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Greetings –
It is a great pleasure to announce the Master William Blackfox Awards for newsletters published during A.S. 47. The talent and dedication of local group chroniclers, and members of the populace who submitted articles and artwork is truly amazing. Choosing the winners was hard for our panel of judges!
Thank you to all the Kingdom Chroniclers and their staff who compiled nominations (and who work so hard all year long on their own newsletters!), Countess Honor of Restormel for her continual support, and Lord Jok MacPherson, Baroness Morgan Elandris, Miriam Goder, Karen Lewiston, Michael Dunning and Carol Shiffer for their work in judging.
Being a Chronicler entails many hours of dedicated work each month; it is a joy to recognize that with these awards!
In service,
Ysabeau Tiercelin, OP
Society Chronicler
Best Overall Newsletter
Not necessarily the best-looking newsletter, but rather 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. This title is awarded to the newsletter and the Chronicler.
The winner: Knightingale, Barony of Knights Crossing, Kingdom of Drachenwald, Chronicler: Lady Mechthild Quattermart
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- Windfalls, Shire of Coppertree, Chronicler: Lady Aerin Wren
- Echoes from the Mist, Shire of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais, Chronicler: Lady Ariel of Grenwich
- An Tir
- The Sundog’s Tale, Shire of Sigelhundas, Chronicler: Wynfryda of Lyn
- Atenveldt
- Thunderbolt, Barony March of Mons Tonitrus, Chronicler: Celestria inghean Rioghbhardan
- Atlantia
- The QD, Barony of Caer Mear, Chronicler: Lady Gytha of WithornSea
- Ansteorra
- The Halberd, Bryn Gwlad, Chronicler: Lady Renée du Valier
- Caid
- Gyldenholt Press, Barony of Gyldenholt, Chronicler: Carol of Gyldenholt
- The Seraph, Barony of the Angels, Chronicler: Maestra Flavia Beatrice Carmigniani
- The Serpent’s Tongue, Barony of Calafia, Chronicler: Lord Ketill raudskeggr
- Calontir
- The Dancing Moon, Shire of Calanais Nuadh, Chronicler: Lady Dulcibella de Chateaurien
- The Parade, Shire of Heraldshill, Chronicler: Lord Sifrid von Eichelborn
- The Clarion, Barony of Forgotten Sea, Chronicler: Lady Narcissa Patricius
- East
- The Chanticleer, Barony Beyond the Mountain, Chronicler: Lady Johanna de Glastingburi
- The Carolingian Minuscule. Barony of Carolingia, Chronicler: Lady Edith of Steyning
- Northern Watch, Barony of Endewearde, Chronicler: Oleksandr Brazhnyk
- Ealdormere
- The Skraeling Althing Chronicle, Barony of Skraeling Althing, Chroniclers: Dame Helen of Greyfells/Lady Giana Gabriella di Milano
- The Ursus, Barony of Septentria, Chronicler: Seonag nic Thomais Bannthegn
- Gleann Abhann
- Ardanrunes, Ardanroe, Chronicler: Master Rory ua Riada
- Midrealm
- Scandelcrag, Barony of Andelcrag, Chronicler: Lady Adallisia de Porto Fino
- Flamberge, Barony of the Flame, Chronicler: Lady Marissa von Atzinger
- West
- The Dragontale, Barony of Selviergard, Chronicler: Kurios Halfdan “Two Bears” Ozurrson
- Vox Cynaguae, Principality of Cynagua, Chronicler: Danae Fitzroberts
- The Guardian, Principality of Oertha, Chronicler: Kurios Halfdan “Two Bears” Ozurrson
Best Layout and Design
For the best-looking newsletter in balance and style. Awarded to the newsletter and the Chronicler.
The winner: Notes from Underground, Barony of the Bridge, East Kingdom, Chronicler: Lady Mina di Pasquale
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- The Althing, Barony Marche of the Debatable Lands, Chronicler: Sumayya al Ghazzi
- Windfalls, Shire of Coppertree, Chronicler: Aerin Wren
- An Tir
- The Murmers, Barony of Aquaterra, Chronicler: Sebastian von Aterdorff
- Atenveldt
- Twin Moons Missive, Barony of Twin Moons, Chronicler: Beatriz Teixerya Drago
- Atlantia
- Il Tempo, Barony of Ponte Alto, Chronicler: Lady Theresa O Cahir
- Ansteorra
- The Halberd, Bryn Gwlad, Chronicler: Lady Renée du Valier
- Caid
- Gyldenholt Press, Barony of Gyldenholt, Chronicler: Carol of Gyldenholt
- Tales from the Mist, Shire of Wintermist, Chronicler: Lady A’isha al-Raqqasa
- Calontir
- The Clarion, Barony of Forgotten Sea, Chronicler: Lady Narcissa Patricius
- Drachenwald
- Knightingale, Barony of Knights Crossing, Chronicler: Lady Mechthild Quattermart
- Ealdormere
- The Cataract. Barony of Rising Waters, Chronicler: Baroness Ariadne Athingara of Ravenglass
- The Ramshaven Herald, Barony of Ramshavenm, Chronicler: Lord Adnar Dionadair
- East
- The Viaduct, Barony of An Dubhaigeann, Chronicler: Lady Onóra inghean Uí Rauirc
- Les Nouvelles du Havre, Barony of Havre des Glaces, Chronicler: Mikhail Vladimiroff Tatarin
- Gleann Abhann
- Sealion’s Tale, Barony of Seleone, Chronicler: Luciano di Giovanni
- Midrealm
- Gryphon’s Tale, Barony of Flaming Gryphon, Chronicler: Lady Elena MacPhearson
- RivenSTAR, Barony of Rivenstar, Chronicler: Marian Hryhorcova
- Northshield
- The Crystal Quill, Barony of Nordskogen, Chronicler: Lleucu verch Gwilim
- West
- Eskalyan Chronicle, Barony of Eskalya, Chronicler: Cynehild Cynesigesdohtor
- The Guardian, Principality of Oertha, Chronicler: Kurios Halfdan “Two Bears” Ozurrson
- The Dragontale, Barony of Selviergard, Chronicler: Kurios Halfdan “Two Bears” Ozurrson
Best Artwork
For artwork on the cover or interior of the newsletter. Awarded to both the newsletter and the artist.
The winner: Northern Watch, Barony of Endewearde, Chronicler: Oleksandr Brazhnyk, Artist: Lady Agatha Wanderer, Portrait of Master Gregory Finche
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc – Windfalls, Shire of Coppertree, Chronicler Lady Aerin Wren, Artist: Katherine Thorne
- An Tir – The Murmers, Barony of Aquaterra, Chronicler: Sebastian von Aterdorff , Artist: Raymond von dem Lowengrab, OL
- Atlantia – The Talon, Barony of Hawkwood, Chronicler: Lady Zuzanna Mrva, Artist: Lady Christiana de Haukworth
- Ansteorra – Eldern Pages, Eldern Hills, Chronicler: Lady Gillian of Eldern Hills, Artist: Jerry Dean
- Caid – Serpent’s Tongue, Barony of Calafia, Chronicler: Lord Ketill Raudskeggr, Artist: Lady Giovanna Ricci, Court and Guard
- Drachenwald – Knightingale, Barony of Knight’s Crossing, Chronicler: Lady Mechthild Quattermart. Artist: Mistress Bridget Greywolf
- Ealdormere – The Skraeling Althing Chronicle, Barony of Skraeling Althing, Chronicler: Dame Helen of Greyfells/Lady Giana Gabriella di Milano, Artist: Lady Alais Innocenti de Poitiers
- Midrealm
- Currents, Shire of Riviere Constelle. Chronicler: Mistress Kirsten Thorsteinsdottir, Artist: Lady Matilda Atzinger, Stained Glass
- Bezant under Glass, Barony of Roaring Wastes, Chronicler: Lady Isabella Pallini,, Artist: Lady Aurora Balint, Photo Montage
- West
- Darkwood Drum, Barony of Darkwood, Chronicler: Grania Buchanan. Artist: Rusty McMillan
- Vox Cynagua, Principality of Cynagua, Chronicler: Danae Fitzroberts, Artist: Vincenzo Saracini
Best Special Edition
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: Æthelmearc The Early Years of History, Passing of the Ice Dragon, Barony of the Rhydderich Hael, Chronicler: Lord Rhiannon Elandris
The remaining nominee:
Ealdormere – Year End Edition, The Skraeling Althing Chronicle, Barony of Skraeling Althing, Chronicler: Dame Helen of Greyfells
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: Atenveldt: Atenveldtus Glorious, A&S themed newsletter, Chronicler: Dame Anita de Challis, Editor: THL Wynne MacNair
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc – Delftwood A&S Issue, Barony of Delftwood, Chronicler: Lady Desiderata Drake
- Atlantia – La Mezavolta, Atlantia’s Dance Community, Editor: Lady Margaret Roe
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: Æthelmearc: Ongoing Dietary Series, Author: Gilles de Beauchamp; Echoes from the Mist, Shire of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais, Chronicler: Lady Ariel of Grenwich
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- Baroness Helene’s Garden, Author: Helene al Zarqu; Full Tilt, Barony of Delftwood, Chronicler: Desiderate Drake and Margarita Carpintero
- An Tir
- Twels Book Nook, Author: Tewl Gover; The Bards Banner, Tir Bannog, Chronicler: Lord Piers Lakewood
- Atenveldt
- WWAD – What Would Angele Do? Author: Dame Angele Plaisance; Twin Moons Missive, Barony of Twin Moons, Chronicler: Beatriz Teixerya Drago
- Atlantia
- From the Bright Hills Kitchen, Author: Bright Hills Kitchen Guild; The Yeoman, Barony of Bright Hills, Chronicler: THL Sindara Lind Rachael Fessel of the Falconshield
- Caid
- Dagda’s Corner, Author: Lady Rutilia Fausta; Tydes, Barony of Lyondemere, Chronicler: Lady Rutilia Fausta
- From the Populace, Author: Various; Gyldenholt Press, Barony of Gyldenholt, Chronicler: Carol of Gyldenholt
- Thor or Loki, Author: Wolfgar Longfang, ; Baronial Banner, Barony of Starkhafn, Chronicler: Wolfgar Longfang
- Drachenwald
- A Narrow-Wares Reference Library Part I (March), Part II (April), & Part III (May), Author: Lady Catherine Weaver of Thamesreach; The Baelfyr, Principality of Insulae Draconis, Chronicler: Lady Constanza of Thamesreach
- East
- Archaeology News, Author: Lady Johanna de Glastingburi ; The Chanticleer, Barony Beyond the Mountain, Chronicler: Lady Johanna de Glastingburi
- Recipe of the Month, Author: Lady Mina di Pasquale; Notes from Underground, Barony of the Bridge, Chronicler: Lady Mina di Pasquale
- Lesser Known Orders, Author: Lianor de Matos; The Salamander, Barony of Bhakhail, Chronicler: Lord Martyn de Halliwell
- Gleann Abhann
- The Ardanroe Herbarium, Author: THL Rovena of bri Leith; Ardanrunes, Ardanroe, Chronicler: Master Rory ua Riada
- Midrealm
- Ask Mistress Manners, Author: Mistress Kirsten Thorsteinsdottir; Currents, Shire of Riviere Constelle, Chronicler: Mistress Kirsten Thorsteinsdottir
- West
- Du’ad Bob Review, Author: Du’ad Bob; The Gatekeeper, Barony of Winters Gate, Chronicler: Morgana yr Oerfa
Best Article
Recognizes excellence in articles appearing in a local newsletter. Awarded to the writer and the newsletter.
The winner: Author: Meisterin Siglinde Harfnerstochter, “Fishing in the Middle Ages”, The Skraeling Althing Chronicle, Barony of Skraeling Althing, Ealdormere. Chroniclers: Dame Helen of Greyfells/Lady Giana Gabriella di Milan
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- Author: Lady Vivienne of Yardley, “Ye Olde Medieval Customs that Still Linger Today”; Echoes from the Mist, Shire of Abhinn Ciach Ghlais, Chronicler: Lady Ariel of Grenwich
- Author: Marin, “A Home of Their Own”; Echoes from the Mist, Shire of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais, Chronicler: Lady Ariel of Grenwich
- An Tir
- Author: Lady Doireann Dechti/Þorey Karrsdottir, “Adventures in Building a Norse Tent”; Heartbeat, Shire of Hartwood, Chronicler: Elizabeth Chatfeld
- Atlantia
- Author: Ásfríðr Ulfvíðardóttir, “Belts in Viking Women’s Graves”, The QD, Barony of Caer Mear, Chronicler: Lady Gytha of WithornSea
- Ansteorra
- Author: Don Aubri de Baudricourt, “Practical Medicinal Herbalism”; The Halberd, Bryn Gwlad, Chronicler: Lady Renée du Valier
- Caid
- Author: Duke Guillaume de Belgique, “Good Even, Good Robin Hood – Legends of Robin Hood in the Middle Ages and Renaissance “; Serpent’s Tongue, Barony of Calafia, Chronicler: Lord Ketill raudskeggr
- Calontir
- Author: Mistress Sofya la Rus, “Mystic Meets the Middle Ages”; Parade, Shire of Heraldshill, Chronicler: Lord Sifrid von Eichelborn (Russ Echelbarger)
- Drachenwald
- Author: Count Paul de Gorey, “Building a Portable Pell”; The Baelfyr, Principality of Insulae Draconis, Chronicler: Lady Constanza of Thamesreach
- Ealdormere
- Author: Lady Eluned ferch Angor, “Tasty Spring Nettles”; The Skraeling Althing Chronicle, Barony of Skraeling Althing, Chroniclers: Dame Helen of Greyfells/Lady Giana Gabriella di Milano
- East
- Author: Maîtresse Elwynne Rowenna de Wentworth, “The Crestfallen Tourney (a small history)”; Bergental Berserker, Barony of Bergental, Chronicler: Lady Barbeta Kyrkeland
- Author: Duke Sir Vissevald Selkirksson, “Adventures In Reconstruction”; Carolingian Minuscule, Barony of Carolingia, Chronicler: Lady Edith of Steyning
- Author: Mistress Eowyn Eilonwy of Alewife Brook, “On the Matter of the Succession and Coronation”; Carolingian Minuscule, Barony of Carolingia, Chronicler: Lady Edith of Steyning
- Gleann Abhann
- Author: Master Rory ua Riada, “Carriage Chatter”; Ardanrunes, Ardanroe, Chronicler: Master Rory ua Riada
- Midrealm
- Author: Lord Mathaeus Blades, “Creating Brass Tokens and More from Used Rifle Brass”; The Shepherd’s Tale, Shire of Hawkes Keye, Chronicler: Lord Ivar Tordenskiold
- Author: Baroness Kay of Tre Asterium, OP, “Serving a King’s Table”; The Citadel, Barony of Cynnabar, Chronicler: THL Ermenrich von Duisburg
- Author: Bianca Rosamund di Firenze, “Camping Preparation for Summer Events, Especially Pennsic!”; Flamberge, Barony of the Flame, Chronicler: Lady Marissa von Atzinger
- Author: Mistress Jervisa Wainwright, “Scroll Making for Beginners:; Scandelcrag, Barony of Andelcrag, Chronicler: Lady Adallisia de Porto Fino
- West
- Author: Edward le Kervere, “Aim Small, Miss Small”; Vox Cynaguae, Principality of Cynagua, Chronicler: Danae Fitzroberts
- Author: Kurios Halfdan “Two Bears” Ozurrson, “What You Should Write For Your Newsletter & How To Do It”; The Dragontale, Barony of Selviergard, Chronicler: Kurios Halfdan “Two Bears” Ozurrson
- Author: Na’arah bat Auraham, “Season for Feasting”; Darkwood Drum, Barony of Darkwood, Chronicler: Grania Buchanan
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 Winner: Author: Black John Caro, Untitled Poem, in Portcullis, Barony of Brendoken, Midrealm. Chronicler: Lady Brighid Breatnach
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- Author: Lady Aerin Wren, “The Green Man”, in Windfalls, Shire of Coppertree, Chronicler: Lady Aerin Wren
- Atlantia
- Author: Lady Katarzyna Witkowska, “Smok Wawelski – A Polish Fairy Tale”, in The Yeoman, Barony of Bright Hills, Chronicler: THL Sindara Lind Rachael Fessel of the Falconshield
- Calontir
- Author: Lord Johann Steinarsson, “Harvest Time”, in The Dragonflyre, Barony of Vatavia, Chronicler, Lady Fujihara Murasak
- Author: Lord Janos Katana, “Music by Janos”, in The Clarion, Chronicler: Lady Marcissa Patricius
- Drachenwald
- Author: Lady Ameline de Leew, “Ode to my Mistress’ pies”, in Storm Tidings, Shire of Adamastor, Chronicler: Mistress Katherine Percival
- Ealdormere
- The Ursus, Barony of Septentria, Chronicler & Author: Seonag nic Thomais Bannthegn
- Author: Lord Adnar Dionadair, “Amusement for a Muse”, in The Ramshaven Herald, Barony of Ramshaven, Chronicler: Lord Adnar Dionadair
- West
- Author: Carrick McBrian, “Poem Presented at White Shield”, in The Darkwood Drum, Barony of Darkwood, Chronicler: Grania Buchanan
- Author: Selviergard Associated Press, “Selviergard Health & Sanitation Determine Vorpal Bunnies Hazardous”, in The Dragontale, Barony of Selviergard, Chronicler: Kurios Halfdan “Two Bears” Ozurrson
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: Northshield: “Cheese of One Meale” by Countess Elizabeth Von Kalmbach
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- “Redactions of Traditional Italian Holiday Foods with Medieval Roots”, by Lady Mairghread ni Stilbheard uu Coinn of Thescorre”
- 16th Century Fashion Dolls, Evolution from Fashion to Toy”, by Lady Mairin O’Cadhla
- Atenveldt
- “The Awards of Atenveldt – Part 1: Service”, by Master Kedivor Tal mab Cadwgan (graphics by Anita de Challis)
- Caid
- “Shawl from 8th Century Gotland” by Asfrithr Ulfrithardottir”In Praise of Fermented Fish (the Peppermill)”, by Master Guiseppe da Borgia
- Drachenwald
- “The Making of a Coif”, by Mistress Lia De Thornegge
- Ealdormere
- “Chivalric Virtues”, by Fulk Beauxarmes
- Gleann Abhann
- “Historian Notes”, by Mistress Barbara Sterling
- Northshield
- “View from the Flowage”, by Guttorm Arnesson
- West
- “On Teaching Classes in the SCA”, by Lady Meliora Leuedai de Ardescote”Peer Fear: A Humorous Guide”, by Saint Philip CoDolds
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: West: Anita Ruic, Cover
The remaining nominees:
- Æthelmearc
- Tie between: Baroness Barbary Rose and Baron Caleb Reynolds
- Atlantia
- Lord Hrothgar Ravensson
- Ansteorra
- HL Delphina de Champeaux, Picture of a Knight
- Caid
- Kythera of Anevern, Chalice
- Eric Paulson, JesterAnita Ruic, Warrior
- Calontir
- Lady Juliana Macnayre, Dreaming of Lilies
- Ealdormere
- Lady Muirne Ultach, Covers for December 2012 and February 2012
- East
- Baroness Shadiyah al-Zahra, The Shape of the Stars
- Christiana Crane. Untitled Illuminated Capital
- Ian Raven, Illuminated Capital P
- Gleann Abhann
- Lady Kennah Cinaeddottir. Cover
- Northshield
- Thora Hrafnsteinn Ornolfsdottir, September Cover
- West
- Esmeralda of the Lakes, Cover
- Richard of Aldertree, Cover
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.
- Atlantia
- The Mountain Mayhem, Barony of Hidden Mountain, Lord Duncan MacEwan ate Mersch
- East
- The Chanticleer, Barony Beyond the Mountain, Chronicler: Lady Johanna de Glastingburi, Author: Mistress Eloise of Coulter, “Your New Baron and Baroness: Your User’s Manual
- “Thereby Hangs a Tale, Canton of Lions End (Barony of An Dubhaigeann), Chronicler: Lady Maeve of Abbeydorney