Known World Handbook
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aka "KWH"
A highly recommended resource for newcomers to the SCA, full of useful tips and information. The KWH is written for the SCA worldwide.
-- Mistress Arlys o Gordon
The Known World Handbook contains chapters on many subjects, and includes:
- How to make basic garb
- How to create heaving fighting gear
- Advice on SCA camping
- History and culture of the Society
- How to run events and assist
- Articles on dance, cooking, music, etc.
- Heraldry and picking a name
- Suggested reading
- …and much more.
The Known World Handbook is available directly from the SCA gift store or at larger events on Merchants' Row.
The Internet Archive contains a copy of an older (1985) edition of the Known World Handbook. Be aware that the information therein is likely very out of date.