Court of Their Most Stellar Highnesses, Imperial Governor Gaius Niklos and Princess Aramanthra the Vicious, Boar’s Head, December 8th 2001.
Change of Officer—Polaris Herald
*the "Order of the Sith" (Northshield Heralds march forth cloaked in black as the crowd hums "dum dum dum da da dum da da dum")
Decimus (sp?) of Mistig Waetru comes forth dressed in full Roman Armor to which the Imperial Governor says "[You] are a GOOD citizen!" He hands the Imperial Governor tribute in the form of Roman Coins. "It is good to be the Imperial Governor"
Change of Officer—Chatelaine Deanora Di Cellini (sp?) stepping up.
Young Vicious Horde is called forth. They made their first appearance at Fall Coronet and were charged to rid the Principality of squirrels. That day, images of squirrels on most precious paper had been hidden randomly throughout the site which the Young Vicious Horde was to seek out and destroy. However, they had missed one of the "evil vermin"—the one which had hid in Her Dread Highness' own chamber-so she punished them—They were told that they must eat their veggies, drink water, and learn to read and write. At Boar’s Head, squirrels had again been hidden, only this time on blue paper. The blue squirrel is the totem animal of a local household and members of the household were called forth to speak on the squirrels’ behalf. The household proclaimed that these squirrels were "horribly undevious" and asked that the "queen of squirrel training, HE Eleshava" assist in the training of these squirrels. Upon hearing this, HSH Gaius Niklos leaped from the stellar throne and cried "My own daughter!" His thoughts were echoed by HSH Aramanthra—"you are SO going to your room" When emotions were calmed, the Imperial Governor asked in what way these squirrels were to be trained. The answer—to hide from His Highness as good squirrels should. This was a "good answer!" Before the YVH was sent on their way, His Royal Highness Valharic asked if he could have one of the wayward squirrels. As he flipped through the pages he cried, "its like they’re moving", before choosing one, folding it into a paper airplane, and launching it into the crowd. (Flying Squirrel) Ba Dum Ching
And the call from the Herald cries out across the room "Paging Doctor Joc McKee". Joc had won by his skill the tourney for the Princess’ Sleeve and would serve as Her Highness’ Rapier Champion. A round of "quacks" was issued forth from the audience as he took his place behind the Stellar Thrones.
Lady Tatiana came forth to announce the results of the raffle $572. There had been too many items, and she was pleased by the "overwhelming generosity"
AOA—Liz of Lub Siochail (accepted on her behalf by Mami Mami)
AOA—Peter Ayleward (accepted on his behalf by Baroness Josceline)
AOA—Michael St. Christian. He had been recommended "EN MASSE" and Her Highness said that "a good feast-o-crat is highly appreciated on a very personal level"
As Lord Michael St. Christian, stepped away from the Stellar thrones the Imperial Governor cried, "Herald, Stop that Man!" and Lord Michael was again called before their Highnesses to be entered into the Order of the Iron Watch. Their Highnesses explained that they weren’t kidding when they said that he had been recommended "en masse" and that they wanted to wait for the perfect time to award him with the Order. HE Aramanthra explained that "three rows back was right and fitting"
Lord Otto Volkmar Tannhauser was entered into the Order of the Northern Cross for his work as a chirugeon. Roughly quoted, "he does this in real life and chooses to do so in the SCA as well rather than running screaming in the opposite direction"
Lord Arnbjorn (the former Principality Chatelaine) was also given the Northern Cross
Baroness Josecline accepted an Order of the Crwth on behalf of Diana Teasdale
Baron Adrien accepted an Order of the Crwth on behalf of Ysolt du Chebaux (sp)
For this next portion, I do apologizing for failing to get the names of the gentles by they were said to quickly for me to write them down. These gentles were called into court and told that since "no gold watch" was given for term in the SCA they declared "living treasures of the Principality of Northshield" for their historic and continuing endeavors in all areas of service…they are shining examples for us all. Baroness Alice skipped back to her chair. (It was a very touching moment, and as such I didn’t catch all the needed details to do it justice—many apologies)
Court of Their Royal Majesties Ragnvaldr and Arabella
Their Majesties called forward the Orders of the Pelican, Laurel and the Chivalry to swear fealty. HRM faced beamed when she echoed "oathbreaking with vengence"
51 pints of blood were donated and the Red Cross wished to send their thanks
Kaylin Wolfsdottir was named a Dragon’s Treasure for running around like a crazy person and bringing Prince Valhalric donuts.
AOA—Joshua Silverstone
AOA—Meadhbh Winters
AOA—Reymond of Salisbury (accepted by Mistress Serena Holmes)
Red Company "Fall In"--Corydon Rathbone who was already a member of the Red Company was accepted instead into the Order of the Gold Mace
Kou no Toskikage—Order of the Cavendish Knot—was given a beautiful scroll—it was said that he was the first marshal of fence for his barony
Order of the Bronze Ring "Fall In"—Alexander of Manchester—he had been injured so someone accepted for him. HRM asked to meet him on the field.
Order of the Willow—Yehosua ben Yisrael—the award had been read into court at Coronation but as he was a dear friend They wanted to give it to him personally.
Josceline Levesque was called before Their Majesties (and as she had accepted for so many others the cry was sent out "or someone to accept for her"). She wished to beg a boon of their Majesties that Merouda Pendray be put on Vigil for the Order of the Laurel. This was met with a resounding "YES!" and she was called before court. (sans sock monkey)
Mistress Serena Holmes welcomed Baroness Daria Tayt into court for her elevation into the Order of the Pelican.
Baron and Baroness presented gifts to the Royalty.
The Imperial Governor asked, "Did everyone have a good time today? Regular little Barony we have here"
Valharic had some very touching words—that the "kingdom grows richer" and he was "touched and inspired" by what he saw and "shall return" (again at this point I was weepy and didn’t get everything word for word)
HRM Arabella called forth the scribes and gave them tokens of her appreciation
HRM Ragnvaldr thanked the populace for the "gifts and friendship you’ve given to the SCA…" and to the fighters he thanked them for treating Him with kindness and courtesy even though he usurped their time.