you are at a disadvantage
##engaging in other forms of cheating.
#You must not take part in any Society martial activity with intent to harm a person or deliberately damage equipment.
#Since fighting with real weapons is forbidden at Society events, threatening the use of such weapons is also expressly forbidden.
#If you do something that leads to actual injury of another participant, it must be reported to the marshals, and you could face further action.

Global:Introduction to SCA martial activities - Overview

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==Overview==
SCA martial activities provide participants the chance to recreate the skills, techniques, and exploits of martial endeavors that occurred pre-17th century.
These include:
* [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Handbook Armored combat (rattan)] - fighting in armor with weapon simulators made of rattan (a springy bamboo-type of wood). Battles also include siege engines, and combat safe versions of archery and thrown weapons.
* [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook Armored combat (rebated blades)] - fighting in armor with blunted steel weapons, with percussive but no thrusting attacks.
* [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Fencing:Handbook Rapier combat] - "unarmored" combat with blunted steel blades, which includes thrusting and cutting attacks.
* [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Fencing:Handbook Cut and thrust combat] - "unarmored" combat with blunted steel blades, which includes thrusting, cutting, and percussive cut attacks.
* Combat archery - specially constructed blunted arrows are used in battles and melee scenarios. These are included in both [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Armored_Combat:Handbook armored combat (rattan)] and [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Fencing:Handbook rapier combat].
* [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Archery:Handbook Target archery] - Competitions of various targets and scenarios, including clout shoots, moving targets and more. Mounted archery is included in equestrian activities.
* [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Thrown_Weapons:Handbook Thrown weapons] - knives, axes, spears, javelins, slings, and plumbata are used in competitions of various targets and scenarios. They are also used in equestrian activities. Safe versions and simulators are also used in armored combat (rattan) and rapier.
* [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Siege:Handbook Siege engines] - trebuchet, ballista (giant mounted crossbows), and catapults. Includes both target competitions and use in armored combat (rattan) battles.
* [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Equestrian:Handbook Equestrian] - Includes mounted versions of the martial activities (armored combat, rapier/cut and thrust, archery, thrown weapons), plus jousting, skill-at-arms, historical games, and historical maneuvers.
* [https://society-rules.fullmesh.co.nz/index.php/Youth_Martial:Handbook Youth combat] - child-friendly versions of adult armored combat (rattan) and rapier combat.
Other activities clearly falling within the scope above are also considered martial-related activities.

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=Society Marshal's Handbooks=
NOTE - The official and authoritative versions of these rules are the pdf versions held at [https://www.sca.org/resources/document-library/#marshal www.SCA.org / Documents]
{| class="wikitable"
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Combat:Handbook|Armored Combat (Rattan)]]
 June 2025
![[File:Fencing-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Fencing:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Fencing:Handbook|Fencing]]
 January 2024
![[File:Target archery-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Archery:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Archery:Handbook|Target Archery]]
 July 2020
![[File:Equestrian-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Equestrian:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Equestrian:Handbook|Equestrian]]
 April 2020
|-
![[File:Siege-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Siege:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Siege:Handbook|Siege]]
 October 2023
![[File:Thrown weapons-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|Thrown Weapons]]
 July 2020
![[File:Youth martial-square.svg|frameless|link=Youth_Martial:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Youth_Martial:Handbook|Youth Martial]]
 July 2024
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|Armored Steel Combat]]
 July 2021
|}
[[Global:Global components]] - These sections will be common to all handbooks.

==Current status of Handbooks==
*Armored Combat (Rattan) - Approved June 2025. Effective Dec 2025.
*Rapier Combat - In progress, expected late summer 2025
*Cut&Thrust Combat - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Target Archery - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Thrown Weapons - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Equestrian - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Siege Engines - In progress, expected winter 2025
*Youth Combat - In progress, expected winter 2025

==FAQ on the Rules Modernization Project & Quick Start==
[https://scaorg.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ComplaintDropbox/Ea_6M-YGr_tLt_RQtno5frUBfwbs00zcKWpWqIWHcg_VJA?e=x0PdTH FAQ on Rules Modernization effort and Quick Start]

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=Society Marshal's Handbooks=
NOTE - The official and authoritative versions of these rules are the pdf versions held at [https://www.sca.org/resources/document-library/#marshal www.SCA.org / Documents]
{| class="wikitable"
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Combat:Handbook|Armored Combat (Rattan)]]
 June 2025
![[File:Fencing-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Fencing:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Fencing:Handbook|Fencing]]
 January 2024
![[File:Target archery-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Archery:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Archery:Handbook|Target Archery]]
 July 2020
![[File:Equestrian-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Equestrian:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Equestrian:Handbook|Equestrian]]
 April 2020
|-
![[File:Siege-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Siege:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Siege:Handbook|Siege]]
 October 2023
![[File:Thrown weapons-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|Thrown Weapons]]
 July 2020
![[File:Youth martial-square.svg|frameless|link=Youth_Martial:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Youth_Martial:Handbook|Youth Martial]]
 July 2024
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|Armored Steel Combat]]
 July 2021
|}
[[Global:Global components]] - These sections will be common to all handbooks.

==Current status of Handbooks==
*Armored Combat (Rattan) - Approved June 2025. Effective Dec 2025.
*Rapier Combat - In progress, expected late summer 2025
*Cut&Thrust Combat - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Target Archery - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Thrown Weapons - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Equestrian - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Siege Engines - In progress, expected winter 2025
*Youth Combat - In progress, expected winter 2025
[https://scaorg.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ComplaintDropbox/Ea_6M-YGr_tLt_RQtno5frUBfwbs00zcKWpWqIWHcg_VJA?e=x0PdTH FAQ on Rules Modernization effort and Quick Start]

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ArabellaDaSiena: /* Current status of Handbooks */

=Society Marshal's Handbooks=
NOTE - The official and authoritative versions of these rules are held at [https://www.sca.org/resources/document-library/#marshal www.sca.org]
{| class="wikitable"
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Combat:Handbook|Armored Combat (Rattan)]]
 June 2025
![[File:Fencing-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Fencing:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Fencing:Handbook|Fencing]]
 January 2024
![[File:Target archery-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Archery:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Archery:Handbook|Target Archery]]
 July 2020
![[File:Equestrian-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Equestrian:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Equestrian:Handbook|Equestrian]]
 April 2020
|-
![[File:Siege-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Siege:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Siege:Handbook|Siege]]
 October 2023
![[File:Thrown weapons-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|Thrown Weapons]]
 July 2020
![[File:Youth martial-square.svg|frameless|link=Youth_Martial:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Youth_Martial:Handbook|Youth Martial]]
 July 2024
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|Armored Steel Combat]]
 July 2021
|}
[[Global:Global components]] - These sections will be common to all handbooks.

==Current status of Handbooks==
*Armored Combat (Rattan) - Approved June 2025. Effective Dec 2025.
*Rapier Combat - In progress, expected late summer 2025
*Cut&Thrust Combat - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Target Archery - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Thrown Weapons - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Equestrian - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Siege Engines - In progress, expected winter 2025
*Youth Combat - In progress, expected winter 2025
[https://scaorg.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/ComplaintDropbox/Ea_6M-YGr_tLt_RQtno5frUBfwbs00zcKWpWqIWHcg_VJA?e=x0PdTH FAQ on Rules Modernization effort and Quick Start]

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=Society Marshal's Handbooks=
NOTE - The official and authoritative versions of these rules are held at [https://www.sca.org/resources/document-library/#marshal www.sca.org]
{| class="wikitable"
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Combat:Handbook|Armored Combat (Rattan)]]
 June 2025
![[File:Fencing-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Fencing:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Fencing:Handbook|Fencing]]
 January 2024
![[File:Target archery-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Archery:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Archery:Handbook|Target Archery]]
 July 2020
![[File:Equestrian-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Equestrian:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Equestrian:Handbook|Equestrian]]
 April 2020
|-
![[File:Siege-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Siege:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Siege:Handbook|Siege]]
 October 2023
![[File:Thrown weapons-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Thrown_Weapons:Handbook|Thrown Weapons]]
 July 2020
![[File:Youth martial-square.svg|frameless|link=Youth_Martial:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Youth_Martial:Handbook|Youth Martial]]
 July 2024
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Armored_Steel_Combat:Handbook|Armored Steel Combat]]
 July 2021
|}
[[Global:Global components]] - These sections will be common to all handbooks.

==Current status of Handbooks==
*Armored Combat (Rattan) - Approved June 2025. Effective Dec 2025.
*Rapier Combat - In progress, expected late summer 2025
*Cut&Thrust Combat - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Target Archery - In progress, expected late summer/fall 2025
*Thrown Weapons - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Equestrian - In progress, expected fall 2025
*Siege Engines - In progress, expected winter 2025
*Youth Combat - In progress, expected winter 2025
[https://scaorg.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/sites/ComplaintDropbox/_layouts/15/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7BE633FAAF-AF06-4BFB-B7F4-50B67A397EB5%7D&file=Marshal%20Handbook%20Modernization%20FAQ_2025-July.docx&action=default&mobileredirect=true FAQ on Rules Modernization effort and Quick Start]

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