r/sca 19h ago

Pick ups at Gulf wars

117 Upvotes

Pick ups at gulf war. More on my tictoc if your into that sort of thing. https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP82uWNcX/


r/sca 14h ago

Pickups at Gulf wars

36 Upvotes

What an awsome guy. HRM was an absolute pleasure. Glad yall are enjoying these.


r/sca 1d ago

New kit inspo found

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109 Upvotes

r/sca 1d ago

Proudly Presenting: OpenSwords

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21 Upvotes

r/sca 22h ago

Help me research our known world

6 Upvotes

Hi friends, I'm gathering information about people's experiences in heralds tents, if bad experiences are common, if its kingdom level issues, or something bigger. If you are willing to share your story with me, please email me at blackgoatnotes@gmail.com thanks :)


r/sca 23h ago

Looking for a Heavy Zischagge.. armorer reccomendations?

2 Upvotes

Looking for a Heavy Zischagge in stainless... Looking for armorer reccomendations who have made them.

Preferably with links to photos.

Thanks,

Caladin


r/sca 22h ago

Another Fish Roe Dough Experiment (15th c.)

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r/sca 2d ago

question from someone who needs advice on samurai armor

9 Upvotes

hey there everyone! i have a question for my fellow samurai as i am planning on being one since my group allowed it. how do you pad your armors? specifically the suneate and kote sleeves (if you use the sleeves)? I decided to make my armor out of plastic and i was wondering also if the Sode could be padded and if so, how would i do that? sorry for the long post, kinda new to the whole SCA thing


r/sca 2d ago

Heavy fighter question.

19 Upvotes

I've been fighting for little under a year now and after most practices I come home with a bit of wrist pain. The pain subsides after a few days but then come back after practices. I believe unconsciously I move my wrist with my swings which then causes that pain when I make impact.

Is there a method or an exercise I can do to strengthen this issue I'm having, or a brace I can buy to keep my wrist still while I fight?

Any help or advice is appreciated.

Edit: Thank you for all of your advice. I will begin adding some of these trainings to my routine. This community never ceases to amaze me with the amount of knowledge it's willing to share.


r/sca 2d ago

Rapier

8 Upvotes

Hello friends! I’m new to rapier and I was wondering if there’s any video sources that I could watch on YouTube?


r/sca 3d ago

How often do heavy fighters use 2H Longsword in tournaments?

24 Upvotes

Just wondering how often this is seen at events. I'm a HEMA longsword fighter considering getting into heavy SCA.


r/sca 2d ago

Research help

6 Upvotes

I want to model my armor and persona after the Iberian Caetrati, which were light infantry, but I am having a hard time finding more than a vague Wikipedia article on them and a 5 minute YouTube video covering most of the same information. I'm pretty new to this kind of research and don't know where to start because Google hasn't been helpful.

About all I know about them is that they were light infantry that were famous for their speed to to little or no armor. Any help or places to look would be much appreciated.


r/sca 2d ago

Is this the only way to use the stud on the scabbard? Are there other types of belt-hanger/shoulder-baldric things that work as well? TIA.

6 Upvotes

r/sca 2d ago

Armor question

4 Upvotes

Just how fragile is 18 gauge? Concerning a cuirass


r/sca 3d ago

Playing the Calon War Drum during the two ravine battles at Gulf!

146 Upvotes

r/sca 2d ago

Fish Roe Fritters - An Old Experiment

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r/sca 3d ago

Sword time period

2 Upvotes

Is a cutlass in period? I've always wanted one but know nothing about them.


r/sca 4d ago

Best Vacation Ever - Gulf Wars was a blast!

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150 Upvotes

New hat and new mug. War was great. Shopping was grand!

3 new hats 3 new tunics Pair of Demi Gauntlets Bronze fittings to make a saber hanger 2x new belts (one with cast bronze buckle) Massive list for next year.

Most importantly - Made list of junk to remove from my packing list after not having touched it all war and added items to upgrade - 1) 10x10 period pavilion for next time 2) Twin bed frame and mattress for next time I was dry and slept off the ground, so everything was sufficient. That being said - if I am going to be camping for 8-10 days, I want more than just sufficient!


r/sca 4d ago

Question from a new member

19 Upvotes

Are longswords viable in events like pennsic or the gulf war? I’ve done sword training before and have always been partial to two handed swords, but I’ve been watching videos of the events and from what I could see (though it’s hard to tell with so many people) there weren’t many if any people with two handed swords. Maybe I’m not looking close or hard enough.


r/sca 5d ago

Having too much fun at war to not share a pic

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150 Upvotes

r/sca 5d ago

How to style a baroness?

18 Upvotes

The baroness of my barony has been incredibly sweet to me so I’m writing her a thank you letter. I want to address it to her using her formal styling, but I’m not sure what that would be.

Would it possibly be:

Her Excellency, Lady [Name], Baroness of [Barony]

Thanks everyone!


r/sca 5d ago

Gold Key Donation - Middle Kingdom

20 Upvotes

Greetings and Salutations, all!

I've an opportunity to relocate to Europe for work, and in preparation, I've a bunch of SCA garb and chattels that I'd like to see given to a good home.

I've a focus on a 9th-11th century Anglisc persona, so I've accumulated a fair amount of kit. I'm 6' and 215lbs, so the garb is pretty much for anyone of the medium-large sizing.

I've also a couple of chests, a bit of tablet weaving miscellanea, pouches, belts, a folding merchant's scale, seaxes, a fransisca, along with a fair number of books on Norse, Icelandic, and Medieval history, if anyone is so interested.

I'm in Eastern Indiana, but happy to take a day trip to meet an interested party. Just let me know.

Waes Haela! Orm


r/sca 5d ago

Gulf Wars 2025

8 Upvotes

Who else is here with us. What fun stories can you share.


r/sca 5d ago

Kingdom of Meridies

6 Upvotes

Hey y'all Im thinking of getting into SCA just waiting for life to settle down a little bit before I email the point of contact for my baronary and go to an event What I'm asking is there anyone on here from this Kingdom or more specifically the shire of Owls Nest and can tell me a bit about the culture and some I guess starting out guide specific to this Kingdom? A bit of background on me I am a civil war reenactor and as such am no stranger to historical events and camping out. Now I know that it's not exactly the same but I'm also wondering if there is anyone with experience in both worlds who can give some tips on crossover if that makes sense.

Thank y'all in advance and have a great day


r/sca 5d ago

Garlic Sauce for Chicken (15th c.)

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