East Kingdom Gazette

K&Q Rapier Unofficial Court Report

December 19, 2017 by East Kingdom Gazette

A great gathering of rapier combatants did assemble, attending the Rapier Championship Tournament of Tsar Ivan and Tsaritsa Matilde. It was 16 December, AS 52, in the Shire of Buckland Cross.

Their Majesties did hold a brief court in the morning. They made a couple announcements, then called forth Tola knitýr. They spoke of her many accomplishments in the arts, then called for the Order of the Laurel. Tola was sent on vigil to contemplate joining the Order.

The tournament featured 8 pools of 11 rapier combatants. The round robin of 88 fencers gave way to a sweet sixteen. The finals came down to Donovan Shinnock and Devillin MacPherson. Donovan emerged the victor.

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2018 Webminister Warrant

December 19, 2017 by East Kingdom Gazette

Good morning to the Webministers of the East! On behalf of Maistir Mael Eoin mac Echuid, Kingdom Webminister, I bring you an important reminder! The time has come for warrant renewals, and with the new calendar year we’re starting new – 2 year warrant terms, concurrent with 2 year office terms. You can hold multiple …

Tournoi des Champions de la Rapière du Royaume de l’Est: Règles et Groupements

December 16, 2017 by East Kingdom Gazette

Traduction de cet article: http://eastkingdomgazette.org/2017/12/16/east-kingdom-rapier-champs-rules-and-pools/ préparé par Maîtresse A’isha bint Jamil avec l’aide de Google.

Fencing lists at Kings and Queen's Rapier Champions 2017 — Rapier Champions 2017 begins

Ce matin, les tireurs du royaume rivalisent pour l’honneur de servir de Champion de Rapière du Roi et de Champion de Rapière de la Reine. Le Champion du Doi sera le vainqueur du tournoi, et le champion de la reine sera le choix de la reine en fonction de ses compétences, de son comportement et de son honneur tout au long du tournoi. Voici les regroupements pour la partie ronde du tournoi, ainsi qu’un rappel des règles et du format:
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East Kingdom Rapier Champs: Results

December 16, 2017 by East Kingdom Gazette

Master Donovan has defeated Don Devillin to earn the honor of King’s Rapier Champion after three bouts as follows: Round 1: Rapier and Buckler, winner is Master Donovan Round 2: Rapier and Dagger, winner is Master Donovan Round 3: Single Rapier, winner is Master Donovan The Queen’s Champion will be announced during court.

East Kingdom Rapier Champs: Finals

December 16, 2017 by East Kingdom Gazette

During the semi-finals, the two competitors entering undefeated each ceded a loss to their opponent putting them on equal footing in the semi-final bouts.. After hard and honorably fought bouts, two rapier fighters remained in contention for the honor of serving as the King’s Champion of Fence. At this point, all losses again reset, and …

East Kingdom Rapier Champs: Final Four

December 16, 2017 by Leonete

After many rounds of honorable fighting, the following rapier combatants are still vying for the honor of becoming the King’s Champion of Rapier: Undefeated Master Antonio Don Melchior Kriebel One defeat Master Donovan Don Devilin

East Kingdom Rapier Champs: Sweet 16

December 16, 2017 by East Kingdom Gazette

The following rapier combatants have advanced out of their pools and into the double elimination tourney. They are listed in no particular order. Kenric Devilin Melchior Sorcha Remy Antonio Thomas of Effingham Donovan Garrick mapmaker Katsu-Dono Ogedei Collin Monroe Douglas Doan Llewelyn Walsh Orlando sforza Omega

East Kingdom Rapier Champs: Rules and Pools

December 16, 2017 by East Kingdom Gazette

This morning, the fencers of the kingdom are vying for the honor of serving as the King’s Rapier Champion and the Queen’s Rapier Champion. The King’s Champion will be the winner of the tournament, and the Queen’s Champion will be the Queen’s choice based on skill, comportment, and honor throughout the tournament. Below are the groupings for the round robin portion of the tourney, as well as a reminder of the rules and format:

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Unofficial Court Report: Bhakail Yule

December 15, 2017 by East Kingdom Gazette

On Saturday, 9 December, AS 52, Their Majesties Ivan and Matilde, Tsar and Tsaritsa of the East, along with their Highnesses Brennan and Caoilfhionn, Prince and Princess of Tir Mara, did attend the Yule Revel in Renaissance Germany event, in their Barony of Bhakail.

Following Their Majesties’ Curia, a quick court was opened. Tsar Ivan and Tsaritsa Matilde requested the presence of Margretha La Fauvelle. Having previously received a writ to sit vigil, she was sent off to contemplate elevation to the Order of the Laurel.

Court was suspended, and there was much merriment during the event.

In the afternoon, court was reopened. Their Excellencies Rowen and Suba of Bhakail held court. Once that was complete, Their Majesties Ivan and Matilde continued with their court.

The following gentles were recognized during Tsar Ivan and Tsaritsa Matilde’s court:

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Rules for K&Q’s Bardic Champions Available

December 13, 2017 by East Kingdom Gazette

Rules and guidelines for the King’s and Queen’s Bardic Champions Competition are now available. They are printed below and can also be found at this webpage. In an effort to encourage the bardic arts, we suggest that attendees bring small tokens to be given to any performer you find particularly pleasing. Requirements for competition entry: …