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== Lochac Martial Rules Wiki==
== Lochac rules for martial activities==
These rules are currently the official rules for Lochac
These rules are currently the official rules for Lochac. They have been approved by the Board of SCA Ltd and Committee of SCANZ.
*[[Armoured_Combat:Handbook| Lochac Armoured Combat Fighters' Handbook and Marshals' Handbook]]
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*[[Archery: Handbook| Lochac Target Archery & Thrown Weapons Handbook]]
![[File:Armored combat-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armoured_Combat:Handbook|150x150px]][[File:Siege-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Armoured Combat:Handbook|150x150px]]
 
[[Armoured Combat:Handbook|Armoured Combat & Siege]]
Other rules on this wiki are draft only.
|-
![[File:Fencing-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Fencing:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Fencing:Handbook|Fencing]]
|-
![[File:Target archery-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Archery:Handbook|150x150px]][[File:Thrown weapons-badge-square.svg|frameless|link=Archery:Handbook|150x150px]]
[[Archery:Handbook|Target Archery and Thrown Weapons]]
|}


== News ==
== News ==
===Fencing Inspection requirements during COVID-19===
===Updated wiki - October 2025===
====In Australia====
The Lochac rules wiki has been migrated to a new server, and it's underlying software updated. This means that all of the pdfs will now have a much more recent date at the bottom. This date change happens any time we fix a link, or a correct a typo, or adjust any of the underlying code for the pdfs, but actual rule changes will always be noted in the change log for each handbook.
:At the request of the Kingdom Seneschal, Marshals carrying out inspections must wear fencing gloves and observe appropriate distancing as outlined in the [[Low-Contact_Fencing_Inpections |low contact inspection procedure]].
:If distance cannot be maintained, Marshals must wear face coverings.
:Please undertake these steps to ensure the safety of Marshals and combatants.
 
====In New Zealand====
:At Alert Levels 1 and 2, inspections may be conducted as normal or using the [[Low-Contact_Fencing_Inpections |low contact inspection procedure]]. Face coverings are not required.
:SCA combat activities are prohibited at Alert Levels 3 and 4.


:YiS
===New fencing rules - 4 October 2025===
:Master Owain Cantor ap Hughe
With the announcement of the Crown at Spring War, the updated [[Fencing:Handbook|Fencing Handbook]] comes into effect.  This includes the Society-level reduction in minimum armour for fencing (but not cut and thrust).
:Kingdom Rapier Marshal


===Armoured Combat Inspection requirements during COVID-19===
===Recommendation to cease martial activities if heat index is 39°C or higher - 4 December 2023===
====In Australia====
As the season grows warmer, the Earl Marshal would like to extend some helpful tips to keep your events safe and enjoyable. The combined marshallate of Lochac recommend the following safety considerations and measures regarding hot weather.
:At the request of the Kingdom Seneschal, Marshals conducting armoured combat inspections need to wear a face covering and gloves until advised otherwise.
:Please undertake these steps to ensure the health and safety of Marshals and combatants.


====In New Zealand====
*Marshals-in-charge of combat activities should consult the Heat Index (HI) for forecast temperatures to check the projected ambient temperature during your fighting activities. The heat index, also known as the apparent temperature, is what the temperature feels like to the human body when relative humidity is combined with the air temperature. This has important considerations for the human body's comfort, especially under exertion.
:At Alert Levels 1 and 2, inspections may be conducted as normal. Face coverings are not required.
:SCA combat activities are prohibited at Alert Levels 3 and 4.


:YiS,
*It is recommended that all combat activities cease if the forecast temperature and/or heat index reaches or exceeds 39°C.
:Sir Andreas Reinhardt
:Deputy Earl Marshal Armoured Combat.


===Consultation - Draft Fencing Handbook - for comment by 16 August 2020===
*As the first rule of the list is, "Each fighter, recognising the possibilities of physical injury to themselves in such combat, shall assume unto themself all risk and liability for harm suffered by means of such combat." we understand that it is a fighter’s choice to fight in extreme conditions if they wish and so this is only an advisory message. We strongly recommend that marshals-in-charge of events consider the apparent temperature and the safety of these conditions when planning combat activities during the hot months.
Following the publication of the Society Fencing Marshals Handbook, the Kingdom Marshallate has updated the Lochac Fencing Rules.  


These draft rules have been rewritten to be presented in a plain English format.
*This recommendation extends to all combat activities, including archery and ranged activities.


Members of the fencing community and other interested people are now invited to comment on the draft rules.
*We know that there are already a lot of considerations when running events, so some helpful tips on how to easily implement this suggestion are as follows:
**Check the [http://bom.gov.au Bureau or Meteorology (bom.gov.au)] "Detailed Forecast" or [https://www.metservice.com/ Metservice (metservice.com)] website for your area. The forecast for what a day "Feels like (°C)" is equivalent to the heat index on any given day. This website also breaks down the ambient temperature over the duration of the day, allowing you to see what parts of the day will be coolest.
We are interested in any spelling or numbering errors, and questions or comments about the presentation of our changes to the rules.  
**If your top forecast heat index will reach or exceed 39°C, you may consider moving your combat or archery activities to a cooler part of the day or cancelling if needed.


If you have feedback, please include the section number or Appendix to assist or review. If you think wording is ambiguous, we will appreciate your suggestions for different wording.  
We understand that many events run in the hot or unpredictable months, so please be aware and ensure safe conditions for fighters at your events. If combat or ranged activities are taking place in extreme conditions, please remember to supply shade and a refillable water source to support personal heat maintenance.


Comments should be sent by email to the Kingdom Fencing Marshal at [mailto:rapier@lochac.sca.org rapier@lochac.sca.org].
Happy fighting and happy holidays!


The commentary period will close on Sunday 16 August 2020.
Kinggiyadai, Earl Marshal


Link - [[:File:Draft_v5_Lochac_Fencing_Handbook_for_consultation.pdf |Draft v5 Lochac Fencing Handbook for consultation]]
==Reporting==
 
Send your reports for your field to the relevant Kingdom Marshal (emails shown below) as well as any other requirements for your group.
===Reporting===
Send your reports for your field to the relevant Deputy Earl Marshal (emails shown below) as well as any other requirements for your group.


Reports are due:
Reports are due:
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| Earl Marshal
| Earl Marshal
| Angele de Savigny
| Gilbert Purchase
| [mailto:marshal@lochac.sca.org marshal@lochac.sca.org]
| [mailto:marshal@lochac.sca.org marshal@lochac.sca.org]
|-
|-
| Deputy for Archery
| Kingdom Archery Marshal
| Ulric of Ambledune
| Gregorii Luchnik
| [mailto:archer@lochac.sca.org archer@lochac.sca.org]
| [mailto:archer@lochac.sca.org archer@lochac.sca.org]
|-
|-
| Deputy for Armoured Combat
| Kingdom Armoured Combat Marshal
| Andreas Reinhardt
| Jean-Christoph le Saussier
| [mailto:armoured@lochac.sca.org armoured@lochac.sca.org]
| [mailto:armoured@lochac.sca.org armoured@lochac.sca.org]
|-
|-
| Deputy for Equestrian
| Kingdom Equestrian Officer
| Andrea di Argentolupo
| Rhianna verch y Koedwr
| [mailto:equestrianmarshal@lochac.sca.org equestrianmarshal@lochac.sca.org]
| [mailto:equestrianmarshal@lochac.sca.org equestrianmarshal@lochac.sca.org]
|-
|-
| Deputy for Rapier
| Kingdom Fencing Marshal
| Owain Cantor ap Hughe
| Jude Aleksandr Donetsk
| [mailto:rapier@lochac.sca.org rapier@lochac.sca.org]
| [mailto:rapier@lochac.sca.org rapier@lochac.sca.org]
|-
|-
| Deputy for Siege
| Kingdom Siege Marshal
| Hanbal al-Barbari
| Razin al-Basir
| [mailto:siege@lochac.sca.org siege@lochac.sca.org]
| [mailto:siegemarshal@lochac.sca.org siegemarshal@lochac.sca.org]
|-
|-
| Deputy for Youth Armoured Combat
| Kingdom Youth Armoured Combat Marshal
| Grim of Thornby
| Lokki Rekkr
| [mailto:youthmarshal@lochac.sca.org youthmarshal@lochac.sca.org]
| [mailto:youthmarshal@lochac.sca.org youthmarshal@lochac.sca.org]
|-
| Kingdom Youth Combat Archery Marshal
| Ranif Pallesser
|
|-
|-
| Authorisations (Australia)
| Authorisations (Australia)
| Anna von der Ron
| Fionnabhair inghean ui Mheadhra
| [mailto:authorisation@lochac.sca.org authorisation@lochac.sca.org]
| [mailto:authorisation@lochac.sca.org authorisation@lochac.sca.org]
|-
|-
| Authorisations (New Zealand)
| Authorisations (New Zealand)
| Ginevra Isabella di Serafino Visconti
| Diego Alonso Moreno
| [mailto:lists@sca.org.nz lists@sca.org.nz]
| [mailto:lists@sca.org.nz lists@sca.org.nz]
|-
|-
|}
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Latest revision as of 20:20, 8 October 2025

Lochac rules for martial activities

These rules are currently the official rules for Lochac. They have been approved by the Board of SCA Ltd and Committee of SCANZ.

Armoured Combat & Siege

Fencing

Target Archery and Thrown Weapons

News

Updated wiki - October 2025

The Lochac rules wiki has been migrated to a new server, and it's underlying software updated. This means that all of the pdfs will now have a much more recent date at the bottom. This date change happens any time we fix a link, or a correct a typo, or adjust any of the underlying code for the pdfs, but actual rule changes will always be noted in the change log for each handbook.

New fencing rules - 4 October 2025

With the announcement of the Crown at Spring War, the updated Fencing Handbook comes into effect. This includes the Society-level reduction in minimum armour for fencing (but not cut and thrust).

Recommendation to cease martial activities if heat index is 39°C or higher - 4 December 2023

As the season grows warmer, the Earl Marshal would like to extend some helpful tips to keep your events safe and enjoyable. The combined marshallate of Lochac recommend the following safety considerations and measures regarding hot weather.

  • Marshals-in-charge of combat activities should consult the Heat Index (HI) for forecast temperatures to check the projected ambient temperature during your fighting activities. The heat index, also known as the apparent temperature, is what the temperature feels like to the human body when relative humidity is combined with the air temperature. This has important considerations for the human body's comfort, especially under exertion.
  • It is recommended that all combat activities cease if the forecast temperature and/or heat index reaches or exceeds 39°C.
  • As the first rule of the list is, "Each fighter, recognising the possibilities of physical injury to themselves in such combat, shall assume unto themself all risk and liability for harm suffered by means of such combat." we understand that it is a fighter’s choice to fight in extreme conditions if they wish and so this is only an advisory message. We strongly recommend that marshals-in-charge of events consider the apparent temperature and the safety of these conditions when planning combat activities during the hot months.
  • This recommendation extends to all combat activities, including archery and ranged activities.
  • We know that there are already a lot of considerations when running events, so some helpful tips on how to easily implement this suggestion are as follows:
    • Check the Bureau or Meteorology (bom.gov.au) "Detailed Forecast" or Metservice (metservice.com) website for your area. The forecast for what a day "Feels like (°C)" is equivalent to the heat index on any given day. This website also breaks down the ambient temperature over the duration of the day, allowing you to see what parts of the day will be coolest.
    • If your top forecast heat index will reach or exceed 39°C, you may consider moving your combat or archery activities to a cooler part of the day or cancelling if needed.

We understand that many events run in the hot or unpredictable months, so please be aware and ensure safe conditions for fighters at your events. If combat or ranged activities are taking place in extreme conditions, please remember to supply shade and a refillable water source to support personal heat maintenance.

Happy fighting and happy holidays!

Kinggiyadai, Earl Marshal

Reporting

Send your reports for your field to the relevant Kingdom Marshal (emails shown below) as well as any other requirements for your group.

Reports are due:

  • 15 February
  • 15 May
  • 15 August
  • 15 November

Marshallate officers in charge

Role Officer Email contact
Earl Marshal Gilbert Purchase marshal@lochac.sca.org
Kingdom Archery Marshal Gregorii Luchnik archer@lochac.sca.org
Kingdom Armoured Combat Marshal Jean-Christoph le Saussier armoured@lochac.sca.org
Kingdom Equestrian Officer Rhianna verch y Koedwr equestrianmarshal@lochac.sca.org
Kingdom Fencing Marshal Jude Aleksandr Donetsk rapier@lochac.sca.org
Kingdom Siege Marshal Razin al-Basir siegemarshal@lochac.sca.org
Kingdom Youth Armoured Combat Marshal Lokki Rekkr youthmarshal@lochac.sca.org
Kingdom Youth Combat Archery Marshal Ranif Pallesser
Authorisations (Australia) Fionnabhair inghean ui Mheadhra authorisation@lochac.sca.org
Authorisations (New Zealand) Diego Alonso Moreno lists@sca.org.nz
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