Vindheim Accademia della Spada I

Event Details

The Accademia was a one day learning intensive on Rapier and Cut & Thrust. It boasted teachers from all corners of Ansteorra and guest lecturers from other kingdoms as well. It also hosted the Rapier and Cut & Thrust Championships for our 6th Vindheim Coronet.

Location: Ardmore Convention Center

Event Staff

Hosting Group: Namron
Event Steward: Maestro Orlando Giovanni
Assistant Steward: HL Saevar Mani
Class Coordinator: Doña Veronica du Sanguine
List Administrator:
Gate Coordinator:
Marshal in Charge:
Royal Liaison: Mistress Caterina Giovanni

Instructors

• Master Etienne de Montagu
• Master Ulrich von Tolstat
• Meister Joachim Courtenay der Marxbruder
• Doña Áshildr inn Hárfagri
• Compagno Johann Wolfgang Von Aue
• Maestro Diego Fortuna de Almería
• Warder Kristoff Fugger von Augsburg
• Talon (Yaazghurtan)

Withdrawn Instructors

The following individuals had intended to present classes, but were unable to attend due to illness or incident:

• Master Elric Dracwin
• Mistress Elizabeth Caton
• Master Robin of Gilwell
• Master Floki Geirrekkson

Schedule

Combat Format

Rapier Champion Tournament:

Eligibility: All Ansteorran fencers are invited to participate; however, only residents of Vindheim or holders of the Sanguine Bowl can claim victory.
Pre-Registration: ALL Entrants must preregister for the tournament. Tournament Preregistration can be found here: TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION (Link)
Weapons: All standard Ansteorran Rapier Weapons with required armor and current authorization.

Tournament Format:

• Initial Rounds (Shotgun-Style Single Elimination):
  • Pairings for each round will be announced
  • Bye’s will not be fought (non-destructive)
  • All pairings of fighters will find a marshal and complete their fights in any available space.
  • The winner must return the pairing cards to the Lyst Coordinator
  • These rounds will proceed rapidly to accommodate the early schedule and limited time.
  • Only Winners will proceed to the next round (Single Elimination) BUT Residence of Vindheim should be prepared to compete in the Quarter Finals.

• Advancement to Top 8 (Quarter/Semi Finals):
  • After the initial rounds, the top 8 fighters from Vindheim and/or holder of the Sanguine Bowl will be selected based on their performance.
  • Only Winners will advance each round (Single Elimination)
  • From the Quarter Finals forward, each pairing will be fought best 2 out of 3
  • From the Quarter Finals forward, each pairing will be fought on the lyst field.

• Finals:
  • The final match will also be best 2 out of 3.

Cut & Thrust Champion Tournament:

• Participation:
  • Eligibility: All Ansteorran fencers are invited to participate; however, only residents of Vindheim or holders of the Sanguine Bowl can claim victory.
  • Pre-Registration: ALL Entrants must preregister for the tournament. Tournament Preregistration can be found here: TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION
  • Weapons: All standard Ansteorran C&T Weapons with required armor and current authorization.

Tournament Format:

• Initial Rounds (Shotgun-Style Single Elimination):
  • Pairings for each round will be announced
  • Bye’s will not be fought (non-destructive)
  • All pairings of fighters will find a marshal and complete their fights in any available space.
  • The winner must return the pairing cards to the Lyst Coordinator
  • These rounds will proceed rapidly to accommodate the early schedule and limited time.
  • Only Winners will proceed to the next round (Single Elimination) BUT Residence of Vindheim should be prepared to compete in the Quarter Finals.

• Advancement to Top 8 (Quarter/Semi Finals):
  • After the initial rounds, the top 8 fighters from Vindheim and/or holder of the Sanguine Bowl will be selected based on their performance.
  • Only Winners will advance each round (Single Elimination)
  • From the Quarter Finals forward, each pairing will be fought best 2 out of 3
  • From the Quarter Finals forward, each pairing will be fought on the lyst field.

• Finals:
  • The final match will also be best 2 out of 3.

• Additional Information:
  • Marshals: There will be marshals available to oversee all fights and ensure safety and adherence to rules.
  • Questions: For any questions or further details, please reach out to the current champion, HL Saevar Mani.
  • Note: Armor inspection begins at 8:00am on 17 August 2024. Please ensure timely arrival and readiness to begin promptly at 8:30 AM. This will help us conduct the tournament smoothly and ensure everyone has a fair chance to participate.

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