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We will aim to keep the last 12 months of changes in the published PDF. Previous changes are held in [[Armoured_Combat:Previous_Change_Logs|Previous change logs]]
! Rule change
This change log covers proposed changes from the previously approved version.
! Date
 
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==Changes for [https://sca.org.nz/wiki/index.php?title=File:Fighters_Handbook_v3.4_-_July_2024.pdf v3.4] ==
|'''The dates for these changes are non-linear at this time to allow readers to go through this update from the 2009 handbook from start to finish. Future updates post release of this wiki should be in date order with the most recent at the top.'''
===Changes in Chapter 2 - Combat Authorisation Requirements===
| 5 July 2018
;2.1.2.a in General
|-
:
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Classes_of_Participant_and_Combat|1.1]] has now been included as a rule.
;New bullet point
The term "combatant" is used in this book to refer to people who are actually fighting, whether with melee or missile weapons. The term "participant" is used to refer to everyone taking an active role in combat-related activities. Everyone on the field, combatant, auxiliary or non-combatant, is a participant. "Plumed participants" refers to both plumed combatants and plumed auxiliaries.
:the risks of concussion, the signs and symptoms of concussion, and can apply the Concussion Recognition Tool.
| 2 July 2018
;Functional change
|-
:Requires participants wanting to authorise or reauthorise to show that they know the risks of concussion, the signs and symptoms of concussion and can apply the Concussion Recognition Tool.
| Fixed a typographical error. Changed [[ArmouredCombat:Classes_of_Participant_and_Combat|1.1.2.b]] from "Must wear a plume in their helmets..." to "Must wear a plume on their helmets..."
;Reason
| 19 August 2018
:We want to highlight the risk of concussion, and help our people learn to recognise it in themselves and other participants. Mirrors requirements in fencing rules.
|-
;For Notes section
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Combat_Authorisation_Requirements#General|2.1.1]] has been incorporated into the rule.
:July 2024 - Knowing the signs and symptoms of concussion is now a required part of authorisation testing. We need our people learn to recognise it in themselves and other participants, and not fight when concussed.
There are also authorisation requirements for rapier combat and equestrian activities but these are dealt with in their respective handbooks.
<hr>
| 5 July 2018
;2.1.14 in General
|-
:
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Combat_Authorisation_Requirements#General|2.1.11]] has been incorporated into the rule.
;Was
In Lochac, a completed authorisation form includes an indemnity. This form must be completed by both the Authorising Marshal and the candidate. New Zealand resident candidates do not need to complete the indemnity.
:A rostered marshal in Lochac may revoke the authorisation card of a fighter in Lochac (even if they are an overseas visitor) for just and stated cause.
| 5 July 2018
;Now
|-
:A rostered marshal in Lochac may suspend the authorisation card of a fighter in Lochac (even if they are an overseas visitor) for just and stated cause.
|[[ArmouredCombat:Combat_Authorisation_Requirements#Minor_Authorisation|2.3.2]] has been updated to reflect the forms required for minor participation.
;Reason
| 21 May 2019
:Updated to reflect current wording in 11.2.
|-
<hr>
|[[ArmouredCombat:Combat_Authorisation_Requirements#Minor_Authorisation|2.3.5]] had been updated to reflect that minor participants must have a guardian or Nominated Caregiver present at the event.
 
| 21 May 2019
===Changes for Chapter 4 - Conventions of Combat===
|-
;Insert new rule, and renumber subsequent rules
| [[ArmouredCombat:Rules_of_the_Lists|3.2 and 3.3]] have been updated to the most recent version of [https://www.sca.org/docs/pdf/govdocs.pdf Corpora (January 2018)] and [http://sca.org/officers/marshal/docs/marshal_handbook.pdf Marshal's Handbook], and corrected for standard NZ and Australian spelling. There are no changes to these from the April edition of Corpora or August 2006 edition of the Marshal's Handbook used previously.
:If there is an incident where you think you may have been concussed, you must leave the field immediately, and may not return to combat activities of any type until cleared to do so by a healthcare professional. The signs and symptoms of suspected concussion can be found in Concussion in Sport Group's [https://resources.fifa.com/image/upload/concussion-recognition-tool-5.pdf?cloudid=y9y5fpwji70rtzyefdoa Concussion Recognition Tool].
| 5 July 2018
;Functional change
|-
:Mirroring the requirements for withdrawing if bleeding, and aligning with the injury management procedures. You must leave the field if you suspect you have been concussed.
| [[ArmouredCombat:Conventions_of_Combat|Figure 4.1]] didn't render properly in the Kingdom of Lochac Fighters Handbook 2009 [[File:Fighters-handbook_2009.pdf]]. The correct images are now included.
;Reason
| 28 June 2018
:We want to highlight the risk of concussion, and help our people learn to recognise it in themselves and other participants.
|-
;For notes section
| [[ArmouredCombat:Conventions_of_Combat#Behaviour_on_the_Field|4.2.2]] The footnote "See Grievance procedures" has been removed.
:July 2024 - We need you know what to do if you think you might have been concussed, and how to recognise it. Even minor head injuries can have long-term consequences if not treated with due care.
| 5 July 2018
<hr>
|-
===Changes to Chapter 7 - Armour Requirements===
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Conventions_of_Combat#Behaviour_on_the_Field|4.2.24]] has been incorporated into the rule:
;7.8.1 - Groin
This rule is meant to allow the kneeling combatant to straighten if they desire and is not intended to keep the standing combatant from leaning forward to stay in range if the kneeling combatant leans back.
:
| 5 July 2018
;Was
|-
:The groin must be protected to a standard equivalent to that provided by an athletic cup or pubic protector, secured by straps, or worn in a supporter or fighting garment designed to hold the protection in place.
| The footnotes for [[ArmouredCombat:Conventions_of_Combat#Holds| 4.5.2]] indicating that holds may not be necessary if the problem can be dealt with without one for broken weapons and armour have been included in rule.
;Now
|5 July 2018
:Testicles must be protected to a standard equivalent to that provided by an athletic cup, secured by straps, or worn in a supporter or fighting garment designed to hold the protection in place.
|-
;Functional change
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Armour_Requirements#Summary_of_Areas_to_be_Armoured|7.3.1.a]] has been incorporated into the rule:
:Removes the requirement for groin protection for anyone who does not have testicles (regardless of gender)
The cervical vertebrae are the vertebrae in the neck. The first thoracic vertebra is the first major lump which can be felt in the spine at the base of the neck.
;Reason
| 5 July 2018
:Research by medical personnel has not found data to support the need for rigid groin protection for women, even for high contact sports or similar activities.
|-
;For notes
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Armour_Requirements#General_2|7.4.1.2]] has been incorporated into the rule:
:July 2024 - The requirement for people without testicles to wear groin protection was removed from Society armoured combat rules in October 2023. Research by medical personnel has not found data to support the need for rigid groin protection for those without testicles, even for high contact sports or similar activities. The wording reflects input from the DEIA community to accommodate variations. The potential for permanent life-changing injury due to testicular trauma is why groin protection is required.
While it is necessary to protect the bones of the jaw, it is not considered essential to completely armour the soft tissue in the underside of the jaw.
<hr>
| 5 July 2018
;7.9.3 - Body
|-
:
| Rule [[ArmouredCombat:Armour_Requirements#Head|7.4.1.3]] had a footnote about helms made prior to 2002 of 1.3mm (18 gauge). This footnote is no longer valid and has been removed.
;Was
| 28 June 2018
:If breast protection is worn, separate floating breast cups are prohibited unless they are connected by an interconnecting rigid piece such as a heavy leather or metal breastplate.
|-
;Now
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Armour_Requirements#General_2|7.4.1.4]] has been incorporated into the rule:
:Removed
The process of spinning the top thins the metal, thereby requiring a heavier gauge to start with.
;Functional change
| 5 July 2018
:Separate breast cups for chest protection are no longer prohibited
|-
;Reason
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Armour_Requirements#Face_Guards|7.5.7 c]] has been incorporated into the rule:
:Not needed for safety issues. Originally intended to dissuade "fantasy" armor styles. Removes ambiguity raised for other acceptable armour styles such as lamellar, scale, small plate armor.
Although the gauge of the woven wire is less than previously allowed, the protection offered by this security mesh is superior to the current approved materials.
;For notes section
| 5 July 2018
:July 2024 - The prohibition on separate breast cups for chest protection was removed from Society armoured combat rules in October 2023. The rule was not needed for safety issues, and was originally intended to dissuade "fantasy" armour styles. The rule also created some ambiguity around other acceptable armour styles such as lamellar, scale, or small plate armour.
|-
<hr>
| Rule [[ArmouredCombat:Armour_Requirements#Groin|7.8.1-3]] have been replaced with the new wording from the [http://sca.org/officers/marshal/docs/marshal_handbook.pdf Society Marshal's Handbook Oct 2018]. The prohibition on wearing groin protection designed for the opposite sex has been removed
;7.11 - Hand
The rules were updated to make things more inclusive for trans and non-binary participants. The prohibition against wearing the opposite gender's groin protection had been included due to marshals of the past requiring women to wear a male athletic cup.
:
| 29 October 2018
;Was
|-
:A shield with a shield basket or equivalent. A shield alone is not sufficient, since it covers only the back of the hand, but not the wrist, fingers or thumb.
| Rule [[ArmouredCombat:Armour_Requirements#Hand|7.11.1]] - corrected to match Society minimum requirement for hand protection to extend to 25.4mm (1 inch) above the wrist. The footnote about coverage has been removed.
;Now
| 28 June 2018
:A side-strapped shield with a shield basket or equivalent. A shield alone is not sufficient, since it covers only the back of the hand, but not the wrist, fingers or thumb.
|-
;Functional change
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Armour_Requirements#Hand|7.11.1.b.iii]] has been incorporated into the rule:
:Only side-strapped shields with a shield basket can be hand protection.
Ice hockey gloves are considered to be the equivalent, but look blatantly modern, and their use is discouraged. Kendo, lacrosse and street hockey gloves are not equivalent.
;Reason
| 5 July 2018
:Society rule change - Clarifies hand protection requirement with a shield. Removes ambiguity with center grip shields
|-
;For notes section
| Rule [[ArmouredCombat:Armour_Requirements#Noncombatant_Armour_Requirements|7.16 and 7.17]] are formatting errors in the 2009 pdf and have been put back into 7.15 Noncombatant Armour Requirements as 7.15.5 and 7.15.6
:July 2024 - Society rules were clarified in October 2023 to specify that only side-strapped shields with shield baskets or equivalent can be used for hand protection. There was some ambiguity around centre-grip shields.
| 28 June 2018
<hr>
|-
===Changes in Chapter 8 - Melee Weapon Standards===
| Rule [[ArmouredCombat:Melee_Weapon_Standards#General|8.1.10]] The use of flails and quarterstaves for combat in the SCA is expressly forbidden.
;8.2.3.3
The use of quarterstaves for combat in the SCA is not expressly forbidden in the [http://sca.org/officers/marshal/docs/marshal_handbook.pdf 2018 Marshals Handbook], so that statement has been removed from the rules. The rules continue to prohibit weapons from having a cutting and/or smashing heads at both ends.
:
| 28 June 2018
;Was
|-
:The head must not be constructed of soley rigid materials and must be securely attached to the haft.
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Melee_Weapon_Standards#General|8.1.12]] has been incorporated into the rule:
;Now
The purpose of this rule is to ban weapons where there is no mechanical leverage or give in the weapon/hand/arm system to absorb some of the force of the blow.
:The head must not be constructed soley of rigid materials and must be securely attached to the haft
| 5 July 2018
;Functional change
|-
:Grammar change only
| Rule [[ArmouredCombat:Melee_Weapon_Standards#Single-handed_Swords|8.2.2.1]] has been updated to include polypropylene round rod for single-handed swords and describe the approved Siloflex equivalent for Lochac.
<hr>
| 28 June 2018
;8.2.3.6 in Two-handed weapons and Table 8.1
|-
:
| Construction requirements for polypropylene swords have been added as [[ArmouredCombat:Melee_Weapon_Standards#Single-handed_Swords|Rule 8.2.2.3]] and the other paragraphs in this section renumbered.
;Was
| 28 June 2018
:The total length of a two-handed weapon must not exceed 3.65m (12 feet). If it exceeds 2.28m (7 1/2 feet) it must not be used for cutting or smashing and must be used for thrusting only.
|-
;Now
| [[ArmouredCombat:Melee_Weapon_Standards#Single-handed_Mass_Weapons|Rule 8.2.3.3]] - corrected to match Society maximum weight for single-handed mass weapons of 2.27 kg (5 pounds). This is a change from the previous 2.73kg (6 pounds)
:The total length of a two-handed weapon must not exceed 2.74m (9 feet). If it exceeds 2.28m (7 1/2 feet) it must not be used for cutting or smashing and must be used for thrusting only.
| 28 June 2018
;Functional change
|-
:Maximum weapon length is reduced from 12 feet to 9 feet
| The following footnote to [[ArmouredCombat:Melee_Weapon_Standards#Single-handed_Mass_Weapons|Rule 8.2.3.3]] has been incorporated into the rule:
;Reason
Users should take extra care when constructing mass weapons to ensure that they are able to control the weapon and not inadvertently generate excessive force.
:Society rule change - Game play rule change at Society level. The six kingdoms (including Lochac) that still allowed 12 foot all reported that there would be no issue returning to 9 feet.
| 5 July 2018
;For notes section
|-
:July 2024 - To ensure consistency between kingdoms, the Society armoured combat rules were changed in October 2023 to reduce the maximum length for two handed weapons (particularly spears) to 2.74m (9 feet). Lochac was one of only 6 kingdoms in the Known World that permitted the use of 12 foot spears in their kingdom rules.
| Due to the common usage of low-profile thrusting tips, the following footnote to[[ArmouredCombat:Melee_Weapon_Standards#High-profile_Thrusting_Tips|8.4.3.5]] has been removed and included in the [[Talk:ArmouredCombat:Melee_Weapon_Standards|Notes]].
<hr>
Duke Eringlin, Society Marshal has given Lochac this dispensation, June, 2001  - Rubberised towball covers of a lesser diameter must be enlarged to conform to Society standards.
;Was 8.3.4 in Fibreglass spears
| 5 July 2018
:
|-
;Was
| [[ArmouredCombat:Throwing_Weapon_Standards|Rule 9.1.4 B]] has been updated to include Lochac's equivalent to Siloflex.
:2" Mandrake™ tips are not legal on fibreglass spears.
| 28 June 2018
;Now
|-
:Removed and subsequent rules renumbered.
| Society rule about a prohibition on missile weapons intended to simulate firearms, slings, slingstaffs, and atlatls has been added as [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#General|Rule 10.1.4]] and the following paragraphs in this section have been renumbered.  This also required the removal of an exception for manually pumped compressed air used in cannon rounds from [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#General| rule 10.1.6]], and the removal of rule[[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#Other_missile_weapons|10.4.1 a and e.]]
;Reason
| 19 August 2018
:Society rule change - 2 inch Mandrake tips are not legal on any weapon over 7 1/2 feet. Now covered by rule 8.4.3.5
|-
 
| [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#Bows|Rule 10.2.1]] updated to include the Society minimum poundage for bows used for combat archery of 20lb at 28 inches, and manufacturers tolerances for bow weights.
<hr>
| 28 June 2018
;Was 8.3.11, now 8.3.10 in Fibreglass spears
|-
:
| [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#Bows|Rule 10.2.2]] has been updated to correctly describe measuring the draw weight of a bow according to Archery Manufacturers Organisation standards that bow poundage is measured by.  
;Was
| 28 June 2018
:Total spear length must not exceed 3.65m (12 feet).
|-
;Now
| Rule about the use of crossbows in combat prohibited in Australia inserted between [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#Bows|10.2.2 and 10.2.3]] and the remaining paragrpahs in this sections have been renumbered.
:Removed and subsequent rules renumbered
| 28 June 2018
;Reason
|-
:Now covered by rule 8.2.3
| What was [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#Bows|10.2.3]] has been made specific to combat archers in New Zealand, and now included the Society minimum poundage for crossbows.
<hr>
| 28 June 2018
;Table 8.2 and 8.4.2 in Thrusting tips
|-
:
| What was [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#Bows|Rule 10.2.4]] - The rule about the legality of crossbows and its footnote about use of crossbows in Victoria has been removed, due to the use of crossbows in combat being prohibited in Australia by insurance policy, and may be used without restriction in New Zealand.
;Was
| 28 June 2018
:Low-profile thrusting tips on single-handed weapons must be constructed of at least 19.1 mm (3/4 inch) of resilient material. They must provide at least 9.53 mm (3/8 inch) of progressive give across the face of the thrusting tip without allowing contact with the rigid tip of the weapon.
|-
;Now
| Society rules about non-period aids, that bows and crossbows must be powered only by the flex of the limbs, and modern pistol grips are prohibited on crossbows have been added as [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#Bows|10.2.6, 10.2.7, and 10.2.8]] and the remaining paragraphs in this section have been renumbered.
:Low-profile thrusting tips on single-handed weapons must be constructed of at least 12 mm (1/2 inch) of resilient material. They must provide progressive give across the face of the thrusting tip without allowing contact with the rigid tip of the weapon.
|28 June 2018
;Functional change
|-
:Reduction of padding thickness for low-profile thrusting tips on single-handed weapons from 3/4 inch to 1/2 inch. The amount of progressive give is less important at this scale, as long as there is some
| What was [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#Bows|Rule 10.2.7 ]]- added Society requirement that during inspection, all equipment must have its poundage and draw physically measured with a ruler or other metered device and poundage scale.
;Reason
| 28 June 2018
:Society rule change - The 1/2 inch thickness has been successfully used in Trimaris for 10 years with no issues.
|-
;For notes section
| Updated [[ArmouredCombat:Missile_Weapon_Standards#Arrows_and_Bolts|Missile Weapons Standards 10.3.3]] to include species name and common names for allowed timbers, removed ramen/ramin as an approved timber type for combat arrows, and added Western Red Cedar.
;July 2024 - A Society armoured combat rule change in October 2023 reduced the minimum thickness of low-profile thrusting tips on single-handed weapons to 12 mm. This was successfully used in Trimaris for 10 years with no issues.
| 28 June 2018
<hr>
|-
;8.3.6 in Fibreglass spears
| [[ArmouredCombat:Grievances_and_Sanctions|Dispute resolution process]] updated to meet current Lochac Kingdom Law. This removes Quarter Courts.
:
| 28 June 2018
;Was
|-
:The end of the shaft to which the thrusting tip is attached must be covered with a schedule-40 PVC cap.
| Conversion of the Kingdom of Lochac Fighters Handbook 2009 [[File:Fighters-handbook_2009.pdf]] to wiki format
;Now
| 26 June 2018
:The end of the shaft to which the thrusting tip is attached must be covered with a schedule-40 PVC cap or equivalent non-metallic rigid material.
|}
;Functional change
:Other materials can be used for end caps.
;Reason
:Society rule change. Wording change is intended to remove issues with the legality of commonly used commercially available tips being used safely across the SCA.
;For notes section
:July 2024 - A Society rule change in October 2023 allows for other materials to be used for the end caps on fibreglass spears, which removed issues with the legality of commonly used commercially available tips being used safely across the SCA.
<hr>
;8.4.3.5 in High-profile Thrusting Tips
:
;Was
:2" Mandrake™ tips are not legal on fibreglass spears.
;Now
:2-inch Mandrake brand tips are not legal on weapons greater than 2.28 m (7 1/2 ft) in length.
;Functional change
:2" Mandrake tips are no longer legal on any weapons greater than 2.28 m (7 1/2 ft) in length, not just illegal for fibreglass spears
;Reason
:The tips can fold and penetrate the bar grill of a helmet. The manufacturer advises that they were not designed for use on weapons like spears.
;For notes section
:July 2024 - A Society rule change in October 2023 prohibited the use of 2-inch Mandrake brand thrusting tips on all weapons over 7 1/2 feet. The tips can fold and penetrate the bar grill of a helmet. The manufacturer advises that they were not designed for use on weapons like spears.
<hr>
 
===Changes in Chapter 9 - Throwing Weapon Standards===
;9.1.9 in Throwing Weapons Standards
:
;Was
:If the weapon has a head, it must not be constructed of solely rigid materials.
;Now
:If the weapon has a head, it must not be constructed solely of rigid materials.
;Functional change
:Grammar change only
<hr>
===Changes to Chapter 10 - Missile Weapon Standards===
;10.3.8 in Arrows and bolts
:
;Was
:Blunts must be secured using a strip of good quality 13mm-wide electrical or fibre tape wound down around the sides of the blunt for at least 13mm, and then up onto the shaft of the arrow for 25mm as per figure 10.1. Blunts must be firmly secured to the shaft so that they cannot come off on impact or if the shaft is broken. To allow inspection of possible punch-through the face of the blunt must not be covered.
;Now
:Blunts must be firmly secured to the shaft by good quality electrical or fibre tape so that they cannot come off on impact or if the shaft is broken. To allow inspection of possible punch-through, the face of the blunt must not be covered.
;Functional change
:Removed specification for width of tape
;Reason
:As long as the tape is sufficient to keep the head on, the width of the tape used is irrelevant. Often not followed (nor checked).
;For notes section
:July 2024 - The requirement for tape used to secure blunts to be exactly 13mm wide has been removed. As long as the tape is suffcient to keep the blunt on the shaft securely, you can use other width tape.
<hr>
 
===Changes to Chapter 11 - Grievances and Sanctions===
;11.1 Grievance procedures
:Updated to match wording of Kingdom Law (October 2021)
<hr>
 
 
 
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Latest revision as of 08:14, 25 July 2024

We will aim to keep the last 12 months of changes in the published PDF. Previous changes are held in Previous change logs This change log covers proposed changes from the previously approved version.

Changes for v3.4

Changes in Chapter 2 - Combat Authorisation Requirements

2.1.2.a in General
New bullet point
the risks of concussion, the signs and symptoms of concussion, and can apply the Concussion Recognition Tool.
Functional change
Requires participants wanting to authorise or reauthorise to show that they know the risks of concussion, the signs and symptoms of concussion and can apply the Concussion Recognition Tool.
Reason
We want to highlight the risk of concussion, and help our people learn to recognise it in themselves and other participants. Mirrors requirements in fencing rules.
For Notes section
July 2024 - Knowing the signs and symptoms of concussion is now a required part of authorisation testing. We need our people learn to recognise it in themselves and other participants, and not fight when concussed.
2.1.14 in General
Was
A rostered marshal in Lochac may revoke the authorisation card of a fighter in Lochac (even if they are an overseas visitor) for just and stated cause.
Now
A rostered marshal in Lochac may suspend the authorisation card of a fighter in Lochac (even if they are an overseas visitor) for just and stated cause.
Reason
Updated to reflect current wording in 11.2.

Changes for Chapter 4 - Conventions of Combat

Insert new rule, and renumber subsequent rules
If there is an incident where you think you may have been concussed, you must leave the field immediately, and may not return to combat activities of any type until cleared to do so by a healthcare professional. The signs and symptoms of suspected concussion can be found in Concussion in Sport Group's Concussion Recognition Tool.
Functional change
Mirroring the requirements for withdrawing if bleeding, and aligning with the injury management procedures. You must leave the field if you suspect you have been concussed.
Reason
We want to highlight the risk of concussion, and help our people learn to recognise it in themselves and other participants.
For notes section
July 2024 - We need you know what to do if you think you might have been concussed, and how to recognise it. Even minor head injuries can have long-term consequences if not treated with due care.

Changes to Chapter 7 - Armour Requirements

7.8.1 - Groin
Was
The groin must be protected to a standard equivalent to that provided by an athletic cup or pubic protector, secured by straps, or worn in a supporter or fighting garment designed to hold the protection in place.
Now
Testicles must be protected to a standard equivalent to that provided by an athletic cup, secured by straps, or worn in a supporter or fighting garment designed to hold the protection in place.
Functional change
Removes the requirement for groin protection for anyone who does not have testicles (regardless of gender)
Reason
Research by medical personnel has not found data to support the need for rigid groin protection for women, even for high contact sports or similar activities.
For notes
July 2024 - The requirement for people without testicles to wear groin protection was removed from Society armoured combat rules in October 2023. Research by medical personnel has not found data to support the need for rigid groin protection for those without testicles, even for high contact sports or similar activities. The wording reflects input from the DEIA community to accommodate variations. The potential for permanent life-changing injury due to testicular trauma is why groin protection is required.
7.9.3 - Body
Was
If breast protection is worn, separate floating breast cups are prohibited unless they are connected by an interconnecting rigid piece such as a heavy leather or metal breastplate.
Now
Removed
Functional change
Separate breast cups for chest protection are no longer prohibited
Reason
Not needed for safety issues. Originally intended to dissuade "fantasy" armor styles. Removes ambiguity raised for other acceptable armour styles such as lamellar, scale, small plate armor.
For notes section
July 2024 - The prohibition on separate breast cups for chest protection was removed from Society armoured combat rules in October 2023. The rule was not needed for safety issues, and was originally intended to dissuade "fantasy" armour styles. The rule also created some ambiguity around other acceptable armour styles such as lamellar, scale, or small plate armour.
7.11 - Hand
Was
A shield with a shield basket or equivalent. A shield alone is not sufficient, since it covers only the back of the hand, but not the wrist, fingers or thumb.
Now
A side-strapped shield with a shield basket or equivalent. A shield alone is not sufficient, since it covers only the back of the hand, but not the wrist, fingers or thumb.
Functional change
Only side-strapped shields with a shield basket can be hand protection.
Reason
Society rule change - Clarifies hand protection requirement with a shield. Removes ambiguity with center grip shields
For notes section
July 2024 - Society rules were clarified in October 2023 to specify that only side-strapped shields with shield baskets or equivalent can be used for hand protection. There was some ambiguity around centre-grip shields.

Changes in Chapter 8 - Melee Weapon Standards

8.2.3.3
Was
The head must not be constructed of soley rigid materials and must be securely attached to the haft.
Now
The head must not be constructed soley of rigid materials and must be securely attached to the haft
Functional change
Grammar change only
8.2.3.6 in Two-handed weapons and Table 8.1
Was
The total length of a two-handed weapon must not exceed 3.65m (12 feet). If it exceeds 2.28m (7 1/2 feet) it must not be used for cutting or smashing and must be used for thrusting only.
Now
The total length of a two-handed weapon must not exceed 2.74m (9 feet). If it exceeds 2.28m (7 1/2 feet) it must not be used for cutting or smashing and must be used for thrusting only.
Functional change
Maximum weapon length is reduced from 12 feet to 9 feet
Reason
Society rule change - Game play rule change at Society level. The six kingdoms (including Lochac) that still allowed 12 foot all reported that there would be no issue returning to 9 feet.
For notes section
July 2024 - To ensure consistency between kingdoms, the Society armoured combat rules were changed in October 2023 to reduce the maximum length for two handed weapons (particularly spears) to 2.74m (9 feet). Lochac was one of only 6 kingdoms in the Known World that permitted the use of 12 foot spears in their kingdom rules.
Was 8.3.4 in Fibreglass spears
Was
2" Mandrake™ tips are not legal on fibreglass spears.
Now
Removed and subsequent rules renumbered.
Reason
Society rule change - 2 inch Mandrake tips are not legal on any weapon over 7 1/2 feet. Now covered by rule 8.4.3.5
Was 8.3.11, now 8.3.10 in Fibreglass spears
Was
Total spear length must not exceed 3.65m (12 feet).
Now
Removed and subsequent rules renumbered
Reason
Now covered by rule 8.2.3
Table 8.2 and 8.4.2 in Thrusting tips
Was
Low-profile thrusting tips on single-handed weapons must be constructed of at least 19.1 mm (3/4 inch) of resilient material. They must provide at least 9.53 mm (3/8 inch) of progressive give across the face of the thrusting tip without allowing contact with the rigid tip of the weapon.
Now
Low-profile thrusting tips on single-handed weapons must be constructed of at least 12 mm (1/2 inch) of resilient material. They must provide progressive give across the face of the thrusting tip without allowing contact with the rigid tip of the weapon.
Functional change
Reduction of padding thickness for low-profile thrusting tips on single-handed weapons from 3/4 inch to 1/2 inch. The amount of progressive give is less important at this scale, as long as there is some
Reason
Society rule change - The 1/2 inch thickness has been successfully used in Trimaris for 10 years with no issues.
For notes section
July 2024 - A Society armoured combat rule change in October 2023 reduced the minimum thickness of low-profile thrusting tips on single-handed weapons to 12 mm. This was successfully used in Trimaris for 10 years with no issues.
8.3.6 in Fibreglass spears
Was
The end of the shaft to which the thrusting tip is attached must be covered with a schedule-40 PVC cap.
Now
The end of the shaft to which the thrusting tip is attached must be covered with a schedule-40 PVC cap or equivalent non-metallic rigid material.
Functional change
Other materials can be used for end caps.
Reason
Society rule change. Wording change is intended to remove issues with the legality of commonly used commercially available tips being used safely across the SCA.
For notes section
July 2024 - A Society rule change in October 2023 allows for other materials to be used for the end caps on fibreglass spears, which removed issues with the legality of commonly used commercially available tips being used safely across the SCA.
8.4.3.5 in High-profile Thrusting Tips
Was
2" Mandrake™ tips are not legal on fibreglass spears.
Now
2-inch Mandrake brand tips are not legal on weapons greater than 2.28 m (7 1/2 ft) in length.
Functional change
2" Mandrake tips are no longer legal on any weapons greater than 2.28 m (7 1/2 ft) in length, not just illegal for fibreglass spears
Reason
The tips can fold and penetrate the bar grill of a helmet. The manufacturer advises that they were not designed for use on weapons like spears.
For notes section
July 2024 - A Society rule change in October 2023 prohibited the use of 2-inch Mandrake brand thrusting tips on all weapons over 7 1/2 feet. The tips can fold and penetrate the bar grill of a helmet. The manufacturer advises that they were not designed for use on weapons like spears.

Changes in Chapter 9 - Throwing Weapon Standards

9.1.9 in Throwing Weapons Standards
Was
If the weapon has a head, it must not be constructed of solely rigid materials.
Now
If the weapon has a head, it must not be constructed solely of rigid materials.
Functional change
Grammar change only

Changes to Chapter 10 - Missile Weapon Standards

10.3.8 in Arrows and bolts
Was
Blunts must be secured using a strip of good quality 13mm-wide electrical or fibre tape wound down around the sides of the blunt for at least 13mm, and then up onto the shaft of the arrow for 25mm as per figure 10.1. Blunts must be firmly secured to the shaft so that they cannot come off on impact or if the shaft is broken. To allow inspection of possible punch-through the face of the blunt must not be covered.
Now
Blunts must be firmly secured to the shaft by good quality electrical or fibre tape so that they cannot come off on impact or if the shaft is broken. To allow inspection of possible punch-through, the face of the blunt must not be covered.
Functional change
Removed specification for width of tape
Reason
As long as the tape is sufficient to keep the head on, the width of the tape used is irrelevant. Often not followed (nor checked).
For notes section
July 2024 - The requirement for tape used to secure blunts to be exactly 13mm wide has been removed. As long as the tape is suffcient to keep the blunt on the shaft securely, you can use other width tape.

Changes to Chapter 11 - Grievances and Sanctions

11.1 Grievance procedures
Updated to match wording of Kingdom Law (October 2021)
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