TOURNAMENTS

5 Man Tourney – Wednesday July 2, 2025

Teams of 5 fighters total per team. 5 fighters on the field from each match. Single or double round robin, with every 3 matches there’s a grand melee involving 4 teams, referred to as the grand melee. Wins in grand melee round worth 3 points. At the end of the round robin the final 2 from each round robin pool will fight in a best 2/3 elimination bracket. Weapons 6 ft and under, no archers, Each team two thrown weapons per team.

When: July 2nd armor inspection at 10:00 and start by 11:00 on the war field.

Rose Tournament Heavy & Rapier – Thursday July 3, 2025

Long Live the Queens!
Their Majesties West and An Tir cordially invite all Companions of the Rose and Valorous Estate to a regal tournament of skill and daring. Each companion will choose four champions, two heavy combatants (one Knight and one unbelt or both unbelted) and two rapier combatants (one MoD and one uncollared or both uncollared). These teams will then face off against each other in an Atlantean Speed Tournament to determine who is truly the fairest in all the land. Come and fight for the honor of your kingdom and the grace of our society.

What: Rose Tournament
When: Thursday, July 3rd at 3:00pm
Where: War Field in front of the An Tir Pavilion

* The Atlantean Speed Tournament is a tournament style that is a variation on the standard SCA double elimination.
In the first “round” all fighters are given a single opponent, and the round is fought simultaneously on the one list
field. All losers then move to a second lists field and new opponents are selected on both fields. Any losers from the
winners’ field move to the losers’ field. Any victors on the losers’ field move to the winners’ field. Any losers on the
losers’ field will have been defeated twice, so they are eliminated from the tournament. This continues until there is
only one fighter left, or the number of remaining fighters is small enough to allow other tournament styles to be
implemented.

Squires Tourney – Friday July 4, 2025

Greetings to all squires attending An Tir / West War! Did you not get enough fighting during the war scenarios?

No? We can’t have that!! Come join the Squires Tournament. The Royals of The Summits and The Mists will co- Host the Annual Squires Prize Tournament this year. Come test yourself against your fellow Squires. The tournament will be held Friday, July 4th at 1:30p on the Town Square. We encourage all those who can participate to do so. This is an excellent opportunity to get fighting experience with many opponents you might not get to fight at your regular practice. There are usually several knights, who will armor up and stand on the field, who are willing to accept the challenge of any worthy gentle. Any fighter who is not a squire, or student, who wishes to participate, is encouraged to join us as well. There are generally many knights who are willing to sponsor a brave, adventurous soul.

Tournament Format:
Modified Round Robin – Timed open challenge. Fighter challenges available fighter. Both fighters report results to List table. Both fighters get 1 point for the pass. Winning fighter gets an additional 2 points. At the end of the allotted time, the top 6 scoring fighters will advance. Additionally, the Roses and Persons of Valorous Estate in attendance will be polled for the “Rose’s Choice” fighter, and the Chivalry will be polled for the “Chivalry’s Choice”. This will establish the 8 fighters who will proceed to a standard double elimination list.

Period Masters Rapier C&T Tournament – Friday July 4, 2025

The pathway to mastery is paved with countless trials and errors. Embracing the wisdom of historical fighters and emulating their techniques, we invite you to showcase your prowess in the Period Master’s Tournament. Open to both rapier and cut-and-thrust combatants, you will need to demonstrate your chosen style to the judges, articulate three key principles of the style, and then put these principles into action in a series of fights. Be prepared to delve into each principle, explaining its essence, execution, and how it can be employed to secure victory. The ultimate
champion will be the one who demonstrates a compelling application of their chosen principles in combat.

What: Period Master’s Tournament
When Friday, July 4th at 1:00 pm
Where: War Field

Bridesmaids Rapier C&T Tournament – Saturday July 5, 2025

New to the world of combat or yet to taste the sweet victory of a tournament win? Our Bridesmaid Rapier Tournament is made just for you! This event is a perfect arena for fighters who have never won a tournament before, allowing them to cross swords with peers of similar skill level. In this round-robin style tournament, you will get the chance to fight against each of your competitors, showcasing your skills and learning from others. The top four warriors will progress to a thrilling single elimination round, culminating in a grand finale where the last two
standing will battle it out in a best two out of three fight. This is your chance to step into the limelight and prove that you are more than just a bridesmaid in this sport of masters!

What: Bridesmaid Tournament
When: Thursday, June 29th at 1:00pm
Where: Town Square

Cancer Sucks Fundraising Tournament– Saturday July 5, 2025 (Heavy & Steel)

Greetings Unto the Knowne World,
ALL combatants are invited to participate in the 10th annual (not counting when the world shut down) fundraising tournament at West / An Tir War to benefit the Providence Cancer Center. New this year, we are including tournaments for Rapier AND Cut & Thrust, in addition to the previous heavy weapons tournament! For a $10 entry donation you will have the opportunity to fight for the honor of your consort (consort not required for entry), win a fantastic prize, and support cancer research. Consorts, I invite you to inspire your fighter by standing at their side. The first fifty entrants in each format will receive a unique token (any remaining tokens will be sold for $5 each). We are also seeking list runners, marshals, heralds, and water bearers. Please let us know if you are available to support the tournament in this way. Come support your favorite fighter! Witness acts of chivalry and inspiration! Kick cancer to the curb!

What: Cancer Fundraising Tournament
When: Saturday, July 5 at 3:00pm (lists & armor inspection 1:30pm-2:30pm)
Where: Town Square
Why: Because cancer sucks!

ALL COMBATANTS MUST SHOW THEIR AUTHORIZATION CARD TO ENTER (To donate without participating in the tournament please go to Providence Portland Medical Foundation)

In Service – Maestra Ula Brennasdottir & Madame Ghislaine Triest