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Greetings –
It was a great pleasure organizing the Master William Blackfox Awards covering newsletters published during A.S. XLV. Every nominee should be proud of their contributions and this acclaim of their accomplishments. As usual, we have a wide range of submissions showing the amazing talents and knowledge of our artisans, scholars, bards, and historians. This year we have added two new categories to salute the talent and excellence of those who contribute articles and artwork for the Kingdom newsletters.
The judging was particularly competitive this year creating a need for additional judges. It was a joyful and challenging (sometimes impossible) exercise to choose a single winner for each category. My deepest thanks and appreciation to: The Kingdom Chroniclers and their staff who compiled the nominations, Mistress Doria Tecla, Magister Riordan MacGregor, Master Christopher MacConing, Brandon Clark, Lady Brianna of Arundel, Lou Swanson, Jamie Smith, Tim Pritchard, Corita Cooper, Sir John Peregrine of Restormel, and Lord Robin of Restormel who all helped with different aspects of this process.
Besides congratulations to each nominee (and each winner), a huge thank you to the Chroniclers and contributors throughout the Known World for sharing their talents and knowledge with all of us.
In faithful service,
Countess Honor of Restormel, OP
Society Chronicler
Best Overall Newsletter
The newsletter which best meets the needs of the local group or guild for which it is published. It should accurately reflect the status of the group and be a valuable tool for growth and promotion of SCA goals and ideals. Awarded to the newsletter and the Chronicler.
The winners (tie): The Baelfyr, Principality of Insulae Draconis, Kingdom of Drachenwald, Chronicler: Mistress Ariel of Lindisfarne
and
The Ursus, Barony of Septentria, Kingdom of Ealdormere, Chroniclers: Baron Gunther Wahlstadt von Bremen and Baroness Seonaid nic Thomais
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- Ice Dragon, Barony of the Rhydderich Hael, Chronicler: THL Filipo de Sancto Martino
- Ansteorra
- Eldern Pages, Barony of Eldern Hills, Chronicler: Skialda-Aevarr
- The Thorny Truth, Shire of Rosenfeld, Chronicler: Mistress Juliana Avenel
- Artemisia
- Questing Quill, Barony of Loch Salann, Chronicler: Lady Zaphyrah Tahreer Bint al Riyah
- Atenveldt
- Twin Moons Missive, Barony of Twin Moons, Chronicler: Baroness Eabha inghean Domhnaill
- Atlantia
- The Quill, Barony of Nottinghill Coill, Chronicler: Lady Dulcinaya the ‘Gypcian
- Caid
- Serpent’s Tongue, Barony of Calafia, Chronicler: Baroness Veronique de Viennois
- Calontir
- The Dancing Moon, Shire of Calanais Nuadh, Chronicler: Lord Gaston de Lurs
- The Parade, Shire of Herald’s Hill, Chronicler: Lord Sifrid von Eichelborn
- Drachenwald
- Storm Tidings, Shire of Adamastor, Chronicler: Baroness Katherine Percival
- East
- The Chanticleer, Barony Beyond the Mountain, Chronicler: Lady Johanna de Glastingburi
- The Seahorse, Crown Province of Østgardr, Chronicler: Mistress Rufina Cambrensis
- The Viaduct, Barony of An Dubhaigeinn, Chronicler: Lady Alissenda la Gailharda
- Meridies
- The Equinox, Shire of Sol Haven, Chronicler: Mistress Bronwen O’Gydweli
- Middle
- Thunder’s Quill, Barony of Donnershafen, Chronicler: THL Maebh
- Trimaris
- Oldentales, Barony of Oldenfeld, Chronicler: Lady Marie le MainsWest
- Eskalyan Chronicle, Barony of Eskalya, Chronicler: Mistress Alienor Fitzhenry
- The Gatekeeper, Barony of Winter’s Gate, Chronicler: Mistress Morgana Yr Oerfa
- The Gull, Province of Southern Shores, Chronicler: ElizaBeth Gillian
- The Rampant Thistle, Shire of Thistletorr, Chronicler: Tamara of Drakeswood
Best Layout and Design
For the best-looking newsletter in balance and style. Awarded to the newsletter and the Chronicler.
The winner: The Thorny Truth, Shire of Rosenfeld, Kingdom of Ansteorra, Chronicler: Mistress Juliana Avenel
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- The Apple Press, Shire of Sylvan Glen, Chronicler: Lady Hrefna Ulfvarinnsdottir
- Ansteorra
- The Oracle, Barony of Bonwicke, Chronicler: HE Li Xiao Wuya
- Artemisia
- Moose Call, Barony of Arn Hold, Chronicler: Lady Sheela de Presle
- Atenveldt
- Palm Prints, Barony of Atenveldt, Chronicler: Gwendolyn the Beguine
- Atlantia
- The Q.D., Barony of Caer Mear, Chronicler: Lady Ysabella CacemoineCaid
- The Seraph, Barony of the Angels, Chroniclers: Lord Jean-Christophe Messier and Duchess Natalya de Foix
- Calontir
- The Dancing Moon, Shire of Calanais Nuadh, Chronicler: Lord Gaston de Lurs
- The Banner, Barony of Lonely Tower, Chronicler: Lady Anne von Weingarten
- Ealdormere
- The Chronicle, Barony of Skraeling Althing, Chronicler: Lord Dafydd ap Alan
- East
- Aurora Borealis, Crown Principality of Tir Mara, Chronicler: Lady Camilla di Bruno with design by Mistress Zaneta Gavlinne Angiolieri
- The Mudpuppy, Barony of Settmour Swamp, Chronicler: THL Owynn Greenwood
- Quid Nunc, Barony of Ruantallan, Chronicler: Mistress Zaneta Gavlinne Angiolieri
- The Viaduct, Barony of An Dubhaigeinn, Chronicler: Lady Alissenda la Gailharda
- Middle
- The Gryphon’s Tale, Barony of the Flaming Gryphon, Chronicler: Lady Elena MacPhearson
- Trimaris
- Revelry, Barony of Darkwater, Chronicler: Mademoiselle Melissant Jaquelinne la Chanteresse
- West
- Eskalyan Chronicle, Barony of Eskalya, Chronicler: Mistress Alienor Fitzhenry
Best Artwork
For artwork on the cover or interior of the newsletter. Awarded to both the newsletter and the artist.
The winner: The Talon, Barony of Hawkwood, Kingdom of Atlantia. Artist: Lady Portia de Sancto Lucianno
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- The Hunter’s Horn, Shire of Hunter’s Home, Artist: Lady Inez de Alegria
- Artemisia
- Moose Call, Barony of Arn Hold, Artist: THL Aaron di Paladin
- Ealdormere
- The Clarion, Barony of Ben Dunfirth, Artist: Lady Augusta of Ben Dunfirth
- East
- Bergental Berserker – Novice Schola Berserker, Barony of Bergental, Artist: Mistress Eleanore MacCartaigh
- The Clochette, Barony of Carillion, Artist: Lady Lilly of the Valley
- The Snowflake, Barony of Concordia of the Snows, Artist: Lady Heather Rose MacGordon
- Middle
- Siren’s Song, Barony of Illiton, Artist: Lord Michael of Illiton
Best Special Issue
For an Arts & Sciences issue or other limited-focus issues of a geographic group (Canton, Shire, Barony, etc.). Awarded to both the newsletter and the Chronicler.
The winner: The Ice Dragon: The Hael Goes to War, The Barony of the Rhydderich Hael, Kingdom of Æhelmearc, Chronicler: THL Filipo de Sancto Martino
The remaining nominees:
- Atlantia
- The Mountain Mayhem Field Guide to Atlantian Heraldry, Barony of the Hidden Mountain & House Corus, Chronicler: Master Bran Trefonnen
- East
- Bergental Berserker – Novice Schola Berserker, Barony of Bergental, Chronicler: Lady Barbeta Kyrkeland
- Middle
- The Derneherald, Shire of Dernehealde, Chronicler: Lady Isobel Muire
Best Special Interest Newsletter
This category recognizes guild newsletters, research newsletters, and Arts & Science-focus newsletters (such as lace-making). Awarded to the newsletter and the Chronicler.
The winner: Pigments of Your Imagination, Kingdom of Æthelmearc Scribal College, Chronicler: Mistress Teresa Gabriela de Montoya y Sevilla
The remaining nominees:
- Atlantia – The Rendition, Newsletter for the Performing Arts of the Kingdom of Atlantia, Chronicler: Lady Rosanella Vespucci
Best Regular Feature
For those cartoons, articles, columns, etc. which appear regularly in the particular newsletter. Awarded to the creator or feature writer and the newsletter.
The winner: The Q.D., “Musings from the Mad Monk,” Barony of Caer Mear, Kingdom of Atlantia, by Brother Amos the Pious
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- Echoes from the Mist, “Eat Wisely,” Shire of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais, by Maitre Gilles de Beauchamps
- Artemisia
- The Bronzehelm Watch, “Where am I,” Shire of Bronzehelm, by Lady Morgan of Hawksreach
- Questing Quill, “Kids Korner,” Barony of Loch Salann, by Lady Zaphyrah Tahreer bint al Riyah and THL Bethoc
- Calontir
- The Parade, “Member Reviews,” Shire of Herald’s Hill, by Lord Sifrid von Eichelborn
- The Aerie, “Modar’s Musings,” Shire of Cum an Iolair, by Master Modar Neznanich
- Drachenwald
- Storm Tidings, “Storm Tidings’ Persona of the Month,” Shire of Adamastor, by Countess Caoimhe ingen Domnaille, Baroness Mairi Jean Craig, Baroness Katherine Percival, Baron Garsiyya ibn Ibrahim ibin Sulaiman al-Qurtubi
- East
- The Snowflake, “Hare Handiness,” Barony of Concordia of the Snows, by Lady Heather Rose MacGordon
- The Viaduct, “Arts and Sciences News and Notes/Seen on the Web,” Barony of an Dubhaugeinn, by Lady Alissenda la Gailharda
- Montevale Knightly Knews, “It’s in Period and it Happened in [Issue Month],” Shire of Montevale, by Lady Mary of Montevale
- Meridies
- The Equinox, “Shire, Shire,” Shire of Sol Haven, by Mistress Bronwen O’Gydweli
- Middle
- Siren’s Song, “Spotlight Feature,” Barony of Illiton, by Lady Ilianor de Toulouse
- Northshield
- The Piper, “Manor of Rockland,” Shire of Mistig Waetru, by Lady Margyt Weaver
- Trimaris
- Waterspout, “The Hounds of Marcaster,” Barony of Marcaster, by Corwyn
Best Article
Recognizes excellence in articles appearing in a local newsletter. Awarded to the writer and the newsletter.
The winners (tie):”Me and My Religion” by Lady Lyonet de Coveham, The Baelfyr, Principality of Insulae Draconis, Kingdom of Drachenwald
and
“The Scourge of the Woodlands” by Master Galen of Ockham, Vair Bells, Shire of Starhaven, Kingdom of Trimaris
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- “Medieval Pies for the Holidays,” by Mistress Euriol of Lothian, Across the Hills, Barony of Endless Hills
- Ansteorra
- “How to Re-Batch Soap” by Mistress Annes Clotilde von Bramburg, Over the Edge, Shire of Gate’s Edge
- “Dressing Up Your Tunic, part 1” by Ealasaid Mac al’Bhaird, The Elfsea Tidings, Barony of Elfsea
- Artemisia
- “On the Making of Vinegar” by Mistress Caointiarn, The Bronzehelm Watch, Shire of Bronzehelm
- “What is a Vigil?” by Baron K. Braden von Sobernheim, Moose Call, Barony of Arn Hold
- Atlantia
- “Camping Etiquette” by Baroness Sine ni Dheagh aidh, The Phoenix, Barony of the Sacred Stone
- Caid
- “Short Sleeve Caftans in 10th Century Russia” by Halbrust, The Dreiburgen News, Barony of Dreiburgen
- “We Threw the Astrolabe at a Badger…” by Mistress Fionnabhair Kyriath inghean ui Neill and Hroaldr Egilsson, The Serpent’s Tongue, Barony of Calafia
- “The Great Western War” by Xavier Albin, Fret Knot, Barony of Altavia
- Calontir
- “Hannes’ Haunted Hearse” by Lady Hanne Abendschein, The Barge, Barony of Three Rivers
- “Experimental Pit Firing Pottery” by Mistress Keja Tselebnika, The Ursus, Barony of Septentria
- East
- “Tudor-era Collars, In Period and Modern Application: Research and Creation of Their Majesties Collars” by Lady Xandra Rozina Xiberras Galea, The Quintavian Milestone, Shire of Quintavia
- “Bath Salts” by Lord Eleazar Ha-Levi, The Thorn, Shire of Blak Rose
- “Get Your Wit Out of the Hundred Merry Tales” by Lady Judith Fitzhenry, The Seahorse, Crown Province of Østgardr
- “Bacon 101” by Lord Wulfgang Gruenwald, The Clochette, Barony of Carillion
- Middle
- “Plastic Sports Armor Construction” by Captain Boris Movila, The Gryphon’s Tale, Barony of the Flaming Gryphon
- Trimaris
- “Tasty Tipples” by Lady Athelyna de Oldenfeld, Oldentales, Barony of Oldenfeld
Best Poetry or Short Fiction
Recognizes the author of an outstanding poem or piece of short fiction. Awarded to the writer and the newsletter.
The Winners: Poetry: “The Triskele and the Star” by Lord Pádraig Ruad Ó Maolagàin, The Scarlet Letter, Shire of Loch Ruadh, Kingdom of Ansteorra
and
Short Fiction: “The Ballad of Sven Frumbridge” by Sheumais Stuart, Kenning Points, Barony of Smoking Rocks
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- “Poetry in Old Icelandic: A new beginning” by Master Fridrikr Tomasson, Fewmet, Barony of Thescorre
- Artemisia
- “Lay of the naughty Minstrel” by Dame Bronwen of Irenwold, Beul Nam Beinnean, Barony of Sentinel’s Keep
- Atlantia
- “The Dukkering” by Baron Bardulf, The Quill, Barony of Nottinghill Coill
- Caid
- “You’re in Altavia” by Lady Petronilla de Chastelerault, Fret Knot, Barony of Altavia
- Calontir
- “The Thousands” by Lord Vilhjalmr Half-Troll, The Runestaff, Barony of Mag Mor
- Drachenwald
- “Five Thousand Miles from Home” by Mistress Jehanne de Hugenine, Storm Tidings, Shire of Adamastor
- Ealdormere
- “For Aibhilin and Aeneas of Rising Waters” by Lady Austrechild al-Jabaatee, The Cataract, Barony of Rising Waters
- East
- “The Tale of Fair Ellen and her Knight” by Gwenllian verch Rhys, The Moonstone, Province of Malagentia
- “A Thaibhairt Banharun (The Giving Baroness)” by Lile Dubh inghean ui Mordha, The Seahorse, Crown Province of Østgardr
Best Written contribution to a Kingdom Newsletter
Recognizes the author of an article, regular or special feature, poem, etc. provided for use by a Kingdom Newsletter. Awarded to the author.
The Winner: “Manor of Rockland,” (recurring article) for The Northwatch by Lady Margyt Weaver, Kingdom of Northshield
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc – “Tenth Century Scandinavian Ankle Boot,” for the March 2011 issue of The Æstel by Sir Óláfr Þorvarðarson
- Atenveldt – “Name Documentation: What to Find & Where to Find it,” written for the January 2011 issue of The Southwind (and is now a feature, “Heraldry-at-Large”) by Lord Kedivor Tal mab Cadwgan
- Atlantia – “Point of Protocol,” (recurring article) for The Acorn by Mistress Rhiannon ui Neill
- Drachenwald – “Sailing to Visby Middle Ages Week,” for the March 2011 issue of The Dragon’s Tale by Catarina de Montemartin
- Middle
- “Serena’s New Thing,” (recurring article) for The Pale by Mistress Serena Kimbalwyke
- “A Ninth or Tenth Century Norse Era Coat – Part II,” for The Pale by Duchess Sabine de Rouen
- “Drapa for King Ullr and Queen Annelyse,” for The Pale by Meistara Jofridr Thorbjarnadottir of the West Fiords
Best Artistic contribution to a Kingdom Newsletter
Recognizes the artist of a piece provided for use by a Kingdom Newsletter. Awarded to the artist.
The Winner: Cover Art for March 2011 issue of Popular Chivalry as well as new logo for the newsletter, Artist: Lord Valgardr Isungr, Kingdom of Meridies
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc – Cover art for The Æstel, Artist: THL Fredeburg von Katzenellenbogen
- An Tir
- Cover art for the July 2010 issue of The Crier, Photographer: Talentus “Talon” del Albero of Dragon’s Laire
- Cover art for the January 2011 issue of The Crier, Photographer: Talentus “Talon” del Albero of Dragon’s Laire
- Cover art for the August 2010 issue of The Crier, Artist: Phillip R. Livingston of Shittimwoode
- Cover art for March 2011 issue of The Crier, Artist: Phillip R. Livingston of Shittimwoode
- Atlantia
- Cover art (on a regular basis) for The Acorn, Artist: Master Bran Trefonnen
- Ealdormere
- Cover art (on a regular basis) for The Tidings, Artist: Lady Muirne Ultach
- East
- Cover art for the August 2010 issue of The Pikestaff, Artist: Katarzyna “Varju” Gwozdz
- Cover art for the January 2011 issue of The Pikestaff, Artist: Svea the Shortsighted
- Cover art for the December 2010 issue of The Pikestaff, Artist: Isabel Chamberlaine
- Cover art for the April 2011 issue of The Pikestaff, Artist: Daryl of Avalon
- Cover art for the October 2010 issue of The Pikestaff, Artist: Chrestienne la Pescheresse
- Meridies
- Cover art for November 2010 issue of Popular Chivalry, Artist: Sir Malcolm MacLachlan
- Northshield
- Cover art, content artwork, cartoons, for The Northwatch, Artist: Lady Simonis Adriane
- Cover art, content artwork, cartoons for The Northwatch, Artist: THL Thora Hrafnstinn Ornolfsdottir
- Content artwork for The Northwatch, Artist: Lady Niamh
- Cover art for July 2010 issue of The Northwatch, Artist: Mistress Moraig Anne Drummond
- Cover art for the September 2010 issue of The Northwatch, Artist: Lady Safia
- Cover art for the June 2010 and April 2011 issues of The Northwatch, Artist: Mistress Margaret Malise de Kyrkyntikaghe
- Outlands
- Cover art for March 2011 issue of The Outlandish Herald, Artist: Lord Rioghan mac an Ghabhan
Honorable Mention
Nominations which didn’t fit into the above categories, yet are still deserving of recognition for their exceptional work and/or dedication to producing the best possible newsletter for the local group served. Awarded to the individual nominee.
- Æthelmearc
- Chronicler: Baron Oeric Lestrange, Full Tilt, Barony of Delftwood. Excellent makeover of the Baronial newsletter.
- Atenveldt
- Chronicler: Lady Zofia Zekel, Tusker Times, Barony of Tir Ysgithr. Excellence in providing relevant information to the populace of the Barony.
- Caid
- Chronicler: Carol of Gyldenholt, Gyldenholt Press, Barony of Gyldenholt. Excellent work in reestablishing a newsletter for her Barony.
- Ealdormere
- Chroniclers: Lady Ceolwyn æt Grslhdun & Adnar Dionadair, Ramshaven Herald, Barony of Ramshaven. Excellent work by a new Chronicler in providing a “nice little newsletter” with good articles.
- East
- Chronicler: Lady Áine inghean uí O’Tuathail, Notes from the Underground, Barony of the Bridge. Excellent work in design improvements for the Baronial newsletter.
- Middle
- Chronicler: Lord Walter Marshall, Voice of Dune, Canton of Dun Traigh. Excellent work from a new Chronicler
- Artist: Duchess Sabine de Rouen, Gryphon’s Tale, Barony of the Flaming Gryphon. Consistent contribution of art for the newsletter for both the cover and internal art.
- Trimaris – Chronicler: Lady Gillian Tedcastle, Mire Crier, Shire of Trisel. The epitome of what we’d wish for in a chronicler