Barony of Dragonsspine
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| Or, four gyrons conjoined at the fess point azure surmounted by a wingless dragon dormant purpure, and in base a laurel wreath vert. | |
| Information | |
|---|---|
| Founded: | ? |
| In Kingdom: | Kingdom of the Outlands |
| Baron: | Toirrdhealbhach mac Toirrdhealbhaigh mic Aonghusa |
| Baroness: | Adelaisa Bernois |
| Modern location | |
| Central Colorado | |
Overview
The Barony of Dragonsspine is an SCA branch located in Colorado Springs and the surrounding areas. Originally founded as the Incipient Canton of Les Jardin des Dieux in A.S. VIII (1973) as an offshoot of the Barony of Caerthe in the Kingdom of Atenveldt, it soon grew into a Shire and was renamed Dragonsspine. In A.S. X the Shire was granted official status, and it was elevated to a Barony in A.S. XIV under the leadership of Baroness Caitlin Caslean an Bharraigh.
Location
The Barony covers the Colorado Springs metropolitan area and nearby regions.
Baronage
| Title | Name | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Baroness | Caitlin Caslean an Bharraigh | 5/1978-6/1985 |
| Vicar | Michael the Strange | 7/1983-1/1984 |
| Vicar | Olaf Bjornson | 6/1985-12/1985 |
| Baron | Olaf Bjornson | 12/1985-6/1989 |
| Vicar & Vicaress | Demetrios ho Bibliophilos & Melissa of Winged Hills | 6/1989-10/1989 |
| Baron | Lambert de Sur | 10/1989-9/1991 |
| Crown Barony | 9/1991-10/1983 | |
| Baron & Baroness | Mael Marden & Brilliana de Montreau | 10/1993-9/1997 |
| Baron | Mael Marden | 9/1997-6/1998 |
| Baron & Baroness | Giovanni di Sienna & Cainnleach Uiseir of Glendalough | 6/1998-4/2001 |
| Baron & Baroness | Timothy O'Brien & Catriona nic Aoidh | 4/2001-12/2001 |
| Baron | Timothy O'Brien | 12/2001-8/2003 |
| Baron & Baroness | Eric Edmundsson & Birgitta Andersdotther | 8/2003-10/2005 |
| Baron & Baroness | Lothar vom Bergenwald & Lydia of the Pines | 10/2005-8/2012 |
| Baron & Baroness | Herbert von Kalden & Keterlyn von Eltz | 8/2012-8/2014 |
| Baron & Baroness | Broddi hornabrjótr & Mael Mide Ingen Domnaill | 8/2014-10/2016 |
| Baron & Baroness | Gianni de San Germano & Jeanette Delacroix | 10/2016-1/2019 |
| Baron & Baroness | Seamus MacRae & Angel d'Auvergne | 1/2019-5/2023 |
| Baron & Baroness | Toirrdhealbhach mac Toirrdhealbhaigh mic Aonghusa & Adelaisa Bernois | 5/2023-Present |
Baronial Court
- Head of Household: Master Gianni de Sangermano
- Head of Retinue: Her Honor Jeannette Delacroix
- Mistress of the Robes: Maitresse Mathilde Bourette
- Court Herald: Roving
Baronial Champions
- Warlord: Vacant
- Ranger: THL Angel d’Auvergne
- Defender: Lord Hrafn Corvin Vaeristad
- Shield of Honor: Vacant
- Arts & Sciences Champion: Lady Reyna Frogge
- Bard: Lord Eanred of Tamworthie
- Equestrian Champion: Lady Isabeau de Bernac
Heraldry
- Blazon: Or, four gyrons conjoined at the fess point azure surmounted by a wingless dragon dormant purpure, and in base a laurel wreath vert.
- The heraldry features a wingless dormant dragon symbolizing vigilance and wisdom, with azure gyrons on a gold field, emphasizing strength and unity. The laurel wreath represents honor and achievement.
History
Originally a Canton within the Kingdom of Atenveldt, Dragonsspine has evolved over decades through various stages: from Canton, to Shire, to Crown Barony, and finally to an independent Barony recognized within the Kingdom of the Outlands. The Barony retains deep roots in the early SCA, with traditions that reflect its long-standing presence in the region.