The lands of Solara encompass much of the Eastern United States. We are a group of fighters, artisans, service people, and historians who have a great love of the Medieval World.
We join together as one, united under the Banner of the Sun to revel in the world of medievalism, host great wars, share our love of Medieval arts, teach and learn together.
There is much to do in Solara and we welcome all travelers and wanderers who are looking for a place in which they can immerse themselves in Medieval culture, learn fascinating history, arts and crafts, and engage in Medieval styled combat.
Our combat opportunities include padded weapons/ boffer, rapier, cut thrust, rattan, combat archery, thrown weapons and live steel full contact. Our basic rules set is three telling blows per round, no acting out blows. Keep fighting until three blows have made contact or unless your opponent calls substantial! A substantial blow is a blow that would have actually killed you in battle as in unarmored area of the arm pit or groin or a face thrust on an open faced helm. Punching, kicking and grappling are allowed and accepted as baseline for all melees but a gentleman’s agreement between fighters on duels is set before the round. Agreement of the rules in duels can allow for adjustments. The whole body is a target so shin protection is required of at least tall leather boots or leather covering. Full 360 degree engagement is active upon the command to fight but also being mindful of blindside hits.. “Be Excellent to one another !”
