Mordhau Historical Combat is excited to be hosting another mini! MordMini X will be for open steel longsword featuring Cactus Cup 2025 rules & gear requirements. This tournament is unrated, meaning it will not be submitted to HEMAratings. We are using this tournament to test our rules, train our ring staff, and provide a relaxed tournament environment for all skill levels.
All details and documents will be available on HEMAscorecard.com for quick reference.
This is a true 'open'; all fighters and skill levels are welcome from beginners to veterans. Event details and expectations are outlined below:
Date: Saturday, November 22nd 2025
Time: 10:00am registration/check-in, 11:00am first pool (it ends when it ends, it is advised to have an open schedule for the day)
Location: Mordhau Historical Combat (2909 S Dobson, Mesa, 85202)
Cost: $20.00 payment will be collected at the door upon check-in. Spectators are free to watch, but a $5 optional donation or donation of a case of water bottles would be appreciated, though certainly not required.
Requirements:
-Register using the google doc:
https://forms.gle/WXkG37dzWuuQMLui6
- Minimum Rank 1 achieved for Mordhau members. No limitations on non-members from other schools, but we strongly recommend interested competitors to speak to their own instructors to determine if this is appropriate for them.
- 15+ age. Minors who are 15+ but under 18 will need a waiver signed by a parent, and the parent must be present ringside for all of their fights.
-Registration is required to participate, registration closes Friday, November 21st 2025. Payment will be collected at the door. Cash, credit, debit, Zelle, and paypal accepted.
- Non-Mordhau competitors will need to have their own equipment that is suitable for this tournament per the required gear listed below. Mordhau has limited loaner equipment available if needed, but priority is given to Mordhau members, and we cannot guarantee equipment availability. Please have your own kit.
-Capacity: 30
GEAR & WEAPONS PERMISSIONS: per Cactus Cup 2025. We will be operating like a full tournament with gear check to train our staff. Gear reqs:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o1JqHLGGifa5TBd0JegIBpBbGbhaewjUejSGzqvp6ps/edit?usp=sharing
RULES: per Cactus Cup 2025 open longsword rules: Cactus Cup 2025 Tournament Rules - Google Docs
Expectations:
This is an event that is intended to foster growth and community within Arizona, and its purpose is to prepare folks for tournaments without pressure. We do not award high dollar value prizes. Medals will be awarded if we have 10+ competitors and healthy representation from 2 or more HEMA schools.
Because our goal is geared towards training and experience, this event is low intensity, low pressure, and we expect all competitors to conduct themselves in a manner that best reflects these intentions. Keep it friendly, keep it fun.
Not only is this event used to prepare fighters, but also to prepare staff for large events. Competitors are asked to be very patient and lenient with judges, as many of them are doing this for the first time ever and are using this experience to learn and prepare for judging at larger events.
Additional notes:
-water and light snacks will be provided at no cost.
-we encourage filming and videos, we only ask two things: let us know and tag us if you post it!
-family and friends are most welcome, spectator donations are appreciated but not required.
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