Fall Crown Tournament, AS LX (2025)
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| Date | October 26, 2025 |
| Location | Kingdom of the Outlands |
| Hosted by | Their Majesties Simon and Aria |
| Event type | Crown Tournament |
| Prince | Hrothger Monomakh |
| Princess | Ingriðr Rauðkinn |
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.
Points of Interest
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 and Reine Aria at Summer Coronation AS 60.
At Saturday evening court, Mistress Angel d'Auvergne was heralded in by Buggius dei Medici.
| Representative | Peerage Spoken For | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Duncan Alastair MacRae | Order of Chivalry | |
| Baroness Adelaisa Bernois | Order of the Laurel | |
| Mistress Mary of Lyonshall | Order of the Pelican | |
| Sir Rand the Tracker of Oak Hollow | Order of the Mark | Present, but read by THL Meadbh due to illness |
| Duke Iohann miles cognomine Vulpes | Royal Peers | |
| Master Antoine de Vallier | Order of Defense | |
| THL Cecilia Caterina da Firenze | Populace |
After swearing fealty, Mistress Angel received a medallion bearing the symbol of the laurel wreath. She was also gifted a crown in the style of a laurel wreath. Her scroll was the work of Countess Elizabeth Karian of the Four Winds.
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 | Group 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 who performed two bardic renditions of folklore. 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.