The Court Report of their Excellencies; Thalia Papillon and Magnus de Lyons, Baroness and Baron of the Rhydderich Hael, held at The Festival of the Passing of the Ice Dragon in the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael April 5, 2025, AS 59 reported by Baroness Miriel du Lac Ice Dragon Pursuivant.
Their Excellencies welcomed the populace and thanked them for their attendance.
Their Excellencies thanked Their Majesties and Highnesses for attending the Event and gifted them with Gift Baskets filled with some artisans work and delights of the region.
Ustät Abdullah al-Rashid and Lijsbet Hoefman, the autocrats of the event are called into court, to speak of the event and the Martial activities.
First the Marshal of the Youth Martial Activities Baron Andriú mac Domnaill was welcomed to court. He described the tourney and the prowess of the young people who participated. He then called for the winner of the Youth Overall Tourney and Youth Chivalry Tourney, Demitri. He was recognized with two scrolls. Overall Scroll by Govindi Dera Ghazi Khan Ilum, Zofia Kowalewska words and Calligraphy. Chivalry Scroll by Cvria Epicvrivs Ilum and Words, Zofia Kowalewska Calligraphy.
Next the Winner of the Single Weapon Heavy Tourney run by Sir Sextus Plinius Callidus was called forward, Duke Thomas Byron of Haverford. His skill was heralded and declared great when he was also found to be the winner of the Heavy Overall Tourney! Div. 1 Scroll by Cvria Epicvrivs Ilum, Zofia Kowalewska Words, Katherine Kersey Calligraphy. Overall Scroll by Thalia Papillon Ilum, Cvria Epicvrivs words, Zofia Kowalewska Calligraphy.
The herald then called for the winner of the 2 Weapon Heavy Tourney, Sir Richard Larmer. Their Excellencies spoke of his outstanding skills in the list and awarded him a scroll. Scroll by Cvria Epicvrivs Ilum, Zofia Kowalewska Words, Katherine Kersey Calligraphy.
The Rapier Marshal for the Event Lord Marcos Baltanas came forward and spoke of the days Rapier Tournies. But first he spoke of a Prize never given for the tourney last year. Don Salvadore de la Torres was called into court and he was presented with his “scroll” , a wooden shield painted with the likeness of The Mighty Trogdor. Scroll by Marcos Baltanas and Eldara de la Luna
Award given their excellencies asked of the Rapier tourney winner for this year A.S. 59. , and Don Robert MacEwin was called before Their Excellencies as the Rapier Tourney Winner. He was awarded a shield scroll as well. Scroll by Marcos Baltanas and Eldara de la Luna
Lord Marcos spoke of a prize for a Rapier fighter chosen by the Marchals, known as The Commander’s Choice Award. Lord Marcos called forward Lord Gideon le Jars. He too was awarded a Shield Scroll. Scroll by Marcos Baltanas and Eldara de la Luna
Ustät Abdullah al-Rashid and Lijsbet Hoefman were asked to step before Their Excellencies. They were thanked for their service running the event and gifted dragon necklaces.
Then Dame Eleanore Godwin was called into court. Their Excellencies spoke of her skill with the bow and thrown weapons over the years in the Society. Because of this they wished to welcome her into the order of the Dragons Combatant. The Order was asked to stand and acknowledge their new member, Dame Eleanore was awarded a scroll. Scroll by Cvria Epicvrivs illum, and Zofia Kowalewska words and Calligraphy.
Their Excellencies asked that Lord Éadaoin Ruadh join them in court. Their Excellencies spoke of Eadaoin’s work in the Bardic community, how Eadaoin’s skill with words and song inspired many people in the barony and kingdom. For this they inducted Lord Eadaoin into the Order of the Golden Bee, and awarded her a scroll. Scroll by Maeve ni Siurtain Illum, Thalia Papillon words, Katherine Kersey Calligraphy.
Lady Lijsbet Hoefman was called into court, their Excellencies spoke of her outstanding service to the Barony. She had taken on the job of Web Minister, Baronial Chronicler, and Deputy Seneschal in her first few years. For this their Excellencies induct her into the Order of the Dragons Concordium and award her a scroll. Scroll by Mairin ONiallain Ilum, Thalia Papillon words, and Zofia Kowalewska Calligraphy.
Then Their Excellencies called for the presence of Lord Davin ap Einion and Lady Nycalse d’Ozier la Tailleresse. Their Excellencies spoke of how these gentles had helped their neighbors during a fire, and how this kindness was something to be lauded in the Barony. Their Excellencies awarded Lord Davin and Lady Nycalse Hael Stones.
Now was time to speak of the Pentathalon, so the Pentocrat Dame Edith of Winterton came forward to speak.
The Third Place Pentathlon Winner was Lady Eudoxia Antonia, she was awarded a scroll. Scroll by Br Bobby Illum, Eleanore Godwin Words and Calligraphy.
The Second Place Pentathlon Winner was Lady Birna Hakadottir, she was awarded a scroll. Scroll by Govindi Dera Ghazi Khan Illum, Br. Bobby Words, Zofia Kowalewska Calligraphy.
And The First Place Pentathlon Winner was Magnifica Fede di Fiore, for her beautiful 16th Century Venetian Ensemble. She was awarded a scroll. Scroll by Maeve ni Siurtain Illum, Caleb Reynolds Words, Zofia Kowalewska Calligraphy.
Magnifica Fede di Fiore was then awarded Their Majesties Choice, Their Majesties spoke of her impressive skills with cloth and art, and she was awarded a scroll. Scroll by Sthurrim Caithnes Illum, Zofia Kowalewska Words and Calligraphy.
Then called forward was Baron Rhion Elandris of Glyndyfrdwy, and Rhion was awarded Their Highnesses Choice. Their Highnesses told Rhion how they enjoyed the outstanding painting of Medieval art and characters on wooden pieces that Rhion had submitted. Rhino was awarded a scroll. Scroll by Caleb Reynolds Illum and Words, Zofia Kowalewska Calligraphy.
Their Excellencies asked that Lady Catalina Diaz join them in court. The spoke of her breathtaking art and awarded her Baronial Choice. She was given a scroll. Scroll by Cacht Inghean Ui Cheithernaig Illum, Thalia Papillon Words, Zofia Kowalewska Calligraphy.
Their Excellencies called forward Rebekah. They spoke of her advancements on the Range of Archery, and she was awarded an Archery Rank Badge for her Royal Round scores.
As their last piece of business Her Excellency wanted to Acknowledge a member of her populace, she asked that Anna Walker join them in court. She spoke of Anna’s help at the event and her enthusiasm in the past few weeks and gifted her a token.
Having no further business their Excellencies court was closed.