Barony of Caerthe
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| Or, a laurel wreath vert and a chief embattled sable. | |
| Information | |
|---|---|
| Founded: | A.S. VII |
| In Kingdom: | Kingdom of the Outlands |
| Baron: | The Honorable Lord Dubhghall mac Gille Easbaig |
| Baroness: | Countess Ansteys Darcy |
| Modern location | |
| Denver, CO and surrounding areas | |
Overview
The Barony of Caerthe is a branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) located within the Kingdom of the Outlands. The Barony encompasses Denver and the surrounding area in central Colorado.
Heraldry
The blazon for Caerthe's heraldry is as follows:
- Or, a laurel wreath vert and a chief embattled sable
Caerthe's populace badge is unique in its distinction from it's primary heraldry, displaying Ivy leaves rather than a laurel.
Location and Groups
Founded in A.S. XXII. May still be active.
The Canton of Ravenhyrst is associated with Aurora, Parker, Franktown, Kiowa, Elbert, Bennett, and Elizabeth, Colorado. The last updated to their website was on December 1, 2019 in which it was announced that their seneschal would be stepping down. The announcement made mention that if a new seneschal was not found, the canton would no longer meet the requirements to stay active.
According to the Outlands College of Heralds, the name "Canton of Readstan" was registered in March of 2007.
The College of Scola Metallorum is associated with the Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colorado and primarily focuses on fencing.
The College of Three Spires was associated with Metropolitan State College in Denver, Colorado.
History
The Barony of Caerthe is the oldest in the Outlands and the seventh barony to be created in Society.
Baronial Succession
| Term | Title(s) | Name(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 9/20/70 – 4/1/76 | Baroness | Judith de Beaumont |
| 5/29/77 – 3/18/78 | Vicar & Vicaress | Bren Malokai the Wanderer & Amber |
| 3/18/78 – 8/2/82 | Baron | Theodric ap Breken Beaken |
| 8/2/82 – 1/8/83 | Vicar | Daffyd of Emmett |
| 1/8/83 – 1/7/84 | Baron | Theodric ap Breken Beaken |
| 1/4/84 – 1/5/85 | Baron & Baroness | Nicholas DeKane & Katherine Linnet Holford |
| 1/5/85 – 6/4/88 | Baroness | Katherine Linnet Holford |
| 6/4/88 – 10/2/88 | Baron & Baroness | Douglas MacAndrew & Katherine Linnet Holford |
| 10/2/88 – 5/8/93 | Baron & Baroness | Douglas MacAndrew & Keridwen Gwennmarch |
| 5/8/93 – 5/6/95 | Baroness | Tess of the Crossings |
| 5/6/95 – 12/2/95 | Baron & Baroness | Athelstan of Bainbridge & Tess of the Crossings |
| 12/2/95 – 4/14/96 | Baron & Baroness (Crown) | Artan & Aziza |
| 4/14/96 – 1/8/00 | Baron & Baroness | Walter Kempe of Falconhold & Fiachra ni Ciardhubhain |
| 1/8/00 – 7/7/01 | Baron | Maelgwyn McCain |
| 7/7/01 – unknown | Baron & Baroness | Kerold Hoegaarden & Chiara della Luna |
| 1/04/?? – 9/06/?? | Baron & Baroness | Sir Ramon the Chronologer known as Kronos & Lady Catherine de Northwood |
| 9/06 – 5/07 (†) | Baron | Patric of Blackthorn |
| 9/06/?? – ??? | Baroness | THL Mary of Blakthorn |
| ??/??/?? – Current | Baron & Baroness | THL Dubhghall mac Gille Easbaig & Countess Ansteys Darcy
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| 1/3/2026-Current | Baron & Baroness | Tahir al-Razi & Rivka Vladimirovna Rivkina |
Blackthorn Bards
| Number | Bard | When Selected | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jethro Stille | ||
| 2 | Julyan Claybrook | ||
| 3 | Cilléne mac Conghalaigh | ||
| 4 | Medb Dúinfeichín | ||
| 5 | Catrin von Berlin | ||
| 6 | Pettronella Pártaszövõ | ||
| 7 | Jethro Stille | ||
| 8 | Genevieve Darroch | ||
| 9 | Unknown | ||
| 10 | Elizabeth Winter | 2019 | |
| 11 | Otto of Côte du Ciel | ||
| 12 | Bryngerðr Þiðreksdóttir | ||
| 13 | Mearcstapa (of Caerthe) | 2025 | |
| 14 | Sophia Rares | One Thousand and Twelfth Night, 1-3-2026 A.S. 60 |
Court and Champions
| Champion | Year |
|---|---|
| Arwen Southernwood | 2000 |
| Mearcstapa (of Caerthe) | 2025 |
Officers
Culture
Blackthorn Bard
The Blackthorn Bard is Caerthe's baronial bard typically selected through competition at various events. The role is named in memoriam of Patric of Blackthorn.
Awards
Caerthe's chartered awards include:
Aspen of Caerthe: Award for service to the barony.
Black Glove of Caerthe: Award for combined talent in heavy fighting, rapier fighting and arts & sciences.
Cordon of Honor of Caerthe: Award for personal service to the Baron and Baroness,
Coronet's Smile of Caerthe: Award for excellence in service, fighting, or for general positive demeanor.
Dreamer's Cup of Caerthe: Award for exemplary display of chivalry, gentility, nobility and authenticity.
Gilded Leaf of Caerthe: Award for excellence in arts & science.
Green Tree of Caerthe: Award for youth.
Jubilant Pride of Caerthe: Award for joyful and positive demeanor.
Keystone of Caerthe: Award for 20+ years of sustained service to the barony.
Order of Evan Mawr of Caerthe: Award for those who inspire others to pursue the Dream.
Order of Excellence of Caerthe: Award for embodying the ideals of the Society, hospitality, valor, and integrity.
Pilgrim of Caerthe: Order for distinguishing oneself in foreign wars.
Sable Destrier of Caerthe: Award for achievement in equestrian arts.
Sable Lion of Caerthe: Award for exceptional abilities in martial arts.