[Ansteorra-archery] Combat archers

[Mike Catron]

Greetings,

The Fray is planning on a War practice at Steppes Warlord on Sunday. I
will be there as well to get in some additional practice with the rest
of my Fray brothers and sisters.

I am sure that if there are any archers and/or fighters who would like
to be included, you will be more than welcome.

Based upon previous Fray War practices, there will be numerous
opportunities for all who are interest. And you do not have to have a
full set of armor either to become part of this practice.

I am NOT offering loaner armor here, what I am offering is an
opportunity to work with a heavy shieldwall and any additional fighters
who want to become involve.

There should be walk through, involving no fighting or in other words no
contact, learning commands is the prime reason for the walk through.

There should be some contact and/or fighting - really depends upon the
number of people present. Although have actually done this with as
little as 4 people - two shields, one spear and one archer.

So, bring what you have in the way of armor, weapon(s) of choice, and an
open mind, plus the most important item:

Your willingness to have fun!


Side note - I guess it is time that I start looking at becoming a Combat
Archery Marshal. Currently involve in studying for some exams - will see
how much spare time I have.

Michael of the Fray









DAFPIG at aol.com wrote:
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> Greetings again,
>
> Hmmm,, , It seems safe to say that most combat archers are having difficulty
> finding local practices, either due to mundane restrictions or lack of SCA
> involment.  Lord Micheal, I comment your efforts to establish combat archery
> on a local level in your area.  I wish other places were so open minded.
>
> Ok, What next?  If we can't practice at local fighter practices,, perhaps we
> can practice at events.  Even if the event isn't a melee event, I don't feel
> most groups would have a problem us grabbing some fighters and practicing
> commands and working in & among a shield wall.  Any thoughts?  This might
> also give us more visiablity at events for those who might be interested in
> doing CA, just as the fighter practices in local parks do.
>
> I'm starting to think William and I are going to need more help organizing
> and keeping things going.  Hmmm,, perhaps having Sgts. in each of the regions
> to coordinate the above mentioned practices might be a good step.
>
> Gilli,, I strongly feel one must practice shooting.. only that it takes more
> than that to make a combat archer.. After all,, what good is a Combat archer
> who cannot hit a thing? :>  Practice is also a great time to find out how
> your armor effects your fighting/aim.  It is a different world when you put
> your helm on!
>
> keep the ideals coming!
> Octavia
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