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Announcement: Commentary Request – Draft Corpora Wording – Omnibus Peerage Proposal

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Currently approximately 8000 people around the Knowne World actively participate in target archery, combat archery, siege weapons, thrown weapons and equestrian martial activities.  While no ultimate decision has yet been made the Board believes that a proposal of a path to peerage for these individuals is worthy of deep consideration.

Having received advice from the Peerage Committee, Directors have discussed the matter and following some minor amendments to language which align the proposed draft of Corpora wording to the existing patent orders, the Board feels that the proposal has matured to the point where commentary on the proposed Corpora wording from members is requested. This commentary will assist the Board in forming further decisions relevant to its consideration of this matter.

The draft Corpora language approved for commentary is:

VIII.A.4: 

e. The Order of <Name> 

(i) Members of the Order of <Name> may choose to swear fealty but are not required to do so. The candidate must have attained the standard of excellence in skill and/or knowledge equal to that of their prospective peers in a pre-17th century martial pursuit as practiced in the SCA, including, and limited to, target archery, combat archery, thrown weapons, equestrian activities, and siege engineers.  The candidate must have applied this skill and/or knowledge for the instruction of members and service to the kingdom to an extent above and beyond that normally expected of members of the Society. 

(ii) The duties of the members of the order are as follows: 

(a) To set an example of courtesy and chivalrous conduct on and off the field of honor. 

(b) To respect the Crown of the kingdom; to support and uphold the laws of the kingdom and Corpora. 

(c) If in fealty, to support and uphold the Crown of their kingdom. 

(d) To enrich the kingdom by sharing their knowledge and skills. 

(e) To enhance the renown and defend the honor of the peer’s Lady or Lord.

(f) To advise the Crown on the advancement of candidates for the Order of <Name>. 

(other sections re-numbered as needed) 

Knowing exactly what the people who work, study, and play in the Society want a potential new peerage to achieve and do will be key to moving forward in this discussion.  The Board welcomes any additional context that people feel may be of use to the discussion.

We are looking for your feedback – as you begin to type up your comments please feel free to include your thoughts on the following questions:

  • Does this language fill the gap I personally feel exists in the paths to peerage, why or why not? 
  • What is my ideal vision of a new peerage and its members? What virtue will they embody? 

EDIT: If you are a financial member of the SCA, please include the relevant information.

The expertise of our community is invaluable, and these responses will contribute significantly to an outcome that positions our Society to meet its goals and future opportunities.

Corpora, including the By-Laws, can be found in its entirety here: https://www.sca.org/resources/document-library/govdocs/.

Please email all commentary to SCA-Comments@sca.org and use the title “Omnibus Peerage Proposal” in the subject line.

NOTE: Do not use attachments in your commentary. Attachments will mark your message as spam and it will be rejected by the server.

You can also send commentary by mail, Postage-Prepaid, to:

Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc.
RE: Omnibus Peerage Proposal
P.O. Box 611928
San Jose, CA 95161

Commentary regarding this proposed Corpora change, must be received by the Board no later than April 2, 2024.

NOTE: 

The Board of Directors also expresses its gratitude and appreciation for the dedicated service of all those individuals who have worked tirelessly as members of the Peerage Committee.

As we acknowledge the duration of efforts relating to this work, with the Committee having fulfilled its requested function, the Directors commend all members and release the Committee from the work with the Board’s gratitude for their time and service.

 

Commentary Request – Draft Corpora Wording – Omnibus Peerage Proposal 

Announcement from SCA Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging

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From SCA Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging
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Big news and the Board wants your feedback!
Commentary Request – Proposed Changes – Chatelaine and DEIB
The Board of Directors is currently considering changes to Corpora. It invites commentary from the membership and participants.
These changes aim to enhance recruitment and member retention in the SCA
https://www.sca.org/news/commentary-request-proposed-changes-chatelaine-and-deib/?fbclid=IwAR00Q4lVYEWNAA611wRljo8K_H6B6sDRxJXDp3z1sy2ytegRsjYrNamV-pk

Calontir Muster for Gulf Wars

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Calontir! Do you hear the drums of war? Gulf wars approaches and Their Majesties have called the muster! https://www.gulfwars.org/

Please sign up at https://forms.gle/xbwLqEeFQ4FVNxSNA
It is important to know who plans to attend so that Their Majesties, the Generals, and the Soup Kitchen can prepare.

Winter War Maneuvers will be held this year in Wyvern Cliffe on Feb 17th. Come and practice and help support the Army! https://wyverncliffe.com/winter-war-maneuvers/

From Their Royal Majesties: Applications for Earl Marshal

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Greetings, Calontir!

As We announced in Court at Kris Kinder, We are seeking applications for the position of Earl Marshal.
Please submit your letter of application to the Earl Marshal at EarlMarshal@Calontir.org and to Us at Crown@Calontir.org.  Please also copy the Kingdom Seneschale at Seneschal@Calontir.org and Their Highnesses at Heirs@Calontir.org.
We would like to hold interviews at Clothiers’ Seminar.
If you have questions about the position, please reach out to Sir Bjarm.
Thank you!
~David and Rhianwen~

From Their Royal Majesties: Crown List

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Calontir EnsignCalontir!  Harken well, for before you lies the names of the next of Our lineage!  Of the list below, one pair will emerge as Our Heirs.

Tristram of Lindisfarne, for Gwyneth Felton

Robert Magnus, for Maggee Magnus

Colin James Maclachlan, for Elianor de Morland

Duncan MacTorquil, for Maria Arosa de Santa Olalla

Christopher Atrox, for Miranda Logansdottir

Elias de Jaye, for Adalyde Heloyz la Cantora

Emerick Blackpool, for Kolfinna Halvgrimrsdottir

Kjarr Hroereksson, for Nghuala Ingen Ui Fallamhain

Garsiyya al-Andalusi, for Ysabel de la Oya

Visvamitra Vimala Yavana, for Korinna the Scythian

Jon Chesey, for Berakha bat Mira v’Shlomo

Melchor Eichmann, for Luna di Caterino Tofani

Øyríkr Radúlfsson, for Lady Alicia Niel

Brynjolfr Falkason, for Aia Gold-Bearer (Eyfridr)

Charles Von Bayrreuth, for Robyn von Bayrreuth

Please join us at Our Crown Tournament to witness the honor and deeds that will reveal Our successors.
~David, Cyning~     ~Rhianwen, Cyninge~

 

Crown Tournament Letters of Intent

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Calontir Ensign

Although We have ascended the thrones what seems like mere moments ago, one of Our first duties as Crown is to secure Calontir’s line. To that end, Our Crown Tournament will be held on December 2nd in the Barony of Coeur D’Ennui. Should you wish to participate, please submit a letter of intent to Us and Our Senseschale no later than Sunday, November 19. Your letter must contain the following for both Combatant and Consort:

· Name and contact information
· Copy of your identification to verify age and residency
· Copy of your valid SCA membership card
· A statement of the reasons you wish to be Crown and goals should you ascend
· A listing of SCA events you have attended in the last 12 months

Please also review Kingdom Law and Corpora to ensure you meet the requirements for participation. If you have any questions regarding your qualification, please reach out to Our Seneschale promptly.

Crown Tournament will be fought in bouts of two-out-of-three unless the list becomes so large that this would make the tournament excessively long. The Crown will make the final decision regarding bouts the day of the tournament. No weapons restrictions will be imposed.

We thank all of you for your kindness and support of Our beautiful Heartland. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

David, Cyning Rhianwen, Cyninge

Seeking Next Society Seneschal

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The Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is seeking candidates for the position of Society Seneschal/Vice President for Operations.

The Society Seneschal is considered both a Society and Corporate officer, and is responsible for coordinating the administration of the Society’s historical re-creation. This involves directing the activities of the Kingdom Seneschals and of Society-level deputies. Where questions arise concerning the intent of Corpora, the Board specifically authorizes the Society Seneschal to make interpretations and clarifications. The Society Seneschal is also responsible for reviewing all sanction related activities.

This is a part-time stipend position requiring a minimum of 25 hours per week, often more.

For additional information: https://www.sca.org/news/applications-open-society-seneschal-vice-president-for-operations/?fbclid=IwAR0SZiXwPvwL0cQXWsHR8eUJltqHd2SyNWsoWiR0PDdRTJ6qTTCGg3vBRhM

 

Kingdom Calendar Changes

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At Coronation, it was announced that the Kingdom Calendar would be changing. The timeline:
December 2, 2023: Their Majesties David and Rhianwen hold Crown Tournament in the Barony of Coeur d’Ennui.
March 23, 2024: Their Majesties step down.
April 20, 2024: The Crown which stepped up in March holds their Crown Tournament.
July 13, 2024: The winners of the April Crown Tournament begin their reign. This also begins the new schedule, where Coronations are held on the second weekends of July and February and Crown Tournaments are held on the second weekends of April and November.