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[[Thorsteinn Vandringsmann|Master Thorsteinn Vandringsmann]] withdrew from the tournament due to injury, and Sir [[Ælric Kyrri|Aelric Kyrri]]<nowiki/>did not compete. | [[Thorsteinn Vandringsmann|Master Thorsteinn Vandringsmann]] withdrew from the tournament due to injury, and Sir [[Ælric Kyrri|Aelric Kyrri]]<nowiki/>did not compete. | ||
The final round was best two out of three and fought between Dux Outlandium [[Muiredach MacGregor|Mordygan MacGregor]] and Duke [[Hrothger Monomakh]], with victory going to Duke Hrothger. | The final round was best two out of three and fought between Dux Outlandium [[Muiredach MacGregor|Mordygan MacGregor]] and Duke [[Hrothger Monomakh]], with victory going to Duke Hrothger. | ||
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== Elevations == | == Elevations == | ||
[[Mistress Angel d'Auvergne]] was | === Mistress Angel d'Auvergne === | ||
Mistress [[Angel d'Auvergne]] was first offered elevation to the [[Order of the Laurel]] at the first court of Roi [[Simon Montgumery]] and Reine [[Aria de Chatillon]] at [[Summer Coronation AS 60]]. | |||
At Saturday evening court, Mistress [[Angel d'Auvergne]] was heralded in by [[Buggius dei Medici]]. | |||
=== Mistress Sharon of the Roses === | |||
Mistress [[Sharon of the Roses]] was first offered elevation to the [[Order of the Pelican]] at Jotunnstaor II on September 13, 2025. | |||
The [[Vigil]] for Mistress Sharon was held on site on Saturday evening. Those interested in speaking with Mistress Sharon during her vigil could sign up for 3-5 minute increments of time and were invited to share in refreshments while waiting for their turn. Mistress Sharon shared a vigil token with visitors which consisted of a beaded pin reminiscent of her personal arms. | |||
The following morning, Sunday Court began with her elevation to the Order of the Pelican. She was heralded into court by [[Outlands College of Heralds|White Stag Principal Herald]] [[Andreas von Meißen]] and [Someone else]. Her elevation began with the traditional returning of the protege's belt to her mentor, [[Safiyya bint Faris al Dani]]. Sharon expressed her gratitude for their time together by singing an abbreviated rendition of ''For Good'' from Wicked: The Musical, likely a tribute to Baroness Safiyya's career in costume design for theater. | |||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
|+Peers that spoke for Mistress Sharon | |||
!Representative | |||
!Peerage Spoken For | |||
!Notes | |||
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|Countess [[Adrien de Calais]] | |||
|[[Order of Chivalry]] | |||
|Read by Count [[Zachariah de Kane]] | |||
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|Duchess [[Mariana Vivia de Santiago]] | |||
|[[Order of the Laurel]] | |||
|Read by Duchess [[Cecilia Mowebray]] | |||
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|Sir [[Gerwyn y Teigr|Teigr]] | |||
|[[Order of the Pelican]] | |||
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|Sir [[Rand the Tracker of Oak Hollow]] | |||
|[[Order of the Mark]] | |||
|Read by THL [[Medb Dúinfeichín|Meadbh]] | |||
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|Countess [[Beatrice De Craie]] | |||
|Royal Peers | |||
|Read by Countess [[Ymanie the Midwife]] | |||
|} | |||
In lieu of a [[Cap of Maintenance]], Mistress Sharon was gifted a red hood trimmed in white with embroidered Pelicans made by Mistress [[Briatriz d'Andrade|Briatriz d'Andrade.]] Her scroll was the work of [[Asta Olafsdottir|Asta Olafsdottir.]] | |||
=== Master Robert Hunteman === | |||
Master [[Robert Hunteman]] was first offered elevation to the [[Order of Defense]] at [[Summer Coronation AS 60]] during Sunday morning court. | |||
The vigil for Master Robert was held offsite at a personal address. As part of his vigil, Doña [[Eleonora von Effen|Elora]] hosted a Prize Fight. Alongside Signore [[Michaelangelo Francesco di Genoa]], Master Robert held the field for 45 minutes against senior Masters of Defense [[Domin d’Alsace|Domin d’Alsace,]] [[Jevel]], [[Carlos Nieto de Andrade]], and [[Hawk Rill Hunnybun|Hawk Rill Hunnybun.]] | |||
Master Robert's elevation followed shortly after Mistress Sharon's. Several members of [[Corvus Aurorae]] entered before his procession, and built a sword arch for him to enter through. He was heralded into court by [[Eanred of Tamworthie]] as Baroness [[Kitta Ragnvaldsdottír]] sang. Master Robert wore garb specially made for the elevation including a hat made by Baroness [[Bryngerðr Þiðreksdóttir]], A shirt with cuffs embroidered in blackwork by Lady [[Helena Antol]], and buttons by Lady [[Reina|Reina.]] | |||
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|+Peers that spoke for Master Robert | |||
!Representative | |||
!Peerage Spoken For | |||
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|Baron [[Lothar vom Bergenwald]] | |||
|[[Order of Chivalry]] | |||
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|Baroness [[Kitta Ragnvaldsdottír]] | |||
|[[Order of the Laurel]] | |||
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|Master [[Þorvaldr Þórólfsson á Vaksfjall]] | |||
|[[Order of the Pelican]] | |||
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|Master [[Callum of Skye]] | |||
|[[Order of the Mark]] | |||
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|Duchess [[Cecilia Mowebray]] | |||
|Royal Peers | |||
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|Her Ladyship [[Isabeau de Bernac]] | |||
|Populace | |||
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Master Robert elected to participate in an [[Order of Defense|Iron Collar]]. Afterwards, he was presented with a coat which was a collaboration between [[Isabeau de Bernac]] and [[Apollonia Zawmstricker]] with embroidery by [[Angel d'Auvergne|Angel d'Auvergne.]] His scroll was the work of [[Remy Renée d'Orleans|Remy Renée d'Orleans.]] | |||
== Championships == | == Championships == | ||
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== Scroll Derby == | == Scroll Derby == | ||
The Scroll Derby was first announced at the Coronation of [[King Simon]] and [[Queen Aria]]. The competition encouraged scribes to submit blank scrolls for use throughout the kingdom. For Fall Crown Tournament, ten scribes participated, contributing a total of 88 scroll blanks. | |||
The winners of the various awards were as follows: | |||
* [[Tala (of al-Barran)|Noble Tala of al-Barran]] – Crown’s Choice | |||
* [[Kata útama geirr|Baroness Kata útama Geirr]] – Coronet’s Choice (submitted 47 scrolls) | |||
* [[Regalis dei Falchi|Lady Regalis Dei Falchi]] – Populace Choice | |||
Other participants included [[Joella of Blue Lion's Keep|Mistress Joella of Blue Lion’s Keep]], [[Elspeth Monypenny|Lady Elspeth Monypenny]], [[Diana Doria|Mistress Dianna Doria]], [[Bosun Jaine]], [[Raoul de la Noue|Lord Raoul de La Noue]], [[Mistress Ynhared Dewines y Glyndu]], and [[Ceridwen de Gyrlyngton|Mistress Cerridwen Verch Ioreword]]. | |||
== Additional Notes == | == Additional Notes == | ||
Revision as of 14:32, 29 October 2025
| Date | October 26, 2025 |
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| Location | Kingdom of the Outlands |
| Hosted by | Their Majesties Simon and Aria |
| Event type | Crown Tournament |
| Preceded by | Spring Crown Tournament, AS LX |
| Followed by | Fall Coronation, AS LX |
Overview
The Fall Crown Tournament of the Kingdom of the Outlands was held October 18–19, AS LX (2025) at Golden Eagle Campground in the Barony of Dragonsspine. The event determined the Heirs to the Stag Throne, resulting in the victory of Hrothger Monomakh fighting for Ingriðr Rauðkinn, who became Crown Prince and Crown Princess of the Outlands.
The event was hosted under the reign of King Simon and Queen Aria. Sorcha MacGillivrey served as event steward.
Tournament
The Crown List consisted of nineteen combatants, including three pairs who fought on behalf of one another.
Master Thorsteinn Vandringsmann withdrew from the tournament due to injury, and Sir Aelric Kyrridid not compete.
The final round was best two out of three and fought between Dux Outlandium Mordygan MacGregor and Duke Hrothger Monomakh, with victory going to Duke Hrothger.
Site and Features
The event was held at Golden Eagle Campground near the area of Colorado Springs, Colorado and hosted by the Barony of Dragonsspine.
There were two variations of the site token: a ceramic medallion bearing a Stag and Doe, and a leather token dyed emerald and stamped with a Stag.
A journalist from KOAA 5 in Colorado Springs attended the event, resulting in televised coverage titled “Knights fight for the rule of a four-state medieval kingdom here in Colorado.” View the segment here.
Court and Recognitions
During the Saturday and Sunday courts, Their Majesties recognized numerous gentles for service, skill, and artistry. Highlights included an offer of admittance to the Order of Defense for Apollonia Zawmstricker and the elevation offers and ceremonies for several peers.
The following awards and honors were given over the course of the event:
| Date | Recipient | Award | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday morning | Robin Eclipse | Ragnar's Hammer | For assistance in site operations; scroll by Kökechin Qo'a (illumination) and Eoghan MacIver (calligraphy). |
| Saturday morning | Apollonia Zawmstricker | Offer of Order of Defense | Recognized for mastery in rossfechten. |
| Saturday evening | Eorann O’Connor | Offer of Order of the Mark | For excellence in archery. |
| Saturday evening | Mistress Angel d'Auvergne | Order of the Laurel | Elevation for contributions to the arts, particularly with garb and other fiber arts |
| Saturday evening | Bernardo dei Medici | Ragnar's Hammer | For service in ensuring event success. |
| Saturday evening | Buggius dei Medici | White Scarf | — |
| Saturday evening | Sorcha MacGillivrey | White Scarf | — |
| Saturday evening | Amina al-Zahra | — | Tribute honoring Amina and her steed Venus. |
| Sunday morning | Mistress Sharon of the Roses | Order of the Pelican | Elevation for excellent service to the Kingdom |
| Sunday morning | Master Robert Hunteman | Order of Defense | Elevation for excellence in the rapier arts. |
| Sunday morning | Bronwen of Hindscroft | Offer of Order of the Laurel | For excellence in culinary arts. |
| Sunday morning | Marisse de Bourgogne | Golden Lance | — |
| Sunday morning | Robin Eclipse | Silver Tyne |
Elevations
Mistress Angel d'Auvergne
Mistress Angel d'Auvergne was first offered elevation to the Order of the Laurel at the first court of Roi Simon Montgumery and Reine Aria de Chatillon at Summer Coronation AS 60.
At Saturday evening court, Mistress Angel d'Auvergne was heralded in by Buggius dei Medici.
Mistress Sharon of the Roses
Mistress Sharon of the Roses was first offered elevation to the Order of the Pelican at Jotunnstaor II on September 13, 2025.
The Vigil for Mistress Sharon was held on site on Saturday evening. Those interested in speaking with Mistress Sharon during her vigil could sign up for 3-5 minute increments of time and were invited to share in refreshments while waiting for their turn. Mistress Sharon shared a vigil token with visitors which consisted of a beaded pin reminiscent of her personal arms.
The following morning, Sunday Court began with her elevation to the Order of the Pelican. She was heralded into court by White Stag Principal Herald Andreas von Meißen and [Someone else]. Her elevation began with the traditional returning of the protege's belt to her mentor, Safiyya bint Faris al Dani. Sharon expressed her gratitude for their time together by singing an abbreviated rendition of For Good from Wicked: The Musical, likely a tribute to Baroness Safiyya's career in costume design for theater.
| Representative | Peerage Spoken For | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Countess Adrien de Calais | Order of Chivalry | Read by Count Zachariah de Kane |
| Duchess Mariana Vivia de Santiago | Order of the Laurel | Read by Duchess Cecilia Mowebray |
| Sir Teigr | Order of the Pelican | |
| Sir Rand the Tracker of Oak Hollow | Order of the Mark | Read by THL Meadbh |
| Countess Beatrice De Craie | Royal Peers | Read by Countess Ymanie the Midwife |
In lieu of a Cap of Maintenance, Mistress Sharon was gifted a red hood trimmed in white with embroidered Pelicans made by Mistress Briatriz d'Andrade. Her scroll was the work of Asta Olafsdottir.
Master Robert Hunteman
Master Robert Hunteman was first offered elevation to the Order of Defense at Summer Coronation AS 60 during Sunday morning court.
The vigil for Master Robert was held offsite at a personal address. As part of his vigil, Doña Elora hosted a Prize Fight. Alongside Signore Michaelangelo Francesco di Genoa, Master Robert held the field for 45 minutes against senior Masters of Defense Domin d’Alsace, Jevel, Carlos Nieto de Andrade, and Hawk Rill Hunnybun.
Master Robert's elevation followed shortly after Mistress Sharon's. Several members of Corvus Aurorae entered before his procession, and built a sword arch for him to enter through. He was heralded into court by Eanred of Tamworthie as Baroness Kitta Ragnvaldsdottír sang. Master Robert wore garb specially made for the elevation including a hat made by Baroness Bryngerðr Þiðreksdóttir, A shirt with cuffs embroidered in blackwork by Lady Helena Antol, and buttons by Lady Reina.
| Representative | Peerage Spoken For |
|---|---|
| Baron Lothar vom Bergenwald | Order of Chivalry |
| Baroness Kitta Ragnvaldsdottír | Order of the Laurel |
| Master Þorvaldr Þórólfsson á Vaksfjall | Order of the Pelican |
| Master Callum of Skye | Order of the Mark |
| Duchess Cecilia Mowebray | Royal Peers |
| Her Ladyship Isabeau de Bernac | Populace |
Master Robert elected to participate in an Iron Collar. Afterwards, he was presented with a coat which was a collaboration between Isabeau de Bernac and Apollonia Zawmstricker with embroidery by Angel d'Auvergne. His scroll was the work of Remy Renée d'Orleans.
Championships
The Princess Protector tournament featured over thirty combatants. Between each round, performances were given by contestants in the Windhover Bard competition, which drew over ten entrants—a significant increase from the previous year. Entrants included Evpraksiia Muromskaia, Aelia Dryantilla, Viðbjorn Orðlokarr, Sophia Rares, and others.
Count Hawkrill won the Princess Protector tournament, his fourth time earning the title. The Warlord tournament concluded with Count Zachariah defeating Lord Primus in a closely fought round using four-foot axes in honor of Thunderhead, the axe of state.
The Windhover Bard title was awarded to Evpraksiia Muromskaia. The presentation included the reintroduction of several historic pieces of regalia associated with the title, recreated by Countess Elizabeth O'Byrne.
Scroll Derby
The Scroll Derby was first announced at the Coronation of King Simon and Queen Aria. The competition encouraged scribes to submit blank scrolls for use throughout the kingdom. For Fall Crown Tournament, ten scribes participated, contributing a total of 88 scroll blanks.
The winners of the various awards were as follows:
- Noble Tala of al-Barran – Crown’s Choice
- Baroness Kata útama Geirr – Coronet’s Choice (submitted 47 scrolls)
- Lady Regalis Dei Falchi – Populace Choice
Other participants included Mistress Joella of Blue Lion’s Keep, Lady Elspeth Monypenny, Mistress Dianna Doria, Bosun Jaine, Lord Raoul de La Noue, Mistress Ynhared Dewines y Glyndu, and Mistress Cerridwen Verch Ioreword.
Additional Notes
- Sharon of the Roses’s vigil took place Saturday evening on site.
- Robert Hunteman’s elevation occurred off-site after his prize fight.
- Master Thorsteinn Vandringsmann withdrew from the tournament due to injury.
- Sir Aelric Kyrri did not compete.
- Baroness Kata útama Geirr created forty-seven scrolls for the scroll derby, earning Coronet’s Choice. Noble Tala of al-Barran received Crown’s Choice, and Lady Regalis Dei Falchi received Populace Choice.
- Coverage of the event appeared on KOAA News 5 in Colorado Springs.
References
- KOAA 5, “Knights fight for the rule of a four-state medieval kingdom here in Colorado,” October 2025.
- Court Report by Tiarna Grainne Shocair, Blue Iris Herald.
- Event notes compiled from contemporary reports and participant testimony.