Barony of Caerthe
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| Or, a laurel wreath vert and a chief embattled sable. | |
| Information | |
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| Founded: | A.S. VII |
| In Kingdom: | Kingdom of the Outlands |
| Baron: | Tahir al-Razi |
| Baroness: | Rivka Vladimirovna Rivkina |
| 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 | Tenure | 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 | Crevin | ||
| 10 | Elizabeth Winter | 2019 | |
| 11 | Otto of Côte du Ciel | ||
| 12 | Bryngerðr Þiðreksdóttir | ||
| 13 | Mearcstapa (of Caerthe) | 2025 | |
| 14 | Sophia Rares | Selected One Thousand and Twelfth Night, 1-3-2026 A.S. 60 |
A.S. 59 Twelfth Night
Twelfth Night A.S. 59 took place on January 4, 2025 under the reign of King Hawk & Queen Adrien and featured the elevations of Lydia of the Pines, Alasdair MacDubhghaill the Scot, Anne Elizabeth Morley, and Andreas von Meißen. The event was "Crossroads of Constantinople" themed. Then Crown Prince Zachariah & Crown Princess Mariana were in attendance. The event also featured a competing teams structure with each attendee given the choice of other green team or blue team. Points were earned through volunteering, class participation, and playing various games on site. It was announced at evening court that blue team won.
Elevation of Lydia of the Pines
Lydia of the Pines was elevated to the Order of the Laurel in morning court.
Elevation of Alasdair MacDubhghaill the Scot
Alasdair MacDubhghaill the Scot was elevated to the Order of the Pelican during morning court.
Elevation of Andreas von Meißen
Andreas von Meißen was elevated during evening court.
A.S. 60 Twelfth Night
The Twelfth Night winter feast in A.S. 60 took place on January 3, 2026 under the reign of Roi Simon & Rein Aria de Chatillon. This event was notable for hosting the investiture of Tahir al-Razi and Rivka Vladimirovna Rivkina as Baron and Baroness and the elevations of Hayashi Yo'ichirou Norikata and Sixtus Goetz.
Elevation of Sixtus Goetz
Sixtus Goetz was first offered elevation to the Order of Chivalry at Jotunnstaor II on September 13, 2025 A.S. 60. His vigil was held on site during the morning of A.S. 60 Twelfth Night.
Sixtus was heralded into court by Miguel Sebastian da Oporto and escorted by Anneka Mikaelsdóttir. His ceremony began with the returning of his squire belt to his mentor. After returning the belt, his mentor cut his arms from the belt to symbolize Sixtus' release from service as a squire.
| Speaker | Group |
|---|---|
| Michaelangelo Francesco di Genoa | Chivalry |
| Thorsteinn Vandringsmann | Laurel |
| Christine Woayde | Pelican |
| Miguel Sebastian da Oporto | Defense |
| Rand the Tracker of Oak Hollow | Mark |
| Iohann miles cognomine Vulpes | Royal Peer |
| Florie Edde of Braemar | Populous |
Sixtus elected to participate in The Buffet tradition. His scroll was the work of Cecilia Caterina da Firenze.
Elevation of Hayashi Yo'ichirou Norikata
Hayashi Yo'ichirou Norikata was first offered elevation to the Order of the Laurel at Jotunnstaor II on September 13, 2025 A.S. 60.
His elevation began with several individuals passing out packets of snacks and white paper lanterns suspended from dowels to the assembled populace. He was heralded into court by Æva Dyer and [PERSON]. The procession featured someone puppeteering a large, stylized stag's head attached to which was a long train of blue fabric. After processing, the stag's head was stationed at the front of the aisle with the train draped to resemble a river.
| Speaker | Group |
|---|---|
| Finn Ua Briain | Chivalry |
| Gwenhwyvar ferch Tewdrig | Laurel |
| Nerienda of Elmet | Pelican |
| Jorundr Sylfuson | Defense |
| Karma Tinzin Khandro | Mark |
| Ansteys Darcy | Royal peers |
Hayashi collaborated with Blue Iris Herald Gráinne Shocair to have a specially written ceremony. His scroll was the work of Anne Elizabeth Morley.
Court and Champions
| Champion | Year |
|---|---|
| Arwen Southernwood | 2000 |
| Mearcstapa (of Caerthe) | 2025 |
Warlord of Caerthe
| Warlord | Term |
|---|---|
| Sigmund Traeskeg | 09/1978 to 09/1979 |
| Alwyne the Sinistral | 09/1979 to 09/1980 |
| Nicolas de Kane | 09/1980 to 09/1981 |
| Alwyn the Sinistral | 09/1981 to 09/1982 |
| Aton von Varro | 09/1982 to 09/1983 |
| Odan der Halogaland | 09/1983 to 09/1984 |
| Mika Longbow | 09/1984 to 09/1985 |
| Ebel Johannson | 09/1985 to 09/1986 |
| Hagen Silverskull | 09/1986 to 09/1987 |
| Giovanni di Sienna | 09/1987 to 09/1988 |
| Verron | 09/1988 to 09/1989 |
| Irel Krist of Starre Inn | 09/1989 to 09/1990 |
| Aleyn James Douglas | 09/1990 to 09/1991 |
| Alexandre D' Avignon | 09/1991 to 09/1992 |
| Robert of the Mountains | 09/1992 to 09/1993 |
| Maelgwyn McCain | 09/1993 to 09/1994 |
| Ramon the Chronologer (Kronos) | 09/1994 to 09/1995 |
| John Angus Swinford | 09/1995 to 09/1996 |
| Kerold Hoegaarden | 09/1996 to 09/1997 |
| Talan Mawr | 09/1997 to 09/1998 |
| Grellan o' Conchbhair | 09/1998 to 09/1999 |
| Kerold Hoegaarden | 09/1999 to 09/2000 |
| Otaktay | 09/2000 to 09/2001 |
| Vladimir Ivanovich | 09/2001 to 09/2002 |
| Cadfarch ap Nir Caerleon | 09/2002 to 09/2003 |
| Ingvarr Halverson | 09/2003 to 09/2004 |
| Griffith of Barrowhaven | 09/2004 to 09/2005 |
| Shawn Leopald Sterling | 09/2005 to 09/2006 |
| Ronan Supelach | 09/2006 to 09/2007 |
| Tahir al Razi | 09/2007 to 09/2008 |
| Robert Magnus | 09/2008 to 09/2009 |
| Alverik Czypser | 09/2009 to 09/2010 |
| Gabe Robertsson | 09/2010 to 09/2011 |
| Taver | 09/2011 to 09/2012 |
| Albrecht of Trier | 09/2012 to 09/2013 |
| Pai Wei Lung | 09/2013 to 09/2014 |
| Lief Daleson | 09/2014 to 09/2015 |
| Ronan Supelach | 09/2015 to 09/2016 |
| Griffith atte Derndyngle | 09/2016 to 09/2017 |
| Iohann der Vuhs | 09/2017 to 05/2019 |
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.