In this issue:
Update from Their Highnesses
Photo Spreads: Egils Tourney and An Tir West War
Announcement: The Alpine Codex
Author: summitsa
28 Jul The Echoes – July 2024
22 Jun 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
06 May The Echoes – April 2024
In this issue:
Words from Their Highnesses
Words from their Royal Excellencies
March Coronet Shield Boards
Submission Information
Principality Regnum
23 Mar New Heirs to the Summits Thrones – Amalric and Z
Congratulations to the New Heirs to the Summits Thrones, Amalric and Z
Contact at SummitsHeirs@antir.org
20 Jan Spring Coronet Combatant Signup
Spring Coronet Tournament 2024
Entrants Sign-Up
Preregistration is required for all Combatants. If two Combatants are fighting for each-other, both must sign-up separately
For information regarding the event, please visit the official event page:
Summits Spring Coronet
10 Jan The Echoes – January 2024
In this issue:
Words from Their Highnesses
-Announcements
-March Coronet Requirements
-From the Seneschal’s Desk
-Fundraiser
Spotlight: Iurii Victorev Belegorski by Visc. Antoine a la Langue d’Or
Royal Summons (Officer Terms)
Submission Information
Principality Regnum
16 Sep Finn Grim Baneson and Eduardo Francesco Maria Lucrezia
The Alpine Highnesses
Finn Grim Baneson and Eduardo Francesco Maria Lucrezia
About Finn Grim Baneson
Background
Finn Grim Baneson is a 11th Century Norman Knight from England. Besides his interest in the martial arts he enjoys helping others strive towards their goals, working and leading events, weaving (especially wire brocade) and recreating period pottery from all over the world from many different cultures and time periods. His Highness has been in the SCA for 19 years and is a Pelican, Knight and Court Baron after serving as the Landed Baron of Dragon’s Mist. He is married to the love of his life Prince Eduardo. Their Highnesses have two grown children and a Schnoodle named Luciano. Luciano LOVES people and is a menace with dogs and other animals!
Food and Drink Preferences
Prince Finn enjoys most food and drinks as long as it doesn’t live in water or is a cucumber pickle, mayonnaise-based sauce or mustard. He likes Whiskeys, Cider and Limoncello, although he is not a big drinker in general. While fighting he does not eat much and prefers specific electrolyte drinks, Canadian Iced Tea and water. It should be noted Their Highnesses have a team who prepares their food and drinks and before presenting them with food stuffs it is best to chat with them.
About Eduardo Francesco Maria Lucrezia
Background
Eduardo Francesco Maria Lucrezia is an Italian Renaissance noble from Florence in the late 1400’s, but explores ALL cultures and time periods in the SCA. Besides inspiring his husband in the martial pursuits, he enjoys cooking, fiber arts, organizing arts and sciences events and was one of the original instigators of Inspirational Equality in the SCA. He has been AnTir Kingdom Arts and Sciences Champion twice. His Highness has been in the SCA for 40+ years and has lived, briefly, in Atlantia and Caid. He is a Laurel, Pelican, Court Baron and Lion AnTir. He is married to the love of his life Prince Finn. Their Highnesses have two grown children and a Schnoodle named Luciano. Luciano LOVES people and is a menace with dogs and other animals!
Food and Drink Preferences
Eduardo enjoys most all food and drink, but doesn’t eat much at events. He likes Gin and Tonic and Finnish Long Drink. He won’t turn down a refreshing fruity beverage. His favorite liquor is Cream Based Whiskey drinks. He loves cheese, nuts and salty snacks. It should be noted Their Highnesses have a team who prepares their food and drinks and before presenting them with food stuffs it is best to chat with them.
Progress Schedule
December
Dual Yule (12/16)
January
12th Night (1/12-1/14)
DEI Collegium (1/20)
Midwinter Feast (1/20)
Ursalmus (1/26-1/28)
February
Briaroak Burl (2/3)
Alpine Scholar (2/9 – 2/11)
Tir Righ Investiture (2/16-2/18)
Carnevale (2/24)
March
AnTir Arts and Sciences (3/1 – 3/3)
Gulf Wars (3/9-3/17)
Summits Coronet (3/22-3/24)
April
West Coast Culinary Guild (4/6)
Honor War (4/12-4/14)
Mountain Edge Defenders (4/20)
Bar Gemels (4/26-28)
May
May Revel (5/4)
Tain Bo (5/10-12)
AnTir May Crown (5/17-5/19)
Egils (4/24-4/27)
June
June Faire (6/14-6-16)
Summits Investiture (6/21-6/23)
01 May The Echoes – Special Edition – May 2023
In this special edition:
Words from Their Highnesses
Announcements
-From the Seneschal’s Desk
-Gryphon Travel Fundraiser
-Award Token Bids
Meet the Heirs by Visc. Antoine a la Langue d’Or
Court Report for March Coronet
What Does it Take to be an Officer? by HAH Lindis de Aquisgranno
Royal Summons (Officer Terms)
Submission Information
Principality Regnum
03 Apr The Echoes – April 2023
In this issue:
Announcements
-New Heirs
-Gryphon Travel Fundraiser
-Award Token Bids
New Champions
Court Report for Alpine Festival of the Arts
March Coronet Entrants
Officer Spotlights
Royal Summons (Officer Terms)
Submission Information
Coronet Moot Officer Reports
Branch Reports
Principality Regnum