Pennsic Independent

Friday
August 8,
A.S. XLIII
(2008 CE)
Independent
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The Pennsic
Despotissa Heirusalem Crystoma, Publisher; Magistra Nicolaa de Bracton, Editor; Magistra Octavia Columella, Founder
Copyright ©2008 Sarah Rogers
East Sweeps Over the Bridge Battle
By DonalBane of Blakmers
Battlefield Reporter,
Pennsic Independent
DonalBane’s Unofficial War Points:
Midrealm Dragons 15, East Tygers 12
The two grand armies of the Dragon
and the Tyger returned to the field
Thursday for the Bridge battle. This
year, the battle included three fights over
five bridges, with each fight worth one
War Point.
The Midrealm deployed its forces on
the east side of the field. Æthelmearc, the
Tuchux, South Oaken, and Constellation
were sent to the left flanks; the Huskarls, Midlands, and Petamere went to
the center; Ealdormere, the Great Dark
Horde, Calontir ,and Outlands were sent
to the right; while North Oaken and the
western allies were held in reserve.
The East deployed from the west
side of the field, sending the Southern
army, Atlantia, and Black Talon to the
right; Duchy von Drachenklaue and the
Northern Army went to the center; and
the Ulsterblichen and Northfield were
sent to the north.
The first fight was a fairly static affair,
as the East seemed reluctant to engage
unnecessarily, given their lesser numbers. As a result, the Midrelam’s forces
seized the center of all five bridges and
held them just out of spear range from
the East.
Photo by Master Philip the Pilgrim
What started out as a long weapons game during the Bridge Battle on Thursday
quickly degraded into a brawl as the front lines clashed.
The biggest push from the East came his forces through a breach and up the
on the south bridge, as Black Talon and field. As soon as the breach took place,
House Serpentius slowly ground down Eastern forces pushed on every bridge,
the Æthelmearc forces. When the can- sweeping the Dragon before them. In
non sounded after 30 minutes, the East’s the end, House Darkmoon was the last
forces held the southern bridges, but the Midrealm force left standing on the
Midrealm held the other four bridges center bridge before getting squeezed
despite being pushed. The Dragon from both sides.
Fight three included combat archery
claimed the first fight.
Things in fights two and three were and siege weapons, which the Atlantians
much more dynamic. The East switched took full advantage of. The battle on the
Atlantia to the southern bridge, and the south bridge was an archer’s delight as
many gentles fell to well-placed shots.
result was a breakout both times.
Again, the Æthelmearcians were
In fight two, Atlantia held its forces
back for about 15 minutes before begin- pushed back and only were able to hold
ning a huge push against the Æthelmear- the bridge with help from Constellation.
cians. Bodies on the southern bridge However, when Constellation commitwere piled three- and four-deep when ted itself, Northshield pushed on the
the holds were called. When the action south-central bridge and eradicated the
resumed, HRM Sinclair of Atlantia led Midrealm’s forces.
Weather
Thunderstorms
High 71°F/22°C
Low 56°F/13°C
Sunrise: 6:23 AM
Sunset: 8:27 PM
(continued on page 3)
Head Count
10,497
as of 8PM
Thu. Aug. 7
Camp News
There have been a number of changes to the Battlefield
schedule. These are listed on a separate document posted
to the Heralds’ and Marshals’ message boards.
Heralds’ Point is now open for consultation. Check
your Pennsic Book for hours. Heralds’ Point also needs
volunteers.
There is a detour on the route to the New Castle WalMart. See Information Point for directions.
All official announcements must be approved before
being posted.
Volunteers are desperately needed in all departments
– see the various Pennsic departments for information.
Do not fasten notes to or smoke in the portacastles.
No party announcements will be posted by the Cry
Heralds. There will be no exceptions!
Do not use staples on the message boards. To post items,
use push pins or duct tape. Unofficial announcements
(such as party announcements or advertisements) must
be posted on the opposite side of the boards from official
announcements.
Combat archery rules changes are in effect for Siloflex
arrows. See the rules change at Inspection Point.
Water Bearers are desperately needed for the battles.
Please be mindful of the use of cameras, video devices
and cell phone cameras in or near toilets and showers as
it may offend.
On behalf of Public Safety Pennsic 37, due to the lack of
compliance from certain gentles who have not removed
their vehicles from site after numerous warnings, the
towing policy will be replaced with the following, effective immediately:
Vehicles found on site after numerous warnings will
be asked to leave site from Pennsic 37, along with the
owner/user of same. These gentles will not be entitled
to any refund and their attendance at Pennsic 38 may be
in jeopardy.
This includes all vehicles located in campsites, on roads,
paths, berms , and especially those located in incorrect
parking areas.
Wolgemut has lost a wooden piece of their bagpipe. A
reward is offered for its return.
The washers in the laundry at the Barn are out of order until further notice. The problem is being addressed
but the washers are expected to be down for the rest of
War.
The winner of the Known World Rapier Novice Battle
was Lord Lothairdas Rabewulf von Bremen
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August 8, A.S. XLIII (2008 CE)
The Pennsic Independent
Thursday Battlefield Report
By DonalBane of Blakmers
Battlefield Reporter, Pennsic Independent
Belted Champions Battle
After the Bridge battles were completed, the East and
Midrealm met again on the field for the Belted Champions
battle. As usual, this battle included 20 champion knights
from both kingdoms.
The fight was quick and rugged affair, but the Tyger’s forces
were able to stick together better and roll over the field.
Unbelted Champions Battle
Just after the Belted Champions, the Unbelted Champions
of the East and Midrealm came together for their 40-on-40
fight.
Having seen their belted brethren fall, the Midrealm’s
forces came out with steely resolve and they showed it on
the battlefield. The Dragon’s forces rolled over the field with
minimal casualties and ground the East down.
As has become tradition, Captain Gunner, head of the Midrealm unbelts, was given a sword in friendship by his Eastern
counterparts. Gunner was later put on vigil for knighthood.
Allied Champions Battle
One the toughest and best fights of the war, the Allied
Champions battle took place Thursday about 30 minutes after
the other champions’ battles. The battle was an SCA-style
game of capture the flag with resurrections allowed in twominute intervals. The side that captured the other squad’s
flag seven times—or had the most captures in 60 minutes
—would earn the War Point.
The fight was a rollicking affair with battle lines wavering
all over the field. Several times, a warrior seized a flag only to
be tripped by the turf monster. There was also one occasion
where each side grabbed the other’s flag at the same time,
negating any scoring.
After splitting the first four captures, the East’s allies took
a 4-2 lead, and were able to hang on for a 4-3 win at the end
of the hour.
Bridge Battle
(continued from page 1)
The final push was so quick in coming, the Northern Oaken
Army was still in its reserve position when East forces surrounded it on all sides. The Oaken boys put up a heroic fight,
but ultimately fell.
Jubilant East forces were elated with victory as cries of
“Konrad! Konrad!” rang out as the Tyger King visited and
complemented each of his forces.
Thursday Rapier Report
By Grizzly of Ironstar
Marshall Reporter, the Pennsic Independent
Battle of Tortuga
Thursday afternoon (with sword and musket), pirates
attacked at the Main Rapier List. Two groups of merchants
and a group of pirates went at it ship-to-ship. Across four
planks, the pirates rushed the merchants. With unlimited
resurrection compared to the merchant’s one resurrection, the pirates had the upper hand. The rapier fighters
rotated after each fight so everyone had a turn at being
a pirate. Even today’s rain couldn’t dampen the fighters
spirits and ruin their fun.
Æthelmarc Known World Ladies’
Treasure Chest Tournament
Twenty-six female rapier fighters competed Thursday
for a treasure trove of prizes. Prizes were donated by supporters, with the first place prize being a rapier helmet
donated by Marco of Marco & Krieger Armory. Second
place, age permitting, was a bottle of twelve year-old
scotch. As for the rest of the treasure, the ladies were allowed to pick and choose their own prizes. This was the
fifth year for the tournament to be hosted by Illadore de
Bedegrayno. This will also be her last year running the
event as her work has taken her to the West Coast, making
it more difficult to make the journey to war every year.
“It’s time for some else to take over and hopefully run
the tournament for another five years.”
The final bout in today’s tournament came down to
Annora Raines of the West and Amanita Villarosa for the
Middle. In the first few moments of the round Annora
took Amanita’s off hand, then in an act of courtesy and
chivalry threw down her off hand weapon and finished
Amanita with a double kill. The second pass began the
same way with Annora taking Amanita’s off hand and
throwing down her off hand weapon again. Finally Annora took Amanita’s weapon hand for the win. This is
the first Pennsic for the winner of Thursday’s tournament, Annora Rains. She was overcome with joy as she
accepted the rapier helmet from Illadore. “It’s been an
honor fighting with all of you, this is my first Pennsic
and you’ve made it amazing.”
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Friday’s Big Battle: The Field Battle
And now, my lords and ladies, it’s time for the main event.
There will be five battles this year, with standard last-manstanding rules for fights one, two, four and five. Combat
archery and siege weapon are allowed in the last two fights.
Fight three, meanwhile, will be a “regicide”: affair: the side
which is able to kill the king of the East or Midrealm will
win.
What to watch for: The first charge. Anyone whose heart
doesn’t race during the first charge has no pulse.
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The Pennsic Independent
Harp Merchant’s Swan Song
By Jack Marvell
Feature Reporter, Pennsic Independent
It’s a curtain call for Silvershell Musical Instruments.
Owner Albert du Croissy has decided that after 15 years of
serving customers at War, it’s time to move on. This will be
Albert’s last War as a merchant. He plans to concentrate on
selling his handmade musical instruments from home.
Merchanting can be challenging, he said.
“It’s really a lot of work for a merchant to get ready for
an event this big,” said Albert, who turned 70 today. “I
spent about five months in the workshop to get everything
ready.’
Merchants also have new requirements for insurance.
“All the merchants have to carry insurance, required by
Coopers Lake Campground,” Albert said. “ I don’t think this is
driven by the Cooper’s themselves. I’m not blaming them. It’s
the normal risk–aversion that carriers have to anything.”
Many of the merchants have banded together to purchase
a group-insurance policy, but Albert is concerned that what
it means for the future.
“My concern is that if there is ever a claim on any merchant,
it’s going to kill it for everyone,” he said.
“There was a lot hanging out there … there was a lot of
uncertainty,” Albert said. “That’s going to be a risk for all the
small merchants.”
Albert is not giving up on making musical instruments.
“A lot of people have been my loyal customers,” Albert
said. “I’m going to keep doing what I do here, but I’m going
to do more on the web.”
Pennsic takes a great deal of time and investment for a
merchant.
“This is by far the biggest event to do,” Albert said. “For
me to get here and see is well over $1,000. For $1,000 I can do
a lot of advertising on the web.”
There are also economic considerations.
“Costs are really becoming an issue,” he said. “There are
getting to be more alternatives to selling here.”
Albert has been crafting harps and other musical instrument
for a quarter-century.
“I’ve been doing this for 25 years,” he said. “Our daughter was in the SCA when she was in college. She wanted a
harp.”
Finding harps too expensive, Albert eventually found plans
and decide to build a harp for his daughter. Other people
liked the harp enough to ask Albert to build more. Eventually
someone offered to pay, and Alfred began selling harps.
The secret of building a good harp is “having good wood
and having a good design,” he said. “ It’s also best if you can
buy from the person who made it because they are the only
ones who can stand behind it.”
What is the perfect wood for a harp?
“Different masters prefer different woods,” Albert said. “I
prefer cherry and walnut. You have to use a hardwood.”
It takes Albert two to three weeks to build a large harp.
“There is a lot of waiting time,” Albert said. “You have
to wait for glue to dry, for things to settle in, for strings to
stretch.” Because of this, Albert attempts to have several
projects going at one time.
Photo by Jack Marvell
Albert du Croissy poses next to one of his harps.
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The Pennsic Independent
By Mary of Montevale
Reporter, Pennsic Independent
Mom, I’m Still Bored!
Lots of things are winding down all over Pennsic today as
people begin preparations for the journey home. This means,
unfortunately, there are more things to see than to do yourself
today.
The Youth Archery Championship up on top of Mount Eislin
begins at 9 and goes on until noon. Why so long? Not everyone
can shoot at the same time!
There is an East/Middle Youth Tourney in the youth combat
area from 1 to 3. If you’re not fighting in this yourself, come
cheer on your campmates or friends.
The traditional, big Field Battle with adult fighters begins
around 10 and goes on for a total of five battles. It’s fun to
watch from a slight elevation like a bit up the hill behind the
Battlefield— with all those fighters out there at once, it is bigger than some real battles back in the Middle Ages. It can be
interesting to see how the mass of people flows like an amoeba
or to watch the front line between the opposing armies twist
and turn until it is no longer a line.
Have you gone to watch the glassblower at work in his booth
on Bow Street? Earlier in the week the demos were at noon and
the even-numbered afternoon hours. Remind Mom or Dad they
can get coffee right next door, too.
Just for Teens
The Thrown Weapons is closing down at 1 pm today, so if
you want one more chance to throw, you’d better get up there
before then.
I’m pushing dancing for guys one more time. This time it’s
Middle Eastern dancing at the ME dance pavilion right next
door to the newspaper office. The class Basics of Egyptian Stick
Dance (called Tahtib) is at 2 pm. The dance includes mock combat moves. You will need to bring a “stick”— a 4-foot length
of rattan or bamboo (it does not have to be list legal) with a
diameter of 3/4 to 1-1/2 inches.
Late afternoon is the time to get to the Performing Arts Pavilion for an Improv Festival where the audience may also be
participating.
From 8 to 10 tonight, again at Performing Arts, the Known
World Players present “Forbidden Pennsic,” a Broadway musical-style show but with song lyrics that most certainly never
made it even to Off-Off-Broadway.
Correction – Æthelmearc Novice Rapier
Winner Heavy: Mid – Lothair dos Robewulf
Winner Light: East – Kennrich Aubrey
41 Novices, 7 Kingdoms
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Dark Victory – gorget
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Gypsy Peddler – gift certificate
Lord Stefan Legas – brocade pouch
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Zen Warrior Armory – Gauntlets
Nightshade Leather – belt and pouch, pirate necklace
White Wolf & Phoenix – hand-woven rapier favor
Fabric Dragon – Jet pendant
Dancing Pig Pottery – goblet
Swords & More – Main Gauche, wooden daggers, silver cups
Ask for It – 2 leather pouches
Graybar Archery – pouch
Known World Treasures – Athletic support/cup
Griffon’s Claw Armoury – pouch
Ye Dragon & Unicorn – leather mug
Horsebows – rapier tips
Dragon Magic – plumes
Revival Enterprises Inc – book “Arte of Defense”
La Wren’s Nest – bangles
Rabinwald – cloak pin
Lady Meg the Mad – jewelry
Sunshadow design – precious stone pin
Blonde Swan – feathered hat pin
Argent Fox Music – gauntlets
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The Pennsic Independent
Armor vs. Thrown Weapons Demo: An interview
By Mary of Montevale
Reporter, Pennsic Independent
Wednesday afternoon I spoke with Colin MacKenzie, one
of the instructors for a demo held earlier in the day. Incidentally, Colin is also this year’s Known World Thrown Weapons
Champion and the Deputy Thrown Weapons Marshal for
Pennsic 37.
Mary: How did you come up with the idea for this particular class?
Colin: The question kept coming up in our classes and
marshals’ discussions—How effective were these weapons
(knife, ax, and spear) in real combat in period times? At least
one of our marshals also thought our demo might serve as
a pointed reminder (pun intended) to the heavy weapons
fighters at the Fort to stay out of our safety zones. [Reporter’s
note: The thrown weapons range is located slightly uphill
from the back of the Fort.]
Mary: What kind of armor did you test your weapons
on?
Colin: For today’s demo we made an articulated wooden
pell to simulate a real warrior’s body, and we put three different kinds of materials used as armor on him. There are so
many in-period variations in all three of these materials; we
decided to go with those available to us that are the closest
to SCA-legal materials.
The first was some sheet metal plate of 16-gauge mild steel.
Second was butted chain mail. Third was a piece of 14 oz.
heavy leather (there was no special treatment for this leather
beyond the normal tanning process).
Mary: Which thrown weapons did you use?
Our knives were Viking scramasaexes. Our axes were plain
tomahawks (we didn’t want to risk the Francescas on the
metal armor), and we had two kinds of spears: a leaf-bladed
javelin, and some of Dominic Seamor’s pila. Dominic’s pila
are made from rake handles into which are inserted lengths
of rebar with machine-sharpened points. The rebar stands up
better to the stresses of repeated use on the Thrown Weapons
range than replica pila points.
Mary: What happened with the sheet of mild steel?
The knife and ax dented the plate but did not go in. Neither
did the javelin. In period times, the guy wearing steel might
have been bruised or slightly injured, but his injuries would
probably not have been fatal. The pilum, however, penetrated
the metal and its tip went well into the wooden pell. Avoid
combat against pila when wearing mild steel plate!
Mary: I am going to guess the chain mail fared better?
Colin: That guess would be wrong. All three weapons forms
penetrated the mail with no problem. In fact, the tomahawks
left 2½ to 3 inch cut holes in the mail. Remember, though, this
was butted mail, not the riveted kind.
Mary: And the leather?
Colin: We had some real interesting results with the leather.
Against a single thickness of 14 oz. leather, all the weapons
penetrated and stuck in the wood. Against a double layer of
the same leather, only the edged weapons penetrated. That
would be the tomahawks and the leaf-bladed spear. The pilum
could not penetrate the double thickness of leather.
Mary: Are you going to try these weapons against other
materials in the future?
Colin: We are discussing further experiments with riveted
mail and cuir bouilli (boiled) leather. And we’re hoping to locate an old SCA-legal plate breast or back that someone would
be willing to donate to us “in the name of science.”
Mary: Thank you, Colin. It sounds to me like this demo
would make a great episode of a particular Discovery Channel show.
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THLord Ulric Wulfricson, mka Phillip
Anderson, set out across the Bifrost
Bridge on December 16, 2007 CE.
Ulric is now drinking with Odin and
giving the Valkyrie grief. In keeping
with his wishes, friends will honor
Ulric’s long service to Thescorre,
Pennsic and the SCA in general as
well as his prowess in archery and thrown weapons
with a Viking Longboat burning on Coopers Lake at
dusk on Friday, August 8th. Ulric’s Lady-wife, Katrina
of York, mka Pam Anderson, requests that anyone
wishing to pay tribute to Ulric consider making a donation
to the Human Rights Campaign, World Wildlife Fund
or Planned Parenthood in his memory.
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The Pennsic Independent
Mercenaries at SCA Wars
By Syr Kyppyn Kirkcaldy
For the Pennsic Independent
Many of us have seen or heard about mercenaries in the
SCA. If you are a “king’s man” or “royalist” you may revile
them, but in recent years they have grown to almost a third
of the warriors on the field at Pennsic.
I would like to give you a brief description of the different
kinds of mercenaries I have worked with in the Midrealm
Army command staff, tell a little about their culture, and
explain how some of them came to be.
How “mercenary” are they?
Some mercenary groups are actually big households that
play at being mercenaries as part of their persona in the
SCA. These groups may be paid with a six-pack of beer and
a friendly handshake. They are participating in the SCA, and
have every intention of fighting for their Kingdom.
A second group is a household or group of households that
have members in various Kingdoms. As a group they may
be fringe SCA and only get together for big wars, such as
Pennsic, Gulf Wars, or Estrella. They use the mercenary role
as a way to have influence on a particular kingdom, or just
to play in their persona.
The last group are the true soldiers-for-hire. They have
no kingdom alliances, and are open to the highest bidder.
Genuine goods and gifts are exchanged for their services,
and it can cost as high as $10-$40 per person. They may be
influenced by the numbers at a war, and they will most likely
side with the underdog in order to have the chance to fight
greater numbers. These fringe participants may or may not
be SCA members.
Some groups fit into more than one of the above categories
or into a “gray” level. Some groups’ motivations change with
internal changes or external influences. The Midrealm and
Eastern armies have worked hard to have relationships with
many of these groups. Every year is different. But one thing
we do know, both Kingdoms need these non-Kingdom Allies
to maintain even numbers. It has become a way of life.
A couple questions usually come up when discussing
mercenary groups.
“Whether you are just considering
buying or building a tent, or you have
years of experience, you will find that
this book …will save you time and
money.” –Tournaments Illuminated
Where did all these mercenary groups come
from?
While we may never know all of the reasons that mercenary
groups exist, we have asked enough questions to be able to
determine one large influence. A number of years ago, a group
of newcomers approached the SCA to play. The existing group
was negative, not very supportive, or indifferent, and these
newcomers decided to do their own thing. Time and time
again, we see where new people leave the SCA because no
one encouraged or supported their efforts. Some people just
go participate in another hobby, while some create their own
game. And thus, mercenary households are born.
Why do we need them?
Let’s do a quick breakdown of the fighting troops at Pennsic.
If you look at the Kingdoms and their allies you find approximately 1100 troops on the field at Pennsic. When you
add non-Kingdom allies, you have an additional 300-370
fighters on the field. Thus, not counting mercenaries, each
side can anticipate being outnumbered by more than half
that last figure.
Each Kingdom has their own history of working with mercenaries. Some Kingdoms have supported mercenary groups
more than others. These kingdoms recognized the value of
these groups early on and have been developing relationships
that encourage their participation for years. Some Kingdoms
treat these groups with contempt. They will not negotiate
or even consider these groups to have any value, and they
believe the nature of such groups’ existence is a negative
influence on our Society. There are many Kingdoms with
opinions somewhere in between. Each viewpoint has its own
pros and cons, but no matter what side of the coin you are on,
the fact is clear: mercenary groups are here to stay, and they
will continue to be an influence at large SCA Wars.
Every time we complain that we have to “pay” for a mercenary group, in reality we are paying for something that
someone else in the SCA did years ago. We will keep paying
for those mistakes for many years to come.
I can’t stress one thing enough. Support your new members. Get them involved and empower them to be positive
participants in your group. Otherwise, the next mercenary
household you face at Pennsic could be your neighbor.
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The Pennsic Independent
Go Postal!
By Jack Marvell
Feature Reporter, Pennsic Independent
The Pennsic postal station needs your help.
Postmaster Dave Bailey said the U.S. Postal Service powersthat-be need to be reminded about the usefulness of a postal
station at Pennsic.
“They don’t plan for it in the budget, so every year … it’s
a fight to get them to understand the need for us to be here,”
he said.
While there are no concrete plans to cut the service, Pennsic
residents can help limit this possibility by calling the 1-800275-8777 and leaving feedback about the station.
“We’ve just been telling everybody to call and make a positive comment about how it’s needed.”
The Postal Service has been suffering from the same budget
problems that other government agencies do.
“They are cutting here and cutting there,” Bailey said.
The Pennsic postal station was originally budgeted out of
the Slippery Rock post office, but this became a casualty of
the progress of technology. The machines used at the Pennsic
station are old-fashioned enough to be portable.
“We had to go to a smaller office to find an older machine,”
he said.
The Pennsic post office has been operating at each War for
the last 20 years or so. There are about 600 to 700 pieces of
outgoing mail processed at the station each day.
Early Period Tunics & Dresses
-Norman
-Anglo Saxon
-Roman
-Viking
-Under tunics / under dresses
Viking Aprons
Og on Alcohol
Decadence at Pennsic
OG on WAR with all the pleasures of home
I have written on decadence
before. Champagne, lobster,
chocolate, mushrooms, coffee,
single malt scotch, truffles and
caviar. All the good life. We
deserve it.
Decadence is more than what
we eat and drink. We can live
decadence. We all know the
story of the knight who showed
up with the. 40” Plasma TV, DVD Player, 100 DVDs, 1000w
Stereo, 400 CDs, massage chair, coffee maker, refrigerator,
microwave, air conditioner and a 4 person hot tub and tried
to run it all off one 120v plug. It is a myth, a Pennsic urban
legend. It really didn’t happen. Close, but not really
I do bring some of the modern world to Pennsic. I am weak.
I bring my cell phone and a back up. I call Mom and Loki
twice a day. I am a good son, but I will only use it hiding
in my tent. I carry a crank solar AM/FM weather radio for
emergency use only. Last year during the storms, the people
with the laptops who could watch the storms roll in on the
weather radar. That was way cool. I envied them.
Dome light for my tent. Battery fan for better sleeping. My
cordless drill has saved many a person’s Pennsic. I carry a
mini flashlight but rarely need it. Just in case
Lords and Ladies!
Charge your glasses and raise them high!
To the Great and Wonderful Middle Ages! With just a small
dash of the modern world, I could choose no better world than
the world we live in 2 weeks a year at Pennsic.
Drink Well
Drink Often
Drink with
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The Pennsic Independent
Smoker Onsite!
bleman’s
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Pulled Pork
Ribs
Chicken
All meat smoked and
cooked at Pennsic!
Gyros
Gyro Platter
w/Greek Pasta Salad
olives & peppers
When
MEAT
goes to
WAR
Everyone
wins!!!
Purveyor of Fine Food
Delicious Vegetarian
offerings, too!
Nobleman’s Menu
BREAKFAST
Greek Wrap
Western Wrap
(Ham or Sausage)
Medieval Beast
Heart Smart
Biscuits and Gravy
Cinnamon Buns
Breakfast Sandwich
LUNCH & DINNER
Pulled Pork or Chicken
Southwestern Chicken
Hot or Sweet Italian Sausage
Nobleman
Bocca Sandwich
Gyro
Feta Cheese
Gyro Platter
Lamb Dinner
Grape Leaves
Meat or Veg.
Ribs- Full or ½
Full Rack Platter
½ Rack Platter
COMBOS
Pulled Pork or Chicken
Hot or Sweet Sausage
Nobleman
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4:30pm
Join us for breakfast every
morning from 6:30am to
10:00am
Our entire menu is available
for infield catering
New Lower Prices
From Last Year!
SIDES
Greek Pasta Salad
Chickpea
Tabouli
Hummus & Pita
Cucumber Dill Salad
Beans
Collard Greens
Drinks
Coffee or Tea
Orange Juice
FRESH HOT
CINNAMON BUNS
Made Daily
Available All Day &
All Night
ONCE
AGAIN
INN
NEW!
Two great places
under one tent!
Nobleman’s and
Once Again Inn!
True Real Pit Barbeque!
Food Court 2 Across from the Barn
August 8, A.S. XLIII (2008 CE)
The Pennsic Independent
Pennsic Children’s Theater Gets
Off on the Right Foot
NOW ON DVD
DuckBall Home Video
Watch This
Space Presents
By Ursula the Widow
and Mary of Montevale
For the Pennsic Independent
Laughter and smiles filled the performing Arts Pavilion
on Thursday afternoon when the Pennsic Children’s Theater
presented “The Indeterminate Number of Dancing Princesses”
under the direction of Mistress Rhonwen Glyn Conwy, the manager of i Sebastiani. Mistress Anne of Framlingham assisted.
This is the sixth year of the children’s performance, which
was begun by Mistress Rhonwen with THL Tyzes Sofia. Some
children in Thursday’s performance have been involved all
six years.
“We’re very popular,” Mistress Rhonwen said as she managed yesterday’s dress rehearsal with 42 children on stage.
Because of the physical limitations of the performing Arts
Pavilion stage, she plans next year to divide the children into
several groups and offer a series of short plays.
When asked what he liked about participating, Douglas, who
played the King, said, “Everyone gets fun and fair parts.” The
other children applauded him.
A cast of 42 children, ranging from toddlers to teens, presented the adaptation of “The Twelve Dancing Princesses,” the
tale of a family of royal sisters whose shoes are found every
morning danced to pieces. The Performing Arts Pavilion was
standing room only with many children and many more adults
who warmly appreciated the show.
The director was remarkably successful at using the large
groups of actors for comic effect in the small space available.
The well rehearsed, smiling young people obviously enjoyed
themselves. Conlann, who played Michael, the hero of the
story, was one of the most confident and energetic performers as he discovered the princesses’ secret and wooed the
youngest, Lina, played by Corinne. She and the eldest princess
Genevieve, played by the much shorter Rose, also gave strong
performances.
Genevieve created a moment of improvisational humor in
the scene where she purchased a forgetfulness potion from two
bad witches. She took the potion and began to depart with her
money pouch, making the witches run after her shouting for
their pay.
In the final scene, the king learned the secret and awarded
Michael Lina’s hand. “Hurray, now I don’t have to buy any
more shoes!” he shouted. Then all the princesses exclaimed at
once, “But Daddy! We’re at Pennsic!”
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• Battles, Tournaments, Interviews,
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We”re Still Here!
Swords & More
Merchant Space #1,
Your #1 shop for Swords, Knives, Axes,
Wooden training weapons, Bokens, Shanai,
Feast Gear, Tankards, Bowls Live Folded Steel
Katanas, Weapons from LOTR, FF VII & VIII,
Zelda, Advent Children, Pirates of Caribbean,
Soul Caliber & Blade, Rapiers, The 300.
The Amber Lady &
Hagerson Forge
Amber, Furry Hats - Hand-forged Knives & Axes
Amberholic Alert
Amber from the 1967 World Expo,
Lost in a warehouse for 41 years!
Come and see us in Space #186
August 8, A.S. XLIII (2008 CE)
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Messages of the Night Skies
“Home
of the
King
John
Burger”
By Nequamus the Seer,
Translated by Lord Dominic Seamor
For the Pennsic Independent
ONCE
AGAIN
INN
Now under one tent with
Nobleman’s!
In the last night of the War, look West as the angel of battle
will become the harbinger of peace touching the calm of Luna.
So shall the spirit of love and gentility show the true path of
all trusty people.
The International Space Station will pass over Pennsic several
times this War. It will usually appear low in the western sky, move
higher and eastward, and then disappear suddenly as it enters
Earth’s shadow.
On its final journey o’er the fields on which the people have
gathered, the wandering star shows its weariness by a lower
intensity of only –0.1. It rises from low in the western sky at
21:13:34 and journeys toward the southwest for two minutes,
reaching only a slightly greater height, and disappear at a low
height in the south after yet another two minutes. Its path
tonight will take the wanderer near the waxing Moon.
Data from www.heavens-above.com
Continue to follow the signs and portents in the skies upon your
return home. Learn how in the Saturday edition of the PI.
Two Great places to eat,
one location!
Food Court 2,
Next to the Barn
Once Again Inn
Menu
Slow Smoked Wings
with Handmade Dust/Sauce
King John Burger
w/ fries
Chicken Fajita
w/ fries
Chicken Salad
Wings½
Full
Hot Dog
w/ Chili
Fries
w/ Chili/Cheese
Veggie Burger
House Salad
Cucumber Dill
Salad
Marinated Bean
Salad
Cinnamon Buns
Lemon Shakes
Iced Tea
Hours 11am
‘til you go to bed!
Open late to
help prevent your
mead morning!!
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Unclassifieds
Contest Results
Estrogen and Axes competition hosted by Æthelmearc held Tuesday was won by
Alexandra Sabine of Montengarde Kingdom of An Tir. The awarded handmade gift
was donated by Lady Hieonyma Holvdet van Dadizelle www.crownrosegems.com
A special thank you to the ladies who participated.
Events Open to All
Christian prayer group non-demimational . All are welcome 8PM Battlefield. Look
for the Banner.
Reform Jewish services behind Silver Dragon Co. 11 Bow St 7PM Friday
The War Horn is on display in the merchant area, Market Street behind the barn,
Mon-Fri, 1pm-5pm weather permitting. Guarded by House Darkyard. Come take
a look at SCA History!
For Sale
14 ft. Yurt for sale. Set up $500 or Best Offer Moritu Camp as is.
2-Story Pavillion - Frame-and-Canvas portable structure, excellent condition, flat
packs on a trailer for easy transport and storage. Fully functional 2nd story. Available
end of Pennsic. Come to Mystic Mail, Booth #188 for full details.
8x9 Wedge Tent and 9x15 fly poles - stakes - ropes - door like new - only used
twice stored in dry New Mexico see Crafty Celts Booth Space 90 or call Airenn
Cell #304-657-0148 -- $650
A-Frame Tent - Ten masters 10x8 with poles and stakes. $300 firm. See Brendan
in Pentwyvern E16
Agate Burnishers - bone ivory & horn handles - hand carved - also dog tooth and
carnelian. Guild of Limners #24.
Alotta Drums wow $20 #190 under the only 2 trees!
ANALOG / IF / GALAXY MAGS 1996-2005 mostly complete $250/best offer. See
Master John at The Stavechurch
Arastorm’s excellent booklets- cookies, magick and more than you ever needed to
know about Anglo-Saxons. #19 Bow St.
ATTENTION WOAD WARRIORS! Feeling a little blue? I have the real thing!
Genuine woad imported from Scotland. $4 Limited supply, buy early. Guild of
Limners #24.
Bad Garb Old Maid card game- Yes we have ‘em!- from Claus the Toymaker (Who
else?)
Beaded shoes & headdresses #190
Bellydancer’s veils genuine silk 81/2 ftx31/2 ft $50 colorful! 19 Bow St.
Benefit the Chirurgeons-- buy an original Pennsic XXXVII T-shirt. $10. Available
from Claus of Burzee, #24 Merchants Row.
Cat got better, vet bills didn’t. Car died Monday so...big sale at Fabric Dragon at
space #106!
Civil War Tent 10x12 $200 Blood Moon Clan corner lot near Solar Showers ask for
Hillary in Camp w/onion dome.
Pine Box Traders
Classes Daily Space #126
Inkle, Card Weaving, Pocket Looms,
Sprang Frames, Lucets, Stick Weaving
200 Incense & Fragrance Oils,
Resins, Essential Oils, Sage
Gemstones, Crystals, Bags, Bells
CLARIFICATION! DRAGONS MAGIC #25 is the brown Slavic house by the store
and bath house. We are purveyors of fine fabrics and notions. Fabric Dragon #106
is the tent by Currie Rd and sells threads & beads.
Coin tops & scarves harem pants $20 each, 2 for $35 #190
Coming Thursday! Lightweight 100% wool gabardine twill- Æthelmearc red and
off-white! Also 100% woolen twill forest green and white linen/cotton! I called my
jobber and he’s shipping them right out! (I love my jobber) Dragons Magic #25 Did
you get gifts for the folks back home yet? We’ve got great stuff- mugs & mead
kits. AND we accept credit cards! So consider your cash & make the home folks
happy- maybe not happy enough to do your laundry, but we’re not miracle workers
here! DANCING PIG POTTERY & MORE #18 Bow Street.
Evil Abra has budget amber! Amber rings from $9.95, amber bracelets from $9.95,
amber necklaces from $14.95, amber pendants from $9.95, amber earrings from
$7.00! Check out our 1/2 price amber boards! Buy $100 worth & get an extra 10%
off if you mention this ad! Visit the Gypsy Caravan, #107 Street of Gold, open ‘til
11:00 pm nightly!
BAD GARB I and BAD GARB II - Now AVAILABLE From Claus the Toymaker- How
do you know you are not in them unless you read them?
Fine linen Norse Aprons, Viking tunics, and embroidered coats at The Hooded
Hare. Hop over to our new space: #164, Fleet Street
For Sale - Glass muller & burnishers from England, also Mitchell nibs, vellum,
parchment, and hand bound leather books- The Guild of Limners, #24
For Sale - Gypsy Wagon $2500 OBO We lost the ride home for it! Booth 119 Yurts
of America.
For Sale Ink-Oakgall, walnut hull, also gallo-tannic ink, absolutely perfectly opaque.
$4 per bottle Guild of Limners #24.
For sale: rapier longsword and wagon 45” Darkwood blade with 9” handle $250
wagon is green garden cart $40 OBO contact Aelfwine Se Pyttel at camp “The
Cove” on block N03
For Sale SCA Road Signs- “Fighter Practice Area”, “Danger Viking Territory” and
many others, some new and very silly. Claus the Toymaker, #24
For Sale Vellum - - opaline vellum (sheepskin) direct from England. Finest Quality
sale price $25 per sheet. Lovely Dutch sheepskin parchment whole skins $125 can
be cut smaller. The Guild of Limners #24, across from the barn.
Geeks take note! Kingdom dice and playing cards are available at Calontir Trim.
Mention this ad.
Going home sale. See what new and used pavillions we have left. Pack your gear in
a sturdy but beautiful trunk. Think about renting a period pavillion for next Pennsic.
12ft yurt Singing Horse design $900, 18x20 Panther new $1300 site #3
GOING OUT 4 BUSINESS SALE. Did you see my ad in the Pennsic Handbook?
Camp furniture, iron work, horse tails, beautiful speckled cow hides. 18x20 Panther
new $1300 14ft yurt singing horse design complete with Floor $1400 OBO. Come
browse and BS (Be Satisfied). The Crossing #3
Evil Abra says, “You can do research at home - read something fun at Pennsic!” See
our vast selection of novels, magickal books & fun subjects. All the books are buy
2 get 1 free all war! Most are 1/2 off cover price as well! visit the Gypsy Caravan,
#107 Street of Gold, open ‘til 11:00 pm nightly.
Handspun yarn from a 12th c-type flock. Also fiber dyed & undyed. Ongoing spining
demo, MTFC Space 26
Harps & Musica instruments all on sale. Harps 20% off. Silvershell Music 43
Broadway.
Is this YOU? Free pics from past wars. Space 26
Period and Modern Henna Arts and Supplies
Available for parties,
Weddings, Etc.
Pregnant Bellies Hennaed Free
Auntie Arwen’s Spices
This is the last full day that Auntie
Arwen’s Spices will be open.
Tomorrow, we officially close at
3pm sharp. Don’t wait until we’re
packing and ask for an ounce of ground
marjoram; please stop by for it today! We
stock many items that you simply cannot
find in your local grocery store, or even in a
gourmet or herb & spice shop.
Merchant space #185
At Pennsic at Space #135, Plunder Lane
Look for the tall Pirate & Lion flags
MC, Visa & Discover www.auntiearwenspices.com
or (860)345-4671 (24/7; speak slowly&clearly)
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Unclassifieds (cont.)
Kingdom Cards for sale at Calontir Trim, AEthelmearc East Kingdom and Midrealm
as well as Pennsic XXVII souvenir cards available.
Lots and lots pirate boot Good Booty! #190
Mischief, murder & mayhem- is your kingdom involved? See the on-going saga in
the diorama. Space 26.
New heads! Heads tightened! richspiritdrums.com
NOT for spinners only- “Spinster’s Rules!” Visit Misty Tower, Space 26 to read the
list and order a T!
Evil Abra says, “Check your silver prices!” We bought last year when silver was $7
an ounce, folk who restocked before Penssic paid much more- guess whose prices
are going to rock!!! Mention this ad for an extra 10% off any purchase of $100 or
more! (Bring friends & shop together for the discount!) Visit The Gypsy Caravan,
#107 Street of Gold, open ‘til 11:00 pm nightly.
Panther Pavillion 16 x 16 Regent with green dags. Will need to be rewaterproofed.
Available Sat 9 August @ 11am. $1200 OBO N17 Zeebera
Pavilion 4 sale 18X18 6Ft. walls 2 Yrs old Paid 2400 asking 1800 natural* extra
ropes ask at Tgertoggs#32 Street of Dreams behind the barn *(color)
Pavilion for sale: 20x15 green & gold. $1200 Sleepy Unicorn, Street of Gold.
Containers included
“Pennsic for Dummies” by Claus the Toymaker - scurrilous, toungue-in-cheek fun,
everythingyou need to know to complete your Pennsic experience.
Period Pavilions™ available on site for rent/sale. Rent rebates toward later purchase. Space 26.
SHOWER FOR SALE!! 40 gallon water tank, propane heated (tank included) utility sink, and all fittings. Walls collapse for easy storage. N10 corner of Brewer &
Fletcher. $450 or best offer!!!
Made in Æthelmearc
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Illuminator’s Needs • Soft Bound Blank Book
Pottery • Woodcuts • Original Illuminations
Hard Bound Blank Books • Woodcut Vigil Books
Hand bound Poetry Books • Wax Tablets
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Silk parasols $5 Wood Fans $1 Snoods 2 for $5 #190
Steel boned corsets 99 to 250 bonded fabric WOW #190
Evil Abra has a new garb annex! Do you like flax, winter sun and cut loose? Check
out our back room garb. Someone has to dress the peasants! Garb, pants, skirts,
dresses & shirts in silk, linen and cotton. Very comfy and most is $5 to $20! Mention this ad for an extra 10% off! Visist The Gypsy Caravan, #107 Street of Gold!
Open ‘til 11:00 pm nightly!
Tall boots $85 stripy socks $5 Wool capes 20% #190
TENT FOR SALE: Officer’s Marquee by Tentsmiths. 14’ x 8’ with 5’ walls 8’ peak
3 years old. Sunforger canvas with poles ropes and the tent bags. At GRAYFOX
encampment next to DARKMOON. N18 $875 O.B.O. Cash/Paypal only
THE GUILD OF LIMNERS habitantes in platea mercatores vendunt encusto, penna,
libri, pigmenti, colorum diversi, rubia, quadone, omnimodes tinctori et instrumenta
clericis necessaria.
Twin size rope bed frame $75 See Bjorn Block W18 Lake Shore beside flushie
trailer
Uniquely You dressmaker forms- the only one that corsets properly. Available on
site space 26.
Used Yurt Top for sale. 16’ plasticized canvas. 3 years old. No leaks! Only $95 p/u
Sat. Aug. 9 Inquire Dancing Pig #18 Bow St.
We’re running out of pots so we have to hurry home & make more! to that end
DANCING PIG POTTERY will be closing at 9PM today. Then, like Brigadoon we will
be gone for another year! Come buy pots before it’s too late! #18 Bow Street
Weld, Woad, Madder, Cochineal, Brazilwood, Longwood-dyes to die for. Guild of
Limners #24.
Evil Abra’s empire has expanded! New items include sale book selection, the garb
annex & 1/2 price clearance corner! Visit the Gypsy Caravan, #107, Street of Gold.
Open ‘til 11 pm nightly!
X-chairs $175 Silvershell Music 43 Broadway.
You!Sew on our machines. We have thread. Space 26.
Yurt for sale. E01 Middle of Dragon Trace. Car died again. Ask for Pente (Wookie)
camp Infinity 8-)
1st Annual LGBT Friday
Night Mixer
At the Stave Church
Meet & Greet located at N18
Sponsored by House Serpentius &
Dandy Duke Darius
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Time Traveling
Traders
Finest Amber in the
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ENGRAVED AMBER AWARDS
Custom Work Done on Site
Never lose that garb again! Come
and have your garb personalized
with your arms, your badge, or
your name, sewn while you wait.
Merchants since Pennsic XII
Museum Quality Amber
Fossils
Gemstone Jewelry
See our large inventory of Pennsic
Memorabilia. Featuring the
Pennsic Shower robe, and Pennsic
University sweaters. Browse our
cloaks and period garmets. Favors
made on the spot.
Market Street #77
Around the Corner from
Coopers’ Store Hang a Left
at the Propane
August 8, A.S. XLIII (2008 CE)
Proprieter:
Duquesa Isabella of York
(Tonessa West Crowe)
Booth #93
Tapestries reasonably priced.
Pennsic Grab Bag Special - $35
Including Lg. Totebags, t-shirts &
mousepads
We have only the best in
sportswear to display your
colors in high style
On the Street of Gold at the end
near bazaar #1 (West Gate)
www.worldofisabella.com
Open 10am - 6pm
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Unclassifieds (cont.)
General
didn’t get to come along this year. EVISCERATE!!!
Lady Veronica Rosso misses all her friends. Wish I was there!
SAILMAKERS NEEDLES. 2”, 3 1/2”, 4 1/2”! Dragon’s Magic #25
Silk veiling 3.5mm, 5mm silk/cotton DRAGON’S MAGIC #25
STEEL HOOP BONING - 1/2” x 12y $13.95 Dragon’s Magic #25
Storytelling by Gabrielle d’Auvergne Family friendly 7-9PM Minerva’s Spindle space
158 Friday August 8
The Falcons Mew would like to thank the gentles of Pennsic for all their kind patronage over these last 15 years. This is our last merchanting year. We will continue
to sell locally (Wisconsin) as well as online (falconsmew.com) and our catnip toys
will be carried by Terra Incognita so you can still get your kitty bribes! Thanks for
all the fun, it’s been great! - Elaine and Steve of Falcons Mew
THREAD COUNTERS, 8x-10x metal & glass booth #25
TO THE 2 WOMEN who came to my shop on Thursday and bought 12 yds of
purple silk - I found the tag. Please come back for the money I owe you! Dragon’s
Magic
To the person who photographed a female campmate in the shower, House 3 Skulls
hopes public safety finds you first.
To the woman (Natalie’s camp auntie) who bought butterflies at The Bead Lady
#146 Battle Rd. on Sun, Aug 3rd between 1 and 2pm. Please return so I may correct a credit card error.
Who do Kings answer to? Their Queens!
Wurm- packing up camp is ok cuz i’m going home w u
Yes, I’m Still Here! And my brick-and-mortar fabric store is still in Tunkhannock,
PA. The housing market decided to get weird right after War last year so I couldn’t
make the move I wanted to make. I’ve consoled myself by buying more luscious
wool, linen, and silk...which, of course, I brought for your shopping pleasure, along
with corset stays, needles, pins, cheese cloth, etc. (Space 25)
RichspiritDrums.com
East Kingdom
War Collegium
All our friends at War: Hope you’ve had a wonderful time. All well at home. Can’t
wait to hear all about it. Once again we say Barony of Carillion Court Friday at
8pm. Baroness Mary The Hun will hold Baronial Court. All are welcome to attend.
N10 corner of Brewer and Fletcher.
Beads, bead looms, trims and linen fabrics Silverdragon Company Bow Street
Space #11
CLEAN, DRY, cardboard paper boxes. Pick up at the Pennsic Independent on
Friday or Saturday. FREE!!!
Costumes by Loren has comfortable cool cotton! Tunics, kaftans and cloaks in celtic
knotwork designs. Different sales every day! 166 Fleet Street
DRAGON BROCADES, 20% off at Dragon’s Magic #25
Drumsmith Richard Barony of Fenix 541-778-2540
Erlandr Skald Di Norlandi thanks all the singers and helpers - the movers and
schlepers and those who have supported the known world choir for 20 years!!
EXCELLENT QUALITY 100% wools & wool coating at Dragon’s Magic #25
FINE ENGLISH NEEDLES, Sold singly. Dragon’s Magic #25
For Sale Good Gentles......How much have you spent on your armor? How much
have you spent on your garb? How much have you spent on your children? This
has been a public service announcemnt from Claus of Burzee Toymaker.
Go see Auntie Arwen at #185 and ask if she is drinking WATER. From Kirsten at
Fabric Dragon in #106.
GOT LUMBER? Don’t throw it in the dumpster, donate it! I’m building my kids a
treehouse. Please call 814-720-9018 for pickup. Thanks -Thyri
Handkerchief linen! Silk, patterns, pewter badges and more! Silverdragon Company
Space #11 Bow Street
Hoobah FOSCADH for FIGHTING in ALL 37 PENNSIC WARS
House Fallenstar (N12) Nothing more witty to say. Just a hello from all those who
Drumsmith Richard Borthwick: 888-622-3786
Drums! Drums! Drums!
Sept 12-13-14 - New Jersey
For more info: www.eastkingdom.org
new, repairs, tuning, workshops and instrument trading
Historical Combat-RapierHeavy-Archery-WAR!
Pure Scottish
WOAD
The Real Thing $4
Available from the Guild of Limners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Space 24
Sandbox Warriors:
COCK & BULL
Last Pennsic a lord from Ohio (military chaplain
now serving in Afghanistan) was promised a
care package from Auntie Arwen’s Spices. I don’t
have his address or email. Anyone who has this
info, and other sandbox warriors who want spicy
care packages, please contact Arwen (Merchant
Space 185).
Pastries
Pizza whole or by the slice
Strombolis • Hoagies
Pennsic Chocolate Milk Bread Pudding
baked fresh daily on premises
Pies to Order
7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
New Specials Daily!!!
Open
7 am Daily
—10
pm
Now accepting
credit cards
All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet
Every Sunday from 8:00 am until Noon!
$2.49 Breakfast Special Every Day!!!
FREE small pizza w/ purchase of
large, one-topping pizza
We, Your SCA Friends,
Welcome You Back to Pennsic XXXVII
from
DeRose`s Bread Boule
354 S. Main Street, Slippery Rock, PA
University Laundry Mat in rear. Eat while you wash!
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Unclassifieds (cont.)
NEW VIKING HOME COMPANION CD IS NOW AVAILABLE AT THE PILLAGED
VILLAGE Midgard Mayhem by TorvaldrTorgarson Live perfomances will be at 7PM
on Sunday Wednesday and Friday in front of the village.
Ymabiko-za Comic Theatre appearing at the Known World Improv Festival 4:30
Friday at the Performing Arts Pavilion presents two short plays: Kubihiki - Tug of
War and Kintouzaemon - Mountain Bandits, the players: Jess Rudolph as the oni
king and a bandit Pattrick as Shimizu Yatarou Tametomo and a bandit.
Lost & Found
Elmont come home!! If you have accidentally acquired a six foot tall pinkish-grey fop
rabbit please bring him to the Pink Fuzzy Bunny Camp in W05. A reward/ransom
will be happily provided.
Lost 2 rings in woman’s shower near Cooper Store on Sat AM . Huge sentimental
value-Eye ring is a good luck charm and may bring bad luck to finder. Please call cell
585-507-3938 to claim reward and return rings. I’m camped in disability camping,
big white wall tent near orange fence on right side, ask for Sue
Lost: A&S project. Handwoven linen napkin lost Tuesday between E-01 and Your
Inner Vagabond. Please return to Camp Budgardr in W-09. Reward.
Lost cell phone Palm One, large keyboard silver grey, large screen it is needed for
business geneous reward will be given when found. Please contact The Pennsic
Independent office.
Lost greatsword- woods battle- silver/red tape metal ball-ended quillons, never used.
Return to Silver Horde at end of Dragon Trace- no questions asked
Lost Personal collection of silver Pennsic Bardicci coins. 12 10 20 coins possibly
lost on Roman Rd. Please return to Joe at Casa Bardicci or lost & found. Reward
for bulk of collection.
Lost red cell phone bring to lost & found pls
Theo! Missed you after the battle Mon. Find me at W03- Outlands really would
like to see you again!!
Wanted Park-o-meter lost last year walked away from r/s reward talk to Og.
Parties
Baron Gugliemo Bardicci extends his artsan Jubal to provide his beautious WOAD
bodyart to Pennsic, located at the Guild of Limners (booth 24).
Personals
“Aguamanibulence” Probable pronunciation “ah-kwa-man-ih-bew-lehce.” It means
“careful attention to hand washing and drying.…” Very important at Pennsic,
especially before meals and after exiting porta-castles. Even more so if you are
digitescant!
A definite sign of the apocalypse-Kibitz has vanished! Griz is trying his best but is
just not as follicly endowed and won’t wear those goofy pants. We miss you and
hope all goes better. The PI Staff.
Adrielle! Get control of your apprentices. Now all mine are going ferral too! - Aelfwyn
ATTN SAMANTHA BURGOS please come to the herb shop in the bizzare tent,
concerning your purchase the other day.
Champion rescues tiger...Tiger now on lakeside vacation
Congratulations Master Lawrence Thornguard, Baron of Iron Bog, Winner of the
Clout Shoot Iron Ring Belt! Your Barony is so proud of you! Vivats!
Congratulations to the House Silverthron fighters Lord Gregory, Lord Valdrikr,
Lord Brand, Lord Yukio, Lord Williams, Magnus, Titus, Phil & Page Artur. Thank
you for your bravery on the field and your humor off the field. All our love The
Ninja Ladies
Fernando: Instigate. It’s what you were born to do. L.
Laurie Ann Renner from Sin Pit Urgent need to talk to Tinker @ A Tinker 197
Plunder La re purchase
Let all know that the kindest, most thoughtful people are Scadians. Grateful thanks
to whoever turned my wallet into lost and found. Lady Svea the Shortsighted.
Midrealm chroniclers! Ice cream social @7PM Friday, food court ice cream tent.
Meet the new MK chron. First scoop my treat! See you there! Kat Peregrine, MK
Chronicler.
GENUINE PARCHMENT!
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White Wolf and the Phoenix
Woven belt favors for most kingdoms
and offices; some awards and baronies
Handwoven trim
Handwoven baldrics and belts
Broadcloth yardage
Coupon Code “Pennsic” through Sept. 30
STAINLESS
Mitten
Gauntlets
Only $275/pair!
Single-Piece
Sword Hilts –
Many Styles!
Nancy Spies newest book:
Here be Drolleries.
Hundreds more charted patterns.
SHOP BEFORE HEADING HOME – Still Good Selection!
Linen, cotton, wool, silk thread
Hand dyed silk thread
Card and inkle looms
Weaving tablets, shuttles
Books on fiber arts and cooking.
PEWTER CASTING SUPPLIES – Soapstone, Ingot, Tools
CIRCLETS and Hemmed VEILS – Buy both, get $1 off each
PERIOD PROFILES Foam Polearm Heads – Over 15 Styles
Fiberglass Spear Shafts and Tips – Splices Available
Buckled BELTS and GARTERS – Some Over 8 Feet Long!
Polished SHUTTLES and LUCETS – 16 Different Woods
Reversible Cloth HAVERSACKS – Solid Color and BROCADE
TALHOFFER, SILVER, RINGECK Fighting Books –
also OSPREY
133 Plunder Lane; Visa, MasterCard, AmEx
On Battle Road - Booth 144
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A&S changes
Opinion Poll of
Thursday, August 7
Additions
East Kingdom Exchequer Training, 9AM, AS 2
Congratulations! You’re the New Pursuivant. Now What?, 10AM, AS 3
What Your Persona Would Know About Islam, 10AM, AS 9
Overview of German Cooking Manuscripts, 10AM, AS 12
Ukrainian Dance, 10AM, AS 14
Assalamu Aliekum!, 11AM, AS 9
Underwear III: Chosen Hosen, 12PM, AS 7
Dressing the Brueghel Flemish Peasant Male From the Skin Out, 12PM, AS 8
Common Food for Common Folk, 1PM, AS 5
Medieval Islamic Garb Complete From Head to Toe (4 hrs. in 1-hr. segments),
1PM, AS 9
Poisoned Gloves & Pomanders, 2PM, AS 8
Pottery Kiln Firing, 3PM, on Long Way between the North Gate & Shadowclans
Jugglers Revel, 4PM daily, House Gawain
Time/Location Moves
Story-Telling Academy Student Performance, 9AM, FROM Touch the Earth/
Minerva’s Spindle TO AS 6
Cancellations
Fine Art of Citation, 12PM, AS 4
By Tat’iana Kianova
For the Pennsic Independent
The question: What do you think is the meaning of the
great golden arches on the southwest horizon? Are they are
a sign of something?
Zachary Wolfhunter (House of de Londres, East): Oh yes,
the golden arches! They mean, “Mead here!”
Patrick McSmee (Port Tortuga, Atlantia): This is the nighttime Trimarian marker of the end of the rainbow where the
pot of gold is jealously guarded by the leprechaun of Erie.
Master Baron Gwilym (Gryphon’s Keep, Æthelmearc):
Throughout history, there have always been signs in the sky
that portend change. Perhaps this is one for us. It doesn’t seem
to be going away. Not yet anyway.
CuChonnacht O’Tighearnin (Shire of Stonecraft, Middle):
I’m not sure what to make of it. I thought I’d wait a while to
make sure it’s real!
Ellen Hughes (Incipient Shire of de Bermudes, East): I
thought they might be a sign of a visiting dignitary or perhaps
a new thrown weapons target.
Unclassifieds (cont.)
On Tuesday night the forthright manly man of Pink Fuzzy Bunny and his beautiful,
bosomy bevy of brilliant bunny babes attended the Blue Feather ball with their
signiture style and elan. However, the cowardly, sniveling, base and degenerate
oath-breaking bunny-nappers did not appear. Good gentles, we anxiously await
your next communication so that we may again happily pursue a course of mutual
advantage in this matter. Your humble & etc Servants (till we duct tape you to a
chair) Pink Fuzzy Bunny Camp W05
Or is that “Wolf the cowboy wannabe”? Love Anya
Runa, seeing your stormy blue eyes again brightened up my Pennsic. Don’t be a
stranger. Love ya, Dylyn
Tir Thalor! - Has it rained yet? How did the woods battle go? Was Open Camp a
success? (OF COURSE!!) Did anyone catch a ballista bolt yet? When are you guys
going to get a picture published!?!?!
Tir Thalor! Huzzah to Alaric, and congratulations on the outstanding battle! At last,
Tir Thalor in print! Bye Loq and Sabine... we miss you...! Stay dry everyone! - A,
G, & tK
To the beautiful red headed lady I saw on the battlefield. Would like to get to know
you. Come to Silverhorde camp E01 ask for Wolfy.
Victor (Cowboy) regrets leaving Pennsic early. Come to Wulfden to say goodbye.
When we say Marco, you say Polo. House Silverthorn N21
Sunbaked Studio, still located at Space
#66, welcomes Maggie Potter this year,
offering 5-11th century primitive wares.
Nonna still offers her English forms.
We send our sympathies to Mistress
Matilda whose father recently passed.
Sunbaked Studio is also accepting
donations for Habitat for Humanity, to
Honor Master Osric, OL, who passed
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