June 2016**Banner War Edition!

The Blade
Artist Unknown
May 2016
Missive from the Crown
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reetings unto Galandor!
We have returned from the northern reaches of Our territory having spent a
pleasant few days in the colder climes of the mountains and forests. Banner War
was a rousing success due to the tremendous efforts of Squire Torrent Stormwind
and Shandalar. As a sign of our gratitude for their hard work, both were inducted
into the Order of the Sovereign’s Gratitude. While many other things of note took
place we would like to extend Our special congratulations to the newest member of
the Order of the Knights Combatant, Lord Sir Antinious Darkfyre. We know that
he will serve the Kingdom with honour and chivalry. We were also honored to
have Duke Sir Lassidor from the Duchy of Cithera and two noble squires from
Puerto San Vladimir.
As summer approaches and the temperatures rise it is the perfect time to turn to
Our more indoor based pursuits. Arts is a vital aspect of Our existence and We
have seen a decline in its importance in some areas of the Kingdom. We challenge
everyone to expand their knowledge in whatever artistic endeavor they choose. As
an added incentive for your efforts We will be holding a special Arts competition in
September. All the artisans of the Kingdom who wish to participate will compete
for the accolade, Kingdom Arts Champion. Please note, Her Majesty Anne will be
entering as well and it has been quite a while since anyone has beaten Her in an
arts competition.
Yours in Humble Service,
King Gaelen and Queen Anne.
The Edge of Altiora
Altiora Tournament / Event Recap
Please look for future messages and updates from the
Territory of Altoria in upcoming Blades.
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The Edge of Solaris
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reetings Lords and Ladies of Solaris!
Wow, what an amazing month May was! We all had such a wonderful time this
year at Banner War and I wanted to send out another heartfelt thank you to
everyone who was able to join us. Thanks to the extreme heat that our summer is
bringing, we are going to move our evening fighter practice to 7PM and for our
Archery practices, our Archery Marshall is going to try and find an indoor range.
We will communicate this to everyone as soon as we have a plan.
In Loyal Service,
Astrid O’Ciarain
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Solaris Tournament / Event Recap
BANNER WAR!
Greetings lords and ladies of the empire!
First I would like to thank everyone who attended banner war and made it a success! We
conquered all obstacles in our way. First we saddled up our steeds and over loaded them with the
gear of war. We journeyed to the faraway lands of Willard Springs. Our steeds may have had
trouble with the mountains but at long last we made it!
Once we were there set up was swift, there was no time to delay, the enemy was coming!
Friday was spent in preparation
Saturday the festivities began, after opening court there was practice for our archers. Soon after
we met the enemies at the combat field in Shinai our men fought gallantly there was no
tournament in this form because the battle was so fierce. After lunch we prepared for battle in the
form of Rapier, before we could get far an announcement was made and Lord Squire Antinious
Darkfyre was called forward.
Kind words were said about the Squire. He was presented with a shovel with a blue hue to be
reminded to reflect on what his peers have to say. He was also presented with a belt of blue, and
spurs so that he may ride in the kingdom unhindered. Lord Sir Antinious Darkfire rose as a
Knight and was held by his peers as he took the last blow he will ever take unanswered. There
was much joy for the new Knight because everyone in attendance knew that he has earned this
honor.
After the combat field knighting we celebrated by competing in a double elimination tournament
Lord Sir Amadeus O'day competed and rose as the victor! After such celebration it was time to
step back into the fray of melee, after hours of battle Grand Court was held.
The proceedings of the day were announced. Our Margravine had asked and was released from
her position in Peregrine. Our current president was presented a banner by Squire Volker on
behalf of the previous president.
After court the kitchens bustled with the preparation of food. Foods from different lands made an
appearance and everyone went to bed that night with food in their bellies.
Sunday, court was called to go ever the events of the day. After court the call to arms rings yet
again. Steel would be fought. But alas! I see a Squire, and a Forsaken Wolf that are able bodied
and two suits of armor to stuff them in. All hands on deck. We will make their armor fit!
For the first time Whisper of house Forsaken and Squire Edward Jameson fought on the Steel
combat field. Their armor was not as shiny as the new knight's was, but they fought bravely. In
the end Duke Sir Lassiter prevailed in the round robin Steel tournament. The men battled hard
and the enemy was weak so it took less time to finish them off that day.
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Solaris Tournament / Event Recap
BANNER WAR!
After lunch the populous gathered at the archery range for a King Henry style tournament to fire
at the Vikings as they sailed away. Shandalar La Fluer was victorious as she fired her flaming
arrow into their sail at 40 yards.
Closing Court was held and the victors were recognized:
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Lord Sir Amadeus for Rapier
Duke Sir Lassiter for Steel
Shandalar Le Fluer for Archery
Whisper of house Forsaken for Arts
Many thanks were given to the squires Volker and Ruslan for their help even in the absence of
their knights they were always happy to help and were actively looking for work to help with.
Whisper of house Forsaken was also thanked for allowing me to use his wagon. If the wagon had
not been provided the event would not have been as successful.
Squire Torrent Stormwind and Shandalar Le Fluer were both accepted into the order of the
Sovereign's Gratitude.
Last but not least Astrid O'ciaran was accepted into the house Forsaken.
After closing Court everyone helped with tear down and we enjoyed the company of our fellow
combatants and beloved members of the empire.
In service,
Squire Torrent Stormwind
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Special Announcement
Attention Galandor!
The Kingdom of Galandor and the Territory of Solaris are proud to introduce a new knight who
has joined the ranks of honored Sirs and Dames
Let it be known to all that Lord Squire Antinious Darkfyre
Shall know be recognized as Lord Sir Antinious Darkfyre
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Longtime member of the Kingdom of Galandor
Served as Margraf of Solaris
Recipient of The Sovereigns Gratitude
Member of The Order of the Golden Feather
Member of House Forsaken
Chainmail Master of the Kingdom
Lineage:
 Sir Reinhardt von Konrad
 Sir Galen O’Flaharty
 Sir Gerrit Kendel,
 Sir Antinious Darkfyre
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Solaris BANNER WAR
A gathering of spirits
Solaris Tournament / Combat
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Solaris Tournament / Combat
Solaris / Archery
Solaris Upcoming Events for May 2016
Upcoming Events for June
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Saturday June 11th
7PM, evening fighter practice at Country Side Park.
Archery Practice TBD
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Saturday June 18th
7PM, evening fighter practice at Country Side Park.
Archery Practice TBD
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Saturday June 25th
8AM- Ridiculously Hot, Scalding Archery Tournament at Paseo Vista Recreational Park
6:30PM, Solaris Ridiculously Hot, Scalding tournament at Country Side Park.
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Sunday June 26th
Collegium hosted by House Resilient (please see their post for more details).
Solaris Ridiculously Hot, Scalding tournament
It’s no secret that the sun has been bearing down on our territory in full force. We will be starting in the
evening close to when the sun begins setting. There will be Shinai, Rapier and for the bravest of us, Steel!
There will be Arts judging as well so start working on your arts! Site fee will be 1 crown ($1).
For Archery, we are going to start early in the morning and hopefully try to beat the heat as best we can.
Site fee will be 1 crown ($1).
We look forward to seeing everyone at both tournaments!
Astrid O’Ciarain
The Crafty Fox of House Forsaken
"Greetings Galandor”
I, Squire Edward Jameson, am pleased to announce that the soon to be created House Resilient will be
hosting a Collegium. It will be held at Their Majesties' estate on June 26th and will start at 1 p.m. (please
contact me if you need directions). We have planned subjects for all three tierages and if you have a
subject you would like to present, I ask that you please contact me.I look forward to seeing you all there."
In service
Squire Edward Jameson
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The Edge of Stahldrache
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reetings unto the populace-
This May marked the 7th year since Stahldrache's first event. We greatly appreciate
all those who made it to the event and the autocrats who did a wonderful job
putting it on. As we enter the summer months of our great territory please
remember to keep up on practice announcements on Facebook and to follow the
Blade for upcoming events around the kingdom. As always if there is any question
or need in the territory please contact us. The gates are always open.
Duke and Duchess von Hesser
2016 Stahldrache Officers
Arts
Archery
Chronicler
Combat Martial
Exchequer
Herald
Hospitaler
Lists
Quartermaster
Rolls
SOA
Web Minister
Lady Mona Vickery
Lady Elysse Jagerkin
Brunhild Ebert von Bayern
Squire Lothar von Helbrungen
Duchess Dame Ana van Hesser
Friar Frances
Lady Halyna Tulloch
Amithyst Pisano
Page Baltazar Schmidt
Lady Elysse Jagerkin
Eiebhleann Vuhselin
Steward Lydas Roldan
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Stahldrache Tournament/Event Recap
B
irlth of
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tahldrache-
On Sunday, May 22nd, 2016, Stahldrache celebrated their 7th birthday with their annual "Birth
of Stahldrache" tournament hosted by Ambrosius D'rossi, and Amithyst Pisano at the Citadel.
After a grueling day of fighting, shooting and having fun there was a fresh batch of winners. In
the fight for Steel champion, Squire Lothar von Helbrungen took the prize as well as being the
most Chivalrous fighter of the day. The fighter deemed victorious of the Rapier battle was Sir
Christoph Vuhselin. His Grace Sir Adon Von Hesser proved his skills in the battle of thrown
weapons. Lord Sir Teunis Atterdag proved his deadly accuracy by taking home the prize for
Archery. And last but not least, Lady Halyna Tulloch showed her passion for the arts and
claimed the prize. All in all, Stahldrache fought well, fought hard, and is excited for the many
years to come. In the fight for Steel champion, Squire Lothar von Helbrungen took the prize as
well as being the most Chivalrous fighter of the day. The fighter deemed victorious of the
Rapier battle was Sir Christoph Vuhselin. His Grace Sir Adon Von Hesser proved his skills in
the battle of thrown weapons. Lord Sir Teunis Atterdag proved his deadly accuracy by taking
home the prize for Archery. And last but not least, Lady Halyna Tulloch showed her passion for
the arts and claimed the prize. All in all, Stahldrache fought well, fought hard, and is excited for
the many years to come.
Service with honor
Ambrosius D'Rossi & Amithyst Pisano
A special thanks to all that came out to the Kokomo First Friday Demo May 6th. IU Art Gallery
219 N Union Kokomo. Again we were able to reach more of our mainstream public and this
event in the past has proven to give us great exposure in a different setting with people visiting
from nearby cities. We were paired up with Kokomo American Tribal Belly Dancers and the
event proved to be a good match. This Demo also spotlighted the up and coming Day of Change
event for our territory in September. Future First Friday Demos will also be coupled to Kokomo
American Trial Style as it helps to fill time between fighting and talking to the public.
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Stahldrache – Combat
Birth of Stahldrache
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Stahldrache – Archery and Throwing Weapons
Birth of Stahldrache
Upcoming Events for Stahldrache June 2016
JULY 2016
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ou are invited to attend the 4th Annual Lights over Morse Lake 4th of July Festival
with us in Cicero, Indiana. This year dates are July 2nd thru the 4th. Early set up on June
30th. There will be security for us thru Monday evening. Go to
www.lightsovermorselake.com to view their schedule of events.
This is the Centennial Celebration for Indiana this year, Things will be ramped up, We
will have historic fencing demos. Hope all will embrace this group as our brothers and
possibly include them in any other skits that would come up. As always, raffle table and
Saturday evening pitch in dinner. Please no drinking when public is present. No shooting
unless in a skit, neighbors have dogs. Everyone come to enjoy and interact with the public
politely. The city does a lot for us, so let’s bring on our "A" game. Contact Shellie Riggle
765-461-3380, [email protected] to RSVP. Thanks in advance
Wood and ice are provided. We will have access to showers.
Please enjoy and entertain. Love ya all.
In Service,
Lady Mona Vickery
Upcoming Events for Stahldrache 2016
Viking Weekend Campout Tournament & Feast $20
Tourney only ($5) - Families (contact autocrat)
September
THE DAY OF C.H.A.N.G.E.
Saturday September 3rd
T
he Annual Age of Chivalry Day of Change will be held in the lands of
Stahldrache again this year in Kokomo, Indiana. Labor Day Weekend, Saturday
September 3rd. We invite our Crown and territory brothers and sisters to come and be
part of the celebration. Each year this event gets bigger and more intense. This year
we plan to have more fighting, more vendors, and much more fun. This year
Viscountess Dame Ana will be using the event as her ministry project so it promises to
be a Grand Event for our Territory and the ECS. Look to future Blades for more
detailed information to come.
If you have any questions please contact Her Grace Viscountess Dame Ana.
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Message from the Chronicler
A
s your Royal Chronicler I attempt to highlight the activities of the
kingdom and keep our news as a running part of our history, legacy,
and lineage. If you have anything of good news or articles please
forward that to me for a feature in The Blade. For event photos I comb
the social media pages and try to get the most artistic and period shots
we take as a collective kingdom. Please feel free to flood our Kingdom
and Pages with great event pics as you have been. Moving forward I
would like to highlight more items on Arts & Sciences as well as
Guilds and Collegiums as to promote and share the collective skills of
our populous. You may even find some common interests with a
member from another territory. And that can only bring us closer as
an entity.
Celebrate in our common interests and like minds
We are Galandor!
If you would like a copy of the Blade emailed to you, please send me your email
address.
If you need to get a hold of me please use any and all means necessary!
宋剑锋
Royal Chronicler and Stewart of House Stone Dragon
[email protected] 765-776-0905
Paco Solis via Facebook/Messenger
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Medieval Lore
Dandelion Mead
Spring brought the inevitable Dandelions to the grounds of the Citadel. As an experiment, My
lovely Elysse Jagerkin decided to research making Dandelion Wine, (always heard of, yet never
tried!) . The blossoms of these versatile weeds have been plucked, and are now fermenting.
We always enjoy any excuse to ferment something completely different!
When we think if dandelions and cooking we think more of the leaves as commonly used in
dandelion salads (which are indeed quite tasty) unless you harvest in close proximity to
livestock. But dandelion wines are not formed from the leaves as one would expect but from
the blossoms during or prior to pollination. Below is a recipe which I encourage all you meadsters to try.
Ingredients
1.
3 quarts dandelion blossoms
2.
1 gallon water
3.
2 oranges. with peel. preferably organic
4.
1 lemon, with peel, preferably organic
5.
3 pounds sugar
6.
1 package wine yeast
7.
1 pound raisins. preferably organic (because inorganic raisins are just difficult to find)
Instructions
1. Collect the blossoms when they are fully open on a sunny day. Remove any green parts; they will impair
fermentation.
2.
Bring the water to a boil and pour it over the flowers in a large pot. Cover and let steep for three days.
3.
Prepare the oranges and the lemon. Zest (finely grate) about half the skin off and cut the rest off in very thin
strips to minimize the amount of white pith added to the brew. (The pith will make it bitter.)
4.
Finish peeling the citrus, and slice them into thin rounds.
5.
Add the orange and lemon zest to the flower-water mixture and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, strain out
solids, then add the sugaring (or honey) until it is dissolved. Allow to cool.
6.
Add the orange and lemon slices, yeast, and raisins to the liquid. Put everything into a crock with a loose lid (so
gas can escape) to ferment. (I covered it with a clean cotton towel held down by a rubber band.)
7.
When the mixture has stopped bubbling (2 days to a week), fermentation is complete. Strain the liquid through
several layers of cheesecloth or a flour sack towel and transfer to sterilized bottles. Slip a deflated balloon over
the top of each bottle to monitor for further fermentation. When the balloon remains deflated for 24 hours,
fermentation is complete. Cork the bottles and store in a cool, dark place for at least six months before drinking
for best flavor. NOTE: Be sure not to seal these tightly before they finish fermenting, and don't put them
somewhere Warm. Otherwise, you’ll end up with exploding bottles.
Hierarchy of Galandor
Crown of Galandor- HRM Gaelen O’Flaharty & HRM Anne of Brackley
[email protected]
Province of Altiora- Viscount Sir Reinhardt von Konrad
Marquisette of Solaris- HE Markgräfin Astrid O’ Ciarain
[email protected]
Solaris House Peregrine- Isabelle-Antoinette Perendreau
Solaris House Forsaken- Lord Sir Navar Amadeus O'dea
Duchy of Stahldrache- Duke Viscount Sir Adon von Hesser & Duchess Viscountess Dame Anna von Hesser
[email protected]
Stahldrache House of the Dragon’s Blade- Lady Halyna Tulloch & Steward Lydas Roldan
Stahldrache House Stone Dragon- Lord Sir Teunis Atterdag & Steward Squire Song Jain Feng (宋剑锋)
Royal Officers of Galandor
Kingdom Herald – Sir Kheldar
[email protected]
Minister of Archery – Lord Sir Navar Amadeus O'dea
(Interim) Minister of Arts and Sciences – HRM Anne of Brackley
Minister of Combat – Lord Sir Christoph Vuhselin
Minister of Rolls – Viscount Sir Adon von Hesser
[email protected]
Sovereign of Arms – Markgräfin Astrid O’ Ciarain
Royal Chronicler –宋剑锋
[email protected] - [email protected]
Royal Exchequer – Lady of the Court Celeste il Ferro Rosa
[email protected]
Kingdom Web Minister – Lydas Roldan
[email protected]
Kingdom Secretary – Squire Edward
[email protected]
Minister of Kingdom Regalia – Lord Sir Navar Amadeus O'dea
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Knights of the Known Realm
Artisan
Combat
Ministry
KNIGHT ARTISANS:
KNIGHT CHAMPIONS:
KNIGHT CIVIL:
Ehwaz Bragisdotti
Reinhardt von Konrad
Anne of Brackley
Inara al-Zarqa'
Gaelen O'Flaharty
Adon von Hesser
Gerrit Kendel
Richard "Rabbit" Kirk
Adon von Hesser
Gerrit Kendel
KNIGHT MINISTERS:
Kheldar of Galandor
Inara al-Zarqa'
Gerrit Kendel
KNIGHT BANNERETTES:
Gaelen O'Flaharty
Adon von Hesser
Ana von Hesser
Christoph Vuhselin
William Black
Gerrit Kendel
Reinhardt von Konrad
Navar Amadeus O'dea
Ehwaz Bragisdotti
William Black
KNIGHT BACHELOR:
Kheldar of Galandor
Ulric Sturmere
William Black
Teunis Atterdag
Santo Este
Ana von Hesser
Panthernykos
Antinious Darkfyre
ECS Websites
Imperial Website - www.ecs-imperial.org
Kingdom of Galandor - www.ecs-galandor.org
Kingdom of Vega - www.ecs-vega.com
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