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New Principality Chatelaine Needed

Greetings members of the Summits. We are in need of a new Principality Chatelaine. This is a vital role that supports the growth of our principality by welcoming and guiding newcomers into the SCA. If you have a passion for outreach, a welcoming spirit, and a desire to help new members find their place in our community, we encourage you to apply!

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for newcomers to the Summits, providing them with guidance and resources.
  • Support local branch Chatelaines in their outreach and recruitment efforts.
  • Assist in the creation and distribution of newcomer materials.
  • Maintain communication with the Kingdom Chatelaine and report on principality-level newcomer efforts.
  • Promote inclusivity and ensure that all newcomers feel welcome and supported in their SCA journey.

Requirements:

  • Be a paid member of the SCA in good standing.
  • Live within the Principality.
  • Be able to serve a two-year term.
  • Have reliable internet and email access for communication and reporting.
  • Have good communication skills and a welcoming demeanor.

Interested individuals should submit the following to Their Alpine Highnesses and the Principality Seneschal.

  • SCA and modern name
  • Membership number & expiration date
  • A brief SCA resume (relevant experience, offices held, event involvement)
  • A short letter of intent outlining why you are interested in the position and what you hope to accomplish

This is a fantastic opportunity to serve the Summits and ensure that our community remains welcoming and vibrant for years to come!

Please email your applications to summitsseneschal@antir.org and SummitsCoronet@antir.org

The Alpine Highnesses
Ivan Shield Bane and Mina de filia Philipe

Ivan and Mina

Ivan Shield Bane and Mina de filia Philipe

SummitsCoronet@antir.org

Their Alpine Highnesses’ Current Progress
(Subject to change)

1/18/25 – Midwinter – Ivan

1/24/25-1/26/25 – Ursulmas – Ivan

2/1/25 – Birl – Both

2/7/25-2/9/25 – Alpine Fest of Arts -Both

3/7/25-3/9/25 – Kingdom A&S – Mina

3/8/25-3/16/25 – Gulf Wars – Ivan

3/28/25-3/30/25 – March Coronet – Both

4/12/2025 – Eggberts – Both

4/19/2025 – Defenders – Ivan

4/25/25-4/27/25 – Bar Gemels – Both

5/3/25 – May Revel – Both

5/9/25-5/11/25 – Tain Bo – Both

5/16/25-5/18/25 – Crown – Ivan

5/23/24-5/26/24 – Egils – Both

6/20/24-6/22/24 – June Investiture – Both

About Ivan Shield Bane

Background

Ivan Shieldbane is an Anglo Saxon adventurer from the Migration Era. Ivan can be found in the tournament Eric or on the war field if there is a contest of skill he enjoys watching. Ivan really enjoys a good story and the song and passion performers bring to the bardic circle. Ivan enjoys earth tones and dark colors, but generally doesn’t give such much thought.

Food and Drink Preferences

He is an enjoyer of foods from all over the world. Ivan is minimizing alcohol consumption. He prefers to drink Gatorade, iced tea, and of course, water.

About Mina de filia Philipe

Background

Mina de filia Philipe’s persona is that of a 14th century Navarrian woman. She loves archery, arts, and evenings around the campfire. Mina can often be found watching tournament fighting, working gate, watching her children’s activities, or socializing with… well, pretty much anyone. Her greatest joy in the SCA is the people. The bonds of friendship and family forged with those near and far are what brings the Dream to life for her.
Her favorite colors are blue, teal, and silver.

Food and Drink Preferences

Mina will try most any foods. She is particularly fond of pasta, bread, and tacos! She likes most all fruits and fresh vegetables, though strawberries are her favorite. She prefers sweet over salty. She does not like raw onions, fish, stinky cheese, or cooked broccoli. Mina does not drink alcohol. She prefers sweetened tea (hot or iced), Pepsi, and fruit juices.

The Alpine Highnesses of the Summits, Amalric and Z

The Alpine Highnesses
Amalric Blackhart and Z

About Amalric Blackhart

Background
Amalric Blackhart (he/him) started playing in the SCA in AS XVI and later squired into the lineage of Edward Zifran of Gendy. Amalric was knighted on the battlefield at Pennsic 23. This year is his 30th anniversary as a Knight. Reigned as King in two Kingdoms: the first in Atlantia AS XXXIV, and then in An Tir AS XLI. He enjoys fighting, music with friends around a campfire (campfire optional), leather & wood working, armoring, sewing, brewing, archery & thrown weapons, and anything else that seems fun at the time! Z inspires him to be the best he can be both on and off the field with the love and appreciation they show him.

Can be seen dressed in all colors, but favors black, blood red, and Summits colors.

Food and Drink Preferences
Mostly omnivorous, Amalric is happy with most food but especially likes smoked meats. Spicy is good, too. Not a big fan of hops in beer, he prefers a more malty flavor, or even better, mead that is slightly sweet and effervescent.

At present on a carbs free diet, thus tragically the beer and mead are off the menu.

About Z

Background
Z (they/them/he) found the SCA at An Tir West War in AS LII, but has been far more active in the last two years. Holds a strong passion for tea across all times and cultures, from the cultivation of leaf to the ceremony of serving. Similarly, they have an affinity for all dragons across time and cultures. Crochet is a constant fidget for them, and they indulge in the squishable plushie.

Looking to broaden the scope of the SCA beyond the well trodden, with a particular interest in exploring areas in the Mesoamerican, Ottoman, and any other interesting cultures. Not especially interested in any one time frame, thus still time traveling and exploring.

Favorite colors are various shades of gray with a leaning toward cooler grays, blue, and of course black.

Food and Drink Preferences
Z can’t eat gluten or sugar, and pork just doesn’t agree with them.
Has a fondness for red meats and soft cheeses.
Preferred drinks are unsweetened teas, adult seltzers, and occasionally red wine.

Progress Schedule

July

An Tir West War – July 2-7
July Coronation – July 19-21
Pennsic – July 23-August 11

August

Stormgods – August 16-18
Murder in the Desert – August 23-25
September Crown – August 30-2

September

Acorn War – September 6-8
Autumn War – September 12-15
Fall Coronet – September 20-22

October

Samhain – October 26

November

Fall Celebration – November 1-3

December

Winter Investiture – December 13-15

Z and Amalric

Their Alpine Highnesses
Ivan Shield Bane and Mina de filia Philipe

Ivan Shield Bane and Mina de filia Philipe

Ivan Shield Bane and Mina de filia Philipe

SummitsCoronet@antir.org

About Ivan Shield Bane

Background

Ivan Shieldbane is an Engle Saxon adventurer from the Migration Era. Ivan can be found in the tournament Eric or on the war field if there is a contest of skill he enjoys watching. Ivan really enjoys a good story and the song and passion performers bring to the bardic circle. Ivan enjoys earth tones and dark colors, but Ivan doesn’t give such much thought.

Food and Drink Preferences

He is an enjoyer of foods from all over the world and has been known to imbibe alcohol (but he’s cut it back in recent days). Ivan prefers Gatorade, iced tea, and of course, water.

About Mina de filia Philipe

Background

Mina de filia Philipe’s persona is that of a 14th century Navarrian woman. She loves archery, arts, and evenings around the campfire. Mina can often be found watching tournament fighting, working gate, watching her children’s activities, or socializing with… well, pretty much anyone. Her greatest joy in the SCA is the people. The bonds of friendship and family forged with those near and far are what brings the Dream to life for her.
Her favorite colors are blue, teal, and silver.

Food and Drink Preferences

Mina will try most any foods. She is particularly fond of pasta, bread, and tacos! She likes most all fruits and fresh vegetables, though strawberries are her favorite. She prefers sweet over salty. She does not like raw onions, fish, stinky cheese, or cooked broccoli. Mina does not drink alcohol. She prefers sweetened tea (hot or iced), Pepsi, and fruit punch Gatorade.