Seneschal Letter July 2020

Greetings all.

I have a few things for you today. First off, I hope everyone is well and surviving these trying times. Remember we are all family and if you need help, let us know. We have been discussing events at the last two Financial Committee meetings and would like your input. We would like to know how comfortable you all feel with the idea of having day trip events in the future. We are looking at planning Village Fair and how to do it safely and successfully. The officers have decided to make it a day trip event. The question becomes what kind of day trip event we want to have. Do we want to meet at a park with a byo food and beverages along with social distancing measures? Maybe having wrist bands that help us identify how close we are comfortable with friends getting? Do we want to have an online class day like TRU? Do we want to have a hybrid between the two where the fighters can get together in small groups on one day and the classes can be held online the other day? Any other ideas? Our first priority is the health and wellbeing of our populace and that will be the main determining factor in whatever decisions we make. We will follow all state and county guidelines for gatherings. That being said, we would like your input on how to move forward and if we are even ready to think about moving forward.

Also, it has come to the time in my term to start looking for a successor deputy for the office of the Seneschal. If you have any interest in becoming the next Seneschal or would like to become a deputy please send me an email at seneschal@baronyofdarkwater.org.

I look forward to seeing everyone at the populace meeting this Thursday.

Hextilda Marshall

Aka

Kimberly Calvin

Help Wanted - March 2020

Following are open positions within the Barony, as of March 2020.



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Event Position: Reservations Steward 

We are seeking someone to help with Reservations for an event bid for Village Faire happening this fall (2020). The theme will be "The Faire at Shakespeare's Hamlet"
Contact: HL Hywel ap Wyn - hobbsiann@gmail.com

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Officer Position: Deputy Marshal
We are looking for a Deputy Marshal for the barony.
Term: 2 years

Requirements:

• Heavy weapons marshal authorized, ACM in the Marshal Authorizations section.
• Your authorization card is current.
• Are a paid member of the SCA.

Responsibilities:

• Attending the Darkwater fighter practices Wednesday and Sunday
• Ensuring the safety of all participating at practice
• Ensuring necessary paperwork is filled out for all participants
• Reporting quarterly updates to the Barony Marshal

Contact: HL Hywel ap Wyn - Baronial Marshal - marshal@baronyofdarkwater.org

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Officer Position: High Table Set Up Steward
The posting is open immediately.
Term: 2 years

Requirements:

• Interest in the pomp and decorations for High Table at Feasts.
• (SCA membership advisable but not required.)

Responsibilities:

• Maintain an inventory of items used for setting the High Table at events, to be reported to the Exchequer on a yearly basis.
• Maintain the items, including but not limited to dishes, tablecloths and decorations, if any, in good condition, including arranging for cleaning, repairs and replacements.
• Work with the Quartermaster to monitor that items are stored properly.
• Work with the Quartermaster to make items as accessible as possible to the Baron, Baroness, Event Stewards, & Hall Stewards, for events, as requested
• On the Day of the Event, work with the Hall Steward:
• Before the Feast, set up the High Table.
• After the Feast, remove, clean and maintain all the items.

Contact: Gravin Eva van Oudeachterkol - Exchequer - exchequer@baronyofdarkwater.org

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Officer Position: Darkwater Ranger
We are looking for a Deputy Ranger for the Barony.
Term: 2 years

Requirements:

• Must be an authorized archery marshal.
• Must be a current member in good standing.

Responsibilities:

• Tracking and maintaining all Baronial archery equipment including bows / arrows, target stands and butts.
• Making sure equipment is present and available at both practices and events.
• Run or co-ordinate the running of the range at all three Baronial events. (Trident Tourney, Clans, Village Faire)

Contact: HL Toki inn eldri bassi - Baronial Ranger - yenndimak@gmail.com

Herald Letter - February 2020

Greetings unto the Populace of the Barony,

As I assume the role of Baronial Herald, I would like to strive to keep our populace informed of Accolades, Words of Acclaim, and the status of our members Armorial and Name submissions, as well as offer some information about heraldry.

Darkwater has 5 awards that may be given by the Baron and Baroness. Below is a brief description of those awards:

• Order of the League of the Hidden Treasure (OLHT) - This is the non-armigerous award for service to the barony.
• Order of the Acorn's Glade (OAG) - This is the non-armigerous award for arts & sciences within the barony.
• Order of the Darkwater Defender (ODD) - This is the non-armigerous award for excellence in the martial arts within the barony.
• Order of the Trident's Keype (OTK) - This is the armigerous award for service to the barony, and may also bestow an award of arms.
• Order of the Starfish (OOTS) - This honorific is for service in any field of endeavor by a youth.

During the event of Darkwater's Trident Tournament, the following awards were given:

• Lord Conal Dreki - ODD
• Baron Bil Gisayar - OTK
• HL Adelina de Bretigny - OLHT
• Christian of Darkwater - OLHT
• Cole of Darkwater - OLHT
• HL Hadassah bat Josef - OTK
• Mistress Christine Chabrier - OLHT
• Giovanni di Castellamare - OTK, AOA

• HL Michael de Lace was named as the Baroness' Blade Baronial Champion
• Lord Lonan Mor was named as the Bard of Darkwater Baronial Champion

In Service,

Baron Gavine Armestrang

Trident Keype Pursuivant

Seneschal Letter - November 2019

A couple brief notes:

The contracts have been confirmed by the Kiwanis club for our events next year:

• Trident Tourney Jan 24th -26th 
• Clans May 8th-10th
• Village Fair on Sept 25th-27th 

We are looking for bids for Village Fair of next year (2020). 

HL Hextilda Marshall

Seneschal

From the Hospitaller Office

In October the Baronial Hospitaller office turns its focus to our biggest demo of the year, Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire. Here is what you need to know!


Greetings,

October is here and we are gearing up for our largest demo of the year, Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Fair ! Nov 2,3,4,10,11th

This is an annual fair supported by Lake county schools. The Barony of Darkwater takes part every year by recreating a period village to offer educational fun to everyone. It’s also a great way to introduce a lot of people to the SCA and what we do. Last year we had over 250 people sign up for more information on what we do and how to get involved throughout the Central Florida area.

The demo consists of a working kitchen, a forge, casting, lampworking, dying, games, fiber arts, home skills, show making and so much more. It’s a great event for people to come out and have fun with friends as well as new people to try so many things! By volunteering and signing up to be a part of the village, you gain entrance into the fair for free.

The Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/groups/2142510999355874/

There you will find the signup sheet so that you may sign up for the days you like and the areas that most interest you.

New to the SCA? This is the perfect event for you. Come on out and try new crafts, enjoy the day with new friends. Gold key can be made available to you so that you can participate.


Lady Thyri Bersi
Darkwater Hospitaller

Village Matsuri Baronial Court Report

Following is the court report from Village Matsuri as posted by the Baronial Herald.

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Oyez! Oyez! Greetings from the Trident Keype Pursuivant!  Unto our populace I proclaim; the recipients of the Coronet's acclaim!

Asa Dragomir has been named to the Order of the Acorn's Glade!

Christian De Launey has been named to the Order of the Darkwater Defender!

Tetradia De Lace has been named to the Order of the Acorn's Glade!

Inukami Ieyasu has been named to the Order of the Acorn's Glade!

Ilona of Darkwater has been named to the Order of the League of the Hidden Treasure!

Richard Le Wulf has been named to the Order of the Acorn's Glade!

Freyja the Falconer has been named to the Order of the Trident's Keype!

These additional accolades were also bestowed upon well-deserving members of our barony!

Regional Art Sci Winners:
Populace Acclaim - Odette Raine
Coronet's Acclaim - Thyri Bersi (Baronial Champion)
Youth Acclaim - Cole of Darkwater
Crown's Acclaim - Safiya Bint Soleiman

Kindness Awards:
Calpurnia Fortunata
Freyja the Falconer

Ring of Chivalry:
Hywel ap Wyn
Hextilda Marshall

Village Matsuri Flyer - Autumn 2018

Darkwater Calendar

Trimaris Memorial Tournament 2018 - Awards

Kingdom Court of Their Majesties, Baldar and Brithwyn

Duchess Zephyrine de la Maige

Order of the Argent Sword

Count Joshua du Charmont

Elevated to the Order of Chivalry

Mistress Milesenda de Bourges

Elevated to the Order of the Pelican

Congratulations to all those honored during the event!

Gathering of the Clans 2018 - Awards

Baronial Court of Their Excellencies, James and Milesenda

Lady Adelina de Bretigny

Order of the Acorn's Glade

Lady Christine Chabrier

Order of the Acorn's Glade

Asa Dragomir

Order of the League of the Hidden Treasure

James Thomas

Order of the Darkwater Defender

Orlaith of Loch Gryffyn

Order of the Trident's Keype

Award of Arms

Razu

Order of the League of the Hidden Treasure

Rebekah of the Rising Sun

Order of the Trident's Keype

Award of Arms

Kingdom Court of Their Majesties, Baldar and Brithwyn

Sir Jebe Keriat

Flower of Chivalry

Lord Nickel Hartman

Order of the Argent Palm

Eoghan Murray

Award of Arms

Champions

Baronial Huntsman

Honorable Lord Landon Lovell

Gaming Tavern Rapier Tournament

Don Zhao Fong

Highland Weapons Dice Tournament

Duke Gunnar Oxnamegin

Officer Changes

Baronial Archery Ranger

Syr Eldon Ungol

to

Honorable Lord Toki inn Eldri Bassi

Congratulations to all those honored during the event!

St. George's Faire 2018 - Awards

Kingdom Court of Their Majesties, Baldar and Brithwyn

Baroness Jehannette de Lille

Elevated to Order of the Pelican

Lord Daniel of Darkwater

Order of the Silver Shield

Lord Toki inn Eldri Bassi

Order of the Arc d'Or

Grant of Arms

Congratulations to all those honored during the event!

Spring Coronation 2018-- Awards

Kingdom Court of Their Majesties, Baldar and Brithwyn

Count Joshua du Charmont

à Champion of Trimaris

à Announced to Order of Chivalry

Honorable Lord Hjorygg Hakonarson

à Order of the Guard

Lord David Archer

à Grant of Arms

Alexa of Loch Gryffyn

à Award of Arms

Congratulations to all those honored during the event!