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Event Report: 20th Anniversary Bears Event in Stormsport

08 Tuesday Mar 2016

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Bears, Heavy fighting, rapier, Stormsport, Youth combat

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Viscount Sir Bear the Wallsbane.

On March 5, A.S. L, the Shire of Stormsport held its 20th Anniversary Bears event. Gentles from all over western Æthelmearc joined the fun and camaraderie of the day.

The Bears event was originally created to honor the “Three Bears” of Stormsport: Viscount Sir Bear the Wallsbane, Earl Sir Bearengaer hinn Ruadi, and Mistress Berengaria of Hainault. Mistress Berengaria no longer participates in the SCA, and Earl Bearengaer sadly passed away in 2007, but Viscount Bear was present and enjoyed the fighting.

The event featured tournaments in fencing, heavy weapons, and youth combat, as well as a silent auction and history display, not to mention lots of excellent food.

Sir Vladisla Nikulich organized a double-elimination rattan tournament which was won by Sir Aengus MacBain in a final round of combat against Prince Byron.

Byron and Aengus tourney finals

Prince Byron and Sir Aengus in the finals of the double elimination tournament.

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New fighter Benjamin was applauded for his enthusiasm and endurance.

As fighters were defeated in the double-elim tournament, they moved on to a bear pit tourney in which fighters were awarded one point for a loss and two points for a win. Duke Marcus Eisenwald won by a fairly wide margin, but Sir Vlad called out the amazing feat of new fighter, Benjamin, who accumulated 76 points despite only winning six bouts.

The only unhappy note of the day occurred before the tournaments began, when Eisen Brehm of Blackwater slipped and fell after a warmup bout, painfully injuring his knee. He was sent by ambulance to the hospital in the company of Baroness Rynea, and fortunately the injury was just a sprain. Duke Marcus noted that all of the fighters were rooting for Eisen’s recovery and hope he returns to the tourney field soon. Eisen later said he plans to be back in armor by Ice Dragon in April.

In between bear pit tourney bouts, fighters had the opportunity to fight at a barrier provided by Sir Aengus.

Kieran and Jussie at barrier with Aengus

THLord Kieran MacRae and THLord Jussie Laplein fighting at the barrier while Sir Aengus looks on.

Fencers also had two tournaments in which to compete, both organized by Duchess Dorinda Courtenay. Master Caleb Reynolds won the round robin tournament, while Lord Alexander du Lac was victorious in the subsequent bear pit.

Fencing Sakuroku vs Caleb Magnus

THLady Minamoto Kumamoto Sakuraku vs. Baron Caleb Reynolds. Photo by Baron Magnus de Lyons.

The victors received chocolate as their prizes, because that’s what Duchess Dorinda said she would want if she was the winner. She also gave the winners “northern long-eared bears” (aka stuffed rabbits, because she was unable to find teddy bears), though 10-year-old Willa wheedled Baron Caleb’s “bear” away from him.

After the bear pit, Master Diego Muñoz took over marshaling duties so that Duchess Dorinda could hold the field against the other fencers.

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Master Caleb and Lord Alexander, fencing tourney winners.

Youth combatants had the opportunity to fight against adult sparring marshals including Sir Arnþorr inn sterki, THLord Rouland of Willowbrooke, and Prince Byron, and then compete against each other in a triple round robin tournament organized by Mistress Jenna McPherson of Lion’s Tower and won by Ulfr. In addition to winning the tournament, Ulfr was commended for his chivalry, receiving tokens from the marshals and Prince Byron.

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Through all these tournaments, the List officers, Baroness Anna Eisenkopf, Baroness Aemelia Soteria, and Lord Cionaodh mac Éamoinn kept things organized and moving.

A silent auction with many desirable items was held throughout the course of the day, netting the shire a goodly sum of money.

Silent auction

Many desirable items were donated to the Silent Auction.

There was also a display of photos and other memorabilia of past Bears events, including many pictures of the late Earl Bearengaer hinn Raudi, one of the other “Bears” (along with Sir Bear the Wallsbane) for whom the event was named.

First Bears photo display 2

Baroness Aemelia Soteria peruses photos from the Bears event history display.

Lady Ottilige von Rappoltsweiler supervised the Kids’ Kitchen, which had numerous children as young as 8 years old assisting in creating the sideboard lunch of spanikopita, fruits, veggies, bread, honey butter, and cold meats. This is the second year that lunch has been prepared by the children at Bears Event and, as last year, the children had a great time and did a fantastic job. The children also helped with the creation of a Bear Subtlety that was displayed during dinner  At a brief court held by Prince Byron before the feast, the autocrat, Lady Leah Janette, gave each participating child a wooden spoon in thanks for their kitchen help.

Kid cooks closeup

Kids who helped cook the lunch sideboard are recognized by the autocrat for their service.

The event was capped off by a feast cooked by Lady Ottilige and her kitchen crew. The theme of the feast was “greatest hits” from past Bears events and featured foods that had been served at past versions of the event, rather than focusing on how medieval they might be. The dishes included baked chicken that had particular meaning to the cook as it was her first exposure to medieval food. Each dish was a wonderful memory of the past, which made it tastier. Of particular note were the “eggs” served with dessert which were cleaned and washed eggshells filled with whipped cream and a marzipan “yolk” that you ate with a tiny spoon. While this was a new addition to the menu, it was reminiscent of medieval illusion food and was a wonderfully creative way to end the meal.

Thank you to Meesteress Odriana vander Brugghe for information about the feast. All photos not otherwise credited are by Mistress Arianna of Wynthrope.

 

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Court Report: AEthelmearc AEcademy and War College, July 4, A.S. 50

16 Thursday Jul 2015

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Æcademy, Court Report, Equestrian, Pennsic Champions, Stormsport

Documented from the Scrolls of the Reign of Timothy & Gabrielle II, King and Queen of Æthelmearc: the Business of Their Majesties’ Court at Army Muster, Æthelmearc Æcademy and War College, 4 July Anno Societatis L, in the Shire of Stormsport. As recorded by Their Silver Buccle Herald, Kameshima-kyō Zentarō Umakai.

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In the morning:

Their Majesties received Their Equestrian Champions, THL Meadhbh inghean ui Bhaoghaill and Lord Rhiannon Elandris.

Their Majesties summoned Their Order of the Pelican, then called for THL Zoe Akropolitina. Zoe asked for a moment before being sent to vigil, and such being given, returned the belt that marked her as Mistress Jenna MacPherson of Lion’s Tower’s protegé, and also returned the trappings she had received from Mistress Alexandra dei Campagnella and Sir Alonzio of the Peacemakers. Being now relieved of her obligations, Zoe was now free to contemplate elevation to the Pelican, and so was escorted by the Companions of the Pelican to the vigil set for her.

Following the presentation of the riders competing to be Æthelmearc Equestrian Champions:

Their Majesties, knowing well the effort put into competitions like the one about to commence by the horses as well as the riders, They inducted Finn, Mira, Mouse and Rex into the Sylvan Steeds.

In the evening:

Their Majesties invited all th10403512_10153085414448160_5194573791960375543_ne children present to follow Lady Alethea Cowle to the back of Court, where there were treat bags that they might amuse themselves through the business of Court.

Her Excellency Alicia Langland, Chancellor of the Æthelmearc Æcademy, along with Their Excellencies Fridrikr Tomasson and Orianna Fridrikskona, Kingdom Arts and Sciences Ministers , asked for time in Their Majesties’ Court to thank all those who attended and taught at the event. Mistress Alicia then further spoke of one who had taught at Æcademies for decades, and thus duly impressed with his dedication to the education of the Kingdom, named Baron Will Langdon of Greymorne as a Fellow of the Æcademy.

The equestrians of the Kingdom came into Court to witness Shishido-nagon Tora Gozen accept Lady Maeve ni Suirtain as her equerry.

While Lady Maeve was in Court, Their Majesties recognized her for being a backbone of the equestrian community as well as a liaison for newcomers, and so named her a Companion of the Golden Alce. Scroll by Countess Aidan ni Leir.

Lady Maeve is inducted into the Golden Alce. Photo by Mikus Magellus.

Lady Maeve is inducted into the Golden Alce. Photo by Mikus Magellus.

While the other equestrians were in Court, Their Majesties invited Mistress Ysabeau 11692782_10153085420643160_7014067754164508660_nTiercelin to attend them, and for her devotion to the Æthelmearc Gazette and the Kingdom, created her a Baroness of the Court. Copper scroll etched by Baroness Ekaterina Volkova. Coronet created by Lord Magnus de Lyons, Coronet box by Lord Rhiannon Elandris.

THL Meadhbh inghean ui Bhaoghaill, the King’s Equestrian Champion, was brought forth to announce her successor. She took a moment to thank all those who had contributed to the equestrian community in Æthelmearc, then announced that Shishido-nagon Tora Gozen had emerged as the victor, and she was named King’s Equestrian Champion, invested with the regalia of her station and invited to join Their Majesties’ Court.

Lord Rhiannon Elandris, the Queen’s Equestrian Champion, was brought forth to announce that his replacement, as well, had been chosen that day. THL Morien MacBain was then named the Queen’s Equestrian Champion, invested with the regalia of his station and invited to join Their Majesties’ Court.11694994_10153085416778160_5439375165561212823_n

Lord Alrekr Bergsson, who had marshaled the day’s archery shoot, came forth and announced that Maestro Jacopo di Niccolo had outshot all the others and won the day. Maestro Jacopo, however, offered the prize for the competition to Linette of Arindale, who had been the only youth to compete against the adults in the competition.

Broddr Refsson presented Their Majesties with a piece of art he had created commemorating Æthelmearc’s alliances in the upcoming Pennsic War.

Lady Adeliz Argenti was inducted into the Order of the Keystone for her many years of service to the Kingdom, including serving in kitchens as well as providing assistance to the marshals and ministers of the lists. Scroll by Countess Aidan ni Leir.

Lady Adeliz receives her Keystone. Photo by Mikus Magellus.

Lady Adeliz receives her Keystone. Photo by Mikus Magellus.

Baron Meszaros Janos was created a Companion of the Fleur d’Æthelmearc for his research into period cooking, and his development of the Food Lab, which is a traveling kitchen that allows period cooking under almost any circumstances. Scroll in progress illuminated by Lady Isabel Fleuretan to be calligraphed by Kameshima-kyō Zentarō Umakai.

Baron Janos receives a Fleur d'AEthelmearc. Photo by Mikus Magellus.

Baron Janos receives a Fleur d’AEthelmearc. Photo by Mikus Magellus.

Sir Steffan Ulfkellson came forth to announce the winners of the day’s tournaments: Baron Vladisla Nikulich was the victor in the Atlantian speed tournament, and His Majesty was the victor in the Warlord tournament.

Baron William receives a Gage. Photo by Mistress Arianna of Wynthrope.

Baron William receives a Gage. Photo by Mistress Arianna of Wynthrope.

Sir Steffan then also announced the gentles present who had qualified to be chosen for the Allied Champions’ Heavy Weapons Battle at Pennsic. He then announced Baron Vladisla Nikulich, THL Jussi Laplein, THL Ian Kennoven, THL Bluestar, and Baron William Freskyn Murray. Their Majesties bade Sir Steffan hold a moment, for They had business with Baron William, who was the only fighter announced who was not in the Order of the Gage. They then inducted Baron William into that Order for his prowess in heavy weapons, as well as his marshaling and teaching of those skills to others. Scroll illuminated by Baroness Anastasie de l’Amoure and calligraphed by Kameshima-kyō Zentarō Umakai upon wording by Baroness Alex.

Their business being finished, Sir Steffan then announced the other fighters present who had qualified, namely, THL Morien MacBain, Baron Friderich Swartzwalder, Lord Markus Skalpr Grimsson and Steffan (Guilford) Einarson.11541929_10153085419923160_5337435277874944794_n

Their Majesties then called for THL Zoe Akropolitina and the Companions of the Order of the Pelican. Zoe confirmed that she had received counsel from the Companions and others present at the day’s event, and she was prepared to receive elevation to that Order. Duchess Tessa the Huntress praised Zoe’s devotion to training and recruiting for both combat archery and youth combat, two pursuits that were near and dear to Her Grace when she was Queen. Sir Alonzio of the Peacemakers recalled his days as Baron of the Debatable Lands, when Zoe decided that the Baronial encampment at Pennsic needed walls and towers, and arrived with all the materials and “just made it happen.”

11542108_10153085419523160_3136017860360436114_nDuchess Dorinda Courtenay, Æthelmearc’s Principal of the Order of Defense, while musing about the current arguments about what the purview of the Order of Defense in Peerage ceremonies would come to be, spoke to Zoe’s defense of the Kingdom, for she has not only taught both adults and youth how to defend Æthelmearc, but even more importantly, has taught others how to teach still others effectively. Mistress Fredeburg von Katzenellenbogen of the Order of the Laurel praised Zoe’s skill in crafting, specifically, in crafting joy and inclusion, that any who wish to be part of our Society will feel welcome and knowledgeable.

Sir Sextus Plinius Callidus of the Order of the Pelican and former Society Marshal for Youth Combat testified to the countless hours that Zoe devoted to youth combat, both in Æthelmearc and at Pennsic War, and called her an angel of life and death. Being moved by the testimony of these Peers of the Realm, Their Majesties named Zoe to the Order of the Pelican, granted her Arms by Letters Patent, and presented her with the ancestral Pelican medallion of Æthelmearc, a personal medallion, and a cloak bearing the badge of the Order. Mistress Zoe Akropolitina then presented her Oath of service to the Crown. Scroll by progress by Mistress Liadhain ni Chleirigh na Coille.

His Majesty announced that Duchess Dorinda Courtenay, Countess Elena d’Artois, Sir Kadan Chakhilghan, Mistress Fredeburg von Katzenellenbogen and Don Clewin Kupferhelbelinc had qualified to be chosen for the Allied Champions’ Fencing Battle at Pennsic. He then asked Mistress Euriol of Lothian to announce that THL Kieran MacRae and Lady Sumayya al Ghaziyah had qualified to be chosen for the Allied Champions’ Arts & Sciences Competition at Pennsic.

Those who had donated time and effort towards the scrolls given out that day were invited to stand forth and be recognized.

Her Majesty recognized Lady Rowena MacCara for her generosity in allowing so many others to ride on her horse Mira and her diligence in assisting with the cleanup of the equestrian site, and Mira for being so amenable to the day’s activities, as Her inspirations for the day.

Lady Rowena MacCara. Photo by Mistress Arianna of Wynthrope.

Lady Rowena MacCara. Photo by Mistress Arianna of Wynthrope.

There being no further business, Their Majesties’ Court was closed.

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Æthelmearc Æcademy and War College plus Equestrian Champions’ Tourney

27 Saturday Jun 2015

Posted by aethgazette in Arts & Sciences, Equestrian, Heavy List, Music, SCA History, Scribal, Youth Activities, Youth combat

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Academy, Army muster, Æcademy, Dance, Stormsport, War College

For this session, we promised classes that are icky, sticky, smelly, noisy, and messy. And boy, will we deliver!

This event combines 3 events: Stormsport’s Annual Army Muster, Their Majesties’ Equestrian Championship Tournament, and the Æthelmearc Æcademy and War College. It is sure to offer something for everyone!

In addition to the heavy fighting, archery, fencing, thrown weapons, youth combat, and equestrian activities, there will be classes a-plenty!

Not even Pennsic can boast such a wide variety as we will provide: hands-on classes, history classes, music and dance classes, martial and equestrian classes …. Who could ask for more?

Check out the class descriptions here.

Then mark your calendar for Saturday, July 4th, and we’ll see you at the Albion Borough Park /Fairgrounds in Albion, PA! For additional event details, please visit the event’s website.

War College/Martial

  • Atlatl Practicum ( THL Anlaith ingen Trena )
  • Basics of the Japanese Sword ( Lord Alessandro Devereaux )
  • German Sword and Buckler ( Mistress Fredeburg von Katzenellenbogen )
  • Meisterhau in Practical Use ( Don Donnan MacDubhsidhe )
  • Morning Heavy Instruction Muster ( Baron Liam MacantSaoir )
  • Rapier Combat Body Mechanics ( Master Diego Miguel Munoz de Castilla )

Equestrian

  • Fashion Parade — A Trip through the History of Horse Barding ( Lady Maeve Ni Siurtain)
  • Groundcrewing at Equestrian Events ( Lady Aaliz de Gant )
  • Heraldry for Horses ( THL Meadhbh Inghean Ui Bhaoighill )
  • Riding to the Obstacle — A Practical Training Session for Equestrian Activities. ( Mistress Shishido Tora, called Gozen )

Demonstration/Hands-on

  • Beginning Pewter – Cold and Hot Pewter Look the Same (Lady Edana the Red)
  • Chests, Boxes, Straps and Locks ( Baron Langdon of Greymorne )
  • Inlaid Floor Tiles ( Lord Ian Campbell of Glen Mor )
  • Introduction to Green Woodworking ( Master Gille MacDhnouill )
  • Paternosters, Rosaries and Payres of Beades ( Mistress Aidan ni Leir )
  • Roman Food and Dining: A Roman Picnic ( Lady Ottilige von Rappoltsweiler )
  • Teaching in the SCA ( Mistress Alicia Langland )
  • Viking Age Women’s Beads ( Mistress Aidan ni Leir )

History

  • Everybody Dies ( THL Beatrice de Winter )
  • Hangmen, Headsmen, and Other Fun Ways to Die ( THL Beatrice de Winter )
  • How to Look Like You Have Stepped Out of a Renaissance Painting (Baroness Oddkatla Jonsdottir )
  • Islamic Science ( Master Gille MacDhnouill )
  • Period Card Games: Losing Loadem ( Lady Margaret of Enniscorthy )

Music & Dance

  • European Dance in the 15th and 16th Centuries — An Introduction ( THL sionn, the lost )
  • European Dance in the 15th and 16th Centuries — Intermediate Dances ( THL sionn, the lost )
  • Hammered Dulcimer ( Lady Brigette de Sainte Mere-Eglise )
  • Loud Band – Shawm and Rauschpiefe ( Master Remus Fletcher )
  • Pennsic Choir Sneak Peek ( Mistress Arianna of Wynthrope )
  • The Cornett and the Serpent: Renaissance Brass? ( Master Remus Fletcher )

Scribal

  • Baby Steps for Beginner Illumination ( Lady Edana the Red )
  • Developing a Flourished Hand by Bocskay ( THL Kieran MacRae )
  • Fixing Mistakes on Scrolls ( Mistress Arianna of Wynthrope )
  • Painting White Flowers ( Mistress Antoinette de la Croix )
  • Scribal Arts: Shading/Drapery ( Mistress Antoinette de la Croix )
Photo by Kathleen Haag

Photo by Kathleen Haag

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Feast for the Bears

13 Friday Feb 2015

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Feast of the Bears, Stormsport

Feast for the Bears
February 28th, Shire of Stormsport
(Union City, PA)

img4949It has been a long, cold Winter. As the Bear wakes from his slumber, it is now time to shake off the Winter sleep, and begin to prepare for the coming fighting season. Once again, the Shire of Stormsport invites all to attend the Feast of the Bears on February 28th. There will be plenty of heavy fighting with a double elimination tourney running right into our traditional bear pit. There will be room for fencing throughout the day for those who prefer the rapier arts. In addition, we will be providing some space for our youth fighters to come and test their skills. The Fighting will begin at noon.

The site is St. Teresa’s Catholic Church, 9 Third Avenue, Union City, PA 16438, open from 9am to 8pm. The site is wet, but no open flames, please. Your autocrat for the day is Vladisla Nikulich (Matthew Granger, 419 Stafford ave, Erie PA 16508, mgranger1@gmail.com, 814-455-2486). Teachers and Merchants are welcome to contact the autocrat for space.

In an effort to foster youth and family involvement in the Society, we are hosting a Kids Kitchen at Bears Event. Our head cooks from Stormsport are Lady Evelyn (age 10), Lady Katherine (age 8), and Lady Alva (age 10), with guest cook, TH Lady Alethea Cowle (age 12). Children ages 4+ and their parent/guardian are invited to help us prepare the sideboard for the day. We will have kitchen prep jobs for all ability levels, with lessons on food safety and basic cooking techniques, all supervised by Ottilige von Rappoltsweiler. Questions and dietary concerns can be directed to her at ottilige@rocketmail.com

Site fees for the event are $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children ages 5-12, and children under 5 are free. Students with a valid id are $5.00. This includes a sideboard lunch. An additional $5.00 non-member surcharge will be collected at the door. Please send reservations to Ciar ingen ui Chrotaig (Char Smith, 1007 W. Grandview Blvd, Erie PA 16509,charsmith@verizon.net). Please make checks payable to SCA-PA, Inc. Shire of Stormsport.

DIRECTIONS: From North: Take your best route to I-90 West and take Exit 41 in North East, PA. Turn left onto Route 89 South. After about 13 miles, PA-89 S joins with Route 8. Continue following Route 8 for another 8 miles into Union City. At the first traffic light, turn right onto West High Street. Follow this for two blocks, then turn right onto 2nd Ave. After one block, turn left.

> From the South & West: Take your best route to I-79 North and take Exit 166 for Edinboro, PA. Turn right onto US Route 6N, which becomes US Route 6. Follow this until it intersects with PA Route 8 (approximately 19 miles). Turn left onto PA-8. Go through two stop lights, and at the third light turn left onto West High Street. Follow this for two blocks, and then turn right onto 2nd Ave. After one block, turn left.

> From the East: Take your best route to Route 6 and go west. Follow until you reach the intersection with Route 8 in Union City. Go straight though the stop light, onto West High Street. Follow this for two blocks, and then turn right onto 2nd Ave. After one block, turn left.

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