#women in armor
Swordcraft Quest is one of my favourite events to take photos at because there are just too many babes with amazing costumes.
I thought I would do another photoset of some of these stunning women at our LARP.
(All photos taken by me, the one of me is taken by @larplyyyyyyf)
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Ladies in Lilies
A collaboration with Marlowe Lune in the form of a card for their Merry Blackbird Postcard Society! Marlowe has been an inspiration to me for a while now, and getting to work on this with them was such a dream—do check out their work if you’re not yet familiar with them (because you seriously should—their work is SUBLIME) This piece will be available as a print through their shop, updates will be posted to both of our instagram and twitter accounts!
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They’re in lesbians, your honour.
This is, according to Wikipedia, a replica of the armor that would have been worn by Tachibana Ginchiyo (1569-1602). Ginchiyo was for a time the head of her clan during the Sengoku period.
Here are some extracts from her wikipediapage:
“She led the clan in a period of difficulty at only 6 years old. She inherited her father’s all interest such as the status of castellan, territory, belongings and the famous sword Raikiri (雷切, Lightning Cutter). She recruited women to become her elite guard and trained all the maidens of the castle in warfare skills to intimidate visitors and to prevent it if other clans attack her domain.
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In 1592 Hideyoshi ordered that Tachibana Muneshige and Tachibana Naotsugu participate of the Invasion to the Korea under the command of Kobayakawa Takakage. Hideyoshi built Nagoya castle as a base to launch attacks on Korea. The castle was relatively close to Ginchiyo’s residence in Hizen Province, it is said that Hideyoshi invited Ginchiyo to visit the castle several times when her husband was away. However, when Hideyoshi saw Ginchiyo with her armed women, he left fearing her personality.”
Well, she was badass.
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The Royal Court ofChesterwick at the game on Friday, one of our first nights without The Price! Of course we all acted out. It’s insane how much we’ve grown over the last year and a half and how much joy these people bring me. We now have almost 20 registered members, and had 16 at Quest! Honestly, never would have dreamed of being this excellent.
Chesterwick is a warband from the LARP game Swordcraft, based in Melbourne, Australia. We take inspiration from the 14th century.
Photo by Portrait Photography Melbourne.
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First project of the year: lamellar. I have a massive soft spot for eastern armour and Rus style, but never really get a chance to wear it because we’re stuck pretty firmly in the XIVth century. When we had a night off I took the opportunity to throw together a kit and get on the field. The only thing I was really missing was gauntlets. I took most inspiration from the 11th century.
We’ve had this lamellar stuff lying around the craft room for years, and I’m always stubbing my toes on it. They’re 18ga (1mm) mild steel plates, laced together with leather thonging. The straps are made from leather and sewn on/ reinforced with artificial sinew. I made my breastplate in like 8 hours because I’m the size of a child, whereas it took Kieran 3 years to make his because he’s super lazy. I’m going to do another post later with WIP/ up close pictures of how it’s constructed and what it’s looks like on the inside, because it’s pretty interesting.
Belt, greaves, pants under tunic, gambeson: ArmStreet.
Helmet: It’s called an Italo-Norman cabaset helm and I have no idea where we got it from, we’ve had it in our personal armoury for years.
Axe:Calimacil Dane Axe
Pictures were taken at Swordcraft LARP in Melbourne, Australia. They are taken by Portrait Photography Melbourne andMichael Rutter Photography.
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A flatlay of the gear I was wearing to Swordcraft this week.
Spring steel blues breastplate - a lightweight 15th century inspired piece of chest protection.
Mail standard - slightly padded under the riveted mail rings, this is for neck protection.
Striped joined hose - 15th century pants made from wool.
Red linen shirt - a slightly fantasy inspired base layer made from 100% flax linen.
14th century belt with a pewter buckle and fittings, made by myself.
15th century reproduction kidney pouch
Fantasy leather covered water bottle I bought in Quebec
ArmStreet forest boots.
Not pictured: open early 15ty century inspired archer’s sallet, green silk noil livery coat, leather fencing gloves, bow, quiver and arrows.
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Just got back from an amazing week of Swordcraft Quest here in Victoria, Australia. Couldn’t be prouder and more happy with the event.
After an excellent week of roleplay, I had the honour of commanding our aggressive flank in the final battle, leading to victory!
Already planning for next Quest.
Boots, armor: ArmStreet
Spurs, standard: MakeYourOwnMedieval
Livery Collar: Armor and Castings
Shield, plaque belt, everything else: me, Sun and Swords.
Walking around at Swordcraft, being a derp. I’m carrying a handful of yellow sashes, which show which side we’re on (each night there is a side with and without sashes).
In this, I’m dressed as my man-at-arms-type character, Willy.
Gambeson, breastplate: Sun and Swords+ArmStreet
Padded chausses, hood, scabbard/ belt: Sun and Swords
Mace:Calimacil
Photographer:Snap Happy Ian
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Apparently, I’m now banned from using the selfie camera. I wonder why?
Photos taken at Swordcraft LARP at half-time - thus the sweatiness.
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“How to Commit the Perfect Murder" was an old game in heaven. I always chose the icicle: the weapon melts away.” - Alice Sebold, The Lovely Bones
This behemoth of an ice club had been growing on the back patio for a few days. We named it Ivan, and it became a part of the family. Unfortunately, Ivan started to melt yesterday, so we gave it a proper sendoff and took some photos to remember it by. :)
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I feel like I have Three Main Vibes sometimes.
1. Heroic Knight,2.Feral Knight, and3.Resting Knight
Case and point. The Resting Knight lol
Happy Monday all! I hope you’re doing well and that you have an awesome week. :)
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Photo Credit To Kindra Nikole for Photo #3 , Assistant Photography Credit to Christopher Menges for Photo #4, and Concept Artist for Photo #5 Elena Skitalets.
Model Credits: Dawn Vice, Lexi The First. Rae, Abie Eke, Calla Parmly, Taze Campbell, Xero, and Josephine Chang.
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“You’re a warrior. Warriors don’t give up and they don’t back down. Pick up your sword, your shield, and fight.”
Image from a recent day of play in armor. ^^ With Chase Kingsford.
It feels soooo good to be in my kit again. I am also soooo out of shape. lol
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Raphtalia from the Shield Hero anime
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