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12th Century (born ~1130) Siculo-Norman. | 12th Century (born ~1130) Siculo-Norman. | ||
Gilbertus is a Norman from the city of Messina in the Kingdom of Sicily. His | Gilbertus is a Norman from the city of Messina in the Kingdom of Sicily. His parents were a minor Norman lord named Coiffus and a daughter of a prominent local merchant, Jālida. They were wealthy enough to guarantee that Gilbertus had access to a good education and comfortable living. However he was the youngest of several sons, so he was destined to a life either as a civil servant or in the church. After spending some time at a monastery in southern Italy, he chose a different path. He escaped the monastery and hopped on a pirate ship that was outfitting for war and was soon to set sail. On this ship he discovered a taste for adventure that he had been missing his entire life to this point. | ||
Gilbertus would've lived during the reigns of the first two kings of Sicily, Roger II and William I, during a period of expansion of the kingdom's presence on the global stage. Historically Gilbertus may have first been bloodied during Roger's campaigns in North Africa, which resulted in the eventual conquest of Tunis and Tripoli. He also might have joined in some raids against the Byzantine Empire during the 2nd Crusade. [[File:Gilbertus fighting at Jotun.jpg|thumb|Gilbertus and Tertius battling during the Roman Roll tournament at Jotunstaor II|center]] | |||
When he returned he started a small sea trading outfit in Palermo and he sails the routes from Sicily around the western Mediterranean. Regularly visiting cities like, Tunis, Valencia, Genoa and Marseilles among others. His military experience is crucial to the success of his business, he gained knowledge about sailing and which routes, and created a personal network of officials and merchants in many ports he visits. When times are slow he still takes up is sword and ship for more piratical activities. Seeking more adventure he sailed further and further west, beyond the gates of the Mediterranean. Eventually he found himself in a new world, the Outlands. | When he returned he started a small sea trading outfit in Palermo and he sails the routes from Sicily around the western Mediterranean. Regularly visiting cities like, Tunis, Valencia, Genoa and Marseilles among others. His military experience is crucial to the success of his business, he gained knowledge about sailing and which routes, and created a personal network of officials and merchants in many ports he visits. When times are slow he still takes up is sword and ship for more piratical activities. Seeking more adventure he sailed further and further west, beyond the gates of the Mediterranean. Eventually he found himself in a new world, the Outlands. | ||
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== Awards == | == Awards == | ||
Award of Arms 05-10-2025 | Award of Arms, 05-10-2025 | ||
Keeper of the Portcullis, 09-13-2025 | |||
Queens Cypher (Aria de Chatillon), 01-17-2026 | |||
Stags Blood, 05-30-2026 | |||
Golden Ring of Unser Hafen, 08-22-2026 | |||
Stag’s Heart, 10-3-2026 | |||
== Tournaments and Competitions == | == Tournaments and Competitions == | ||
Latest revision as of 06:44, 13 October 2026
| Photo |
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 Gilbertus at Coronation |
| Honorifics |
| Preferred Title: Lord |
| Pronouns: He/Him |
| Information |
| Resides: Unser Hafen |
| Status: Active |
| Awards: Order of Precedence |
| Heraldry |
 Argent, on a bend wavy azure between two hounds salient sable three lymphads under sail bendwise sinister Or |
Introduction
Gilbertus de Messina, a.k.a Gilbert, is a player from Unser Hafen, he is a fighter, herald and novice jeweler who served as the Unser Hafen chatelaine. He is also a member of Bears Gate and spreads word of their shenanigans far and wide with his attitude and service. He is the squire and protege of Sir Alexander MacAndrew who is a knight and pelican of the society.
Persona
12th Century (born ~1130) Siculo-Norman.
Gilbertus is a Norman from the city of Messina in the Kingdom of Sicily. His parents were a minor Norman lord named Coiffus and a daughter of a prominent local merchant, Jālida. They were wealthy enough to guarantee that Gilbertus had access to a good education and comfortable living. However he was the youngest of several sons, so he was destined to a life either as a civil servant or in the church. After spending some time at a monastery in southern Italy, he chose a different path. He escaped the monastery and hopped on a pirate ship that was outfitting for war and was soon to set sail. On this ship he discovered a taste for adventure that he had been missing his entire life to this point.
Gilbertus would've lived during the reigns of the first two kings of Sicily, Roger II and William I, during a period of expansion of the kingdom's presence on the global stage. Historically Gilbertus may have first been bloodied during Roger's campaigns in North Africa, which resulted in the eventual conquest of Tunis and Tripoli. He also might have joined in some raids against the Byzantine Empire during the 2nd Crusade.
When he returned he started a small sea trading outfit in Palermo and he sails the routes from Sicily around the western Mediterranean. Regularly visiting cities like, Tunis, Valencia, Genoa and Marseilles among others. His military experience is crucial to the success of his business, he gained knowledge about sailing and which routes, and created a personal network of officials and merchants in many ports he visits. When times are slow he still takes up is sword and ship for more piratical activities. Seeking more adventure he sailed further and further west, beyond the gates of the Mediterranean. Eventually he found himself in a new world, the Outlands.
Offices & Positions
- Chatelaine, Unser Hafen, 2025-
- Event Steward, Unser Hafen Newcomers Fall 2026
In Case of Court
How you would like to be notified in case of court.
Helping Your Heralds & Scribes
I have no preference on period, but I do like when scrolls are loosely based off of extant illuminations. I do enjoy things that are goofier, like rabbits jousting and stuff.
Awards
Award of Arms, 05-10-2025
Keeper of the Portcullis, 09-13-2025
Queens Cypher (Aria de Chatillon), 01-17-2026
Stags Blood, 05-30-2026
Golden Ring of Unser Hafen, 08-22-2026
Stag’s Heart, 10-3-2026
Tournaments and Competitions
- Barony of Unser Hafen Coronet's choice Arts & Sciences champion (Kitta and Safiyya), 05-10-2025
- Shire of Windkeep Yule Arts & Sciences Tournament Winner, 12-6-2025