Days of Knights

[Sir James A]

I'm a little confused by the website.  Are they discouraging playtrons from armouring up for the day?

That's the impression I got, since it seems like we'd be confused with the actual living history "cast".

[Sir William]

What do you mean, we can't wear armor?  What would be the point, then? 

[Sir Edward]

I think they're trying to make the point that you can't be a "participant" unless you sign up first, and conform to the historical standards. I don't think they'd kick you out. Unless I'm not looking at the same part of the website that you guys are.

In terms of participant standards, it's very strict living-history, for sure.

[SirNathanQ]

Well I have been part of the setup for the group for a while, and it's not as draconian as straight-up living history. They'd probably accept all of your kits. The only big thing is aluminum maille. That's the largest pet peeve of the group. I've gotten the acceptance of the group for my kit, so you guys will definatly make the cut. Some of us migh have to modify our dates a bit, but we should be fine. Hardest part for me will be the encampment part of things. Soft kit and all the fine details.

[Sir Matthew]

Well I have been part of the setup for the group for a while, and it's not as draconian as straight-up living history. They'd probably accept all of your kits. The only big thing is aluminum maille. That's the largest pet peeve of the group. I've gotten the acceptance of the group for my kit, so you guys will definatly make the cut. Some of us migh have to modify our dates a bit, but we should be fine. Hardest part for me will be the encampment part of things. Soft kit and all the fine details.

The devils in the details. If you are doing this Nathan, I can tell you from experience that these events are really fun. The people doing them are ussually very freindly and willing to share camp gear and space with newcomers that aren't that outfitted yet. I know I just picked up a tent this past fall, but before I had open offer to sleep in one of the wall tents or borrow a wedge if we did an encampment event. This surely looks like fun, I am so very tempted to skip a weekend of PaRF to come check it out.

[SirNathanQ]

I'm putting together a 13th century Templar kit together for this, and I've already arranged to be bunking with the other Templars in attendance (a few other guys from the Military Orders group I'm in)

Basically what I need is a Templar Surcoat and Cappa Clausa, plus a Mantle. Then I need to finish my shields, get a helm, and a possibly try to work up a Coat of Plates and Polyens and Coutars. Also some undershirts, braies and chausses, and some finishing details, like a Paternoster and such.

I have a chest which I need to repaint, and maybe I need to get some medieval camp furniture.

And of course transportation. That'll be the most difficult 

[Sir Wolf]

418 mi - about 7 hours 24 mins one way. hmmm prius gets 48 say miles to the gallon. still thats what, $72 bucks in gas. ug. it would get even less when packed full of gear.

it really sounds fun. i wonder how many knights/ camps they get.

[Sir Edward]

Yeah, I'm still keeping this in mind as a possibility. But I have so many other things going on this year, and I'm really lacking on the encampment accessories. On the other hand, this is an off-year for WMAW which normally runs around that same time of year, and also I do have the panther pavilion.

My kits would need a little work to be more authentic, depending on what I do. If I were to aim for 15th C, I've got my plate armor, but not much else to wear when I'm not kitted up. Otherwise I'd consider doing a late 13th C Teutonic knight, for which I'd need a new surcoat, and consider a long-sleeved hauberk as well.

Hey, do you know if there's any period art showing Teutonic knights of the day using kettle helms? I do have one.

[Sir Brian]

I have a Teutonic surcoat you can borrow Sir Edward.

[Sir Edward]

That's certainly an option! I was thinking more along the lines of the straight-lined crosses in the Osprey books. But GDFB also has a linen Cross-Pattee version (via KoA):

http://www.kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=GB3946&name=Teutonic+Surcoat+-+Linen

So I have multiple options in addition to making one.

[Sir Wolf]

ya for 15thc you need A LOT. and clothing is a pain to make

13th clothes are easier to get. shoes too.

camp stuff can be bought or made easily enough. if we want to discuss this in another pst, lets split the topic and discuss seperately so it doesnt get lost.

[Sir William]

I have a Teutonic surcoat you can borrow Sir Edward.

I remember that surcoat...you were wearing it when I first made your acquaintance, and Sir Edward's too- although he was quite fashionable in his attire. 

[SirNathanQ]

Well, the shop I was gonna get the helm and other metal bits for the Templar kinght kit closed their armoury, so I'm probably going Teutonic Knight then.

Teutonic Knight will be ideal for this, as they are doing a modified version of Battle of the Nations combat and Teutoic Knight kits can run anything from full maille to full plate. I would prefer to take the field wearing plate during one of those battles!

Sir Ed, could I bum a ride with you if you're going? I pack light 

Sir Ed, you could do a mid 14th century Teutonic Knight and have plate bracers under your 3/4 sleeve hauberk.
You can basicaally get away with anything in mid-14th century Germany.
Check ths out. http://talbotsfineaccessories.com/armour/effigy/German-Effigies.htm

[Sir Brian]

Sir Nathan do you wish to borrow my great bascinet for this event? All I would have to do is remove my additional yellow & green leather dressing on the strap that adjoins the aventail to the helm. 

[Sir Edward]

I'll have to get back to you, since I don't know whether I'll be able to go or not yet.

Kit-wise, if I can get things together in time, I'll probably do 13th century, but we'll see!