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The '''Barony of the Citadel of the Southern Pass''' is a barony within the [[Kingdom of the Outlands]], part of the [[Society for Creative Anachronism]] (SCA). It is located in the modern-day counties of El Paso and Hudspeth in Texas. It is notable as the only portion of Texas not belonging to the [[Kingdom of Ansteorra]]. | |||
== Heraldry == | |||
The registered arms of the Barony of the Citadel of the Southern Pass are: ''Azure, masoned argent, a goblet within a laurel wreath and a chief embattled Or.'' This device symbolizes the Citadel’s strength, hospitality, and connection to the arts and community. | |||
== History == | |||
The Citadel was founded on October 1st, A.S. XVII (1983 CE) while the Outlands was still a principality of the [[Kingdom of Atenveldt]]. The first Baron and Baroness were Sir Jochen von Balduinseck and Mistress Monika von Zell, invested by King Christopher and Queen Constance of Atenveldt. It became the fourth barony to be founded in what would become the Kingdom of the Outlands. | |||
The Citadel was once styled "The Gateway to the Crown Lands of Argonia," encompassing all Outlands territory not claimed by another kingdom from the Mexican border south to Tierra del Fuego. Though unofficial, this made the Citadel one of the largest territories in the Known World, in theory. | |||
It is the home of several notable firsts in the Outlands, including: | |||
The Premier Laurel of the Outlands | |||
The Premier of the Queen’s Cypher of the Outlands | |||
The Premier of the Stag & Chalice | |||
The Citadel is also the home of two of the last Princes of the Principality of the Outlands before it achieved kingdom status. | |||
== Baronial Succession == | |||
Baron Jochen von Balduinseck and Countess Monika von Zell (10/1/83 – 3/19/88) | |||
Baron Ruter Rotbart von Rottenburg and Duchess Morgana of Land’s End (3/19/88 – 4/3/91) | |||
Baron Gareth of Gryffon’s Nest and Baroness Signy von Velden (4/3/91 – 10/9/93) | |||
Viscount Ian Domhnall and Viscountess Charitee Julienne duBois (10/9/93 – 11/16/96) | |||
Vicomte Berold de Gilbert and Viscountess Bahiyyah bint Suhayl (11/16/96 – 4/28/01) | |||
Baron Conrade du Montgomerie I and Baroness Leah de Montgomerie of Lark Hall I (4/28/01 – 1/17/04) | |||
Baron Roger de Gilbert and Baroness Constance Warrock de Winandemere (1/17/04 – 3/4/06) | |||
Baron Don Giovanni da Lucca and Baroness Muireann Ghlass inghean Faolan (3/4/06 – 3/29/08) | |||
Baron Nikolaus von Stahlburg and Baroness Aine inghean Cormac (3/29/08 – 10/02/10) | |||
Baron Conrade du Montgomerie II and Baroness Leah de Montgomerie of Lark Hall II (10/09/10 – 6/15/13) | |||
Baron Christopher Devereux\ and Baroness Jamila al-Zuhayriyya (6/15/13 – 3/28/15) | |||
Shayk Tariq Ibn Yusuf Ibn Askari Al Ghassani and Shayka Elieth De Salazar (3/28/15 – 4/13/19) | |||
Baron Bernardo dei Medici (4/13/19 – 3/4/23) | |||
Baron Carlos Nieto de Andrade and Baroness Joella of Blue Lion’s Keep (3/4/23 – present) | |||
== Saints of the Citadel == | |||
=== St. Edrik of the Citadel === | |||
St. Edrik, also known as Edrik Beroldsson, was a beloved figure within the Citadel and the son of Vicomte Berold de Gilbert and the Lady Shala Shalimpour. Known for his large nose and bright spirit, he was widely admired and eventually canonized after his untimely death. | |||
He was the first Premier of the Queen's Cypher, squired to his father and later to Sir Conrade, and served the Citadel both on and off the field. After his passing, three miracles were attributed to him, leading to his canonization: | |||
An enemy weapon turning into straw during battle | |||
An apparition helping free a wagon stuck on a rock | |||
A ghostly nose deflecting a blow during a tournament | |||
St. Edrik is the Patron Saint of Squires and Children with Extremely Large Noses. His feast day is celebrated every day of the year, with no fasting days. His relics include his dagger, one boot, and signet ring. The Militant Order of the Knights of St. Edrik continues to honor his legacy. | |||
Device: ''Per pale embattled sable and argent, crusilly couped gules, in dexter chief a horse’s head couped argent.'' | |||
== See Also == | |||
[[Kingdom of the Outlands]] | |||
[[Society for Creative Anachronism]] | |||
[[Outlands Baronies and Shires]] | |||
== External Links == | |||
[https://citadel.outlands.org/ Official Website of the Barony of the Citadel of the Southern Pass] | |||
Revision as of 09:57, 24 July 2025
Barony of the Citadel of the Southern Pass
The Barony of the Citadel of the Southern Pass is a barony within the Kingdom of the Outlands, part of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA). It is located in the modern-day counties of El Paso and Hudspeth in Texas. It is notable as the only portion of Texas not belonging to the Kingdom of Ansteorra.
Heraldry
The registered arms of the Barony of the Citadel of the Southern Pass are: Azure, masoned argent, a goblet within a laurel wreath and a chief embattled Or. This device symbolizes the Citadel’s strength, hospitality, and connection to the arts and community.
History
The Citadel was founded on October 1st, A.S. XVII (1983 CE) while the Outlands was still a principality of the Kingdom of Atenveldt. The first Baron and Baroness were Sir Jochen von Balduinseck and Mistress Monika von Zell, invested by King Christopher and Queen Constance of Atenveldt. It became the fourth barony to be founded in what would become the Kingdom of the Outlands.
The Citadel was once styled "The Gateway to the Crown Lands of Argonia," encompassing all Outlands territory not claimed by another kingdom from the Mexican border south to Tierra del Fuego. Though unofficial, this made the Citadel one of the largest territories in the Known World, in theory.
It is the home of several notable firsts in the Outlands, including:
The Premier Laurel of the Outlands
The Premier of the Queen’s Cypher of the Outlands
The Premier of the Stag & Chalice
The Citadel is also the home of two of the last Princes of the Principality of the Outlands before it achieved kingdom status.
Baronial Succession
Baron Jochen von Balduinseck and Countess Monika von Zell (10/1/83 – 3/19/88)
Baron Ruter Rotbart von Rottenburg and Duchess Morgana of Land’s End (3/19/88 – 4/3/91)
Baron Gareth of Gryffon’s Nest and Baroness Signy von Velden (4/3/91 – 10/9/93)
Viscount Ian Domhnall and Viscountess Charitee Julienne duBois (10/9/93 – 11/16/96)
Vicomte Berold de Gilbert and Viscountess Bahiyyah bint Suhayl (11/16/96 – 4/28/01)
Baron Conrade du Montgomerie I and Baroness Leah de Montgomerie of Lark Hall I (4/28/01 – 1/17/04)
Baron Roger de Gilbert and Baroness Constance Warrock de Winandemere (1/17/04 – 3/4/06)
Baron Don Giovanni da Lucca and Baroness Muireann Ghlass inghean Faolan (3/4/06 – 3/29/08)
Baron Nikolaus von Stahlburg and Baroness Aine inghean Cormac (3/29/08 – 10/02/10)
Baron Conrade du Montgomerie II and Baroness Leah de Montgomerie of Lark Hall II (10/09/10 – 6/15/13)
Baron Christopher Devereux\ and Baroness Jamila al-Zuhayriyya (6/15/13 – 3/28/15)
Shayk Tariq Ibn Yusuf Ibn Askari Al Ghassani and Shayka Elieth De Salazar (3/28/15 – 4/13/19)
Baron Bernardo dei Medici (4/13/19 – 3/4/23)
Baron Carlos Nieto de Andrade and Baroness Joella of Blue Lion’s Keep (3/4/23 – present)
Saints of the Citadel
St. Edrik of the Citadel
St. Edrik, also known as Edrik Beroldsson, was a beloved figure within the Citadel and the son of Vicomte Berold de Gilbert and the Lady Shala Shalimpour. Known for his large nose and bright spirit, he was widely admired and eventually canonized after his untimely death.
He was the first Premier of the Queen's Cypher, squired to his father and later to Sir Conrade, and served the Citadel both on and off the field. After his passing, three miracles were attributed to him, leading to his canonization:
An enemy weapon turning into straw during battle
An apparition helping free a wagon stuck on a rock
A ghostly nose deflecting a blow during a tournament
St. Edrik is the Patron Saint of Squires and Children with Extremely Large Noses. His feast day is celebrated every day of the year, with no fasting days. His relics include his dagger, one boot, and signet ring. The Militant Order of the Knights of St. Edrik continues to honor his legacy.
Device: Per pale embattled sable and argent, crusilly couped gules, in dexter chief a horse’s head couped argent.
See Also
Society for Creative Anachronism
External Links
Official Website of the Barony of the Citadel of the Southern Pass