Rapier:Conventions - Rules of engagement - Engagement

Engagement

1. In SCA martial disciplines, when and how combatants are allowed to strike each other is determined by the type of engagement.
2. To be "engaged" with an opponent means that you and your opponent have a reasonable expectation that you are aware of each other's presence and should expect to be struck.
3. You are "disengaged" when you and your opponent(s) are both out of hand-held weapons range and are unaware of each other.
4. You are only allowed to strike at an opponent you are engaged with.
5. Scenario or tournaments rules can alter these standards of engagement, as long as they are clearly explained to all participants before combat begins.
6. Unless otherwise specified, the types of engagement listed below are the considered the standard.