Court Summary from Masters of the Duel, 20 July A.S. 59

Detail of fol. 5r from Royal Armouries Ms. I.33, circa 1300. Public domain in the US

This reporter did not go to the event. My thanks to Honorable Lady Ysabel de la Oya for taking notes in court. As always, any corrections are welcome.

In evening court:
Andreas de Valencia – Stile Fyrd
Seathrún Brock, dictus Badger – Stile Fyrd
Murdoch MacLachlan – Stile Hirth (The medallion first belonged to Ravasz János, and then to Giacomo dalla Fattoria dello Stato.)

Other court tidings:
Master Joachim de Courtenay der Marxbruder won the Masters of the Duel tournament.
Honorable Lady Giovanna Canzoniera da Firenze and Baroness Nadya Helming, as event stewards, shared news of the day and received gifts from His Majesty.
There were 82 attending.
Baronages, Chivalry, Laurels, Masters of Defense, Royal Peers, and the populace swore fealty, each in turn, according to their station.
The Baronage of Three Rivers begged leave to step down. Letters of intent will be accepted until September 15.
Master Joachim Courtenay der Marxbruder brought news of Vindheim’s upcoming first Academia della Spada. This event is patterned after Masters of the Duel.
2 newcomers received mugs.
Duke Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis urged the populace to sign the Pennsic muster, and reminded all about the Calontir party.

Court summaries from the Coronation of Robert and Magge, 13 July A.S. 59

Painting of the League of the Holy Court, circa 1375. Public domain in the US

Final business of Elias and Adalyde:
Inez Errotabehere – Golden Calon Swan
Elisabetta da Bolzano (di Tres Fiumi) – Court Baronage
Yngvarr Bjarnakarl – Cross of Calontir

First court of Robert and Magge:
Roger Warwick – King’s Champion
Grimmbrand Hundeman – Queen’s Champion
Domina Atia Albia Tamara, Duke Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis, Duchess Catalina de Arazuri, Duke Donngal Eriksson, Duke Hirsch Ross Eichmann, Duchess Magdalena vander Meere, Duke Marius Lucian Fidelis – Thegns
Øyríkr Raðúlfsson – Sword of Calontir
Giulia Isabella da Venezia – Cross of Calontir

Other court tidings:
A boon was begged for Honorable Lady Emma Ness to join the Order of Chivalry.
A boon was begged for Countess Xorazne Artsruni to join the Order of the Pelican.

On the field:
Áed mac Cormaic Uí Feidhlim – Stile Fyrd
Kjaran Hrœreksson, dictus Cearr – Stile Hirth
Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis – Stile Hirth
Joachim Courtenay der Marxbruder – Iren Fyrd
A boon was begged for Honorable Lord Christopher Atrox to join the Order of Chivalry.

Evening court:
Zafara Baabur – Calon Lily
Elias de Jaye – County
Adalyde Heloyz la Cantora – County
Aoife inghean Uí Tormaigh – Torse
Uesugi Katsumoto – Torse

Other court tidings:
2 newcomers received mugs.
Members of the populace swore fealty.
Lord Guttormr Ragnvaldsson thanked the people of Calontir for their generosity after the flooding in Villa Frumentaria, and announced that the shire would host a revel at Raid or Trade.
Countess Rhianwen ferch Bran ap Gruffydd announced that she is seeking a successor as chair of the Lilies Committee, and that bids for Lilies 2025 would be accepted until September 1.
Hálfgrímr riddari shared news of the upcoming Chilies event.
Honorable Lord Kjaran Hrœreksson, dictus Cearr, won the Blank Border competition.
Their Excellencies Saito Takauji and Lelia Corsini, as event stewards, shared news of the day and received gifts from Their Majesties.
There were 242 attendees at the event.
Duke Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis won the armored tournament.
Her Royal Majesty Magge declared Herself winner of the A&S competition, and gave tokens and thanks to all who entered.
Countess Branwen ferch Rhael and Lady Georgette Durning spoke of the upcoming Raid or Trade event.
A boon was begged for Lady Grete Leysin to join the Order of the Laurel.
A boon was begged for Honorable Lord Melchor Eichmann to join the Order of Chivalry.
A Temporary removal from Participation was pronounced against Berke Chinua.
His Grace Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis asked for donations to the Pennsic party fund.
Duke Joseph Angus Wilson brought news of the upcoming March Warden event in Grimfells.
A boon was begged for Honorable Lord Grimmbrand Hundeman to join the Order of Chivalry.

Court Summaries from Lilies War, June 7-16, A.S. 59

As the War of the Lilies has multiple opportunities for court, this reporter could not be everywhere and attend all courts. I apologize in advance for any missing awards and/or misspelled names, and will gratefully accept corrections to this report. Please contact me at dorcaswhitecap@gmail.com

Illustration of the Battle of Barnet (14 April 1471) on the Ghent manuscript. Public domain in the US

Sunday field court, June 9:
Konáll bǫsull – Chivalry

Sunday evening court:
Gillian of Three Rivers – AoA
Egilla Gustavsdottir – Queen’s Chalice
Gaius Flavius Auxilius – Calon Cross
Emma Under Foot – AoA
Charles von Bayrreuth – Torse
Lucinda Whyteland – Calon Lily
Alys Knighton, dicta Apple – Pelican
Alianora Jehannette des Amandiers – Calon Cross

Other court tidings Sunday evening:
Lord Mkty Nakhthor and Lady Inez Errotabehere brought news of the upcoming Vertigo event.
Mistress Gianna Viviani stepped down and Mistress Gyða glóra swore fealty as the new Kingdom Minister of Arts and Science.
His Excellency Saito Takauji and Mistress Gyða glóra addressed the populace regarding the upcoming Coronation in Mag Mor, and about the Cattle Raids event.

Monday field court, June 10:
Elaisse de Garrigues – Laurel

Tuesday field courts, June 11:
Jürgen Weiter von Landstuhl – Chivalry
Reinhart Eichmann – Iren Hirth
Æsa járnauga – Torse

Wednesday field court, June 12:
Ragnar McCrimmon – Iren Fyrd

Thursday field court, June 13:
Melchor Eichmann – Stile Fyrd
Gawayne ap Tristam – Stile Fyrd
Jakob Bierayge – Stile Hirth
Finán mac Crimthainn – Stile Hirth

Thursday evening court:
Gwynneth wraig Rhys – Pelican
Da’ud ibn al-Kabsh al-Garnati al-Ma’iz, called Ma’az – Laurel

Grand Court Friday afternoon, June 14:
Allie MacArthur – AoA
Síle inghean Chairbre – Torse
Goldcorn Moon – AoA
Albrecht von Trier – King’s Favor
Giovanni di Angelo Marchisetti – King’s Favor
Randr Tokesson, dictus Randlar – Calon Cross
Helenos ben Simon – Golden Calon Swan
Geira Matheusdóttir – AoA
Solveig Palsdottir – Torse
Tristram of Lindesfarne – Calon Cross
Ragnar MacCrimmon – Queen’s Endorsement of Distinction for Chivalry
Kilix Tragou Erycinos, dictus Ace – AoA
Gaston de Rohan – AoA
Johannes de Passelet, dictus Dominius – Golden Calon Swan
Skúli Oarbreaker – Torse
Titus Salvius Bassus – AoA
Biursten Iorundarson – Silver Hammer
Gwyneth Felton – Iren Fyrd
Brúðr Bragason – AoA
Xorazne Artsruni – Queen’s Endorsement of Distinction for Courtesy
Ravasz János – Queen’s Endorsement of Distinction for Ideals of the Society
Catalina de Arazuri – Keeper of the Flame

Other court tidings Friday afternoon:
His Majesty Fjolverker of the Outlands named William the Stoneskipper (a Calontiri) the Royal Stoneskipper of the Outlands.
Honorable Lord Skallagrímr Bárðarson and Honorable Lord Hieronymus, as event stewards, shared news of the event, and received gifts from Their Majesties.
There were 775 people who attended the War.
Team Outlands won the BBQ competition.
The “Made on Site” bardic competition was won by Noble Zilia Silvani.
The Queen’s Yeomen winners were Honorable Lord Asher de Lokwode, Lord Copin di Gentile, and Nonahme of Heraldshill.
The Youth A&S competition was won by Bridger.
RUSH War certificated were given to those who earned them this week. Their names will be published in a separate post of The Falcon Banner when they are available.
Honorable Lord Óttarr Surtsson brought news of the upcoming Virtual Known World Newcomers Symposium.
27 newcomers came into court to receive mugs.
Sir Odo de Home delivered gifts to Their Majesties Calontir from Their Majesties Drachenwald, Their Highnesses Drachenwald, and Their Highnesses Nordmark.

Tournament of Valor XLIII Court Summaries, AS 59

Très Riches Heures du duc de Berry, “Mai”, between 1412 and 1416.

Saturday, May 25, morning court:
A boon was begged for Honorable Lady Marie Chantal Delaire to join the Order of the Pelican.

Evening court:
Astrid Arrowbreaker – Golden Calon Swan
Valeriano di Rossi – Torse
Berakha bat Mira v’Shlomo – Silver Hammer
Bailey Óttarsdog (Óttar’s service dog) – Torse
Óttarr Surtsson – Calon Cross
Norðmaðr Mischkovich – Torse
Kathinka Andreadottir – Torse
Marie Chantal Delaire – Pelican

Other court tidings, Saturday:
Chivalry, Laurels, Pelicans and the populace swore fealty, each in turn, according to their station.
Newcomer mugs were given to 3 humans and 1 dog.
A boon was begged for Honorable Lady Aia Gold-Bearer to join the Order of the Laurel.
Lord Óttarr Surtsson swore fealty as Kingdom Chatelain.
Gifts were exchanged with Prince Romanius of Vindheim.

Sunday court, May 26:
Alasdair MacKenzie – Torse
Rannvieg the Leech – Golden Calon Swan
Bronwyn Hastings – AoA
Helmut Der Adler – Torse
Renae of Coney March – AoA
Alicia Niel – Torse

Other court tidings, Sunday:
The Barony of Vatavia presented largess to Their Majesties.
Lord Cian an Doire received the scroll for his AoA, awarded in the reign of David and Rhianwen.
Lord Magnus O’Carr received the scroll for Sovereign’s Pleasure, given to him by TRMs Meridies at Lilies War 2023.
Lord Brynki Fálkason and Lord Úlfr Halfdan, as event stewards, and all the Valor staff, shared news of the day.
There were 186 attendees this year.
Lady Alia Martialis thanked the Gate volunteers with gifts.
Winners of the Tournament of Valor were announced:
Youth Bardic champion – Egilla Gustavsdohtor
Bardic – Honorable Lady Berakha bat Mira v’Shlomo
Arts and Sciences – Lady Avigail bat Michael ha-Cohen and Lady Celeste Sevenstar shared the victory.
Archery – Lord Johan Sachs
Cut and Thrust Valor Tourney – His Grace Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis
Guardian of Valor – Honorable Lord Melchor Eichmann
Armored Tournament of Valor – Honorable Lord Øyríkr Raðúlfsson (Yurik)
Honorable Lady Tove Brianesdohter was commended for her work with sanitation at the event.
Lady Morgan Stone was commended for her work heading up the Tavern.
Lady Rannvieg the Leech received the scroll for her Torse, awarded in the reign of David and Rhianwen.
Honorable Lady Lyra of the Spinning Winds presented largess.
2 newcomers received mugs.
Honorable Lord Hieronymus spoke to the populace about the upcoming Lilies War.

Cook & Combat MAY-HEM Court Summaries, May 18, A.S. 59

In evening court:
Elizabeth Daundelyon – Golden Calon Swan
Sophia McCarty – Queen’s Chalice
Kasiniia Bjarnardottir – Torse
Simone de Mares – Silver Hammer

Other court tidings:
Their Majesties shared the glad news that Villa Frumentaria has achieved full shire status.
Lady Rúna Úlfsdóttir and Menachem Ben Elazar, as event stewards, received gifts from Their Majesties.
The team from Heraldshill won the Iron Chef competition.
Laurels, Pelicans and the populace swore fealty, each in turn, according to their station.

Küche mit Kachelofen, aus: Kuchenmaistrey, erstmals erschienen 1485 bei Peter Wagner. V

St. George & the Dragon Court Summaries, May 11, A.S. 59

In morning court:
A boon was begged for Honorable Lady Alys Knighton, dicta Apple, to join the Order of the Pelican.

In evening court:
Cade of Oak Heart – AoA
Maria Arosa de Santa Olalla – Calon Cross
Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis – Eo Fyrd

Other court tidings:
Honorable Lord Biursten Iorundarsson, as Event Steward, told the news of the day and received gifts from Their Majesties.
Honorable Lord Bragi Oddsson received a thank-you gift from HRM Adalyde for his especial effort towards feeding Her lunch that would not kill Her.
8 newcomers received mugs.
Sir Albrecht von Trier and Lord Alexander the Red shared news of fighting at the upcoming Lilies War.
Pelicans and Knights swore fealty, each in turn, according to their Order.

Sant Jordi, Bernat Martorell. 15th C.

Unslung Heroes Court Summary, 27 April, A.S. 58

In Royal court:
Ginevra Brandini – Golden Calon Swan
Ælin Kausi – Calon Lily
Cedany Saunsaule – AoA
Celeste Sevenstar – AoA

Other court tidings:
Honorable Lady Brangwyn Steward received the scroll for her Torse, awarded in the reign of David and Rhianwen.
Lady Eva Piccardi and Lord Melchior Woelffling van Meckelenburch, as event stewards, shared news of the day, and received gifts from Their Majesties.
The Canton of Aston Tor presented largess to Their Majesties.
Lady Twilleliah nic Taillur, as Inn steward, received gifts from Their Majesties.
Lady Batilda von Köln won the A&S competition.
3 newcomers received mugs.
Mistress Miranda Logansdottir shared news about the upcoming Lilies War: no one can get in early unless they are on the Early-On list, maintained by His Excellency Robert the Scot; there are no reserved camping spots.
Mistress Gyða glóra and His Excellency Saito Takauji brought news of the upcoming Summer Coronation, and of Cattle Raids.
A boon was begged for His Excellency Saito Takauji to join the Order of the Laurel.

Archery practice at earthen butts, c1325. The center markers are small wreaths. Detail from the Geoffrey Luttrell psalter. Public Domain in the United States

Spring Crown Tournament Court Summaries, 13 April, A.S. 58

On the field after the tournament:
Count Robert Magnus and Countess Magge Magnus were invested as Prince and Princess of Calontir.

In evening court:
Bjorn of Mag Mor – AoA
Ketill Karlsson – Torse
Hannah of the Lonely Tower – Golden Calon Swan
Cain Belmont – AoA
Ronan MacKay – Torse
Solveig Briansdottir – Golden Calon Swan
Mackenzie of the Lonely Tower – AoA

Other court tidings:
Mistress Juliana Foxcroft and Lady Georgette Durning, as event stewards, shared news of the day and received gifts from Their Majesties.
The Barony of Coeur d’Ennui presented largess.
Royal edicts:
1. Cilantro and nightshades are offensive to Her Majesty.
2. Misbehavior and excessive talking during court will be dealt with by Her Majesty, immediately and personally.
3. Practice kindness always.
Peers, Nobles, Officers, and commons swore fealty, each in turn, according to their Order.
Mistress Nesscia inghean Chearnaigh shared news of the upcoming RUSH event in the the Lonely Tower.
Mistress Esther bat Moshe, Honorable Lady Rébeca la Chienne, and Honorable Lord Visvimatra Yavana brought news of the upcoming Cook & Combat MAY-HEM event in Deodar.
5 newcomers received mugs.
His Excellency Robert the Scot brought news of the upcoming Valor Tournament in Vatavia.
Lord Hieronymus spoke of the upcoming Lilies War.

Edward II of England receiving his crown. 1307-27

Queen’s Prize Tournament Court Summary, April 6, A.S. 58

In evening court:
Chiaretta da Chachavo – Golden Calon Swan
Sigvarðr Skarfr – Torse
Deborah Landis – AoA
Frithuswith inghean Ui Cremthainn – Golden Calon Swan
Mkty Nakhthor – Golden Calon Swan
Eva Piccardi – Torse

Other court tidings:
A temporary removal from participation was pronounced against Roland of Mag Mor.
Mistress Gyða glóra will be the next Kingdom Minister of Arts and Sciences.
Mistress Gianna Viviani encouraged everyone to enter and attend the Kingdom A&S Championship event in Lost Moor next September.
Mistress Gianna announced the winners of the day:
Populace Choice – Lord Seathrún Brock
Judges’ Choice – Lord Farulfr Orðlokarr
Her Majesty Adalyde gave the Queen’s Prize to Lady Eawynn ingen Broccáin.
Peers, Nobles and commons swore fealty, each in turn, according to their Order.
7 newcomers received mugs.
Mistress Nesscia inghean Chearnaigh and Lady Gabrielle des Chats Noirs brought news of the upcoming RUSH Camping Edition.

Unknown Artist. Minstrels with a Rebec & a Lute.
13th c. Manasseh Codex. El Escorial, Madrid. Public domain in the US

Court summaries from the Coronation of Elias and Adalyde, March 23, A.S. 58

Final business of David and Rhianwen:
Howie Vimsson of Axed Root – Purple Jess
Lily MacDermott – Queen’s Chalice
Solveig of Oak Heart – AoA
Moire inghean Néill – Calon Lily
Biarne Hroereksson, called Bjarm – Queen’s Endorsement of Distinction for Chivalry
Fernando Rodriguez de Falcon – Queen’s Endorsement of Distinction for Ideals of the Society
Zachariah de Kane – OAF
Rochwen Morwenna – Court Baronage

First court of Elias and Adalyde:
Honorable Lord Konáll bǫsull – King’s Champion
Duke Marius Lucian Fidelis – Queen’s Champion
Duke Donngal Eriksson, Duke Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis, Domina Atia Albia Tamara, Master Galen MacColmáin – Thegns

Evening court:
David de la Cloude – County
Rhianwen ferch Bran ap Gruffydd – County
Kitsu Kotome – Golden Calon Swan
Amba allrasystir – Iren Hirth
Sarra the Brave – Golden Calon Swan
Giovanni di Angelo Marchisetti – Torse

Other court tidings:
Gifts were exchanged between Their Majesties and TRHs Ivan and Katalena of the Midrealm.
Exile was pronounced against Marcus Brutius Leonitus Daemonium.
Mistress Brialen Ulfsdottir and Lady Rolanda de Lyndhurst, as event stewards, shared news of the day and were given gifts by Their Majesties.
There were 295 adults and 13 children on site.
Largess gathered at the event was presented to Their Majesties.
Royal edicts:
1. Cilantro and nightshades are offensive to Her Majesty.
2. Misbehavior and excessive talking during court will be dealt with by Her Majesty, immediately and personally.
3. Practice kindness always.
Their Majesties thanked Honorable Lady Almedha of Anglesey, Duchess Magdalena vander Meere, Honorable Lady Elisabetta da Bolzano, and Mistress Gwendolyn verch Morgaine for making Their coronation garb.
4 newcomers received mugs.
Members of the populace swore fealty.
Their Majesties are accepting letters of intent to fight in Crown List until Sunday, 24 March.
Sir Cai Dubhghlas presented 4 swords, suitable for Cut and Thrust combat.
Mistress Vashti al-Ash’ariyah and Lord Miklos Farma brought news of upcoming RUSH events.
Mistress Miranda Logansdottir spoke of the upcoming Lilies work day, and of camping at Lilies War.
Lord Hieronymus shared other news of Lilies War.
Riddari Hálfgrímr hafreki brought news of the upcoming Chilies event.
A boon was begged for Honorable Lord Da’ud ibn al-Kabsh al-Garnati al-Ma’iz, called Ma’az, to join the Order of the Laurel.

Mansa Musa, Catalan Atlas (Abraham Cresques, 1375), sheet 6 detail