Tuesday, May 1, 2018

That SCA Lingo!


SCAdian (SKAY-dee-an) – as a noun: A member of the Society for Creative Anachronism

Populace- The inhabitants of a kingdom or a local group; the people present at an event.

Autocrat/Event Steward – The person in charge of an event. Sometimes you will see the suffix “-Crat” added to other words to identify the person running the activity. e.g. FeastCrat, ResCrat.

Herald – Officer who helps participants come up with SCA names and armory; or, the official who makes announcements on the field, or is the Master of Ceremonies for court.

Seneschal – The officer serving as “President” of a local group or kingdom. Acts as the group administrator and legal representative of the SCA.

Demo – A demonstration of the activities in the SCA. SCA participants will usually perform martial activities as well as arts and sciences for the public

Garb – An attempt at clothing based on that worn in the Middle Ages, or Renaissance. Required at all events except meetings and some activities. This can be anything from a basic tunic and pants to elaborate gowns.

HOLD! – A cry meaning “STOP WHATEVER YOU ARE DOING and freeze in place until you see what the hazard is!” Normally used during combats, but can be extended to any form of activity.

Period – Of the time period studied in the SCA (pre–17th century); also, authentic

Persona – The Middle Ages/Renaissance person that you are posing as. your persona can be detailed or simple, starting with the time period and country you are from, all the way to knowing the details of your persona’s place in society or your family history

Site – The place the event is being held

Gate – The place to check in, or buy at-the-door admission.

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