Documented from the Rolls and Files of the Coram Regibus of Thomas Byron II Rex and Ariella II Regina, King and Queen of Æthelmearc: Being a True Record of the Business of Their Royal Court at the Iris Festival, Kingdom Equestrian Champs, and Iron Comet, 4 June, Anno Societatis LVII, in the Barony-Marche of the Debatable Lands. As recorded by Gwendolyn the Graceful, Brehyres, Meistr-y-gân, Jewel of Æthelmearc Herald, assisted by The Honorable Lady Nichola Beese.
Their Majesties asked for a moment of silence in remembrance of friends who have left us since our last meeting.
Their Majesties then called Princess Leia to take up the toybox and sent the many, many youth in attendance in pursuit of her.
Their Majesties welcomed the newcomers at the event with drinking vessels.
Following this, Their Majesties gave leave to Their Excellencies Debatable Lands to conduct business of their court.
Upon the conclusion of Baronial Court, Their Majesties summoned Master Morien McBain to entertain the populace with one of the pieces he had composed for the Iris Festival.
Next, Their Majesties welcomed The Honorable Lady Gesa von Wellenstein and Tora-kyo no Shia no Gozen, their outgoing Equestrian Champions, to pass on their regalia to the incoming champions. Master Rhion Elandris of Glyndyfrdwy and Mistress Ysabeau Tiercelin, driving Romeo and Mercutio, were named King’s Equestrian Champions – the first driving team in the Known World ever to enter a kingdom equestrian championship; and Yarden of the Debatable Lands, riding Diamond, took up the mantle of Queen’s Equestrian Champion. Scrolls for both were illuminated by Katrina Beese and calligraphed by The Honorable Lady Nichola Beese.
Their Excellencies, Brandubh et Hilderun, came forward to accept on behalf of Dagon Wrathmonger, whose martial dedication had moved Their Majesties to Award him Arms. Scroll by The Honorable Lady Gesa von Wellenstein upon wording by Master Alaric MacConnal.
Their Majesties next invited The Honorable Lady Hara Kikumatsu and Ishiyama Shonagon Gen’tarou no Yori’ie forward. Speaking with gratitude for the many yards of kumihimo cords, as well as other gifts of time and materials they have donated in favors, garb, and other service to the Crown, Their Majesties provided them each with tokens in testament to naming them recipient’s of the Crown’s Treasure.
Their Majesties then sought The Honorable Lady Violetta da Valencia to speak with her of her brewing and her service to that guild, as well as to the moneyer’s guild. In recognition of this, They declared it proper to name her a Companion of the Order of the Keystone. Scroll by The Honorable Lady Eleanore Godwin.
Their Majesties next requested to be attended by Lord Turlough Feolain and Lady Finé Faolain. His Majesty spoke of Turlough’s magic toolbox, his seeming ability to meet any need when something is broken and in need of fixing. In addition to this and his service to his Barony as a retainer, as well as in the Choir and the Archery Guild, They were moved to make him a Companion of the Order of the Keystone. Scroll by Master Christofano Vecchione.
To Finé, Their Majesties spoke of her constant service–retaining, singing in the choir, setup, cleanup, seeming to be everywhere throughout the day cheerfully and untiringly. For these numerous acts of service, They were well minded to induct her as well to the Order of the Keystone. Scroll illumination by Mistress Graidhne ni Ruaidh, calligraphy by The Honorable Lady Nichola Beese.
Their Majesties, with the assistance of Their Excellencies Debatable Lands, then reached through the aether to demand that The Honorable Lord Owen Tegg attend Their words. Her Majesty reminded His Lordship of the ways in which he has continued to serve Æthelmearc despite being unable to attend events in person due to the continuing plague. Their Majesties then called forward Their Noble Order of the Millrind as witnesses that They saw fit to induct His Lordship among their number at that time. Scroll by The Honorable Lady Gesa von Wellenstein.
Her Majesty then spoke of her inspiration for the day, saying that there could only be one choice–or this day, two, as the reason the event had occurred at all lay in the vision, dedication, and determination of The Honorable Lady Hara Kikumatsu and Ishiyama Shonagon Gen’tarou no Yori’ie. She bestowed upon them Her token in thanks for bringing their vision to reality. In gratitude for their contributions to the day’s Court, Their Majesties invited forward the scribes to select
items to resupply their stock.
There being no further business, Court was closed.
Faithfully Submitted,
Gwendolyn the Graceful, Brehyres (OL)
Jewel of Æthelmearc Herald
Here begins the Report of the Court of Gareth and Juliana, King and Queen of Æthelmearc at the Special Practice in the Debatable Lands 2 April AS 56, joined by Their Heirs Byron and Ariella, jorundr hinn rotinn, Silver Buccle Herald, reporting.
In the morning:
Soon-to-be Sir Boden the Lost returns his squire’s belt to Sir Graedwynn Mab Teyrnon.
Their Majesties summoned Their Archery Champion Yakub al-Musafir. Yakub is a skilled archer who has been increasing his skill with the bow greatly, for this Their Majesties Awarded him Arms. Scroll by Nichola Beese and Scribal West.
Their Majesties called for Sir Graedwynn Mab Teyrnon, who had a squire, whose oath had come to an end. THLord Boden the Lost was summoned, and after confirming that it was still his wish to continue THLord Boden returned his squire’s belt to Sir Graedwynn and was commended to the Order of the Chivalry to sit Vigil and contemplate his entry into that order.
Comtesse Elena d’Artois le Tailleur was next called. Comtesse Elena expressed that she had an outstanding commitment that she needed to conclude before she could sit vigil. Their Majesties invited Master Christian Amaury de Launey to release Comtesse Elena from their student teacher relationship, once concluded The Order of Defense was summoned to take Comtesse Elena and give her their council.
Court Suspended.
In the evening, joined by Their Excellencies Brandubh and Hilderun, Baron and Baroness of the Debatable Lands.
Their Majesties invited His Majesty Ioannes of the East to join Them.
Their Majesties called for Master Alaric MacConnal to attend Them, They asked that he might lead the youth of the Kingdom with the toybox and assist them with choosing gifts.
Their Majesties called for all the newcomers to the Society to join Them, and gifted them mugs made by the hands of artisans from throughout the Kingdom.
Their Majesties gave leave to Their Excellencies to hold Their Baronial Court.
Diana Clare Chandler was Awarded Arms in abstentia for her skill in making garb for herself and others and for her service as a retainer. Scroll by Gesa von Wellenstein.
Lady Lartia Cerva was called into Court that Their Majesties could deliver her Scroll and circlet from when she was Awarded Arms at Agincourt in October.
Lady Tristyn of Gryffyn’s Keep was called before Their Majesties. Her skill with thrown weapons has grown, which pleased Their Majesties so They inducted her into the Order of the Golden Alce. Scroll by Gesa von Wellenstein.
Their Majesties summoned Armiger Sebastian. Their skill in scribal arts and assistance with many scrolls created by Debatable Lands Scribal West caused Their Majesties to name Them a member of the Order of the Sycamore. Scroll by Nichola Beese and Scribal West.
Aranwen verch Rhys ap Gwalter was awarded a Crown’s Treasure in abstentia for her many donations of historically correct glass beads, fibula, and jewelry. Scroll illuminated by Viviene of Yardley, calligraphed by Jonathan Blaecstan, with words by King Gareth.
THLord Boden the Lost was summoned to present himself before Their Majesties. After confirming that it was still his wish to continue, Their Majesties summoned Their Order of the Chivalry. They heard words in support of Boden from a Royal Peer, Countess Ariella of Thornbury, a Laurel, Master Duncan Blackwater, a patent-pending member of the Order of Defense, Comtesse Elena d’Artois, a Pelican, Baron Brandubh O Donnaighlie, a member of the Order of Chivalry, Sir Bors of Rouen, and words from Sir Graedwynn Mab Teyrnon. After hearing THLord Boden’s oath of Fealty They invested him with the regalia of a Knight, the Ancestral Chivalry Chain of Æthelmearc, a personal chain, a white belt, spurs, and a cloak. His Majesty then dubbed Sir Boden a Knight and delivered his last unanswered blow. Scroll by Jonathan Blaecstan with words by Graedwynn Mab Teyrnon.
Soon-to-be Maître Elena d’Artois le Tailleur walks into Court, accompanied by members of the Order of Defense.
Their Majesties invited Comtesse Elena d’Artois le Tailleur was invited. The Order of Defense, and the Ladies of the Rose and Garnet were called. Their Majesties confirmed that it was still Elena’s wish to proceed, and heard the words of her supporters, Countess Kallista Morgunova as a Lady of the Rose, Sir Marek Viacheldrago as a member of the Order of the Chivalry, Mistress Gabrielle de Winter and Master Robert O’Connor as members of the Order of the Pelican, Duke Malcolm Duncan MacEoghainn as a Royal Peer, Duchess Morgen of Rye as a Royal Peer, Mistress Chrestienne of Waterdene as a member of the Order of the Laurel, Duchess Dorinda Courtenay as herself, and Master Christian Amaury de Launey as a member of the Order of Defense. Comtesse Elena gave her Oath, and was presented in the regalia of a cape, garters, the book and box of the Æthelmearc Order of Defense, a lineage collar, a personal collar and the ancestral collar of Æhelmearc. After receiving a final unanswered buffet from Her Majesty Elena was named a the newest Maître of Defense. Scroll by Roberta McMorland with words by Cyrus Augur and Po Silvertop the Rogue.
Their Majesties summoned “Some Guy in a Hat” with much trepidation. Master Po Silvertop the Rogue presented himself.
Here begins the Report of the Court of His Majesty Ioannes of the East, jointly with Their Majesties of Æthelmearc, Gareth and Juiana, at the Special Practice in the Debatable Lands, April 2 AS 56, jorundr hinn rotinn, Silver Buccle Herald, reporting.
His Majesty Ioannes had a query for Po. “Would you like a second chance?” Po confirmed that he would in fact like a second chance. It was then confirmed that upon his elevation to the Order of Defense, the very set of Royalty that Po was currently before had not given Po a final buffet. Master Po presented the six-fingered glove to Her Majesty Juliana, who delivered that buffet, 32 months after Master Po was elevated to the Order of Defense.
That business being done, Their Majesties, Gareth, Juliana, and Ioannes remarked on how Po spreads levity and the joy of fencing wherever he goes. He does not just do this in Æthelmearc, Master Po is also a prolific teacher and supporter of fencing in The East. For this, Their Majesties of Æthelmearc and The East named Po a Baron of the Courts of the East and Æthelmearc. The scroll is unsigned with words by Cyrus Augur.
Here Closes the Court of His Majesty Ioannes.
Their Majesties summoned THLard Shirin of Susa. THLady Shirin served as Co-Signet of Æthelmearc, and has also created many personal works of scribal art of a very high caliber. Her skill in this area has been noted by the Order of the Laurel, and thus she was issued a Writ to contemplate entry into that order. Scroll by Antoinette de la Croix with words by Arias Beltran del Valle.
Her Majesty greatly enjoyed her day, and wished to especially recognize Baroness Hilderun Hügelmann as her inspiration for the day and awarded her a Golden Escarbuncle for all that she did to make this day happen.
His Majesty addressed King Ioannes. It is not right that Royalty from another Kingdom visit Æthelmearc without receiving a gift, so His Majesty delivered Ducal coronets to Ioannes for himself and his lady Honig for When They step down next week.
Their Majesties presented tokens to the scribes and wordsmiths that worked on scrolls for this day’s court.
Here begins the Report of the Court of Gareth and Juliana, King and Queen of Æthelmearc, at Agincourt in the Barony-Marche of the Debatable Lands, October 23, AS 56, jorundr hinn rotinn, Silver Buccle Herald, reporting, with the Assistance of Baron Arias Beltran del Valle, Sigil Herald, THLady Nichola Beese, and Ebyjousie.
On the fencing field.
Their Majesties called Lord Li Chang before Them. Lord Li has been learning much about the art of Chinese combat so that he might apply it to his fencing, and has gained much skill on the field. For this Their Majesties were pleased to induct him into Their Order of the Golden Alce. Scroll by Morikawa Rei.
On the field later in the day.
Their Majesties summoned Thorinn of the Debatable Lands to appear before Them. Thorinn has been reported to be helpful around his barony, and he further assisted with the bar at Æthelmearc Royal encampment at Pennsic. He is also known to be an archer. For these and more, Their Majesties did Award him Arms. Scroll by Gesa von Wellenstein.
Their Majesties next sought Lady Rose O’Tierrany. Her skill in the scribal arts has grown much over the past few years and she has created many scrolls for both her barony and the Kingdom. For this she was added to the rolls of the Order of the Sycamore. Scroll by Arianna of Wynthrope.
In the evening. Joined by Their Excellencies Brandubh and Hilderun, Baron and Baroness of the Debatable Lands.
Their Majesties gave leave to Their Excellencies to hold Baronial court.
Their Majesties invited all those who were attending their first Royal Court to attend Them. They gave mugs made by the artisans of the Kingdom to the newcomers and invited them all to drink in good health and enjoy the society and all it has to offer.
Their Majesties next gave leave to Their Silver Buccle Herald, jorundr hinn rotinn, to perform some heraldic business. Baron Brandubh O’Donnghaile, Sigil Herald was called to present himself. Baron Brandubh has served as Sigil Herald to the last 3 Silver Buccles, and has aided the College of Arms immensely, however it was now time that he be allowed to step down from that office and take a much deserved break. Thus Baron Arias Beltran del Valle was called to present himself. Baron Arias did agree to take up that office and serve the Æthelmearc College of Heralds as Sigil Herald, the Senior Deputy Herald.
Their Majesties next inducted Katrina Beese into the Order of the Silver Alce in absentia for her pursuit of the fencing arts and archery. Promissory Scroll by Arianna of Wynthrope.
Their Majesties next sought Lemony of the Debatable Lands. She has also been shooting archery and fencing. Their Majesties found this to be a good thing, and so inducted her into Their Order of the Silver Alce. Promissory Scroll by Arianna of Wynthrope.
Their Majesties next summoned before Them a sacrifice. Baron Arias Beltran del Valle had a recent track record of being the kind of person who volunteers for things so he was volunteered. Their Majesties next invited the youth assembled to join Them. They instructed the sacrifice to take the toy box to the back of court and assist the youth in taking goodies.
Their Majesties next invited Their Thrown Weapons Champion, THLord Kumagaya Kentarou Masamoto, to discuss the tournament he held to determine his successor. There were many fine throwers on the field that day, including one who was throwing for the first time, yet still managed to be the only person to successfully attack the enemy camp, Phil of Misty Highlands. However in the end there could only be one victor, Tristyn of Gryffyn’s Keep, who was named Kingdom Thrown Weapons Champion and invested with the regalia of the office, as well as was presented with a prize pouch containing coins from the Moneyer’s Guild, and was invited to join the Royal Court. The Scroll is a scribal west production featuring Nichola Beese, Sorcha MacKenzie, and Graidhne ni Ruaidh.
Their Majesties next invited THLady Kathyrn Täntzel, who ran the tournament to determine the new Archery Champion for Lord Rónán Ó Conaill, who could not attend the event, to speak about the tournament. Of the many fine archers on the field one proved to have the finest aim of the day, Yakub al-Musafir was named Archery Champion and invested with the regalia of that office, as well as was presented with a prize pouch containing coins from the Moneyer’s Guild, and was invited to take his place among the champions. The Scroll is a scribal west production featuring Nichola Beese and Graidhne ni Ruaidh.
Mistress Graidhne ni Ruaidh and THLady Nichola Beese were invited to conduct some personal business in Their Majesties Court. Mistress Graidhne spoke about how THLady Nichola does all the things and wants to learn all the things so she placed a woven belt that was green on one side and yellow on the other around her waist and named THLady Nichola her apprentice.
Their Majesties next summoned Niall Mac Raedwulf to appear before Them. Niall is an archer who also serves by assisting with setting up and moving things for events, he has also assisted with streaming courts so the those that can not attend them in person can still participate. For this did Their Majesties feel moved to Award him Arms. Scroll by Gesa von Wellenstein.
Their Majesties next Awarded Arms, somewhat in absentia, to Reinhard Regenbogen as while not personally present he was able to attend Court through the previously mentioned streaming of Lord Niall. Reinhard has served his Barony as a webminister, and he sings with the Debatable Choir and at bardic circles. Scroll illuminated by Robaird Michael Patrick Timothy James O’Suilleabhainn with calligraphy by Liadin ní Chléirigh na Coilleand words by Lijsbet Hoefman.
Their Majesties next Awarded Arms in absentia to Lartia Cerva. She helps with parade demos, works with needle and thread as well as weaving and other fiber arts. Scroll by Mary Elizabeth Clason.
Their Majesties next sought Scheiny of Dalhraidia. Scheiny is an enthusiastic weaver and member of the fiber guild, and has been active during the online meetings. For this They Awarded her Arms. Scroll by Murdia Drusilla Vellia Portia.
Their Majesties next summoned Finé Failain to attend Them. Finé has been shooting archery, making hats, and making garb, Their Majesties are pleased by this and so did Award her Arms. Scroll by Arianna of Wynthrope.
Their Majesties next summoned Turlough Feolain to appear before Them. Turlough has been spotted shooting archery, brewing mead, and doing woodworking, these are skills Their Majesties like in Their populace. Thus did They Award him Arms. Scroll by Arianna of Wynthrope.
His Majesty addressed the populace and spoke of how for each of the Award of Arms that had just been given someone wrote a letter recommending them to Their Majesties, and He asked that everyone be on the lookout for those that deserve awards and write letters about them.
Their Majesties next inducted Lady Vika Vyborgskaia in the Order of the Cornelian in absentia for her constant courtesy and encouragement of new MOLs and her work in developing the Debatable Lands Stellar Tournaments. The scroll is a Scribal West production featuring Nichola Beese and Edana the Red.
Their Majesties bade Master Jussi Laplein, who was performing the service of delivering Their Majesties words to his Lady, stay with Them for a little longer. Master Jussi performs many services that go beyond his duties as a member of the Order of the Chivalry, he assists with setting up and tearing down the MOL tables and tournament lists, he trains new fighters and works with our youth fighters. For this did Their Majesties induct him into Their Order of the Keystone. Scroll by Forveleth Dunde.
Their Majesties called for Lady Astrid of Helios Fury to appear before Them. Lady Astrid has been helping as a retainer and as a water bearer at Pennsic for quite some time. These actions please Their Majesties and so They were moved to add her to the rolls of Their Order of the Keystone. Scroll by Ekaterina Volkova.
Their Majesties next called for Lord Patrokles Athenaios. His skills as a heavy fighter have been growing and he has performed well on the field, thus Their Majesties were pleased to name him a Companion of the Golden Alce. Scroll by Helena Mutzhasen.
Their Majesties called for Lady Catherine O’Herlihy to present herself before Them. Lady Catherine is known for assisting in many ways. she retains and she water bears at Pennsic. She has even run Water Point at Pennsic, even with a broken bone. Their Majesties had heard much from Her from a certain group, and so did induct Lady Catherine into Their Order of the Millrind. The Scroll is a Scribal West production featuring Nichola Beese, Aurelia Argentia Prima, Graidhne ni Ruaidh and Armiger Sebastian.
THLady Muigheal ingean Dubhghaill was summoned by Their Majesties to present herself before Them. Helpful is her middle name. She exemplifies Service with a smile, and leadership that causes others to follow along. She makes events happen such as Their Majesties previous Crown and Æthelmearc Twenty Year, and Their last Coronation. For this Their Majesties were pleased to make her a Baroness of Their Court. Scroll by Rachel Dalicieux.
Her Majestiy wished to speak to Phil of Misty Highlands. Though this was his first event he tried all the things and was a joy to behold his discoveries. For this did Her Majesty name him Her inspiration for the day and award him a Golden Escarbuncle.
Their Majesties invited all the scribes, guards, and retainers who made court happen to present themselves. Their Majesties then presented them all with payment in the form of coins from the Moneyer’s Guild.
Their Majesties thanked everybody who attended and made the event happen, and invited those that could to attend other events that Their Majesties would be attending, such as Tavern Brawl net week where the Kingdom Arts and Sciences competition will be held, Corn Maze, and Gulf Wars.
Report of the Court of Their Majesties, Gareth and Juliana, Sylvan King and Queen of AEthelmearc, at A Kingdom for A Horse, on June 29, AS 54.
Their Majesties opened Court an hour earlier than scheduled, to the delight of many.
The children present were invited before Their Majesties, as was Lord Olaf with the ever-popular toychest. The children waited (im)patiently for Olaf to get a head start with the toychest before their quest for the goodies within began.
Those gentles for whom either this event, or the previous royal progress event, was the first royal court they’d attended were invited forward by Their Majesties to be recognized, thanked, and given a hand made ceramic mug in appreciation for their attendance.
Newcomers to the SCA receive mugs from Their Majesties.
Their Majesties called the day’s autocrat, Lady Gesa von Wellenstein, to recall the days challenges and victors. Their Majesties next called in their previous equestrian champion, Mistress Gozen, to announce the winner of the Kingdom Equestrian tournament. Fiona Cormack was invited forward and announced the victor in the day’s challenges.
Riders are called before Their Majesties, and Fiona is named the winner of the games.
Because of weather concerns and responsibilities with the horses, Their Majesties called back Lady Gesa to praise her for today’s efforts and her continued service and leadership in the equestrian community. Their Majesties then called the Order of the Golden Lance to come forward, and inducted Gesa into the order.
Lady Gesa is inducted into the Golden Lance.
Next, Their Majesties called Lord Meinulfr Grimmson before them. They have noticed his skill on the thrown weapons range and his work in the thrown weapons community. His tenures as BMDL and Kingdom thrown weapons champion moved them to award him a Golden Alce. Scroll by Isabella Montoya.
Lord Meinulfr receives a Golden Alce.
Their Majesties then called Lord Alistair MacLeod to come before them, who is now going by the name Skjoldr Bjorn. His service to the kingdom has been duly noted and appreciated, as a voice herald, marshal for heavy weapons and archery, and he assists at the gate at many events, so Their Majesties awarded him a Keystone. Scroll by Isabella Montoya.
Lord Skjoldr receives a Keystone.
Tierrany Rose Orre was next called into court and Their Majesties spoke of her service as largess coordinator for the BMDL, and serving the BMDL populace camp at Pennsic. They were so moved to award her Arms. Scroll by Mistress Luceta and Nickolai Voronovich.
Tierrany Rose receives an AoA.
Their Majesties requested the presence of Lady Aurelia Argentia Prima. They noted her work with the Moneyers Guild- she researches, designs, and carves dies for making period coins that have been becoming more common all across the kingdom. She also takes time to teach others in the making of silver chains. In recognition of her skills she was awarded a Sycamore. Scroll, by Mistress Graidhne ni Ruaidh, is a work in progress.
Lady Aurelia receives a Sycamore.
Next Their Majesties called Lord Brahen Lapidario before them, and also lauded his efforts with the Moneyers Guild, seeing how he and his wife Aurelia have been working together. Brahen was also awarded a Sycamore, which is also a work in progress by Mistress Graidhne.
Lord Brahen receives a Sycamore.
Lord Ronan O’Connal was called from behind the dais of Their Excellencies of the Debatable Lands to come before Their Majesties. He serves in heralding court for both the BMDL and the kingdom, and recently has taken the position of sycamore herald. He is also an archery marshal. Thus Their Majesties awarded him a Keystone. Scroll by Baroness Shirin al-Sussiyya.
Lord Ronan receives a Keystone.
Their Majesties called Lord Duncan MacCoulagh to come before them. His prowess in thrown weapons was noted, having been BMDL thrown weapons champion and on the Pennsic 47 Thrown Weapons team, and was awarded a Golden Alce. Scroll by Baroness Shirin.
Next, Their Majesties invited Sile inghean Chein before them. She has been noticed on the archery and thrown weapons ranges, involved with equestrian activities, seen retaining, and on the field as water bearer. This pleases Their Majesties greatly and so she was awarded Arms. Scroll by Aurelia Argentia Prima.
Sile receives an AoA.
Their Majesties brought before them THL Margery Kent of York. Her longtime service to her kingdom was lauded, as was her welcoming attitude to all around her, especially with newcomers to our society, and especially while working at troll. For these acts, Margaret was presented an Award of Excellence.
THLady Margery receives the Order of Excellence.
Their Majesties then asked Gesa von Wellenstein to come forward once more so as to be recognized as Queen’s Equestrian Champion. Mistress Gozen was also called forward to be named as King’s Champion.
THLady Gesa is named Queen’s Equestrian Champion.
THLady Gesa is named Queen’s Champion, Mistress Gozen is named King’s Equestrian Champion.
Their Majesties next asked all those who served as grounds crew and riders to stand and be recognized for their participation and help in making the day a glorious one.
Their Majesties wished all scribes and wordsmiths to stand and be recognized for contributing to the beautiful scrolls that were awarded that day.
Her Majesty wished to recognize Her Ladyship Gesa and Lord Nohaaj as Queen’s inspirations for the day.
There being no further business, the Court of Their Majesties was closed.
Here begins the Record of the Second Reign of King Gareth and Queen Juliana, Monarchs of Sylvan Æthelmearc, upon the day of Their Coronation, April 6, AS 53, in Their Shire of Sunderoak; as reported by THL Arias Beltran del Valle, Jewel of Æthelmearc Herald, with the assistance of Maestro Orlando del Bene di Vinta, Baron Robert O’Connor, Lord Fiachna mac Cennetig, and Lady Nichola Beese.
In Their Majesties’ First Court in the morning:
Having invited the populace to take their comfort, Their Majesties summoned to Them Baroness Angel Deth, who was then invested as Their Reign Coordinator. Having sworn her oath, her Excellency then bore words from her lord, Baron Grimbald Deth, long a trusted companion of the Royal House, who , though distant on the day, repledged his support to Their Majesties.
Baroness Angel swears fealty as Reign Coordinator. Photo by Master Alaxandair o’Conchobair.
Lady Aine ny Allane was next called to Their Majesties presence. Having seen her faithful work in Their Royal retinue in the past, They received her oath before investing her as Their Head Retainer.
Lady Aine swears fealty has Head Retainer. Photo by Master Alaxandair.
Next was Lord Rhys of Miles End summoned to appear. Lord Rhys approached the throne with those gentles who wished to serve on Her Majesty’s Guard. Her Majesty asked him to serve as Captain. Lord Rhys then swore his oath to serve on behalf of all those he would lead in defense of Her Majesty.
Lord Rhys swears fealty as Captain of the Queen’s Guard. Photo by Master Alaxandair.
The Great Officers of the Sylvan Kingdom then attended Their Majesties where they swore their oaths to serve the Kingdom, followed by the gathered Baronages, each in turn, and the Most Noble Orders of the Chivalry, Laurel, Pelican and Defense.
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Great Officers and Peers swear fealty
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The Territorial Barons swear fealty
The Order of the White Scarf then appeared before Their Majesties, and asked Her Majesty to bear their token, and swore to defend her at all costs.
Countess Anna Leigh was then asked to return before Their Majesties. They spoke of Her Excellency’s long conversations and devoted work in leading the Kingdom through her reign, and declared that her title be no longer sufficient to recognize her properly. So did they name her to be a Duchess of the Kingdom of Æthelmearc. The scroll was a triptych created by the work of Lord Sasson della Sancta Victoria, Baron Jasper Longshanks, and Mistress Ælfra Long. Also presented was a portrait of her Grace lovingly created by Baroness Sigrid Schreiber.
Countess Anna Leigh is made a Duchess, crowned with Duke Titus’ Ducal coronet. Photo by Master Alaxandair.
Duchess Anna Leigh’s scroll. Photo by Master Alaxandair.
With no immediate business at hand, Their Majesties’ Court was then suspended.
At Court in the Afternoon:
Having reopened Their Court, Their Majesties greeted Their Cousins from the Midrealm, Their Highnesses Edmund and Kateryn, and invited Them to join Their Majesties in Their Court.
Their Majesties then heard from those gentles responsible for leading the various competitions of the day, who recognized those who had emerged victorious in events for the arts and sciences, thrown weapons, archery, and fencing, as well as youth combat.
Their Majesties then summoned to them His Lordship Darri inn Valski. As heavy combat champion, Darri had held a tournament on the day to determine his successor as Champion. Despite his victory in the list, Duke Dietrich spoke of one who had comported himself in the manner of a champion, and demonstrated the skill of one as well, and suggested that THL Cid Hiyo was deserving of the title. Their Majesties agreed, and declared His Lordship Their Heavy Weapons Champion, and bade him take the place reserved for him in Their Court.
THLord Cid is named Heavy Weapons Champion. Photo by Mistress Arianna.
Astrid of Helios Furion was then called to attend Their Majesties. For a decade has she labored to keep the fighters of the Kingdom well-hydrated on the field of battle, and can also be found retaining and supporting the Sylvan Army. So were Their Majesties moved to recognize her service by Awarding her Arms. Scroll illumination was the work of THL Phelippe Ulfsdottir, with calligraphy by THL Shirin al-Susiyya.
Astrid receives her Award of Arms. Photo by Baron Steffan Wolfgang von Ravensburg.
Lord Otto Boese was summoned to Their Majesties’ presence. Their Majesties spoke on the intricate and detailed work Lord Otto produces to recreate his arms and armor in period style, while making it striking visually and effective. For his artistic work and research was he named to Their Order of the Golden Stirrup.
Lord Otto receives the Golden Stirrup. Photo by Mistress Arianna.
Next was Lady Casey Redmane called to appear in Court. He research and interest in Russian garb has been noted for its depth, and her production of said garb noted for its quality. So was she named to the Order of the Sycamore. Scroll illumination by Thea de Nes, with calligraphy by Her Ladyship Shirin al-Susiyya.
Lady Casey receives a Sycamore. Photo by Baron Steffan.
Their Majesties bade Lady Casey remain for a moment, and asked who it was who supported her in her work that it bears such recognition. She spoke highly of her Lord, Rhys of Miles End, who was then bidden to appear before Their Majesties. His Majesty spoke of his improved prowess on the field of combat. He was greatly impressed by his growth, and was moved to recognize that accomplishment by summoning to Them Their Noble Order of theGage, and adding Rhys to their number. Scroll by Mistress Gillian Llewellyn.
Lord Rhys receives a Gage. Photo by Baron Steffan.
Their Majesties then called for the presence of His Lordship Oliver Sutton. Like His Lordship Rhys, they had continued to see his improvement on the list field, and his leadership in helping to train fighters around the kingdom. But Their Majesties were not the only ones who had been impressed by his skill. So did They invite before Them Their Most Noble Order of the Chivalry, and sent His Lordship with that Order to consider a time where he would sit vigil to join that august Order. Scroll by Lady Gemina of Krull.
THLord Oliver receives a Writ for the Chivalry. Photo by Baron Steffan.
Next was Mistress Chrestienne de Waterdenne invited before Their Majesties. They had borne witness to her work as co-autocrat of Their Coronation that day, and noted that while her organizational work was exceptional, her civility, kindness, and welcoming attitude were equally valued, and deserved further recognition. So did They name her to Their Order of the Cornelian. Scroll by Her Ladyship Elyse le Bref.
Mistress Chrestienne receives a Cornelian. Photo by Mistress Arianna.
Their Majesties summoned into Court his Lordship Silvester Burchardt. Her Majesty spoke with Silvester, describing her joy as a practitioner of the fiber arts at seeing his Lordship’s work in tablet weaving and the like, and was greatly moved also by the quality of craftsmanship She recognized in that work. Despite his protestations to the contrary, Their Majesties deemed his work to be of highest skill. They then invited to Their Court Their Most Noble Order of the Laurel and bid him leave with them to consider elevation to be among their number. Scroll by Mistress Antoinette de la Croix.
Baron Silvester receives a Writ for the Laurel. Photo by Mistress Arianna.
Having already completed Their business with one of the day’s co-autocrats, Their Majesties wished to have words with the other, and did summon Lord Jodocus van Cleef to Them. They spoke of his tireless work both on behalf of the event and of his home Shire of Kings Crossing. They declared it to be worthy of greater recognition, and so did add him to Their Order of the Keystone. Scroll by Her Ladyship Eleanor of Godwin.
Lord Jodocus receives a Keystone. Photo by Baron Steffan.
The Interkingdom Scribal Guild, known to the populace as the INKS Guild, was then called into Court. Their members described the work they do, creating scroll blanks to be sent across the known world to different kingdoms for their use. For this grand expression of service to the society did Their Majesties award the guild membership in Their Order of the Keystone. Scroll illumination by Sean O’Connor, calligraphy by THL Shirin al-Susiyya.
The INKS Guild receives a Keystone. Photo by Baron Steffan.
Master Kieran MacRae was next invited to attend Their Majesties’ Court. Master Kieran could frequently be seen in many roles around the Barony-Marche of the Debatable Lands or in the farther reaches of the kingdom as herald, performer, or otherwise devoted servant to tasks needing accomplished. They concurred with the assessment of Their Noble Order of the Millrind, and summoned that Order to Them, and added Master Kieran to their number. Scroll by Lady Eilionora inghean an Bhaird.
Master Kieran receives a Millrind. Photo by Mistress Arianna.
Next did Their Majesties call for Baroness Kilde Jurgenstochter, and then did Kilde happen to appear before Them. Her Ladyship’s long service and varied contributions had been of great help to many, from supporting Their Majesties’ first reign to supporting local groups, and travelling afar to provide for the Kingdom. They announced that They were of a mind to recognize her work. So, too, was Their Most Noble Order of the Pelican, who were then invited into Their Court. They were bidden to take Her Excellency with them to consider a time where she may sit vigil to join that Order. Scroll by Her Excellency Ekaterina Volkova.
Baroness Kelda receives a Writ for the Pelican. Photo by Mistress Arianna.
Their being no business before Their Majesties at that moment, Their Court was then suspended.
In the evening, at feast:
Their Majesties called before them Baron Robert Hawksworth. Her Majesty spoke of the energy with which he approaches all his work in the Society, and the work he did to create an entertaining event for fencers on Their Coronation day. So did She name him Her Inspiration for the day, and awarded him a Golden Escarbuncle.
Baron Robert received a Golden Escarbuncle. Photo by Baron Steffan.
Their being no further business before Their Majesties, Their Court was then closed.
Here is some news that may interest fighters and fencers: there is a new holder of the Sylvan Bronze Crescent!
At the first Æthelmearc Grand Tournament, held in the Barony Marche of the Debatable Lands, Don Jacob Martinson was victorious and now holds the cut and thrust fighting prize known as the Bronze Crescent. Great job!
For those who do not know, the Bronze Crescent is a meritocratic challenge prize in which a challenger must defeat the holder in cut and thrust combat to claim it. It is open to all authorized cut and thrust fighters of Æthelmearc.
Please direct your challenges to him, per the rules.
Not familiar with cut and thrust? You can check aerapier.org for all the details!
Master Jacopo at the spring Archery Champion’s shoot. Photo by Lord Mikus Magellus.
On September 23rd at the Agincourt event in the Barony-Marche of the Debatable Lands, the competition to choose the Archery Champion of Their Highnesses, Gareth and Juliana, will take place.
Master Jacopo di Niccolo, the outgoing Kingdom Archery Champion, announced that the championship will be open to all with no qualifier. A single elimination tourney will be held to reduce the competitors to a final group. The targets will be changed and then the single elimination shoot will continue until only the Champion remains.
All interested archers must be signed in by noon on Saturday. The signup list will be available at the troll table. All competing archers should be at the field by 12:30 and ready to begin shooting at 1 pm.
Their Excellencies, Brandubh et Hilderun, came forward to accept on behalf of Dagon Wrathmonger, whose martial dedication had moved Their Majesties to Award him Arms. Scroll by The Honorable Lady Gesa von Wellenstein upon wording by Master Alaric MacConnal.
Their Majesties then sought The Honorable Lady Violetta da Valencia to speak with her of her brewing and her service to that guild, as well as to the moneyer’s guild. In recognition of this, They declared it proper to name her a Companion of the Order of the Keystone. Scroll by The Honorable Lady Eleanore Godwin.
Their Majesties next requested to be attended by Lord Turlough Feolain and Lady Finé Faolain. His Majesty spoke of Turlough’s magic toolbox, his seeming ability to meet any need when something is broken and in need of fixing. In addition to this and his service to his Barony as a retainer, as well as in the Choir and the Archery Guild, They were moved to make him a Companion of the Order of the Keystone. Scroll by Master Christofano Vecchione.
Their Majesties, with the assistance of Their Excellencies Debatable Lands, then reached through the aether to demand that The Honorable Lord Owen Tegg attend Their words. Her Majesty reminded His Lordship of the ways in which he has continued to serve Æthelmearc despite being unable to attend events in person due to the continuing plague. Their Majesties then called forward Their Noble Order of the Millrind as witnesses that They saw fit to induct His Lordship among their number at that time. Scroll by The Honorable Lady Gesa von Wellenstein.
