Shire of Draca Mor
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| Ermine, within a serpent-headed torc opening to chief vert surmounted by a sword sable, a laurel wreath vert. | |
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| Founded: | A.S. XIX |
| Modern location | |
| Grand Junction, CO and surrounding areas | |
Shire of Draca Mor
The Shire of Draca Mor is a branch of the Kingdom of the Outlands, located in Grand Junction, Colorado. The shire also includes members from surrounding areas such as Glenwood Springs, Aspen, Marble, Montrose, and Delta.
Draca Mor was originally part of the Kingdom of Atenveldt, with its name registered in January 1985 and its device registered in July 1986: Ermine, within a serpent-headed torc opening to chief vert surmounted by a sword sable, a laurel wreath vert. In 2015, the branch was transferred from the Kingdom of Artemisia to the Outlands.
Activities and Events
Draca Mor is active in community education and outreach, regularly participating in public demonstrations and local events. One of their notable recurring events is The Mor You Know, a day of classes and demos focused on various medieval and Viking Age arts. Past sessions have included instruction in Viking bone flute, leather tooling, Younger Futhark runes, and illumination techniques. Rapier practice is also offered, depending on marshal availability.
Members of Draca Mor have also participated in events such as the Valhalla Viking Festival in partnership with local institutions like the Garfield County Public Library, where they offer demonstrations on Viking-era crafts, instruments, clothing, and lifestyle.
External Links
Official Website of the Shire of Draca Mor