2nd Vindheim Coronet

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2nd Coronet

June 18, 2022, Photo by Shelby Wyatt
Information:
Coronet: Prince Jean Paul de Sens & Princess Gilyan Alienora of Clonmacnoise
Coronet Tournament & Elevation: June 18, 2022 - Vindheim Coronet Tourney II
Stepped Down:
Predecessors: Romanius Vesperianus and Deanna della Penna
Heirs:

Reign Overview

Royal Whims or Declarations


Staff Members


Champions

Arts


Combat

  • Armored Combat: Earl Dafydd Whitacre: The Prince's Tourney was modeled on Northkeep's Drighton tourney: Two 10 minute rounds of a speed tourney. First round was great weapon and second round was fighter's choice. Earl Daffydd won with the most fights and the most wins, and was also the Prince's Choice for Champion.
  • Rapier Combat: Lord Sævarr Máni won the Vindheim Rapier Tourney held at the first ever Vindheim Missile Academy, held on August 27, 2022. The format was Meatgrinder style: the rounds were 20 minutes single sword, a 20 minute rest/hydration break, and then 20 minutes fought with the fighter's choice of weapons.
  • Princess' Blade: It was Her Highness Gilyan's wish to choose a specific champion to represent her personally, and Áshildr inn Hárfagri received that honor at the Vindheim Missile Academy on August 27, 2022.
  • Premier Cut & Thrust: The tournament was held at Skorragarðr's Axeman XVII, and [[Johann von Aue]] bested the field to represent Their Highnesses.


Special Recognitions


Progress

June


July

  • 1-3: OFF
  • 8-10: Coronation - Barony of the Steppes, Richardson, TX
  • 15-17: OFF
  • 22-24: OFF
  • 29-31: OFF


August

  • 5-7: Steppes Artisan (big maybe), Barony of the Steppes
  • 12-14:
  • 19-21:
  • 26-28: Vindheim Missile Academy, Barony of Wiesenfeuer, Guthrie, OK


September


October

  • 8: Kingdom Arts & Sciences
  • OFF
  • OFF
  • 28-29: Eldern Hills Samhain


November

  • 04: Skorragardr's Axeman
  • 12: Fall Round Table (Virtual event)
  • 17: Bordermarch War of the Rams

December

  • 03: Calontir Crown Tournament (out of Kingdom)
  • 10: Vindheim Winter Coronet


The Words of the Coronet


June 23, 2022

HELLO VINDHEIM!!!  :)

Prince Jean Paul and I are very excited to be your new Prince and Princess! Thank you for giving us a couple of days to get re-acclimated to being front and center. It's been a few (cough) years of semi-retirement for us, but it was quite joyous to see all the smiling faces in court rather than the backs of heads! As we were sitting in court Saturday evening, the smiling faces brought back many fond memories. It was good for Our souls.

There have been several communications already about the many Deeds of Service and Outstanding Administration that were seen at the Coronet Tournament this past weekend. We would like to add Our sincere gratitude to the list. From the moment we stepped on site we could tell the event was well organized. The generosity of Namron and Vindheim was evident everywhere. The water stations staged around site, the fans, and the trays of fruit and salty snacks were exactly what a summer event in Vindheim needed. We would like to add Our praise to those gentles who bent their backs and shoveled and raked the field to make it more safe for the tournament. Through your efforts, there were no injuries due to the poor footing. Thank you for your unexpected but appreciated assistance.

We both look forward to meeting and speaking with more of the Vindheim populace and listening to your thoughts, suggestions, and opinions on the future of the Principality. If you would prefer to communicate electronically with Us, please do so through the official Prince and Princess emails. We will not have discussions about Principality business on Our personal Facebook profiles. While Viscount Romanius and Viscountess Deanna have done a gargantuan amount of work during their six months in office, there is still more to do. We are ready to take up this burden with the populace's guidance and assistance.

This weekend, I will be traveling south to the Two Artisans, Two Bards event hosted by the Baronies of Eldern Hills and Bonwicke while Prince Jean Paul will be traveling north to visit Our neighbors in Calontir at Lilies War. If you have never been to a Lilies War we highly recommend it. Lilies is like a fun family reunion full of people you wished you were able to see more often. His Highness has often correlated Lilies to eating pizza. He would really like to eat the whole pizza, but half a pizza or even just one piece of pizza is better than no pizza!  :)

Cool breezes and safe travels to you all,
Princess Gilyan
Prince Jean Paul

July Whispers on the Wind

What a month it's been! The support we have received from the populace has been amazing. Thank you all for everything you do for the SCA, Ansteorra, Vindheim, and your local group.

It's scorching hot outside, so now is the time to work on indoor projects while you are thinking ahead to BAM and, even further, Gulf Wars! We are in the process of organizing a Principality wide work day on July 30. It is our intent that all those who are able spend this day working on a project for the principality. Gather with a group of friends, your local group, or work in solitude - whatever makes you most comfortable. Make hoods, coifs, tabards, apron dresses, shield covers, banners, whatever you are able but make them in Vindheim colors and with the Vindheim star. Think of how you want your principality to be seen as it answers the call of Their Stellar Majesties, Creppin and Toryn, to be on the field at BAM or Gulf Wars. The next day, July 31, we will be attending the Regional Fighter Practice in Ark City, KS. If you can join us we would love to stand with you on the field of friendly battle.

Speaking of war - we're going to Bordermarch Autumn Melees (BAM)! We would love to see as many of you there as can manage. Start coordinating rides or tent space, making and freezing food items, and squirreling away gas money. It's historically documented that no one went to war by themself, so find some war buddies!

As you all know, all of the awards for the principality which the Coronet can give out are still in a proposed status. Regardless, if you see someone doing something that you believe should be recognized with any of the existing awards - or even a new one! - please let us know. We cannot be everywhere and see everything, so we rely on our populace to tell us of worthy deeds. Until we are able to have an online form created, please email us directly. We will be posting reminders and descriptions of what the new awards are over the next few weeks.

Until we meet again, be kind and practice franchise.

September 18, 2022

We gathered up all the baked goods that we traded for yesterday, we'll at least the ones we didn't eat yesterday, to try and show everyone how much we enjoyed Trade Days. A picture really doesn't do it justice though. The day started with a giggle as Gael, Jacob, and Zach rode the rails of our truck up the hill and ended with a giggle as I packed the truck full of baked goods and cases of Mountain Dew Spark Zero. As Zubeydah says, my heart is full. My emotional well and spirit have been rejuvenated and filled with happiness and joy. What a wonderful event!

September 20, 2022

At Mooneschadowe Trade Days Saturday we made some updates to two of the principality awards that were created by Romanius and Deanna. Please read on for more details about these changes.

The Order of the Golden Comb. This recognition is for those who are under the age of 18 and participate and serve in the SCA above what is expected of them. To this Order we have given some special responsibilities and the privileges necessary to complete their task. Members of the Order of the Golden Comb shall serve as messengers for the Coronet. As our messengers, the Golden Combs shall have uncommon access to the Coronet. They may enter a court of the Coronet unbidden to respectfully wait to deliver or receive any messages. In order to ease the burden of the Golden Combs with their new responsibilities, we have also proposed insignia for the Order. They may have a messenger style satchel bag in a sanguine color with a golden honeycomb design on the outside flap. Inside this bag should always be a small notepad and writing utensil for messages. Jean Paul also turned his creativity towards writing a scroll text for recipients of this award during our reign.

Upon the great tree Yggdrasil, teeth sharp, wit biting.
From root to crest message carrying.
Bushy tailed Mercury,
Reality renewing balance giver
Rattatoskr’s descendants move amongst Vindheim,
Serving to keep it safe, and carrying the messages that bind it together.
So vital a service is given by these persons, that We, Jean Paul and Gilyan, first of that name, heirs to Romanius and Deanna, the Founders, recognize in <Rose of Marata> the spirit of the messenger, and call them forth to join the Order of the Golden Comb.

The Award of the Thunderbolt. Romanius and Deanna created this award as the Crimson Firebolt and it was to be given to those who distinguished or impressed the Coronet with their martial pursuits. We have changed the name to the Award of the Thunderbolt and expanded the possible recipients to include anyone who has distinguished or impressed the Coronet with an example of phenomenal prowess, extraordinary artistry, or remarkable service. Jean Paul also wrote a scroll text for this award during our reign.

The skalds say when our ancestors came to this land, storms and winds, rain and fire beset them. As they learned to dwell in harmony, the fire and lightning became warmth and delight. The joy in the ferocity, the speed, and the power of Odin’s spear became a symbol of those who excelled in the moment.
One such person is <Lillias MacGuffin>, who’s actions have caused the notice of the rulers, Jean Paul and Gilyan, first of that name, heirs to Romanius and Deanna, the Founders. For <Lillias'> exceptional nature, they are added to the order of the Thunderbolt, Odin’s favorites, and beacons for Vindheims people. Sing their praise, for they are favored on this day.

As always, if you have any recommendations or recipients for these or any other award, please tell us. We are delighted at the opportunity to recognize deserving people. We also continue to welcome your thoughts and opinions on new principality awards or updates to any of the ones that have been announced so far. While we have ideas and plans in motion, it is not too late to change trajectory with logical and researched data.

We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible at Namron Protectorate! Good things will happen there! (hint, hint)  ;)

Prince Jean Paul
Princess Gilyan
Coronet of Vindheim

October 17, 2022

If you take your time to do things the right way, your work will speak for itself. Friends are always there to help, and they can be counted on no matter what. #friendshipisvindheim

October 23, 2022

There are many different kinds of friends, and many ways to express friendship. Some friends like to run and laugh and play together. But others just like to be left alone, and that's fine too. But the best thing about friendship is being able to make your friends smile. #friendshipisvindheim

October 32, 2022

Sometimes it can be hard for a shy person to stand up for themselves. When they first try it, they may not like the person they become. But standing up for yourself isn't the same as changing who you are. Learn how to draw boundaries without being unpleasant or mean. #friendshipisvindheim

November 2, 2022

Sometimes you can feel like what you have to offer is too little to make a difference, but everyone's contributions are important, no matter how small. If you just keep your head high, do your best and believe in yourself, anything can happen. #friendshipisvindheim

November 6, 2022

Learning to trust your instincts is a valuable lesson to learn. #friendshipisvindheim

November 9, 2022

Just because we don't always need your help, it doesn't mean that we don't think you're helpful. You don't have to have superpowers to be a super friend. #friendshipisvindheim

The Words of the Populace


Reign Notes

Garb/Accoutrements

Tokens and Gifts


Royal Preferences

Preference His Serene Highness Her Serene Highness
Allergies:
Food Preferences: JP likes spicy foods and will try anything once. Fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, and chicken wings are preferred. Lemon bars.

We both agree: guacamole, avocados, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, and melons (not watermelons) are not fit for eating.

Gilyan has braces so what she can eat is constantly in flux. Generally soft things and no chips. Savory pies, brownies, roasted vegetables and meats, chocolate - the darker and saltier the better.

We both agree: guacamole, avocados, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, and melons (not watermelons) are not fit for eating.

Beverage Preferences: His drink preferences are Diet Dr. Pepper, Lo Carb Monster, and Original Strongbow her drink preferences are Tropical Punch Kool-Aid and Diet Mt Dew.
Persona: Burgundian/Landscknecht, 1490s-1500
Anglo-Saxon, 9th-11th century
Colors:
Interests: Watching combat and Making armor

Dogs
Jean Paul is an extrovert and enjoys talking to everybody

Anglo-Saxon artwork, metalwork, and embroidery, Horses and dogs

Early period Cut-and-Thrust / Calontir Steel / Watching combat
Gilyan is an introvert and prefers small groups and quiet places.

Largess Requests: A lot of people don’t have a lot of Vindheim wearables yet. So donations/largess of wearables, accessories, etc., with Vindheim visual motifs would be especially appreciated. We would also ask for decorated cardboard / temporary scroll keepers, or project kits: a container with items necessary to complete a small task or learn a new skill (such as thread-wrapped buttons, fingerloop braiding, Fighter Consumables, small notebooks and pens, Garb first aid, etc.)


Trivia


Reign Photos & Media