1978
AS XII & AS XIII
Shire of Starhaven founded
In January, 1978 the Shire of
Starhaven (Brevard County) was founded
Twelfth Night Revel
(From Oldenfeld's newsletter The Lion's Tale,
January 1978, AS XII) Oldenfeld's Twelfth Night Revel was held January 7
at the Chateau De Ville apartments. The feast was pot-luck with a Twelfth Night
cake provided by the Cook's Guild. Tamsin got the first bean and reigned with
Robert the Ruthless as Lady and Lord of Misrule. Scott the Younger got the
second bean and was the official fool for the evening. All revelers enjoyed
participating in several games, including a game of Plague with Aethelthryth as
Death. Festivities ended with a bardic circle and good wishes for the mundane
New Year.
Coronation, Kingdom of Meridies
(From Oldenfeld's newsletter The Lion's
Tale, January 1978, AS XII) January 13-15. Well, we are a Kingdom
(Meridies, that is) and we have a King and Queen. For those who could not make
it, Coronation of HRM Viscount Sir John Lord Bearkiller and his lovely Queen HRM
Viscountess Kassandra nik Kraken, was splendidiferous, if a wee bit on the nippy
side, event. In addition to the other activities several of the folk of Trimaris
were recognized for their accomplishment. Among them - Lady Enriqueta and Lord
Timor of the Canton of Narval Dorado, along with our Lion's Tale editor Lady
Selena were given Award of Arms. Seamus McCryu McHoo was selected by TRM as Poet
Laureate of the Kingdom of Meridies for his epic poem. Isabeau the Fool was
appointed as the Royal Jester for Meridies for doing what she does best.
Finally, in addition to winning the metalwork competition for his lost wax
casting, Lord Tetsuo Sakura was inducted into the Chivalry. So, Trimaris has its
first new Knight in many moons. And Finally, Warjna zem Lyscil was called before
TRM (after she had performed several of her compositions) and was presented with
an Award of Arms.
An Crosaire's Historian's report
An
Crosaire's historian, Knikolos Major, reported in his historian's report for
January and February 1978 that activities have been numerous and well carried
off. We greet an average of three new people at each shire meeting,(which
seems to be twice a month). The shire meetings are normally held at the J.W.
Rietz Union of the University of Florida and workshops at Riku-no-Ha (home of
Lord Tetsuo and Lady Kimineko).
St. Valentine's Massacre
On 2-10/12-78, An Crosaire held "St. Valentine's
Massacre" at Otter Springs, Wilcox Fl. The populace of An Crosaire decided that
this was to be an annual event.
Birthday Tourney
2/78, Castlemere held a Birthday Tourney - no
information was available concerning this event.
USF Demo
On 2-17-78, the Canton of Narval Dorado participated in a
medieval dance symposium in which the Canton Seneschal, Enriqueta and other
canton members participated in dance, classes and practice presented by
Sarasota, New Collegium of the University of South Flowers (USF)
Science Report by Morric Haast
Another Wyvernwood group project was done
in February and will be seen at the Arts &Sciences Triad. Based on a similar
project done in Sir Bruno & Lady Kata's former principality of Drakenwald
(Germany), it is a wall diaper made from a sheet of cotton fabric with a
repeating design done with linoleum blocks. The overall design consists of
square lozenges set within a lattice framework, the four lozenge designs being
the baronial wyvern, the triskele of Trimaris, the tri-corporate lion of the
fighting force of Wyvernwood, Narval Dorado & West Isles, and the laurel
wreath of the SCA. Its construction took place at two work parties which also
included fighter practices, cook-outs, a contract meeting (for the up-coming
Largo Renaissance Festival) and classes in protocol and construction of period
folding chairs (a la Ld. Ragnar)
Wyvernwood Revel
3-4-78 The Barony of Wyvernwood held medieval dance
classes and a Revel at the University Chapel Fellowship, at the University of
South Florida. Dinner was Duc de Pot Luc. The notice was signed by Lord
Bronislous of Vilnius, Seneschal of Wyvernwood. Sir Tetsuo Sakura, Lady
Kimineko Sakura and Siobhan ni Filieacht attended from An Crosaire.
Folk Fair
On 3-17/18-78 the Canton of Narval Dorado presented medieval
English costume and manners for the patrons of the Folk Fair at the request of
the English Society.
Shire of Darkwater founded
On 3-24-78 The Shire of Darkwater
(Orlando) was founded by Lord Ecmude Kandulam the Pole and his lady. The shire
was officially recognized at Wyvernwood's Baronial Bash, 8-8-78
Starhaven Event
In 3/78 Starhaven held their first official event/revel
at Lady Strider's home
Feast of Fools
(From Oldenfeld's newsletter The Lion's Tale,
January 1978, AS XII) On 3-31/4-2-78 Oldenfeld held a "Feast of Fools" at
St. Andrew's State Park in Panama City. This is a primitive site, facilities are
available as well as running water. (Cost is $.52 per person, per night).
Saturday will be filled with real melee and Baffle melee. Saturday night is a
Feast of Fools with many succulent goodies planned to eat. For a menial sum, a
mere pittance of $4.00 you will be served delicacies of Old and New World. A
contest for a Fools Punch is on. The winning recipe will be made up and served
at feast and the winner will receive a prize. Also, there will be a contest for
the Lord of Misrule. Autocrat Isabeau the Fool.
Largo Renaissance Festival
per Morric Haast in his science report.
"Despite the dearth of large events now, productive spirits have been
sustained by the Renaissance Festival opening in late March. The bay area, under
the supervision of Lady Orianna Goldenhair (Wyvernwood's seneschal) has
contracted to perform six times a day for the six weekends of the festival; the
performances will range from armoring demonstrations to singing to list combat.
This commitment, plus the festival's insistence upon 1450-1600 costumes and
armor, have kept our hands well occupied. Vikings and samurai are grudgingly
acquiring doublets and late-period accessories, and armor is being built and/or
altered to make the fighting as authentic as is possible. Last years
festival was the most beneficial activity to the Barony. In addition to the
festival's impetus to finish and perfect projects on weekly deadlines, some of
our most promising members came from last year's fair, and this is our greatest
return.
Medieval Fair
On 4-9-78, the Barony of Wyvernwood and the Canton of
Narval Dorado added heightened presence to the Sarasota Medieval Fair and
presented medieval combat upon the field of honor, both set matches and melee.
Also, allowing spectators to obtain the feeling of medieval social interaction
and society combat.
Meridies Crown List
4-22/23-78 Many people from Trimaris attended
Meridies Crown List which was held in Lafayette LA. At that event Lady
Kimineko was awarded the Order of the Velvet Owl and Sir Tetsuo became Queen's
Champion by being in 3rd place. (per An Crosaire's Historian, Knikolos Major)
AS XIII (1978-1979)
May Day Celebration and New Years Revel
4-28/5-2-78 An Crosaire held a
"Celebration of May Day and the Greeting of the New Year" event combined with a
mini-renaissance faire held on the campus of the University of Florida. On
Friday, there was an exhibition list, displays of medieval arts and crafts, and
singing by the Renaissance Ensemble. Then the event was moved to Otter
Springs for two days and nights of fun and reveling. The event was
autocrated by Seamus McCryu McHoo and Knikolos Major. Trimarians from
Wyvernwoode, Narval Dorado, Starhaven, Hunter's Glade, An Crosaire and
Castlemere attended.
Starhaven's Mini-Revel
On 5-6/7-78 Starhaven held their first
Mini-Revel. Seamus presented Strider a gift of "cow poetry" written by the
shire and an "other udder". He was presented with the plastic buzzard for
being caught as mundane.
Trimaris Memorial Tourney III
On 5-27/29-78 the Shire of An Crosaire
hosts the Trimarian Memorial Tourney III, at O'Leno State Park. Games and
contests - the usual - plus kite flying and kite fights. The Wyvern's Roost,
bring your flea market trinkets and treasures to sell. Contests will be handled
the "immemorial" way, that is Trimaris groups are asked to send the autocrat
their 3 choices of contests/games. Sponsor will need to furnish judge(s), prizes
and rules/instructions and will conduct the game/contest. Cedrin and Lady Kimi
sponsored embroidery. Seamus sponsored Sumo Wrestling and the Poet Laureate of
Trimaris, and Knikolos sponsored open sewing. Knikolas gave a class on costuming
and Siobhan gave a tatting class & Cher gave an embroidery class.
The
Trimaris Council will meet, andy questions and/or agenda input should be
addressed to Lord Eric of Skaan. The Guilded Ladle will be awarded for the best
course at the feast. The Plastic Turkey will be flapping about - so leave your
mundanities at home. The Baron's Award for most medieval presence will be
awarded by Master Taly and the Trimaris Seneschals.
(Arts report) In the
competitions, Sir Tetsuo won Vinting and Seamus won the Most Medieval Presence.
Saelind Ericdohtor won the fine arts contest with her triptich showing 3
medieval persons, done in oil painted gesso applied to rustic wood panels in
sculpted relief. ‘Queta won the Costume Contest with her completely hand
stitched velvet and hand beaded brocade Tudor styled gown. A note in the Arts
Report stated that Seamus made a Hobbye Cockroach for the Dame's Joust; Siobhan
made a brown Arabian Hobbye horse; and Knikolus made a Hobbye Griffin. The
creator of the Hobbye Horse pattern was Lady "Queta who also made 4 horses, a
Hobbye Llama (which won the Best Beastie contest) pattern, and a Hobbye Skunk
pattern. Feastcrat was Sir Tetsuo
Seamus won Troubadour of Trimaris with his
"The Daemon Blade"
Jannara of Ariea won Poet Laureate
Midsummer Revel
6-17-78 in celebration of the First Anniversary of the
Canton of Narval Dorado a Midsummer's Eve Revel and birthday celebration for
Aerinder (mascot). The event flyer stated "Aerinder, beloved mascot and symbol
of Narval Dorado doth beg your attendance at a revel to be held at House Dudley,
June 17, XXII, A.S., to celebrate Aerinder's Birthday, Midsummer's Eve and the
First S.C.A. anniversary of House Dudley. Pray you attend us at this gala
affair, Gentles. There will be a bardic circle and feast and other manner of fun
and games. This event was autocrated by Kat Dudley.
Listed officers for Narval Dorado were:
Lady Enriqueta Isabel de
Reyes y Mora (Harriet Stetser) - Seneschal
Lord Timur von Schlockmeyer
(Garry Stetser) - Minister of the Arts
Lord Artorius Raed-wulf (Art
Jungwirth) - Herald
Jullianus - Marshal
Lady Catherine "Kat"
Dudley (Dian Dudley) - Exchequer & Historian
Fergus MacKincora
(Mike Essser) - Minister of Science
Muhammed Ibn Abu Bekr (George
Ellis) - Chirurgeon
Other listed members of Narval Dorado were Owen Dudley; Jadwiga, Sin,
Bamchut, Jirel ni Cahil, Jannara of Ariea, Christiant Aurdona, Michael
Kennethson, Saelinda Ericsdottor, Adloph, Anne of Liesse, Dunchadh of Icomkill,
Meagan Colleen Desmond, Urien MacTalan, Cooimhin MacRiagan and Ceann MacRiagan.
In the arts report for July, Ld Timur von Schlockmeyer stated that Lady
Enrequeta designed the Wyvern's Claw pendant for Master Taliesynne, Baron
Wyvernwood for the baronial award. She made the sculpted wax original to be used
to make the mold from which Sir Tetsuo will cast the metal pendant.
Sir Orlando's Coronation
7-15/15-78 Trimarians traveled to Meridies for
the Coronation of Sir Orlando. An Crosarians, Seamus McCryu McHoo and Dafydd
Dragonstar received their Award of Arms and Lady Kimi was made a member of the
Queen's Ladies-in-waiting. Seamus' Companiate of Bards was discussed and he
surrendered the Poet Laureatship to Shoshanna.
Court of Love Revel
7-22-78 the Shire of Oldenfeld held a revel at Ruge
Hall. Feast was a covered dish and each dish was to contain at least one
aphrodisiac ingredient.
Castlemere's First Event
7-28/30-78 The Shire of Castlemere held it's
first event over the weekend at Ft. Clinch State Park at Fernindina Beach.
This was a camping event with feast on Saturday night. Schedule of events are 9
am weapon event, 10 am weapon display, 1 pm baffle melee and bonkers, 4 pm
tourney, 8 pm feast. A later science report indicated that approximately 50
persons attended.
Master's Feast
On 8-12-78 the Shire of Oldenfeld held a feast at Lady
Asdis Shadowdottir's home. The feast was Middle Eastern dishes.
Feast of the Harvest Moon
8-19-78 The "Feast of the Harvest Moon" was
held by the Barony of Wyvernwoode. Promised was good company, scholarly
pursuits and mad revelry. The autocrats for this event were Corineous
Kilwitch and Keana of the Star Eyes and was held at the Holiday Trailer Park in
Tampa, just past the "Land of the People of the False Teeth". At this
event Dafydd Dragonstar officially resigned the office of Regional Herald and
Cher de Bellevue was installed in his stead.
Peasant's Revel and Tourney
(From Oldenfeld's newsletter The Lion's Tale,
July 1978, AS XII) On 9-2-78 the Shire of Oldenfeld's Peasant Revel has
become a tourney. However, all must remember that the emphasis is on peasant,
not tourney. Hence, armor will consist mainly of ample padding with perhaps a
plain cloth over tunic, although no tunic would probably be better. No plate
armor, surcoats, brigandines, etc. will be allowed. Weapons include cudgels,
axes, short swords and well padded quarter-staffs. There will also be melees in
which all can participate, especially a "stone" throwing free-for-all (the
stones will consist of wads of duct tape). There will be competitions for the
most original peasant weapon and the best looking peasant rock. Everyone is
requested to bring a dish for feast. There will be another groveling contest
this year - so come prepared.
In September, 1978 the Canton of
Narval Dorado was elevated
to Shire status
Revel and Mini-Tourney
Wyvernwood held a mini-tourney and revel on
Saturday, 9-30-78 for the express purpose of recruitment purposes in our area
and an opportunity for the fighters in other groups to get some bashing in with
people they are unfamiliar with. The tourney was at SUF near the chapel
Fellowship Hall. A revel was held later with Wyvernwood supplying the main
dishes and guests bringing fruits and side dishes. The announcement was
signed by Ushio Kamashita, Seneschal
Publicity!
A mention in the "Friends & Neighbors" section of the
Miami Herald on 10-1-78 reads "WARNING- If you see a bunch of lords and fair
ladies engaged in dubious battle with the Greynolds Park Mound today there is no
cause for alarms. It might just be the Society for Creative Anachronisms,
Inc. pursuing their favorite pastime - stirring up the mists of yore.
Seneschal Bruce Cole, of the Shire of South Keep (Miami) of the Kingdom of
Meridies (Florida to Tennessee) said the club members would show up in full
medieval garb, have a procession, dance a medieval dance and perform their
version of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales."
UF Demo
On 10-6-78, An Crosaire held a demo at the University of
Florida. A table was set with examples of SCA type arts and crafts.
A scenario between Lord Seamus and Sir Tetsuo was acted out with one insulting
the other, a challenge made, a fight ensued (complete with a chivalrous act),
the offender defeated, a formal apology made, and the two men made fast friends
over the cups. Seamus played his pipes and several ladies danced.
Siobhan and Cedrin gave a recorder demonstration, and twilzie whopping ended the
day.
The Poobah Event
The flyer for the 10-6/8-78 event put on by An Crosaire
started out with "Ever wanted to know what a Poobah did on his day off?
They went on to say "the Great Poobah is a fine, upstanding person of spotless
moral character, he does have one flaw when it comes to being silly; he is
obsessed with all that is tacky." The event, held at Otter Springs
Campground, contained such happenings as:
Weird Weapons Tourney- since there
will be fighting, bring out all those broken, old, and weird weapons, however,
they must be able to damage the user more than the opponent.
Challenge
fighting - the ever popular three peasants against a noble as a highlight,
however challenges are encouraged to all who would like to see a grudge carried
out. The winner of the most ingenious challenge to be accepted will be given a
favor by the Poobah.
Tacky jewelry contest - This is the time to unbury all
those ugly relics you thought, if you ignored them they'd go away. You are only
allowed to enter one tacky item per category: rings/bracelets, pins, earrings -
and the winner will receive the plaudits of the Poobah and a prize.
Collsium
Cerebrium with classes offered - Simple games for the simple minded, teeth
picking, music theory of mud and shovels, middle Mongolian belching, how to find
thy mouth, silly dances, basket unweaving, identification of the nobles, ant
skinning, and how to recognize trees from a long way off, Insult and flattery
contest - You think the wench next door is pretty but her husband is a bum -
what would you say? This is the opportunity to tell people what you really think
of them.
Aquatic mayhem - for those of you who cant swim, basic survival is
being taught so that you may at least be able to recognize the difference
between breathing air and breathing water (hint: water is wet)
Groveling and
hem-kissing contest - (It is rumored that the King is very good at this). The
best groverlier and hem kisser gets a special prize from the Poobah
Face
stuffing (or better known as feast) - Strictly bring you own swill. And Clean up
after you're finished - the Poobah may be tacky, but he does like to see a clean
camp.
Grand Procession of the Poobah and court where awards were given to
the winners of the contests, with the evening to end in Bardic.
This event
was autocrated by Cedrin Etainnighean and Seamus McCryu McHoo.
The
event report stated that the day begun with bonker shinny and rock throwing
(nerf). Later classes were given - Seamus taught mouthfinding, Cedrin and
Kriemhilde taught twit games, Yari taught Fractured Heraldry, Siobhan taught
Stupid Peasant Dances and Jed taught foot reading. In the evening the
court of the Great Poobah was begun with the assasination of the First Poobah by
a Ninja and Snerd the Wise was installed. The Haboops were announced, the
Ninja was "knighted", the Haboops danced and grapes were thrown. Prizes were
given.
6th Annual Baronial Bash
Wyvernwood held "The 6th Annual Baronial Bash"
on 10-27/29-78 at Withlacoochee State Forest. Scheduled were Collegium
classes, fighter clinics and melees, a calligraphy contest and the wedding of
Michael Dolinar and Muireann Deora-De (called Strider). This event was
autocrated by Yushio Kamashita (and all for the sum of $3.50 per person
including feast)
(per An Crosaires Domesday report) Yari received the Order
of the Wyvern's Claw. Cedrin, jed, and Knikolos presented scrolls to Dolinar and
Strider. Cher presented a cookbook, and Sir Tetsuo and Lady Kimi presented home
cast brass menuki. All shire members in attendance went to the marriage of
Dolinar and Strider. Seamus aided in the emergency of a burn victim and Cedrin's
Harpers Guild was discussed.
Martinmas Moot II
11-10/12-78 An Crosaire sponsored Martinmas Moot held
at Torreya State Park. A fighter clinic sponsored by Sir Tetsuo and Lord
Seamus was held with 20 people participating. Classes in basic combat skills,
advanced techniques, training in various weapon styles, discussion of SCA
combat. Emphasis will be on improvement, communication and cooperation.
Instruction in the gentler arts such as court dancing are planned.
Listed guests included people from Wyvernwood, Hunter's Glade, Starhaven,
Oldenfeld, Castlemere plus Loraybech from the incipient shire at Macon, Tailefer
from Grey Niche, and three person from the Shire of the Osprey.
Sangre del Sol & Southkeep Picnic
11-19-78 Sangre del Sol and
Southkeep hosted a picnic held at John Easterlin Park for the southern
shires. Fighting and fencing was planned along with other games.
Saturnalia
11/78, Castlemere held "Saturnalia" with gladiatorial games,
Olympic style events, which was attended by several other groups.
Publicity!
12-6-78 South Keype and Sangre del Sol were featured in an
article in the Miami Herald as the members were planning a Yule Feast honoring
the 13th year of the Society.
Madrigal Dinners
12-1-78, Members of An Crosaire attended a madrigal
dinner, which included Sir Tetsuo, Lady Kimi, Jed, Kriemhilde, Lord Seamus, Lord
Yari, Knikolos, Robin, June, Siobhan, Barbara, Cedrin , Dolinar and Strider from
Star Haven and His Royal Majesty Sir Orlando from South Downs attending. The
King was recognized by the Lord of Misrule and the performers. He also danced
with the performers. Various members sang along with the singers during the
evening.
Christmas List and Art/Science Faire
On 12-8/10-78, Starhaven/Hunters
Glade/An Crosaire sponsored a Christmas List and an Arts & Science Faire at
O'Leno State Park. An open competition will include calligraphy,
illumination, drawing, needlework, costuming, entertainment, armoring, brewing
and vinting, casting and metalwork, carving and woodwork, and domestic
sciences. Cher and Kimi judged all the Arts contests and Jed judged all
the sciences but calligraphy and drawing. The awards were hand
calligraphed and Sir Tetsuo constructed medallions.
From Domesday report
from Jed Silverstar, MoS, Trimaris Over 80 gentles were in attendance from every
corner of Trimaris and the Kingdom at large. The four autocrats were Lady
Gwynnedd ap Gwynnedd for Arts; Jed Silverstar for Science; Lady Siglinde von
Truso for Feast; and Lord Ewold Hvelarsom for the Lyst. Sciences were well
represented with 4 entries in armoring; 3 entries in carving and woodwork; 3
entries in casting and metalwork, 3 entries in brewing and vinting; 4 entries in
domestic science and 6 entries in scientific discourse (articles).
Christmas Revel
On 12-23-78 Narval Dorado had a Christmas Revel "Come
one, come all to celebrate the Yuletide season and enjoy the cheer of good
company and fine spirits. The fun begins at 8:00 pm. Bring all your best songs
and poems for we'll gather round the fireplace and recite them all in proper
Bardic Circle style. Some wassail will be provided, but bring your own mix too,
we're always ready to try something new." Autocrat Jirel ni Cahil.
Yule Feast
On 12-29-78 Sangre del Sol held a Yule Feast which was
autocrated by Talisman. Guests were from Sea March, South Keype, Starhaven
and the Miami Renaissance Guild. Seating was by shire and there was no
head table.
Trimaris Council of Nobles as of December 1978 AS XIII
Seneschal Lady Enriqueta Isabel de Reyes y Mora
Marshal Cole of Cornwall, Southkeype
Sciences Jed
Silverstar, An Crosaire
Arts Lady Gwynneth ap Gwynneth
Herald Lord Yari Sakura
An Crosaire Siobhan ni
Filidheacht
Castlemere Toshiro Musashi
Darkwater Kundulum
the Pole
Hunter's Glade Lady Sieglinde von Truso
Mathom Trove Knicolos
Major
Narval Dorado Lady Enriqueta Isabel de Reyes y Mora
Oldenfeld Aethelthryth of Acleah
Sangre del Sol Loadomia Diaz de
Valencia
Sirenia Xigunder
Southkeype Cole of Cornwall
Starhaven Lady Muireann deora-de
Wyvernwoode Yushio Kamashita
Peers
Sir Tetsuo Lord Sakura
Sir Bronislaus Lord
Vilinius
Sir Koppel
Master Taliesynne Lord Nycheymwrh