It is certainly the most sensational and publicized of the Society's pursuits. It is also one of the most misunderstood. Society combat is not fencing. Persons wishing to participate in Society combat must undergo a great deal of training and practice, learning how to defend themselves and to protect their opponents. There is a strict set of rules which involve both conduct upon the field and the equipment worn and used.
New combatants are always welcome, and some loaner armor is available for new combatants.
And the rest of us occasionally get to enjoy the fruits of their labors. Once in a while the group gets together for a medieval-food potluck dinner. Costuming You don't need any medieval clothes for our local meetings or other local get-togethers. But, everybody needs medieval clothes to wear to the big events. Many of our members have sewing machines and the barony may even get one just for loaning out.