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<div>Final reminder about the revel this Sunday at Island Park at the large pavilion.</div>
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<div>As it looks as though we will be having some lovely Michigan Spring Weather this weekend, it is worth noting at this point that it is rain or shine...which is why we rented the pavilion!</div>
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<div>So please come and enjoy the company of friends!</div>
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<div>Looking forward to seeing you all there!</div>
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<div>Tairdelbach</div>
<div><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><br><br></div>
<div class="gmail_quote">On Mon, Mar 29, 2010 at 10:24 PM, Art Sinclair <span dir="ltr"><<a href="mailto:tairdelbach@gmail.com">tairdelbach@gmail.com</a>></span> wrote:<br>
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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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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>
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<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> </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> </span>Be eager to fight and serve!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt">- Have fun!</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt">As for who is eligible to be selected as Our Champions.</span></p>
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<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>
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<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>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt">We hope to see you all at the revel!</span></p>
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<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></blockquote></div><br>