Pas d'Armes

Fighters, those who would win true renown, show that you have the proof to be held among the great and compete in the Pas d’Armes at the Emprise of the Black Lion!

Gather your retinues, garb them in your livery!

Polish your harness, hoist your banners high, pay the minstrels to play before you and sing of your prowess, secure the services of a mighty voiced herald to proclaim your might!

Three rounds will the Pas be this year. Single combat with the traditional hand weapon and shield. Counted blows with great weapon. And the beloved combat at the barrier, where no blow below the waist is good, no shields are borne, and being beyond the reach of your foe is a loss!

Come, prepare yourselves, parade to the lists, and win fame beyond a single day.

Etch your largesse into the minds of all and be remembered as a paragon of generosity and a hero of courage!

Fight in the Pas d'Armes at the Emprise of the Black Lion!