East Kingdom Gazette

Covering the Eastern Realm of the SCA

Ex Kingdom Seneschale Throws Down Gauntlet

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Katherine Barr wields her special weapon last year, Dietrich (who lost his bet with her).
Katherine Barr wields her special weapon last year, Dietrich (who lost a bet and ended up as her weapon)

Baroness Katherine Barr, former Seneschale of the East, evened up the sides in the Laurels vs. Pelicans melee by joining the Pelicans yesterday. “I thought I would give the Laurels a fighting chance by not using my shield and sword, Dietrich, from last year.”

Fundraising for the melee was supposed to end tonight so the weapons makers had time to construct specialty weapons. Sir Michael of York and Lord Gregory of York, who build the weapons with a team of volunteers, have offered to extend the deadline. (more…)

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The Queen Joins the Fight

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Queen Kiena, beautiful and fierce inspiration to King Gregor, will get on her hobby horse armed with a boffer lance to slay Laurels on Saturday, May 25th at Panteria.  Her Majesty has joined the Laurels vs. Pelicans fundraiser for the Pennsic War Chest on the side of the Pelicans.  The Pennsic War Chest helps fund the …

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Why are the Laurels and Pelicans Fighting?

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The Laurels vs. Pelicans will be fighting in a boffer melee to raise money for the Pennsic War Chest.  The War Chest supports Pennsic related expenses associated with the Royalty such as the Known World Party (which will happen after opening ceremonies), the Royalty dinner and the Queen’s Tea.  Rumor is that the Known World …

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Unofficial Court Report: Spring War Practice

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In a round room, with torrential rains falling beyond its walls, The Mighty King Gregor held His court at East Kingdom Southern Region War Practice. Surrounded by the local populace as well as all those who had traveled a greater distance, He welcomed the new Prince of AEthelmearc, Timothy of Arindale into His Court, and remarked on the excitement and joy surrounding having a former King of the East, and such a dear friend, win the Crown Tournament of AEthelmearc. His Highness AEthelmearc presented His Majesty with a gift and spoke of how nice it was to be welcomed so warmly.

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Laurels and Pelicans Get Silly For The Kingdom

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Delicate Flower of the Northern ArmyThis year’s list of Laurels and Pelicans has been announced for the Laurels vs. Pelicans boffer melees.  The fundraiser will benefit the Pennsic war chest. Peers are given weapons based on how much money is donated in their name.  They can take the field at Panteria with something as small as a dagger or as fantastical as a giant scorpion. To support your favorite peer, go to www. laurelsvspelicans.com.  Any peer who hasn’t signed up and wants to should send an email to the organizers.

Available weapons and their cost are:
Dagger – $25
Sword – $50
Sword and Shield – $75
Specialty Weapon – $100

The peers are listed below with their fighting nicknames and desired specialty weapons (if they have them).  (more…)

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Tournament Results: Eastern Crown

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Kenric 5The following is the report of Lady Sabina Luttrell, East Kingdom Minister of Lists, on the Spring Crown Tournament held in the Crown Province of Ostgardr on April 27th, 2013

The following warriors entered the lists on a gorgeous spring day to compete for the honor of becoming Prince of the East Kingdom and crowning their consort as Princess.

There were 4 round robin lists to start the day. The top 4 combatants (*starred*) were taken from each pool to compete in a double elimination tournament.

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Unofficial Court Report from K&Q Champions

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The populace of the East Kingdom gathered together in the Shire of Rusted Woodlands on the 4th of the month of May Anno Societatis 48, called in the Common Era, 2013, to witness the great feats of it’s own warriors as they competed for the honor of being the King’s or Queen’s Champion of Arms.  As befits an event which is the first of a fresh new year, the air was filled with the fresh promise of Spring and the sights of many where fixed upon great new potential.  The format for the day’s competition was explained, as the scent of fire and meat filled the air from the day board offerings.  His Majesty gathered all around to speak of the meaning of that for which they fought this day.  Drawing the sword of state from it’s sheath as it was held by his soon to be retired champion, Brennan mac Fearghus, he read the motto etched upon it, Justitia Virtutum Regina recited it’s translation, Justice is Queen of Virtues, and then discussed the deeper meaning and great honor behind the statement.

And then the competition began.  (more…)

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Camping Season Cometh

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TentsThroughout much of the East Kingdom the unofficial start of the camping season is Memorial Day weekend (this year it falls on May 24 – 27th) and the Kingdom Event Calendar boasts two excellent camping events for you to get out of your winter habitation and spend some time “on campaign” with your fellow medievalists. It’s time to unpack your best camping cot and soak up the late spring sunshine, get in the first big melee or woods battle of the season, shop ’til you drop, and get your garb and equipment a fresh infusion of wood smoke as you join in the revelry around the campfire.

PLEASE NOTE: QUEST XXX which is also traditionally held on Memorial Weekend HAS BEEN CANCELED
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