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Avacal

2026-04-05T04:26:51Z

Taletta: /* Events */

[[image:Avacal-new.gif|frame|right|70px|Avacal Arms.]]

The Kingdom of '''Avacal''' consists of the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, The Northwest Territories and parts of Eastern and Northern British Columbia. Formally a principality of the Kingdom of An Tir it was elevated to Kingdom status in June 2015.

== Device ==
* Blazon: Quarterly argent and Or, a griffon rampant, on a point pointed gules a crown within a laurel wreath Or.
* Quarterly argent and Or, a gryphon's head erased gules. (Populace badge)

== Our Royal Lineage ==
:: 19. [[Aiden ap Grendal and Issabbella Kendal of Raven’s Rift]] November 8, 2025 to May 17, 2026
:: 18. [[Hrogn Gunthersson and Ástríðr Arnbjarnardóttir]] May 17, 2025 to November 8, 2025
:: 17. [[Vik Vikingsson II & A'isha Rayhana al-Karim II]] November 16, 2024 to May 17, 2025
:: 16. [[John Wernarsson and Bailey‎]] May 18, 2024 to November 16, 2024
:: 15. [[Ellias Sliver II and Kiera II|Ellias Silver II and Kiera II]] November 11, 2023 to May 18, 2024
:: 14. [[Gunther Rorikson and Eyoddi Lokadottir]] May 20, 2023 to November 11, 2023
:: 13. [[Kvigr Ivarsson II and Svava Suanhuita II]] November 12, 2022 to May 20, 2023
:: 12. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Sadb Jófreysdóttir]] March 26, 2022 to November 12, 2022
:: 11. [[Vik Vikingsson and A'isha Rayhana al-Karim]] August 1, 2020 - March 26, 2022
:: 10. [[Ivar the Black II and Asney Grimolfrsdottir II]] November 16, 2019 - August 1, 2020
:: 9. [[Angar Skeggisson and Saxa Amelia Africana]] June 1, 2019 - November 16, 2019
:: 8. [[Fergus of Karlisle and Kora Kendal]] November 17, 2018 – June 1, 2019
:: 7. [[Ivar the Black and Asney Grimolfrsdottir]] June 2, 2018 – November 17, 2018
:: 6. [[Kvigr Ivarsson and Svava Suanhuita]] November 18, 2017 – June 2, 2018
:: 5. [[Ellias Silver and Kiera]] June 3, 2017 – November 18, 2017
:: 4. [[Albrecht von Rügen II and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa II]] November 19, 2016 to June 3, 2017
:: 3. [[Arnsbjorn Tiernanson and Inga in hraustliga]] July 2, 2016 to November 19, 2016
:: 2. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Hélène Charesse]] February 13, 2016 to July 2, 2016
:: 1. [[Albrecht von Rügen and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] June 27, 2015 to February 13, 2016

The line of Avacal Princes and Princesses can be found under [[Principality of Avacal]]

== History ==
[[Avacal Timeline]]
:Crown Principality in A.S. 26. It became a full principality in August of 31.
:Avacal became a Kingdom in A.S. 50, It's first King and Queen crowned June 27, 2015

== Events ==
* Kingdom Events
:[[Winter Crown]] - Usually in February
:[[Summer Coronation]] - Usually in May
:[[Fall Crown]] - Usually end of August/beginning of September
:[[Winter Coronation]] - Usually end of November
:[[Grand TUA]]

* Special Celebrations
:[[Avacal Summer Crown Tournament L/2015 | Avacal First Crown]]
:[[Avacal Summer Coronation L/2015 | Avacal First Coronation]]

*Others
:[[Quad War]]

*Principality Events
:[[Avacal February Investiture]]
:[[Avacal June Coronet Tournament]]
:[[Avacal August Investiture]]
:[[Avacal November Coronet Tournament]]

*For more branch events see [https://wiki.avacal.org/w/index.php/Category:Events Category:Events]

== Awards ==
[[image:Avacal Populous dadge on round.jpg| 1000x1000 |thumbnail|right|70px|Avacal Populous Badge]]

'''NON-ARMIGEROUS AWARDS'''
:[[Order of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown once per reign to an individual who emulates the ideals and embodies the essence of Avacal.

:[[Order of the White Tower of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who represented the Kingdom in an extraordinary way, in their chosen field, outside of Avacal.

:[[Award of the Griffins Agate]]: bestowed by the Crown to a child who has served Avacal in some form.

:[[Geselschaft des Adler of Avacal (The Order of the Eagle of Avacal)]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who is a shining example of chivalry and courtesy on a consistent basis.

:[[Order of the Sphinx and Cartouche]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in persona development and promoted historical authenticity.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING AN AWARD OF ARMS'''
:[[Award of Arms]] - Awarded by all Kingdoms. The Award of Arms (AoA) is given by their Majesties to those who have become recognized integrated participants in the Society. Their Majesties of An Tir have delegated authority to their Highnesses to award this to individuals within the Principality. It awards the right to bear arms (armigerous). Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize individuals who have become contributers to the society.

:[[Court Baronetcy]] may be offered by the Crown for outstanding efforts to the Kingdom. The titles of Court Baron and Court Baroness carry an Award of Arms.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING A GRANT OF ARMS'''

:[[Order of the Winged Lynx]]: Given for service and is bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has performed exemplary and substantial service to Avacal.

:[[Order of the Argent Flame]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates a high level of skill in the arts and science.

:[[Order of the Red Horse]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in equestrian within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Axe]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in heavy combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Rapier]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in rapier combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Grey Goose Shaft of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in archery within Avacal.

'''AWARDS CARRIED FORWARD FROM THE PRINCIPALITY OF AVACAL'''
- These awards are mostly given for a specific championship or event.

:[[Elder]] of Avacal: Given to those who have been Champions of the Principality(and Crown Principality or Region) of Avacal. The Order of the Elder of Avacal is given by Their Highnesses to individuals who have fulfilled their obligations as champion in their respected discipline. This award is given at Their Highnesses discretion. This award should not be submitted by the populace.

:[[Iron Maul]]: Given to the runner up in Champions Sword Tournament

:[[Iron Arrow]]: Given to the runner up in the Champion Arrows Tournament

:[[Iron Gauntlet]]: Given to the runner up in the Rapier Champion Tournament

'''RETIRED AWARDS'''
[[Principality of Avacal]]

== Branches of Avacal ==
:Shire of [[Ayresgarde]]
:Shire of [[Bordergate]]
:Barony of [[Borealis]]
:Barony of [[Montengarde]]
:Barony of [[Myrgan Wood]]
:Shire of [[Sigelhundas]]
:Shire of [[Valley Wold]]
:Shire of [[Vinjar]]
:Shire of [[Windwyrm]]

[https://jpnet.ca/data/other/travelchartavacal.html Travel time between branches] - Prepared by Master [[Thorvald Grimsson]]

== Kingdom Champions ==
Former Champions the [[Principality of Avacal]]

;Champions of Sword
:9. [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] May 17, 2025 to Present
:8. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Skane Tyrsson]] (Montengarde) May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Edward Vikinggson]] (Bordergate) March 26, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis) June 1, 2019 - March 26, 2022
:4. [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2018 - June 1, 2019
:3. [[Dmitrii Korsak]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2017 - June 3, 2018
:2. [[Kvigr Ivarsson]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2016 - June 3, 2017
:1. [[Ellias Silver]] (Montengarde) June 27, 2015 - July 2, 2016

;Champions of Arrows
:9. [[Freydis Birthesdottir]] May 17, 2025 - Present
:8. [[Sylvie Tofadottir]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Adam of the Camp]] May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Ayame Houjou]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV) through May 30, 2021 (AS LVI)
:4. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] (Borealis) Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII) through Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV)
:3. [[Roya of Montengarde]] (Montengarde) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII)
:2. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[James the Quixotic]] (Montengarde) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Rapier
:8. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:7. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Feb 20, 2022 - Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII)
:6. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - Feb 20, 2022
:5. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Beoaed O Dalaigh]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End) Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Feb 13, 2016 (AS L) through Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI)
:1. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Jan 17, 2015 (AS XLIX) through Feb 13, 2016 (AS L)

;Champions of Arts and Sciences
:7. [[Tova Asketill]] April 22, 2023 - TBD
:6. [[Coryn of the Wode]] (Borealis) July 2, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:5. [[Hlíf Angarsdottir]] May 19, 2019 - July 2, 2022
:4. [[Tomas de Courcy]] Apr 7, 2018 - May 19, 2019
:3. [[Dorothye Bolton]] Nov 18, 2017 - Apr 7, 2018
:2. [[Drífa at lækjarmóti]] Feb 13, 2016 - Nov 18, 2017
:1. [[Brangwayn Hesson the Everpresent]] Jan 17, 2015 - Feb 13, 2016

;Youth Champions
:7. [[Njord Swordbreaker]] (Borealis) July 30, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:6. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - July 30, 2022 (AS LVII)
:5. [[Ulrich Guntherson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Deamiana Sinadottir]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Wulfgar Angarsson]] (Borealis) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[Sigurd Arnsbjornsson]] (Borealis) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Bardic
:3. [[Aran Adamas]] (Ayresgarde) April 22, 2023 - TBD
:2. [[Thisbe Elysande La Blanchette]] (Ayresgarde) November 12, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:1. [[Medb Polestripper]] (Ayresgarde) Aug 31, 2019 (AS LIV)-November 12, 2022

== Links ==

* [https://newavacalwebtttwo.avacal.org/ Avacal Website]
* [http://www.heraldry.avacal.org/officer/herald.htm Herald Link]

==Officers==
* A list of past [[Principality Officers]]
* A list past and current [[Kingdom Officers]]
* [http://www.avacal.org/Lists/Officers/AllItems.aspx Current contact information and resources]

[[Category:Branch]]

The Order of the Horn & Bow

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Taletta: /* Members */

:'''Order of the Horn and Bow'''

When [[Avacal]] became a Kingdom many of the awards of [[Montengarde]] were updated to pass as a kingdom. To that end [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] did split the former Order of the [[Horns of the Minotaur]] into two streams.

The Order of the Horn and Bow is to be bestowed upon those individuals whose actions in the field of Archery best exemplify the pursuit of honour and glory in the name of the Barony of Montengarde and whose actions and leadership we as the populace can take pride in.

The wording of the First Scroll as crafted by Baron Peter:

:"Peter, Wise Baron, and Brangwayn, Elegant Baroness, to the populace, lords, peers, and sergeants of our lands, Greetings. Be it known that we have recognized the noble qualities of our subject; we have seen their ability to shoot, to teach, and to lead among Montengarde’s Archers. Thus it is our wish to enter ________________________ to the rolls of the Order of the Horn and Bow. Given with our esteem, this ____ day of ______________, AS ____."

== Members ==
::
As listed in Avacals OOP [http://heraldry.avacal.org/op/index.php?branchByName=0&ward=0&ward1=0&ward2=2053]
 
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As recorded in the Baronial Scribal records, last updated -- [[Althea Tambourri]] -- 14 January 2019 (CST)
 

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:[[Ellias Silver]] (Samhain, Nov 3 2018)
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:[[Quon Jien]] (Dragonslayer, July 14, 2018 the first member of the new Order.)

The Order of the Horn & Bow

2026-04-05T04:22:15Z

Taletta: /* Members */

:'''Order of the Horn and Bow'''

When [[Avacal]] became a Kingdom many of the awards of [[Montengarde]] were updated to pass as a kingdom. To that end [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] did split the former Order of the [[Horns of the Minotaur]] into two streams.

The Order of the Horn and Bow is to be bestowed upon those individuals whose actions in the field of Archery best exemplify the pursuit of honour and glory in the name of the Barony of Montengarde and whose actions and leadership we as the populace can take pride in.

The wording of the First Scroll as crafted by Baron Peter:

:"Peter, Wise Baron, and Brangwayn, Elegant Baroness, to the populace, lords, peers, and sergeants of our lands, Greetings. Be it known that we have recognized the noble qualities of our subject; we have seen their ability to shoot, to teach, and to lead among Montengarde’s Archers. Thus it is our wish to enter ________________________ to the rolls of the Order of the Horn and Bow. Given with our esteem, this ____ day of ______________, AS ____."

== Members ==
::
As listed in Avacals OOP [http://heraldry.avacal.org/op/index.php?branchByName=0&ward=0&ward1=0&ward2=2053]
 
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As recorded in the Baronial Scribal records, last updated --[[AltheaTambourri]] -- 14 January 2019 (CST)
 

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:[[Ellias Silver]] (Samhain, Nov 3 2018)
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:[[Quon Jien]] (Dragonslayer, July 14, 2018 the first member of the new Order.)

The Order of the Horn & Bow

2026-04-05T04:21:11Z

Taletta:

:'''Order of the Horn and Bow'''

When [[Avacal]] became a Kingdom many of the awards of [[Montengarde]] were updated to pass as a kingdom. To that end [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] did split the former Order of the [[Horns of the Minotaur]] into two streams.

The Order of the Horn and Bow is to be bestowed upon those individuals whose actions in the field of Archery best exemplify the pursuit of honour and glory in the name of the Barony of Montengarde and whose actions and leadership we as the populace can take pride in.

The wording of the First Scroll as crafted by Baron Peter:

:"Peter, Wise Baron, and Brangwayn, Elegant Baroness, to the populace, lords, peers, and sergeants of our lands, Greetings. Be it known that we have recognized the noble qualities of our subject; we have seen their ability to shoot, to teach, and to lead among Montengarde’s Archers. Thus it is our wish to enter ________________________ to the rolls of the Order of the Horn and Bow. Given with our esteem, this ____ day of ______________, AS ____."

== Members ==
::
As listed in Avacals OOP [http://heraldry.avacal.org/op/index.php?branchByName=0&ward=0&ward1=0&ward2=2053]
 
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As recorded in the Baronial Scribal records, last updated --[[User:AltheaTambourri|Althea Tambourri]] --[[User:Althea Tambourri|Althea Tambourri]] ([[User talk:Althea Tambourri|talk]]) 21:31, 14 January 2019 (CST)
 

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:[[Ellias Silver]] (Samhain, Nov 3 2018)
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:[[Quon Jien]] (Dragonslayer, July 14, 2018 the first member of the new Order.)

Avacal

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Taletta: /* Our Royal Lineage */

[[image:Avacal-new.gif|frame|right|70px|Avacal Arms.]]

The Kingdom of '''Avacal''' consists of the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, The Northwest Territories and parts of Eastern and Northern British Columbia. Formally a principality of the Kingdom of An Tir it was elevated to Kingdom status in June 2015.

== Device ==
* Blazon: Quarterly argent and Or, a griffon rampant, on a point pointed gules a crown within a laurel wreath Or.
* Quarterly argent and Or, a gryphon's head erased gules. (Populace badge)

== Our Royal Lineage ==
:: 19. [[Aiden ap Grendal and Issabbella Kendal of Raven’s Rift]] November 8, 2025 to May 17, 2026
:: 18. [[Hrogn Gunthersson and Ástríðr Arnbjarnardóttir]] May 17, 2025 to November 8, 2025
:: 17. [[Vik Vikingsson II & A'isha Rayhana al-Karim II]] November 16, 2024 to May 17, 2025
:: 16. [[John Wernarsson and Bailey‎]] May 18, 2024 to November 16, 2024
:: 15. [[Ellias Sliver II and Kiera II|Ellias Silver II and Kiera II]] November 11, 2023 to May 18, 2024
:: 14. [[Gunther Rorikson and Eyoddi Lokadottir]] May 20, 2023 to November 11, 2023
:: 13. [[Kvigr Ivarsson II and Svava Suanhuita II]] November 12, 2022 to May 20, 2023
:: 12. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Sadb Jófreysdóttir]] March 26, 2022 to November 12, 2022
:: 11. [[Vik Vikingsson and A'isha Rayhana al-Karim]] August 1, 2020 - March 26, 2022
:: 10. [[Ivar the Black II and Asney Grimolfrsdottir II]] November 16, 2019 - August 1, 2020
:: 9. [[Angar Skeggisson and Saxa Amelia Africana]] June 1, 2019 - November 16, 2019
:: 8. [[Fergus of Karlisle and Kora Kendal]] November 17, 2018 – June 1, 2019
:: 7. [[Ivar the Black and Asney Grimolfrsdottir]] June 2, 2018 – November 17, 2018
:: 6. [[Kvigr Ivarsson and Svava Suanhuita]] November 18, 2017 – June 2, 2018
:: 5. [[Ellias Silver and Kiera]] June 3, 2017 – November 18, 2017
:: 4. [[Albrecht von Rügen II and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa II]] November 19, 2016 to June 3, 2017
:: 3. [[Arnsbjorn Tiernanson and Inga in hraustliga]] July 2, 2016 to November 19, 2016
:: 2. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Hélène Charesse]] February 13, 2016 to July 2, 2016
:: 1. [[Albrecht von Rügen and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] June 27, 2015 to February 13, 2016

The line of Avacal Princes and Princesses can be found under [[Principality of Avacal]]

== History ==
[[Avacal Timeline]]
:Crown Principality in A.S. 26. It became a full principality in August of 31.
:Avacal became a Kingdom in A.S. 50, It's first King and Queen crowned June 27, 2015

== Events ==
* Kingdom Events
:[[Winter Crown]]
:[[Summer Coronation]]
:[[Fall Crown]]
:[[Winter Coronation]]
:[[Grand TUA]]

* Special Celebrations
:[[Avacal Summer Crown Tournament L/2015 | Avacal First Crown]]
:[[Avacal Summer Coronation L/2015 | Avacal First Coronation]]

*Others
:[[Quad War]]

*Principality Events
:[[Avacal February Investiture]]
:[[Avacal June Coronet Tournament]]
:[[Avacal August Investiture]]
:[[Avacal November Coronet Tournament]]

*For more branch events see [https://wiki.avacal.org/w/index.php/Category:Events Category:Events]

== Awards ==
[[image:Avacal Populous dadge on round.jpg| 1000x1000 |thumbnail|right|70px|Avacal Populous Badge]]

'''NON-ARMIGEROUS AWARDS'''
:[[Order of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown once per reign to an individual who emulates the ideals and embodies the essence of Avacal.

:[[Order of the White Tower of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who represented the Kingdom in an extraordinary way, in their chosen field, outside of Avacal.

:[[Award of the Griffins Agate]]: bestowed by the Crown to a child who has served Avacal in some form.

:[[Geselschaft des Adler of Avacal (The Order of the Eagle of Avacal)]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who is a shining example of chivalry and courtesy on a consistent basis.

:[[Order of the Sphinx and Cartouche]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in persona development and promoted historical authenticity.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING AN AWARD OF ARMS'''
:[[Award of Arms]] - Awarded by all Kingdoms. The Award of Arms (AoA) is given by their Majesties to those who have become recognized integrated participants in the Society. Their Majesties of An Tir have delegated authority to their Highnesses to award this to individuals within the Principality. It awards the right to bear arms (armigerous). Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize individuals who have become contributers to the society.

:[[Court Baronetcy]] may be offered by the Crown for outstanding efforts to the Kingdom. The titles of Court Baron and Court Baroness carry an Award of Arms.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING A GRANT OF ARMS'''

:[[Order of the Winged Lynx]]: Given for service and is bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has performed exemplary and substantial service to Avacal.

:[[Order of the Argent Flame]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates a high level of skill in the arts and science.

:[[Order of the Red Horse]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in equestrian within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Axe]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in heavy combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Rapier]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in rapier combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Grey Goose Shaft of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in archery within Avacal.

'''AWARDS CARRIED FORWARD FROM THE PRINCIPALITY OF AVACAL'''
- These awards are mostly given for a specific championship or event.

:[[Elder]] of Avacal: Given to those who have been Champions of the Principality(and Crown Principality or Region) of Avacal. The Order of the Elder of Avacal is given by Their Highnesses to individuals who have fulfilled their obligations as champion in their respected discipline. This award is given at Their Highnesses discretion. This award should not be submitted by the populace.

:[[Iron Maul]]: Given to the runner up in Champions Sword Tournament

:[[Iron Arrow]]: Given to the runner up in the Champion Arrows Tournament

:[[Iron Gauntlet]]: Given to the runner up in the Rapier Champion Tournament

'''RETIRED AWARDS'''
[[Principality of Avacal]]

== Branches of Avacal ==
:Shire of [[Ayresgarde]]
:Shire of [[Bordergate]]
:Barony of [[Borealis]]
:Barony of [[Montengarde]]
:Barony of [[Myrgan Wood]]
:Shire of [[Sigelhundas]]
:Shire of [[Valley Wold]]
:Shire of [[Vinjar]]
:Shire of [[Windwyrm]]

[https://jpnet.ca/data/other/travelchartavacal.html Travel time between branches] - Prepared by Master [[Thorvald Grimsson]]

== Kingdom Champions ==
Former Champions the [[Principality of Avacal]]

;Champions of Sword
:9. [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] May 17, 2025 to Present
:8. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Skane Tyrsson]] (Montengarde) May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Edward Vikinggson]] (Bordergate) March 26, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis) June 1, 2019 - March 26, 2022
:4. [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2018 - June 1, 2019
:3. [[Dmitrii Korsak]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2017 - June 3, 2018
:2. [[Kvigr Ivarsson]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2016 - June 3, 2017
:1. [[Ellias Silver]] (Montengarde) June 27, 2015 - July 2, 2016

;Champions of Arrows
:9. [[Freydis Birthesdottir]] May 17, 2025 - Present
:8. [[Sylvie Tofadottir]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Adam of the Camp]] May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Ayame Houjou]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV) through May 30, 2021 (AS LVI)
:4. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] (Borealis) Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII) through Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV)
:3. [[Roya of Montengarde]] (Montengarde) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII)
:2. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[James the Quixotic]] (Montengarde) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Rapier
:8. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:7. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Feb 20, 2022 - Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII)
:6. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - Feb 20, 2022
:5. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Beoaed O Dalaigh]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End) Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Feb 13, 2016 (AS L) through Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI)
:1. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Jan 17, 2015 (AS XLIX) through Feb 13, 2016 (AS L)

;Champions of Arts and Sciences
:7. [[Tova Asketill]] April 22, 2023 - TBD
:6. [[Coryn of the Wode]] (Borealis) July 2, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:5. [[Hlíf Angarsdottir]] May 19, 2019 - July 2, 2022
:4. [[Tomas de Courcy]] Apr 7, 2018 - May 19, 2019
:3. [[Dorothye Bolton]] Nov 18, 2017 - Apr 7, 2018
:2. [[Drífa at lækjarmóti]] Feb 13, 2016 - Nov 18, 2017
:1. [[Brangwayn Hesson the Everpresent]] Jan 17, 2015 - Feb 13, 2016

;Youth Champions
:7. [[Njord Swordbreaker]] (Borealis) July 30, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:6. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - July 30, 2022 (AS LVII)
:5. [[Ulrich Guntherson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Deamiana Sinadottir]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Wulfgar Angarsson]] (Borealis) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[Sigurd Arnsbjornsson]] (Borealis) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Bardic
:3. [[Aran Adamas]] (Ayresgarde) April 22, 2023 - TBD
:2. [[Thisbe Elysande La Blanchette]] (Ayresgarde) November 12, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:1. [[Medb Polestripper]] (Ayresgarde) Aug 31, 2019 (AS LIV)-November 12, 2022

== Links ==

* [https://newavacalwebtttwo.avacal.org/ Avacal Website]
* [http://www.heraldry.avacal.org/officer/herald.htm Herald Link]

==Officers==
* A list of past [[Principality Officers]]
* A list past and current [[Kingdom Officers]]
* [http://www.avacal.org/Lists/Officers/AllItems.aspx Current contact information and resources]

[[Category:Branch]]

Avacal

2026-04-04T22:52:57Z

Taletta: /* Our Royal Lineage */

[[image:Avacal-new.gif|frame|right|70px|Avacal Arms.]]

The Kingdom of '''Avacal''' consists of the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, The Northwest Territories and parts of Eastern and Northern British Columbia. Formally a principality of the Kingdom of An Tir it was elevated to Kingdom status in June 2015.

== Device ==
* Blazon: Quarterly argent and Or, a griffon rampant, on a point pointed gules a crown within a laurel wreath Or.
* Quarterly argent and Or, a gryphon's head erased gules. (Populace badge)

== Our Royal Lineage ==
:: 19. [[Aiden ap Grendal and Issabbella Kendal of Raven’s Rift]] November 8, 2025 to May 17, 2026
:: 18. [[Hrogn Gunthersson and Ástríðr Arnbjarnardóttir]] May 17, 2025 to November 8, 2025
:: 17. [[Vik Vikingsson II & A'isha Rayhana al-Karim II]] November 16, 2024 to May 17, 2025
:: 16. [[John Wernarsson and Bailey‎]] May 18, 2024 to November 16, 2024
:: 15. [[Ellias Sliver II and Kiera II|Ellias Silver II and Kiera II|] November 11, 2023 to May 18, 2024
:: 14. [[Gunther Rorikson and Eyoddi Lokadottir]] May 20, 2023 to November 11, 2023
:: 13. [[Kvigr Ivarsson II and Svava Suanhuita II]] November 12, 2022 to May 20, 2023
:: 12. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Sadb Jófreysdóttir]] March 26, 2022 to November 12, 2022
:: 11. [[Vik Vikingsson and A'isha Rayhana al-Karim]] August 1, 2020 - March 26, 2022
:: 10. [[Ivar the Black II and Asney Grimolfrsdottir II]] November 16, 2019 - August 1, 2020
:: 9. [[Angar Skeggisson and Saxa Amelia Africana]] June 1, 2019 - November 16, 2019
:: 8. [[Fergus of Karlisle and Kora Kendal]] November 17, 2018 – June 1, 2019
:: 7. [[Ivar the Black and Asney Grimolfrsdottir]] June 2, 2018 – November 17, 2018
:: 6. [[Kvigr Ivarsson and Svava Suanhuita]] November 18, 2017 – June 2, 2018
:: 5. [[Ellias Silver and Kiera]] June 3, 2017 – November 18, 2017
:: 4. [[Albrecht von Rügen II and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa II]] November 19, 2016 to June 3, 2017
:: 3. [[Arnsbjorn Tiernanson and Inga in hraustliga]] July 2, 2016 to November 19, 2016
:: 2. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Hélène Charesse]] February 13, 2016 to July 2, 2016
:: 1. [[Albrecht von Rügen and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] June 27, 2015 to February 13, 2016

The line of Avacal Princes and Princesses can be found under [[Principality of Avacal]]

== History ==
[[Avacal Timeline]]
:Crown Principality in A.S. 26. It became a full principality in August of 31.
:Avacal became a Kingdom in A.S. 50, It's first King and Queen crowned June 27, 2015

== Events ==
* Kingdom Events
:[[Winter Crown]]
:[[Summer Coronation]]
:[[Fall Crown]]
:[[Winter Coronation]]
:[[Grand TUA]]

* Special Celebrations
:[[Avacal Summer Crown Tournament L/2015 | Avacal First Crown]]
:[[Avacal Summer Coronation L/2015 | Avacal First Coronation]]

*Others
:[[Quad War]]

*Principality Events
:[[Avacal February Investiture]]
:[[Avacal June Coronet Tournament]]
:[[Avacal August Investiture]]
:[[Avacal November Coronet Tournament]]

*For more branch events see [https://wiki.avacal.org/w/index.php/Category:Events Category:Events]

== Awards ==
[[image:Avacal Populous dadge on round.jpg| 1000x1000 |thumbnail|right|70px|Avacal Populous Badge]]

'''NON-ARMIGEROUS AWARDS'''
:[[Order of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown once per reign to an individual who emulates the ideals and embodies the essence of Avacal.

:[[Order of the White Tower of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who represented the Kingdom in an extraordinary way, in their chosen field, outside of Avacal.

:[[Award of the Griffins Agate]]: bestowed by the Crown to a child who has served Avacal in some form.

:[[Geselschaft des Adler of Avacal (The Order of the Eagle of Avacal)]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who is a shining example of chivalry and courtesy on a consistent basis.

:[[Order of the Sphinx and Cartouche]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in persona development and promoted historical authenticity.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING AN AWARD OF ARMS'''
:[[Award of Arms]] - Awarded by all Kingdoms. The Award of Arms (AoA) is given by their Majesties to those who have become recognized integrated participants in the Society. Their Majesties of An Tir have delegated authority to their Highnesses to award this to individuals within the Principality. It awards the right to bear arms (armigerous). Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize individuals who have become contributers to the society.

:[[Court Baronetcy]] may be offered by the Crown for outstanding efforts to the Kingdom. The titles of Court Baron and Court Baroness carry an Award of Arms.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING A GRANT OF ARMS'''

:[[Order of the Winged Lynx]]: Given for service and is bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has performed exemplary and substantial service to Avacal.

:[[Order of the Argent Flame]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates a high level of skill in the arts and science.

:[[Order of the Red Horse]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in equestrian within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Axe]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in heavy combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Rapier]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in rapier combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Grey Goose Shaft of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in archery within Avacal.

'''AWARDS CARRIED FORWARD FROM THE PRINCIPALITY OF AVACAL'''
- These awards are mostly given for a specific championship or event.

:[[Elder]] of Avacal: Given to those who have been Champions of the Principality(and Crown Principality or Region) of Avacal. The Order of the Elder of Avacal is given by Their Highnesses to individuals who have fulfilled their obligations as champion in their respected discipline. This award is given at Their Highnesses discretion. This award should not be submitted by the populace.

:[[Iron Maul]]: Given to the runner up in Champions Sword Tournament

:[[Iron Arrow]]: Given to the runner up in the Champion Arrows Tournament

:[[Iron Gauntlet]]: Given to the runner up in the Rapier Champion Tournament

'''RETIRED AWARDS'''
[[Principality of Avacal]]

== Branches of Avacal ==
:Shire of [[Ayresgarde]]
:Shire of [[Bordergate]]
:Barony of [[Borealis]]
:Barony of [[Montengarde]]
:Barony of [[Myrgan Wood]]
:Shire of [[Sigelhundas]]
:Shire of [[Valley Wold]]
:Shire of [[Vinjar]]
:Shire of [[Windwyrm]]

[https://jpnet.ca/data/other/travelchartavacal.html Travel time between branches] - Prepared by Master [[Thorvald Grimsson]]

== Kingdom Champions ==
Former Champions the [[Principality of Avacal]]

;Champions of Sword
:9. [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] May 17, 2025 to Present
:8. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Skane Tyrsson]] (Montengarde) May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Edward Vikinggson]] (Bordergate) March 26, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis) June 1, 2019 - March 26, 2022
:4. [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2018 - June 1, 2019
:3. [[Dmitrii Korsak]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2017 - June 3, 2018
:2. [[Kvigr Ivarsson]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2016 - June 3, 2017
:1. [[Ellias Silver]] (Montengarde) June 27, 2015 - July 2, 2016

;Champions of Arrows
:9. [[Freydis Birthesdottir]] May 17, 2025 - Present
:8. [[Sylvie Tofadottir]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Adam of the Camp]] May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Ayame Houjou]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV) through May 30, 2021 (AS LVI)
:4. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] (Borealis) Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII) through Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV)
:3. [[Roya of Montengarde]] (Montengarde) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII)
:2. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[James the Quixotic]] (Montengarde) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Rapier
:8. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:7. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Feb 20, 2022 - Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII)
:6. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - Feb 20, 2022
:5. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Beoaed O Dalaigh]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End) Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Feb 13, 2016 (AS L) through Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI)
:1. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Jan 17, 2015 (AS XLIX) through Feb 13, 2016 (AS L)

;Champions of Arts and Sciences
:7. [[Tova Asketill]] April 22, 2023 - TBD
:6. [[Coryn of the Wode]] (Borealis) July 2, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:5. [[Hlíf Angarsdottir]] May 19, 2019 - July 2, 2022
:4. [[Tomas de Courcy]] Apr 7, 2018 - May 19, 2019
:3. [[Dorothye Bolton]] Nov 18, 2017 - Apr 7, 2018
:2. [[Drífa at lækjarmóti]] Feb 13, 2016 - Nov 18, 2017
:1. [[Brangwayn Hesson the Everpresent]] Jan 17, 2015 - Feb 13, 2016

;Youth Champions
:7. [[Njord Swordbreaker]] (Borealis) July 30, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:6. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - July 30, 2022 (AS LVII)
:5. [[Ulrich Guntherson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Deamiana Sinadottir]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Wulfgar Angarsson]] (Borealis) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[Sigurd Arnsbjornsson]] (Borealis) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Bardic
:3. [[Aran Adamas]] (Ayresgarde) April 22, 2023 - TBD
:2. [[Thisbe Elysande La Blanchette]] (Ayresgarde) November 12, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:1. [[Medb Polestripper]] (Ayresgarde) Aug 31, 2019 (AS LIV)-November 12, 2022

== Links ==

* [https://newavacalwebtttwo.avacal.org/ Avacal Website]
* [http://www.heraldry.avacal.org/officer/herald.htm Herald Link]

==Officers==
* A list of past [[Principality Officers]]
* A list past and current [[Kingdom Officers]]
* [http://www.avacal.org/Lists/Officers/AllItems.aspx Current contact information and resources]

[[Category:Branch]]

Avacal

2026-04-04T22:52:30Z

Taletta: /* Our Royal Lineage */

[[image:Avacal-new.gif|frame|right|70px|Avacal Arms.]]

The Kingdom of '''Avacal''' consists of the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, The Northwest Territories and parts of Eastern and Northern British Columbia. Formally a principality of the Kingdom of An Tir it was elevated to Kingdom status in June 2015.

== Device ==
* Blazon: Quarterly argent and Or, a griffon rampant, on a point pointed gules a crown within a laurel wreath Or.
* Quarterly argent and Or, a gryphon's head erased gules. (Populace badge)

== Our Royal Lineage ==
:: 19. [[Aiden ap Grendal and Issabbella Kendal of Raven’s Rift]] November 8, 2025 to May 17, 2026
:: 18. [[Hrogn Gunthersson and Ástríðr Arnbjarnardóttir]] May 17, 2025 to November 8, 2025
:: 17. [[Vik Vikingsson II & A'isha Rayhana al-Karim II]] November 16, 2024 to May 17, 2025
:: 16. [[John Wernarsson and Bailey‎]] May 18, 2024 to November 16, 2024
:: 15. [[Ellias Silver II and Kiera II|Ellias Sliver II and Kiera II]] November 11, 2023 to May 18, 2024
:: 14. [[Gunther Rorikson and Eyoddi Lokadottir]] May 20, 2023 to November 11, 2023
:: 13. [[Kvigr Ivarsson II and Svava Suanhuita II]] November 12, 2022 to May 20, 2023
:: 12. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Sadb Jófreysdóttir]] March 26, 2022 to November 12, 2022
:: 11. [[Vik Vikingsson and A'isha Rayhana al-Karim]] August 1, 2020 - March 26, 2022
:: 10. [[Ivar the Black II and Asney Grimolfrsdottir II]] November 16, 2019 - August 1, 2020
:: 9. [[Angar Skeggisson and Saxa Amelia Africana]] June 1, 2019 - November 16, 2019
:: 8. [[Fergus of Karlisle and Kora Kendal]] November 17, 2018 – June 1, 2019
:: 7. [[Ivar the Black and Asney Grimolfrsdottir]] June 2, 2018 – November 17, 2018
:: 6. [[Kvigr Ivarsson and Svava Suanhuita]] November 18, 2017 – June 2, 2018
:: 5. [[Ellias Silver and Kiera]] June 3, 2017 – November 18, 2017
:: 4. [[Albrecht von Rügen II and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa II]] November 19, 2016 to June 3, 2017
:: 3. [[Arnsbjorn Tiernanson and Inga in hraustliga]] July 2, 2016 to November 19, 2016
:: 2. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Hélène Charesse]] February 13, 2016 to July 2, 2016
:: 1. [[Albrecht von Rügen and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] June 27, 2015 to February 13, 2016

The line of Avacal Princes and Princesses can be found under [[Principality of Avacal]]

== History ==
[[Avacal Timeline]]
:Crown Principality in A.S. 26. It became a full principality in August of 31.
:Avacal became a Kingdom in A.S. 50, It's first King and Queen crowned June 27, 2015

== Events ==
* Kingdom Events
:[[Winter Crown]]
:[[Summer Coronation]]
:[[Fall Crown]]
:[[Winter Coronation]]
:[[Grand TUA]]

* Special Celebrations
:[[Avacal Summer Crown Tournament L/2015 | Avacal First Crown]]
:[[Avacal Summer Coronation L/2015 | Avacal First Coronation]]

*Others
:[[Quad War]]

*Principality Events
:[[Avacal February Investiture]]
:[[Avacal June Coronet Tournament]]
:[[Avacal August Investiture]]
:[[Avacal November Coronet Tournament]]

*For more branch events see [https://wiki.avacal.org/w/index.php/Category:Events Category:Events]

== Awards ==
[[image:Avacal Populous dadge on round.jpg| 1000x1000 |thumbnail|right|70px|Avacal Populous Badge]]

'''NON-ARMIGEROUS AWARDS'''
:[[Order of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown once per reign to an individual who emulates the ideals and embodies the essence of Avacal.

:[[Order of the White Tower of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who represented the Kingdom in an extraordinary way, in their chosen field, outside of Avacal.

:[[Award of the Griffins Agate]]: bestowed by the Crown to a child who has served Avacal in some form.

:[[Geselschaft des Adler of Avacal (The Order of the Eagle of Avacal)]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who is a shining example of chivalry and courtesy on a consistent basis.

:[[Order of the Sphinx and Cartouche]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in persona development and promoted historical authenticity.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING AN AWARD OF ARMS'''
:[[Award of Arms]] - Awarded by all Kingdoms. The Award of Arms (AoA) is given by their Majesties to those who have become recognized integrated participants in the Society. Their Majesties of An Tir have delegated authority to their Highnesses to award this to individuals within the Principality. It awards the right to bear arms (armigerous). Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize individuals who have become contributers to the society.

:[[Court Baronetcy]] may be offered by the Crown for outstanding efforts to the Kingdom. The titles of Court Baron and Court Baroness carry an Award of Arms.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING A GRANT OF ARMS'''

:[[Order of the Winged Lynx]]: Given for service and is bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has performed exemplary and substantial service to Avacal.

:[[Order of the Argent Flame]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates a high level of skill in the arts and science.

:[[Order of the Red Horse]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in equestrian within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Axe]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in heavy combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Rapier]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in rapier combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Grey Goose Shaft of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in archery within Avacal.

'''AWARDS CARRIED FORWARD FROM THE PRINCIPALITY OF AVACAL'''
- These awards are mostly given for a specific championship or event.

:[[Elder]] of Avacal: Given to those who have been Champions of the Principality(and Crown Principality or Region) of Avacal. The Order of the Elder of Avacal is given by Their Highnesses to individuals who have fulfilled their obligations as champion in their respected discipline. This award is given at Their Highnesses discretion. This award should not be submitted by the populace.

:[[Iron Maul]]: Given to the runner up in Champions Sword Tournament

:[[Iron Arrow]]: Given to the runner up in the Champion Arrows Tournament

:[[Iron Gauntlet]]: Given to the runner up in the Rapier Champion Tournament

'''RETIRED AWARDS'''
[[Principality of Avacal]]

== Branches of Avacal ==
:Shire of [[Ayresgarde]]
:Shire of [[Bordergate]]
:Barony of [[Borealis]]
:Barony of [[Montengarde]]
:Barony of [[Myrgan Wood]]
:Shire of [[Sigelhundas]]
:Shire of [[Valley Wold]]
:Shire of [[Vinjar]]
:Shire of [[Windwyrm]]

[https://jpnet.ca/data/other/travelchartavacal.html Travel time between branches] - Prepared by Master [[Thorvald Grimsson]]

== Kingdom Champions ==
Former Champions the [[Principality of Avacal]]

;Champions of Sword
:9. [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] May 17, 2025 to Present
:8. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Skane Tyrsson]] (Montengarde) May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Edward Vikinggson]] (Bordergate) March 26, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis) June 1, 2019 - March 26, 2022
:4. [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2018 - June 1, 2019
:3. [[Dmitrii Korsak]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2017 - June 3, 2018
:2. [[Kvigr Ivarsson]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2016 - June 3, 2017
:1. [[Ellias Silver]] (Montengarde) June 27, 2015 - July 2, 2016

;Champions of Arrows
:9. [[Freydis Birthesdottir]] May 17, 2025 - Present
:8. [[Sylvie Tofadottir]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Adam of the Camp]] May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Ayame Houjou]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV) through May 30, 2021 (AS LVI)
:4. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] (Borealis) Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII) through Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV)
:3. [[Roya of Montengarde]] (Montengarde) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII)
:2. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[James the Quixotic]] (Montengarde) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Rapier
:8. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:7. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Feb 20, 2022 - Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII)
:6. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - Feb 20, 2022
:5. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Beoaed O Dalaigh]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End) Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Feb 13, 2016 (AS L) through Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI)
:1. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Jan 17, 2015 (AS XLIX) through Feb 13, 2016 (AS L)

;Champions of Arts and Sciences
:7. [[Tova Asketill]] April 22, 2023 - TBD
:6. [[Coryn of the Wode]] (Borealis) July 2, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:5. [[Hlíf Angarsdottir]] May 19, 2019 - July 2, 2022
:4. [[Tomas de Courcy]] Apr 7, 2018 - May 19, 2019
:3. [[Dorothye Bolton]] Nov 18, 2017 - Apr 7, 2018
:2. [[Drífa at lækjarmóti]] Feb 13, 2016 - Nov 18, 2017
:1. [[Brangwayn Hesson the Everpresent]] Jan 17, 2015 - Feb 13, 2016

;Youth Champions
:7. [[Njord Swordbreaker]] (Borealis) July 30, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:6. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - July 30, 2022 (AS LVII)
:5. [[Ulrich Guntherson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Deamiana Sinadottir]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Wulfgar Angarsson]] (Borealis) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[Sigurd Arnsbjornsson]] (Borealis) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Bardic
:3. [[Aran Adamas]] (Ayresgarde) April 22, 2023 - TBD
:2. [[Thisbe Elysande La Blanchette]] (Ayresgarde) November 12, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:1. [[Medb Polestripper]] (Ayresgarde) Aug 31, 2019 (AS LIV)-November 12, 2022

== Links ==

* [https://newavacalwebtttwo.avacal.org/ Avacal Website]
* [http://www.heraldry.avacal.org/officer/herald.htm Herald Link]

==Officers==
* A list of past [[Principality Officers]]
* A list past and current [[Kingdom Officers]]
* [http://www.avacal.org/Lists/Officers/AllItems.aspx Current contact information and resources]

[[Category:Branch]]

Avacal

2026-04-04T22:51:48Z

Taletta: /* Our Royal Lineage */

[[image:Avacal-new.gif|frame|right|70px|Avacal Arms.]]

The Kingdom of '''Avacal''' consists of the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, The Northwest Territories and parts of Eastern and Northern British Columbia. Formally a principality of the Kingdom of An Tir it was elevated to Kingdom status in June 2015.

== Device ==
* Blazon: Quarterly argent and Or, a griffon rampant, on a point pointed gules a crown within a laurel wreath Or.
* Quarterly argent and Or, a gryphon's head erased gules. (Populace badge)

== Our Royal Lineage ==
:: 19. [[Aiden ap Grendal and Issabbella Kendal of Raven’s Rift]] November 8, 2025 to May 17, 2026
:: 18. [[Hrogn Gunthersson and Ástríðr Arnbjarnardóttir]] May 17, 2025 to November 8, 2025
:: 17. [[Vik Vikingsson II & A'isha Rayhana al-Karim II]] November 16, 2024 to May 17, 2025
:: 16. [[John Wernarsson and Bailey‎]] May 18, 2024 to November 16, 2024
:: 15. [[Ellias Silver II and Kiera II]] November 11, 2023 to May 18, 2024
:: 14. [[Gunther Rorikson and Eyoddi Lokadottir]] May 20, 2023 to November 11, 2023
:: 13. [[Kvigr Ivarsson II and Svava Suanhuita II]] November 12, 2022 to May 20, 2023
:: 12. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Sadb Jófreysdóttir]] March 26, 2022 to November 12, 2022
:: 11. [[Vik Vikingsson and A'isha Rayhana al-Karim]] August 1, 2020 - March 26, 2022
:: 10. [[Ivar the Black II and Asney Grimolfrsdottir II]] November 16, 2019 - August 1, 2020
:: 9. [[Angar Skeggisson and Saxa Amelia Africana]] June 1, 2019 - November 16, 2019
:: 8. [[Fergus of Karlisle and Kora Kendal]] November 17, 2018 – June 1, 2019
:: 7. [[Ivar the Black and Asney Grimolfrsdottir]] June 2, 2018 – November 17, 2018
:: 6. [[Kvigr Ivarsson and Svava Suanhuita]] November 18, 2017 – June 2, 2018
:: 5. [[Ellias Silver and Kiera]] June 3, 2017 – November 18, 2017
:: 4. [[Albrecht von Rügen II and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa II]] November 19, 2016 to June 3, 2017
:: 3. [[Arnsbjorn Tiernanson and Inga in hraustliga]] July 2, 2016 to November 19, 2016
:: 2. [[Wernar Ivarsson and Hélène Charesse]] February 13, 2016 to July 2, 2016
:: 1. [[Albrecht von Rügen and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] June 27, 2015 to February 13, 2016

The line of Avacal Princes and Princesses can be found under [[Principality of Avacal]]

== History ==
[[Avacal Timeline]]
:Crown Principality in A.S. 26. It became a full principality in August of 31.
:Avacal became a Kingdom in A.S. 50, It's first King and Queen crowned June 27, 2015

== Events ==
* Kingdom Events
:[[Winter Crown]]
:[[Summer Coronation]]
:[[Fall Crown]]
:[[Winter Coronation]]
:[[Grand TUA]]

* Special Celebrations
:[[Avacal Summer Crown Tournament L/2015 | Avacal First Crown]]
:[[Avacal Summer Coronation L/2015 | Avacal First Coronation]]

*Others
:[[Quad War]]

*Principality Events
:[[Avacal February Investiture]]
:[[Avacal June Coronet Tournament]]
:[[Avacal August Investiture]]
:[[Avacal November Coronet Tournament]]

*For more branch events see [https://wiki.avacal.org/w/index.php/Category:Events Category:Events]

== Awards ==
[[image:Avacal Populous dadge on round.jpg| 1000x1000 |thumbnail|right|70px|Avacal Populous Badge]]

'''NON-ARMIGEROUS AWARDS'''
:[[Order of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown once per reign to an individual who emulates the ideals and embodies the essence of Avacal.

:[[Order of the White Tower of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who represented the Kingdom in an extraordinary way, in their chosen field, outside of Avacal.

:[[Award of the Griffins Agate]]: bestowed by the Crown to a child who has served Avacal in some form.

:[[Geselschaft des Adler of Avacal (The Order of the Eagle of Avacal)]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who is a shining example of chivalry and courtesy on a consistent basis.

:[[Order of the Sphinx and Cartouche]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in persona development and promoted historical authenticity.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING AN AWARD OF ARMS'''
:[[Award of Arms]] - Awarded by all Kingdoms. The Award of Arms (AoA) is given by their Majesties to those who have become recognized integrated participants in the Society. Their Majesties of An Tir have delegated authority to their Highnesses to award this to individuals within the Principality. It awards the right to bear arms (armigerous). Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize individuals who have become contributers to the society.

:[[Court Baronetcy]] may be offered by the Crown for outstanding efforts to the Kingdom. The titles of Court Baron and Court Baroness carry an Award of Arms.

'''AWARDS CONVEYING A GRANT OF ARMS'''

:[[Order of the Winged Lynx]]: Given for service and is bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has performed exemplary and substantial service to Avacal.

:[[Order of the Argent Flame]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates a high level of skill in the arts and science.

:[[Order of the Red Horse]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in equestrian within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Axe]]: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in heavy combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Sable Rapier]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in rapier combat within Avacal.

:[[Order of the Grey Goose Shaft of Avacal]]: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in archery within Avacal.

'''AWARDS CARRIED FORWARD FROM THE PRINCIPALITY OF AVACAL'''
- These awards are mostly given for a specific championship or event.

:[[Elder]] of Avacal: Given to those who have been Champions of the Principality(and Crown Principality or Region) of Avacal. The Order of the Elder of Avacal is given by Their Highnesses to individuals who have fulfilled their obligations as champion in their respected discipline. This award is given at Their Highnesses discretion. This award should not be submitted by the populace.

:[[Iron Maul]]: Given to the runner up in Champions Sword Tournament

:[[Iron Arrow]]: Given to the runner up in the Champion Arrows Tournament

:[[Iron Gauntlet]]: Given to the runner up in the Rapier Champion Tournament

'''RETIRED AWARDS'''
[[Principality of Avacal]]

== Branches of Avacal ==
:Shire of [[Ayresgarde]]
:Shire of [[Bordergate]]
:Barony of [[Borealis]]
:Barony of [[Montengarde]]
:Barony of [[Myrgan Wood]]
:Shire of [[Sigelhundas]]
:Shire of [[Valley Wold]]
:Shire of [[Vinjar]]
:Shire of [[Windwyrm]]

[https://jpnet.ca/data/other/travelchartavacal.html Travel time between branches] - Prepared by Master [[Thorvald Grimsson]]

== Kingdom Champions ==
Former Champions the [[Principality of Avacal]]

;Champions of Sword
:9. [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] May 17, 2025 to Present
:8. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Skane Tyrsson]] (Montengarde) May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Edward Vikinggson]] (Bordergate) March 26, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis) June 1, 2019 - March 26, 2022
:4. [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2018 - June 1, 2019
:3. [[Dmitrii Korsak]] (Myrgan Wood) June 3, 2017 - June 3, 2018
:2. [[Kvigr Ivarsson]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2016 - June 3, 2017
:1. [[Ellias Silver]] (Montengarde) June 27, 2015 - July 2, 2016

;Champions of Arrows
:9. [[Freydis Birthesdottir]] May 17, 2025 - Present
:8. [[Sylvie Tofadottir]] May 18, 2024 - May 17, 2025
:7. [[Adam of the Camp]] May 20, 2023 - May 18, 2024
:6. [[Ayame Houjou]] (Myrgan Wood) July 2, 2022 - May 20, 2023
:5. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV) through May 30, 2021 (AS LVI)
:4. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] (Borealis) Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII) through Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV)
:3. [[Roya of Montengarde]] (Montengarde) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII)
:2. [[Henry of Bohemia]] (Montengarde) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[James the Quixotic]] (Montengarde) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Rapier
:8. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:7. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Feb 20, 2022 - Nov 12, 2022 (AS LVII)
:6. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - Feb 20, 2022
:5. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Beoaed O Dalaigh]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End) Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) Feb 13, 2016 (AS L) through Nov 19, 2016 (AS LI)
:1. [[Durant Caiaphas de Rambert]] (Bjornsborg) Jan 17, 2015 (AS XLIX) through Feb 13, 2016 (AS L)

;Champions of Arts and Sciences
:7. [[Tova Asketill]] April 22, 2023 - TBD
:6. [[Coryn of the Wode]] (Borealis) July 2, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:5. [[Hlíf Angarsdottir]] May 19, 2019 - July 2, 2022
:4. [[Tomas de Courcy]] Apr 7, 2018 - May 19, 2019
:3. [[Dorothye Bolton]] Nov 18, 2017 - Apr 7, 2018
:2. [[Drífa at lækjarmóti]] Feb 13, 2016 - Nov 18, 2017
:1. [[Brangwayn Hesson the Everpresent]] Jan 17, 2015 - Feb 13, 2016

;Youth Champions
:7. [[Njord Swordbreaker]] (Borealis) July 30, 2022 (AS LVII) - TBD
:6. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV) - July 30, 2022 (AS LVII)
:5. [[Ulrich Guntherson]] (Myrgan Wood) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII) through Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:4. [[Deamiana Sinadottir]] (Borealis) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:3. [[Bjorn Hrognson]] (Myrgan Wood) Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII) through Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:2. [[Wulfgar Angarsson]] (Borealis) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI) through Jun 3, 2017 (AS LII)
:1. [[Sigurd Arnsbjornsson]] (Borealis) Jun 27, 2015 (AS L) through Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

;Champions of Bardic
:3. [[Aran Adamas]] (Ayresgarde) April 22, 2023 - TBD
:2. [[Thisbe Elysande La Blanchette]] (Ayresgarde) November 12, 2022 - April 22, 2023
:1. [[Medb Polestripper]] (Ayresgarde) Aug 31, 2019 (AS LIV)-November 12, 2022

== Links ==

* [https://newavacalwebtttwo.avacal.org/ Avacal Website]
* [http://www.heraldry.avacal.org/officer/herald.htm Herald Link]

==Officers==
* A list of past [[Principality Officers]]
* A list past and current [[Kingdom Officers]]
* [http://www.avacal.org/Lists/Officers/AllItems.aspx Current contact information and resources]

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Magy of Aberdeen

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Ayame Houjou

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==Interests==

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==Classes Taught==
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==Projects==
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==Awards==
* [[Order of the Winged Lynx]] ([[Avacal]], November 16th, 2019)
* [[The Black Arrow]] ([[Avacal]], August 31st, 2019)
* [[Silver Arrow]] ([[Avacal]], 2018-2019)
* [[Award of Arms]] ([[Avacal]], October 8th, 2016)

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Cold Keep

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[[Image:Cold-keep.gif|right|frame|Per chevron sable mulletty Or and azure, a tower argent and in base a laurel wreath Or.]]
The '''Shire of Cold Keep''' (Prince George, BC) is located in the Principality of [[:Category:Tir Righ|Tir Righ]]. It was a part of Avacal until it became a Kingdom in 2015.

* [http://www.avacal-sca.org/coldkeep/ Cold Keep website]

The Shire of Cold Keep's history goes back to 1992. The branch name was registered in April 1994 and its arms (Per chevron sable mulletty Or and azure, a tower argent and in base a laurel wreath Or) were registered in July 1997. 

Cold Keep hosts two official events per year. Our four champions are determined in May, at May Champions, and we also play host to our neighbours and friends in the autumn months, to celebrate the incoming harvest. In the past, we have played host to four Avacal Coronet Tournaments, and boast two Viscountesses and an Elder of Avacal in our populace. Our members are strong and hardy, built to survive a cold northern winter, and this strength is reflected in the accomplishments of our warriors, artisans, archers and service-oriented types. We take pleasure in hosting our neighbours and friends, enjoying a warm hearth and laughter to hold us through the winter months.

To find Cold Keep on the web, follow these links:

* [http://coldkeep.proboards27.com/ Cold Keep Discussion Board]
* [http://www.flickr.com/photos/trad_archer77/ Cold Keep Photos]

[[Category:Branch]]
[[Category:An Tir]]
[[Category:Active Branches]]
[[Category:Shire]]

Fealty Relationships

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==KNIGHTS==

1. [[Hugo von Feuerklippe]] (Sigelhundas) (Midrealm) Oct 28, 1978 (AS XIII)

2. [[Conrad von Graz]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 2, 1984 (AS XIX)
:a. Squires
::i. Edward Sterling (Borealis)
::ii. Haakon (Borealis)
::iii. [[Geofry of Cyrtenham]] (Myrgan Wood)
::iv. Eric Ravenson (Myrgan Wood)
::v. [[Taras of Kiev]] (Myrgan Wood) OC

3. Aethelhere the Unsteady (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 6, 1987 (AS XXII)
:a. Also OL

4. [[Edward Ross]] (Harrows Cross) (An Tir) Jul 2, 1988 (AS XXIII)
:a. Also OP, OL
:b. Squires
::i. [[Albrecht von Rügen]] (Borealis) OC
::ii. [[Murchad mac Artgal]] (Montengarde) OC
::iii. Thorwulf Bjornson (Tir Righ) OC, OL
5. Wulfhere the Capacious (Montengarde) deceased

6. [[Rorik Gunnarson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 22, 1993 (AS XXVIII)
:a. Squired to Gunnar Brunwulf (An Tir)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] (Sigelhundas) OC
::ii. [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood) OC

7. [[Albrecht von Rügen]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 29, 1996 (AS XXXI)
:a. Squired to [[Edward Ross]] (Montengarde)
:b. Squires
::i. Eric Rugenson (Borealis) OC
::ii. [[Kathryn inghean Ui Mhaonaigh]] (Montengarde) OP, OC
::iii. [[Ogedei Bahadur]] (Montengarde) OC

8. [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 29, 1996 (AS XXXI)
:a. Also OL, OP
:b. Squired to Sven Fallgr Gunnarsson (An Tir)
:c. Squires
::i. Phalan Gann (Ealdormere) OC
::ii. Fenrick Vikingsson (Borealis) OC
::iii. [[Einar Vikingsson]] (Borealis) OC
::iv. [[Steinn Vikingsson]] (Tir Righ) OC, OP
::v. Edward Vikingsson (Borealis)
::vi. Volchuck (Bordergate)
::vii. Iain Archibald Guthrie (Avacal) OL
::viii. Stragin Vikingsson (Avacal)

9. Thorwulf Bjornson (Fjordland) (An Tir) Aug 3, 1996 (AS XXXI)
:a. Also OL
:b. Squired to [[Edward Ross]] (Montengarde)
:c. Squires
::i. Varrus Lupus (Montengarde) OC

10. [[Taras of Kiev]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1998 (AS XXXII)
:a. Squired to [[Conrad von Graz]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. Robert Stokestay (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Shamus van de Ponseele (Valley Wold)

11. [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Jan 23, 1999 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Squired to [[Rorik Gunnarson]] (Borealis)
:b. Also Provost to [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End)
:c. Squires
::i. Hrogn Gunthersson (Myrgan Wood) OC
::ii. [[Vladimir Korsak]] (Myrgan Wood) OC

12. [[Murchad mac Artgal]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Feb 27, 1999 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Squired to [[Edward Ross]] (Montengarde)

13. [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] (Sigelhundas) (An Tir) Oct 9, 1999 (AS XXXIV)
:a. Squired to [[Rorik Gunnarson]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis) OC
::ii. [[Kvigr Ivarsson]] (Myrgan Wood) OC
::iii. Amya Lyghtefot (Myrgan Wood)
::iv. Hraerik Ivarson (Montengarde)
::v. [[Grimólfr Griótgarðsson]] (Myrgan Wood)
::vi. Skald the Peacemaker (Myrgan Wood)
::vii. [[Ferghail MacIngill]] (Myrgan Wood)

14. [[Angar Skeggisson|Angar Ninefingers]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Apr 13, 2002 (AS XXXVI)
:a. Squired to Skeggi Nyewcombe (An Tir)
:b. Squires
::i. Aelhunn Angarsson (Montengarde)
::ii. Hlíf Angarsdóttir (Bordergate)

15. [[Steinn Vikingsson]] (Danescombe) (An Tir) Feb 22, 2003 (AS XXXVII)
:a. Also OP, student to [[William Bennet]] (OD)
:b. Squired to [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis)
:c. Squires
::i. [[Raoul Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) OP OD OC
::ii. Jajiradai Batu (Montengarde)
::iii. Laric Godwin (Tir Righ)
::iv. Khudyka Dobrakovich (Tir Right) man-at-arms?

16. [[Einar Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Aug 30, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)
:a. Squired to [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. Hakon (Borealis)
::ii. [[Oli Einarsson]] (Borealis)
::iii. Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr (Borealis)

17. [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 4, 2005 (AS XL)
:a. Squired to [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] (Sigelhundas)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Ellias Silver]] (Montengarde) OC
::ii. John Wernarson (Borealis) OC

18. [[Arnsbjorn Tiernanson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jul 15, 2006 (AS XLI)
:a. Squired to Tiernan mor dal Cais (An Tir)
:b. Squires
::i. Astrid Arnsbjorndottir (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Ragnarr Ottarsson

19. [[Kvigr Ivarsson]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Feb 23, 2008 (AS XLII)
:a. Squired to [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] (Sigelhundas)
:b. Squires
::i. Hvarr Kvigrsson (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Eirikr Kvigrsson (Myrgan Wood)
::iii. Markus Pheilsmid (Tir Righ)
::iv. Jorgen (Myrgan Wood)

20. [[Aiden ap Grendal]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 22, 2010 (AS XLV)
:a. Squired to Nikolai Grendal Gornych (An Tir) OL
:b. Squires
::i. [[Ansgar Stonebreaker | Ansgar Stormbreaker]] (Borealis)

21. [[Toryn Davinson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 23, 2010 (AS XLV)
:a. Squired to Davin Steingrimson (An Tir)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Jean de Chauliac]] (Borealis) OP

22. [[Ogedei Bahadur]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jun 18, 2011 (AS XLVI)
:a. Squired to [[Albrecht von Rügen]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. Henry of Bohemia (Montengarde) man-at-arms
::ii. [[Donnan Sionnach]] (Montengarde)
::iii. Skane Tyrsson (Montengarde)

23. [[Kirk Einarsson]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jun 24, 2012 (AS XLVII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Squired to Einar (Oak) Guntharson (Tir Righ) & Einar Vikingson (Borealis)
:c. Squires
::i. Martin McDuff (Montengarde)
::ii. Bóthildr Siguröardóttir (Montengarde) man-at-arms

24. [[Ellias Silver]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Nov 22, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Squired to [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires

25. [[Eric Rugenson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Nov 22, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Squired to [[Albrecht von Rügen]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Olaf the Snowman | Olaf Ericsson the Snowman]] (Vinjar) OC
::ii. Aman Brennan (Borealis)

26. [[Fenrick Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 2, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Squired to [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Alen Bendbow]] (Sigelhundas) OP

27. [[Gaius Artorius Varus Lupus]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Sep 12, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Squired to Thorwulf (Tir Righ)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Arjun Singh]] (Montengarde)
::ii. [[Sigfuss Thorulfsson]] (Montengarde)

28. [[Fergus of Carlisle]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)
:a. Also OP
:b. Squires
::i. Marcus Artorius (Bitter End)
::ii. Nikr Fjalsson (Myrgan Wood)
::iii. Hagar Fergusson (Borealis)

29. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Aug 13, 2016 (AS LI)
a. Squired to [[Einar Vikingsson]] (Borealis)

30. [[Hrogn Gunthersson]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:a. Squired to [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood)
:b. Squires
::i. Thorgunn inn Vidforli (Myrgan Wood)
31. [[Kiera]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII)

32. [[Vladimir Korsak]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Squired to [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood)

33. [[Olaf the Snowman | Olaf Ericsson the Snowman]] (Vinjar) (Avacal) Feb 15, 2020 (AS LIV)
:a. Squired to Eric Rugenson (Borealis)

34. [[Raoul Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Oct 8, 2022 (AS LVII)
:a. Also OP, OD
:b. Squired to [[Steinn Vikingsson]] (Tir Righ)
:c. Squires
::i. [[Conan of Myrgan Wood]]
::ii. [[Philipp of the Lakes]]

35. [[Kathryn inghean Ui Mhaonaigh]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) May 20, 2023 (AS LVIII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Squired to Albrecht von Rugen

36. [[John Wernarsson]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Jul 1, 2023 (AS LVIII)
:a. Squired to [[Wernar Ivarson]]
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==LAURELS==

1. Bjorn Isenkrammenhandler (Montengarde) (West) Aug 1, 1981 (AS XVI)

2. Ark of Ringholden (Montengarde) (Outlands) May 23, 1987 (AS XXII)

3. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jul 2, 1988 (AS XXIII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Apprentices
::i. Ellias Silver (Montengarde) OC
::ii. Caiaphas Durant Ramberti (Montengarde) (Cancelled)
::iii. Margaret of Newark Abbey (Montengarde) OL
::iv. Cynewulf (Borealis)
:c. Students
::i. Theophina SilverLeaf (Borealis)

4. Edward Ross (Harrows Cross) (An Tir) Jul 2, 1988 (AS XXIII)
:a. Also OP, OC

5. Aethelhere the Unsteady (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jul 2, 1988 (AS XXIII)
:a. Also OC

6. Sigrid Rabenfels (Borealis) (An Tir) Sep 2, 1990 (AS XXV) (deceased)

7. Thorwulf Bjornson (Fjordland) (An Tir) Jan 11, 1992 (AS XXVI)
:a. Also OC

8. Aelfwyn the Irresponsible (Ealdormere) (An Tir) Jan 30, 1993 (AS XXVII)

9. Eric the Trespasser (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 8, 1994 (AS XXVIII)

10. Enid ferch Rhodri (Avacal) (An Tir) Dec 3, 1994 (AS XXIX)

11. Laurel Venustas di Firenze (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 7, 1995 (AS XXIX)

12. Fabienne l'Accusee (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1998 (AS XXXII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Pandora (Myrgan Wood)

13. John Macleod the Black (Borealis) (An Tir) Jan 23, 1999 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Apprentices
::i. [[Sadb ingen Thuathail]] (Borealis) OP OL

14. Margaret of Newark Abbey (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 23, 1999 (AS XXXIII)

15. Morgan the Unknown (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 23, 1999 (AS XXXIII)

16. Cennet o Llangollen (Borealis) (An Tir) Oct 9, 1999 (AS XXXIV)

17. [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Feb 22, 2003 (AS XXXVII)
:a. Also OC, OP

18. [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 17, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Johanna Katrin (Montengarde)
::ii. Kora Kendal (Borealis)
::iii. [[Caterina di Alessandro di Guglielmo Franceschi]], OL (Montengarde)
::iv. [[Amery Stewart]], OL (Borealis)

19. Michael Seamus O'Byrne (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jun 5, 2004 (AS XXXIX)

20. [[Inga in hraustliga]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jul 16, 2005 (AS XL)
:a. Also OP, squired to Rauokinn Eyverska Starradottir (An Tir)
:b. Apprentices
::i. Guillaine Rosalind de Gualle (Borealis) OL, OP
::ii. Dyrfinna the Wanderer (Montengarde) OL
::iii. Adelheid Holtzhauer (Borealis) (Foster) OL
::iv. Aerron Corino (An Tir)
::v. Anabel Hastings (Borealis)
::vi. Anna (Vinjar)
::vii. Heléne d'Anjou (An Tir)
:c. Students
::i. Arnaut Guilhem de Najac (Montengarde)
::ii. Tomas de Courcy (Borealis)
::iii. Fionnghuala ingen Chellaig (Borealis)
::iv. Marie de Monte (An Tir)

21. [[Sadb ingen Thuathail]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jul 8, 2006 (AS XLI)
:a. Apprenticed to John MacLeod the Black (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. Natal'ia Volkovicha (Tir Righ) OL
::ii. Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater (Montengarde)
::iii. Hlíf Angarsdóttir (Bordergate) OL
::iv. Selewine Offeiriad Gwytherin (Avacal)
::v. Una Henriksdotter (Montengarde) OP
::vi. Ellisif Snorradóttir (Montengarde) OP
::vii. Ádís ulfsdottir (Montengarde)
::viii. Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater (Montengarde)
::ix. Titus Cornelius Britanniccus (Avacal)
:c. Students
::i. Tatiana the Outspoken (Tir Righ)
::ii. Jean de Chauliac (Borealis) OP

22. Susane le Peyntour (Tir Righ) (An Tir) May 19, 2007 (AS XLII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Rowan the Bard (Bordergate)
::ii. Rosalyn of Sigelhundas (Sigelhundas)

23. [[Iain Archibald Guthrie]] (Avacal) (An Tir) May 16, 2009 (AS XLIV)
:a. Also squire to Vik Vikingson (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. [[Adelheid Holtzhauer]] (Borealis)

24. Dragoslava Vladislasa doch (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 23, 2012 (AS XLVII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Onund Gunderson (Borealis)

25. [[Dyrfinna the Wanderer]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Mar 9, 2013 (AS XLVII)
:a. Apprenticed to Inga in hraustliga (Borealis)

26. [[Guillaine Rosalind de Gualle]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Mar 9, 2013 (AS XLVII)
:a. Apprenticed to Inga in hraustliga (Borealis)

27. [[Gemma Delaroche]] (Danescombe) (An Tir) Nov 30, 2013 (AS XLVIII)
:a. Also OP

28. [[Maiosara thugater Azarionos]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jun 28, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Apprenticed to Achaxe (An Tir)

29. [[Natal'ia Volkovicha]] (Cold Keep) (An Tir) Jun 28, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Apprenticed to Sadb ingen Thuathail (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. [[Oli Einarsson]] (Borealis)

30. [[Kataryna Tkach]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Nov 7, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Apprentices
::i. [[Li Xia]] (Sigelhundas)
::ii. [[Arwyn of Leicester]] (Borealis) OL, OP
::iii. Morgan the Bald (Shire of Stan Wyrm, Artemisia)
:b. Students:
::i. Álfdís Hallvardsdottir (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Jehannette de Brie (Borealis)
::iii. [[Dáire Ó Lochlainn]] (Shire of [[Ayresgarde]])

31. [[Caterina di Alessandro di Guglielmo Franceschi]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Nov 5, 2016 (AS LI)
:a. Apprenticed to [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. [[Dorothye Bolton]] (Myrgan Wood) OL
::ii. [[Taletta of Circle Hill]] (Montengarde)
::iii. [[Lorette de Chasteauneuf ]](Ealdormere)
:c. Students
::i. [[Alice Percy]]
::ii. Seeta of Mahim (Montengarde)

32. Philippe de Saint-Denis (Borealis) (Avacal) Apr 7, 2018 (AS LII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Rosaline Hampton (Bitter End)
::ii. Richard d'Hawk (Royal Lands)
::iii. Ruqayyah bint Abbas al-Ifriqi (Borealis) - Student

33. [[Dorothye Bolton]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) May 12, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Apprenticed to Caterina di Alessandro di Guglielmo Franceschi (Montengarde), protégé to Roxanne Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)
:b. Apprentices
::i. Shirakawa Yukime (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Rose the Silkwoman (Myrgan Wood)

34. [[Adelheid Holtzhauer]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Aug 31, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Apprenticed to [[Iain Archibald Guthrie]], fostered to [[Inga in hraustliga]] (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. Alexios Mavros (Myrgan Wood)

35. [[Katelijne van der Ast]] (Royal Lands) (Avacal) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Apprenticed to Countess Elisabeth de Rossignol and Anne-Marie d'Ailleurs (An Tir) and student to Linnet Kestrel (Tir Righ)

36. [[Bieiris de Romans]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)

37. [[Arwyn of Leicester]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Dec 7, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Also OP. Squired to Barak Hasrubal (Ealdormere)
:b. Apprenticed to Kataryna Tkach (Avacal),
:c. Apprentices:
::i. Talk to Arwyn

43. [[Morrigan Clubfoot]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Jun 18, 2022 (AS LVII)
:a. Apprenticed to [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] (Borealis)

44. [[Coryn of the Wode]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Feb 18, 2023 (AS LVII)
:a. Also OP

45. [[A'isha Rayhana al-Karim]] (Borealis) (Avacal) May 20, 2023 (AS LVIII)

46. [[Amery Stewart]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Sep 2, 2023 (AS LVIII)
:a. Apprenticed to [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] (Borealis)

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==PELICANS==

1. Laurel Venustas di Firenze (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 12, 1985 (AS XIX)

2. Darcy of Eagle's Crag (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 5, 1987 (AS XXII)

3. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 6, 1987 (AS XXII)
:a. Also OL
:b. Protégés
::i. Ellias Silver (Montengarde) OC

4. [[Aldreada of the Lakes]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jul 3, 1988 (AS XXIII)

5. Douglas Cameron of Skye (Bitter End) (An Tir) Sep 2, 1989 (AS XXIV)

6. Ragnar the Bold (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 1, 1991 (AS XXVI)

7. Edward Ross (Harrows Cross) (An Tir) Sep 5, 1993 (AS XXVIII)
:a. Also OC, OL

8. Caitlyn Emryss (Windwyrm) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1997 (AS XXXI)

9. Aelfwyn the Irresponsible (Ealdormere) (An Tir) May 17, 1997 (AS XXXII)

10. James d'Orleans (Montengarde) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1998 (AS XXXII)

11. Michael of Brecon (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1998 (AS XXXII)

12. John Macleod the Black (Borealis) (An Tir) Sep 5, 1998 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Also OL

13. Joan the Just of Lismore Isle (Borealis) (An Tir) Sep 6, 1998 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Protégés
::i. [[Bjar the Blue]]

14. Mordecai Salzer (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 6, 1998 (AS XXXIII)

15. Tygar of Skagen (Montengarde) (An Tir) Feb 24, 2001 (AS XXXV)

16. Alen Bendbow (Sigelhundas) (An Tir) May 19, 2001 (AS XXXVI)
:a. Also squire to Fenrick Vikingson

17. Heinrich Alois Kannessohn (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Apr 13, 2002 (AS XXXVI)

18. Adeline von Schwarzwald (Bordergate) (An Tir) May 18, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

19. Alfheim der Wundersman (Bordergate) (An Tir) Jun 28, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)
:a. Protégés
::i. Daegan O'Malley
::ii. Morris Kendrik
::iii. Pol Blackfist

20. Murchad mac Artgal (Montengarde) (An Tir) Aug 30, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

21. Nan Compton (Montengarde) (An Tir) Aug 30, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

22. Valgard Forkbeard (Borealis) (An Tir) Aug 30, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

23. Collin Ellwood (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Aug 31, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

24. [[Kraig von Langenthal]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Nov 26, 2005 (AS XL)
:a. Protégés
::i. Fjallgeirr Ljótsson (Myrgan Wood) (OP)
::ii. Tonis von Hoorn (Ealdormere) OD
::iii. Bóthildr Siguröardóttir (Montengarde), also to Mistress Tatiana Marana Melville of the Kingdom of Northshield
::v. Gabrielle of the Red Leaf (Bitter End)

25. [[Manyra Thorinsdottir]] (Rhuddglyn) (An Tir) Nov 26, 2005 (AS XL)

26. [[Roxanne Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Nov 26, 2005 (AS XL)
:a. Also cadet to [[William Bennet]] OP, OD (and to Iain Guthrie OWS)
:b. Protégés
::i. Cynethryth
::ii. Magdelena de Artes (Lochac)
::iii. Isobel Black (Myrgan Wood)
::iv. Alric the Indecisive (Myrgan Wood)
::v. [[Segdae Ua Faelain|Ségdae Úa Fáeláin]] (Sigelhundas) OP
::vi. Dorothye Bolton (Myrgan Wood) OL
::vii. Una Henriksdotter (Montengarde) OP
::viii. [[Ayame Houjou]] (Myrgan Wood) OGGS
::ix. Robert 'the bartender' Boniface (Myrgan Wood) OGGS

27. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 12, 2008 (AS XLII)
:a. Also OD
:b. Protégés
::i. [[Eirny Halladottir]] (She left us...)

28. [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jul 19, 2008 (AS XLIII)
:a. Also OC, OL

29. Deicyn Moel (Vinjar) (An Tir) Apr 18, 2009 (AS XLIII)

30. [[Sadb ingen Thuathail]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 6, 2009 (AS XLIV)
:a. Protégé to John MacLeod the Black (Borealis)
:b. Protégés
::i. Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater (Montengarde)
::ii. Hlíf Angarsdóttir (Bordergate)
::iii. Selewine Offeiriad Gwytherin (Avacal)
::iv. Jean de Chauliac (Borealis) OP
::v. Francis MacLaren (Bitter End) OP
::vi. Ellisif Snorradóttir (Montengarde) OP
::vii. Ádís ulfsdottir (Montengarde)
:c. Students
::i. Tatiana the Outspoken (Tir Righ)
::ii. Stragin Vikingsson (Avacal)

31. [[Raoul Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Jun 6, 2010 (AS XLV)
:a. Also OD, OC
:b. Protégés
::i. [[Hamish MacCarraig]]

32. [[Inga in hraustliga]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jan 7, 2012 (AS XLVI)
:a. Also OL, squired to Rauokinn Eyverska Starradottir (An Tir)
:b. Protégés
::i. Peter von Setzingen (Montengarde)
::ii. Anna (Vinjar)

33. [[Bjar the Blue]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Aug 4, 2012 (AS XLVII)
:a. Protégéd to Joan the Just
:b. Protégés
::i. Brangwayn the Everpresent (Montengarde)
::ii. Eirik of Two Ravens (Montengarde)

34. [[Jean de Chauliac]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Mar 9, 2013 (AS XLVII)
:a. Protégés
::i. Fergus of Carlisle (Borealis) OC, OP
::ii. Jenette Wen Moryen (Borealis)

35. Betha of Dawlish (Tir Bannog) (An Tir) May 4, 2013 (AS XLVIII) (deceased)

36. [[Gemma Delaroche]] (Danescombe) (An Tir) Jun 8, 2013 (AS XLVIII)
:a. Also OL
:b. Protégés
::i. Elene De Vere (Tir Righ)

37. [[Steinn Vikingsson]] (Danescombe) (An Tir) Jun 8, 2013 (AS XLVIII)
:a. Also OC,
:b. student to [[William Bennet]] (OD)

38. [[Kirk Einarsson]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Nov 22, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Also OC

39. [[Coryn of the Wode]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Dec 13, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Also OL
:b. Protégés
::i. [[Allert Pierson]]
::ii. Philippa the Lollard

40. [[Kathryn inghean Ui Mhaonaigh]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) May 2, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Also OC
:b. Also squire to Albrecht von Rügen
:c. Protégés
::i. Dahlia Yriansdottir (Borealis) OP

41. [[Faelan Ó Dálaigh]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Aug 15, 2015 (AS L)

42. [[Dezzrianne Draganova doch']] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Nov 21, 2015 (AS L)

43. [[Guillaine Rosalind de Gualle]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

44. Redacted

45. [[Maria de Vera della Cava|Divera della Cava]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Sep 9, 2016 (AS LI)
:a. Protégés
::i. Renee Carr (Bordergate)

46. [[Mika Machiavelli]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Nov 5, 2016 (AS LI)

47. [[Una Henriksdotter]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Mar 25, 2017 (AS LI)
:a. Also apprentice to Sadb ingen Thuathail (Borealis)
:b. Protégéd to Roxanne Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)

48. [[Fjallgeirr Ljótsson]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Jun 2, 2017 (AS LII)
:a. Protégéd to Kraig von Langenthal (Montengarde) also squire to Kirk Einarson
:b. Protégés
::i. Nataschja of Snowdon Hill (Avacal)
::ii. Talk to Fjall
::iii [[Hamelin L'Archier]] (Borealis)

49. [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Jun 2, 2017 (AS LII)
:a. Protégéd to
:b. Protégés
::i. Gabriel De Lion (Northsheild)
::ii. Audrey Hampton (Montengarde)

50. [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End) (Avacal) Sep 1, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Also OD
:b. Protégéd to Sadb ingen Thuathail (Borealis)

51. [[Fergus of Carlisle]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Sep 2, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Also OC
::b. Protégés
::i. Gwen MacFergus OP
::ii. Olaf the Snowman OC

52. [[Natal'ia Volkovicha]] (Tir Righ) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Also OL
::b. Protégés
::i. Anastasiia Ivanovicha
::ii. Astrid
:c. Student
::i. Helayne Sesardo Da Venezia

53. [[Arwyn of Leicester]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Dec 8, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Also OL, Squired to Barak Hasdrubal (Ealdormere)
:b. Protégéd to Fiona Averylle O'Connor of Maidenhead and Cerdic O'Cuileamhain

54. [[Daniel the Broc]] ([[Borealis]]) (Avacal) Apr 27, 2019 (AS LIII)

55. [[Ellisif Snorradóttir]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV)

56. [[Dahlia Yriansdottir]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Protégéd to Kathryn inghean Ui Mhaonaigh (Montengarde)

57. [[Medb Polestripper]] (Ayresgarde) (Avacal) September 3, 2022 (AS LVII)
:a. Protégé to Bjar the Blue (Montengarde)

58. [[Segdae Ua Faelain|Ségdae Úa Fáeláin]] (Sigelhundas) February 18, 2023 (AS LVII)
:a. Protégé to Roxanne Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)
:b. Protégés:
::i. [[Tófa Váladóttir]]

59. [[Hamelin L'Archer|Hamelin L'Archier]] (Borelais) (Avacal) September 2, 2023 (AS LVIII)
:a. Protégé to Fjallgeirr Ljótsson

60. [[Gwen MacFergus]] (Sigelhundas) (Avacal) April 27, 2024 (AS LVIII)
:a. Protégé to Fergus of Carlisle (Borealis)

61. [[Svava Suanhuita]] September 1, 2024

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==DEFENCE==

1. [[Rodrigo dela Vihuela de Navarra]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Nov 21, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Compañeros (Provosts)
::i. [[Allert Pierson]] (Montengarde)

2. [[Raoul Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Nov 21, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Also OP, OC
:b. Provosts
::i. [[Hamish MacCarraig]] (Sigelhundas)
::ii. [[Dietrich von Kleeve]] (Myrgan Wood)
::iii. [[Siobhan Delaroche]] (Sigelhundas)
::iv. [[Magdelena de Artes]] (Lochac)
::v. [[Ansgar Stonebreaker]] (Borealis)
::vi. [[Tonis van Hoorn]] (Ealdormere) OD OGGS
::vii. [[Vicente de España]]
::viii. Robert Boniface (Myrgan Wood) OGGS

3. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Nov 21, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Also OP
:b. Provosts
::i. Roxanne Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Steinn Vikingsson (Tir Righ)
::iii. Beoaed O Dalaigh (Borealis)
::iv. Samael of Borealis
::v. Malabar Membro Spaccata (Borealis)

4. [[Reme the Burgundian]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Feb 13, 2016 (AS L)

5. Edmund the Lame (Vinjar) (Avacal) Mar 14, 2017 (AS LI) (deceased)

6. [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End) (Avacal) Apr 22, 2017 (AS LI)
:a. Also OP
:b. Provost to Reme the Burgundian (Borealis)
:c. Provosts
::i. Gunther Roriksson (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Tommaso Tiepolo (Borealis) OD

7. [[Tonis van Hoorn]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Apr 22, 2017 (AS LI)
:a. Provost to Raoul Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)
:b. Provosts/Students
::i. Peter von Setzingen (Montengarde)
::ii. Henry the Bohemian (Montengarde)
::iii. Muirenn ingen meic in Gobann (Montengarde)

8. [[Tommaso Tiepolo]] (Borealis) (Avacal) May 18, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Provost to Francis MacLaren (Bitter End)
:b. Provosts
::i. [[Caelfind]] (Borealis)
::ii. [[Tarazena Machiavelli]] (Borealis)
::iii. [[Luciano Tiepolo]] (Borealis)

9. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Dec 7, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Provost to [[Reme the Burgundian]] (Borealis)
:b. Provosts
::i. Lorenzo of Borealis

10. [[Castra D'Or]] ([[Borealis]]) ([[Avacal]]) Sep 2, 2023 (ASLVIII)
:a. Provost to ?? (??)
:b. Provosts
::i. ??

11. [[Bjar the Blue]] ([[Montengarde]]) ([[Avacal]]) Mar 16, 2024 (AS LVIII)
:a. Provost to ?? (??)
:b. Provosts
::i. ??

==THE MARK==
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Fealty Relationships

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==KNIGHTS==

1. [[Hugo von Feuerklippe]] (Sigelhundas) (Midrealm) Oct 28, 1978 (AS XIII)

2. [[Conrad von Graz]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 2, 1984 (AS XIX)
:a. Squires
::i. Edward Sterling (Borealis)
::ii. Haakon (Borealis)
::iii. [[Geofry of Cyrtenham]] (Myrgan Wood)
::iv. Eric Ravenson (Myrgan Wood)
::v. [[Taras of Kiev]] (Myrgan Wood) OC

3. Aethelhere the Unsteady (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 6, 1987 (AS XXII)
:a. Also OL

4. [[Edward Ross]] (Harrows Cross) (An Tir) Jul 2, 1988 (AS XXIII)
:a. Also OP, OL
:b. Squires
::i. [[Albrecht von Rügen]] (Borealis) OC
::ii. [[Murchad mac Artgal]] (Montengarde) OC
::iii. Thorwulf Bjornson (Tir Righ) OC, OL
5. Wulfhere the Capacious (Montengarde) deceased

6. [[Rorik Gunnarson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 22, 1993 (AS XXVIII)
:a. Squired to Gunnar Brunwulf (An Tir)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] (Sigelhundas) OC
::ii. [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood) OC

7. [[Albrecht von Rügen]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 29, 1996 (AS XXXI)
:a. Squired to [[Edward Ross]] (Montengarde)
:b. Squires
::i. Eric Rugenson (Borealis) OC
::ii. [[Kathryn inghean Ui Mhaonaigh]] (Montengarde) OP, OC
::iii. [[Ogedei Bahadur]] (Montengarde) OC

8. [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 29, 1996 (AS XXXI)
:a. Also OL, OP
:b. Squired to Sven Fallgr Gunnarsson (An Tir)
:c. Squires
::i. Phalan Gann (Ealdormere) OC
::ii. Fenrick Vikingsson (Borealis) OC
::iii. [[Einar Vikingsson]] (Borealis) OC
::iv. [[Steinn Vikingsson]] (Tir Righ) OC, OP
::v. Edward Vikingsson (Borealis)
::vi. Volchuck (Bordergate)
::vii. Iain Archibald Guthrie (Avacal) OL
::viii. Stragin Vikingsson (Avacal)

9. Thorwulf Bjornson (Fjordland) (An Tir) Aug 3, 1996 (AS XXXI)
:a. Also OL
:b. Squired to [[Edward Ross]] (Montengarde)
:c. Squires
::i. Varrus Lupus (Montengarde) OC

10. [[Taras of Kiev]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1998 (AS XXXII)
:a. Squired to [[Conrad von Graz]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. Robert Stokestay (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Shamus van de Ponseele (Valley Wold)

11. [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Jan 23, 1999 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Squired to [[Rorik Gunnarson]] (Borealis)
:b. Also Provost to [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End)
:c. Squires
::i. Hrogn Gunthersson (Myrgan Wood) OC
::ii. [[Vladimir Korsak]] (Myrgan Wood) OC

12. [[Murchad mac Artgal]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Feb 27, 1999 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Squired to [[Edward Ross]] (Montengarde)

13. [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] (Sigelhundas) (An Tir) Oct 9, 1999 (AS XXXIV)
:a. Squired to [[Rorik Gunnarson]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis) OC
::ii. [[Kvigr Ivarsson]] (Myrgan Wood) OC
::iii. Amya Lyghtefot (Myrgan Wood)
::iv. Hraerik Ivarson (Montengarde)
::v. [[Grimólfr Griótgarðsson]] (Myrgan Wood)
::vi. Skald the Peacemaker (Myrgan Wood)
::vii. [[Ferghail MacIngill]] (Myrgan Wood)

14. [[Angar Skeggisson|Angar Ninefingers]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Apr 13, 2002 (AS XXXVI)
:a. Squired to Skeggi Nyewcombe (An Tir)
:b. Squires
::i. Aelhunn Angarsson (Montengarde)
::ii. Hlíf Angarsdóttir (Bordergate)

15. [[Steinn Vikingsson]] (Danescombe) (An Tir) Feb 22, 2003 (AS XXXVII)
:a. Also OP, student to [[William Bennet]] (OD)
:b. Squired to [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis)
:c. Squires
::i. [[Raoul Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) OP OD OC
::ii. Jajiradai Batu (Montengarde)
::iii. Laric Godwin (Tir Righ)
::iv. Khudyka Dobrakovich (Tir Right) man-at-arms?

16. [[Einar Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Aug 30, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)
:a. Squired to [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. Hakon (Borealis)
::ii. [[Oli Einarsson]] (Borealis)
::iii. Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr (Borealis)

17. [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 4, 2005 (AS XL)
:a. Squired to [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] (Sigelhundas)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Ellias Silver]] (Montengarde) OC
::ii. John Wernarson (Borealis) OC

18. [[Arnsbjorn Tiernanson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jul 15, 2006 (AS XLI)
:a. Squired to Tiernan mor dal Cais (An Tir)
:b. Squires
::i. Astrid Arnsbjorndottir (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Ragnarr Ottarsson

19. [[Kvigr Ivarsson]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Feb 23, 2008 (AS XLII)
:a. Squired to [[Ivarr Roriksson the Black]] (Sigelhundas)
:b. Squires
::i. Hvarr Kvigrsson (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Eirikr Kvigrsson (Myrgan Wood)
::iii. Markus Pheilsmid (Tir Righ)
::iv. Jorgen (Myrgan Wood)

20. [[Aiden ap Grendal]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 22, 2010 (AS XLV)
:a. Squired to Nikolai Grendal Gornych (An Tir) OL
:b. Squires
::i. [[Ansgar Stonebreaker | Ansgar Stormbreaker]] (Borealis)

21. [[Toryn Davinson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 23, 2010 (AS XLV)
:a. Squired to Davin Steingrimson (An Tir)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Jean de Chauliac]] (Borealis) OP

22. [[Ogedei Bahadur]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jun 18, 2011 (AS XLVI)
:a. Squired to [[Albrecht von Rügen]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. Henry of Bohemia (Montengarde) man-at-arms
::ii. [[Donnan Sionnach]] (Montengarde)
::iii. Skane Tyrsson (Montengarde)

23. [[Kirk Einarsson]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jun 24, 2012 (AS XLVII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Squired to Einar (Oak) Guntharson (Tir Righ) & Einar Vikingson (Borealis)
:c. Squires
::i. Martin McDuff (Montengarde)
::ii. Bóthildr Siguröardóttir (Montengarde) man-at-arms

24. [[Ellias Silver]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Nov 22, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Squired to [[Wernar Ivarson]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires

25. [[Eric Rugenson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Nov 22, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Squired to [[Albrecht von Rügen]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Olaf the Snowman | Olaf Ericsson the Snowman]] (Vinjar) OC
::ii. Aman Brennan (Borealis)

26. [[Fenrick Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 2, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Squired to [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Alen Bendbow]] (Sigelhundas) OP

27. [[Gaius Artorius Varus Lupus]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Sep 12, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Squired to Thorwulf (Tir Righ)
:b. Squires
::i. [[Arjun Singh]] (Montengarde)
::ii. [[Sigfuss Thorulfsson]] (Montengarde)

28. [[Fergus of Carlisle]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)
:a. Also OP
:b. Squires
::i. Marcus Artorius (Bitter End)
::ii. Nikr Fjalsson (Myrgan Wood)
::iii. Hagar Fergusson (Borealis)

29. [[Hjalti inn Undarligr Vikingr]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Aug 13, 2016 (AS LI)
a. Squired to [[Einar Vikingsson]] (Borealis)

30. [[Hrogn Gunthersson]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Nov 18, 2017 (AS LII)
:a. Squired to [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood)
:b. Squires
::i. Thorgunn inn Vidforli (Myrgan Wood)
31. [[Kiera]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Jun 3, 2018 (AS LIII)

32. [[Vladimir Korsak]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Squired to [[Gunther Rorikson]] (Myrgan Wood)

33. [[Olaf the Snowman | Olaf Ericsson the Snowman]] (Vinjar) (Avacal) Feb 15, 2020 (AS LIV)
:a. Squired to Eric Rugenson (Borealis)

34. [[Raoul Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Oct 8, 2022 (AS LVII)
:a. Also OP, OD
:b. Squired to [[Steinn Vikingsson]] (Tir Righ)
:c. Squires
::i. [[Conan of Myrgan Wood]]
::ii. [[Philipp of the Lakes]]

35. [[Kathryn inghean Ui Mhaonaigh]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) May 20, 2023 (AS LVIII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Squired to Albrecht von Rugen

36. [[John Wernarsson]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Jul 1, 2023 (AS LVIII)
:a. Squired to [[Wernar Ivarson]]
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==LAURELS==

1. Bjorn Isenkrammenhandler (Montengarde) (West) Aug 1, 1981 (AS XVI)

2. Ark of Ringholden (Montengarde) (Outlands) May 23, 1987 (AS XXII)

3. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jul 2, 1988 (AS XXIII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Apprentices
::i. Ellias Silver (Montengarde) OC
::ii. Caiaphas Durant Ramberti (Montengarde) (Cancelled)
::iii. Margaret of Newark Abbey (Montengarde) OL
::iv. Cynewulf (Borealis)
:c. Students
::i. Theophina SilverLeaf (Borealis)

4. Edward Ross (Harrows Cross) (An Tir) Jul 2, 1988 (AS XXIII)
:a. Also OP, OC

5. Aethelhere the Unsteady (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jul 2, 1988 (AS XXIII)
:a. Also OC

6. Sigrid Rabenfels (Borealis) (An Tir) Sep 2, 1990 (AS XXV) (deceased)

7. Thorwulf Bjornson (Fjordland) (An Tir) Jan 11, 1992 (AS XXVI)
:a. Also OC

8. Aelfwyn the Irresponsible (Ealdormere) (An Tir) Jan 30, 1993 (AS XXVII)

9. Eric the Trespasser (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 8, 1994 (AS XXVIII)

10. Enid ferch Rhodri (Avacal) (An Tir) Dec 3, 1994 (AS XXIX)

11. Laurel Venustas di Firenze (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 7, 1995 (AS XXIX)

12. Fabienne l'Accusee (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1998 (AS XXXII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Pandora (Myrgan Wood)

13. John Macleod the Black (Borealis) (An Tir) Jan 23, 1999 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Also OP
:b. Apprentices
::i. [[Sadb ingen Thuathail]] (Borealis) OP OL

14. Margaret of Newark Abbey (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 23, 1999 (AS XXXIII)

15. Morgan the Unknown (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 23, 1999 (AS XXXIII)

16. Cennet o Llangollen (Borealis) (An Tir) Oct 9, 1999 (AS XXXIV)

17. [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Feb 22, 2003 (AS XXXVII)
:a. Also OC, OP

18. [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] (Borealis) (An Tir) May 17, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Johanna Katrin (Montengarde)
::ii. Kora Kendal (Borealis)
::iii. [[Caterina di Alessandro di Guglielmo Franceschi]], OL (Montengarde)
::iv. [[Amery Stewart]], OL (Borealis)

19. Michael Seamus O'Byrne (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jun 5, 2004 (AS XXXIX)

20. [[Inga in hraustliga]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jul 16, 2005 (AS XL)
:a. Also OP, squired to Rauokinn Eyverska Starradottir (An Tir)
:b. Apprentices
::i. Guillaine Rosalind de Gualle (Borealis) OL, OP
::ii. Dyrfinna the Wanderer (Montengarde) OL
::iii. Adelheid Holtzhauer (Borealis) (Foster) OL
::iv. Aerron Corino (An Tir)
::v. Anabel Hastings (Borealis)
::vi. Anna (Vinjar)
::vii. Heléne d'Anjou (An Tir)
:c. Students
::i. Arnaut Guilhem de Najac (Montengarde)
::ii. Tomas de Courcy (Borealis)
::iii. Fionnghuala ingen Chellaig (Borealis)
::iv. Marie de Monte (An Tir)

21. [[Sadb ingen Thuathail]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jul 8, 2006 (AS XLI)
:a. Apprenticed to John MacLeod the Black (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. Natal'ia Volkovicha (Tir Righ) OL
::ii. Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater (Montengarde)
::iii. Hlíf Angarsdóttir (Bordergate) OL
::iv. Selewine Offeiriad Gwytherin (Avacal)
::v. Una Henriksdotter (Montengarde) OP
::vi. Ellisif Snorradóttir (Montengarde) OP
::vii. Ádís ulfsdottir (Montengarde)
::viii. Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater (Montengarde)
::ix. Titus Cornelius Britanniccus (Avacal)
:c. Students
::i. Tatiana the Outspoken (Tir Righ)
::ii. Jean de Chauliac (Borealis) OP

22. Susane le Peyntour (Tir Righ) (An Tir) May 19, 2007 (AS XLII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Rowan the Bard (Bordergate)
::ii. Rosalyn of Sigelhundas (Sigelhundas)

23. [[Iain Archibald Guthrie]] (Avacal) (An Tir) May 16, 2009 (AS XLIV)
:a. Also squire to Vik Vikingson (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. [[Adelheid Holtzhauer]] (Borealis)

24. Dragoslava Vladislasa doch (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 23, 2012 (AS XLVII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Onund Gunderson (Borealis)

25. [[Dyrfinna the Wanderer]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Mar 9, 2013 (AS XLVII)
:a. Apprenticed to Inga in hraustliga (Borealis)

26. [[Guillaine Rosalind de Gualle]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Mar 9, 2013 (AS XLVII)
:a. Apprenticed to Inga in hraustliga (Borealis)

27. [[Gemma Delaroche]] (Danescombe) (An Tir) Nov 30, 2013 (AS XLVIII)
:a. Also OP

28. [[Maiosara thugater Azarionos]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jun 28, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Apprenticed to Achaxe (An Tir)

29. [[Natal'ia Volkovicha]] (Cold Keep) (An Tir) Jun 28, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Apprenticed to Sadb ingen Thuathail (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. [[Oli Einarsson]] (Borealis)

30. [[Kataryna Tkach]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Nov 7, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Apprentices
::i. [[Li Xia]] (Sigelhundas)
::ii. [[Arwyn of Leicester]] (Borealis) OL, OP
::iii. Morgan the Bald (Shire of Stan Wyrm, Artemisia)
:b. Students:
::i. Álfdís Hallvardsdottir (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Jehannette de Brie (Borealis)
::iii. [[Dáire Ó Lochlainn]] (Shire of [[Ayresgarde]])

31. [[Caterina di Alessandro di Guglielmo Franceschi]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Nov 5, 2016 (AS LI)
:a. Apprenticed to [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. [[Dorothye Bolton]] (Myrgan Wood) OL
::ii. [[Taletta of Circle Hill]] (Montengarde)
::iii. [[Lorette de Chasteauneuf ]](Ealdormere)
:c. Students
::i. [[Alice Percy]]
::ii. Seeta of Mahim (Montengarde)

32. Philippe de Saint-Denis (Borealis) (Avacal) Apr 7, 2018 (AS LII)
:a. Apprentices
::i. Rosaline Hampton (Bitter End)
::ii. Richard d'Hawk (Royal Lands)
::iii. Ruqayyah bint Abbas al-Ifriqi (Borealis) - Student

33. [[Dorothye Bolton]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) May 12, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Apprenticed to Caterina di Alessandro di Guglielmo Franceschi (Montengarde), protégé to Roxanne Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)
:b. Apprentices
::i. Shirakawa Yukime (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Rose the Silkwoman (Myrgan Wood)

34. [[Adelheid Holtzhauer]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Aug 31, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Apprenticed to [[Iain Archibald Guthrie]], fostered to [[Inga in hraustliga]] (Borealis)
:b. Apprentices
::i. Alexios Mavros (Myrgan Wood)

35. [[Katelijne van der Ast]] (Royal Lands) (Avacal) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Apprenticed to Countess Elisabeth de Rossignol and Anne-Marie d'Ailleurs (An Tir) and student to Linnet Kestrel (Tir Righ)

36. [[Bieiris de Romans]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Nov 16, 2019 (AS LIV)

37. [[Arwyn of Leicester]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Dec 7, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Also OP. Squired to Barak Hasrubal (Ealdormere)
:b. Apprenticed to Kataryna Tkach (Avacal),
:c. Apprentices:
::i. Talk to Arwyn

43. [[Morrigan Clubfoot]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Jun 18, 2022 (AS LVII)
:a. Apprenticed to [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] (Borealis)

44. [[Coryn of the Wode]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Feb 18, 2023 (AS LVII)
:a. Also OP

45. [[A'isha Rayhana al-Karim]] (Borealis) (Avacal) May 20, 2023 (AS LVIII)

46. [[Amery Stewart]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Sep 2, 2023 (AS LVIII)
:a. Apprenticed to [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] (Borealis)

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==PELICANS==

1. Laurel Venustas di Firenze (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 12, 1985 (AS XIX)

2. Darcy of Eagle's Crag (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 5, 1987 (AS XXII)

3. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 6, 1987 (AS XXII)
:a. Also OL
:b. Protégés
::i. Ellias Silver (Montengarde) OC

4. [[Aldreada of the Lakes]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jul 3, 1988 (AS XXIII)

5. Douglas Cameron of Skye (Bitter End) (An Tir) Sep 2, 1989 (AS XXIV)

6. Ragnar the Bold (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 1, 1991 (AS XXVI)

7. Edward Ross (Harrows Cross) (An Tir) Sep 5, 1993 (AS XXVIII)
:a. Also OC, OL

8. Caitlyn Emryss (Windwyrm) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1997 (AS XXXI)

9. Aelfwyn the Irresponsible (Ealdormere) (An Tir) May 17, 1997 (AS XXXII)

10. James d'Orleans (Montengarde) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1998 (AS XXXII)

11. Michael of Brecon (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Feb 22, 1998 (AS XXXII)

12. John Macleod the Black (Borealis) (An Tir) Sep 5, 1998 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Also OL

13. Joan the Just of Lismore Isle (Borealis) (An Tir) Sep 6, 1998 (AS XXXIII)
:a. Protégés
::i. [[Bjar the Blue]]

14. Mordecai Salzer (Montengarde) (An Tir) Sep 6, 1998 (AS XXXIII)

15. Tygar of Skagen (Montengarde) (An Tir) Feb 24, 2001 (AS XXXV)

16. Alen Bendbow (Sigelhundas) (An Tir) May 19, 2001 (AS XXXVI)
:a. Also squire to Fenrick Vikingson

17. Heinrich Alois Kannessohn (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Apr 13, 2002 (AS XXXVI)

18. Adeline von Schwarzwald (Bordergate) (An Tir) May 18, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

19. Alfheim der Wundersman (Bordergate) (An Tir) Jun 28, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)
:a. Protégés
::i. Daegan O'Malley
::ii. Morris Kendrik
::iii. Pol Blackfist

20. Murchad mac Artgal (Montengarde) (An Tir) Aug 30, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

21. Nan Compton (Montengarde) (An Tir) Aug 30, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

22. Valgard Forkbeard (Borealis) (An Tir) Aug 30, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

23. Collin Ellwood (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Aug 31, 2003 (AS XXXVIII)

24. [[Kraig von Langenthal]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Nov 26, 2005 (AS XL)
:a. Protégés
::i. Fjallgeirr Ljótsson (Myrgan Wood) (OP)
::ii. Tonis von Hoorn (Ealdormere) OD
::iii. Bóthildr Siguröardóttir (Montengarde), also to Mistress Tatiana Marana Melville of the Kingdom of Northshield
::v. Gabrielle of the Red Leaf (Bitter End)

25. [[Manyra Thorinsdottir]] (Rhuddglyn) (An Tir) Nov 26, 2005 (AS XL)

26. [[Roxanne Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Nov 26, 2005 (AS XL)
:a. Also cadet to [[William Bennet]] OP, OD (and to Iain Guthrie OWS)
:b. Protégés
::i. Cynethryth
::ii. Magdelena de Artes (Lochac)
::iii. Isobel Black (Myrgan Wood)
::iv. Alric the Indecisive (Myrgan Wood)
::v. [[Segdae Ua Faelain|Ségdae Úa Fáeláin]] (Sigelhundas) OP
::vi. Dorothye Bolton (Myrgan Wood) OL
::vii. Una Henriksdotter (Montengarde) OP
::viii. [[Ayame Houjou]] (Myrgan Wood) OGGS
::ix. Robert 'the bartender' Boniface (Myrgan Wood) OGGS

27. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Jan 12, 2008 (AS XLII)
:a. Also OD
:b. Protégés
::i. [[Eirny Halladottir]] (She left us...)

28. [[Vik Vikingsson]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jul 19, 2008 (AS XLIII)
:a. Also OC, OL

29. Deicyn Moel (Vinjar) (An Tir) Apr 18, 2009 (AS XLIII)

30. [[Sadb ingen Thuathail]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jun 6, 2009 (AS XLIV)
:a. Protégé to John MacLeod the Black (Borealis)
:b. Protégés
::i. Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater (Montengarde)
::ii. Hlíf Angarsdóttir (Bordergate)
::iii. Selewine Offeiriad Gwytherin (Avacal)
::iv. Jean de Chauliac (Borealis) OP
::v. Francis MacLaren (Bitter End) OP
::vi. Ellisif Snorradóttir (Montengarde) OP
::vii. Ádís ulfsdottir (Montengarde)
:c. Students
::i. Tatiana the Outspoken (Tir Righ)
::ii. Stragin Vikingsson (Avacal)

31. [[Raoul Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) (An Tir) Jun 6, 2010 (AS XLV)
:a. Also OD, OC
:b. Protégés
::i. [[Hamish MacCarraig]]

32. [[Inga in hraustliga]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Jan 7, 2012 (AS XLVI)
:a. Also OL, squired to Rauokinn Eyverska Starradottir (An Tir)
:b. Protégés
::i. Peter von Setzingen (Montengarde)
::ii. Anna (Vinjar)

33. [[Bjar the Blue]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Aug 4, 2012 (AS XLVII)
:a. Protégéd to Joan the Just
:b. Protégés
::i. Brangwayn the Everpresent (Montengarde)
::ii. Eirik of Two Ravens (Montengarde)

34. [[Jean de Chauliac]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Mar 9, 2013 (AS XLVII)
:a. Protégés
::i. Fergus of Carlisle (Borealis) OC, OP
::ii. Jenette Wen Moryen (Borealis)

35. Betha of Dawlish (Tir Bannog) (An Tir) May 4, 2013 (AS XLVIII) (deceased)

36. [[Gemma Delaroche]] (Danescombe) (An Tir) Jun 8, 2013 (AS XLVIII)
:a. Also OL
:b. Protégés
::i. Elene De Vere (Tir Righ)

37. [[Steinn Vikingsson]] (Danescombe) (An Tir) Jun 8, 2013 (AS XLVIII)
:a. Also OC,
:b. student to [[William Bennet]] (OD)

38. [[Kirk Einarsson]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) Nov 22, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Also OC

39. [[Coryn of the Wode]] (Borealis) (An Tir) Dec 13, 2014 (AS XLIX)
:a. Also OL
:b. Protégés
::i. [[Allert Pierson]]
::ii. Philippa the Lollard

40. [[Kathryn inghean Ui Mhaonaigh]] (Montengarde) (An Tir) May 2, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Also OC
:b. Also squire to Albrecht von Rügen
:c. Protégés
::i. Dahlia Yriansdottir (Borealis) OP

41. [[Faelan Ó Dálaigh]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Aug 15, 2015 (AS L)

42. [[Dezzrianne Draganova doch']] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Nov 21, 2015 (AS L)

43. [[Guillaine Rosalind de Gualle]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Jul 1, 2016 (AS LI)

44. Redacted

45. [[Maria de Vera della Cava|Divera della Cava]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Sep 9, 2016 (AS LI)
:a. Protégés
::i. Renee Carr (Bordergate)

46. [[Mika Machiavelli]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Nov 5, 2016 (AS LI)

47. [[Una Henriksdotter]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Mar 25, 2017 (AS LI)
:a. Also apprentice to Sadb ingen Thuathail (Borealis)
:b. Protégéd to Roxanne Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)

48. [[Fjallgeirr Ljótsson]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Jun 2, 2017 (AS LII)
:a. Protégéd to Kraig von Langenthal (Montengarde) also squire to Kirk Einarson
:b. Protégés
::i. Nataschja of Snowdon Hill (Avacal)
::ii. Talk to Fjall
::iii [[Hamelin L'Archier]] (Borealis)

49. [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Jun 2, 2017 (AS LII)
:a. Protégéd to
:b. Protégés
::i. Gabriel De Lion (Northsheild)
::ii. Audrey Hampton (Montengarde)

50. [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End) (Avacal) Sep 1, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Also OD
:b. Protégéd to Sadb ingen Thuathail (Borealis)

51. [[Fergus of Carlisle]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Sep 2, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Also OC
::b. Protégés
::i. Gwen MacFergus OP
::ii. Olaf the Snowman OC

52. [[Natal'ia Volkovicha]] (Tir Righ) Nov 17, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Also OL
::b. Protégés
::i. Anastasiia Ivanovicha
::ii. Astrid
:c. Student
::i. Helayne Sesardo Da Venezia

53. [[Arwyn of Leicester]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Dec 8, 2018 (AS LIII)
:a. Also OL, Squired to Barak Hasdrubal (Ealdormere)
:b. Protégéd to Fiona Averylle O'Connor of Maidenhead and Cerdic O'Cuileamhain

54. [[Daniel the Broc]] ([[Borealis]]) (Avacal) Apr 27, 2019 (AS LIII)

55. [[Ellisif Snorradóttir]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV)

56. [[Dahlia Yriansdottir]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Jun 1, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Protégéd to Kathryn inghean Ui Mhaonaigh (Montengarde)

57. [[Medb Polestripper]] (Ayresgarde) (Avacal) September 3, 2022 (AS LVII)
:a. Protégé to Bjar the Blue (Montengarde)

58. [[Segdae Ua Faelain|Ségdae Úa Fáeláin]] (Sigelhundas) February 18, 2023 (AS LVII)
:a. Protégé to Roxanne Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)
:b. Protégés:
::i. [[Tófa Váladóttir]]

59. [[Hamelin L'Archer|Hamelin L'Archier]] (Borelais) (Avacal) September 2, 2023 (AS LVIII)
:a. Protégé to Fjallgeirr Ljótsson

60. [[Gwen MacFergus]] (Sigelhundas) (Avacal) April 27, 2024 (AS LVIII)
:a. Protégé to Fergus of Carlisle (Borealis)

61. [[Svava Suanhuita]] September 1, 2024

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==DEFENCE==

1. [[Rodrigo dela Vihuela de Navarra]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Nov 21, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Compañeros (Provosts)
::i. [[Allert Pierson]] (Montengarde)

2. [[Raoul Delaroche]] (Myrgan Wood) (Avacal) Nov 21, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Also OP, OC
:b. Provosts
::i. [[Hamish MacCarraig]] (Sigelhundas)
::ii. [[Dietrich von Kleeve]] (Myrgan Wood)
::iii. [[Siobhan Delaroche]] (Sigelhundas)
::iv. [[Magdelena de Artes]] (Lochac)
::v. [[Ansgar Stonebreaker]] (Borealis)
::vi. [[Tonis van Hoorn]] (Ealdormere) OD OGGS
::vii. [[Vicente de España]]
::viii. Robert Boniface (Myrgan Wood) OGGS

3. [[William Bennet]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Nov 21, 2015 (AS L)
:a. Also OP
:b. Provosts
::i. Roxanne Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Steinn Vikingsson (Tir Righ)
::iii. Beoaed O Dalaigh (Borealis)
::iv. Samael of Borealis
::v. Malabar Membro Spaccata (Borealis)

4. [[Reme the Burgundian]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Feb 13, 2016 (AS L)

5. Edmund the Lame (Vinjar) (Avacal) Mar 14, 2017 (AS LI) (deceased)

6. [[Francis MacLaren]] (Bitter End) (Avacal) Apr 22, 2017 (AS LI)
:a. Also OP
:b. Provost to Reme the Burgundian (Borealis)
:c. Provosts
::i. Gunther Roriksson (Myrgan Wood)
::ii. Tommaso Tiepolo (Borealis) OD

7. [[Tonis van Hoorn]] (Montengarde) (Avacal) Apr 22, 2017 (AS LI)
:a. Provost to Raoul Delaroche (Myrgan Wood)
:b. Provosts/Students
::i. Peter von Setzingen (Montengarde)
::ii. Henry the Bohemian (Montengarde)
::iii. Muirenn ingen meic in Gobann (Montengarde)

8. [[Tommaso Tiepolo]] (Borealis) (Avacal) May 18, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Provost to Francis MacLaren (Bitter End)
:b. Provosts
::i. [[Caelfind]] (Borealis)
::ii. [[Tarazena Machiavelli]] (Borealis)
::iii. [[Luciano Tiepolo]] (Borealis)

9. [[Robert of Clan Gunn]] (Borealis) (Avacal) Dec 7, 2019 (AS LIV)
:a. Provost to [[Reme the Burgundian]] (Borealis)
:b. Provosts
::i. Lorenzo of Borealis
==THE MARK==
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Taletta of Circle Hill

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Taletta:

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Taletta resides in [[Montengarde]] and has been a participating member of the SCA since May 2009.

She has three children: "[[Thalia]]", "Rollo" & "Velle".

At [[Twelfth Night]] 2026, Taletta became an Apprentice to Monna [[Caterina di Alessandro di Guglielmo Franceschi]], OL.

== PERSONA ==

== MENTORS ==
*Mistress [[Morrigan Clubfoot]], OL, OGGS
*Count Sir [[Wernar Ivarsson]], OC
*Master [[Francis MacLaren|Mr. MacLaren]], OD

== PORTFOLIO ==
'''Service'''
*[[Chronicler]] of [[Montengarde]] - 2010 to 2014; 2018 to 2019
*[[Curia]] Minutes Taker, as called upon/needed.
*[[Quad War]] 2012 - Gate Volunteer
*[[Montengarde]] [[Samhain]] 2013 - Event Co-Steward with [[Caterina di Alessandro di Guglielmo Franceschi]]
*Reporting Deputy, Minister of Arts & Scienes - 2013 to 2015
*[[Montengarde]] [[Samhain]] 2015 - Event Team Member
*[[Avacal]]'s First Reign with [[Albrecht von Rügen]] & [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] - Retinue (Behind the Scenes)
*[[Avacal]]'s Fourth Reign with [[Albrecht von Rügen]] & [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] - Retinue, Lady in Waiting
*[[Chronicler]] of [[Montengarde]] - 2018 to 2019
*[[Avacal]]'s Nineteenth Reign with [[Aiden ap Grendal]] & [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] - [[Largesse]] Coordinator (2025-2026)
*Seamstress to Various Royal Wardrobes - Ongoing/As needed

'''Arts & Sciences'''
*[[Largesse]] Maker/Addict: various Bags, Pouches & Pockets and anything else that comes to mind.
*In 2010, was asked to embroider on the knotwork for [[Kirk Einarsson]]'s step-up Tunic.
*Made Matching Helmet Toques for an [[An Tir]] [[Crown|King]] & [[Crown|Queen]] 's twin sons at the request of [[Princess]] [[Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater]].
*Made Baronial Largess Baskets and gifted them to the Baronesses of each Barony at [[History of Sergentry in An Tir|Sergeantry Trials]] in 2014?
*Patterned and Hand finished an Under Tunic, made handsewn buttonholes for the first time on a Houpelande? Coat for [[Toryn Davinsson]] for his Third Reign as [[Prince]] of [[Avacal]].
*Employed as one of the Royal Tailors under Mistress [[Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift]] during the reign of [[Fergus of Karlisle and Kora Kendal]]

== AWARDS & RECOGNITION ==
*[[Golden Link]] - [[Montengarde]] [[Twelfth Night]] - AS XLV (January 15, 2011): bestowed by [[Baron / Baroness|Baron]] [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and [[Baron / Baroness|Baroness]] [[Wilma the Still]] of [[Montengarde]]

*[[Award of Arms]] ([[Avacal]]) - [[Montengarde]] [[Twelfth Night]] - AS XLV (January 15, 2011): bestowed by [[Prince]] [[Kirk Einarsson]] and [[Princess]] [[Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater]] of [[Avacal]]

*[[Order of the Rose Petal]] - [[Montengarde]] [[Twelfth Night]] - AS XLVI (January 14, 2012): bestowed by [[Baron / Baroness|Baron]] [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and [[Baron / Baroness|Baroness]] [[Wilma the Still]] of [[Montengarde]]

*[[Prince's Favour|Khan's Favour]] ([[Avacal]]) - [[Quad War]] - AS XLVII (August 4, 2012): bestowed by [[Ogedei Bahadur]], [[Prince|Khan]] of [[Avacal]] (Also known as a [[Prince's Favor]])

*[[Queen's Favor|Queen's Favour]] ([[Avacal]]) - [[Winter Coronation]] - AS L (February 13, 2016): bestowed by [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]], [[Crown|Queen]] of [[Avacal]]

*[[King's Favor|King's Favour]] ([[Avacal]]) - [[Winter Coronation]] - AS L (February 13, 2016): bestowed by [[Albrecht von Rügen]], [[Crown|King]] of [[Avacal]]

*[[Order of the Winged Lynx]] ([[Avacal]])- [[Montengarde]] [[Twelfth Night]] - AS LI (January 21, 2017): bestowed by [[Albrecht von Rügen]], [[Crown|King]] & [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]], [[Crown|Queen]] of [[Avacal]]

*[[Queen's Favor|Queen's Favour]] ([[Avacal]]) - [[Summer Coronation]] - AS LII (June 2, 2017): bestowed by [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]], [[Crown|Queen]] of [[Avacal]]

*[[Baroness' Favor|Baroness' Favour]] ([[Montengarde]]) - [[Montengarde]] [[Twelfth Night]] - AS LIII (January 19, 2019): bestowed by [[Brangwayn Hesson]] the Everpresent, [[Baron / Baroness|Baroness]] of [[Montengarde]]

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Patent of Arms

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Taletta:

The holders of '''Patents of Arms''' are considered Peers. They may be subdivided into two categories: [[Royal Peers]], which are those gentles who have held royal rank at least once, and Peers of the Society, who are members of one of the four Great Orders.

Peers of the Society are members of:
* The [[Order of Chivalry]]
* The [[Order of the Laurel]]
* The [[Order of the Pelican]]
* The [[Order of Defense]]
* The [[Order of Mark|Order of the Mark]]

[[Category:Glossary]]
[[Category:Awards]]

Patent of Arms

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Taletta:

The holders of '''Patents of Arms''' are considered Peers. They may be subdivided into two categories: [[Royal Peers]], which are those gentles who have held royal rank at least once, and Peers of the Society, who are members of one of the four Great Orders.

Peers of the Society are members of:
* The [[Order of Chivalry]]
* The [[Order of the Laurel]]
* The [[Order of the Pelican]]
* The [[Order of Defense]]
* The [[Order of the Mark]]

[[Category:Glossary]]
[[Category:Awards]]

White Hat

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Taletta: Created page with "Recognition of outstanding hospitality offered by an individual in the Barony of Montengarde. Created by Peter and Brangwayn in the 39th Year of the Minotaur (53rd Year of Our Society)."

Recognition of outstanding hospitality offered by an individual in the Barony of Montengarde. Created by Peter and Brangwayn in the 39th Year of the Minotaur (53rd Year of Our Society).

Montengarde

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Taletta: /* Awards */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Paul_of_Bellatrix Paul of Bellatrix] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Manfred_Kriegstreiber Manfred Kreigstrieber]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Lions_Gate Lion's Gate] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Torgul_and_Erin Torgul and Erin] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:Order of the [[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:Order of the [[Sable Cinquefoil]] formerly the [[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the [[Golden Hedgehog]], formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The Order of the [[White Hat]] - for recognition of outstanding hospitality offered by an individual in the Barony.
:The [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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[[Category:Barony]]

Golden Hedgehog

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Taletta:

The Golden Hedgehog is to recognize the outstanding contributions of our youth in all areas and the hope they hold for the future of our game. Created by Kraig and Una, 9th Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. Formerly known as the '[[Light of the Labyrinth]]'.

Golden Hedgehog

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Montengarde

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[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Paul_of_Bellatrix Paul of Bellatrix] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Manfred_Kriegstreiber Manfred Kreigstrieber]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Lions_Gate Lion's Gate] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Torgul_and_Erin Torgul and Erin] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:Order of the [[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:Order of the [[Sable Cinquefoil]] formerly the [[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the [[Golden Hedgehog]], formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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[[Category:Active Branches]]
[[Category:Barony]]

Children of Saint Ferdinand

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Taletta: Created page with "Given to those who have enriched our Barony of Montengarde and are moving beyond our borders. It is to remind us and all those who have gone before that although they may be distant in body they will always be Minotaurs at heart. Formerly known as the "Child of the Minotaur""

Given to those who have enriched our Barony of Montengarde and are moving beyond our borders. It is to remind us and all those who have gone before that although they may be distant in body they will always be Minotaurs at heart. Formerly known as the "[[Child of the Minotaur]]"

Sable Cinquefoil

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Taletta:

(Formally known as The [[Order of the Rose Petal]].) Awarded to those whose creative work in Montengarde has brought renown to the Barony and furthered Arts and Science among the populace. This award recognises skill and accomplishment in the area of Arts & Sciences. Created by [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]].

Sable Cinquefoil

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Taletta: Created page with "(Formally known as The Order of the Rose Petal.) Awarded to those whose creative work in Montengarde has brought renown to the Barony and furthered Arts and Science among the populace. This award recognises skill and accomplishment in the area of Arts & Sciences. Created by Thorwulf and Sapphira."

(Formally known as The Order of the Rose Petal.) Awarded to those whose creative work in Montengarde has brought renown to the Barony and furthered Arts and Science among the populace. This award recognises skill and accomplishment in the area of Arts & Sciences. Created by Thorwulf and Sapphira.

Montengarde

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Taletta: /* Awards */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Paul_of_Bellatrix Paul of Bellatrix] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Manfred_Kriegstreiber Manfred Kreigstrieber]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Lions_Gate Lion's Gate] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Torgul_and_Erin Torgul and Erin] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:Order of the [[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:Order of the [[Sable Cinquefoil]] formerly the [[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

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== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Golden Link

2026-03-10T02:55:00Z

Taletta: /* Members of the Order */

:The Golden Link is the Service award for the Barony of [[Montengarde]]. The long form is the Order of the Golden Link of the Minotaur's Chain. It is bestowed on by the Baron and Baroness to those that have done service for the Barony. Its members are recommended from the Populace and from the members of the Order.

== History of the order ==

There are those whose tireless service and sacrifice allows us to enjoy the many events and functions that are to be found in the Barony of [[Montengarde]].
It is their example which best typifies the volunteer spirit that is the backbone of our Society, without which the tapestry would most certainly all unravel.
With this in mind, in the seventeenth year of the Minotaur, being the thirty first year of the Society, [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] chose to create the Baronial Order of the Golden Link, reflecting the chain that is found on the neck of the Baronial Charge and the long tradition of service attached to the Minotaur's Chain.

During the Reign of [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible|Malabar and Hero]], 7th Baron and Baroness of Montengarde, the tradition of calling the order forward to see the range of gentles who have been inducted into this order. Also for new members to see how many have gained this honour, and to see who is missing from its rolls.

== Members of the Order ==

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:[[Adelheid Holtzhauer]] (THUA - October 2, 2010)
:[[Aelfwyn the Irresponsible]] 25-Oct-2003
:[[Ainè Inghean Úi Cuinn]] (Dragonslayer - July 16, 2016)
:[[Aldreada of the Lakes]] 23-Jan-1999
:[[Alexander Blacktree]] (12th Night, Jan 20 2018)
:[[Allert Pierson | Alice Percy]] (Samhain, November 8, 2014)
:[[Althea Tambourri]] (12th Night, Jan 16, 2010)
:[[Alys Valravn]] (12th Night, January 14 2012)
:[[Amish Many Shield]] (Dragonslayer - July 7 2012)
:[[Ana dela Mariquita]] (Investiture Feb 24 2007)
:[[Angus MacLomainn]] (Dragonslayer - July 24, 2010)
:[[Ádís Ulfsdóttir|Annys Bradwardyn]] 9-May-2003
:[[Argento Brunelli]] (Dragonslayer July 25, 2009)
:[[Arnolt Breaksword]] 18-Jan-2003
:[[Askell Feetfoot]] 27-Oct-2001
:[[Asa Nordoster]] (12th Night - January 21, 2017)
:[[Audrey Hampton]] (12th Night - January 23, 2016)
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:[[Bartholomew Reynold Codline]] - (12th Night January 19, 2008)
:[[Bazz Steinsson]] - (12th Night January 19, 2008)
:[[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] (Harvest Feast Bitter End 2006)
:[[Bieiris de Romans]] (Dragonslayer July 6, 2013)
:[[Bjar the Blue]] (May Crown 2009)
:[[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] (Samhain, November 5, 2016)
:[[Brigitte Valravn]] (12th Night, January 14 2012)
:[[Brangwayn Hesson|Bronwyn the Ever Present]] (Montengarde 12th Night, Jan 16, 2010)
:[[Bryanna Lovisdottir of Axe Water]] (Harvest Feast Sept 8, 2007)
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:[[Caiaphas, Durant Ramberti]] (12th Night - January 18, 2014)
:[[Cailin Ingen Ui Dalaig]] 19-Jan-2002
:[[Cassandra]] (Dragonslayer - July 8, 2017)
:Caterina Etcetera also known as [[Caterina d'Alessandro Franceschi da Firenze]] and as her page boy Pier Francesco da Montefiore (Beltaine May 29, 2010)
:[[Cathan Wolfstalker]] 25-Jan-1997
:[[Cattea the Studious]] 25-Oct-2003
:[[Charlette Lupus]] 27-Oct-2001
:[[Chiarra]]
:[[Cormac MacAenghusa]] – (Beltain May 10, 2008)
:[[Custance Featherstonehaugh]] 21-Jun-1997
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:[[Dalton Arundel]] 30-Jun-2002
:[[Dauphina del Lago]] (Dragonslayer, July 9 2011)
:[[Donnan Sionnach]] (Sprint Thua, April 21 2012)
:[[Duncan the Rat]]
:[[Dympnar Squire Basher]] 6-Sep-1997
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:[[Eðla Þunnkárr]] (12th Night, Jan 20 2018
:[[Eibheir O’Seanachain]] 19-Jan-2002
:[[Elizabeth Pendeo]] (Beltaine, May 2 2009)
:[[Ellias Silver]] (Dragonslayer - July 24, 2010)
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:[[Fáelán O’Daláigh]] (Spring Thua, April 21 2012)
:[[Falki Ostervand]] (Samhain, November 4, 2017)
:Findabhair na Noinini (Investiture Febuary 24 2007) name changed in 2010 to [[Fionnghuala ingen Chellaig]]
:[[Francis Coulter Hill]] (Beltaine, May 2, 2009)
:[[Freydis Mouse Birthesdottir]] (12th Night, January 21, 2017)
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:[[Gabrielle of the Leaf]] (A lady of Bitter End, given at Coronet, June 5, 2010)
:[[Galen]] 15-Jun-2002
:[[Gareth Haydon]] (Quad War, August 2, 2008) (name on the scroll is Gareth Stringbreaker. Should probably be Gareth "The Stringbreaker" Haydon)
:[[Gemma Delaroche]] 27-Apr-2002 (under the name "Gemme Mena of Cur Elmo's Keep)
:[[Gerrik the Norman]] 2007
:[[Giuliana Bianca Visconti]] (Dragonslayer, July 6 2013)
:[[Grioffa Stoneheart]] (Dragonslayer, July 6 2013)
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:[[Haakon Gjefle Nielson]] (Samhain, Nov 3, 2018)
:[[Halfdane Eastbourne]] 21-Jun-1997
:[[Henry IV of Bohemia]] 12th Night Jan 19 2013
:[[Hero the Responsible]] 21-Jun-2003
:[[Hrothgar Thorwulfsson]] 18-Jan-2003
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:[[Irisko the Effervescent]] 2007
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:[[James Bucking]] (Dragonslayer, July 14, 2018)
:[[James the Quixotic]] (July 22, 2006)
:[[Juilianna Ni Lachlanna]] 30-Jun-2002
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:[[Kain Hrafn Dryani]] 30-Jun-2002
:[[Karina de Elephantide]] (Samhain, Nov 3, 2018)
:[[Kata Valravn]] (12th Night, January 14 2012)
:[[Kataryna Dragonweaver]] 25-Oct-2003
:[[Kathryn inghean Ui Mhaonaigh]] (Montengarde 12th Night, Jan 16, 2010 as Kathryn Inghean Maunaigh)
:[[Keirfaol]] (12th Night - January 14, 2012)
:[[Kierra of the Shadows]] – (Beltain May 10, 2008)
:[[Kirk Einarsson]] – (Dragonslayer July 12, 2008)
:[[Kraig Landentall]] 27-Apr-2001
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:[[Lianor de Najera]] – (Beltain May 10, 2008)
:[[Lorette de Chasteauneuf]] - (Samhain Nov 4, 2017)
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:[[Madb]] 2007
:[[Madeline de Rouns]] 23-Jan-1999
:[[Mainsbridge Knightsbane]] 19-Jan-2002
:[[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] (12th Night Jan 17 2009)
:[[Malcolm de Bruce]] (of Bitter End, Coronet June 5, 2010)
:[[Margaretta Vandenvelde]] 1-May-2005 (Her name has also been spelled [[Margareta vanden Velde]])
:[[Marie de Monte]] (May 7, 2011 Beltaine)
:[[Marion of the Mystic Moon]] (Beltaine, May 2, 2009)
:[[Martin McDuff]] (Quad War - August 5, 2012)
:[[Mary of Redheugh]] (Dragonslayer - July 7 2012)
:[[Medb Polestripper]] (Snoweaters - October 14, 2017)
:[[Michael Seamus O'Byrne | Michael O’Byrne]] 26-Sep-1998
:[[Mirr Merat al-Qasab]] (Windgate May 8, 2010)
:[[Mordecai Salzer]] 22-Jan-1998
:[[Morrigan Clubfoot]] (Quad War, August 2, 2008)
:[[Murchad Mac Artal]] 25-Oct-2003
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:[[Nan Compton]] 21-Jun-1997
:[[Nataschja Bergeron]] (Samhain, Nov 4 2017)
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:[[Oenghus bally Mullanney]] (Samhain, November 5, 2016)
:[[Ogedei Bahadur]] Montengarde 12th Night January 15, 2011)
:[[Osric]] Dragonslayer - July 7, 2012
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:Peter Goddard (Montengarde 12th Night, Jan 16, 2010)(Also known as [[Peter von Setzingen]] as of May 2010)
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:[[Quon Jien]] (Beltaine, May 7 2011]]
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:[[Rashid Al Hassan]] once known as [[Guy of Aldernay]] 20-Jun-1998
:[[Raven Winterheart]] (Harvest Feast Bitter End 2006)
:[[Rhona of Montengarde]] (Quad War - August 5, 2012)
:[[Robert Faustus]] (Beltain, April 28 2007)
:[[Robert of Nott]] (Samhain, September 3, 2012)
:[[Roya Esfandiari]] (Samhain, Nov 4, 2017)
:[[Runa Tryvggvesdottir]] 29-Nov-2003
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:[[Shane of Isormr]] ( Beltaine, May 2, 2009)
:[[Shaunti]]
:[[Sigfuss Thorulfsson|Sigfuss Einholtston]] (Dragonslayer, July 16, 2016)
:[[Skayne Tyrson]] (Dragonslayer, July 8, 2017)
:[[Skeld the Peacemaker]] (Dragonslayer, June 14, 2014)
:[[Steinn Vikingsson]] 23-Oct-2004
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:[[Taletta of Circle Hill]] (Montengarde 12th Night, January 15 2011)
:[[Tatiana Radokazaia Codlin]] 23-Oct-2004
:[[Tazii]] (Dragonslayer July 25, 2009)
:[[Tchaatz Prunell the Everwandering]] 21-Jun-2003
:[[Terrell al-Qasab]] (Windgate - May 8, 2010
:[[Thisbe La Blanchette]] - (Dragonslayer, July 14, 2018)
:[[Thorgeir Ingvarsson]] - (12th Night January 19, 2008)
:[[Thorunn]] (Quad War - August 5, 2012)
:[[Thorvald Grimsson]] 18-Jan-2003
:[[Tighearnán Ó Cuinn]] (Dragonslayer - July 16, 2016)
:[[Til Eulenspetzle]] (12th Night, January 14 2012)
:[[Timothy of Sherwood]] whose full name is - Timothy, the focused, of the Four Hills of Sherwood – (Dragonslayer July 12, 2008)
:[[Tjorvi Fasthaldi]] 15-Jun-2002
:[[Tonis Van Hoorn]] (Samhain, November 8, 2014)
:[[Tygar of Skagen]] 21-Jun-1997
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:[[Una Heinrichsdottir]] (Samhain, November 3, 2018)
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:[[Varrus Lupus]]
:[[Vladimir]] 12th Night Jan 19 2013
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:[[William Ælfwald of Redheugh]] Dragonslayer - July 7, 2012
:[[William Bennet]] 17-Jun-2001
:[[Wrothgar Thorwulfson]] 18-Jan-2003

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:50:49Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

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: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Paul_of_Bellatrix Paul of Bellatrix] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Manfred_Kriegstreiber Manfred Kreigstrieber]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Lions_Gate Lion's Gate] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Torgul_and_Erin Torgul and Erin] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:49:42Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Paul_of_Bellatrix Paul of Bellatrix] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Lions_Gate Lion's Gate] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Torgul_and_Erin Torgul and Erin] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:47:09Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Lions_Gate Lion's Gate] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Torgul_and_Erin Torgul and Erin] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:45:32Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Torgul_and_Erin Torgul and Erin] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:43:19Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

;
== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:42:44Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:41:10Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Barak_and_Lao Barak and Lao]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:39:03Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

;
== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:38:01Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson|Skapti Ravensfury] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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[[Category:Barony]]

Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:37:30Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [[https://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Skapti_Thorinsson|Skapti Ravensfury]] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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[[Category:Active Branches]]
[[Category:Barony]]

Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:33:32Z

Taletta: /* Past events and historical events */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [[Skapti Ravensfury]] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

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[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [[Skapti Ravensfury]] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: Montengarde [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:33:01Z

Taletta: /* Past events and historical events */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

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: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [[Skapti Ravensfury]] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Montengarde]] [[Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Beltaine

2026-03-10T02:32:29Z

Taletta:

An annual event that was often held in May in the Barony of [[Montengarde]] at which they held the Bardic Championship ([[Wild Rose]]).

Beltaine

2026-03-10T02:32:17Z

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An annual event that was often held in May in the Barony of [{Montengarde]] at which they held the Bardic Championship ([[Wild Rose]]).

Wild Rose

2026-03-10T02:30:34Z

Taletta: /* Order of the Wild Rose */

The Wild Rose is the title of the Bardic Champion of [[Montengarde]]. This championship tournament is run at [[Montengarde]] [[Beltaine]] event in the spring or at [[Montengarde]] [[Samhain]] in the fall depending on which is running.

The current Bardic Champion is [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]]

==Order of the Wild Rose==

The [[Order of the Wild Rose]] is the Order of the past Bardic Champions in the Barony of Montengarde.

'''[http://heraldry.avacal.org/op/index.php?branchByName=0&ward=0&ward1=0&ward2=1756 Members of the Order]'''

:[[Lianor de Najeria]]
:[[Argento Brunkel]]
:[[Bjar the Blue]]
:[[Ellias Silver]]
:[[Peter von Setzingen]]
:[[Ádís Ulfsdóttir|Annys Bradwardyn]]
:[[Skeld the Peacemaker]] - Samhain (November 8, 2014)
: [[Allert Pierson | Alice Percy]] - Samhain (November 7, 2015)
:[[Arnaut Guilhem de Najac]]- Samhain (November 7, 2015)
:[[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] - Samhain (November 5, 2016)
:[[Karina de Elephantide]] - Samhain (November 4, 2017)
:[[Thisbe Elysande La Blanchette]] - Samhain (November 4. 2018)
:[[Karina de Elephantide]] - Samhain (November 2, 2019)
:[[Eirik of Two Ravens]] - Samhain (online November 6, 2021)

Return to [[Montengarde]] home page

[[Category: Awards]]

Wild Rose

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The Wild Rose is the title of the Bardic Champion of [[Montengarde]]. This championship tournament is run at [[Montengarde]] [[Beltaine]] event in the spring or at [[Montengarde]] [[Samhain]] in the fall depending on which is running.

The current Bardic Champion is [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]]

==Order of the Wild Rose==

The [[Order of the Wild Rose]] is the Order of the past Bardic Champions in the Barony of Montengarde.

'''[http://heraldry.avacal.org/op/index.php?branchByName=0&ward=0&ward1=0&ward2=1756 Members of the Order]'''

:[[Lianor de Najeria]]
:[[Argento Brunkel]]
:[[Bjar the Blue]]
:[[Ellias Silver]]
:[[Peter von Setzingen]]
:[[Ádís Ulfsdóttir|Annys Bradwardyn]]
:[[Skeld the Peacemaker]] - Samhain (November 8, 2014)
: [[Allert Pierson | Alice Percy]] - Samhain (November 7, 2015)
:[[Arnaut Guilhem de Najac]]- Samhain (November 7, 2015)
:[[Bóthæiðr Sigarsdóttir]] - Samhain (November 5, 2016)
:[[Karina de Elephantide]] - Samhain (November 4, 2017)
:[[Thisbe Elysande La Blanchette]] - Samhain (November 4. 2018)
:[[Karina de Elephantide]] - Samhain (November 2, 2019)
:[[Eirik of Two Ravens]] - Samhain (online November 6, 2021)

Return to [[Montengarde]] home page

[[Category: Awards]]

Wild Rose

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The Wild Rose is the title of the Bardic Champion of [[Montengarde]]. This championship tournament is run at [[Montengarde]] [[Beltaine]] event in the spring or at [[Montengarde]] [[Samhain]] in the fall depending on which is running.

The current Bardic Champion is [[Bóthæiðr Sigarsdóttir]]

==Order of the Wild Rose==

The [[Order of the Wild Rose]] is the Order of the past Bardic Champions in the Barony of Montengarde.

'''[http://heraldry.avacal.org/op/index.php?branchByName=0&ward=0&ward1=0&ward2=1756 Members of the Order]'''

:[[Lianor de Najeria]]
:[[Argento Brunkel]]
:[[Bjar the Blue]]
:[[Ellias Silver]]
:[[Peter von Setzingen]]
:[[Ádís Ulfsdóttir|Annys Bradwardyn]]
:[[Skeld the Peacemaker]] - Samhain (November 8, 2014)
: [[Allert Pierson | Alice Percy]] - Samhain (November 7, 2015)
:[[Arnaut Guilhem de Najac]]- Samhain (November 7, 2015)
:[[Bóthæiðr Sigarsdóttir]] - Samhain (November 5, 2016)
:[[Karina de Elephantide]] - Samhain (November 4, 2017)
:[[Thisbe Elysande La Blanchette]] - Samhain (November 4. 2018)
:[[Karina de Elephantide]] - Samhain (November 2, 2019)
:[[Eirik of Two Ravens]] - Samhain (online November 6, 2021)

Return to [[Montengarde]] home page

[[Category: Awards]]

12th Night

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See [[Twelfth Night]]
[[Category:Events]]

Twelfth Night

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An Annual Event in [[Montengarde]]

Traditionally, the Twelfth Night festival marked the onset of the winter solstice, the point in late December when the sun, whose daily arc had reached its lowest, darkest, coldest point, began it’s rise toward the longer, warmer days and the coming of spring. The ceremonial Yule Log, preferably oak, burned to bring prosperity, abundance and luck in the coming year, was hauled in to start the hearth fire around which its visitors would gather throughout the rest of the Yuletide season.

Shake off the cold and dark of winter at our local Celebration of Twelfth Night with delicious food, drink and merriment!

*[[12th Night AS LII/2018]]
*[[12th Night AS LVII/2023]]
*[[12th Night AS LX/2026]]

Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:21:04Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [[Skapti Ravensfury]] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ulfsdottir|Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Montengarde Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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[[Category:Active Branches]]
[[Category:Barony]]

Montengarde

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Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [[Skapti Ravensfury]] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn III and Gemma III|Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Montengarde Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

2026-03-10T02:17:06Z

Taletta: /* History of Montengarde */

[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

; Founded
: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [[Skapti Ravensfury]] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva|Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Montengarde Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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Montengarde

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[[File:Montengarde Baronial Pic.jpg|Past and present Barons and Baronesses. Source: Beothuk of the Beothuks Taken 14 January 2023, Montengarde.]]

A few past and the present baronial heads of Montengarde. From left to right: [[Thorvald Grimsson]], [[Wilma the Still]], [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]], [[Brangwayn Hesson]], [[Peter von Setzingen]], [[Refr Bjarnarson]], [[Adis Ulfsdottir]], [[Hero the Responsible]], [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and [[Bjar the Blue]].

[[Image:Montengarde arms without nose ring.gif|right|frame|Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis)]]
The '''Barony of Montengarde''' (Calgary, AB) is located in the Kingdom of [[Avacal]] It is coterminus with the modern City of Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

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: 1980/AS 14 - AS 15 Granted Shire Status
: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 Elevated to Barony

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== Arms ==

:Argent, semy of wild roses proper, a bull's head erased affronty sable, armed, and gorged of a chain Or, within a laurel wreath vert. (Rosa acicularis, the Alberta wild rose)

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== Motto ==

:'''Non Taurus Est''' (That's no Bull) was adopted in AS 14 as group's motto.

== Barons and Baronesses ==
[[Image:TE_Beothuk_and_Wilma,_8th_Baron_and_Baroness_of_Montengarde.jpg|400x500|thumbnail||right||TE of Montengarde, Beothuk and Wilma at Beltaine, May 2010 in Montengarde]]

: 1986/AS 20 - AS 21 [[Edward and Laurel of Montengarde|Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] (founding)
: 1993/AS 27 - AS 29 [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]]
: 1995/AS 20 - AS 30 [[Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker]]
: 1996/AS 30 - AS 32 [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]]
: 1998/AS 33 - AS 35 [[Halfdane Eastborn and Cattea the Studious]]
: 2002/AS 36 - AS 38 [[Thorwulf Bjornsson and Sine Peregrina]]
: 2004/AS 38 - AS 39 [[Malabar Membro Spaccata and Hero the Responsible]]
: 2007/AS 40 - AS 47 [[Beothuk of the Beothuks and Wilma the Still]]
: 2012/AS 47 - AS 51 [[Kraig Landenthal and Una Henriksdottir]]
: 2017/AS 51 - AS 53 [[Brangwayn Hessen and Peter von Setzingen]]
: 2019/AS 53 - 2021/AS 55 [[Bjar the Blue and Bóthilðr Sigurðardóttir]]
: 2021/AS 55 - 2023/AS 57 [[Bjar the Blue]]
: 2023/AS 57 - 2026/AS 60 [[Refr Bjarnarson and Adis Ulfsdottir]]
: 2026/AS 60 - Present [[Bjar the Blue]] as [[Castellan]]

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== History of Montengarde ==

: 1979/AS 13 - 14 First organizational meetings held. There are two independent groups, Montengarde and Mussenhitt, each unaware of the other at first. Though they are made up of very different people they share a common love for the ideas of the SCA. This will eventually lead to their unification down the road.

: 1980/AS 14 - 15 Montengarde Petitions for Shire status, granted such in July. Both groups continue to grow and attract new members. "Non Taurus Est!" adopted as the group's motto after a duel with the College of Heralds over the precise nature of the principal charge on the Shire's Arms, the head of a Minotaur. It translates as: "That's No Bull!"

: 1981/ AS 15 - 16 Duke [[Paul of Bellatrix]] comes to Montengarde in February. First visit by Royalty: [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Scellanus_and_Maelen Scellanus and Maelen], Prince and Princess of An Tir. 1st peerage: [[Bjorn Isenkramenhandler]], Order of the Laurel, August 1, 1981.

: 1982/ AS 16 - 17 Montengarde absorbs the last elements of Mussenhitt, members of Mussenhitt become outstanding members and officers for the Shire. The group continues to grow. Cable 10 shoots a half hour special with the group directing and producing. The first of the Glenbow Museum demos. 1st visit of a King: [[Manfred Kreigstrieber]]. First Regional Theme event is held: The Gull Lake War Games, intended to become the Rallying point for what is hoped will one day become a Principality. [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and [[Guy de Monteferrat]] ([[Borealis]]) are its founders and Autocrats. 1st Kingdom of An Tir grant level award for service: Stephen of Westmarch (one of the group's founders and builders, Order of the Goutte de Sang, June 12, 1982. Fist [[Lion's Gate]] Sergeant in Montengarde: [[Macsen Aelian]]. First Kingdom officer: [[Garrathe of Ravenswood]], Royal Archer.

: 1983/AS 17 - 18 Montengarde continues to grow and prosper. Locally, the group works hard to establish itself in the greater community, performing numerous demos, and participating in the annual 10th Street Fair.

: 1984/AS 18 - 19 Erik the tent is built, this pavilion is created by [[Richard de Hargreave]], [[Roland the Savage]], and others. It becomes the central gathering point for the group at many gatherings. Montengarde wins [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Clinton_War Clinton War] for First time! Montengarde hosts the First Crown Tourney to be held in the region on the September long weekend. [[Garrathe Ravenswood]] and [[Darcy of Eagles Crag]] are the event stewards, Sir [[Torgul and Erin]] are the victors.

: 1985/AS 19 - 20 The group has grown, there is a lot of pride and a strong sense of identity. [[Thorwulf and Sapphira]] begin circulating a petition amongst the populace in order to establish how much support there is for the idea. The support turns out to be overwhelming. The first Allthing is called and the decision is made to go for Baronial status. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are put forward as the proposed Barony's first Baronial couple.

: 1986/AS 20- 21 Montengarde travels to Kingdom 12th Night and is elevated to a Barony. [[Edward Ross and Laurel Venustas di Firenze]] are invested as the founding Baron and Baroness.

: 1987/AS 21 - 22 Montengarde's 12th Night event becomes the largest event in the region and a focal point for the 'fledgling' that would one day become the Principality of Avacal. Baron [[Edward Ross]] becomes known as the great War Monger! Fist Baronial Champion of the Arts; Order of the Emerald Rose; [[Randwulf Aylen]]. First Baronial Champion of Service; Order of the Minotaur's Chain; [[Roland the Savage]]. First Champion of Arrows; Order of the DragonBlinder; [[Thorvald Grimsson]].

: 1988/AS 22 - 23 Double peerages, shared by [[Edward Ross]], [[Aethelhere the Unsteady]], and [[Thorvald Grimsson]]; July 2,1988.

: 1989/AS 23 - 24 The Minotaur's tenth birthday, celebrated with a lot of travel and a lot of recognition for many of members.

: 1992/AS 26 - 27 A year of great change in the Barony begins, a series of Allthings are held through the summer to decide on the mechanism that will be used to select a new Baron and Baroness, as Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel choose to step down. Master [[Thorvald Grimsson and Enid Ferch Rhodri]] are selected by the Crown.

: 1993/AS 27 - 28 At Montengarde Baronial 12th Night, Thorvald and Enid become the second Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of their dread Majesties [[Barak and Lao]]. Sir Edward and Mistress Laurel are made Baron and Baroness of the Court of An Tir, the First time this recognition is granted to anyone from Montengarde. For the first time since Pagan McPhee and Alisdair MacAuley held the position of Dragonslayer, a Championship is shared in the Barony when the honour of the Order of the Emerald Rose is bestowed upon her Ladyship B.

:1994/AS 28 - 29 Hosted Avacal 12th Night on January 15th, Eric the Tresspasser as event steward and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni as feast steward.

:1995/AS 29 - 30 The Barony begins the process to select a new Baron and Baroness. Ilka of Toftgaard and Leena Steinstriker are selected. Thanks to the tireless efforts of [[Derek the Exile]] and [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]], Montengarde joins with the Barony of Sentinels Keep in the Kingdom of Artemisia to host the 1st [[Gryphon's Fury]]. This event will become the premier fighting event in the region. It is a war fought in celebration of the founding principles of combat within the SCA. There are no war points, instead one lucky(?) individual gets bestowed with the honour of the embalmed Gryphon and serves a year as the events "official ambassador".

:1996/AS 30 - 31 Due to personal matters, Ilka and Leena step down from the position of Baron and Baroness. After eight months in which Murchad acts as Castellan for the group, Thorwulf and Sapphira step up to wear the mantle of the Minotaur. 1st Dragon Blade, the Baronial Rapier Champion: Thore de Bethune. 1st Baronial thrones and dais are built. Five new Baronial awards are created: Heart of the Minotaur, Horns of the Minotaur, Rose Petal, Golden Link, and Standard Bearer.

:1997/AS 31 - 32 The 1st Montengarde Tavern nights are held, hosted by Cattea the Studious, to become a major foundation stone for the Barony, being held regularly on the fourth Thursday of every month for years to come. First Prince and Princess of Avacal to call Montengarde home: Sir [[Vik and Ceridwyn]].

:1998/AS 32 - 33 Again Montengarde goes through the process of selecting a new Baron and Baroness in the third installment of the term system. [[Halfdane Eastborn]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] are selected. With the arrival of [[Dalton Arundel]] and House Ice Tiger, there is a complete rebirth of target archery.

:1999/AS 33 - 34 At 12th night, 13 years after Montengarde was elevated to a Barony, [[Halfdane Eastbourne]] and [[Cattea the Studious]] receive the Baronial Coronets from King Aveloc and Queen Laurellan.

:2000/AS 34 - 35 Montengarde is asked to return as a Principal at Clinton.

:2001/AS 35 - 36 After a complete reworking of the polling process and scrapping the old term system, Montengarde again goes through the process of finding a new Baron and Baroness. In October, it is announced HE Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] will step up at the following 12th Night. First [[Child of the Minotaur]] is bestowed upon Her Ladyship [[Audette des Grenouilles]] as her job takes her away to far off Ansteorra. She is renowned as the "Mad Tatter" and for her love of little green amphibians.

:2002/AS 36 - 37 His Exellency Sir [[Thorwulf Bjornsson]] and Her Ladyship [[Sine Peregrina]] step up as Baron and Baroness at 12th Night. Tavern has a name, The Drum and Whistle, in honour of the work of Baron Halfdane and Baroness Cattea.

:2003/AS 37 - 38 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine create a new Baronial Order, the Torse of the Minotaur, and presented the first award to [[Michael O'Byrne]] at Montengarde's 12th Night festivities.

:2004/AS 38 - 39 Baron Thorwulf and Baroness Sine stepped down on January 6, 2004. [[Thorvald Grimsson]] appointed as Castellan. On June 5, His Lordship [[Malabar Membro Spaccata]] and Her Ladyship [[Hero the Responsible]] are invested at June Coronet as the seventh Baron and Baroness of Montengarde by the hand of Their Highnesses [[Murchad and Morrigan]], with King [[Skapti Ravensfury]] overseeing the pagentry.

:2006/AS 40 - 41 In June of AS 40, Baron Malabar and Baroness Hero announced to the Barony their intention to step down from the Thrones of the Minotaur after a fruitful and happy 2-year reign. A polling was organized for later in the year.

[[Image:An-Tir May Crown 2009 in Montengarde 2797 TRM Vik and Inga bestow A GdS on Morrigan.jpg|thumbnail|200px|right||TRM Vik and Inga bestow a Goutte de Sang on HE Morrigan at May Crown 2010]]
:2007/AS 41 - 42 At Montengarde 12th Night (January 20, AS 41), HL [[Beothuk of the Beothuks]] and L [[Wilma the Still]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Tatiana]] as Montengarde's 8th Baronial couple. New wooden travel thrones were made by HL [[Stanislav the Gatherer]].

:2008/AS 42 - 43 Montengarde has a new Baronial Pavilion, purchased from Panther Pavilions. Its first event was [[Dragonslayer]], and was used for court, classes, and revelry. Montengarde was host of Avacal's Quad War; a team, known as the Quad Squad, was assembled to run this large event. Montengarde with the help of the Lethbridge Medieval Society (former shire of [[Windwyrm]]) to host An-Tir Crown.

:2009/AS 43 - 44 Montengarde hosts An Tir May Crown! [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009] The Barony won the bid to host this prestigious Kingdom Event and we were doubly proud to host Their Majesties [[Vik and Inga]] (from nearby [[Borealis]]) and the Kingdom of An Tir for the choosing of the heirs to the Lion Thrones of An Tir. Their Excellencies [http://antir.sca.wiki//index.php?title=Cedric_and_Elizabeth Cedric and Elizabeth] were the victors from a list of 68 combatants. Nicknamed "Wind Crown", Montengarde's volunteer spirit was strong and the Minotaur's children worked together joyfully and can be justly proud of their efforts.

:2010/AS 44 - 45 Montengarde thirtieth Anniversary is held at 12th night, guests are given a necklace with a pearl to symbolize the 30th year of the group. His Majesty [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=Owain_ap_Einar Owain ap Einar] and TH [[Steinn and Gemma]] attend and reward many in the Barony for their hard work and skills.

:2011/AS 45 - 46 A Household challenge was issued at Quad War which causes all sorts of hilarity and posturing in the Barony. No household ever declaired the winner, though all sides involved claim to have won. A Cardinal in the order of the WOAW is invested and all punsters are put on allert.

:2012/AS 46 - 47 At Samhain (September 3, AS 47) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] were invested by Their Highnesses [[Wernar and Sina]] as Montengarde's 9th Baronial couple.

:2013/AS 47 - 48 At Dragonslayer (July 6, AS 48) Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] create two new awards. One to recognise the deserving youth of our Barony: [[Light of the Labyrinth]] and one to recognise those who travel and spread the fame of Montengarde (in positive ways mind you): [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]].

:2014/AS 48 - 49 At Samhain the Baron and Baroness did unveil the "Wheel of Court" where many members of the populace did barely manage to escape Banishment and there was much disappointment that "Dance Party" was only spun once.

:2015/AS 49 - 50 Avacal becomes a Kingdom and Master [[Kraig Landenthal]] and Lady [[Una Henriksdottir]] swear fealty to the 1st King & Queen of Avacal [[Albrecht von Rügen]] and [[Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa]] making Montengarde again the first Barony of Avacal.

:2016/AS 50 - 51 Baron and Baroness [[Kraig Landenthal]] and [[Una Henriksdottir]] announce they will be polling for candidates for the next Baron and Baroness of Montengarde. 5 pairs put forward their names to be considered, including people running as two Baronesses.

:2017/AS 51 - 52 [[Peter von Setzingen]] and [[Brangwayn Hesson]] are created the 10th Baronial couple of Montengarde at 12th Night. In their reign they update many of Montengarde's awards so they can be registered with the Society. Created the [[Order of the Sable Drum]] for excellence in the Bardic Arts, first given to [[Adis Ylva]] at Samhain.

:2018/AS 52 - 53 A prosperous year as the Baron & Baroness give out the new awards of Montengarde to many deserving individuals (Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair to the Order of the White Hat, the Child of the Minotaur to the Order of the Children of Saint Ferdinand, the Torse of the Minotaur to the Torse & Torch, the Order of the Heart of the Minotaur to Saint Ferdinand’s Heart & The Horns of the Minotaur was split into the Order of the Horn & Sword and the Order of the Horn & Bow.) They also create the long term service award of the [[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] and induct [[Thorvald Grimsson]] as it's premier member at Dragonslayer. They also welcome a child to their family and bequeath their barony unto [[Bjar the Blue]] and [[Bóthildr Sigurðardóttir]] who are invested as 11th Baronial couple of Montengarde by their Majesties Fergus and Kora at 12th Night.

[[Image:Regalia October 2012 062.jpg| 400x500|thumbnail||right||Seal of the Barony of Montengarde]]

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== Major Events ==

* [[Twelfth Night]] - January
* [[Dragonslayer (Event)]] - July
* [[Samhain]] - October/November

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== Past events and historical events ==

: [http://antir.sca.wiki/index.php?title=May_Crown_Tournament_XLIV/2009 An Tir May Crown Tournament XLIV/2009]
: [[Montengarde Beltaine]] - May
: [[12th Night]] - January

== Awards ==

:[[Golden Link]] of the Minotaur's chain-for service
:[[Order of the Rose Petal]]-for Arts and the sciences
:The Order of [[Saint Ferdinand's Heart]] formerly the [[Heart of the Minotaur]]-for courtesy and honour
:[[Horns of the Minotaur]]-for prowess and leadership in the Martial arts (Retired 2018 when split into the following)
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Sword]] - for prowess and leadership in Sword Combat used for both Rapier & Armoured Combat
:::[[The Order of the Horn & Bow]] - for prowess and leadership in Archery
:The Order of the [[Torse and Torch]] formerly the Torse of the Minotaur - Persona development
:The Order of the [[Children of Saint Ferdinand]] formerly the [[Child of the Minotaur]]-for people who leave the Barony
:[[Order of the Brass of the Minotaur]] - For chutzpah off the usual battlefields
:The Order of the Golden Hedgehog, formerly the [[Light of the Labyrinth]] -to recognize the contributions of our youth
:The [[Order of the White Hat]] formerly the [[Emissary of the Minotaur's Chair]] -outstanding efforts to foster the exchange of culture and idea's between Montengarde and other shires , baronies , principalities and kingdoms
:[[Order of the Dragon]]-Past Baronial martial champions
:[[Order of the Emerald Rose]]-past Arts and science champions
:[[Order of the Wild Rose]]-Past Bardic Champions
:[[Order of the Sable Drum]] - For excellence in the Bardic Arts
:[[Order of the Mountains of Montengarde]] - For long term service to the Barony of Montengarde

[[Image:Montengarde pop badge.gif|thumbnail|Populace badge||right||Populace badge]]

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== Championship titles ==

:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Slayer]]-Armoured combat champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blinder]]-Archery champion
:[[Order of the Dragon|Dragon Blade]]-Rapier champion
:[[Emerald Rose]]-Arts and science champion
:[[Wild Rose]]-Bardic champion

== Regalia ==

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2766/4206712651_f7541c3d0a_m.jpg

== Pictures ==

:Altheas 12th Night photos [[http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/sets/72157623106462459/]]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 1997 on to 2006 [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157623913440563/]
:Althea's SCA Photo collections from 2006 to Current [http://www.flickr.com/photos/f_jean/collections/72157600183861087/]
- HL [[Althea Tambourri]] 12:34, 18 March 2011 (PDT)

== Montengarde Links ==

* [http://www.montengarde.org/ Montengarde Website]

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