Announcing the Chimera Legion

We are proud to announce the formation of the Chimera Legion, a nascent branch of Way of the Sword Combat Sports. We will begin running foam fighting practices in Coral Springs in June 2021.

Here is some information about the Legion:

What is the Legion's theme? 

Our theme is based on the Byzantines, the successors to the Roman Empire. We will represent a unit of skutatoi (infantry). 

Our name comes from the term “chimerical,” which can be defined as “fantastically visionary.” That is what we aim to be. And on the field of battle, we will be as brave as a lion, as fierce as a dragon, and as stubborn as a goat

Why Byzantines? 

The Byzantines are incredibly diverse, so this gives a lot of options for members. 

Want to be Roman? The Byzantines were the heirs to the Empire. How about Vikings? The Byzantines employed Viking mercenaries called Varangians. Crusaders or Saracens? Both these groups fought with (and against) the Empire at various times. Similarly, the Byzantines employed all types of garb and armor. Chain, scale, lamellar, and padded armor were routinely employed by the Byzantines. I could go on, and on . . .

What does the Legion do?

We will run weekly practices using the Way of the Sword rules. We will strive to attend and fight at Way of the Sword events as a unit. Most importantly, we want to have fun.

How does one join?

Speak to one of the Legion officers, Elias or Basilius (Robb).

What happens after joining?

• We want to present a uniform presence when we attend multi-park events. To that end, we will help you acquire a tunic or tabard in Legion red, cover your shield, and add the unit sigil.
• We will practice unit tactics as a group. We want to learn to work together on the battlefield.
• We will also help you make or acquire weapons if you need any.
• You will have the opportunity to rise in rank within the Legion. There are three ranks among the soldiers of the Legion:
• Hetairos – an auxiliary soldier
• Skoutatos – a regular soldier
• Optimates – literally “the best” – one of the top soldiers of the Legion
• As the Legion grows, there will also be opportunities to become an officer and lead your own command.