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==[https://rules.marshal.lochac.sca.org/images/7/76/Fencing_Handbook_7.1_-_3_November_2025.pdf Version 7.1 - 3 November 2025]==
After we published the approved version of the updated fencing rules, we spotted that we had inadvertently reduced the required limb protection for cut and thrust combat when we updated the rules to account for the new reduced armour requirements from standard fencing.  This was not intended.  We have corrected this error with the updates below to bring us back into compliance with Society rules.
===8.6 Protective equipment - Legs, feet and arms===
;8.6.1
:
;Was
:You may wear abrasion-resistant material on your legs and arms if you prefer, but it is not required. Note that the upper inner arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit must be covered by penetration-resistant material.
;Now
:For standard fencing, you may wear abrasion-resistant material on your legs and arms if you prefer, but it is not required. Note that the upper inner arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit must be covered by penetration-resistant material."
;Added rule as 8.6.2 and subsequent rules renumbered
:For Cut and Thrust fencing, limbs must be covered by abrasion-resistant material.


==Minor changes Version 5.1 - 15 May 2021==
==[http://lochac-marshal.fullmesh.co.nz:8080/images/8/8a/Fencing_Handbook_-_4_October_2025.pdf Version 7 - 4 October 2025]==
;2.6.3
Including changes from V6 to V7
:Specifies that spears can be used one-handed (not only after a hand is incapacitated) consistent with Society the Society Fencing Marshal Handbook).
===Changes to Chapter 8 - Protective equipment===
;2.8.4
;8.3.4 - Head
:Removes 'the inner thigh' from the definition of the parts of the body that must be covered by penetration-resistant material.  
:
;7.1.1.2
;Was
:Specifies that after a drop test the material fails if the probe penetrates beyond the first layer.
:If you wear a mask, the rest of your head must be covered by at least penetration-resistant material. This can be worn inside or over the mask.
:Specifies that a single layer garment fails if the probe penetrates that layer.
;Now
;8.3
:If you wear a mask, the rest of your head must be covered by at least abrasion-resistant material. This can be worn inside or over the mask.
:Removes a second definition of Torso. Removes 'the inner thigh' from the definition of Torso.
;Functional change
:Additions to Change log
:The required protection has been reduced from penetration-resistant to abrasion-resistant material.
:Notes on 2.6.5 (use of the hand to parry the wrist); 5.4.3(b) change in dimension of blunts.
;Reason
:To reduce the risk of heat injury, which has been occurring at a significantly higher rate than penetration injuries
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==Version 5.0 Effective 1 May 2021==
;8.5.1 - Torso
:
;Was
:You must wear penetration-resistant material to protect your torso, including your chest, back and abdomen, and your upper arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit.
;Now
:You must wear penetration-resistant material to protect your torso, including your chest, back and abdomen, groin, and your upper arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit.
;Functional change
:No change
;Reason
:Changed to explicitly include the word groin as part of the torso requiring coverage by penetration-resistant material for all combatants. This is a clarification of an existing rule, not a change.
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*Change of terminology from "Rapier" to "Fencing", consistent with the Society Fencing Marshals' Handbook
;8.6.1 - Legs, feet and arms
*Plain English approach and restructure by topic, for example: Rules for Fencers, Rules for Marshals.
:
;Was
:You must wear abrasion-resistant material on your legs, feet and arms.
;Now
:You may wear abrasion-resistant material on your legs and arms if you prefer, but it is not required. Note that the upper arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit must be covered by penetration-resistant material.
;Functional change
:You no longer have to wear any material on your legs, or arms below 10cm from your armpit. It can be bare skin.
;Reason
:To reduce the risk of heat injury, which has been occurring at a higher rate than abrasion injuries.
<hr>


===Introduction===
;8.7.1 - Hands
;1.1
:
:Specifies that all fencing combat activities in Lochac must follow the policies and requirements of SCA Australia and New Zealand.
;Was
;1.4.2
:You must wear gloves made of at least abrasion-resistant material to cover your hands and fingers.
:Specifies that fencing combat is subject to mundane laws, including Victorian weapons laws.
;Now
;1.5(5)
:It is recommended that your hands and fingers be covered by abrasion-resistant material, but is not required.
:The Society Marshal has granted minor combatants in Lochac an exemption from the requirement to wear a marking that identifies them as a minor.
:Chapter 12 - Inspections has also been adjusted to account for gloves now only being required for Cut and Thrust
;Functional change
:You no longer have to have any form of hand protection. You can have bare skin.
;Reason
:To reduce the risk of heat injury, which has been occurring at a higher rate than abrasion injuries.
<hr>


===Rules for Fencers===
==Updated link - 24 February 2025==
;2.4.2 (2)
The link to the Society Fencing rules in 6.1.2 was out of date. An updated link has been added.
:Specifies that there is no waiting period to authorise for Cut and Thrust Fencing or to authorise to use a spear, if you have a Standard Fencing authorisation.
The link to the Concussion Recognition Tool has been updated to a more recent edition.
;2.4.2 (3)
:Specifies that you can use a spear if you have a current Rapier Pike or Pole Weapon authorisation under the previous Lochac Rapier Rules.
;2.5.2(7)
:Allows combatants in a melee to run from one part of the field to another, subject to distance restrictions.
;2.5.2(8)
:Allows Cut and Thrust Combat in a melee.
;2.5.3
:Sets rules for the participation of Gunners as non-fencing combatants.
;2.6.2.2
:Sets rules for fencers to "kill" a non-fencing Gunner.
;2.6.1
:Specifies that Rubber-Band Guns are the only projectile weapons allowed for use in the Kingdom of Lochac.
;2.6.3(3)
:Allows the use of a Spear with one hand,if you have lost the use of the other hand.  
;2.6.3(6)
:Allows the use of a Spear to "Kill from behind".
;2.6.4
:Allows the use of Rubber-Band Guns in single combat that is not part of a tournament.
;2.6.5
:Allows you to use your hand to parry your opponent's weapon or wrist. This is a change from previous practice, consistent with the Society Fencing Marshal Handbook.
;2.7(7)
:Allows movement on the knees when you have received a blow to the lower leg.
;2.7(8)
:Allows combat to continue following a leg blow in Cut and Thrust combat.
;2.8.1 (1)
:Makes it mandatory to wear some form of eye protection during sword or dagger drills with opponents in practice.
;2.8.1 (2)
:Makes it mandatory to wear full face protection during spear drills with opponents in practice.
;2.8.6
:Specifies that a shield or buckler alone is not sufficient hand protection for Cut and Thrust combat in Lochac. This is a more restrictive requirement than the Society rule.
;2.8.7
:Additional requirements for medical protection.
 
===Rules for Marshals===
;3.2
:Notes additional requirements for inspections in line with COVID safety requirements.
;3.6(2)
:Allows Authorising Marshals to authorise Fencers in any category in which the marshal holds a combat authorisation (rather than requiring separate Authorising Marshal categories).
;3.6(3)
:Requires Authorising Marshals to hold a current authorisation card to conduct an authorisation.
;3.8.2(2)
:Specifies that a person does not need to be an authorised fencing marshal to hold office as a Group Fencing Marshal.
 
===Managing incidents===
;4.7.1
:Sets out the process for re-training after a person's authorisation has been suspended.
 
===Rules for equipment===
;5.4.2
:Specifies that blunts must have a minimum surface of 10mm, consistent with the Society Fencing Marshal Handbook.
;5.6.3
:States that steel-headed spears will not be allowed from 31 December 2021, at the direction of the Society Marshal.
;5.7.2(6)
:Specifies that rubber band gun ammunition must have a draw strength no greater than 13.6 kg (30 pounds).
 
===Inspections===
;6.2.2
:Sets out an inspection process for rubber band guns.
;6.4
:Sets out a COVID-safe inspection process.
 
===Safety tests===
;7.1.1.2
:Specifies that puncture resistant material fails the drop test if the probe penetrates beyond the top layer of multiple layers.
: Specifies that a single layer garment fails the drop test if the drop test penetrates that layer.
;7.3
:Sets out a safety test for rubber band gun ammunition.
 
===Authorising procedures===
:Sets out guidelines for authorising fencers, gunners and marshals.
 
===Glossary===
:Sets out the definition of terms used in the rules.
 
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Latest revision as of 05:18, 3 November 2025

Change Log and Notes

Version 7.1 - 3 November 2025

After we published the approved version of the updated fencing rules, we spotted that we had inadvertently reduced the required limb protection for cut and thrust combat when we updated the rules to account for the new reduced armour requirements from standard fencing. This was not intended. We have corrected this error with the updates below to bring us back into compliance with Society rules.

8.6 Protective equipment - Legs, feet and arms

8.6.1
Was
You may wear abrasion-resistant material on your legs and arms if you prefer, but it is not required. Note that the upper inner arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit must be covered by penetration-resistant material.
Now
For standard fencing, you may wear abrasion-resistant material on your legs and arms if you prefer, but it is not required. Note that the upper inner arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit must be covered by penetration-resistant material."
Added rule as 8.6.2 and subsequent rules renumbered
For Cut and Thrust fencing, limbs must be covered by abrasion-resistant material.

Version 7 - 4 October 2025

Including changes from V6 to V7

Changes to Chapter 8 - Protective equipment

8.3.4 - Head
Was
If you wear a mask, the rest of your head must be covered by at least penetration-resistant material. This can be worn inside or over the mask.
Now
If you wear a mask, the rest of your head must be covered by at least abrasion-resistant material. This can be worn inside or over the mask.
Functional change
The required protection has been reduced from penetration-resistant to abrasion-resistant material.
Reason
To reduce the risk of heat injury, which has been occurring at a significantly higher rate than penetration injuries
8.5.1 - Torso
Was
You must wear penetration-resistant material to protect your torso, including your chest, back and abdomen, and your upper arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit.
Now
You must wear penetration-resistant material to protect your torso, including your chest, back and abdomen, groin, and your upper arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit.
Functional change
No change
Reason
Changed to explicitly include the word groin as part of the torso requiring coverage by penetration-resistant material for all combatants. This is a clarification of an existing rule, not a change.
8.6.1 - Legs, feet and arms
Was
You must wear abrasion-resistant material on your legs, feet and arms.
Now
You may wear abrasion-resistant material on your legs and arms if you prefer, but it is not required. Note that the upper arm extending at least 10cm from the armpit must be covered by penetration-resistant material.
Functional change
You no longer have to wear any material on your legs, or arms below 10cm from your armpit. It can be bare skin.
Reason
To reduce the risk of heat injury, which has been occurring at a higher rate than abrasion injuries.
8.7.1 - Hands
Was
You must wear gloves made of at least abrasion-resistant material to cover your hands and fingers.
Now
It is recommended that your hands and fingers be covered by abrasion-resistant material, but is not required.
Chapter 12 - Inspections has also been adjusted to account for gloves now only being required for Cut and Thrust
Functional change
You no longer have to have any form of hand protection. You can have bare skin.
Reason
To reduce the risk of heat injury, which has been occurring at a higher rate than abrasion injuries.

Updated link - 24 February 2025

The link to the Society Fencing rules in 6.1.2 was out of date. An updated link has been added. The link to the Concussion Recognition Tool has been updated to a more recent edition.

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