A "persona" is the name, time period, and culture you are choosing to play in the SCA. Picking a name, time, and culture allows you to focus your efforts on a time period and place that interest you most. It helps direct your first forays into
skills clothing research ambiance and more Picking a persona can also help as you work with the College of Heralds to register your name, device, badge, and more as you progress in the game.