Court report of TRM’s Christopher & Morgen from Steltonwald 12^th Night on January 31st A.S. 43 held in the Canton of Steltonwald in the presence of Their Excellencies, Byron and Ariella of the Barony Marche of the Debatable Lands, as reported by THL Matilda Bosvyle de Bela Acqua, Silver Buccle, with the assistance of Lady Anlaith ingen Trena.

Early afternoon.

Their Majesties called forth THLady Giana di Aurelio, reminding her of Their wish that she should sit vigil in contemplation of joining the ranks of the Order of the Laurel. As she was prepared to do so, Their Majesties welcomed the companions of that order to lead away the candidate and provide her their council.

Baron Geoffrey fitzDavid was invited before the Crown and asked if he was prepared to sit vigil in contemplation of elevation to the Order of the Pelican. With Geoffrey’s affirmation, His Majesty then insisted his squire of 4 years return His belt and chain, declaring that the candidate must make this decision as his own man, not as His Majesties squire. With that accomplished, the companions of the Order were called to Their Majesties presence and tasked to offer their council and guidance.

Late Afternoon.

Their Majesties gave leave for Their Excellencies to hold their court.

Mistress Bonita of Steltonwald gave prizes to the two entrants of the subtleties competition: 1^st place to Lord Bovi Farmadr for his chocolate basket and candy fruit, 2^nd place to THLady Myfanwy ferch Rhiannon for her sugar plate and marzipan fruit.

Charles of Steltonwald was Awarded Arms for his hospitality and study of clothing (scroll by Antoinette de la Croix and Brianna).

THLady Giana di Aurelio recalled by Their Majesties, was heralded into Their presence by Baroness Giulietta da Venezia and escorted by THLord Fintan na Coilled. They asked if it was her wish to be elevated to the most noble Order of the Laurel; Giana replied that she would be most pleased. Their Majesties then questioned the Order if they believed she was ready to join their ranks, to which they all responded ‘aye’. Their Majesties called upon the peers to speak of her worth: Countess Aidan ni Leir spoke for the Royal Peers about her former apprentice’s beautiful art; Mistress Bonita of Steltonwald spoke for the Order of Pelicans, Sir Kadan Chakilgahn for the Chivalry and Master Creador Twinedragon on behalf of the Laurels offered to educate any who were still in doubt of Giana’s talent. A cloak baring laurel leaves was brought forth and placed about her shoulders. Countess Aidan presented an enamel medallion made by the hand of Lady Lavina Knapp for Their Majesties to bestow, and Lord Bovi brought forth a brass wreath of Laurel which was placed upon her brow. Their Majesties called for the ancestral fruitcake of the AEthelmearc Laurels to be brought forth. The box was opened for one and all to see that it was still intact. Giana swore her oath of service upon the sword of state and Their Majesties bade her to rise as Mistress Giana (scroll by Mistress Alheydis von Korckhingen).

Baron Geoffrey fitzDavid recalled to Their Majesties court was heralded into their presence by Stevyn la Reven and escorted by his lady, Mistress Aoibhel of DunHolen. His Majesties questioned His former squire if he wished to accept elevation to the most noble Order of the Pelican, to which his Excellency replied that it would be his honor. The companions of the Order confirmed that they had counseled him and that they would readily accept him as one of their own. Representatives of the peerages rose to speak of Geoffrey’s accomplishments and selfless service to the Kingdom: Countess Aidan, Sir Matthias Sean Cameron for the Chivalry, Mistress Amaryllis Coleman for the Laurels and Master Remus Fletcher for the Pelicans. His Majesty was also quite pleased to be able to call him His peer. A cloak adorned with a Pelican was presented to his Excellency, and Their Majesties placed about his neck the ancestral medallion of the AEthelmearc Pelicans. Geoffrey then swore his oath of fealty upon the sword of state, and Their Majesties bid him rise as Baron Geoffrey, Master of the Pelican (scroll illum by Antoinette de la Croix, calig by Hrefna fruikona).

Their Majesties spoke of what an honor it is for Them to be able to recognize a rare individual who encompasses all that we as a society hold dear: the Arts, the Sciences, Service and Chivalry. There being just 25 others previously designated as a Jewel of AEthelmearc, Their Majesties named Mistress Alicia Langland as the 26^th such recipient (scroll by Vivienne of Yardley). 

Court was closed.