Based on The Tale of Gamelyn by an anonymous author, c. 1350 (rhyming couplets
with iambic pentameter) and Ayenbite of Inwyt, c.1340, translated from the
French by Dan Michael of Northgate.
The Tale of Gamelyn
online:
This work also draws
upon Ealdormerean mythology from such tales as “The Doom of Ealdormere” by
Aedan o Kincora and “The Great Wolves of Ealdormere” by Colyne Stewart.
Credits: Written
by THLaird Colyne Stewart (mka Todd Fischer)
Photos by THL
Eirik Andersen (mka Kyle Andrews) and
THL Alexander Gladstone (mka Alex Sears)
CONTENTS
Le Roman d’Arrochar
– page 4
Appendices:
Royal Household
– page
10
The Progress of King
Nigel II and Queen Adrielle II –
page 13
Events of Import – page 14
Whims and Preferences
– page 33
Le Roman d’Arrochar
The Prologue
Almighty lady Ealdormere gave ten behests in the customs of
the northlanders, that the Old Wolf received etched into stone, that were
engraved by Ealdormere’s spear. And the Old Wolf, after its burial, commanded
in its story to each northlander that would live well should keep and observe
them.
This book is written for Ealdormereans that they may know
how they shall strive to improve themselves. This book is the work of the
honourable laird Colyne Stewart, written in English in his own hand, that's
called: Le Roman d’Arrochar.
The First Behest
To be courageous, as Gar, First of the Great Wolves, who
died battling the Southron Dragon on the Plain of Lythredd.
The Second Behest
To be compassionate, as Weyra, Second of the Great Wolves,
who was also slain by the Dragon’s hunters.
The Third Behest
To be a leader, as Clave, human son of the Wolves, who was
strong of arm and full of righteousness.
The Fourth Behest
To love their people, as Bisret, human daughter of the
Wolves, whose love united the northern bands.
The Fifth Behest
To be strong and wise, as the Bear of Septentria.
The Sixth Behest
To be fleet of foot, as the Hare of the Skrael.
The Seventh Behest
To be determined, as the Ram of Ramshaven.
The Eighth Behest
To be fertile and foster the growth of the kingdom, as the
Boar of Ben Dunfirth.
The Ninth Behest
To be hospitable, as the Chalice of Rising Waters.
The Tenth Behest
To stand against all challenges, and always strive to
improve yourself, as did Lady Ealdormere before she was placed among the stars.
Let it be known that all of these behests are known and kept
by the principals of the Earldom of Arrochar, Their Lupine Majesties, King
Nigel II and Queen Adrielle II, as the following verse will illustrate.
The Main Text
Fytte One
Hark ye and listen and harken aright,
And ye shall hear talk of a valiant knight.
Sir Nigel MacFarlane was his right name,
He was of high breeding in our bright game.
Bear Claw, Iren Fera, serjeant of the Red,
Seventy-fifth Axe Hero, nobleman bred.
His wife was a lady of beauty and grace,
Handy with needle and deadly with mace.
Adrielle was his love and his inspiration,
Who drove him to feats of commendation.
To honour his wife, Nigel fought for the Crown,
To make her the queen, and win her renown.
With his spear he fought foes, like the Saint George,
On the anvil of virtue, the tourney the forge.
With Ascalon in hand he faced Sir Mordain,
They fought in the heat and they fought in the rain.
Pass after pass, their weapons flashed bright,
‘Til finally Mordain fell to our knight.
With steady hand and regal voice Nigel lay
The Crown of the Kingdom on Adrielle fey.
As Prince and the Princess they went near and far,
Many wars did they fight in, many foes did they scar.
In the heat down in Lillies, and in Pennsic mud,
At the sieging of Harlech, they showed Their blue blood.
They led troops in battle, they rang out in song,
They encouraged the artisans and made the land strong.
‘Til finally the day came in Harrowgate Heath,
When Trumbrand and Kaylah lay down Their wreath,
And gave the Crown back to the hands of the people,
As Nigel stepped forth from the shade of a steeple.
Preceded by squires, he stepped to the thrones,
With bold words courageous as ever he’d shown
The Prince claimed the Crown, by strength of his arm,
By his skill with the spear, his words full of charm.
Great folk of the court backed up his claim,
And he put on the Crown to sounds of acclaim.
On Adrielle’s brow he likewise did place
A Crown of the North on true northland grace.
With Inland
Seas water the Lawspeaker
blessed them,
On relics of days past They swore to condemn
Any who would prey on the northlander flock,
While Nigel’s eyes flared like those of a hawk.
The day then was spent in much celebration,
With a passage of arms, songs, and elation.
Folk from the Eastrealm had come for the day,
As well as the Mid and Æthelmearc way.
They took home tales of virtue and glory,
And told others Their Majesties’ story.
Now to secure the kingdom They needed
To find an Heir who would not be impeded
From claiming the Crown, should that day arrive
When King and Queen no longer thrived.
A tourney was held, and like father like son,
With a spear the title of Prince was won.
Sir Siegfried, for Ragni, stood against all,
And made himself Prince in far shire hall.
Fytte Two
Sit up and harken, and hold your tongue,
And you will hear a tale of Arrochar the young.
Then was a tournament announced nearby
And Nigel was determined to go out and vie.
He readied his steed and set out from his manor
From his lance fluttered his ermine banner.
To Æthelmearc he took to the road,
At the great Pennsic War he set up his abode.
Within his camp he crossed angry words,
With Vitus, who thought his tent was absurd.
Their argument woke half of their camp,
Including Adrielle who came out with a stamp.
Her fiery temper they had incurred,
But Nigel had feelings of love all a’stirred.
This loud northern thistle with flaming hair,
Made his heart flutter, his rib cage tear.
With pale face he knew their futures were one,
From that moment on all others he shunned.
That day forward a great love was born,
To each other forever our heroes were sworn.
Two kingdoms united within their embrace,
Two lands enriched due to their grace.
Fytte Three
Now sit up and listen, both young and old,
And you will hear tales of Adrielle bold.
She came from a land called Petrea Thule,
Where she was called a northern jewel.
Strong as a chain, known for her ire
And her penchant for breathing fire.
Sly as the fox that adorned her arms,
Many a foe fell to her charms
At the game of Tablero, beat every churl,
While calmly exclaiming, “I’m just a girl.”
Skilled at equestrian arts and at sewing,
On many a subject she seemed to be knowing.
She fought in the line, and defended her land,
Much service was done by her gentle hand.
She was once Septentria’s baroness,
Whose term left few if any regrets.
At Society level she also excelled,
Many a disaster she quickly quelled.
So in Ardchreag, the Crown showed her favour,
Inducting her into the Pelican’s order.
The following year, in the same place,
A Laurel
upon her red brow was placed.
No danger shall ever exist in our lands,
As long as with us this fine lady stands.
Fytte Four
Harken once more, ‘fore I take to my rest,
And know that Their Majesties keep each behest.
The first, to be courageous, they are every day,
Standing for the weak, and fighting in the fray.
Both of them are caring folk who tend the winter vine,
They care about our feelings, including mine and thine.
They lead both by example, on and off the field,
When doing what they know is right, they will never yield.
To show they love the people of our northern land,
Cups they gave to newcomers, gifts from the royal hand.
Their mighty strength is in conviction shown,
Their Athenan wisdom is by all well known.
They travel far about the world so fair,
Their pilgrim’s feet a tribute to the Hare.
When faced by challenge they back down not,
But persevere as true heroes aught.
They both with kind word, gift or earned reward,
Increase their Court with gentles, lady and lord.
Their home and camp they opened wide for all
To visit with Them round fire pit or inside hall.
No matter the obstacles placed in Their way,
They never back down from a virtuous fray.
All ten behests then, They keep every one,
And saying so, this Romance is then done.
Postscript
Let it be known that this work was fulfilled on the day of
the feast of the Saint Cecilia, by a brother of the cloister of Saint Etienne,
in the Year of our Society 48.
APPENDICES
Royal Household
His Royal Majesty
Nigel MacFarlane, KSCA
Armourial
Ermines, on a pale
embattled gules two towers argent
Persona – 14th Century Scottish Knight
Nigel MacFarlane is a Knight of the Scottish Highlands born
in the early years of the 14th century. Born on the shores of Loch Long, he has
traveled far and wide in search of Deeds of Arms. He has fought in the Scottish
Wars of Independence under the banner of his King, Robert the Bruce. In his
travels he met and married an English Lady, Adrielle Kerrec. They live together
in Scotland.
Motto
Aut Omnia Periclitaris
Aut Nihil Lucaris — Risk Everything or Gain Nothing
Her Royal Majesty
Adrielle Kerrec, OP OL
Armourial
Lozengy pur pure and
argent, a fox rampant sable pizzled azure and on a chief argent two compass
stars sable
Persona – 14th Century English Lady
Adrielle Kerrec is a baroness in her own right and inherited
her first husband’s estates after his death on crusade. Having her own lands
and income permitted her to travel. She met and married a Scottish Knight Nigel
MacFarlane and they live in Scotland.
She is an outspoken lady who does not hesitate to defend family and friends by
her husband’s side.
Motto
Fidelus ad Fineum
— Faithful to the Finish
Chamberlain
Lady Mahhild de Valognes
What is a
Chamberlain?
This is the manager of the Royal Household primarily
responsible for pre–event communications and coordination with Event
Stewards/Autocrats and Royalty Liaison. This is the person who co–ordinates
schedules and sends RSVP to the Event Stewards of each event that TRM will
attend. Included in their letter to event staff will usually be a request to be
put in contact with any Royal Liaison, if there is one. The letter also asks if
there is a theme to the event and any contests or competitions planned for the
day or any special requests for their time during the event as well as setting
out TRM schedule and planned meetings for the day. There is a brief mention of
likes and dislikes, food allergies, and so on of TRM. The Chamberlain also
sends regrets to any invitations TRM will not be able to attend. If possible
the Chamberlain will alert the event staff as to the approximate arrival time
of TRM.
Chancellor
Baroness Mahault of Swynford
What is a Chancellor?
This is the person who assists TRM at events and who is in
responsible for arranging and coordinating retainers and coordinating
on–site/at event matters. They have many responsibilities some of which
include, but are not limited to, making sure TRM have the day's schedule, the
royalty room/space and accessories are set up, They arrive on time (if possible)
to Their appointed engagements, make any necessary appointments and changes to
Their schedule, ensure that the thrones are in place for court and make sure
that Their day runs as smoothly as possible.
The Chancellor also handles making sure Their feast gear is
taken care of before and after the meal, makes sure there is plenty of help if
needed in packing up at the end of the event. The Chancellor takes care of any
gifts to TRM and make sure they are noted so the appropriate responses can be
made. Often times, these duties can be delegated to trusted, capable
individuals, freeing up the Chancellor to personally attend to TRM needs.
King's Champion
Mistess Ælfwyn Langanwuda
Queen's Champion
Lord Rorik
Rapier Champion
The Honourable Lady Jocelyn Roget de Cranewell
Royal Bard
Lady Ailis
Ladies in Waiting
Baroness Wencenedl of Rokesburg
The Honourable Lady Þorfinna gráfeldr
Lady Pesha
Men at Arms
Baron Berend van der Eych
Baron Kolbjorn Skatkaupandi
The Honourable Laird Colyne Stewart
The Progress of
King Nigel II and Queen Adrielle II
As Their Highnesses Ealdormere:
May 18, 2013 Crown
Tournament Barony
of Ben Dunfirth
June 1 Pikeman’s Pleasure Canton of Petrea
Thule
June 8-15 Lilies
War Kingdom of Calontir
June 21-23 Baron
Wars Middle
Kingdom
June 28-July 1 War
of the Trillium Canton of Ardchreag
July 20 Pennsic
War Set-Up Kingdom of Æthelmearc
July 27-Aug 3 Pennsic
War Kingdom
of Æthelmearc
Aug 21 Siege
of Harlech III Kingdom of Æthelmearc
Sep 7 Icelandic
Althing Canton of Eoforwic
Sep 21 Rose
Tourney Middle
Kingdom
As Their Majesties Ealdormere:
Sep 28 Coronation Canton of Harrowgate Heath
Oct 5 Coronation
of Cellach and Vukasin Middle Kingdom
Oct 19 Border
Spat Barony
of l’Ile du Dragon
Dormant, East
Kingdom
Oct 26 Crown
Tournament Shire
of March of St. Martins
Nov 2 Feast
of the Hare Barony
of Skraeling Althing
Nov 16 Kingdom
A&S Tourney Canton of Ardchreag
Nov 30 Wassail Canton of Bryniau Tywynnog
Jan 4 11th
Night Canton of Vest Yorvik
Dec 7 Christmas
Tourney Middle
Kingdom
Jan 11, 2014 Twelfth
Night Barony
of Rising Waters
Jan 18 Tournoi
du Coeur de Glace Shire of
Bastille du Lac
Jan 25 Market
Day at Birka Barony
of Stonemarche, East
Feb 1 Step
Spritely Canton of Vest Yorvik
Feb 8 Candlemas
(His Majesty) Middle
Kingdom
Feb 8 Game
of Queens (Her Majesty) Canton of Caer Draeth
Feb 22 Practicum Canton of Caldrithig
Mar 1 Winter
War Shire
of Trinovantia Nova
Mar 9-16 Gulf Wars Kingdom of Gleann Abhann
Mar 29 Spring
A&S Barony
of Ben Dunfirth
Apr 26 Coronation Barony
of Rising Waters
Events of
Import
Crown Tournament, Barony of Ben Dunfirth, May 18,
2013
Nigel wins Crown Tournament
in the Barony of Ben Dunfirth, making himself and Adrielle the Heirs of
Ealdormere for the second time. He defeated Sir Mordain Blackcloak, winning the
tournament with a six-foot spear.
War of the Trillium, Canton of Ardchreag, June 28-July 1
Þorfinna is apprenticed to Adrielle at War of the Trillium in the Canton of Ardchreag.
Adrielle’s team (consisting
of THL Jocelyn, Mistress Ælfwynn and Lord Constantine) wins the Rose Tourney at
War of the Trillium in the Canton of Ardchreag.
Icelandic Althing, Canton of Eoforwic, Sep 7
At the Icelandic Althing in
the Royal Citie of Eoforwic, Adrielle takes Colyne as her sixth apprentice.
Coronation, Canton
of Harrowgate Heath, Sep 28
In the Canton of Harrowgate
Heath, Nigel II and Adrielle II are crowned as King and Queen of Ealdormere. As
part of Their coronation, Nigel sent out the following proclamation:
A Coronation Passage of Armes of Nigel and Adrielle
Unto all those of Chivalric
demeanor and Noble bearing who seek renown and wordfame and who revel in the
joy of chivalric combat, of whatever estate, title or degree, be they gentle,
high and noble or base, common and popular, does Nigel, Prince of Ealdormere,
send greetings.
In the name of Divine Inspiration,
to exalt the name of my wife Adrielle, Princess of Ealdormere, on the day of
Our Coronation, We shall offer combat on the field, a plaissance, with sword
and shield, sword and buckler, longsword, and polearm , lance, axe, sword and
dagger or lesser weapons of such length as any who wishes to have may challenge
Us.
We shall take to the field, armed
and armoured within the lists, and shall gather gentles of good cote armour to
stand at Our side so that any that wish to see the love that We have for my
Lady may challenge Us. As was the manner of our ancestors, with the gathered
tenans We shall seek to advance the name of Our Queen. We shall meet all
challengers, each armed in such harness as pleases him, that wish to strive
with honorable weapons.
ITEM: This deed shall take place on
the twenty-eighth day of September, in the Canton of Harrowgate Heath, on the
feast day of St. Wenceslas and the eve of Michaelmas, the hour after We ascend
the Lupine Thrones.
ITEM: All combatants shall be armed
with the accustomed armour for combating in list.
ITEM: All Challengers shall enjoy
the choice of weapons and terms of combat be it counted blows or the convention
of acting out blows in single combat or melee. Should any person be unprovided
with appropriate weapons, We will furnish them with the same, similar to Our
own or to those of Our companions.
ITEM: During any passes done under
the terms of counted blows, should any combatant touch the ground with his hand
or knees, he shall be burdened with the task of presenting his adversary with a
ransom of whatever value or nature he please. That ransom may be anything that
the combatant decides is befitting of the encounter.
ITEM: That We shall meet not less
than thirty-one challenges brought forth as to commemorate this 31st reign of
the Royal Household of Ealdormere.
We beseech all princes, barons,
knights, and esquires, not to construe this Our intention as proceeding from
any presumption on Our part for Our sole motive is to exalt the name of the
Queen and also to make acquaintance by arms with such renowned and valiant princes,
nobles and any others as may be pleased to honour Us with their company.
Let no prince, baron, knight,
esquire or any puissant combatants pass within a quarter of a league of the
spot assigned for these combats without entering the lists and taking part, or
otherwise leaving as pledges his sword or spurs, according, to his pleasure.
And by virtue of the noble pardon
of arms, surety will be given to all foreign worthies who wish to come to the
said festival by virtue of the truce granted during this high feast without any
hindrance being given to them. And concerning that matter, all who wish, shall
have safe conduct from the King our sovereign lord.
To which I set my hand and seal,
Nigel
Prince of Ealdormere
The Challenge having been issued,
the Passage of Armes is prepared.
Ready your weapons and don war–like harness as well as your fairest raiments.
Call forth your households and arrange for the journey leaving behind only
those necessary to ensure the safety and well being of your estates.
A valiant host of Tenans and Venans
shall assemble as have rarely gathered before and when they take up arms for
this noble cause such glorious deeds may never again be seen from this day till
the world shall end.
And in the years to come, when our descendants speak of this day take care that
you too can say "I was there and I remember."
After Coronation, Nigel sent this missive:
Be it known that on the day of Our
Coronation, this passage of arms did occur and 6 people held the field with me
against all comers and all challenges were met.
These people did my wife, Her Royal Majesty Adrielle, great honour in exalting
Her name:
His Royal Majesty Midrealm Cellach,
His Excellency Yngvar the Dismal,
Lord Heddin, Tenan of the Couter of Chivalry,
Lord Gebhard Rauten, esq.,
Mistress AElfwyn Langanwuda, My Champion, and,
Lord Rurik, Her Majesty's Champion.
We ended this endeavour by meeting
all that would don harness in a grand melee. We face a group of twenty nobles
that would help us end the day memorably.
The following awards were given that day:
King's Champion - Mistress Aelfwyn
Queen's Champion - Lord Rorik
Rapier Champion - TH Lady Jocelyn
Jane Caldwell - AoA
Neela- AoA
Dafydd ap Alun- Maiden's Heart
Gerhard of Caldrithig - Orion
Eluned verch Angor - Crucible
Trumbrand and Kayla – Duchy
Crown Tournament, Shire of March of St. Martins, Oct
26
In regards to Their crown tournament, Nigel and Adrielle
sent the following missive:
To the Populace of Ealdormere do
We, Nigel and Adrielle – Rex & Regina, send greetings and give you tidings
of Our Crown Tourney to be held on the 26th Day of October in the March of St.
Martin. Listed below are those who would place themselves on the anvil of
virtue and vie for the privilege of naming their consort as Heir to the Lupine
Throne:
Master Brand Thorwaldsen for
Duchess Jocea Valente
THL Guillaume le Breton for
Countess Jolecia of Litchfield
Sir Siegfried Brandboern for
Mistress Ragni Dzintara
Mistress Aelfwyn Longwood for Lord
Evan Quicktongue
Master Berend Vandereyke for
Baroness Mahault of Swynford
Baron Tiberius of Warickshire for
Baroness Anne Tinker
Baron Kolbjorn Skattkaupandi for
Baroness Wencenedl of Rokesburg
TH Lord Bjarn Aaronson for Lady
Orlaith inghen Cinada meic Brianin
Lord Fulk Beauxarmes for TH Lady
Urraca de la Mar
Lord Ameilus Claudius Rattanicus
for Lady Isabel Atwyll
Lord Laurenze Tonnemacher for Lady
Ilsebet Amy Cooper
Nigel and Adrielle
Rex et Regina
Ealdormere
Finals of the round robin were Siegfried, AElwyn, Tiberius
and Guillaume.
Finals were Siegfried and Guillaume, with Siegfried emerging
victorious. As Nigel, Siegfried won crown tournament with a spear. Afterwards,
Siegfried had this to say:
“A man would be a liar to say he does not do this at least
in part for himself but I have been given a great gift this day, for there is a
man I respect above all others [Duke Sir Finnvarr de Taahe] and through
circumstance he did not have the ability to place this [the heir’s coronet]
upon this lady’s head. I do this today not just for this lady but for this lady
and this man. Thank you so much.”
After the event, Nigel and Adrielle sent the following
missive:
Thank you to the Shire of St.
Martin for hosting Our Crown Tournament. We were exceptionally happy with the
turn out for the day. The combatants fought valiantly and chivalrously for
their inspirations and we were humbled by those who chose to participate in Our
Crown. Congratulations to Our Heirs, Prince Siegfried and Princess Ragni -
WASSAIL. We would thank also friends from near and far, including those from
the Mid and the East who travelled to share the day with Us all. We cherish
your friendships more than you know. A special thanks to Sir Evander and the
List team lead by Baroness Liadin for running such an efficient tourney. The
tourney board that Baroness Liadin created was fantastic.
Thank you Ealdormere - you are
incredible
Nigel and Adrielle
Rex et Regina
Ealdormere
The following awards were given this day:
PRINCE AND PRINCESS - Sir Siegfried Brandboern and Mistress Ragni Dzintara of
Amberhall
MAIDEN'S HEART - Marrin von Waldburg
SCARLET BANNER - Zarek Guey
SCARLET BANNER - Yamagata Tokifune
SCARLET BANNER - Brennen Suibhne
SCARLET BANNER - Louis Etienne
Her Grace Rylyn passed the Ducal coronet to Her Grace Kaylah that has been passed
on to each new Duchess in Ealdormere
PRIZES from the Autocrats for various activities - This was not done in Court
as We had asked that it be done during Feast. However We give Our apologies in
this respect as we did not realize that most recipients did not stay for feast.
Please contact the autocrat to make arrangements to receive your prizes if you
have not already done so.
COMBAT - THL Guillaume le Breton for Countess Jolecia of Litchfield
A&S - THL Asa Gormansdottir (amazing outfit she was wearing)
THROWN WEAPONS - Lord Brennen Suibhne
RAPIER - Lord Tadic of Trinovantia Nova
Feast of the Hare, Barony of Skraeling Althing, Nov 2
This Feast of the Hare was also the investiture of Shahid
and Catherine as TE Skraeling Althing. At the event there was a spear
tournament, which was won by HE Angus, Baron of Dragon Dormant. Michael of
Eastbrook won the Baronial Champion Tournament; Shahid and Catherine named his
as their champion during their court. Also, Godfroi of Bastille du Lac won the
Novice Tournament.
After the event, Their Majesties sent this missive:
Yesterday was wonderful, thank you
to the event staff at Feast of the Hare and all your hard work to make the day
such a success. It was Our joy and honour to invest Shahid and Catherine as Baron
and Baroness of Skraeling Althing and also to TE Giovanni and Lucia for their
dedication and devotion to the Barony during their tenure. We were also
privileged to bestow the following awards
AOA - Lucie Peltiere
AOA - Konstantin
AOA - Tristan of Caldrithig
MAIDEN'S HEART- Eleanor du Grismontes
MAIDEN'S HEART - Duncan MacLeod
ORION - Kersteken Janzdochtere
ORION- Gina Dragoni
ORION- Lady Kaðlín of Harrowgate Heath
SCARLET BANNER - Lord Cennèdig of Flichesburg
CRUCIBLE - Alais de Poitiers
COURT BARONACIES - Lucia de Enzinas and Giovanni de Enzinas
BARONIAL INVESTITURE - Shahid al-Hasan and Catherine Townson
Kingdom A&S Tourney, Barony of Septentria, Nov 16
During their reign, Adrielle expressed a desire to split the
Kingdom A&S Tourney into two separate events. She proposed moving the
Kingdom Pentahalon to a Spring A&S Faire, while the Fall (which had
traditionally hosted Pent) would instead play host to the Queen’s Prize Tourney
(QPT). Adrielle explained QPT thusly:
Queen's Prize Tourney
The competition is geared toward
getting people involved in the arts, and is restricted to Novice Artisans -
specifically those who have an AOA arts award or less. The idea is to provide
some mentorship for newer artisans by the Crucible and Laurels. The entrants
get some feedback and have the opportunity to meet others who do similar stuff.
If someone wants to enter, they
find a sponsor - someone who has a Crucible or equivalent or a Laurel. The hope is that the Crucibles and
Laurels would make it known they want to sponsor folks. The sponsor acts like a
mentor, and helps prepare the person and answer questions about documentation,
is there to bounce ideas off of... that sort of thing.
The entry would not have to be 100%
completed, it could be in progress or even a failed attempt.
In addition all the items are on
display and everyone who attends the event is encouraged to walk around and
view the entries and see which ones they are particularly impressed with, and
leave small tokens like beads or chocolate for entrant's to say, "Hey, I
really think this is nifty".
Every sponsor donates and/or
creates one "cool dubis" for every person they sponsor. During the
judging, the entrant has face to face interactions with (hopefully) 3 judges.
The judges evaluate the entrants' projects, and make suggestions as far as what
could be done differently, how to improve the documentation, what resources the
entrant might not be aware of... that sort of thing. It's "Intro to
Judging 101", in a non-threatening, non-confrontational environment with
the main goal to encourage people who don't have a lot of experience with
competition. The 'judging' is more like a round table where people sit with the
entrant and give them face to face feedback and would be a sharing of information
and ideas. Entrant can ask questions etc.
Towards the end of the day, the
sponsors will go and get the name of an entrant with a project that they
like... and it's a good idea to have several in mind in case someone else has
already grabbed the name you wanted. Preferably not someone you sponsored. The
idea is that everyone who enters gets a prize from someone just for entering.
During court the sponsors hand the herald the name, the entrant gets called up
and receives their prize from a sponsor. The Queen will also hand out a
"Grand Prize" to the entry she's most impressed by. We will also have
a Judge's choice entrant (not to be the same as the Queen's choice).
General Guidelines
Entrant Information
The Queen's Prize Tournament is a
non-competitive jurored competition sponsored by the Kingdom.
Entrants must be sponsored by a
Cruicble (or equivalent), or a Companion to the Order of the Laurel.
Each entrant is entitled to one
entry. Multiple entries will not be accepted.
Each sponsor may sponsor up to 5
entrants (they must provide the same number of prizes)
Entries that have been entered
before in the Kingdom Arts and Sciences Championship or equivalent are not
eligible for entry.
Judging will be conducted in a
face-to-face manner against the current Novice Criteria.
Sponsors may not judge the entrants
they sponsored.
Sponsor Information
Sponsors may sponsor a maximum of
five entries.
Sponsors must be in attendance at
the Event
Sponsors must bring one prize per
each entrant sponsored. These prizes will be awarded at Royal Court and must be awarded to
entrants who were sponsored by another sponsor.
Sponsors are encouraged to work
with entrants on the development of their entries.
Prizes
Each entrant will receive a prize
from one of the sponsors.
HRM will award Queen's Prizes for
the entry or entries of Her choice. There will also be a Children's Prize
awarded by Her Majesty.
Those individuals judging entries
at shall vote towards the recipient of a Judge's Choice Award.
Individuals selected for a Queen's
Prize are not eligible to receive the Judge's Prize.
FAQ
Entrant and Sponsor must attend the
event
Entrant can hold a Grant level
award or higher in service or martial activities
Sponsor must have an Arts Grant
level or higher award to sponsor
Sponsor may sponsor up to 5
entrants
The event was an overwhelming success, with the populace
giving Adrielle a standing ovation during court. Afterwards, Adrielle sent the
following missive:
I've been struggling to try to put
my thoughts on yesterday into words and I'm not certain I can. The day was such
an epic whirlwind and I am scared that if I try too hard to capture it and pin
it down with language, I will wake and have it all fade away like the wisps of
an early morning dream. I could never have imagined that the event would be
such a success and that the concept would be so embraced by the Kingdom. I am
truly honoured and humbled by your faith and support for this endeavour. Full
credit for the success goes to our artisans who took up the concept of a
Queen's Prize Tournament and who were willing to mentor and sponsor our
beginner artisans, to the judges who were generous with their time and
knowledge and were gentle in their 'critiques' of the entries, and especially
to those who entered and put your artistic-selves out there - your talents are
wondrous and your potential awe inspiring.
For the record, the event had a attendance of 182; we had a total of 58 entries
- 4 of which were children, 24 sponsors and over 60 judges. Thank you all.
Special thanks to my eternally patient husband, HRM Nigel; the Canton of
Ardcreag who fearlessly took on hosting this event, especially Lady Eva the
autocrat and her awesome event staff and THL Hans and his kitchen team for
their wonderful feast.
I can't speak for anyone but myself, but thank you ALL for making it one of
those magical SCA moments for me. It is a day I will forever remember.
The following awards were given that day:
MORNING COURT
WOLF'S CUB - Zoe of House Marchmount
ORION - Colyne Stewart
ORION - Orlaith inghen Cinada meic Briain
WHITE WOLF FIAN
- Anne of Saffron successfully completed her challenge
- Emelote of Calais presented her challenge
PLACED ON VIGIL - LAUREL - Jhone of Woodcote & Wilfrid of Sweflingham
AFTERNOON COURT
QPT PRIZES -given
Judges' Choice - Lady Marguerite (Pigments)
Queen's Choice - Bethan MacFinnon (15th Century Stool)
A&S Category prizes (donated by the Baronies) - information coming
The Royal Herbalist Guild presented their taxes
WOLF'S CUB - Liam of House Marchmount
AOA - Leisle Woolmonger
MAIDEN'S HEART - Rhiannon of Eoforwic
AOA - Kaisa of Petrea Thule
AOA - Einar Inn Austrifera Josepson
ORION - Aurik Burnsson
CRUCIBLE - Lyda Langrackrsdottir
ORION - Ailis of Eoforwic
FEAST
MAIDEN'S HEART - Lady Eva the Restless
Also at A&S, there was a Butter Chicken Battle, with
Tarian verch Gadarn, Hans Thorvaldson and Piero di Paxiti da Vincenzo competing
to see who could make the best chicken in the kingdom. People were asked to
bring canned goods (or a $5 donation) to the event in exchange for some
chicken, with all collected food and money donated to a local food bank. After
the event, Tarian had this to say:
My parents would like to thank the
people of Ealdormere for helping us raise just over $400 for the St. Paul's on the Hill
Community Food Bank, and a nice little stash of dry goods. My father has been
volunteering there for over 5 years now, and is overwhelmed with your
generosity. I had not told him what we were doing, so he was pretty gobsmacked.
He says the money will go towards buying turkey's for the holiday season. Thank
you SO much to [Hans] and [Piero] for some friendly competition that had
everyone (literally) lining up around the room for the Butter Chicken Off.
Wassail, Canton
of Bryniau Tywynnog, Nov 30
The following awards were given at this event:
AOA -Christina Montgomery
AOA - Joffr Rödson
WOLF'S CUB - Annalise (aka Fiona)
AOA - Wulfric of the Black Wood
AOA - Ieuan ap Gwilym
AOA - Wulfwynn of the Blackwood
ORION - Tamsin Kitto
AOA - Eileen D’Arcy
ORION - Beathan MacFinnon
11th Night, Canton of Vest Yorvik, January 4
The following awards were given this day:
Orion - Widow Kate
After the event, Adrielle sent the following missive:
Had a great time at Septentrian
Eleventh Night today, thank you to everyone who made the day such a success.
Particularly to The Lord and Lady of misrule who did such a great job, the
autocrat, event staff and canton for being such wonderful hosts, the feast
staff for a delicious meal and to all who came out and got Into the spirit and
fun of the day.
Twelfth Night, Barony of Rising Waters, January 11,
2014
The following awards were given this day:
Award of Arms - Beatrix
Maiden's Heart - Baroness Ariadne Athingana of Ravenglass
Orion - Lady Yvette Sinclair
After the event, Adrielle sent the following missive:
His Majesty and I had a lovely time
at Rising Waters 12th Night today. Thank you for your hospitality and
friendship. Court was especially fun with our little assistant [one of the Ealdorbears
TRMs handed out to young children].
Tournoi du Coeur de Glace, Shire of Bastille du Lac,
January 18
The following awards were given this day:
AoA - Lady Katharine of Bastille
AoA - Lord Guilliam Lucien Alphonse DeLuca (aka Liam)
Maiden's Heart - TH Lord Amelius Claudius Rattanicus
Wain - TH Lady Isabel Atwyll
Wain - TH Lord Albrecht Stampfer
Pelican - Master Dafydd
After the event, Adrielle sent the following missive:
Great day at Tournoi today,
excellent event and tourney . Lots of fighting, rapier and kiddlets
running about. Had the honour of elevating Master Dafydd to the Order of the
Pelican and gave out some gorgeous scrolls (pics to be posted tomorrow). Was
humbled by some lovely gifts from near and far (thank you Heather). Special tanks
to those who helped Us surprise Dafydd by helping with the vigil spac, munchies
and for an amazing scroll (Aurellia, Kasia, Keja, Mahhild, Berend). Ealdormere
you are wonderful.
Market Day at Birka, Barony of Stonemarche, East Kingdom,
January 25
After the event, Adrielle sent the following missive:
Home from a great weekend,
definitely worth the 20 hours in the car. It was wonderful to see so many
Ealdormerians there who also made the trek to enjoy Birka, special thanks
to our crew for the hard work and support during the day. Got to spend some
quality time with some awesome folks we don't see nearly enough, plus had a
fantastic time at Birka. TRM of the East were gracious and fun loving hosts and
as ever it was awesome to see TRM Trimaris once again. Busy day with not enough
time to spend quality time with all we would have liked to, guess that means
there will just have to be more road trips
Step Spritely, Canton
of Monadh, February 1
The following awards were given this day:
Crucible - TH Lady Rosalyne de L'Estrange
Crucible - TH Lord Daniele di Padola
Adrielle also noted:
Court also included the Widow Kate
offering her Fealty in song. It was quite possibly the loveliest version of the
populace oath I have ever been gifted - thank you.
Game of Queens, Canton
of Caer Draeth, February 8
The following awards were given this day:
Orion - John Moran
Orion - Michel de Maine
Maiden's Heart - Jeanne Aganetha Marie
Scroll of Honour / Queen's Favour - Gwendolyn of Aldberg
Practicum, Canton
of Caldrithig, February 22
The following awards were given this day:
Orion - John Moran
Orion - Michel de Maine
Maiden's Heart - Jeanne Aganetha Marie
Scroll of Honour / Queen's Favour - Gwendolyn of Aldberg
After the event, Adrielle sent the following missive:
Had a wonderful time at Practicum.
Thank you to all who attended and gave of their time to teach, to learn, and to
share. I am continually amazed and inspired by the diverse talents of Our
artisans and am thrilled to see such inspiration spread. Thank you to those who
took the time to speak with Wil and/or Jhone as they sat their vigils. I know
they each received words to think on to take forward on their respective paths.
Thank you and congratulations to those We had the joy to recognize in Our
Court. It was truly a fun and wonderful day topped off by a wonderful dinner.
Thank you Skrael and friends for hosting such a great day.
Winter War, Shire of Trinovantia Nova, March 1
The following awards were given this day:
Wolf's Cub - Gwerith of Brynniau Tywynnog
AoA - Mattius of Petrea Thule
AoA - Kanina Mac’ Am Gilverdatter / Cai'tyn the Bold
AoA - Raphael Trinovantia Nova
MAIDEN'S HEART - Sarah MacLeod Trinovantia
AOA Gregoire Moroz
MAIDEN'S HEART - Isaac Spinoza
MAIDEN'S HEART - Detrich von Sachsen
WAIN - Tiberius of Warwickshire
PELICAN - Cainder ingen hui Chathaarnaig
9 Newcomers / First Event folks
After the event, Adrielle sent the following missive:
HRM Nigel and I had a wonderful day
yesterday at Winter War. We had a great time and were especially thrilled with
the courtesy shown on the field. It was Our Honour to induct Mistress Cainder
into the Order of the Pelican as well as recognize many other worthy and
talented members of the Kingdom. We were thrilled to hand out 9 newcomer cups -
it is so great to see the Kingdom grow. We were also pleased to announce in
conjunction with Their Highnesses new Unbelt Commanders - namely Mistress
Aelfwyn and the Honourable Lord Guillaume.
There are many thanks for the
day.......
- Thank you to the Shire and all
event staff who worked so hard to make the day such a success.
- Thank you to the combatants who
demonstrated courtesy and camaraderie on the field.
- Thank you to the marshals who
volunteered part of their day both for the rapier and armoured combat to ensure
a safe and fun day in the lists
- Thank you to the Trillium
Exchange folks who brought their exchange items for all to see and be
inspired
- Thank you to friends from the
Midrealm who travelled to visit and share the day. Your generosity humbles Us
- Thank you to all who volunteered
part of your day to act as entourage for Ourselves and Their Highnesses, it was
and is greatly appreciated.
- Thank you to those who
participated in the public privy council meeting. It is good to see folks showing
interest in such things.
- Thank you to Baron Kol, Sir
Baldric, TH Lord Augustine and TH Lord Bjarn who's combined generosity resulted
in a successful raffle fund raiser for the Kingdom Travel Fund Congratulations
to TH Lady Lydia on having the winning ticket
- Thank you to all who donated
items to the Gift Basket for Gulf Wars ..........it is EPIC
Gulf Wars, Kingdom
of Gleann Abhann, Mar
9-16
Nigel II and Adrielle II travelled far while they sat the
northern thrones. These travels took them to Gulf Wars in the Kingdom of Gleann Abhann.
As is tradition, during the opening ceremonies, those Royals present were to
process upon horseback. Not wanting her subjects to feel left out, Queen
Adrielle and a cabal of sewers crafted several hobby horses, which were carried
during the procession by each Ealdormerean present. Reportedly, these horses
were high spirited and there was an infamous stampede.
After the event, Adrielle sent the following missive:
We had a great time at Gulf Wars.
Thank you so much for those who made the long trek with Us and to those who
sent amazing gifts for us to share which allowed us to show off the incredible
talents of Ealdormere. It was a fantastic week and would not have been as
enjoyable if not for the hard work by Baroness Mahault (Deb Mattingly) and all
those who gave of their time to help Us out with entourage shifts and running
about. We may have been few in number but we were massive in the fun
department.
There were a ton of awesome moments
but the highlights that come to mind right now are (in no particular order)
- Making TRM Trimaris speechless
with the gift from Our artisans
- Being able to take to the field
in armour with my husband His Majesty. It was something I was not able to do
last reign and I know it made us both happy
- The Ealdormerian
Calvary I had decreed that if His Majesty and I were to ride in
opening ceremonies, all Ealdormereians present should also ride. We made and
took 20 hobby horses with Us which followed us in Opening Ceremonies and then
stampeded and photobombed all the Royals at the fort . Seeing the
horses throughout the week in random places, including the Rapier Ravine battle
and the Armoured Combat Field Battle was priceless
- Horses - the real ones. The
equine community was incredibly generous and supportive of both of Us. I was
privileged to be allowed to use a wonderful mare, Blanche, during the week,
both for opening ceremonies and mounted combat. She was great and I had a blast
- Mounted Combat - horses, maces,
360 degree engagement. Wow
- The Kazoo - who knew that such a
small thing would result in so much fun?
- Seeking friends from far away we
don't get to see nearly enough and never seem to have enough time with
- Being able to sponsor Our
champions TH Lady Jocelyn and Lord Rorick in the Diamond Tourney and Rose
Tourney, and TH Lord Bjarn in the Allied Champions. Hearing that TH Lady
Jocelyn won the most period fight in one of her tourneys. You all made me
incredibly proud, more than you will ever know.
- Hanging out on the Calontir front
porch having drinks and silliness.
- The Nige and his
challenge
- Being humbled by the generosity
of friends from far away and being able to thank them publically.
- The kind words and compliment we
received throughout the week both for Ourselves but more importantly for Our
Kingdom.
Thank you all so much for making it
possible
Late Winter Shoot, Canton of Petrea Thule, March 22
The following awards were given this day:
AoA Ashling of Petrea Thule
AoA Theodora Madelena de Volterra
Maiden's Heart TH Lord Brendan Hunterson
Hammer Lord Graeme de Liste de Cherbourg
Hammer Mistress Aurelia Gabriana
Mistress Aelfwyn also gifted the Kingdom a set of Court
Baronacy Coronets for regalia. These would be day loaners for the Crown to use
should they chose to bestow a Court Baronacy but where they have not had an
opportunity to have a Coronet made. The recipient would return it to the Crown
at the end of the day and be responsible for commissioning their own Coronet.
We also gifted Lady Kaisa a gift certificate for a pair of
Bohemond Shoes. We chose her as she has already added to much to the Kingdom
during her short time in the SCA and she is continually striving to improve her
kit and in doing so has inspired Us.
Spring A&S Faire, Barony of Ben Dunfirth, March
29
After the event, Adrielle sent the following missives:
We would like to congratulate all
who attended and participated in this weekend's Kingdom A&S Faire and
Competition. It takes courage to put oneself out for public display and
assessment and we applaud you all. The items displayed were truly awe
inspiring. Below are listed the winners in each category as well as all five
Pentathlon entrants.
Category
I. Performing Arts & Research
Papers -TH Lord Albrecht Stampfer
- To the Hilt: An Examination of the Renaissance Sword Hilt 1460-1600
Category II. Textile & Needle
Arts - Lady Jane Greenhill
- French Hood
Category III. Technological
Sciences - Mistress Ælfwyn of Longwood
- 14th century leather scabbard
Category IV. Studio Crafts - TH
Lady Marguerite Gingraix
- Cadel - Jacques Delvaulx (16th century hand)
Category V. Domestic Arts &
Sciences - Lady Elanna of House Marchmoutn
- Tablet weaving in the 'Snartemo' technique
Spring 2014 - Kingdom A&S -
Pentathalon Entrants
Anne of Saffron Walden
1. A piece of music on the Recorder
2. Bobbin Lace
3. Pewter hook and eye (closure for mirror box)
4. Medieval bleaching of linen
5. Tape weaving band (Rigid Heddle)
Graem de Cherbourg
1. Un Flambeau, Jeannette, Isabelle
2. Cornamuse
3. Child's Crossbow
4. Byzantine Earrings
5. Transcription of Music Notation
Lyða Langrackrsdottir
1. The Oracles Garb from Erick the Red's Saga
2. Wool Cloak
3. Tunic and Under tunic
4. Seal Skin Belt
5. Savory Oatmeal
Avelyn of the Hedge (winner of
Pent)
1. Likin' the Lichen
2. Lengberg Bra
3. Comadore Pastries
4. Cuir Bouilli Needlecase
5. Painted Panel
Constance
of Caldrithig
1. |Embroidered Aumônière
2. Iron Needle
3. Gothic Textura Prescissa hand (sample)
4. 14th Century Working class Tunic
5. Cheese and Mushroom Pie
To top off an incredible day at
A&S there were a few added bonus'. One was the amazing new scabbard
Mistress Aelfwyn made for the Kingdom sword - beautifully tooled leather with
trilliums in a 14th C design. Second was a new 'cap' for the Queen's Mace from
Master Corwyn and Mistress Dhomnail, and Third was astonishing largess from TE
Skraeling Althing. We were humbled by the generosity and moved to tears. Thank
you all sooo sooo much.
The following awards were given that day:
MORNING COURT
Scarlet Banner - Avelyn Wexcombe of Great Bedwyn
Hammer - Lachlan mac an Toisich of Benchar Male
Laurel - Jhone of Woodcote
AFTERNOON COURT
AoA - Eydis of House Marchmount (aka Sage)
Maiden's Heart - Augusta of Ben Dunfirth
Orion - Lady Emelote of Calais
A&S Awards
Category I. Performing Arts & Reserach Papers -TH Lord Albrecht
Stampfer
- To the Hilt: An Examination of the Renaissance Sword Hilt 1460-1600
Category II. Textile & Needle Arts - Lady Jane
Greenhill
- French Hood
Category III. Technological Sciences - Mistress Ælfwyn of
Longwood
- 14th century leather scabbard
Category IV. Studio Crafts - TH Lady Marguerite
Gingraix
- Cadel - Jacques Delvaulx (16th century hand)
Category V. Domestic Arts & Sciences - Lady Elanna of
House Marchmount
- Tablet weaving in the 'Snartemo' technique
Pentathlon Winner - Lady Avelyn of the Hedge
- i) Likin' the Lichen, ii) Lengberg Bra, iii) Comadore Pastries, iv) Cuir
Bouilli Needlecase, v) Painted Panel
Queen's Prize - TH Lord Graeme de Liste de Cherbourg - cornamuse
Crucible - Marguerite Gingraix
Laurel - Wilfrid of Sweflingham
Scroll of Honour - Mistress Keja, TH Lady Jocelyn, Lord Einar, Mistress
Nikolena (Calontir) for their contributions to the new comers cups
Deed of Colyne Stewart, Canton of Ardchreag, April 14
To mark the occasion of his 40th birthday, on
April 14th, in the Canton of Ardchreag, THL Colyne Stewart held a
deed of arms. This deed drew a crowd of 58 people, with 24 of them
participating directly in the deed. The king-of-arms was HRM Nigel II, knight
of the Society; the herald was Magistra Nicolaa de Braction, member of the
Orders of the Laurel
and the Pelican; the scribe who recorded the names of those crossing blades in
the book of the deed was THL Jocelyn Cranewell, White Scarf; and Lord Anton
Rongefer acted as Colyne’s man-at-arms. Colyne’s heraldry was on display in
cloth, drape and flag, and the finial on top of his banner pole was in the
shape of a fox (the charge from his Arms). The venerable Couter of Chivalry was
also present, on display by His Majesty’s seat. Though upon a time holding a
tournament to mark a significant birthday had once been somewhat common in
Ealdormere, the practice had not been conducted for quite some time, and many
remarked how glad they were to see a deed of arms held in the north. Just,
stout blows were given and received, as were tokens. Indeed, Colyne had cast
pewter coins based on a mold made by his lady, THL Þorfinna gráfeldr, for all
in attendance. Likewise, Their Majesties Ealdormere gave each combatant a royal
coin. Colyne was surprised by gifts including a dice cup, a set of goblets, and
a full set of clothes. Honour flowed like water. Though all who took part
fought well and good, only one could be awarded the prize--a greave made by Colyne’s
own hand. The judges (Their Majesties Ealdormere and Nicolaa) declared that the
one fighter who had shone brightest with chivalry, courtesy and prowess had
been THL Hans Thorvaldsson.
Coronation of Siegfried and Ragni, Barony of Rising
Waters, April 26
On April 26th, 2014 (AS 48), Nigel II and
Adrielle II relinquished the thrones of Ealdormere, and were elevated to the
station of duke and duchess by TRMs Siegfried and Ragni. At the same time, TRMs
granted Nigel and Adrielle both a Mormaerdom and Duchy of Arrochar, which had
extensive borders.
The Grant of the Mormaerdom read as follows:
To all knights, Masters, Peers,
Barons, Earls, Mayors, Sheriffs, Provosts Officers and to all faithful subjects
as well as others to whom these presents shall come, be seen, heard, read, or
understood from Seigfried King and Ragni Queen of Ealdormere Greeting
Know all that We by these Letters
Patent have given, granted, and by this Our present charter have confirmed and
do advance, create our beloved servants, Nigel MacFarlane, and Adrielle Kerrec,
to the state degree style dignity title and honour of Duke and Duchess. Know ye
that We have given, granted, and established by this present Charter to Nigel
MacFarlane and Adrielle Kerrec, that Mormaerdom which is called Arrochar. To be
held by them, with all its pertinants, liberties and easments, freely, quietly,
fully, and entirely, with gallows and pit, toll, theme, sock and sack,
outfangthief and infangthief, with all advantages and freedoms pertaining by
law or custom in the Kingdom of Ealdormere without any secular or servile
exaction: except that, when he is summoned, they shall come to the courts which
the Crown may announce. And he shall be bound to go on no military expedition,
unless the Crown ordain one against the countries or provinces adjoining
Ealdormere. These are the land-boundaries Arrochar - first south from the cross
at St. Mary's down along through the fleet wood to the barrow, thence east
along the barrow till it comes to the Pond at Baxter Creek. Then north over the
furlong to the fen. Then east along through the wold to the old cross. Should
any secular person attempt to go against this, after three warnings if he
should not make amends, he may lost his honour and be liable to divine justice,
and subject himself to retribution. For the rest, in order that this decree
may, for all ages, remain valid and unshaken, We bind ourselves and our
successors to keep and observe this present charter and have ordered it to be
written and have affixed our seal.
Dated at Rising Waters the
twenty-sixth of the month of April in the forty-eighth year of the society in
the first days of our reign.
However, before stepping down, they gave the following
awards:
HAMMER - Gunther Wahlstadt of Bremen
SCROLL OF HONOUR - Colyne Stewart
WAIN - Sven Gunnolfr Ragnaldson
WAIN - Aelfwyn et Langanwude
TH Lady Jocelyn Roget de Cranewell -Royal Favour
Lord Rorik -Queen's Favour
Mistress Aelfwyn et Langanwude - King's Favour
King's Favour - Duke Brannos
The Royal Whims
- We
believe in gravity. Please fall if you are defeated in combat.
- We
prefer the use of "arm yourself" or "don your harness"
or something of a similar nature rather than "hats and bats"
- We
prefer "Armoured Combatant" rather than "Heavy
Combatant" – His Majesty takes issue with his figure and self image.
- We do
not enjoy speed tourneys and would prefer to see other formats.
- We
would have some form of spear tourney at every event We attend.
The Preferences of King Nigel II and Queen Adrielle
II
|
His Royal Majesty
|
Her Royal Majesty
|
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Food Likes
Yes
Fresh veggies & fruits
Water
Dark Beer
Hard Cider
Single Malt Scotch
|
Food Likes
Fresh veggies & fruits
Cheeses
Water
Dark Beer
Hard Cider
Single Malt Scotch
|
|
Food Dislikes
Lack of Food
Domestic Beers
|
Food Dislikes
Most sweet things
Honey butter
Vanilla
Mushy textured foods
Domestic beers
|
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Allergies and Avoidances
None
|
Allergies and Avoidances
Tree Nuts
Ibuprofen
|
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Hobbies & Activities
Armoured Combat
Eating
14th Century – especially Scotland
Socializing
|
Hobbies & Activities
Armoured Combat and Equestrian
14th Century
Costuming and clothing
|
Colour, Fabric and
Miscellaneous Preferences for both
- Natural
Fibres (Linens, wools, silks, hemp)
- NO
Neons or pastels
- All
things 14th Century
