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==Testing or Authorization== | ==Testing or Authorization== | ||
− | Combatants must face an initial examination, variously called '''The Testing''' or '''Authorization'',to show they are familiar with Association rules, understand the equipment and armor, and are at least passably familiar with combat arms. | + | Combatants must face an initial examination, variously called '''The Testing''' or '''Authorization'',to show they are familiar with Association rules, understand the equipment and armor, and are at least passably familiar with combat arms. One Tested they are eligible to fight in active bouts. |
− | A Tyro, or novice, wears a white harness while training, a custom many warriors carry | + | A Tyro, or novice, wears a white harness while training, a custom many warriors carry one after gaining rank while only wearing their combat harness in actual bouts. |
Once a fighter participates in a legal bout he receives his medallion. One must present one's medallion to the refferee as they enter a bout space regardless of the venue or level. The referee holds the medallion till the bout results are recorded, at which time they are returned to the fighter. | Once a fighter participates in a legal bout he receives his medallion. One must present one's medallion to the refferee as they enter a bout space regardless of the venue or level. The referee holds the medallion till the bout results are recorded, at which time they are returned to the fighter. | ||
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The vast variations of armor stylings is too numerous to discuss since they depend on the culture of the Association and the world it is in, the level of bloodsport, Honor combats or deathsport, and other elements. Personal choice is a strong matter as is the question of Vanity versus Safety. | The vast variations of armor stylings is too numerous to discuss since they depend on the culture of the Association and the world it is in, the level of bloodsport, Honor combats or deathsport, and other elements. Personal choice is a strong matter as is the question of Vanity versus Safety. | ||
− | In most associations a basic bodily covering is required but it is often disregarded and some venues are given exemptions. The | + | In most associations a basic bodily covering is required but it is often disregarded and some venues are given exemptions. The Warrior Harness is often considered the minimum of armor standards. |
A ''crotch guard'' is another nearly ubiquitous item. Usually a heavy kidney belt supporting a stainless steel padded codpiece, worn under short pants or battle skirt. | A ''crotch guard'' is another nearly ubiquitous item. Usually a heavy kidney belt supporting a stainless steel padded codpiece, worn under short pants or battle skirt. | ||
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The importance of the Associations vary from regions of usage. Their respectability is also questioned in some realms. | The importance of the Associations vary from regions of usage. Their respectability is also questioned in some realms. | ||
− | While worlds like Gutsedvem and Gesheka are bloody warrior worlds the non-lethal games aspect of the WCA and LGA allow the training of a warrior class among the general public. Most also are members of the military, security, and law enforcement organizations. | + | While worlds like Gutsedvem and Gesheka are bloody warrior worlds the non-lethal games aspect of the WCA and LGA allow the training of a warrior class among the general public. Most also are members of the military, security, and law enforcement organizations. |
− | It is also attractive to bodyguards, bouncers, and violent criminals; all with an eye on improving their fighting ability and | + | It is also attractive to bodyguards, bouncers, and violent criminals; all with an eye on improving their fighting ability and thir ability to intimidate. |
The "respectability" of members and venues is often telling of the interest of the people eager to participate. | The "respectability" of members and venues is often telling of the interest of the people eager to participate. | ||
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− | = | + | ===The Gesheka Games=== |
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The Gesheka Games are considered the original or most prestigious of the rankings, have 150 seats in the Grand Arena for the Lords of the Games. | The Gesheka Games are considered the original or most prestigious of the rankings, have 150 seats in the Grand Arena for the Lords of the Games. | ||
*A challenger for Lordship must be at least Rank Gladiator. Though in practical terms it is extremely rare when someone other then a Lord Gladiator challenges. | *A challenger for Lordship must be at least Rank Gladiator. Though in practical terms it is extremely rare when someone other then a Lord Gladiator challenges. | ||
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Some associations allow the back harness to be more heavily armored, even using steel. The need to protect the kidneys and the spine is considered important enough depending on the association rules to add the protective lower back lames. | Some associations allow the back harness to be more heavily armored, even using steel. The need to protect the kidneys and the spine is considered important enough depending on the association rules to add the protective lower back lames. | ||
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=='''Fandom, Fashion, and Memorabilia'''== | =='''Fandom, Fashion, and Memorabilia'''== |