[Artemisia] Fwd: Dragon's Tear tournament is OPEN OPEN OPEN!!

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From: Jeff Brainard <marcocaprioli at yahoo.com>
To: Kingdom of Artemisia mailing list <artemisia at lists.gallowglass.org>
Date: Sun, 9 Jul 2006 11:30:43 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: Dragon's Tear tournament is OPEN OPEN OPEN!!
Oh hearken you hungry Artemisians and feed on this!

You all probably saw the announcement for the Tournament of the
Dragon's Tear published in the Sage already, but you haven't seen it
all! Not only is this the oldest event in sweet Artemisia's bosom, but
there are NEW COMPLICATIONS you should see:

         ********check out the attached photos! ***********
[Moderator's Note - Nope. Sorry.]

WHIRLING MELEE ACTION AND ALL-OUT WAR! Join the Infidels as they lay
siege to cities in their pursuit of the Pearl of Syria, Jerusalem.
Conversely, you may also choose to join Damascus in an attempt to
repulse these Unfaithful from its lands. Either way, you're guaranteed
WAY too much fun and action. If fighting doesn't curl your toes, you
should know that combat isn't the only way this war will be won: there
are war points available for virtually every activity for every person.

OPEN SANGUIMONIOUS TOURNEY!! Just like the subject line says, the
single combat tournament is not only sponsored by the honorable Terrell
al-Qasab, but it's OPEN OPEN OPEN! There are a couple of *other
criteria, though, that I hope you can own up to: the basis of the
tournament will be the five KNIGHTLY VIRTUES and the winner will, of
course, shine them more brightly than the rest. To wit:

  LARGHESSE (Sati and Tiana will both be there, so show your generosity
to the crown!)

  PROWESS  beat the infidels to a quivering pulp in combat(but do it
chivalrously!)

  FRANCHISE bring your household to cheer you on!

  COURTESY apologize to your opponent's lady for slaughtering him so
slowly!



just in case, here's a copy of the event announcement, too:

  LOYALTY




Dragon's Tear XXII:
The Battle for Jerusalem

Shake a turban feather and join the Shire of Stan Wyrm in the XXII
tournament of the Dragon's Tear. We've chosen a themed event entitled
The Battle for Jerusalem. We plan not only to hold the armored combat
tournament but also  some melee scenarios including the Battle for
Water and the Quest for the Spear of Destiny.  Their majesties will be
with us to see the halftime show by Mst. Mirr and her ladies.

If you're not so great at wearing a suit of metal, we have the perfect
divertissements for you, also! We have planned classes to contrast the
development of both middle eastern and European cultures around the
time of the crusades and  fighters willing, the Artemisian Kennel Club
will conduct some games for everyone in its Field Agility Tests (ever
see the doggie Olympics stuff on television? Now think "armored
people.")

There's lots more afoot here for the Battle for Jerusalem, but you'll
have to stay on your toes since it's developing so much! Don't be
afraid to call our autocrat *after 3 pm on weekdays* for updates or
email.  Our feast will be a collaborative effort, so you should contact
Marco with any concerns, ideas, or offers to help out.

So you want to know about the site? I'm not going to tell you that it's
one of the finest sites in the kingdom; you'll have to see the hall,
outbuildings, water feature, cabins, kitchen, and bathrooms with
running water, showers, and flush toilets for yourself. I will tell
you, though, that if you'd like to stay in a cabin, you should reserve
your place quickly. If not, there is ample camping space and merchants
are (REALLY) welcome. We simply ask that merchants make a meaningful
contribution to the shire of their own choosing.


Last updated 5/20/06

DIRECTIONS: The location of DT XXII is properly known as Camp Rotary,
located 6 miles south of Monarch, MT on state highway 89.
FROM GREAT FALLS: head EAST out 10th Ave S and keep going. XX miles
down the road, you'll come to an ARMINGTON JUNCTION. TURN RIGHT. You're
now on highway MT89. Continue along this road past Monarch (20 miles
but don't blink). Now go 6 more miles. The road to the camp will be on
the right and starts out with a little bridge over the creek. Follow
the access road to its end and you'll find the Battle for Jerusalem.
FROM THE SOUTH: Take your best route to White Sulphur Springs/MT
highway 89 and head north, about* 60 miles. The road to the camp will
be on the left a few miles past Neihart and will be marked. The road
starts with a bridge and will have signs to Camp Rotary. Follow the
access road to its end and you'll be hacking the Christian invaders to
pieces in no time.

Autocrat: Marco dei Caprioli (Jeff Brainard) *see below
Site opens 7 PM Friday,  July 14, closes 1 PM Sunday, July 16

Registration: All reservations must include the mundane name, contact
information, and age of each member of your part, along with their SCA
names. This is a camping event with feast. Please indicate if you are
camping with a group. Reservations must be received by  July 5th to
guarantee your place.  Minor waivers are req'd for all under 18 and
signed by a parent/guardian. Anyone with questions regarding food
allergies should contact the autocrat.

Fees: Adults: $10 site, $10 feast; youth 12-15: $10 site, $5 feast;
children 6-11: $5 site, $5 feast, children under 6 eat for free but
site is $5. There is a family cap for families of 5 or more of $75. The
nonmember surcharge of $3 does apply. Please make checks payable to
Shire of Stan Wyrm, SCA Inc.

Send reservations to the autocrat:
        Marco dei Caprioli
        marcocaprioli at hotmail.com or 406.781.9888
                Jeff Brainard
                3527 4th Ave N
                Great Falls MT  59401-3015