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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Unto the People of Cynnabar
do Tairdelbach and Hannah send Greetings,</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">As we announced at Our
investiture we intend to hold Tournaments at the revel on 25 April to determine
our Armoured and Rapier Champions.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">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.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">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 the 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.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">In this case the Panel will
be the sitting and past Baronesses of Cynnabar, with input from the Barons.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">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.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Swear fealty through the
Baron/Baroness to the Crown of the Middle Kingdom.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Lead the troops on the field
of battle when asked by your Baron/Baroness.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Take attendance at
practices, or ask someone to make sure it is done if you are unable to attend.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Be able to work and/or
train the troops as required.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Must attend Pennsic,
Talonval, Baron and Border Wars (of course real life does happen...)</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Other events are also
strongly encouraged.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Encourage cross-over
between armoured and rapier fighting.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Maintain, repair, expand
upon and wear with pride the Regalia of your station.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Stand up in Court and
attend your Baron/Baroness.<span style=""> </span>You
are part of the retinue!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Advise the Baron/Baroness
on successors, pay attention to those that might someday have your job. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Be an inspiration!<span style=""> </span>Be eager to fight and serve!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">- Have fun!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">As for who is eligible to be
selected as Our Champions.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">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.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">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.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">We hope to see you all at the
revel!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Tairdelbach and Hannah</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Baron and Baroness of
Cynnabar</span></p>
<br clear="all"><br>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.<br>-- Kahlil Gibran<br>