Category Archives: Official Notices

EASTERN RESULTS FROM THE JULY 2018 LoAR

02 Tuesday Oct 2018

Posted by in Official Notices

≈ Comments Off on EASTERN RESULTS FROM THE JULY 2018 LoAR

Tags

The Society College of Arms runs on monthly cycles and letters. Each month, the College processes name and armory submissions from all of the Kingdoms. Final decisions on submissions are made at the monthly meetings of the Pelican Queen of Arms (names) and the Wreath King of Arms (armory). Pelican and Wreath then write up their decisions in a Letter of Acceptances and Return (LoAR). After review and proofreading, LoARs generally are released two months after the meeting where the decisions are made.

An “acceptance” indicates that the item(s) listed are now registered with the Society. A “return” indicates that the item is returned to the submitter for additional work. Most items are registered without comments. Sometimes, the LoAR will address specific issues about the name or armory or will praise the submitter/herald on putting together a very nice historically accurate item.

The following results are from the July 2018 Wreath and Pelican meetings.   Continue reading →

Curia Business Update from the East Kingdom Seneschal / Information pertinente relative à la prochaine curie de la part du senéchal royal

11 Wednesday Jul 2018

Posted by in Announcements, En français, Official Notices

≈ Comments Off on Curia Business Update from the East Kingdom Seneschal / Information pertinente relative à la prochaine curie de la part du senéchal royal

Tags

En français

Greetings.

arms EastTheir Majesties have decided that only a few of the proposed changes presented at Their Curia held on June 16, 2018 in the Barony of Iron Bog will be included in East Kingdom Law at this time. Those changes may be found here: https://seneschal.eastkingdom.org/docs/EKLawChanges2018June.pdf

In the interest of allowing all to have more time to review the proposed changes from the previous Curia, Their Majesties have declared that the majority of the past proposals will be brought as Old Business at Their Curia to be held on September 22, 2018 at Bergental Baronial Investiture in the Barony of Bergental.

The Curia Agenda for the Bergental Curia is located at https://seneschal.eastkingdom.org/curia.php.

Their Majesties reserve their right to add additional New Business to that Curia.

As many have expressed a desire to see the proposed changes far enough in advance of Curia to review the proposals and make comments, Their Majesties and I will have the proposed changes out for review as soon as possible.

In order for Their Majesties, the Law clerk and I to have adequate time to review your suggestions, we are asking for your comments by August 17.

Should you have any questions, kindly email me at seneschal@eastkingdom.org.

Mistress Katherine Barr
East Kingdom Seneschal

traduit par Pellandres dit le Frère

En français

Bien le bonjour à tous,

Leurs Majestés ont pris la décision que seuls quelques-unes des propositions de changement soumise lors de la Curie du 16 juin 2018 tenue dans la baronnie de Iron Bog seront désormais incluses dans les Lois du Royaume. Ces changements peuvent être identifiés e suivant le lien suivant : https://seneschal.eastkingdom.org/docs/EKLawChanges2018June.pdf

Dans le but de permettre à un maximum de gens de consulter ces propositions passées, leurs Majestés font la déclaration que la majorité d’entre-elles seront remise à l’ordre du jour de la prochaine curie du 2 septembre 2018 dans la baronnie de Bergental, lors de l’Investiture locale.

L’ordre du jour proposé pour cette curie se retrouve sur https://seneschal.eastkingdom.org/curia.php.

Cet agenda n’étant pas final, leurs Majestés se réservent le droit d’y faire amendé.

Comme plusieurs ont manifesté vouloir connaitre les changements proposés le plus tôt possible afin de les commenter, leurs majestés et moi en feront la publication dès que ce sera possible

Dès lors, afin que leurs Majestés, leur secrétaire et moi aient un délai adéquat afin de lire, consulter et discuter vos commentaires, nous vous demandons de nous les faire parvenir d’ici au 17 août.

Si une question vous vient à l’esprit, contactez-moi au seneschal@eastkingdom.org.

Mistress Katherine Barr
Sénéchale du Royaume de l’Est.

Signet Office Announcement – Backlog Scrolls Ready for Release at Great Northeastern war

10 Tuesday Jul 2018

Posted by in Announcements, Court, Official Notices

≈ Comments Off on Signet Office Announcement – Backlog Scrolls Ready for Release at Great Northeastern war

Tags

, ,

A message from the Backlog Deputy of the Tyger Clerk of the Signet: 

Greetings! I’m Æsa feilinn Jossursdottir (known by most as Feilinn), your Backlog Deputy. I have another batch of backlog scrolls ready for delivery to their recipients.

Scrolls will be available for pick-up at the Great Northeastern War on Saturday July 14th during the Scribal Office Hours. I will be in the Main Barn (left side) from 11am 1pm for scroll pick-ups and available to anyone who wants to learn more about the backlog process. During this time, scribes may also drop off completed backlogs and any scroll blanks they may have.

It is strongly suggested to email the Backlog Deputy (backlog.deputy@eastkingdom.org) to confirm that you will be picking up a scroll.

More pickups will be organized as the year goes on.

Local landed Barons/Baronesses and Seneschals are encouraged to pick up scrolls on behalf of members in their local groups if they know the recipient and the recipient cannot make these events. If you want to arrange pick up outside of these events, please email the Backlog Deputy to discuss. All official communication must be done via email, so please do not use social media messaging to discuss scrolls.

The following scrolls have been completed and are awaiting pick up. Continue reading →

Words of the Captains General of Archers

25 Monday Jun 2018

Posted by in Announcements, Archery, Official Notices

≈ Comments Off on Words of the Captains General of Archers

Greetings unto the archers of the East Kingdom does Master Godric of Hamtun, the outgoing Captain General of Archers send.

By the time you read this in Pikestaff I will have stepped down as Captain General of Archers. It has been my honor and privilege to serve the great Kingdom of the East and her archery community.

But before I step away I would like to announce a revision to the Policies of the Captain General. This revision was enacted on June 13th 2018. The changes in the rules were mainly clarifications and omitting lines that did not make sense. With a document this size constant revisiting is needed to make sure all of the policies remain viable and are there to keep archery safe and fun for everyone. You will find the revision on the archery web site, which can be accessed from the Kingdom web page under the officers tab.

As I step down, I would like to introduce you to Baron Colin Ursell, who will be your Captain General of Archery. I am sure you all will welcome him and I know that he will be do a great job as Captain General. Please give him your support as he transitions into this position.

Although I am stepping down I am not stepping away and I hope to see many of you on the ranges of the East Kingdom.

In Service

Master Godric of Hamtun
Outgoing Captain General of Archers

 

Greetings Unto the Archers of the East Kingdom from your new Captain General, Baron Colin Ursell!

I would first like to thank Master Godric of Hamtun for his unceasing commitment and years of work and dedication to Eastern Archery.   For Master Godric, Vivat!!!!  As he mentioned, while he has stepped down as Captain General he will still be an involved and active part of the Eastern archery and I look forward to his continued advice and assistance.  I would also like to offer a special thank you for his revisions and updates to the policies of Eastern Kingdom Archery, keeping our rules current and concise.

I would also like to thank all of the individuals who have served in the role of Captain General for creating and fostering the Eastern  archery community and  presenting me with the greatest cadre of archers in the Known World to command!!!

As the 50th anniversary of our great Kingdom approaches and Pennsic bears down upon us I am hoping to see each and every one of you out on the range shooting, marshaling, teaching, encouraging and most importantly having FUN!   I intend to continue to foster the spirit of inclusiveness that has characterized archery in the SCA where women and men, children and adults, beginners and experts can all participate together, enjoying the same shoots and the same challenges.

Over the remainder of the summer months, I will be attending the East Kingdom 50 Year Celebration, Great North Eastern War and of course, Pennsic.  I look forward to meeting any and all who will be traveling to those events, especially folks from the more far-flung regions of the Kingdom I might not get to see as often.  Please come find me, introduce yourselves, have a chat, let me know what you like and what you don’t like about Eastern Archery!

In Service,

Baron Colin Ursell
Captain General of the Archers of the East Kingdom
GMB,  CSag, CSC
archer@eastkingdom.org

Board Announces Selection of Communications Officer and New Board Member

11 Monday Jun 2018

Posted by in Announcements, Corporate, Official Notices

≈ Comments Off on Board Announces Selection of Communications Officer and New Board Member

Tags

, , , , , ,

SCA shield logoOn Thursday, June 7th the SCA, Inc. Board of Directors announced the following personnel updates:

The Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of Kelly Magill (Heather Shea) as Communications Officer for the Society for Creative Anachronism. Kelly Magill is the a Web Developer/ Human Resources Manager for North Bay Computer Services in Ontario, Canada.

Heather Shea is a former Kingdom Seneschal for the Kingdom of Ealdormere and will be working under the direction of the Society President.

The Communications Officer assists the President with the planning and execution of a variety of communications initiatives for both internal and external audiences. This position is responsible for writing, reviewing and editing media releases, newsletter stories, web content and other communications, as well as fact finding and verification for same.

–

The Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of Dan Watson (Bartholomew Hightower) as Director-Elect for Seat F for the Board of Directors of the Society for Creative Anachronism. Mr. Watson is an associate professor in Computer Science at Utah State University in Logan, Utah.
Bartholomew Hightower is a Knight from the Kingdom of Artemisia.

Mr. Watson will take his seat at the conclusion of the October 2018 quarterly meeting.

The Board of Directors of the SCA Inc. establishes the rules of the Society’s historical recreation activities and minimum administrative requirements for officers and branches. It is the final arbiter of the interpretations of these rules as made by the officers of the Society. Members of the SCA Board of Directors serve three-and-a-half year terms. Candidates for the Board are nominated by SCA members and participants. For more information on this process please contact Leslie Luther-Fulton at recruiting at sca.org.

–

Comments are strongly encouraged and can be sent to:
SCA Inc.
Box 360789
Milpitas, CA 95036

You may also email comments@lists.sca.org.

This announcement is an official informational release by the Society for Creative Anachronism , Inc. Permission is granted to reproduce this announcement in its entirety in newsletters, websites and electronic mailing lists.

Tir Mara Polling

03 Thursday May 2018

Posted by in Announcements, En français, Local Groups, Official Notices

≈ Comments Off on Tir Mara Polling

En français

arms Tir Mara

Greetings,

Their Royal Majesties Brennan mac Fearghus and Caoilfhionn inghean Fhaolain wish to conduct a formal feasibility study in order to better understand the desires of the people regarding the Crown Principality of Tir Mara.  As such Their Majesties have requested a polling of the populace of Tir Mara be issued in order to for them to receive better feedback from all areas of the region.

Section VII.C of East Kingdom Law states:

Polling

The Crown may poll any land group at any given time for any reason they see fit. The Heirs may poll any land group at any given time for any reason they see fit with the permission of The Crown.

The objective of the polling is to provide Their Majesties with information so they may better understand the will of the people. This polling is an informational feasibility study only. The results in no way trigger a change of status in the Region. There are several factors that determine eligibility for full principality status as are detailed in EK Law. 

In the coming weeks, paid members residing in Tir Mara will receive a mailed ballot asking your opinion as to if you support Tir Mara moving to a Full Principality or not.  Please remember the objective of the polling is to provide Their Majesties with information so they may better understand the will of the people.

Once the ballots have been completed they will be mailed back to Mistress Tadea di Bruno, Tir Mara Crown Principality Seneschal, who in turn will post all letters, still sealed in their original envelopes, to the East Kingdom Polling Deputy for tally and official reporting to Their Majesties.

For more information on pollings and Principalities please refer to the latest copy of EK law  and Corpora found at:  http://seneschal.eastkingdom.org/docs/EKLAW.pdf and http://www.sca.org/docs/pdf/govdocs.pdf respectively.

In Service,

Tadea Di Bruno

Tir Mara Crown Principality Seneschal

 

En français

Bonjour,

Leurs Majestés Royales Brennan mac Fearghus et Caoilfhionn inghean Fhaolain souhaitent mener une étude informelle de faisabilité afin de mieux comprendre le désir du peuple à propos de la Principauté Couronnée de Tir Mara. Ainsi Leurs Majestés demandent qu’un sondage du peuple de Tir Mara soit effectué afin de recevoir de meilleur commentaire de la part de toutes les zones de la région.
«Section VII.C des Lois du Royaume de l’Est stipulent:
Sondage

La Couronne peut effectuer un sondage de n’importe quel groupe territorial à n’importe quel moment que cela leur semble juste. Leurs Héritiers peuvent effectuer un sondage de n’importe quel groupe territorial à n’importe quel moment que cela leur semble juste avec la permission de la Couronne.»
L’objectif du sondage est de fournir à Leurs Majestés toutes informations nécessaires afin de mieux comprendre la volonté du peuple. Ce genre de sondage est une étude informelle sur la faisabilité uniquement. Les résultats ne peuvent en aucun cas changer le statut d’une région. Il existe plusieurs facteurs qui déterminent l’éligibilité du statut de Principauté complète comme il est décrit dans le document des lois du Royaume de l’Est.

Dans les semaines à venir, les membres payant résidant dans Tir Mara recevront un bulletin par la poste demandant leur opinion au fait que Tir Mara devienne une Principauté complète ou non. S’il-vous-plait, rappelez-vous que l’objectif du sondage est que Leurs Majestés obtiennent des informations afin qu’ils puissent mieux comprendre la volonté du peuple.

Une fois les bulletins complétés, ceux-ci seront retournés par voie postale à Maîtresse Tadea di Bruno, Sénéchal de la Principauté Couronnée de Tir Mara, qui à son tour fera parvenir par voie postale les lettres, toujours scellées dans leur enveloppe originale, au Député du comptage pour le Royaume de l’Est et représentant de Leurs Majestés.

Pour plus d’information sur les sondages et le statut de Principauté, s’il-vous-plait vous référer à la dernière version des lois du Royaume de l’Est et Corpora au lien suivant (Anglais seulement) : http://seneschal.eastkingdom.org/docs/EKLAW.pdf et http://www.sca.org/docs/pdf/govdocs.pdf

En Service,
Tadea Di Bruno
Tir Mara Crown Principality Seneschal

Pennsic: About War Points / Pennsic: à propos des points de guerre

26 Thursday Apr 2018

Posted by in Announcements, En français, Official Notices, Pennsic

≈ Comments Off on Pennsic: About War Points / Pennsic: à propos des points de guerre

En français

Greeting to the Populace of the SCA,

We the King and Queen of the East, in unity with the Prince and Princess of the Middle, Alric and Katherine wish to jointly emphasize our delight in the excitement that is being generated around the Pennsic schedule. It was our intent to furnish the war point schedule in a polished and edited complete form within the next few weeks, but as many of you are aware it has come out a little before its due date.

Please be aware that we will be officially publishing the revised and edited Pennsic war points schedule shortly for public consumption.The war conventions will follow after a thorough review. In the interim, we would ask that you refrain from sharing the unpublished version that is currently making the rounds.

We are truly proud and excited about the comradery and memories that we will all forge together in anticipation and execution of an awesome Pennsic.

Thank you!

Brennan and Caoilfhoinn, Royal Majesties of the East, Alric & Katherine, Royal Highness’s of the Midrealm

traduit par Ekaterina Solov’eva Pevtsova

En français

Salutations à la population de la SCA.

Nous, Roi et Reine du Royaume de L’Est, conjointement avec le Prince et la Princesse du Royaume du Milieu, Alric et Katherine, voulons manifester ensemble notre joie dans l’enthousiasme généré par l’horaire de Pennsic. Nous désirions bâtir l’horaire des points de guerre d’une façon complète, polie et éditée dans les prochaines semaines, mais, comme plusieurs d’entre vous le savez, cet horaire est sorti un peu avant le temps prévu.

Veuillez prendre note que Nous allons publier de façon officielle une version révisée et éditée à l’usage de la populace. Les convensions de la guerre suivront après une révision compléte. En attendant, Nous vous demandons de vous retenir de partager la version non publiée qui se promène présentement.

Nous somme profondément fiers et excités de la fraternité et des souvenirs que nous bâtirons dans l’attente et la participation d’un merveilleux Pennsic.

Merci!

Brennan et Caoilfhoinn, Majestés Royales du Royaume de L’Est, Alric et Katherine, Altesses Royales du Royaume du Milieu.

Crown Tournament Details

15 Sunday Apr 2018

Posted by in Announcements, Events, Official Notices

≈ Comments Off on Crown Tournament Details

Tags

,

Unto all who would contest for the Tyger Throne do Basilissa Caoilfhionn and Basileus Brennan, Autokratera kai Autokrator Tis Anatolis send greetings,

We are eagerly anticipating the day when the East will find its new Heirs and Tir Mara their new Prince and Princess. We expect a day of prowess and pageantry, testing the mettle of those who would bear the weight of the Crown. To that end, we believe we have a fitting crucible.

The tournament will be fought in a double elimination format. Each round will be fought best 2 of 3 passes. The first round will feature a challenge-in where combatants from the bottom half of the day’s list, as sorted by precedence, will have the opportunity to challenge a combatant from the top half. From the 2nd round on, a traditional tree structure will be used to choose pairings. All double kills will be refought.

All combatants will be invited to use their preferred weapons form until the semi-finals. Those preferred forms need not match. Combatants should be prepared with gauntlets should they reach the semi-finals.

Semi-final pairings will feature one combatant from the winner’s list against one from the loser’s list, and each round shall continue to be the best 2 of 3 passes. The combatant from the winner’s list will need to win 1 round to advance. The combatant from the loser’s list will need to win 2 rounds to advance. The semi-finals will be fought with matched weapons forms. The combatant from the winner’s list will select the form for the first round. Should a second round be necessary, the weapons form for those 3 passes will be selected by the combatant from the loser’s list.

For the finals, all prior losses will be forgiven. The finals will be a best of 5 passes with rotating weapons forms of alternating choice. Matched sets of glaives and longswords will be provided should those forms be selected.

We have accepted letters of intent from the following couples:

Duke Randal of the Dark for the honor of Duchess Katherine Stanhope
Jarl Valgard Stonecleaver for the honor of Lady Gracia Vasquez de Trillo
Sir Jibril al-Dakhil for the honor of Master Philip White
Sir Wilhelm von Ostenbrücke for the honor of Mistress Vienna de la Mer
Sir Zhigmun’ Czypsser for the honor of Banthegn Leda Zipyos
Master Ávaldr Valbjarnarson for the honor of Mistress Eva Woderose
Syr Marcus Blackaert for the honor of Lady Solveig Bjarnardottir
Sir Luis de Castilla for the honor of Lady Margarita de Siena
Master Aethelhafoc Caegfindan for the honor of Mistress Siubhan Wallace
Master Perceval Gower for the honor of Lady Miranda of Ruantallan
Master Sigurthr VigurHafn for the honor of Baroness Medhbh inghean Ui Cheallaigh
Sir Ryouko’jin of Iron-skies for the honor of Lady Indrakshi Aravinda
Lord Spurius Genucius Rutilus for the honor of Lady Isolda Fairamay
Baron Fearghus O’Conchobhair for the honor of Baroness Christina Jenevra de Carvalhal
Lord Gawyn O’Clery for the honor of Maeve O’Clery
Lord Rheinhart Basorael Draculesti for the honor of Lady Leana Doucet
Lord Matthew MacGyver for the honor of Baroness Lillian Stanhope
Lord Hugh of Ruantallan for the honor of Lady Aveline d’Amiens
Lord Nicholas of Losthaven for the honor of Lady Mawdlyn Atwater
Lord Gaston Le’Cordier for the honor of Lady Mairead Drake
Lady Embla Knutrdottir for the honor of Lady Elena Rosa da Venezia
Lord Damian Ísólfsson for the honor of Nobilis Þórý Veðardóttir
Lord Albrecht Østergaard for the honor of Lady Anne Forneau

Good luck. Fight well and with great honor. The Kingdom looks forward to greeting its new Heirs.

Position Announcement: Pennsic Exchequer

30 Friday Mar 2018

Posted by in Announcements, Official Notices, Pennsic

≈ Comments Off on Position Announcement: Pennsic Exchequer

Tags

, , ,

badge ExchequerHave you ever wondered just how Pennsic happens, the planning, the expense, where your fees go? Do you have the time, energy and commitment to become a Pennsic Officer? If so, apply to be the Pennsic Exchequer. This is a volunteer position involving a very large commitment of time and energy. Only serious applicants should reply.

Hourly commitment expected:

  • During Pennsic, 6-8 hours per day from Staff Week through final Saturday.
  • Attend both weekend planning sessions, November and May.
  • 5-15 hours per week for the remainder of the year.

Duties: Continue reading →

Archery Marshal Reports are due by April 1

23 Friday Mar 2018

Posted by in Announcements, Archery, Official Notices

≈ Comments Off on Archery Marshal Reports are due by April 1

Tags

,

This is a friendly reminder from the office of the Captain General of Archers that all Archery Marshals need to submit their Spring reports by April 1.

The link to the reporting system
This link also appears on the EK Archery Marshal Roster web page,

After the last reporting cycle, there were several requests to provide confirmation of submitted reports. We are grateful to Duchess Avelina for enabling this feature. When you click on the link, enter your name and e-mail address, and a message containing your unique reporting link will be sent to you. After you use it to complete your report, you should receive a confirmation message that your report has been stored in the system.

Thank you for reporting promptly!

badge marshal archery