Thinking about the the call for commentary from the B.o.D. I had this running around my head, and then some rather unkind words came to my attention. What they were and who they were from were not important per sé, but the general source got me thinking about the difference between the Chiv, and those who would be worthy of the proposed Valiance Proposal.
Where it relates to all the other Peer-like qualities there is no difference. One point of contention that regularly seems to rear its ugly head is the comparison of weapon forms and judgement thereof.
That is another conversation which we have all had before but Id like to take a look from another aspect.
I think the Chiv have something right in the sense that there is an expectation that one to have master many weapon types. Whereas with the Valiance Proposal, I have heard many in discussion about those with specific weapon types being eligible.
It stands now that with the M.o.D. that there is one main weapon type. Im sure Ill be corrected, and that I am betraying my ignorance of the martial activity. It seems to me that there is a wide variety of weapons in ‘heavy’ fighting. So it stands with the Valiance community there are a wide variety of weapon forms.
Might it stand to reason then, that a candidate be expected to be a master of all the weapon forms as well? Held to the same standard in a respect?
To me this makes sense. That a well rounded candidate not only betray the PLQs but be aware and active enough in the community, dedicated enough, that they have taken the time to master the arts. Spread the learning, and by doing have spread knowledge and hopefully exposed others.
What do you all think? Is there value in mastering all weapon forms of the Valiance?
Should one master all weapon forms to be eligible for elevation?
Doesn't matter (54%, 14 Votes)
Perhaps several types (42%, 11 Votes)
Yes it makes sense (4%, 1 Votes)
Total Voters: 26
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On a side note friends, stay positive. There are always those who will try to bring others down, detract others through spite, ignorance, and sometimes even out of good intention.
Never fall for it, be the light and spread the good word. Be good to each other and keep being the best you can be.
Daggers being tossed during the Missile Weapon Tourney
Usually when Im sitting around and a thought strikes me its something like, “Man, I gotta pee…” The other day though, I had a fun idea.
For some time Ive been trying to promote thrown weapons of the field of combat (Missile Weapon Tourneys). In reading of the Marshals Handbook something stood out…
“A combat archer may carry and use shield or pavise; however, as long as they are carrying it, they cannot span nor fire their weapon.”*
Of course when I remembered the passage in my head it was verbatim. Of course it was!
What is to prevent a combat archer from carrying a shield with a bag of throwing daggers or axes? So in this way if there are two combat archers working together, the one carrying the shield can act as a wall to protect the bowman. There are many ways it can play out and all affected by the specific scenario and terrain.
But this sounds like a fun idea. Not only does it afford a CA to play with a shield, but hucking pointy sticks at a rapid pace sounds amazing to me!
Im gonna have to try this at Spring Fling I think, what are your thoughts on the idea? Viability? Fun Factor?
Friends, Spring Fling is coming very soon! this an event dedicated to Combat Missile weapons!
throwing maces and daggers
I am very excited to share this combat archery, and siege event! Come join the missile flinging fun!
Friday and Saturday night, for those on site, we will be hosting a ‘laid back’ bardics featuring stories, tall or true, about yours, or others exploits with missile weapons!
The morning will bring classes, inspections and authorizations. So make sure you brush up on the rules, you have loads of time!
There will also be a Missile Weapon Tourney! We will be hosting at least the ‘Speed Round’ variant with multiple weapon types.
Rough Schedule:
10:00 a.m. Siege 101/CA 101
10:00 a.m. Battlefield strategy class (Sir Timothy)
11:00 a.m. Authorizations (siege, CA, armored)
Noon: Armored Tourney(s), target competitions (siege. CA)
2:00 p.m. All CA/Siege melee
3:00 p.m. Full melee (CA, Siege, armored)
4:00 p.m. Armoring class (Arailt); Combat archery 13th & 14th Century history (Rudolf) Cancelled
Now this is primarily Combat Missile event, but we do ask that our rattan friends show up. We can use your help in authorizing, inspections and participation in exercises! Treat this event as a missile-centric ‘War Practice’ to focus on teamwork as well as coordinate with our melee friends so we work more efficiently with our army!
Please contact me if you have any questions regarding the activities!
There may be some loaner gear, but very limited. if you have some to spare, bring it along!
Siege hosted by the graceful and awesome Baronö Bessenyei Rozsa
YIS respectfully,
Lord Cameron de Grey
Or, on a bend purpure between a wheel of cheese and a squirrel sable, three pheons palewise Or
DETAILS: Martial Activities: Siege and Combat Archery activities start Friday night. We will have a tournament on Saturday with a shield for a prize for the winner of this heavy fighting tourney. Siege Engineering Training, Combat Archery Training
Arts & Sciences Activities: Bring anything related to Siege and Combat Archery and show off. Let us try out your ideas on the field. Will it really fly? We will find out.
Make Checks Payable To: SCA, Inc., Shire of Border Vale Keep
Cost Notes: No fee for bunk house space or camping. Preregistering will hold a space for you.
Site: Richmond County 4-H Camp, 1538 4-H Club Road, Augusta, GA 30906. Site opens Friday5PM, closes Sunday11AM
Site Restrictions: Absolutely no alcohol, no firearms, no pets. Smoking in designated areas only, and the pool is off limits.
Feast Information: By Request we will continue the outdoor grilling of hand cut ribeye steaks to order with a baked potato bar. Prepaid feast reservations are required. Anyone with food restrictions please contact the reservationist.
Merchanting Information: We have the Archers’ Rune, Medieval Crossbowman’s Outfitters and The Silk Lady as our merchants this year. Any other siege and combat archery and heavy fighting related merchants are welcome to contact the autocrat directly.
Other Information: All SCA participants wanting to get authorized at this event need to contact the marshal from your kingdom for the requirements for your activity before you arrive at this event. Atlantian Staff: Siege Marshal is Mesterono Rozsa at rozsa[AT]ebonwoulfe.com. Combat Archery Marshal is Lord Cameron deGrey at camerondegrey[AT]gmail.com. Meridies Staff: Siege Marshal is Snorri Smedsonn at brigidsforge[AT]yahoo.com. Combat Archery Marshal is Lord Brun Canutesson at bfountain[AT]senqciamaxco.com.
Reservations: Baron Olaf Starkadsson (Anton Berg), P.O. Box 3885, Augusta, GA 30914, Phone: (706) 951-2454, E-mail: lord_ole[AT]bellsouth.net
Directions:
There is road construction on Hwy 56, the directions provided will help to avoid delays. Take your best route to I-20 to Augusta. From GA and points South and West take exit 196A for I 520E/Bobby Jones Expwy.***Take exit 10 onto Doug Barnard Pkwy, turn right and follow toward Bush Field Airport. Go past the airport and then turn right onto 4-H Club Road. Cross over the railroad tracks and follow approximately .6 miles and turn left into the camp. Signs will be posted. From South Carolina and points North and East take exit 6 (in SC) for I-520W toward North Augusta. Continue from *** above.
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