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Withdrawn Instructors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
Children's Events 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.
Youth Activities
Additional Activities
Guests of Honor
Media and Memories
Gallery