[Cynnabar] Spring Revel and Champions Tourney Formats

[Art Sinclair]

Unto the fine Citizens 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 the 5th Spring Revel on Sunday the
27th of April. In addition to merriment -- and much food and drink -- there
will be tourneys held to determine our Armoured and Rapier Champions who
will help lead Our army this coming summer.

This revel will, as is usual for the warmer months, be similar to the
regular outdoor practice and potluck-style dinner We have from time to time
over the Summer. In addition, We ask that those attending wear garb, as
there will be a short Court to do the business of announcing Our Champions,
and to add to the atmosphere of the revel. We will also try to attempt to
take a new Baronial Photo for the website!
The Tourneys will be styled after the Knowne World Baronial Champions
Tourneys held each year at the Pennsic War. If you are not familiar with
those Tourneys -- it is a panel judged format where the combatants spar
with each other for a time and then are asked a question or two 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 combatants.

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.
- Be able to work and/or train the troops as required.
- Should plan to attend Pennsic, Talonval, Baron and Border Wars, and North
Oaken War Maneuvers (of course real life does happen...so please talk with
Us about schedule!) Other events are also strongly encouraged and may be
added to or taken off this list as scheduling changes occur.
- 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.

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.

If there are any questions about the above responsibilities and duties,
please feel free to contact us. If you have direct concerns about any of
the specifics...we are willing to discuss!

We hope to see you all at the Spring 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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