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The world of medieval battles is about to witness a new chapter. The Florentine warriors of Bande Nere, one of the most talked-about teams of last season, have just released a teaser for their upcoming Bande Nere Tournament, set to take place in Fall 2025 in Italy.

For the first time in Italy, the Tuscany Medieval Festival will host a full-contact jousting tournament, bringing the thrill of authentic medieval equestrian combat to Livorno. This incredible spectacle will take place on May 9–11, 2025, at Fortezza Nuova, offering visitors an immersive and unforgettable experience.

On May 10, 2025, beneath the fortified walls of Livorno, Tuscany, warriors clad in gleaming steel shall enter the lists for the Giostra di Giovanni Full-Plate Tournament—a battle where skill, endurance, and honor will be tested in its purest form.