Elevations

Court summaries from the Coronation of Xerxis and Andromir, 14 February, A.S. 60

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Against a blue background with silver diapering, two men wearing crowns accept something from a third man kneeling before them.Final business of Emerick and Kolfinna:
Matsudaira Takauji – Pelican
Vladimir Karlsson – Iren Hirth
Fionnghuala inghean ui Fhallamhain – Laurel
The Premier members of the Order of the Mark in Calontir were made. They are: Alessandra de Piro, Anne Renarde and Joachim Courtenay der Marxbruder.
Gunnar Thorisson – Queen’s Endorsement of Distinction for Courtesy
Emma Ness – Queen’s Endorsement of Distinction for Ideals of the Society
Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis – Queen’s Endorsement of Distinction for Chivalry

Other court tidings:
Gifts were exchanged between Their Majesties Emerick and Kolfinna and Their Sanguine Highnesses Cadmus and Adena, of Vindheim.
Sir Albrecht von Trier received a Chivalry scroll, overdue since AS 47.
Honorable Lord Michael de Lundie received his Boga Hirth scroll, due since King’s Companie of Archers in September.

First court of Xerxis and Andromir:
Calvius Atrox – Rex’s Champion
Kennocht Armstrang – Roi’s Champion
Their Majesties’ Thegns are Duke Donngal Eriksson, Duchess Catalina de Arazuri, and Duchess Magge Magnus.

Evening court:
Istvan of Mag Mor – AoA
Antonia Stefani – Court Baronage
Giulia Isabella da Venezia – Calon Lily
Lyleth Whitrose – Golden Calon Swan
Emerick Blackpool – County
Kolfinna Halvgrimsdottir – County
Randal Logan of Knightsbridge – Cross of Calontir
Verena Näherin – Laurel

Other court tidings:
Gifts were exchanged between Their Majesties Xerxis and Andromir, and Her Majesty Bronach, of Trimaris.
Gifts were exchanged between Their Majesties Calontir, and Their Sanguine Highnesses Cadmus and Adena.
Lady Cera ingen Ruadhan, as event steward, shared news of the day, and received gifts from Their Majesties.
There were 342 attendees.
Their Majesties Calontir gave gifts to Their Excellencies Mag Mor, Takauji and Lelia.
Lady Adelheid Vromeke won the “Inexpensive Garb” A&S Competition.
Mistress Nadya Helming is Their Majesties’ Stile champion.
Mistress Eowyth þa Siðend is Their Majesties’ Equestrian Champion.
Members of the populace swore fealty.
Baron Edward Blythe of Nottinghamshire and Baroness Antonia Stefani stepped down from the Baronial seats of Coeur d’Ennui.
Honorable Lord Elkanah Macdonald of Arden and Mistress Juliana Foxcroft were invested as Baron and Baroness of Coeur d’Ennui.
Sir Erik Tokesson spoke to the populace about Gulf Wars, and about the upcoming Winter War Maneuvers event.
Sister Teresa, on pilgrimage from the Outlands, brought gifts from King Hrothgar and Queen Ingriðr.
A boon was begged for Countess Giulia Isabella da Venezia to join the Order of the Pelican.
6 newcomers received mugs.
A boon was begged for Master Michael the Wanderer to join the Order of the Mark.
The Embroidery Guild gave largess to Their Majesties.
Lady Gamla-Nereiðr, as Their Majesties’ largess coordinator, addressed the populace.
Changes to Kingdom Law were read into court. See the March Mews for details.
A boon was begged for Honorable Lord Nikolai Gornostai Spiach’ev to join the Order of the Pelican.
A boon was begged for Halvgrim Riddari to join the Order of the Pelican.

Krist Kinder court summary, December 13, A.S. 60

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Holy women buying spices, “Egmont Breviary.” New York, Morgan Library (M.87, fol. 202v). Utrecht, c. 1440

In evening court:
Sláine inghean Uí Duibh Darach – Torse
Robert Steven MacLaren, dictus the Scot – Pelican
Ayla Zengerlin – Torse
Severin Svendottir – Silver Hammer
Roxelana Bramante – Laurel
Erik Tokesson – Cross of Calontir
Felix Feyrer – Leather Mallet
Grete Traurnicht – Leather Mallet
Óttarr Surtsson – Pelican

Other court tidings:
The Fyrdraca raffle raised $1055.
The Barony of Forgotten Sea gave largess.
Mistress Giraude Benet received her Pelican scroll, due since the reign of Orren and Lyra.
The Kingdom Cut & Thrust Marshal is seeking bids for the Masters of the Duel event.
Mistress Maria Arosa de Santa Olalla told of the “Fancy AF” auction at Crown Tournament in April, to benefit the Equestrian Insurance fund.
The Lilies Committee seeks a Web Minister.
Master Úlfr Þyrison received his Master of Defense scroll, due since the Toys for Tots Tournament.
Honorable Lady Adelaide Sarsfield and Honorable Lord Randr Tokesson, called Randlar, called for instructors at the upcoming Clothiers Seminar.
Maestra Ysabel de la Oya, as event steward, shared news of the day and received gifts from Their Majesties.
There were 577 adults and 8 minors through Gate.
Lord Epodacus of Villa Frumentaria won the Blank Border competition.
Mistress Juliana Foxcroft and Honorable Lord Elkanah MacDonald of Arden will be the next Baronage of Coeur d’Ennui.
A boon was begged for Countess Lyra of the Spinning Winds to join the Order of the Laurel.
Mistress Fionnghuala inghean Fhearghuis received her Pelican scroll, due since the Toys for Tots Tournament.
5 newcomers received mugs.
Duchess Issabell Saint Charles is the new Kingdom Scheduler.

Court summaries from Chilies II – Winterfylleth, October 10-13. A.s. 60

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A butcher slaughters a pig while a lot of people watch. Below the scene, 6 little house elves struggle to carry sausages.Field court Saturday, October 11:
Øyríkr Raðúlfsson – Chivalry
Brynki Fálkason – Chivalry

Royal court Saturday evening:
Joachim Courtenay der Marxbruder – Boga Hirth
Hálfgrímr hafreki – Court Baronage
Dýrfinna Tonnudóttir – Silver Hammer
Farulfr Orðlokarr, dictus Fenris – Silver Hammer
Safiyya al-Zahra Isfahani – Silver Hammer
Johanna al Tehrani – Laurel
Balthazar de Lumiere – Cross of Calontir
Mirabel Wynne – Cross of Calontir
Caleb Talbot – King’s Favor

Other court tidings:
Their Majesties Calontir exchanged gifts with His Majesty James from Gleann Abhann.
Their Excellencies Gianlupo and Giraude gave gifts to Their Majesties Calontir and His Majesty Gleann Abhann.
Populace commentary on the candidates for the Baronage of Coeur d’Ennui is due by November 2.
His Grace Duncan Bruce of Logan, Halvgrimr riddari and Emma riddari, as event stewards, shared news of the day and received gifts from Their Majesties.
There were 443 people on site.
Sir Talbot of Galtris received his Chivalry scroll, due since the reign of Angelo and Jane.
Honorable Lord Óttarr Surtsson reminded the populace of the upcoming Known World Newcomers Symposium.
19 newcomers received mugs.
A boon was begged for Mistress Fionghuala inghean Fhearghuis to join the Order of the Pelican.
The Premiers of the Order of the Mark in Calontir will be: Mistress Alessandra de Piro, Mistress Anne Renarde, and Meister Joachim Courtenay der Marxbruder.

Field court Sunday, October 12:
Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis – Defense

Vertigo court summary, September 13, A.S. 60

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In Royal court:
Cheyenne Webster of Spinning Winds – AoA
Epodacus of Villa Frumentaria – Torse
Magnus ben Judah – Torse
Kate of the Dreaming Tree – Torse
Ayisha bint Asad – Pelican

Other court tidings:
Baron Saito Takauji and Maestra Ysabel de la Oya shared news about the upcoming Kingdom A&S Tournament, and called for entrants and judges.
General Paulinus (Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis) and Warlord Boudicca (Aia Gold-Bearer) invited all to a High Persona event at Chilies.
Mistress Vashti al-Ash’ariyah recognized RUSH instructors and students who attained degrees. She also called for applicants for the RUSH Scheduler. Honorable Lady Lucia of Vatavia will be the next RUSH Chancellor.
Lord Helias Basiliou, as Event Steward, shared news of the day, and received gifts from Their Majesties.
There were 225 attendees at the event.
Event staff and all A&S entrants received tokens.
Lord Helias presented largess.
Lord Epodacus of Villa Frumentaria and Lord Rónán Rohan gave a set of vambraces to Lord Helias, then shared words about the upcoming Fall Brawl event.
A boon was begged for Baron Robert Steven MacLaren, dictus the Scot, to join the Order of the Pelican.
3 newcomers received mugs.
Sir Maren þorskabítr and Honorable Lord Hieronymus spoke about Lilies War 2026. The theme will be Olympic Games.
A boon was begged for Baron Saito Takauji to join the Order of the Pelican.
Crown letters of intent are due October 18.
A boon was begged for Honorable Lord Brynki Fálkason to join the Order of Chivalry.

Cattle Raids: The Bestiary court summaries, August 23, A.S. 60

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Raiding Cattle. Diebold Schilling the Youger. 1513

In morning court:
A boon was begged for Honorable Lady Astrid Esbjörnsdotter to join the Order of the Laurel.

In evening court:
Lelia Corsini – Laurel
Astrid Esbjörnsdotter – Laurel

Other court tidings:
Lady Kasiniia Bjarnardottir brought news of the upcoming Fall Brawl event.
Mistress Rannveig Katrin Bjarnardottir invited the people to come enjoy the equestrian activities after feast.
Mistress Miranda Logansdottir told of the upcoming Chillies event.
Members of the populace swore fealty.
Lord Jean Jolivet and Mistress Gyða glóra shared news of the day and received gifts from Their Majesties.
The Cut & Thrust dagger tournament was won by Mistress Nadya Helming.
Duke Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis won the Anything Goes steel tournament.
The armored Bring Your Best tournament was won by Duke Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis.
The armored team tournament was won by Taco Truck: His Grace Xerxis, His Excellency Elias de Jaye and Lord Vladimir Karlsson (formerly Sata Takezou).
Sir Dirk MacMartin won the Warm Up archery shoot, unranked category.
Honorable Lord Seathrún Brock won the Warm Up shoot, Fyrd category.
Master Lief of Crescent Moon won the Warm Up shoot, Hirth category.
Honorable Lord Gerald Kendall won the Fantastic Beasts archery shoot, Fyrd category.
Sir Dirk MacMartin won the Fantastic Beasts shoot, unranked category, and took home the Huscarl prize because he was only 2 points behind Master Lief.
Honorable Lady Astrid Esbjörnsdotter won the Blank Border competition.
The Beast in any Medium A&S competition, adult category, was won by Lady Æsa járnauga.
The youth category of the Beast in any Medium A&S competition was won by Torstein Guttormsson.
Honorable Lady Rhiannon of Anglesey won the equestrian challenge.
The Barony of Mag Mor presented largess and a tithe.
There were 183 attendees on site.
Lady Alexandra Orkestris won the populace choice mask competition, adult category.
Countess Isadora of Orange Wode won the Baron’s choice mask competition, adult category.
Lady Emma Under Foot won the populace choice mask competition, youth category.
Temperance won the Baron’s choice mask competition, youth category.
3 newcomers received mugs.
A boon was begged for Duke Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis to join the Order of Defense.

Court Summaries from Lilies War, June 6-15, A.S. 60

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

As Lilies War has multiple opportunities for court, this reporter could not be everywhere and attend all courts. My thanks to Johann White Hawk for his notes after 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

Field court Sunday, June 8:
Anar O’Farrell – Iren Fyrd
Øyríkr Raðúlfsson – Stile Hirth
Kennocht Armstrang – Stile Hirth

Opening court, Sunday:
Amma Hǫldr – AoA
Magnus O’Carr – Silver Hammer
Malina Attewode – Calon Lily
Batilda von Köln – Calon Lily
Helena Soranzo – Pelican

Other court tidings Sunday evening:
A Temporary Removal from Participation was pronounced against Waldryk the Firedryk.
Lord Helias Basilou, as Kingdom Minister of Youth, called for volunteers. As event steward for Vertigo, he invited the populace to that upcoming event.
Master Jóhann Steinarsson was created a Herald Extraordinary by Honorable Lady Dýrfinna Tonnudóttir, Gold Falcon Principal Herald.
13 newcomers received mugs.
Mistress Miranda Logansdottir brought word of the upcoming Chilies event.
Their Majesties’ herald reminded the populace that Pennsic paid pre-registration closes on 15 June.

Monday field courts, June 9:
Elizabeth Daundelyon – Stile Fyrd
Levi Ammasson – Queen’s Chalice
Rubi Ammasdottir – Queen’s Chalice

Elevation court Tuesday, June 10:
Nesscia inghean Chearnaigh – Laurel

Grand court Thursday, June 12:
Olaf Thorvaldr – Silver Hammer
Epodacus of Villa Frumentaria – AoA
Elias de Jaye – Stile Fyrd
Violet ingen Ragnall – AoA
Ailbhe ingen Dalláin – AoA
Roben Dunlop – Silver Hammer
Johan Sachs – Torse
Reichart Scherer von Erlenbach – Torse
Marius Lucian Fidelis – Cross of Calontir
Giraude Benet – Pelican
Edwin Parker – AoA
Balthazar de Lumiere – Queen’s Chalice
Már í Miklagarði – Torse
Rochwen Morwenna – Cross of Calontir
Fleur Barincou – Golden Calon Swan
Xōchitl de Monte Albán – AoA
Roger Warwick – Pelican

Other court tidings Thursday evening:
Their Majesties Lochlainn and Paraskova of Meridies awarded the Crown’s Favor to the Hunt Lodge.
Their Majesties Zachariah and Mariana of the Outlands awarded Queen’s Grace to Duke Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis.
Honorable Lord Skallagrímr Bárðarson and Honorable Lord Óttarr Surtsson, as event stewards, shared news of the event, and received gifts from Their Majesties.
There were 690 people on site as of Thursday.
Team Helias swept the BBQ competition, winning Best Side, Best Ribs, and Best Overall.
The daily “winners” of Arts & Sciences were:
Lady Luna di Caterino Tofani,
Honorable Lord William Douglas,
Master Rolf Hobart,
Honorable Lady Batilda von Köln,
Lady Azumi no Nariko,
Lady Ginevra Brandini.
Master Joachim Courtenay der Marxbruder presented throwing knives to Their Majesties Calontir.
Calontir and Vindheim made treaty together.
Lady Victoria de la Encrucijada, from Atenveldt, brought news of the upcoming online Known World Newcomers Symposium, and called for teachers.
5 newcomers received mugs.
Their Majesties’ herald again reminded the populace that Pennsic paid pre-registration closes on 15 June.
Honorable Lord Hieronymus spoke of the upcoming Masters of the Duel event.
Mistress Vashti al-Ash’ariyah called for a deputy RUSH Chancellor.
Her Grace Issabell Saint Charles shared the news that the charter for the kingdom Embroiderers’ Guild has been accepted by Their Majesties.
Mistress Miranda Logansdottir is the new Regalia Coordinator.

Elevation court Saturday, June 14:
Nadya Helming – Defense

Unslung Heroes Court Summary, 19 April, A.S. 59

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

In Royal court:
Michael Nymandus von Falkenburg – Torse
Aengus O Banan – AoA
Elianor de Morland – Calon Cross
Beal Serich – AoA
Eowyth þa Siðend – Calon Lily
Gerald Kendall – Court Baronage
Alianora Jehannette des Amandiers – Court Baronage
Trahaearn Mwyndeg – AoA
Andromir Vukovic – Laurel

Other court tidings:
Baron Gerald Kendall and Baroness Alianora Jehannette des Amandiers held their final court, and stepped down from the Baronial seats of Forgotten Sea.
Honorable Lord Ronan MacKay and Honorable Lady Brangwyn Steward, as event stewards, shared news of the day and received gifts from Their Majesties.
There were 172 adults and 18 youth who attended the event.
The Canton of Aston Tor made a tithe.
Honorable Lord Gianlupo delle Bande Nere and Mistress Giraude Benet were invested as Baron and Baroness of Forgotten Sea.
The new Baron and Baroness presented largess to the Crown.
Lady Gabrielle des Chats Noirs spoke to the populace about A&S at the upcoming Lilies War.
4 newcomers received mugs.

Clothiers Seminar court summaries, January 25, A.S. 59

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Four women sewing linen clothes. From The Tacuinum Sanitas of Vienna, Late 14th century. Public domain in the US

In evening court:
Cecilia de Gatisbury – Laurel
Quiteria la Roja – Court Baronage
Ysabel de la Oya – Laurel
Geneviève de Chambéry – Calon Cross
Margery of Penrith – Laurel
Helena Soranzo – Court Baronage

Other court tidings:
Countess Giulia Isabella da Venezia, as Kingdom Seneschale, spoke to the populace about the Kingdom Advocates.
Mistress Fionnghuala inghean Fhearghuis stepped down as an Advocate.
Master Joachim Courtenay der Marxbruder stepped up to be an Advocate.
Sir Cai Dubhghlas and Honorable Lady Giovanna Canzoniere da Firenze will remain as Advocates.
Mistress Vashti al-Ash’ariyah recognized RUSH instructors and students who attained degrees.
The Barony of Forgotten Sea presented a tithe.
9 Newcomers received mugs.
Mèstra Giraude Benet and Lord Randr Tokesson, as event stewards, told the news of the day and received gifts from Their Majesties.
There were 275 attendees at the event.
Honorable Lord Skallagrímr Bárðarson won the Arts & Sciences Competition – Peacocks on the Field.
The Shire of Cúm an Iolair presented a tithe.
His Majesty Robert thanked Duchess Petranella, of Northshield, for his stunning garb.
Master Kjaran Hrœreksson, dictus Cearr, told the people about garments bearing Queen Magge’s Cross, for purchase as a fundraiser for the Kingdom Travel Fund.
The hall sang Happy Birthday to Her Majesty Magge.

Krist Kinder court summary, December 14, A.S. 59

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Holy women buying spices, “Egmont Breviary.” New York, Morgan Library (M.87, fol. 202v). Utrecht, c. 1440

In evening court:
Gamla-Nereiðr – Golden Calon Swan
Xorazne Artsruni – Pelican
Melchior Woelffling van Meckelenburch – Boga Fyrd
Emerick Jones – Stile Fyrd
Taisiia Sazhina Vasiliskova – Pelican
Volusia Zoe – Calon Lily
Heidi Anne Draper – Silver Hammer
Kjaran Hrœreksson – Laurel

Other court tidings:
8 newcomers received mugs.
Honorable Lady Brangwyn Steward, as event steward, told the news of the day and received gifts from His Majesty.
There were 540 attendees at the event.
The Barony of Forgotten Sea gave largess.
Baron Gerald Kendall and Baroness Alianora Jehannette des Amandiers asked to be allowed to step down from the Baronial seats of Forgotten Sea.
Mistress Vashti al-Ash’ariyah recognized RUSH instructors and students who attained degrees.
Honorable Lady Fionnghuala inghean ui Fhallamhain announced that t-shirts designed by Master Kjaran Hrœreksson are available, as a fundraiser for the Kingdom Travel Fund.
Noble Selene of Lesbos is seeking a deputy Kingdom Waterbearer.

Toys for Tots Tournament Court summaries, 16 November, A.S. 59

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Detail of a historiated initial ‘E'(tas) of children playing with toys and catching butterflies.

In Royal court:
Bjǫrn Fjallhǫnd – Iren Fyrd
Colin James Mac Lachlan – Leather Mallet
Saito Takauji – Stile Fyrd
Alexander the Red – Iren Hirth
Finán mac Crimthainn – Laurel

Other court tidings:
2 newcomers received mugs.
Maestra Maria Arosa de Santa Olalla and Mistress Helena Soranzo, as event stewards, shared news of the day and received gifts from Their Majesties.
The event collected 1011 toys and $1005 in cash.
Lady Hildegard the Clever was the individual who sent the most toys, at 118.
The Barony of Three Rivers brought the most toys as a group.
His Grace Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis won both the Toys for Tots C&T tournament and the Rattan tournament.
William of Three Rivers won the Toys for Tots youth tournament.
Lord Mkty Nakhthor won the Novice Rattan tournament.
Master Lief of Crescent Moon won the Toys for Tots Archery shoot.
Master Michael the Wanderer won the “Bridge of Death” archery shoot.
Lady Amira bint Mikhail of Safita won the “Castle Anthrax Grail Shaped Beacon” slit window archery shoot.
Master Lief of Crescent Moon won the “Taunting French Man on the Wall” clout archery shoot.
His Grace Caius Equitius Rectus Xerxis won of the Queen’s Favor, Stile category.
Lord Randal Logan of Knightsbridge swore fealty as the new Kingdom Chronicler.