Court Reports of the Kingdom of
AEthelmearc
Malcolm and Tessa II
September 16, AS 41 (2006)
Coronation of Christopher and Morgen
Barony-Marche
of the Debatable Lands
Being the Report of the Court of Their
Majesties, Malcolm and Tessa, King and Queen of Æthelmearc
with the Landed Nobility of the Kingdom of Æthelmearc in
attendance. Court held September 16, AS 41 (2006) at the
Coronation of Christopher and Morgen in Their Barony-Marche of
the Debatable Lands. Giulietta da Venezia, Reporting Herald,
with the assistance of THLord Cadell Blaidd Du.
Corwyn ap Nennius the Dirge was made a Companion of the Sycamore
in absentia for his skill in the bardic arts. Scroll limned
by Lord Ardal of Antioch, scrivened and authored by Lady Sarra
Moore.
Maddelina d'Angeles was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc for her
service to Their Majesties during Their Reign, most particularly
for her excellent care of Katherine, the Princess Royale.
Silence de Cherbourg was made a Companion of the Sycamore for her
skill in the bardic arts. Scroll by Their Excellencies,
Boudiccea Ravenhair and Ekaterina Volkova.
Their Majesties invited Their Heir, Sir Christopher Rawlyns,
Crown Prince of Æthelmearc, to attend Them. His
Highness spoke of Their Majesties' defense of the Kingdom during
two wars, and of the great service done by Them in furtherance of
our Kingdom's greatness. He expressed His wish to take up
the burden of the Crown, that Their Majesties might retire to
Their hillside estates overlooking the Debatable Lands' three
rivers, and enjoy Their well-earned rest. Their Majesties agreed
that a period of respite would be most pleasant, but noted that
They had further matters of state needing attention. His Highness
agreed to return once Their Majesties' business had concluded.
Coletta Briant was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc for her service
to Their Majesties during Their Reign, particularly for her
service as retainer, companion, friend, and songbird.
Margaret Makafee was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc for her service
to Their Majesties during Their Reign, particularly for her
assistance with Their gift baskets for the Great Pennsic War.
Gillian Llewellyn of Ravenspur was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc
for her service to Their Majesties during Their Reign,
particularly for coordinating the Kingdom's hospitality table at
the Great Pennsic War.
Their Majesties invited Aleea Baga to attend Them, and spoke of
the assistance she had rendered to Them and to the Kingdom
throughout both of Their Reigns, and of her willingness to
undertake nearly any project that came to Her Majesty's
mind. In recognition of her efforts, drive and enthusiasm,
Their Majesties created Aleea a Baroness of Their Court.
Their Majesties invited THLord Lochlainn mac Faolain Bhain to
attend Them. Lochlainn spoke of the skill of a young gentle
who had become the first to attain a junior Royal Round average
exceeding one hundred points, and asked Their Majesties to
recognize him. Their Majesties then received Lucas of
Gryffon's Keep as the first Junior Grandmaster Bowman of
Æthelmearc. Scroll by Master Gwilym o'r Tair Afon.
Fredeburg von Katzenellenbogen was made a Companion of the Golden
Alce for her skill at rapier combat. Scroll by Ashe d'Wyntre.
Tatyana Kushina was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc for her service
to Their Majesties during Their Reign, especially for her
assistance in clothing Their Majesties.
Kateline atte Well was made a Companion of the Keystone for her
service as Chancellor of Youth for the Barony-Marche of the
Debatable Lands. Scroll by Her Excellency, Graidhne ni
Ruaidh.
The Lost Boys were given a Sigil of Æthelmearc as a group for
their service to Their Majesties during Their Reign, most
particularly for keeping Her Majesty safe during her travels
through the portions of the Great Pennsic War known to be
frequented by brigands.
Phiala O'Ceallaigh was made a Companion of the Keystone for her
service to the Kingdom, most particularly for creating many
medallion cords and for teaching others the art of fingerloop
braiding, that our Kingdom might be well supplied. Scroll
scrivened by His Majesty, Malcolm and limned by Lady Katla
Ulfhedinn.
Gareth Kincaid was made a Companion of the Keystone for his
service in ensuring that Æthelmearc's army is well supplied
with the necessary armor. Scroll drawn by Maitresse Yvianne
de Castel d'Avignon, limned by Runa Thorgrimsdottir, and
scrivened by Lady Anlaith ingen Trena.
Robert Bakere was made a Companion of the Golden Alce for his
prowess at thrown weapons. Scroll to be forthcoming.
Clewin Kupferhelbelinc was made a Companion of the Golden Alce
for his prowess at rapier combat. Scroll by Ashe d'Wyntre.
Anna Eisenkopf was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc for her service
to Their Majesties throughout Their Reign, particularly as
Their Majesties' Chamberlain.
Master Huen Damebrygge was named Royal Baker to the Crown of
Æthelmearc in absentia in recognition of his contributions of
many delicious cookies for numerous Kingdom events, and in the
hope that he will continue to assist our Kingdom and enhance its
reputation for hospitality. Scroll by Her Excellency,
Daedra MacBeth a Gryphon.
Rosalia Iuliana Andere was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc for
her service to Their Majesties during Their Reign, especially for
her assistance in clothing Their Majesties.
Their Majesties asked Lady Gianna di Aurelio to attend Them.
They spoke of the beauty of the scrolls Gianna makes, and of the
delight in the faces of Their Subjects when Gianna's works are
displayed. In recognition of her skill in scribal arts,
Their Majesties created Gianna di Aurelio a Companion of the
Fleur d'Æthelmearc and granted her arms. Scroll by
Her Excellency, Aidan ni Leir.
Ailis Linne was made a Companion of the Sycamore for her research
in and skill at making Japanese clothing. Scroll by THLord
Date Saburou Yukiie, upon a text by His Excellency, Sir Ogami
Akira.
Dan MacCaulaeigh was made a Companion of the Golden Alce in
absentia for his skill in rapier combat, his willingness to teach
others, and his service as a rapier marshal. Scroll to be
forthcoming.
Their Majesties called Sir Aengus MacBain before Them, and spoke
of his great skill in the arts martial, then noted that this is
not the reason They had summoned him. They also spoke of
his prowess in the gentler arts, and noted that They wished to
recognize his accomplishments. They then called forth the
Companions of the Most Noble Order of the Laurel, and directed
Aengus to consult with Their Highnesses, Christopher and Morgen,
to determine a time at which Aengus would answer the question
whether he would be numbered among them.
Their Majesties summoned Bataar Sogdo into Their Presence, and
spoke of his good nature and willingness to undertake any task
that was asked of him. In recognition of his nobility and
generosity of spirit, Their Majesties created Bataar a Baron of
Their Court.
Silence de Cherbourg was made a Companion of the Keystone for her
service to the Kingdom's bardic community, most particularly for
her efforts in maintaining the College of Bards' webpage as a
teaching tool, that the populace may learn our Kingdom's
songs. Scroll scrivened by Lady Anlaith ingen Trena and
limned by Frau Osterhildis die Nachtschwarmerin.
Maggie McKlay was awarded arms in absentia for her service at
events, most particularly for her assistance with youth
activities. Scroll to be forthcoming.
Syrrilda MacCaulaeigh was awarded arms in absentia for her service
to the Kingdom and Their Majesties, especially for ensuring that
Her Majesty was never without a beverage, or a companion in her
travels about the Great Pennsic War. Scroll scrivened by
THLady George Anne and limned by Lady Etain ingen Dalaig.
Sasha Gray was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc for her service to
Their Majesties during Their Reign, especially for equipping His
Majesty with proper rapier armor for the Great Pennsic War.
Tatyana Kushina was made a Companion of the Keystone for her
service to her Kingdom, most especially for her service to her
Barony-Marche of the Debatable Lands. Scroll to be
forthcoming.
House Dragon's End was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc as a group
for Their Service to Their Majesties during Their Reign,
most particularly for their gracious assistance at the Great
Pennsic War.
Their Majesties called forth Their Guard, thanked them for their
service, and dismissed all but His Excellency, Vladisla Nikulich.
Vladisla Nikulich was given a Sigil of Æthelmearc for his service
to Their Majesties during Their Reign, most particularly for his
service as Captain of Her Majesty's guard.
Once again, Their Majesties invited His Highness, Christopher to
attend Them. His Highness asserted His claim to be Their
Majesties' true Heir by right of arms. Their Majesties
asked for witnesses to attest to His Highness' claim.
Sir Magariki Katsuichi no Koredono, Earl Marshal of
Æthelmearc, attested that he had been present at Their
Majesties' Crown Tournament, that the Tournament had been
properly conducted in keeping with the laws, policies and customs
of the Kingdom, and that Sir Christopher was the right and true
victor.
Her Excellency, Marguerite de la Marche, Seneschal of
Æthelmearc, attested that she also had been present at
Their Majesties' Crown Tournament, that the laws, policies and
customs of the Kingdom had been observed, and that Sir
Christopher was the right and true victor.
Her Excellency, Giulietta da Venezia, Silver Buccle Principal
Herald of Æthelmearc, attested that she also had been
present at Their Majesties' Crown Tournament, that she witnessed
the victory of Sir Christopher, and that she proclaimed Him Their
Majesties' right and true Heir before Their Majesties, the
populace and the entire Known World.
His Majesty then addressed Her Majesty and thanked Her for her
service as Queen, for her care of Himself and His populace, and
for her tireless efforts on behalf of the Kingdom and its
people. He noted that it would be most pleasant to retire
with Her to their Estates, and she agreed. His Majesty then
removed the Crown from Her Majesty's head, and allowed her to
retire.
His Highness knelt before His Majesty, who removed the Crown from
His head, received Christopher's Oath of Fealty, crowned
Christopher the nineteenth King of Æthelmearc, and retired.
Thus did the Court and Reign of Malcolm and Tessa come to an end.