Yesterday I had the joy of competing in the Artisan Level Challenge at St. Eligius, hosted by the Barony of Dragonship Haven– and what an extraordinary day it was! I’m thrilled (and still a bit stunned) to share that I won my division and received the Populace Choice Award. This project has been one of…
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Inside the Bardic Circle with Brógáin Ó Ríain
One of my favorite events on the annual calendar is the Black Gryphon Inn, the signature tavern event of the Canton of Gryphonwald. It’s a small, local gathering that offers an afternoon of relaxed activities, including a brewing competition, a kubb tournament, and some dancing. What makes it even more special is that it hosts…
A&S Year in Review, 2023
I know, I know… Phelippe and I have been poor about writing updates. The goal of this post is to provide some updates on recent projects (and a hint at what is coming in 2024). My lack of writing is not due to lack of activity; in fact, it is quite the opposite. In many…
Welcome (to our) Home! Part One
When Phelippe and I return from Pennsic, we always feel like we are running a bit. Immediately following Pennsic, Settmour Swamp hosts its largest Demo of the year. Being the Chatelaine, I am heavily involved in that process. We had an amazing demo this year! However, it feel like the moment we get things from…
Busy Season in the Swamp
It’s here… the baronial busy season in Settmour Swamp. Last week we played host to Mudthaw, today we hosted a demo, in a few weeks we will have our tavern event– Black Gryphon Inn, followed quickly by our weekend camping event– Quest, and then Pennsic… and then Ducal Challenge… and then we wake up in…
Thoughts on Mudthaw
Mudthaw! Holy (baronial) cow! What a day! Mudthaw is an amazingly full, all day event, that is always packed with friendship, fighting, music, food, court, arts and sciences, and many wonderful memories– but this year truly outshone. Yesterday was a day of surprises and many wonderful moments that I will cherish for years to some….
A Market Day at Birka
Today is Sunday; one week ago today Emeline and I made our way back from Birka. We had such a great time seeing everyone, and of course, who doesn’t love all the shopping? I also fought in the bear pit fencing tournament this year and was pleased with my 16th place result. Sticking it out…
Spar, Disengage, Rosemary, and Time(s)...past 