This year’s Yule was autocratted by Baroness Aislynn Denard of Dragon’s Lair who brought a bit of fun and mischief alongside some very honored Selviergardian traditions to the event.
Opening court took place before the official start of the event. In his court, Baron Halfdan welcomed all to the day’s activities, welcoming not only Baroness Elspeth of Eskalya, but Kenric and Dagmar, the Prince and Princess of Oertha as well. From there, the Autocrat was invited to give announcements regarding her event, in which she too welcomed all.
Baroness Elspeth of Eskalya and Baron Halfdan of Selviergard are ready to get court started at the Barony of Selviergard’s Yule celebration. December 3, 2016. Photograph by Yamano Yuki.
A lot of the day was spent visiting with others and eating snacks and delights brought by others. Children, and some adults as well, took this opportunity to paint Christmas ornaments provided by the Autocrat team. The designs painted ranged from the traditional to the more unique and afterwards many of the ornaments were hung on the tree as part of the traditions of the Barony.
The Rapier Tournament was held indoors in the lower part of the hall. The space was cleared so that the three fighters who were in attendance could take part in the tournament. The fighters were Duke Skeggi Nyewcombe, Lady Kharakhan Saran, and Tiarna Bránn mac Finnchad. As always, the combatants fought with ferocity and skill; proving their prowess for all to see. In the end it was Duke Skeggi Nyewcombe who took the day for his skill on the rapier battlefield.
Duke Skeggi Nyecombe and Tiarna Bránn mac Finnchad face off against each other in the Rapier Tournament held at the Barony of Selviergard’s Yule celebration. December 3, 2016. Photograph by Rainna Fathirsdottir.
Tiarna Bránn mac Finnchad held a class in between activities in which he taught the technique for period button holes. The class was well attended by those who wished to learn more period techniques for such an important and useful part for many clothes. Armed with thread, needle, and fabric, the class attendees learned valuable skills taught by a notable teacher.
A time-honored tradition, celebrated for many years in the Barony of Selviergard, also took place—The annual Rock-Paper-Scissors Tournament to determine the next Lord and Lady of Misrule. Baron Halfdan noted the history of the activity to those assembled to take part in the tournament: many years ago, there was a Yule that didn’t have any fighters to partake in the tournament so the Autocrat of the event decided to have a different type of competition instead; one that everybody could participate in. The activity quickly became a tradition in the lands known as Selviergard. Baron Halfdan noted “You help continue one of the more unique and exciting traditions of this group by participating.” Indeed, with a large list of contestants each vying for the title of Lord or Lady of Misrule alongside their consorts; the activity was fun to watch as participants limbered up and took to the field for honor and glory. In the end it was Rosalinda Lopez fighting for Fergus mac Thomais who would be crowned as the Lady and Lord of Misrule!
Viscountess’ Arabella Eleanor Hamilton and Isabella Hawke take part in the Rock-Paper-Scissors Tournament at the Barony of Selviergard’s Yule celebration. December 3, 2016. Photograph by Halfdan Ozurrson.
Feast was a selection of foods brought by the populace as part of a potluck. Meats were provided by the Barony of Selviergard and prepared by the talented Mistress Clare Elana de Montfort. There was a lot of food for everybody as well as many desserts to delight any fancy.
To close out the day’s event the Baron of Selviergard, alongside the Prince and Princess of Oertha, held a closing court. The children were called forward to receive holiday treats from Baron Halfdan as well as the Prince and Princess of Oertha. Baroness Aislynn Denard of Dragon’s Lair was also gifted with a bronze ring from the Baron’s own hand as is his tradition to give to those who autocrat events. From there the announcement for the “Whack and Snack” was noted by Mistress Margarita di Calvi and the officers of the Barony of Selviergard were gifted with chocolates and bear bells in which Baron Halfdan noted that “it would be a shame to have one of your eaten by a bear; so here is a bear bell to help keep you safe.”
In addition, in his closing remarks, Baron Halfdan thanked all those in attendance to a Selviergard Yule—a worthy event to be listed in a long line of spectacular and fun Yules from the past; especially one of what is commonly referred to as The First Yule in which the Canton on Inbhir na Dá Abhann and the Shire of Selviergard came together to celebrate the season as one group.
With court ended, and the cold winds having stopped, it was time to clean up the hall and prepare to go home. The work was quick as many hands made the task a lot easier to do. Joyous faces filled the hall, and it was evident that all the people that attended this Yule had a lot of fun.
The Selviergard Associated Press
Published in the January 2017 edition of The DragonTale
Event Date: December 3, 2016
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