Al-Barran Midwinter AS LX (2025)

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al-Barran Midwinter & War Practice, AS LX (2025)
Date December 20–21, 2025
Location Barony of al-Barran (Albuquerque, NM)
Event Steward [[
Event type Midwinter Feast / War Practice
Baroness Adrianna de Tarente

Overview

The al-Barran Midwinter & War Practice is scheduled for December 20–21, AS LX (2025) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The event celebrates Medieval Germanic Yuletide traditions, including the burning of a Yule log and the Ceremony of Lights, followed by a day of heavy combat preparation for the upcoming 2026 war season.

The event is hosted under the reign of King Simon and Queen Aria, with the Saturday festivities held at the Ballut Abyad Shrine Center and Sunday’s War Practice at the Menaul School.

Activities and Points of Interest

The Saturday portion of the event focuses on Yule traditions and community merriment. Key highlights include:

  • The Yule Log: A traditional burning of the log accompanied by wishes for the new year.
  • Ceremony of Lights: A grand procession designed to “banish the gloom of winter.”
  • Fell Beast Visit: A rumored appearance of a mischievous winter creature.
  • The Yule Tree: Populace members are invited to trim the tree with symbols of life and hope, including hand-painted ornaments from the A&S station.

Arts and Sciences

The Arts and Sciences area, located in the Fez Club, features several drop-in workshops and structured classes:

  • Scribal Workshop: Skill-building and instructional feedback.
  • Fiber Arts Playground: An open space for spinning, weaving, and embroidery.
  • History of Printed Textiles: A presentation and hands-on block printing workshop using Speedball inks.
  • Heraldic Consultations: Hosted by Master Aethelwulf.
  • Roman Makeup: A workshop and demonstration with Lady Aurelia.
  • Games of Chance: Friendly competition hosted by Noble Arelon.

War Practice

Sunday’s activities at the Menaul School are dedicated to martial prowess in preparation for War of the Phoenix and Gulf Wars. The practice allows the combatants of the Outlands to repair harnesses and refine tactics for the 2026 season. Peerage circles are held at the pleasure of Their Majesties during the morning hours.

Feast

The Midwinter Feast is served family-style with a focus on traditional German cuisine, overseen by the Baronial culinary team.

Midday Repast:

  • Beef or elk goulash
  • Vegetable lentil soup
  • Leek onion peasant soup with fresh bread

Evening Menu:

  • Soup: Spargelcremesuppe (cream of white asparagus) or onion leek peasant soup
  • Main: Pork schnitzel with Jaeger mushroom sauce or potato and onion latkes (VG/GF)
  • Sides: Spaetzle with butter, Gurkensalat (cucumber dill), Rothkohlsalat (pickled red cabbage), and steamed broccoli
  • Dessert: Apple strudel with warm custard or gluten-free apfelkuchen

Court and Recognitions

During the Saturday and Sunday courts, Their Majesties recognized numerous gentles for their service, skill, and contributions to the Kingdom.

The following awards and honors were given over the course of the event:

Awards and Recognitions
Recipient Award Notes
Adrienna de Tarente [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Aiofe of al-Barran [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Anthoine Leroux [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Ays’e al-Rumiyya [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Bo Dach [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Christine Woayde [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Constantine Cortez [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Corbin de Heather [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Diettrich Von Stuttgart [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Douglass Elspeth Mackintosh [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Dragoslava Ikonnikova [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Ealusaid of Ardrenk [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Fay of al-Barran [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Gareth Lightborne [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Genoveva Meyer [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Guy Herbert of Roteland [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Hannah of al-Barran [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Iago Redbeard [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Inea al-Andulusiyya [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Isibeal Macghillemhoire [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Joella of Lyonsgate [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Jose Taberna de Torquemada [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Khadijah bint Zamir [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Karma Tinzin Khandro [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Kata utama Geirr [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Kawahashi No Shintaro Yoskikatsu [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Lorccan Ruad mac Uilliam [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Nezhdakha Katrusha Vydrinskoi [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Nicolae Rares [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Phaidra of Phaestos [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Salina Toresdottir [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Sharon of the Roses [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Sophie Rares [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Thorlein Knochenhauer [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Tilla Chandler [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Ursula die Taube [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Wilhelm von Osnabruck [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]
Wulfilas Raedwulfs sunu [Award Name] [Scribe/Notes]

Elevations

A significant portion of the event is dedicated to the elevation of several gentles to the Peerage.

Sir Lycus of the Outlands

Lycus of the Outlands is to be elevated to the Order of Chivalry.

Peers speaking for Lycus
Representative Group Spoken For
[Name] Order of Chivalry
[Name] Order of the Laurel
[Name] Order of the Pelican
[Name] Order of Defense
[Name] Order of the Mark
[Name] Royal Peers

Master Batu Mongo

Batu Mongo is to be elevated to the Order of the Pelican.

Peers speaking for Batu Mongo
Representative Group Spoken For
[Name] Order of Chivalry
[Name] Order of the Laurel
[Name] Order of the Pelican
[Name] Order of Defense
[Name] Order of the Mark
[Name] Royal Peers

Master Edric Capellarius

Edric Capellarius is to be elevated to the Order of the Pelican.

Peers speaking for Edric
Representative Group Spoken For
[Name] Order of Chivalry
[Name] Order of the Laurel
[Name] Order of the Pelican
[Name] Order of Defense
[Name] Order of the Mark
[Name] Royal Peers

Mordygan Mac Gregor and Ymanie the Midwife

Mordygan Mac Gregor and Ymanie the Midwife are to be elevated to the Order of the Laurel.

Peers speaking for Mordygan and Ymanie
Representative Group Spoken For
[Name] Order of Chivalry
[Name] Order of the Laurel
[Name] Order of the Pelican
[Name] Order of Defense
[Name] Order of the Mark
[Name] Royal Peers

Mikhail Luchnyk

Mikhail Luchnyk is to be elevated to the Order of the Mark.

Peers speaking for Mikhail
Representative Group Spoken For
[Name] Order of Chivalry
[Name] Order of the Laurel
[Name] Order of the Pelican
[Name] Order of Defense
[Name] Order of the Mark
[Name] Royal Peers
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