East Kingdom Novice Day

Event details
Rusted Woodlands is proud to once again announce we are hosting EK Novice Day 2026.  Come and celebrate the accomplishments of our newest members in the East Kingdom’s Novice Day 2026.  This event’s purpose is to celebrate our fledgling members into our community and give them a chance to showcase the talents they have developed in their inception to the SCA (within 2 years of their initial authorizations). 
We will have TWO (2) tournaments: 
* Armored Combat Tourney
* Fencing Tournament

All fighters please note:  The tourneys will be preceded by a procession of the combatants with their consorts/inspirations.  If a contestant doesn't have one, one will be provided. 
New Combatants will be able to authorize the day of the event. 
* There will also be archery and thrown weapons. 
* Sunshades and tents are allowed around the perimeter of the field.  Due to the site's sprinkler system, stakes are not allowed beyond this area. 

The Arts and Sciences (A&S) remain an ever important and integral part of our Society and will be represented with their own competition.  The A&S Competition is open to all gentles who hold neither a Kingdom or Baronial level A&S award, nor have ever won a major championship.  The winner(s) will be decided by votes cast by both the Populace and the Laurels.

****SCHEDULE ADVISORY**** 
The schedule may be altered in the case of extreme heat or thunderstorms.  Be prepared to be flexible, and don't forget to bring water.  In case of rain, fencing will be moved into the covered pavilion.  Tables will need to be moved to accommodate. 
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Fencing
The champion of the East Kingdom Novice Day Fencing Tournament will earn a fancy scroll and the right to carry the Arma Novitii, which consists of the Champion’s Rapier, Buckler, and Baldric, for the time until the the next champion of Novice Day can be discovered.  Your initial authorization must have been within two years of the date of the tournament (7/18/24 - 7/18/26).  Fencers with AoA level awards ARE allowed to compete. 

Fencing Schedule and Rules:
* This tournament is open to all fighters first authorized from 7/18/24 - 7/18/26). 
* Fencers with AoA level awards ARE allowed to compete. 
* Authorizations 10am-11am followed by procession of the novices (please check in with the MOL prior to the procession).  Authorizations will end at 11am to allow for the procession to occur.
* For fencers who are active MiTs, please let us know!  You can help with authorizations in the morning and help marshal the melee games. 
* For any additional inquiries, please reach out to Percival Michaelson, or his deputy MiC, Serilda die Stollen
* Tournament Starts immediately following the procession.
* Tournament format:  Round Robin - bring your best (spears are disallowed for this tournament).
* Reduced armor will be permitted for the main tournament if you have signed up for the reduced armor experiment.
* Melee games will be held following the tournament and are open to all fencers of any rank.  We encourage any OGRs or MODs at the event to bring their gear to join in for the fun with the newest members of our family.

ARMORED COMBAT Schedule:
* Authorizations 10am-11am followed by procession of the novices (please check in with the MOL prior to the procession).  Authorizations will end at 11am to allow for the procession to occur.
* Tournament Starts at approximately 12pm Noon
* This tournament is open to all fighters authorized for two (2) years or less.
* Tournament format:  round robin - bring your best (spears are disallowed for this tournament).
* Classes will be held following the tournament.  Classes are open to all attendees, not just those competing.
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Accessibility checklist:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HZQnd--kxKuH5LLl_qikowoyJA6lS6zm/view?usp=sharing
**Dogs are permitted.  They must be leashed, and controlled.  Dog waste must be picked up by the owner.  Failure to comply may result in ejection from the site.**

Site Opens: 10:00am
Site Closes: 5:00pm