Armored Combat:Conventions - Rules of engagement - Definitions

Definitions

1. In SCA martial disciplines, we say combatants are "engaged" when they are allowed to strike each other.
2. To be "engaged" with an opponent means that you and your opponent are aware of each other's presence and should expect to be struck.
3. You are not allowed to strike at an opponent if you are not engaged with them.
4. Scenario rules can define the specifics of "engagement", as long as they are clearly explained to all participants before combat begins.
5. Unless otherwise specified, the engagement rules listed below are the considered the standard.