Who does what at fight practice, and how to make sure you're making the most efficient use of your time in a leadership position...
Everybody in the Hall:
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Clean up after themselves and keep their personal
possessions neat and tidy
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Treat all other occupants of the hall with respect
and courtesy
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Watch for others and mind your safety and space
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Assist in setup and teardown of the hall (as
bodies allow)
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Mention if conditions/fighters are becoming
unsafe and address this directly if appropriate
All Fighters:
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Fight safely and courteously according to our
rules and conventions
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Ensure their gear and weapons have been properly
inspected and are in good repair
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Make other fighters aware of any training goals
you have for the day
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Be aware of other fighters and make space for others
to fight
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Follow the rules of the list
Junior Marshals:
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Assist in weapon and armor inspections and bring
related concerns to a senior marshal
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If requested and desired, do active marshalling
for practice tourneys etc.
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Welcome newer fighters, assist in basic training
if desired, and make sure they have what they need in terms of loaner equipment
Senior Marshals:
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Oversee weapon and armor inspections, ensure
they’re happening at the beginning of practice, and provide clarification or
final decision-making on concerns
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Fill out paperwork as needed if in a supervisory
position
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Arrange and supervise practices
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Arrange and supervise tournaments at practice
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Assist in de-escalating conflicts between fighters
Knight Marshal:
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Represent the fighters and their needs to the
Council
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Present reports to the Seneschal and KEM and KRM
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Welcome people to practice on behalf of the
barony
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Attend the vast majority of practices
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Open and lock the hall (or delegate someone to
do so) and ensure hall is respected and in good condition
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Communicate with the hall to ensure a good
relationship
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Maintain Iron Key inventory and safety
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Communicate with fighters and hall attendees via
online channels and in person
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Maintain a good rapport with attendees and
understand dynamics affecting group functioning
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Ensure all necessary tasks are being completed
and delegate as necessary
