East Kingdom Gazette

Covering the Eastern Realm of the SCA

Behold Bergental's newly invested Baron, Johannes filius Nicholai

by East Kingdom Gazette

Johaness filius Nicholi Photo by Genevieve de St-Denys

Greeting unto the populace of the great East Kingdom. Now comes before you, Baron Johannes filius Nicholai, the newly invested Baron of the beloved Barony of Bergental. Baron Johannes is a late 13th Century English crusader, hailing from the era of Edward the 1st and member of his army for the 8th and 9th Crusades.
Baron Johannes has many goals and a vision he is endeavoring to bring to fruition during his term as the Baron of Bergental. His primary goal is to encourage and guide the Barony to facilitate more family inclusive activities “where there is literally something for everyone and activities to do together as a family.” His wish is for everyone to enjoy every event and bring the focus of our hobby back to the family unit and inclusion. (more…)

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A Tragic Accident

by East Kingdom Gazette

The following statement was issued by the Society Marshal on Sunday Oct. 7: On Saturday, October 6, a brother in arms to many of us lost his life in the pursuit of our game. The Society’s Equestrian Marshal, Master Terafan Greydragon, died while competing in an equestrian game at an SCA event in Kentucky. The …

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Request for Bids: Known World Sciences Symposium

by East Kingdom Gazette

The Society Minister of Arts and Science, Seigneur Etienne Le Mons d’Anjou, and the Society Deputy Minister for the Sciences, Master Galen of Ockham, are soliciting for bids for a Known World Sciences Symposium to be held in calendar year 2020, though a bid for a 2019 date would also be acceptable.
What do you mean by “Sciences”?
The Arts and Sciences in the SCA are most commonly represented by making a period-style object – clothing, armour, scroll, brooch, etc. The Sciences, on the other hand, deal more with observations and interactions with the natural world and the underlying theories – thus the term ‘natural philosophy’ that characterized the early forays into our modern sciences.
Some examples include: astronomical instruments, their theory and use; the Aristotelian system of physics; cosmological theories; astrological medicine; food as a treatment for disease; theories of disease transmission; agricultural production; care of battlefield wounds; beekeeping; a medieval bestiary; alchemical theories; Scholastic philosophy; metallurgy; medieval dyes; the origin and development of university education; medieval music theory; and many, many more.
What are the considerations for the event?
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Concerning the Queen's Guard

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Unto the East, Greetings, It has come to light that the list of Queen’s Guards present at Coronation that Their Majesty’s Herald had was incomplete. There were five Guards present, who’s names did not appear on this copy of the list, and who therefore did not get called into court to receive their baldrics. For …

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EASTERN RESULTS FROM THE JULY 2018 LoAR

by East Kingdom Gazette

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.   (more…)

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Birka 2019 – Fashion Show Announcement

by East Kingdom Gazette

Tailors Assemble!   Once again, its is time to think about the fashion show at the Market Day at Birka. Attend and DC all the entries. Marvel at the creativity of your fellow Easterners.   And if you haven’t heard it by now, her most royal Majesty, Vienna de la Mer has issued a garb …

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Court Report for First Court at The Coronation of Wilhelm & Vienna

by East Kingdom Gazette

 

East Kingdom College of Heralds
Being the Court of Their Majesties Wilhelm & Vienna
held on September 29, A.S. LIII, 2018 C.E.
in the Barony of Dragonship Haven
at The Coronation of Wilhelm & Vienna
Court Heralds: Theodora Bryennissa, called Treannah, Anne de Basillon, Yehuda ben Moshe and Liadan ingen Chineada
Reporting Herald: Theodora Bryennissa, called Treannah

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Tir Mara Thrown Weapons and Archery Championship Results

by Aoife inghean Donnchaidh

Photo by: Lady Aesa of the Island   – L- R Lord Ulrich, Dame Sarra, HL Barnabus, missing Lord Martin Nutcrusher (22nd September 2018), “the Tir Mara Archery and Thrown Weapons Championship tournaments were held in the Shire of Avonmore. His Highness and I were regrettably not able to attend. We were following the tournament via text (thank …

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