The following rules represent the standard ruleset for Tournaments being held by Royal Arts fencing academy. This includes: Ascalon, Blue Box, Looking Sharpe, and Hemmageddon
Fencing jackets or protective jackets are required. Armpit gaps are not permitted.
Gloves are required. They must have rigid and padded protection.
Some form of rigid neck protection that covers the larynx must be worn.
Elbow/knee protection is required. The items must completely cover the knee and elbow.
Fencers must wear closed-toe shoes. Flip-flops, sandals, crocs, etc will not be permitted.
Long pants are required.