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by Hrolfr
Sun Jan 20, 2008 2:30 pm
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Most under represented culture/persona in the SCA
Replies: 161
Views: 4324

Jatwingian! (Prussian tribe in what is now Poland/Ukraine, kinda like the Pommeranians and Pommerilians).
by Hrolfr
Sun Jan 20, 2008 7:09 am
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: How to say hello in the middle ages?
Replies: 29
Views: 775

greet / welcome (Inf.) apkailint hello! kailas! If you happen to be Old Prussian http://www.suduva.com/virdainas/ heilsa - to greet Old Norse Draco Invictus- to a Midrealmer Heilsa or Hailsa is the Norse verb "to greet". It would be used the following way: "hail" (pronounced &qu...
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 19, 2008 11:27 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: MIG gas and SS wire advice sought
Replies: 8
Views: 174

Cet wrote:I've tried it in a pinch and it seemed to work fine. IIRC Adam from Whit reMountain said that he prefers it as it gives him a hotter and flatter bead.

They've got to come up with some alternativeds given the current shortage of helium.


Two thumbs up :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 19, 2008 11:24 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: SCA Buckler (for Heavy) - Questions
Replies: 16
Views: 495

If (and when) I get a buckler, it'll be be from Mad Matt (here on the archive) :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 19, 2008 11:09 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Which helmets are most pupular among SCA-people? need advise
Replies: 66
Views: 2486

Kettles and bascinets (with optional solid face rather than bargrills) Could you do kits with a tutorial to put it together? I deal with college students, and can put out $75 each or so, and help them put it together. I front the $$ and they take the helm home when they have paid for it. 've moved o...
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 19, 2008 10:58 am
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: How to say hello in the middle ages?
Replies: 29
Views: 775

greet / welcome (Inf.) apkailint

hello! kailas!

If you happen to be Old Prussian :wink:

http://www.suduva.com/virdainas/

heilsa - to greet Old Norse

Draco Invictus- to a Midrealmer :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 19, 2008 10:46 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: SCA combat archer/fighter?
Replies: 63
Views: 1049

Re: Summary so far

One you didn't mention is sword and buckler. Very authentic, very mobile and very fun. +1 on this. Perhaps you could get the buckler to be placed on the backside of the pavaise. Mad Matt's got some good ones, fairly cheap. That and a basket hilt, TAA DAA! Your best situation would be to form a unit...
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 19, 2008 10:38 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: SCA combat archer/fighter?
Replies: 63
Views: 1049

While I haven't reviewed the rules lately, the last I knew combat archers were explicitly prohibted from fighting hand to hand while still carrying their bow. Actually your Grace per the Society rules only a crossbow needs to be removed from the area and placed in a non-high traffic area. A handbow...
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 19, 2008 10:27 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: How does your Kingdom approach experimental weapons?
Replies: 6
Views: 319

Usually Chiv and Gold Mace (GoA level fighting award), with others allowed by KEM (usually with Chiv and/or GM blessings).

Monthly reports

I've never declined a fight v an xperimental weapon :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 19, 2008 10:22 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Who can you never or almost never defeat in combat?
Replies: 46
Views: 1614

Duke Rangvaldr from the Midrealm. (Although I am sure there are others). I have never, ever even landed a good shot on him. Ever. yeah,me too among a long list of others. Yeah, HG Rangvaldr, too. With Sir Tom- He has such a great insight on angles. he can disect anyone PA v PA (I think the lacrosse...
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 19, 2008 10:14 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Wanted- Norse guy who wants free stuff- CRAZY offer.
Replies: 21
Views: 788

Denewulf wrote:Dang. Wish I'd been home to catch this offer sooner. Ah well. Can't wait to see the pics.



Know what you mean, Bro. I can't get on for a week and Vitus loses his mind :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sun Jan 13, 2008 12:46 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Helmet Identification Help
Replies: 12
Views: 492

Adalric the Frank wrote:It is a Sir Brand........and the dinning table is a Grand Furnishing, bookcase by Walmart.


Thought so, I have 2 Sir Brand helms. It be cooler if the table was by Baron Conal (owe me on this bud!).
by Hrolfr
Sun Jan 13, 2008 12:34 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Atzinger shirt design question.
Replies: 61
Views: 860

Dilan wrote:Atzinger Shield Works - becuase your inspiration is watching.


+1 :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sun Jan 13, 2008 12:27 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Who can you never or almost never defeat in combat?
Replies: 46
Views: 1614

Re: Who can you never or almost never defeat in combat?

Theoderic wrote:What opponents out there do you have the most difficult time defeating in single combat?

Why?


Sir Tom T.....I've been fighting with and against him for ten years.....

Never beat him, even by SBL.

And he's a good enough guy to try to HELP me beat him by giving me pointers.
by Hrolfr
Sun Jan 13, 2008 9:38 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Helmet Identification Help
Replies: 12
Views: 492

That sure has the "Sir Bran" lines :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sun Jan 06, 2008 11:21 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: metal hazards, im just screwed
Replies: 7
Views: 329

Yes, I tend to agree that MSDS sheets have a tendency to make EVERYTHING hazardous. The best one is the MSDS for compressed breathing Air, it is toxic you know! So is dihydrogen oxide and dioxide H2O and O2 Used to have MSDS on them where I used to work, along with wheat flower. And no it was a fou...
by Hrolfr
Sun Jan 06, 2008 8:40 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Most effective left-handed fighters
Replies: 31
Views: 989

HG Rangvaldr is one of the best I have ever seen, and there is some thining in the incredilbe patience he has.

Sir Dilan is a close second.
by Hrolfr
Sun Jan 06, 2008 7:31 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Cian's stool sale. Scabbard and rondel SOLD!
Replies: 30
Views: 607

Several years ago I made a bunch of 5/16" y-bolts by welding 3 bolts (I believe 1 1/4" long) into a y shape.
Found the easiest way to do this was with either an 1 1/8 or 1 1/4 " castle nut. Which ever one the 5/16 bolt will drop into. Castle nuts are crenlated :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 05, 2008 12:35 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: HOLY CRAP! What happened?????
Replies: 116
Views: 3268

I see my favorite animal quote is back in my tagline :lol:
by Hrolfr
Sat Jan 05, 2008 9:24 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Estrella 2008- A cordial Hitlist
Replies: 10
Views: 406

Thursday evening, starts at 7. Which of course means that itll be rolling by 9 or 10. And now back to your regularly scheduled thread...... Lets see who else im gonna be killing on the field from the AA WHOA, the letter was intriging. If I would have been able to attend, I guess (unless my Liege co...
by Hrolfr
Sat Apr 28, 2007 4:27 pm
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Strapping a heater shield
Replies: 12
Views: 387

Try HG Brannos' directions-http://legiodraconis.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=Sections&file=index&req=viewarticle&artid=388&page=1
by Hrolfr
Thu Apr 26, 2007 8:34 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Anyone in or around BattleCreek
Replies: 6
Views: 133

Can I x-post?

I might be able to be there
by Hrolfr
Thu Apr 26, 2007 8:31 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Northshield Crown
Replies: 19
Views: 648

Roisin wrote:Thanks! Fight fight!

Define 'Cool'...


Roisin


"COOL"

My definition considering I know you and Sir Kaydian better than anyone else on the list :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sat Apr 21, 2007 10:35 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: SCA: Does your kingdom have a TOC?
Replies: 77
Views: 2220

Anyway, we didn't steal it from the Mid, we rather inherited it. Well put, Excellency! I have not been able to participate in the ToC for a couple years, which I soon shall rectify Personally, I enjoyed the chance to test my skills (and usually get thrashed) by the Chiv. I have also come away with ...
by Hrolfr
Sat Apr 21, 2007 10:26 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Northshield Crown
Replies: 19
Views: 648

GO Roisin GO!

Could be cool to see a squire and her Knight in the finals!

Best of luck to all.
by Hrolfr
Sun Apr 08, 2007 9:37 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Final week for commissions
Replies: 10
Views: 372

Dan, good luck on your deployment, keep in touch :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sat Apr 07, 2007 12:50 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Pole Arm Technique
Replies: 22
Views: 533

Work the angles, that is to say, use lateral movement rather than linear. This is my current focus as a polearmsman (well, woman, but you know what I mean.) Rolling right or left can really open up some good shots that the sheildman isn't used to looking for. Try feints to get the sheildman to move...
by Hrolfr
Sat Apr 07, 2007 12:35 pm
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: Pole Arm Technique
Replies: 22
Views: 533

Iain Ruadh wrote:but of course ... anybody who's a decent polarms fighter can verify that ... 'when sword and shield ain't enough woopin' ... try polearm!'
:twisted:


You sound like an acolyte of Sir Tom T :twisted: :twisted:
by Hrolfr
Sat Apr 07, 2007 8:48 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: Moving Sale Torvaldr's Leatherworks
Replies: 19
Views: 610

Welcome to MidRealm, and good luck with your move :wink:
by Hrolfr
Sun Apr 01, 2007 11:17 am
Forum: Interpretive Re-creation
Topic: Embroidered Tunic Complete
Replies: 13
Views: 428

Very nice :D
by Hrolfr
Sun Apr 01, 2007 10:30 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Stonekeep: Amazing New Find for SCA Armor
Replies: 10
Views: 537

Uhhh, Stonekeep, I know a couple folks who wear stuff that kinda looks like that, seriously :wink:

Happy April fools day to you all, especially my Uncle Dale, who is 87 today, again seriously :wink:

But since Dale is computer illiterate, I'll have to call him....
by Hrolfr
Sun Apr 01, 2007 10:08 am
Forum: Armour - Design and Construction
Topic: Trust me, you want this helmet.
Replies: 20
Views: 1159

Kill the wabbit, kill the wabbit :twisted: :twisted:
by Hrolfr
Sun Apr 01, 2007 9:15 am
Forum: Medieval Combat and Weapons
Topic: New sword fitting from RQP
Replies: 21
Views: 1044

Anyone ever use on of his spear tips? They look nice These are sized for rattan spears, not f/g The spear hook and thrusting tip holder is cast in a less stiff rubber. It must be glued and taped onto the end of your rattan pole. These come with the foam tips to complete the weapon. These are 5"...
by Hrolfr
Sat Mar 31, 2007 9:50 am
Forum: Historical Research
Topic: Medieval beekeeping
Replies: 14
Views: 242

morristh wrote:
Ask 3 beekeepers get 6 opinions---


Tim


:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

I work with and around beekeepers, god this is so on target!

hmmmm, maybe it's getting stung all the time :twisted: :twisted:
by Hrolfr
Sun Mar 25, 2007 11:32 am
Forum: Classifieds / Want Ads
Topic: $95 hauberk
Replies: 9
Views: 615

From their site- We have only a few chainmail shirts left at this price! (When we sell out, the price goes back up.) This chainmail shirt is the perfect accessory to Medieval knight costumes. This version of chainmail shirt has a solid steel link with a standard neck opening. The length covers below...

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