The Stag's Call

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Published: 23 February 2021

More information is located at https://www.outlands.org/queen-s-prize-tournament

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Published: 20 January 2021

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Published: 11 January 2021

The scroll is in Japanese and Hebrew, made by Lady Giovanna di Meir / Shelby Mumby. It is Court Baronie awards to both Danshaku Hayashi Yo'ichirou Norikata and Nagiyda Shoshanah Simkhah bas Ruven.

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Published: 09 January 2021

The Kingdom of the Outlands will be hosting a Diversity and Inclusion Roundtable. February 6. This will be hosted virtually. The virtual location will be determined at a later date.

Event page is located at https://www.outlands.org/diversity-and-inclusion-roundtable-2-6-2021

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Published: 06 January 2021

Hail to The Mighty Outlands!

 Though it seems like it has been forever since we have all met on the field of battle, the horns of battle will sound again. Though we do not have a certain date of when, we warriors of The Outlands must stand vigilant for that day when it comes. As such, we will be working hard to address the situation of expired fighter authorizations, across all martial activities, so that when this plague has ended, we can all get right back to doing what we love.

 First and foremost, we will be changing the colors of authorization cards, so that there is no confusion about what is up to date and what is expired. As such, everyone will be needing a new card, which we will be happy to take care of for you as follows depending on your current Authorization:

Group A) If your authorization, be it Heavies, Lights, or Equestrian, expired prior to March of 2020, you will need to reauthorize as normal. We will be addressing authorizations in the coming months, so look forward to that news when it comes out, but for now, please send us pictures of your expired card so that we can get you into the new system just like the other the other groups.

Group B) If your Authorization expired during the shutdown (between March 2020 and May 2021) you can send us a picture (front and back) or your expired authorization card and a picture (front and back) of your membership card and we will get you renewed in the system and get the newly updated cards out to you! Please be sure to include a mailing address in your email so we can get you the new card!

Group C) For any whose Authorizations will still be good by the time of reopening, you will have three months after we reopen to get reauthorized before your card expires, regardless of the date printed on the card. You can do that now if you like by following the rules for Group B, or after we reopen.

To any who are interested in being Authorizing Marshals on the reopening, please email the Earl Knight Marshal with a petition and we will be in contact with you! There will be many changes coming to make our authorization system easier, more efficient, and most of all safer for us all.

Emails should be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for both Authorizing Marshal Petitions and Reauthorizations.

Thank you all for your efforts in making this a smooth transition. Stay safe, keep fighting, and we will see you all sooner than you think.

OUTLANDS!!!!

Sir Adrien De Calais KEM 

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Published: 20 December 2020

The winning photo in the equstrian photo challenge was taken by Her Excellency Denise of Amberley / Denise Clark and is from Battlemoor 2016.

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Published: 06 December 2020

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Published: 05 December 2020

https://www.sca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2020-12-04-Resolution-Continuation-Letter.pdf

Motion by Ross Roegner to extend the Resolution to Suspend In-Person SCA Activity until January 31, 2021, originally issued by the Board of Directors on July 28, 2020, for a period of four (4) months, until May 31, 2021. Second by Gigi Coulson. Opposed: none. Absent: Jennifer Krochmal. Motion carried.

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Published: 13 November 2020

Good people of the Outlands harken to the words of Béla and Nerissa, King and Queen of these noble lands.

We wanted to take a moment to say thank you to all of Our Kingdom, Baronial, Shire, Canton, and College officers for all of your continued hard work and dedication to your local groups and Kingdom! Our officer core is amazing and We can’t thank you all enough for what you do. We know things are hard and it’s not as fun to do all of this work when we are not able to gather for events and activities so We are grateful for all of your continued service. We would especially like to thank Jarl Freana Geardson for his service as Kingdom Seneschal. We appreciate all he has done and hope that he enjoys his much-needed free time as We release him from his duties of that office. Jarl Freana has served the Kingdom well and has earned his respite. We would like to announce that Honorable Lady Cristiane Woayde as the new Kingdom Seneschal. We look forward to working with Her Ladyship and We know she will do a great job in that office. Please join Us in saying thank you to these good gentles, and all of the officers of the Outlands, HUZZAH!

If you would like to help with any office, now is a great time to reach out and volunteer to help. We know there are officers in need of deputies as well as offices that need to be filled on all levels. Being an officer is a great way to give back and to learn the inner workings of the Kingdom.  Another group of people that has been continually working hard for all of our benefit are the Dean and the Board of Directors for the Royal Outlands Interkingdom University. They have updated the charter and have continued to provide an opportunity for people to teach and learn new skill on various aspects and activities. If you have not already done so you should check out their webpage at https://www.roiu.outlands.org/ for a complete look at what all the ROIU has to offer.

Lastly but certainly not least, We would like to say thank you to Our Barons and Baronesses looking after Our beloved Baronies. We know and understand just how hard all of you are working for your groups. We are honored to be able to be serving the Kingdom with you all as Our Landed Nobles. Your love and leadership are inspiring and We can’t thank you enough for all that you do! We know all of this is hard and it is rough not getting to spend time with people who mean so much to us. We will persevere, we will get through this, we will be stronger once this is over. Until then, keep being your awesome selves, keep leading by example, keep looking out for each other, and stay safe. We love you all,

Béla Nerissa

King Queen

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Published: 20 October 2020

Please heed the words of their Royal Majesties Béla and Nerissa

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oUgz7hGOXY

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Published: 18 August 2020

Warm Greetings Unto the Known World!

As the world continues to grapple with the consequences of COVID-19, and as the Society has officially closed activities through January of 2021, We have spent many hours carefully weighing the balance between Our desire to see everyone and revel again with the responsibilities, in terms of both health and financial considerations.

Knowing that Estrella War is scheduled to occur just days after the proposed reopening of the Society, We must conclude that the responsible decision is to postpone War to a time that is hopefully safer for everyone. At this time, We would like to announce that Estrella War 2021 is being postponed until November 2021. Further information will be published as it becomes available.

We know that this news will be disappointing to many, who were hoping to gather with friends and family at War in just a few short months. We share in the disappointment, but truly believe that keeping Our populace healthy is far more important in the long term. We know that the additional time to prepare will serve to make War that much sweeter come November.

In Service to Our Shared Dream,

TRM Morgan and Elizabeth, Atenveldt
TRM Béla and Nerissa, Outlands
TRH Czypser and Mineko, Atenveldt

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Published: 29 July 2020

Good people of the Outlands hear now these words from Your Sovereign Lord and Lady, Béla and Nerissa, King and Queen of these lands.

As many of you are by now aware the Board of Directors has determined that no in person events shall take place in North America until January 31^st, 2021 without getting a variance to do so. We are sure this was a hard decision for them to make, however We feel it was right and just for them to do so. We fully support this decision as the safety and well being of all or Our populace is Our primary focus right now. We applaud the Board of Directors and the Society Seneschal for putting all our wellbeing at the forefront and making this difficult decision. We thank them for what they have done for all of us this day.

We will continue to monitor things on a Kingdom and local level to see if there are opportunities to have small, socially distant activities that would allow people to participate in the SCA while remaining safe from exposure to covid-19. If We believe it is safe to do so We will make appropriate announcements at that time. We encourage everyone to continue using other mediums such as zoom, YouTube and Facebook to continue to stay connected to friends and to learn new skills or hone those ones you already possess.

Our Windhover Bard has organized a virtual Bardic competition to find his replacement. The first part of this will continue as scheduled We will discuss what to do about the finals and make that decision known to you all in the very near future. If you have desire to compete for the Windhover Bard position, please continue to follow the instructions put in place by Lord Ronan. If you have any questions about it reach out to him or post in the Kingdom group to get things sorted out. We would also like to take a moment and say thank you to Sir Thomas and all who have added something to his slow bardic idea, they have all been wonderful to watch and we look forward to seeing more entries!

We know that these days are difficult on all of us. We all would rather be at events with our friends and families. Until we are able to meet again in person continue to be strong of heart and character. Continue to care for one another and to be supportive and remember that we are all under a lot of stress. Continue to check in on friends and loved ones. Continue to learn and practice the courtly graces and the art of chivalry in all that you do.

All Our love,

Béla                      Nerissa

King                       Queen

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Published: 06 July 2020

We, Béla King by right of arms and Nerissa Queen by grace and favor send heartfelt greetings to the glorious Outlands.

As things continue to change and evolve, We have continued to monitor the situation. Our Kingdom Seneschal has reached out to various government agencies throughout the Outlands to keep up to date with restrictions and requirements for gatherings and events. The Outlands is comprised of multiple States and this makes things more difficult as the rules and regulations are different in each State. While it is possible to have larger gatherings in some parts of the Kingdom than others, We feel it is best if decisions are made with the strictest rules in mind. We would not want to encourage members of Our populace to break the rules where they are because of their desire or want to go to an event in a different part of the Kingdom. We would not be ok with even one member getting sick because We said it was ok to host an event or practice.

With this in mind, We would make it known that We are extending the cancelation of all official SCA events, meetings, practices and gatherings until the end of August. We appreciate all the hard work that autocrats and local officers have put in to plan events and try to give the Outlands something We can all do together safely. We just feel that the risk is still too great to allow anything official to occur. We remain hopeful that things will change, and we will be able to start getting back to normal, with events and local practices and guild meetings in the not too distant future.

We are also looking into ways of limiting event attendance and ways of ensuring that those who attend follow social distancing measures and wear masks to make things as safe as possible. It is very likely that when things do start back up there will be a requirement to preregister for events to ensure that we do not exceed the number of attendees allotted for each event. We remain hopeful that We will be able to have Crown Tournament and Find Our rightful Heirs in September. Remember that if you wish to compete for that honor a letter of intent is required and it should contain a list of all events both the fighter and the consort have been too from Estella War 2019 through Estrella War 2020, as well as the usual requirements found in Kingdom Law. These letters of intent are due no later than midnight on the 28th of August.

Until we can come together again as a Kingdom, remember to be kind to each other. Continue to practice social distancing, wear masks, and wash your hands often. Continue to check up on each other and to help each other where you are able. We miss you all and We cannot wait to be able to see you again!

In Service to the Outlands We remain,
Béla Nerissa
King Queen

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Published: 26 June 2020

We, Béla King by right of arms and Nerissa Queen by grace and favor send heartfelt greetings to the glorious Outlands.

We hope this missive finds you all in good health and good spirits. We know that We would all rather be making last minute preparations for Battlemoor but that is not to be this year. While We miss you all and are sad that We will get very few, if any, opportunities to be with you this summer, We are still very proud of how Our Kingdom has continued to follow social distancing and health guidelines, even while performing their civic duties to stand up and fight against injustices that plague our modern society. Thank you all for having civil conversations about topics of great importance, where passions run high. No society or Kingdom is perfect, but through civil discourse and a dialogue of honest and hard conversations we can all move things in a positive direction. Thank you all for making Our jobs easier.

As you all are aware, there are positions of great honor in Our Court that are determined by a competition. The current Kingdom Champions in the various disciplines are:
Royal Archer: Lord Louchelan de Hay
Kingdom Equestrian Champion: Mistress Arabella da Siena
Kingdom Arts and Sciences Champion: The Honorable Lady Marion Forrester
Windhover Bard: Lord Ronan na f-Fiacal mac Conaill
Warlord: Duke Darius of Jaxartes

All these fine gentles have continued to perform their duties and have done much to help their respective communities. Their continued dedication to their fields of endeavor and to the Outlands is worthy of Our praise and admiration and deserves Our love and respect.

These positions are typically held for a year and then a new Champion is found. Unfortunately, with the cancelation of so many events, the competitions to find new champions have been canceled as well. We have reached out to all Our Champions and had conversations with how to best move forward for them and their positions.

It has been decided that Mistress Arabella and Lord Louchelan will remain as Champions until a new Champion can be found at Battlemoor in 2021. We thank them for being willing to continue the duties and responsibilities of their position!

Our Windhover Bard, Lord Ronan has served the Outlands wonderfully and has decided that it is best to find a new Windhover Bard. We thank him for his dedication to the Outlands, his willingness to perform story time with the children during Our courts, and his passion for the bardic arts. We understand his decision and We support it, to that end We will be hosting two regional bardic competitions through digital means. This will allow Us to find a regional winner from the south and the north, those regional winners will perform in person at Fall Crown Tournament where the new Windhover Bard will be chosen. Please look for announcements from Lord Ronan with the details on how to enter each of the regional competitions. We look forward to seeing and hearing the best the Outlands bards have to offer during the process to find a worthy successor!

Our Warlord, Duke Jaxx, who is in Our Opinion, the greatest Warlord ever, shall remain as Warlord. His Grace will find a suitable event next summer in which to find someone worthy to carry Thunderhead in Our court. However, as his Grace is a man of action and does not wish to rest as Warlord it has been decided that starting in October, should any fighter feel they would make a better Warlord than Duke Jaxx, they may petition the Warlord and the Crown for the right to challenge for the position. Should your petition be found to have merit and be worthy, you will face Duke Jaxx in honorable combat with seven different weapon styles. This will be fought best two out of three per weapon style and the victor will be the first combatant to win 4 weapon styles. A maximum of one petition will be accepted per month. Should the petitioner be victorious, they will assume the duties and responsibilities of Warlord, including finding a suitable location and time to host a tournament to find their replacement in the summer of 2021. We have all faith in Our Warlord and expect that he will be planning that tournament.

Our Kingdom Arts and Sciences Champion, Honorable Lady Marion Forrester has graciously agreed to continue as Champion until this fall. We have consulted with Our Kingdom A&S Minister as well as many people in the A&S community and have decided that moving forward the Outlands will hold A&S competitions in the fall and collegiums in the spring. This will better allow for artists to create master works for the Kingdom competition and then take those works to Estrella War as well. We feel that this arrangement will make it easier for Our artisans and hopefully increase participation at all levels. We would like to thank Her Ladyship Marion for sharing her love and joy of the ats and sciences with any who would wish to learn!

All Our Champions have served the Outlands well and We are indebted to them for their hard work and love of the Outlands! We are very much looking forward to when we can all be together once more. Until then, continue to be kind, continue to look out for one another, and continue to shine as examples of courtesy, hospitality, and chivalry!!

In Service to the Outlands We remain,
Béla Nerissa
King Queen

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Published: 12 June 2020

From Society:

"There has been an extremely generous response from our members wanting to gift memberships to people in need.  To help speed the process for the donors,  I’ve compiled a set of instructions.  Please distribute these instructions along with the membership forms to all of your local groups, and anyone who asks you about this. "

Renee Signorotti, Vice-President for Corporate Operations (Registrar)

• Gifting a Membership guide (PDF)
• US Membership form (PDF)
• International Membership form (PDF)

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Published: 20 May 2020

We, Béla King by right of arms and Nerissa Queen by grace and favor send greetings!

It is with a heavy heart that We must inform you all that Battlemoor is postponed until 2021. We would like to say thank you to the Event Stewards and their staff, as well as to the BAM for all their continued hard work and flexibility in trying to make this event happen in 2020. We know it has been a strain and very stressful to deal with the changing landscape of dealing with this pandemic. The Event Stewards have graciously agreed to stay on and work for the 2021 Battlemoor, thank you all for your hard work and dedication to the Kingdom!

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Published: 16 May 2020

We, Bèla King by right of arms and Nerissa Queen by grace and favor send greetings!

Today We are writing so that all may know of the efforts of Mistress Morgan and THL Lêofsige (Lyssa) on the Royal University. The reviving of the University has been such a joy for many while in quarantine and it has brought Us so much joy to see so many people pursue degrees from The Royal University during this uncertain time.

Mistress Morgan and THL Lêofsige (Lyssa), Thank you for revitalizing interest in the Royal University after it had lain dormant for so many years, and for fulfilling a great need during these difficult times.

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Published: 13 April 2020

Hello Outlanders!

Society has published a new set of Rapier and Cut & Thrust rules. I will be updating our rules to comply with Society very soon. Feel free to email me (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or contact form)  with any questions or comments.

I hope everyone is staying safe and health.

In Service, Maestra Jervel KRM

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Published: 04 April 2020

Good people of the Outlands harken to the words of Béla and Nerissa, King and Queen of these noble lands.

We hope this missive finds all Our populace in good spirits and good health during these trying times. We are very proud of how Our officers and landed Nobles have been dealing with the stress of this pandemic. We know this is hard on everyone, but We are glad to see so many people reaching out to each other through various digital means, checking in, teaching, learning, having philosophy conversations. Thank you all for taking this threat seriously and acting accordingly.

It is with a heavy heart that We have decided to postpone Crown and Coronation once again. We feel that trying to hold it on the first weekend in May would put people in danger and that is something We can not ever do. We are working hard with Our officers, autocrats, and the SCA Board of Directors to ensure that when We are able to host Crown and Coronation that everyone will be safe first and foremost. We have had several people suggest that We host Crown with just the combatants and marshals and few people needed to run the tournament. While We applaud people for thinking outside the box and trying to come up with creative solutions to this problem, We are not willing to do that for many reasons, including We feel this would still endanger Our populace. We also would much rather wait for when this pandemic clears up and We can all come together as a Kingdom and enjoy the splendor and spectacle of Crown and Coronation. We are looking at trying to put things together for a June Crown and Coronation. If you have any suggestions for a site or location please reach out to Ourselves, Our Seneschal Jarl Freana, or Our landed Nobles with your ideas.

In the meantime, keep being safe and checking in on each other. Take this time to work on some projects that you have been putting off, learn a skill you have always wanted to learn, repair your armor and weapons. Continue to be kind to each other, help those who need it by making supply runs if you are able. Together We will get through this and be stronger for having gone through this crucible.

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Published: 19 March 2020

Good people of the Outlands hear these words from Béla and Nerissa, King and Queen of these fair lands.

As most of you know the SCA Board of Directors are recommending that all SCA activities and events be suspended until April 30th. We agree with this recommendation and are hereby suspending all organized activities in the Outlands until April 30th.

We understand this puts a strain on local groups and We encourage them to think outside the box and find some ways to hole virtual officers, business, or guild meetings when possible. We have lots of tools to stay connected with each other using various social media platforms. Reach out to your friends often. Keep in contact using those platforms, or by calling them or sending an old-fashioned letter or card.

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Results

Count Robert vs Sir Buqu: Victor Sir Buqu

Count Robert Magnus was eliminated

Duke Béla vs HRM of The West for the bye: Victor HRM of The West

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Published: 14 September 2019

Duke Béla Kós fighting for Mistress Nerissa Della Badessa

VERSUS

Sir Uighur-un Buqu Fighting For The Honorable Lady Johanna Morganstern

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Published: 14 September 2019

As all three fighters had one loss and a bye, Her Royal Majesty randomly drew the bye.

Count Robert vs Sir Buqu

Duke Béla has the bye

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Published: 14 September 2019

Duke Béla vs Sir Buqu: Victor Sir Buqu

Count Robert vs Sir Falnor for the bye: Victor Count Robert

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Published: 14 September 2019

Semi-Finals will proceed thusly:

Duke Bela vs Sir Buqu

Count Robert has the bye

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Round 6 Results:

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Round 6 will proceed thusly:

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Round 5 Results:

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Round 4 Results:

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Round 3 Results:

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Round 2 Results:

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 Round 1 Results:

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Round 1 will proceed thusly:

The bye is non-destructive, she faces His Majesty of the West

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Published: 14 September 2019

Welcome from beautiful Caer Galen. Todays Crown Tournament will be fought two out of three fights, with double elimination as the format. 

Round 1 is a challenge round chosen via order of precedence, it is destructive.

Here are todays entrants:

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Published: 09 March 2019

Sir Griffith fought with much honor and took Sir Iohann to the limits, winning the first 2 of 3 and taking Iohann to one each... but Sir Iohann was victorious in the final battle.

Our Outlands Prince and Princess

Sir Iohann der Fuchs and Lady Martine de la Rochelle

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Published: 09 March 2019

Final Round

Sir Griffith atte Dernedyngle

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Sir Iohann der Fuchs

Sir Iohann is undefeated, Sir Griffith will have to beat Sir Iohann twice in a 2 out of 3.

It will be weapon of choice for all of the final round.

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Published: 09 March 2019

Round 7 results:

Sir Alexander vs Sir Griffith: Victor Sir Griffith

Sir Alexander MacAndrew was eliminated

Duke Walrick vs Sir Iohann: Victor Sir Iohann

Duke Walrick de Blakeney was eliminated

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Published: 09 March 2019

Round 7, Axe 5’ and under, will proceed thusly:

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Round 6 results:

Sir Alexander vs Sir Falnor : Victor Sir Alexander

Sir Falnor Lakemierr was eliminated

Sir Griffith vs Sir Iohann: Victor Sir Iohann

Duke Walrick vs Duke Jaxx: Victor Duke Walrick

Duke Jaxartes Tigris Generalis was eliminated

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Published: 09 March 2019

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Round 5 results:

Duke Walrick vs Sir Griffith: Victor Sir Griffith

Sir Buqu vs Sir Iohann: Victor Sir Iohann

Sir Uighur-un Buqu was eliminated

Sir Bardolf vs Sir Falnor : Victor Sir Falnor 

Sir Bardolf Gundwaldtsson was eliminated

Count Robert vs Sir Alexander: Victor Sir Alexander

Count Robert Magnus was eliminated

Duke Jaxx vs Master Hawk: Victor Duke Jaxx

Master Hawk Rill was eliminated

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Published: 09 March 2019

Round 5, 6’ spear, thrusts only, will proceed thusly:

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Published: 09 March 2019

Round 4 results:

Master Hawk vs Lord Thorgrimr: Victor Master Hawk

Lord Thorgrimr of Rivenoak was eliminated

Sir Falnor  vs Dominus Tiberius: Victor Sir Falnor 

Dominus Tiberius Aurelius Albinus was eliminated

Count Robert vs Sir Iohann: Victor Sir Iohann

Duke Jaxx vs Count Giovanni: Victor Duke Jaxx

Count Giovanni di Sienna was eliminated

Sir Bardolf vs Sir Alexander: Victor Sir Alexander

Duke Walrick vs Sir Rowland: Victor Duke Walrick

Sir Rowland de Grey of Lincolnshire was eliminated

Sir Griffith vs Lord Seamus: Victor Sir Griffith

Lord Seamus Suileabhan was eliminated

Sir Buqu vs Dreaded Bye Fighter for the bye: Victor Dreaded Bye Fighter

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Published: 09 March 2019

Round 4, weapon of choice, will proceed thusly:

Sir Buqu has the bye, the bye is non-destructive.

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Published: 09 March 2019

Round 3 results:

Sir Iohann vs Sir Adrien: Victor Sir Iohann

Sir Adrien de Calais was eliminated

Duke Jaxx vs Sir Decimus: Victor Duke Jaxx

Sir Decimus Modius Varro was eliminated

Sir Buqu vs Lady Kata: Victor Sir Buqu

Lady Kata Utamr Geirr was eliminated

Sir Griffith vs Lord Ilo: Victor Sir Griffith

Lord Ilo de Faux was eliminated

Sir Rowland vs Master Hawk: Victor Master Hawk

Count Giovanni vs Lady Gianina: Victor Count Giovanni

Lady Gianina the Wanderer was eliminated

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Published: 09 March 2019

Round 3, combatants fighting two weapons will proceed thusly:

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Round 2 results:

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Round 2, Weapon of Choice, will proceed thusly:

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Round 1 results:

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Round 1 is a single sword, best 2 of 3, non-destructive. It will proceed thusly:

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Published: 09 March 2019

Todays Crown Tournament will be fought two out of three fights, with double elimination as the format. 

Each round will have a specific weapon style. Round 1 is a challenge round chosen via order of precedence, it is non-destructive.

Here are today’s entrants.

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Published: 22 February 2019

URGENT NOTICE: At this time we ask that no new attendees come to Estrella War. It is not a difficult decision to want our guests safe.

This is subject to change if and when the site dries out. At this time, if you have people here and can get them offsite, you are welcome and encouraged to do so.

If you are already onsite you are welcome to stay. We ask the following:

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Published: 22 February 2019

Greetings!

The Battlemoor web site has been successfully moved to the Kingdom servers and is back up and running.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

Respectfully; in Service and Fealty,
THL Mathom the Malcontent
Outlands Kingdom Webminister

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Published: 22 February 2019

We are moving the Battlemoor site - it will be back up shortly!

Thanks for your patience!

Mathom, Kingdom Webminister

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Published: 23 January 2019

• officers
• help-wanted
• arts-and-sciences

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Published: 23 January 2019

• officers
• seneschal
• help-wanted

The Crown is searching for a new Kingdom Seneschal. The position manages all administrative duties for the Kingdom. Duties include: Coordination of all Kingdom Officers; Provides support and interpretation to Crown on Kingdom Law and potential changes to Law; Provides clear and consistent communication to Crown, Kingdom Officers, Seneschals and the populace; Manages Kingdom events and the Kingdom Calendar; Coordinates all Background Checks; Oversees the offices of Chatelaine, Media Relations, Waiver Secretary, Social Media and Youth Officer; Serves as a member of Kingdom Financial Committee, and many other duties. The position takes approximately 15-20 hours per week, mostly evenings. Must have a quick means of communication via phone and email, and internet access.

Interested persons are requested to submit letter of application to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

All letters are due no later than February 17th

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Published: 08 September 2018

Winner of the 2018 Outlands Crown Tournament

Count Hrorek Wolfson whom fought for Countess Slaine inghean Ui Sheanain

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Published: 08 September 2018

Jarl Hrorek Wolfson vs Sir Bardolf Gundwaldtsson

Jarl Hrorek is undefeated

Sir Bardolf will need to win 2 rounds, best 2 of 3 to be victorious.

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Sir Thorvald vs Sir Bardolf: Victor Sir Bardolf

Sir Thorvald Valdkrig was eliminated

Jarl Hrorek vs Sir Griffith: Victor Jarl Hrorek

Sir Griffith atte Dernedyngle was eliminated

NEXT UP, FINALS!!!

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Published: 08 September 2018

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Sir Thorvald vs Sir Griffith: Victor Sir Thorvald

Jarl Kolgrimr vs Sir Bardolf: Victor Sir Bardolf

Jarl Hrorek vs Dreaded Bye Fighter for the bye: Victor Jarl Hrorek

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Published: 08 September 2018

Round 6 will proceed thusly:

Jarl Hrorek has the bye

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Sir Thorvald vs Sir Taver: Victor Sir Thorvald

Sir Faolan MacEwan Taver was eliminated

Sir Bardolf vs Sir Griffith: Victor Sir Griffith

Jarl Hrorek vs Jarl Kolgrimr: Victor Jarl Hrorek

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Sir Thorvald vs Sir Felix: Victor Sir Thorvald

Sir Felix Sniumi was eliminated

Jarl Kolgrimr vs Sir Taver: Victor Jarl Kolgrimr

Sir Buqu vs Sir Griffith: Victor Sir Griffith

Sir Uighur-un Buqu was eliminated

Duke Walrick vs Sir Bardolf: Victor Sir Bardolf

Duke Walrick de Blakeney was eliminated

Count Giovanni vs Jarl Hrorek: Victor Jarl Hrorek

Count Giovanni di Sienna was eliminated

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Jarl Hrorek vs Sir Felix: Victor Jarl Hrorek

Jarl Kolgrimr vs Sir Adrien: Victor Jarl Kolgrimr

Sir Adrien de Calais was eliminated

Sir Buqu vs Sir Taver: Victor Sir Taver

Sir Thorvald vs Lord GunnolfR: Victor Sir Thorvald

Lord GunnolfR Grimsson was eliminated

Sir Bardolf vs THL Falnor: Victor Sir Bardolf

THL Falnor Lakemeirr was eliminated

Duke Jaxx vs Sir Griffith: Victor Sir Griffith

Duke Darius of Jaxartes was eliminated

Duke Walrick vs Sir Decimus: Victor Duke Walrick

Sir Decimus Modius Varro was eliminated

Count Giovanni vs Dreaded Bye Fighter for the bye: Victor Count Giovanni

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Published: 08 September 2018

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Count Giovanni has the bye

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Lady Gianina vs Lord GunnolfR: Victor Lord GunnolfR

Lady Gianina the Wanderer was eliminated

THL Christiane vs THL Falnor: Victor THL Falnor

THL Cristiane Woayde was eliminated

Duke Walrick vs Jarl Hrorek: Victor Jarl Hrorek

Count Giovanni vs Jarl Kolgrimr: Victor Jarl Kolgrimr

Sir Thorvald vs Sir Buqu: Victor Sir Buqu

Sir Adrien vs Baron Estavon: Victor Sir Adrien

Baron Estavon de la Vega was eliminated

Duke Jaxx vs Sir Bardolf: Victor Sir Bardolf

Sir Felix vs Master Hawk: Victor Sir Felix

Master Hawk Rill Hunnybun was eliminated

Sir Griffith vs Dominus Albinus: Victor Sir Griffith

Dominus Tiberius Aurelius Albinus was eliminated

Sir Taver vs Lord Ronan: Victor Sir Taver

Lord Ronan na f-Fiacal mac Conaill was eliminated

Master Adam vs Sir Decimus: Victor Sir Decimus

Master Adam Carmychel was eliminated

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Round 2 will proceed thusly:

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Round 1 will proceed thusly:

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Good Morning Outlands,

We are reporting live at the 2018 Outlands Fall Crown Tournament. The Barony of Aarquelle has provided a beautiful site and perfect fighting weather. We will have round by round updates as the list is announced. Todays Crown Tournament will be fought two out of three fights, with double elimination as the format.  The first round w, following rounds will be randomly selected.

Here are todays combatants:

Duke Walrick de Blakeney Fights For Duchess Cecilia Mowebray

Duke Darius of Jaxartes Fights For Countess Anna Mactaggart

Count Giovanni di Sienna Fights For Countess Gilliana Leigh Gallwey

Count J Hrorek Wolfson Fights For Countess Slaine inghean Ui Sheanain

Jarl Kolgrimr Olafsson Fights For Countess Kitta Ragnvaldsdottír

Sir Thorvald Valdkrig Fights For Mistress Thorhalla Bjarnadóttir

Sir Uighur-un Buqu Fights For THL Johanna Morganstern

Sir Felix Sniumi Fights For Lady Alexandra Orchestrina

Sir Bardolf Gundwaldtsson Fights For Mistress Sabiha Al-Zarqa Al-Karakiyya

Master Hawk Rill Hunnybun Fights For Mistress Nerissa Della Badessa

Master Adam Carmychel Fights For Sir Adrien de Calais

Sir Griffith atte Dernedyngle Fights For Lady Marija Zuzoric

Sir Faolan MacEwan Taver Fights For Lady Roana Campbell

Sir Decimus Modius Varro Fights For Mistress Maimuna al-Bukhariyya

Sir Adrien de Calais Fights For Master Adam Carmychel

THL Cristiane Woayde Fights For Master Jethro Stille

THL Falnor Lakemeirr Fights For Lady Kata Utamr Geirr

Baron Estavon de la Vega Fights For Lady Anneka Mikealsdottir of Hoglund

Lady Gianina the Wanderer Fights For Dominus Tiberius Aurelius Albinus

Lord Ronan na f-Fiacal mac Conaill Fights For Lady Illaria Joye

Dominus Tiberius Aurelius Albinus Fights For Lady Gianina the Wanderer

Lord GunnolfR Grimsson Fights For Duchess Cainnleach Uisser of Glendalough

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Published: 25 June 2018

JULY CHALLENGE - WHAT INSPIRES YOU!!!

Good day to all of the amazing artists and writers of the kingdom. Our newsletters across the realm need more articles and artwork from you. For the month of July's newsletter please submit articles or artwork about things that inspire you in the SCA.

Submit them to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and I will make sure they are featured in your area's newsletter. One of each will be chosen to headline the Outlandish Herald this month. Please submit by July 1st, 2018.

Yours in Service,

Lady Anneka of Hoglund

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Good News May 2018

Words from our local seneschals

Aarquelle – Seneschal: Generica McKenna
I Just got back from fighter practice. We had over 30 with about a dozen fighting. The last A&S had 26 in attendance. Our demo yesterday was a raging success and we had 2 new people at practice and a couple who are messaging like crazy to find out how to join. We're hosting Crown Tourney and have an A&S Fest, Harvest Fest, Viking Vinter and Spring A&S in the works. We've also agreed to combine Rapier Camp with Grace and Valor so we'll be holding out first joint event as a barony with Caerthe. Life is good in Aarquelle.
Upcoming Events:
- Sept 28-30: Rapier Camp
- Oct 13: A&S Demo
- Nov 24: Harvest Fest

al-Barran – Seneschal: Melodia Shaw
In al-Barran May means Outlandish. This years went well with over 500 for the first time in many years. We had two medical incidents, It has been years since we have had an ambulance on site but almost everyone reacted calmly and did as asked. The security team along with the Baronial guards were exemplary. Also the Outlandish site now has heated Showers.
Upcoming Events:
- July 20-22: Nock on Wood

Blackwater Keep – Seneschal: Devon
We continue to have monthly business meetings. We should be registered for the Peanut Valley Festival demo, we will be registered for the Roosevelt County Fair and already are for the Curry county fair.
We have decided to have a Raising of the Keep (not Razing) event Sept 20&21st. Lyra has volunteered to Autocrat this event for us.

Blaiddwyn – Seneschal: Sabiha al-Karakiyya
Blaiddwyn will be dormant for the summer, with activities starting again in mid-August.

Caer Galen – Seneschal: Rowena Colebrook
Caer Galen found new defenders for archery and equestrian at Condotierri.
We are almost ready to launch our new website with great excitement! It will have an events calendar, officers pages and links for newcomers.
Caer Galen is gearing up for Defender on June 30th at the Boulder County Fairgrounds. We will host our fencing and heavy tournaments to determine our new defender. There will be Quest for the Unicorn Horn, games and lots of pageantry.
Upcoming Events:
- June 30: Caer Galen Defender will be at Boulder County Fairgrounds

Caerthe Seneschal: Jeanne-Marie Oliver
Held two large events during the month of May. Spring Coronation and Condottiere. Both were well attended. We also had a demo at a local school that had a good number of our people including TE's make a showing.
The Collegi which is being held on the first thursday fighter practice has been well received. Hawk's Hollow Heralds office has conflict checked and sent in 25 local submissions. YAY! Heraldry! 
Our local A&S nights are being well attended
Upcoming Events:
- July 21-22: Science Faie
- October 6-7: Punkin Chuckin Festival
- January 5: 12^th Night

Citadel of the Southern Pass - Seneschal: Aoife Ruadh inghean Ragnaill
From the May Officer Meeting:
Baron and Baroness gave opening remarks.  They thanked the populous for coming and all their support. The last couple of weeks have been very busy and the active members have all been very busy. Remember that Grand Outlandish is coming and we want to be a baronial presence.
Thank yous to those who attended the White Mountain demo  Baroness, Rita, Carlos, Holly and Heather.
Coronation attended by Their Excellencies and family and Lord Julian.
MayDay Baronial Day/Mother's Day in the park was well contributed. The weavers and spinners from Nahrun came down as well as fighters and folks from al Baran. Warmin did an outstanding lunch and Sir Roger and Sir Conrad (sorry, don't know new name) organized the fighting. 
Their Excellencies expressed the importance or award recommendations. The service and contributions of the members need to be brought to the attention of the Crown and the Landed Barons. The recommendation form is online from the kingdom page.
Brandon...   Business cards ready.  He discussed and demonstrated the new marketing approach and internet database. He is developing a newcomer portal to southernpass.org. he is also working on an interest database and officers will e able to access mailing lists.  Brandon suggested a practice demo on how to talk to people about the SCA. Also developing a Silver Key program to "work the crowd".
Jessa discussed a picture book as an educational tool.
Tues. fighter practice moved from private residence to Veteran's Park in the N.E.
Rapier practice on Wed. at MGS  gaming store
Upcoming Events:
- June 9 – 10: Soldier Con on Ft. Bliss
- Aug 24 – 26: Hastilude
- Oct 12 – 14: St Edrick’s

Draca Mor - Seneschal: Sæunn Hrafndóttir
Our little Shire has acquired three new members! We have spent several weekends supporting our new members by working on armor and garb. They will be ready to attend Battlemoor and will likely be able to fight. Please come by and welcome our newcomers at the Draca Mor camp at Battlemoor! 
We are having regular fighter practices and members continue to stay busy with A&S projects. We did host an A&S weekend on May 19th and 20th, in Glenwood Springs, for our newcomers, and existing members, to work on armor. And on the 28th we held a Basic Tunic Making Class.
Planning for STAG (Summer Tournament and Games) continues and a date has been set for August 25, 2018. This will be a Prize Tournament and will be held in Glenwood Springs.
Also, we have a new website! But no worries it still has the same name: http://draca-mor.org.
Upcoming Events:
- Aug 23: STAG –Summer Tournament & Games

Dragonsspine - Seneschal: Mary of Lyonshall
Upcoming Events:
- July 14: Pas d' Armes
- Aug 17: Archery Collegium
- Sep. 16: A Plesaunt Hunt
- Oct. 27: Dragonsspine A&S
- Nov. 3: Holiday Bazaar

Drygestan - Seneschal: Christine Bishop
We are having business as usual. Outlandish was great fun with a number of Drgestani attending. We are having regular A&S classes and Fighter Practices.

Fontaine dans Sable - Seneschal: Adriana Lopes de Rodas
Upcoming Events:
- August 31 through September 3: Warders of the Western Gate

Hawk’s Hollow - Seneschal: Eric Morrison of Thistlekeep
Things are going great these past two months. We are looking forward to St Sebastians, the Estes Demo, the Pirate Fest Demo, Battlemore, Northern Realms War. Lots of Archery practices.
Several members attended Coronation. Yukiko was admitted into the Order of the Stag and Chalice and Dougal (sp) was admittesd into the Legion of Gallantry. Members of the Canton competed for the ranged weapons Champions. Baron Mahoney won Warden, MasterDaffyd won Warden.
Upcoming Events:
- August 4: St. Sebastians’s
- September 6-9 4: Estes Irish/Scottish Festival
- September 16: Northglenn Pirate Fest Demo

Nahrun Kabirun - Seneschal: Hayate Tachibana
Group doing well. 
Knight marshall polling. (Oleg Swhinghammer)
Asked for Letters of intent for A&S officer and Seneschal
Upcoming Events:
- June 22-24: Clann Wars

Plattefordham - Seneschal: Zvir L'vov syn Gorin
Upcoming Events:
- June 19-24: Northern Realms war in Piedmont SD

Rio de las Animas - Seneschal: Geua filia Guy
Upcoming Events:
- June will be make tunics, tabards, and hoods.

Unser Hafen - Seneschal: Soren Thorvaldsson
We had a nice showing at Condottirri, where three members of the Barony received their Award of Arms. We are having regular archery practices and have one new member whom met our archers at a practice.
We moved fighter practice to the park. We also had a revel/ pot luck to help celebrate summer.
We are having an outdoor revel in the park to help welcome Summer. We will hold equestrian & Archery Champions at Condotierri, and Fencing along with the Heavy Champion along side Cear Galen's Champions in June.  
Our next official event will be over Labor Day, then in September we will have our annual Newcomers event

Windkeep - Seneschal: Ursula Sturlasdatter
We have had a few people contact us about seeing who and what we are. We have seen one new family at fighter practice and hope we are slowly beginning to grow.
Dance Class went okay, we had about 20 people show up and it was good day. We are planning a A&S day in September to do silk painting.

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Submitted by Gunwaldt
Deputy Kingdom Seneschal

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Published: 12 May 2018

Words from our local seneschals

Aarquelle – Seneschal: Generica McKenna
Aarquelle celebrated it's first birthday with a lovely little event. We chose our new martial Defenders. Fighter practice and A&S nights are well attended. Spring Defender went well.
Upcoming Events:
- Sept 28-30: Rapier Camp
- Oct 13: A&S Demo
- Nov 24: Harvest Fest

al-Barran – Seneschal: Melodia Shaw
Upcoming Events:
- May 24-28: Grand Outlandish
- July 20-22: Nock on Wood

Caer Galen – Seneschal: Rowena Colebrook
Caer Galen will have our first outdoor fighter practice of the season May 1st at Roosevelt park in Longmont.
Caer Galen is thriving with 5-10 new fencers showing up at fighter practice monthly. Heavy is also doing well with 5-8 fighters at practice. 
Caer Galen Defender is coming June 30th. It will be held as a day event at the Boulder County Fairgrounds with potential for public attendance from the local farmer's market. Unser Hafen has expressed interest in sharing their defender tournaments with us on that day. There will be merchants, games and artisan demos along with heavy and fencing tournaments.
Upcoming Events:
- June 30: Caer Galen Defender will be at Boulder County Fairgrounds

Citadel of the Southern Pass - Seneschal: Aoife Ruadh inghean Ragnaill
April was a bustle of activities and attendance at kingdom and regional events, such as the well-attended Bar Maids in Citadel’s sister Barony of Mons Tonitrus. In addition to normal baronial activities (archery, A&S, fighting, choir, clothiers guild and cooks guild), the group continues to work on a large May Day populace event, which serves as a chance to celebrate the Mothers of the barony, along with appreciation for our area/group and recognition for any departing members (military). Additionally, the barony attended the El Paso Comic-Con. Weekly baronial activities remain well-attended and steady. 
Chatelain, Lord Esteban de Leon stepped down at the end of this reporting cycle to prepare for entry into the Navy at the end of May. We wish him fair winds and following seas.
Upcoming Events:
- Aug 24 – 26: Hastilude

Draca Mor - Seneschal: Sæunn Hrafndóttir
We are having more regular fighter practices and members continue to stay busy with personal A&S projects. We held our yearly Demo at The Grand Junction Renaissance Faire, April 21 and 22, 2018, which was a success, we had fighter's join us from outlying areas and we did acquire some very interested new candidates.
We will be hosting and A&S weekend on May 19th and 20th, in Glenwood Springs, for our newcomers, and existing members, to work on armor, garb, etc.
We were able to acquire a bank account, which turned out to be quite the challenge. All banks now require all businesses and non-profits to have a Colorado State Certificate of Good Standing. After out Exchequer did a little research it was discovered that the SCA already has a Certificate of Good Standing in the State of Colorado.
Planning for STAG (Summer Tournament and Games) continues and a date has been set for August 25, 2018. This will be a Prize Tournament and will be held in Glenwood Springs.
Upcoming Events:
- Aug 23: STAG –Summer Tournament & Games

Dragonsspine - Seneschal: Mary of Lyonshall
Upcoming Events:
- May 20: May Day
- June 8-10: Baronial Champions
- July 14: Pas d' Armes
- Aug 17: Archery Collegium
- Sep. 16: A Plesaunt Hunt
- Oct. 27: Dragonsspine A&S
- Nov. 3: Holiday Bazaar

Drygestan - Seneschal: Christine Bishop
Things are going steady here in Drygestan. We are holding regular A&S Classes and Fighter Practices. Many of us had fun helping out at the Albuquerque Renisance Festival. We are looking forward to Outlandish and plans for the Santa Fe Renisance Festival are coming along.

Fontaine dans Sable - Seneschal: Adriana Lopes de Rodas
April celebrated the 1 year mark of Their Excellencies Lingorm and Anna Katherine tenure as our Baron and Baroness of Fontaine dans Sable.
Medieval Muster has officially been moved to Wednesdays at Lord Bogdan's home to enable more members of the populace to attend. Muster will continue to be from 6-8pm. 
Fontaine's new website is up and running. The new site is fontaine.outlands.org There are resources for award recommendations and links to important SCA information from the BOD.
May A&S Night will be held on May 16th at Lord Bogdan's home at 6 pm. Lady Mel will be teaching period plants and herbs.
Upcoming Events:
- August 31 through September 3: Warders of the Western Gate

Hawk’s Hollow - Seneschal: Eric Morrison of Thistlekeep
Upcoming Events:
- August 4: St. Sebastians’s

Nahrun Kabirun - Seneschal: Hayate Tachibana
Upcoming Events:
- June 22-24: Clann Wars

Plattefordham - Seneschal: Zvir L'vov syn Gorin
The group is good as a whole. We are preparing for Northern Realms War, and Here there be Dragons.
Upcoming Events:
- June 19-24: Northern Realms war in Piedmont SD

Rio de las Animas - Seneschal: Geua filia Guy
Upcoming Events:
- May 13 will be the Baron's tourney and mom's tea.
- June will be make tunics, tabards, and hoods.

Unser Hafen - Seneschal: Soren Thorvaldsson
Unser Hafen is chugging along, and we are getting ready to head outside for the summer. 
Our new loaner gear for the fencers has arrived. Our Knight Marshal is going through the heavy weapons loaner gear. New signs for the events have arrived and they look very nice. People will easily be able to find us.
Three members of our populace received their Award of Arms at Kingdom A&S. The new Kingdom A&S Champion is from Unser Hafen (as was the previous one). We have lots of fencers, and I think a new Archery Marshal. We have a volunteer for a new hospitaler. Brewers Feast was well received and the autocrats are already thinking of doing it again.
We are having an outdoor revel in the park to help welcome Summer. We will hold equestrian & Archery Champions at Condotierri, and Fencing along with the Heavy Champion along side Cear Galen's Champions in June.  
Our next official event will be over Labor Day, then in September we will have our annual Newcomers event

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Submitted by Gunwaldt
Deputy Kingdom Seneschal

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Published: 24 April 2018

The Board of Directors has requested commentary on revised wording for a new Mission Statement and Core Values Statement. The proposed wording is as follows:

Mission Statement

The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is an international non-profit volunteer educational organization.

SCA is devoted to the research and re-creation of pre-seventeenth century skills, arts, combat, and culture, employing knowledge of history to enrich the lives of participants through events, demonstrations, and other educational presentations and activities.

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SCA Statement of Core Values

In pursuing its mission, the SCA is committed to excellence in its programs and activities and to

∙ act in accordance with the chivalric virtues of honor and service;

∙ value and respect the worth and dignity of all individuals;

∙ practice inclusiveness and respect pluralism and diversity;

∙ promote a safe and respectful environment for all SCA events;

∙ act with transparency, fairness, integrity and honesty;

∙ be a responsible steward of SCA resources; and, be committed to maintaining the trust of its members and participants.

It is the expectation of the SCA that its members and participants, in all events and activities of the SCA, will conduct themselves in accordance with these tenets.

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Comments may also be emailed to comments at lists.sca.org. Please use “Mission/Core" in the subject line. Comments may also be mailed to the attention of ‘Attn: Mission/Core’, SCA, Inc., P.O. Box 360789, Milpitas, CA 95036-0789.

Commentary will be accepted until June 1, 2018.

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Published: 24 April 2018

The Board of Directors is seeking commentary on the following policy proposal regarding hate speech and hate symbols.  

Advice is additionally being sought on whether to place this proposed amendment in (1) Corpora, which governs the SCA as a whole, including all kingdoms and Affiliates, or (2) the Corporate Policies, which govern only the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc., not the Affiliates.

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The SCA bars the use of hate speech and hate symbols.  The use of such will be sanctioned. The SCA notes that not all offensive speech is hate speech and recommends that the dispute resolution process be applied in matters of suspected hate speech.

Hate speech is not tolerated in the Society.  Please report any instances of hate speech to your Kingdom Seneschal, the Society Seneschal or the President immediately.  For more information about hate speech and the reporting of same, please refer to the Bullying and Harassment Policy, which can be found in the Seneschal’s Handbook.

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Comments may also be emailed to comments at lists.sca.org. Please use “Hate Ban" in the subject line. Comments may also be mailed to the attention of ‘Attn: Mission/Core’, SCA, Inc., P.O. Box 360789, Milpitas, CA 95036-0789.

Commentary will be accepted until June 1, 2018.

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Statement from the Board regarding Hate Speech and Hate Symbols:

­­­­­­­­­­­­The Board recommends that the Kingdoms implementing a ban on individual symbols, such as the swastika, discuss this with the Kingdom populace to ensure such action best serves everyone.

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Published: 12 April 2018

Good News March 2018

Words from our local seneschals

Aarquelle – Seneschal: Generica McKenna
Aarquelle is approaching it's first birthday (come to the party on April 28!) and we're looking at how well our processes have worked. 
Upcoming Events:
- April 28: Aarquelle Defender
- Sept 28: Rapier Camp
- Oct 13: A&S Demo
- Nov 24: Harvest Fest

al-Barran – Seneschal: Melodia Shaw
March had us running Crown tourney which went pretty well. We had a lot more people (272!) than expected show up causing us to run out of food for lunch. We are also planning for our upcoming events, GOT being the largest.
There is a change over of Seneschal for Blaiddwyn.  Mistress Sabiha will be assuming the role of seneschal for the college.
Upcoming Events:
- April 28: Albuquerque Renn Faire
- May 24-28: Grand Outlandish
- July 20-22: Nock on Wood

Blackwater Keep – Seneschal: Devon
We continue to hold our monthly group meeting and we have started to hold A&S meetings again. We are planning what activities we will participate in this year.

Bryngalou Seneschal: Kveldulfr Valbrandsson
Upcoming Events:
- May 12: May Day

Caer Galen – Seneschal: Rowena Colebrook
Upcoming Events:
- June 30: A day in the park (defender)

Caerthe – Seneschal: Gauvain Eisenbein
Upcoming Events:
- May 5-6: Coronation

Citadel of the Southern Pass - Seneschal: Aoife Ruadh inghean Ragnaill
March saw normal Citadel activities (archery, A&S, fighting, choir, clothiers guild and cooks guild), but with a marked focus on preparing for May Day and Hastilude, as both have assigned autocrats. Weekly baronial activities remain well-attended and steady. 
To our outgoing Chatelain, Lord Esteban de Leon. We wish him fair winds and following seas as he leaves for the Navy. Lady Angelica will take the helm in this critical position.
The Barony is preparing for a smooth transition of Archery Captain, with Lord James finalizing turnover to Lady Jessica, current Archery Champion. On a related Archery note, the Barony recently demo’d at the City’s Poppies Fest 2018 and brought the SCA to over 4,000 El Paso residents.
Upcoming Events:
- Aug 24 – 26: Hastilude

Draca Mor - Seneschal: Sæunn Hrafndóttir
Upcoming Events:
- April 22-23: Demo at the Grand Junction Renaissance Faire
- Aug 23: STAG –Summer Tournament & Games

Dragonsspine - Seneschal: Mary of Lyonshall
Dragonsspine is well! Everyone is looking forward to the warmer weather and outdoor events.
Upcoming Events:
- May 20: May Day
- June 8-10: Baronial Champions
- July 14: Pas d' Armes
- Aug 17: Archery Collegium
- Sep. 16: A Plesaunt Hunt
- Oct. 27: Dragonsspine A&S
- Nov. 3: Holiday Bazaar

Drygestan - Seneschal: Christine Bishop

Drygestan was quite active this month. Our fighter practices were well attended, and we had some great A&S classes. We have begun planning our Renaissance Festival Demo and are looking forward to helping will al-Barran’s Renissance Festival.
Fighter Practice is going great. Thorgrim is doing a great job as our new Knight Marshall.
I have asked the Populace to consider contacting an officer for an office that they would be interested in to find out what the job entails. I further urged them to step up as a deputy if they would like to to build a depth in our Officer Corps. I further urged Officers to read their Kingdom and Society manuals and create a local summary or book for others to use.

Fontaine dans Sable - Seneschal: Adriana Lopes de Rodas
March was quiet in Fontaine. Weekly Medieval Muster continued. Members traveled to Crown Tournament and Siege of the City for fantastic events.
To make Populace Meeting more accessible to the people of the barony, we are moving it back to Wednesdays. It will be held the first Wednesday of May. However, no consistent site has been secured. The site for May Populace is Lord Bogdan’s home from 6-8. It is potluck, with Officer’s Meeting at 6:30 and Populace at 7:00.
Medieval Muster continues to be on Tuesdays for the time being. We will continue to meet at Sunrise Church’s multi-purpose room from 6-8pm. 
Fontaine’s new website is up and running. Lady Wyolet is amazing. She is almost finished moving information from the old site to the new one. The new site is fontaine.outlands.org
Upcoming Events:
- August 31 through September 3: Warders of the Western Gate

Hawk’s Hollow - Seneschal: Eric Morrison of Thistlekeep
Everything is going smoothly. Still trying to increase interest in the group.
Our Chatelaine ran Caerthe's Newcomers event in March. A well attended event with a very interested group of first time attendees. Classes were held in a lecture style with time between for talking. Herald consultation saw two members from Caer Galen getting name and device forms ready to turn into the local herald.
We are getting ready for our demos at the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Festival in Estes Park in Sept and Northglenn Pirate Festival.
Upcoming Events:
- August 4: St. Sebastians’s

Nahrun Kabirun - Seneschal: Hayate Tachibana
Meetings still running smoothly, Always busy. All still going as planned.
Upcoming Events:
- March 23-25: Siege of the City
- June 22-24: Clann Wars

Plattefordham - Seneschal: Zvir L'vov syn Gorin
Group is doing good. Our feast o crat class went well. Working on Northern Realms War and Dragons. Fighter practice in Glenrock is doing quite well looking to move outside of the summer and pick up some more classes in Casper.
Upcoming Events:
- July 20-22: Northern Realms war

Rio de las Animas - Seneschal: Geua filia Guy
Upcoming Events:
- May 13 will be the Baron's tourney and mom's tea.
- June will be make tunics, tabards, and hoods.

Unser Hafen - Seneschal: Soren Thorvaldsson
Unser Hafen is doing well. We are up 6 paid members over the last 12 months. We will have a revel in the park in May with food and friends.
Upcoming Events:
- April 21: Brewer’s Feast

Windkeep - Seneschal: Ursula Sturlasdatter
We are looking to get back to having fun and growing. Fighter Practice Moves back to the park April 5th. Next A&S - Dance Revel - May 12th
Potential Demos: Celtic Festival June 9th, Christmas Parade,

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Submitted by Gunwaldt
Deputy Kingdom Seneschal

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Published: 23 March 2018

From the Desk of Lady Saerlaith inghean Robeaird:

Unto the grand populace of the Outlands do I send greetings! Our generous Crown has chosen many deserving individuals to be given peerages.

Those individuals that have been offered thus far will be giving their answers to our loving and benevolent King and Queen at the following events:

THL Harduin of Heristal - Order of the Laurel, Siege of the City in Nahrun Kabirun: Mar 23, 2018

His Excellency Marc Antoine de la Rue - Order of the Chivalry, A Sworded Affair in al-Barran: Apr 7, 2018

THL Zafirah al-`Aliyyah - Order of the Pelican, Kingdom A&S in Caerthe: Apr 14, 2018

His Excellency Gianni Sangermano - Order of Defense, Coronation in Caerthe: May 5, 2018

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Published: 12 March 2018

Good News February 2018

Words from our local seneschals

Aarquelle – Seneschal: Generica McKenna
A&S and fighter practice are both well attended. We've picked up a couple of new blue card holders from these.
Upcoming Events:
- April 219: Spring Defender
- Sept 28: Rapier Camp
- Oct 13: A&S Demo

al-Barran – Seneschal: Melodia Shaw
Our Feb meeting was held earlier in the month because of Estrella. But many people still attended and we are gearing up for our usually busy spring.
War was great for al-Barran. We had more people then anticipated show up and Volunteer hours were amazing. Guido court and green chili stew gathered the barony together as always.
Upcoming Events:
- April 7: Sworded Affaire
- April 28: Albuquerque Renn Faire
- May 24-28: Grand Outlandish

Bryngalou Seneschal: Kveldulfr Valbrandsson
Our last event, Feast of St. Bridget's Day, went very well. We had a great day of revel, games, and eating excellent food.
A&S is meeting twice a month to make garb and work on wonderful crafts.
We have an average of 5 fighters meeting once a week to practice heavy fighting,no injuries.
We have a new name and device approved recently and a badge has just moved to kingdom level for approval.
Upcoming Events:
- May 12: May Day

Caer Galen – Seneschal: Rowena Colebrook
TriBaronial went very well with many unique entries. We had over 130 people through gate. I made announcements to the populace about Doxxing, BOD changes to the SCA Mission Statement, and the SCA official release on hate speech.
Upcoming Events:
- June 30: A day in the park (defender)

Caerthe – Seneschal: Gauvain Eisenbein
Upcoming Events:
- May 5-6: Coronation

Citadel of the Southern Pass - Seneschal: Aoife Ruadh inghean Ragnaill
February saw normal Citadel activities (archery, A&S, fighting, choir, clothiers guild and cooks guild), but with a marked focus on preparing both seasoned players and newcomers for Estrella War. The barony had a large contingent attend and reports from barony members who attended are positive and a great time was had by all. The increase in attendees at weekly baronial activities is steady. In this reporting period, we have seen at least 7+ regular new faces. The excitement from the newcomers is palpable and the Baron/Baroness are ensuring that all newcomers have opportunities to do try any aspect of the SCA they feel drawn to.
Upcoming Events:
- Aug 24 – 26: Hastilude

Draca Mor - Seneschal: Sæunn Hrafndóttir
THL Egill Thorson won the Woodworking and Shire Award in the 2018 Tri-Baronial A&S Competition.
Members have stayed busy with personal A&S projects over the winter months. Planning for STAG (Summer Tournament and Games) continues and a date has been set for August 25, 2018. This will be a Prize Tournament and will be held in Glenwood Springs.
We continue to get ready for the yearly Demo at The Grand Junction Renaissance Faire, April 21 and 22, 2018.
Upcoming Events:
- April 22-23: Demo at the Grand Junction Renaissance Faire
- Aug 23: STAG –Summer Tournament & Games

Dragonsspine - Seneschal: Mary of Lyonshall
Upcoming Events:
- May 20: May Day
- June 8-10: Baronial Champions
- July 14: Thynaire d' Armes
- Aug 17: Archery Collegium
- Sep. 16: A Plesaunt Hunt

Drygestan - Seneschal: Christine Bishop
Drygestan went to War this year. While we didn't camp as a group, Drygestani we're on the heavy and rapier field, working security, and shopping. This month we look forward to attending Crown tourney and have some great classes scheduled at the South Side Library. We have had success in getting an Autocrat for the Renaissance Festival.

Fontaine dans Sable - Seneschal: Adriana Lopes de Rodas
February was quiet in Fontaine. Many members of the barony travelled to Atenveldt for Estrella, and, aside from the cold nights, much fun was had.
The new Fontaine website is in the works. The page is created using the kingdom hosting. Migration of information should be complete by mid-April.
Upcoming Events:
- August 31 through September 3: Warders of the Western Gate

Hawk’s Hollow - Seneschal: Eric Morrison of Thistlekeep
Group is going fine. We have a busy summer planned ahead. We are doing heraldic consultation in conjunction with the commentary meeting, there were two members at the last meeting who are working on submissions.  We are getting ready for our demos at the Longs Peak Scottish Irish Festival in Estes Park in Sept and Northglenn Pirate Festival.
Upcoming Events:
- August 4: St. Sebastians’s

Nahrun Kabirun - Seneschal: Hayate Tachibana
Group still going strong, A&S and Populace meetings still well attended.
Upcoming Events:
- March 23-25: Siege of the City
- June 22-24: Clann Wars

Plattefordham - Seneschal: Zvir L'vov syn Gorin
Group is doing well. The practice in Glenrock is going well, we are moving forward with NRW, and have a feast-o-crate class this weekend.
Lord Thomas Marston has just become the far north DAG for the Outlands, and his lady Syla Marston has just accomplished her Archery martial training.
Upcoming Events:
- July 20-22: Northern Realms war

Rio de las Animas - Seneschal: Geua filia Guy
Our small but growing group in the Southwest corner of Colorado have had good active meetings with short business and then activities to start our year. We are repairing equipment this year. We had a good finance committee meeting and have a good working budget. We also passed a rental agreement for loaner gear that is used without the marshal being at the event
Our monthly meeting was well attended (16) and we were able to say hello to 2 members who play celtic music on Sundays by going to the pub where they play. We set our schedule for 3 months out.
Upcoming Events:
- April 8 will be an archery day at a new location
- May 13 will be the Baron's tourney and mom's tea.
- June will be make tunics, tabards, and hoods.

Saint Golias Seneschal: Niccolo
On the 3rd, we hosted Southern War Practice, which was very well attended. We also had 10 students attend Estrella, 6 rapier fighters, 3 heavy fighters, and one for A&S.

Unser Hafen - Seneschal: Soren Thorvaldsson
Unser Hafen sent a small of handful of warriors down to Estrella.
We are seeing an influx of new students due to a flier posted around CSU. The flier has been successful in attracting new people to fighter practice.
We started Dance Practice again and held it twice in February, both had about 14 people in attendance! We will host it again in March.
Upcoming Events:
- April 21: Brewer’s Feast

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Deputy Kingdom Seneschal

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Duke Bela Kos VS Duke Walrick De Blakeney

VICTORY: Duke Bela Kos

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Duke Bela vs Jarl Kolgrimr: Victor Duke Bela
Jarl Kolgrimr Olafsson has been eliminated

Duke Walrick vs Sir Titus for the bye: Victor Duke Walrick


Spring 2018 Crown Tourament: FINAL ROUND

Duke Bela Kos VS Duke Walrick De Blakeney

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Duke Bela vs Sir Griffith: Victor Duke Bela
Sir Griffith Atte Dernedyngle has been eliminated

Count Robert vs Jarl Kolgrimr: Victor Jarl Kolgrimr
Count Robert Magnus has been eliminated

Duke Walrick vs Sir Decimus: Victor Duke Walrick
Sir Decimus Modius Varro has been eliminated

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Round 6 will proceed thusly:

Duke Bela vs Sir Griffith
Count Robert vs Jarl Kolgrimr
Duke Walrick vs Sir Decimus

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Jarl Kolgrimr vs Sir Griffith: Victor Jarl Kolgrimr

Duke Bela vs Count Robert: Victor Count Robert

Duke Walrick vs Sir Simon: Victor Duke Walrick
Sir Simon Montgumery has been eliminated

Sir Decimus vs Sir Titus for the bye: Victor Sir Titus

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Round 5 will proceed thusly:

Jarl Kolgrimr vs Sir Griffith
Duke Bela vs Count Robert
Duke Walrick vs Sir Simon
Sir Decimus has the bye