Being the Court Report for the Courts of Their Royal Majesties, James II and Elina II, King and Queen of AEthelmearc, held at the Thirty-first Pennsic War, being the 37th Year of the Society.

On Tuesday, August 13th, Their Majesties held Court at the Barn, and did the following business:

Duke Sir Christopher of York presented the banner of the East Kingdom, which had been found by the army of AEthelmearc during the woods battle.

Master Denys the Decadent gave gifts unto Their Majesties and Their Highnesses.

 Baron Charles O'Connor thanked THLady Juliana de Luna for her service to AEthelmearc, and bid her a fond farewell, and good luck in her journeys to the Kingdom of An Tir, where she is relocating.

Nikolai Vladislav was awarded Arms in absentia for his work with newcomers and his helpful nature.  Promissory scroll by THLady Morwenna ni Meachair and Branwyn ferch Gwythyr.

Caelin O'Ruairc was inducted into the Order of the Keystone for his service as exchequer, cook, and autocrat.  Scroll by Lady Keran Roslin and Lady Hrefna in heppna Thorgrimsdottir.

Brandubh O Donnghaile was made a Companion of the Order of the Keystone for his work as autocrat, and herald, as well as always being willing to help others.   Scroll by  S. Lovechild and Lady Hrefna in heppna Thorgrimsdottir.

Thomas Ouswood was inducted into the Order of the Keystone in absentia for his work on the staff of the Laurel Queen of Arms, as well as the College of Heralds.   Scroll by Mistress Graidhne ni Ruaidh and S. Lovechild.

Cadell Blaidd du was inducted into the Order of the Millrind and granted arms for his work as herald, dance master, web minister, and autocrat.  Scroll by Lady Alienora Russeal.

Maria Pienknopunto was made a Companion of the Order of the Fleur d'AEthelmearc and granted arms for her accomplishments in the art of costuming.  Scroll by S. Lovechild and THLord Cadell Blaidd du.

Aine nic Llyr came before Their Majesties to acknowledge the generosity of the fencing community, who had donated money, and the Barony of Delftwood, who had donated stools to the Chirurgeonate.  Their Majesties then noted that Her Ladyship had also been generous of her time and energy with the office of Chirurgeon and in many other ways.  They then called forth the Companions of the Order of the Pelican, and gave her a writ to sit Vigil in contemplation of elevation to the Order at Summer's End.  Writ by Mistress Cori Ghora.

Dani of the Seven Wells was inducted to the Order of the Laurel, and awarded arms by letters patent for his accomplishments in philosophy and research. Speaking in favor of his elevation were Baroness Genvieve du Vent Argent, Master Alaric MacConnal, OP, Sir Manos de Cnoic an Iora, KSCA (by way of Sir Christopher Rawlyns), and Mistress Achren of the Debatable Lands, OL.  Scroll calligraphy by Dame Margaret Makafee, illumination by THLady Giulietta da Venezia, text by Mistress Achren of the Debatable Lands, and period pigments by Master John the Artificer.

Connor Bowsplitter was made a Companion of the Order of the Pelican and awarded arms by letters patent for his work as an ambassador, and his service to the archery community.  Speaking in favor of his elevation were Countess Elina of Ealdormere, Mistress Geirny Thorgrimsdottir, OL, Viscount Sir Haakon Oaktall, KSCA, Master Charles of Alden, OP and Master Hector of the Black Heights, OP.   Scroll by Mistress Graidhne ni Ruaidh.

Magariki Katsuichi no Koredono was inducted into the Order of the Chivalry and awarded arms by letters patent.  Speaking in favor of his elevation were Mistress Cassadoria Finialla, OL, Master Remus Fletcher, OP and Mistress Amaryllis Coleman, OP, and Sir Ogami Akira, KSCA.  Scroll by Date.

On Wednesday, August 14th, Their Majesties James and Elina did the following business while sitting in state at the AEthelmearc Royal Encampment:

Berengaria d'Hainault was made a Companion of the Order of the White Horn for her skill in the equestrian arts.  Scroll by Lady Alienora Russeal.

On Thursday, August 15th, Their Majesties James and Elina did the following business at the AEthelmearc Royal Encampment:

Juliana Rosalia Dolce di Siena was made a Baroness of the Court and granted arms for er service to the Crown.  No scroll was available.

On Friday, August 16th, Their Majesties James and Elina did the following business at the AEthelmearc Royal Encampment:

Wulfgar mab Graedwynn was named the Principal Companion of the Order of Merit for Youth Martial Activities, tentatively to be titled the Order of the Silver Alce, for his accomplishments in heavy weapons youth combat, as well as his sportsmanship.  No scroll was available.

On Friday, August 16th, Their Majesties James and Elina did the following business at Pennsic Great Court:

It was announced that volunteers at Pennsic this year had logged more than 5,100 hours of service.  Her Majesy then gave the Pennsic Volunteer banner to the Crown of the East, as citizens of the East Kingdom had worked more hours than citizens of any other visiting Kingdom at the War that year.

Connor MacLiam was made a Companion of the Order of the Pelican and awarded arms by letters patent, for his years of service to the Kingdom and the Society, including work as deputy exchequer, protocol herald, Kingdom Chamberlain, and deputy Society Seneschale.  Those from AEthelmearc speaking in favor of his elevation were: Master Brendan Brisbane, OL, HRH Rurik Longsword, KSCA, Duke Sir Morguhn Sheridan, and Duchess Dorinda Courtenay, OP.  Scroll by Syr Malcolm MacEoghainn.

Elisabeth Johanna von der Flossenburg was inducted into the Order of the Laurel and awarded arms by letters patent for her accomplishments in costuming.  Speaking in favor of her elevation were Duchess Anna Blackleaf, Baron Charles O'Connor, OP, Mistress Rose Marian of Edgewater, OP, Sir Erlingin Aldhelm, KSCA, Count Sir Jehan de la Marche, KSCA, Countess Alinor of Drachenwald, OL, and Master Christofano Vechhione, OL.  Promissory scroll by Duchess Anna Blackleaf.

On Saturday, August 17th, Their Majesties James and Elina conducted the following business at the AEthelmearc Royal Encampment:

Edward Zifran of Gendy was thanked by Their Majesties for his untold years of continuing service, not only to Pennsic, but to the Kingdom of AEthelmearc during times of both war and peace. In recognition of his tireless efforts, Their Majesties named him a Baron of Their Court. There was no scroll.

This concludes the Courts of Their Majesties James and Elina II, held at the Thirty-first Pennsic War.  Reports prepared by Edmund Tregelles, with the assistance of THLord Cadell Blaidd du and THLady Giulietta da Venezia.