[Cynnabar] Baronial Champions Tourneys

Sat Apr 30 18:18:02 UTC 2011

Just a follow up note to His Excellency's email.

Since this is the  first "Kill and Grill" of the year, please remember to
bring:

1)   A dish to pass for the group......* PLUS*
2)   The meat, chicken, soy burgers, hot dogs, etc that you would like to
grill
       for yourself.......*PLUS*
3)    Your plates, silverware and the beverage you want to drink.

The charcoal will be provided.

Most important.....it is a lot of fun......please come and join in!!

YIS,
Ilse

On Tue, Apr 19, 2011 at 12:03 AM, Art Sinclair <tairdelbach at gmail.com>wrote:

> Hello!
>
> A friendly reminder about the Champions Tourneys coming up on May 1st (see
> original message below) and some additional information as well:
>
> All combatants are to present themselves by 12:30 pm.
> Tournaments begin at 1 pm, promptly.
>
> There will be a brief court to announce winners...and possibly other things
> as well...following the tourneys and before the food part of the revel!
>
> Practice time after or during -- as space, time and weather allow.
>
> A 'Kill-and-Grill" style revel/potluck to occur after court. (Generally
> this has been bring your own meat to grill and a dish to pass!)
>
> Please wear garb if possible.
>
> We will be taking a Cynnabar Group Picture to post on the Website too!
>
> The shelter space at the far end of the park is reserved for Cynnabar. This
> is where the rest rooms are located, for those that are familiar with the
> park. We have also obtained the permits for alcohol.....so it is a WET SITE.
>
> Looking forward to seeing you all there!
>
> Tairdelbach and Hannah
>
>
> They deem me mad for I will not sell my days for gold; I deem them mad for
> they think my days have a price.
> -- Kahlil Gibran
>
>
> On Mon, Mar 28, 2011 at 10:45 AM, Art Sinclair <tairdelbach at gmail.com>wrote:
>
>> Unto the People of Cynnabar do Tairdelbach and Hannah send Greetings,
>>
>>
>>
>> As the weather once again changes, and Spring warms the blood of the
>> warriors of Cynnabar, We intend to host a revel on the 1st of May where
>> tourneys will be held to determine our Armoured and Rapier Champions who
>> will help lead Our army this summer.
>>
>>
>>
>> This revel will, as is usual for the warmer months (at least we hope it is
>> warmer then!), be part of the regular outdoor practice and potluck dinner
>> held every month, the “Kill and Grill” as it has come to be called. But for
>> this occasion We ask that those attending wear garb, as there will be a
>> short Court to do the business of announcing Our Champions, and just to add
>> to the atmosphere of the revel.
>>
>>
>>
>> The Tourneys will be styled after the Knowne World Baronial Champions
>> Tourney held each year at the Pennsic War. If you are not familiar with this
>> Tourney it is a panel judged format where they Tenans spar with each other
>> for a time and then are asked a question by a panel of Baronesses, and then
>> continue to spar. The panel then chooses a victor based on the comportment,
>> eloquence, and prowess of the Tenans.
>>
>>
>>
>> In this case the Panel will be the sitting and past Baronesses of
>> Cynnabar, with input from the Barons.
>>
>>
>>
>> So that all who are interested may know We provide below a list that
>> includes, but is not limited by, the duties expected of Our Champions.
>>
>>
>>
>> - Swear fealty through the Baron/Baroness to the Crown of the Middle
>> Kingdom.
>>
>> - Lead the troops on the field of battle when asked by your
>> Baron/Baroness.
>>
>> - Take attendance at practices, or ask someone to make sure it is done if
>> you are unable to attend.
>>
>> - Be able to work and/or train the troops as required.
>>
>> - Must attend Pennsic, Talonval, Baron and Border Wars (of course real
>> life does happen...)
>>
>> - Other events are also strongly encouraged.
>>
>> - Encourage cross-over between armoured and rapier fighting.
>>
>> - Maintain, repair, expand upon and wear with pride the Regalia of your
>> station.
>>
>> - Stand up in Court and attend your Baron/Baroness.  You are part of the
>> retinue!
>>
>> - Advise the Baron/Baroness on successors, pay attention to those that
>> might someday have your job.
>>
>> - Be an inspiration!  Be eager to fight and serve!
>>
>> - Have fun!
>>
>>
>>
>> As for who is eligible to be selected as Our Champions.
>>
>>
>>
>> All citizens of Cynnabar will be duly considered. Citizens are any who
>> identify themselves as members of the Barony regardless of geographical
>> location. However geographical location may hinder the ability to perform
>> certain expected duties, and should be considered by the Tenan prior to
>> entering the Tourney.
>>
>>
>>
>> In keeping with Baronial tradition, Knights, Masters at Arms, and Warders
>> of the Bronze Ring shall be welcome to participate in the Tourney, We would
>> see how Our potential Champions fare against the best opponents, but will
>> not be eligible to be selected as Champions.
>>
>>
>>
>> We hope to see you all at the revel!
>>
>>
>>
>> Tairdelbach and Hannah
>>
>> Baron and Baroness of Cynnabar
>>
>>
>> They deem me mad for I will not sell my days for gold; I deem them mad for
>> they think my days have a price.
>> -- Kahlil Gibran
>>
>
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