Armoured Combat

Combat wearing varying degrees of replica or reproduction armor simulating "heavy infantry" warfare or tournaments.

Princess Esmeralda's photos from Mists/Cynagua War

Esmeralda of the Lakes, Principessa of Cynagua in the Kingdom of the West, shares photos taken at the recent Mists/Cynagua War. The photos are available on Her Highness' website.

Oertha bear pit tourney video online

His Royal Highness Rurik Varyag Velmudov of the Principality of Oertha reports that he has uploaded video from the Bear Pit Tournament of the Selviergard Baroness' Champion event. The video is available on YouTube.

More Pennsic XL photos and video online

Various photographers and videographers have shared their visions of Pennsic XL by posting their photos online. Included are albums by Dragos Pelikanos, Alda, Barbara, Baroness Bridget, Liam St Liam, Ursus of Anglesey, and Rebecca of Three Rivers. Video by Leohtulf.  

Museum of London hosts gladiator games

Sports enthusiasts flocked to London to cheer for the latest specticle of athletic prowess recently when the Museum of London hosted a face off between Londinium and Camulodunum - their gladiators, that is. The competition took place at the city's Guildhall, site of the Roman amphitheatre. (photo)

[MER] All Things Pointy

2011-09-30 17:00
2011-10-02 10:00
US/Central

Come in and celebrate a day of archery, thrown weapons, spear fights, A&S, and feast!

[OUT] Defender Tournament

2011-10-15 09:00
2011-10-15 21:00
US/Mountain

On Saturday October 15, 2011 the Shire of Aarquelle will be hosting its annual Defender Tournament to determine who will hold the honor and responsibility of the Aarquelle Defender titles for the coming year.

[LOC] Bordescros Birthday Feast & Royal Visit

2011-10-15 14:00
2011-10-16 17:00
Australia/NSW

Bordescros Birthday Feast & Royal Visit on 15/10/2011

[LOC] Bacchus Wood

2011-09-24 14:00
2011-09-24 16:43
Australia/Queensland

Come and enjoy an afternoon in the park and join Bacchus Wood in celebration of it's annual event. A tournament will be held to find the shires next defender and an afternoon tea will be provided. Bookings are not required but advising intent to attend would be appreciated.

[EAS] Fete des Bois

2011-10-01 09:00
2011-10-01 23:59
Canada/Eastern

The great Fete des Bois will be held this year on October first at the Notre-Dame-de-la-joie camp, in Nicolet. Under reserve that we have the required marshals, we plan to offer a list for combatants, a field for archers and a list for fencers.

"Involvement, commitment and dedication" in An Tir

Reporter James Williams of The Source Weekly (Bend, Oregon) was, at first, overwhelmed by the "strangeness" of the Shire of Corvaria's (Kingdom of An Tir) Harvest Tournament until he encountered media liaison Lady Oliva Magdalene DeHaro, who introduced him to the SCA way of life.

2005 Ealdormere event photos online

Eirik Anderson reports that he has created two albums of newly-edited photos from events that took place in 2005 in the Kingdom of Ealdormere.

"Learning by living" in the SCA

SCA members in Casper, Wyoming (Kingdom of the Outlands) look forward to their annual event "Here There be Dragons," where they meet, share blows and "learn by doing." Elysia Conner of the Casper Journal visited with James Shipley, known in the SCA as Ronin, and has the story.

[LOC] William Marshal Tourney & Feast

2011-12-03 11:00
2011-12-03 21:00
Australia/Victoria

William Marshal Tourney & Feast on December 3, 2011.

[LOC] Politarchopolis Fields of Gold

2011-12-16 15:00
2011-12-18 12:00
Australia/NSW

Sure to become one of Lochac's premier fighting events this will be a chance to show your prowess and courage in whatever disciplines you choose to participate.

With Heavy, Equestrian and Rapier tournaments throughout the weekend you won't be short of choice when it comes to pitting your skill against all comers.

[GLE] Huntsman’s Harvest

2011-10-08 09:00
2011-10-08 20:00
US/Central

Welcome Neighbors Near and Far to the Sharing of the Bounty of Our Harvest! On Saturday, October 8, 2011 at Mt. Hutchinson Community Center in Floral, AR

[AET] Fireside Feast

2011-09-02 14:00
2011-09-04 14:00
US/Eastern

Brisk fall air, the sound of combat rings in the distance … the smell of food mingled with wood smoke wafts through the air.

Sven Orfhendur winner of Caid's Fall 2011 Crown Tournament

Gürcü Iskender reports that Duke Sven Orfhendur was the victor of the August 20, 2011 Crown Tournament in the Kingdom of Caid. Duke Sven fought for the honor of Her Ladyship Cassandra Zoe Paganel.

Pennsic XL photos online

Cateline la broderesse of the East Kingdom reports that she has created two albums of photos from Pennsic XL. The photos are available on PicasaWeb.

Tigers take Field Battle for last point of Pennsic XL

DonalBane of Blakmers, Battlefield Reporter for the Pennsic Independent at Pennsic 40, reports that the East Kingdom and allies were victorious in the final battles of the War.

700th anniversary of Battle of Bannockburn to be marked with a celebration

Stirling, Scotland is gearing up to commemorate the 700th anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn, which saw Robert the Bruce's victory over the English on 24 June 1314.

The other big war

While the war between the East and the Middle raged on, another battle is took place near Hanover Germany, this one for a conquest of an mythical land. The Conquest of Mythodea claims to be the world's largest LARP.

[LOC] Riverhaven Baronial Championship

2011-09-09 09:00
2011-09-11 09:17
Australia/Queensland

Come Shoot Our Dam Ducks! 9-11th September 2011 Dalysford Rd, Tirroan, via Gin Gin

[LOC] Aneala Baronial Championship

2011-10-27 21:34
2011-10-27 21:34
Australia/West

The populaces is invited to join the Baron and Baroness at their beach side villa to witness the contests of skill to choose the next Baronial Champions. Day rates are available on request.

[DRA] Drachenwald Crown Tourney

2011-10-07 18:00
2011-10-09 12:00
Europe/Stockholm

The barony of Gotvik would like to invite each and all, high and low, Lords and Ladies to come to witness or participate in Drachenwald’s Autumn Crown Tourney.

[MID] Coronation of Eikbrandr and Runa

2011-09-24 09:00
2011-09-24 23:00
US/Eastern

The Barony of Red Spears proudly presents: The Coronation of Eikbrandr and Runa Sept 24, 2011, 9:00AM-11:00PM.

Site Fee: Adults, $10.00; 6-17, $5; 5 and under, Free.
Family Cap, $30. $5 NMS applies to adult site fee.
Pre-Reg by Sept 15th.
Feast: $12.00, limit 100 (Pre-reg early...)

Make Checks payable to: SCA Inc. - Barony of Red Spears

[WES] Fall Captaincy

2011-09-10 12:00
2011-09-10 18:00
US/Alaska

As Fall speeds towards us, we meet again to find a new Captain for the Winter's Gate militia. In addition, we will be holding the first-ever rapier tourney for the Commander of the Cavaliers! Come join us for a wonderful weekend of fighting and food!

[LOC] King Bee Tournament

2011-09-03 13:31
2011-09-03 17:31
Australia/NSW

Okewaite invites you to join us for a spring King Bee tournament and pot luck picnic in the park!

[LOC] Combined Colleges Training Tourney

2011-08-28 11:00
2011-08-28 17:00
Australia/Victoria

Please join the Colleges of St Monica and St Bartholomew for the Combined Colleges Training Tourney. Classes for Heavy, Rapier and Archery will be held throughout the day finishing in three tourneys to display the skills of the combatants.

Insulae Draconis hails new Prince and Princess

The newest prince and princess of Insulae Draconis, which is the principality of Drachenwald that includes the British Isles, Channel Islands, Ireland and Iceland, are Robert of Canterbury, Caversham Herald Extraordinary, and Geneviève la Flechière, Rouge Manche Herald Extraordinary.

The "cheery folk" of Crimson Wood

Armed villagers, soldiers and archers converged on Eagle Park in Rohnert Park, California when Amtgard's Duchy of Crimson Wood took on the Barony of Thor's Refuge recently for a fantasy battle. Mary Callahan of the Press Democrat interviewed members.