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'''This Page is updated every Wednesday. Newer [[Template:Current Events|news can be found here]], also see [[Upcoming Events]].'''
 
'''This Page is updated every Wednesday. Newer [[Template:Current Events|news can be found here]], also see [[Upcoming Events]].'''
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====June 17th to June 24th====
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[[Michael]] announces that [[SKBC]] [[2009]] will be held in [[Ohio]]. The FWACK committee provisionally accepted the bid to go to Ohio in the Rising Winds. The bid had a few things that needed to be ironed out and we will review the final bid at Clan. However, we trust that the autocrat [[Orlando]] can make the bid work to our satisfaction. Details on place and date will be published after Clan. It is rumored that the site will be the same one used for [[Battle Cry]] [http://www.genevahills.com/ Geneva Hills].
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'''Blackspire'''<br>[[Image:Inland Ocean.gif|frame|[[Inland Ocean]]]]
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*[http://s166.photobucket.com/albums/u109/fluxbusker/Inland%20Ocean%20Midreign%202008/ Photos] from [[Inland Ocean]] in Redmond, WA.
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*22 June 2008, there will be a local champion's tourney for the chapter of [[Greenwood Keep]] in Lacey, Washington. Their previous champion had to resign due to mundane reasons, and they need to replace her.
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*[[Northern Lights]] a Principality in western Washington state is holding a Toys for Tots fundraiser and tournament weekend. The Fund Raiser, a car wash, will occur at the AMPM Gas Station on 11908 Pacific Ave on the 21st in in Parkland, OR. The Tourney will be at [[Shrouding Mist]], the goal is to out do the kingdom best from last December. Entry to the tourney is purchased with one new unwrapped toy. The top three finishers will be awarded prizes. This event brought to you by [[Aphaydren]].
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'''Burning Lands'''
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'''Celestial Kingdom'''
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*[[Slaughter Creek]] will hold an Althing at their usual meeting pace in South Austin, [[Texas]].
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*There will be stories in the makin' this Sunday. My crew and I shall be seekin' the next treasure of Poseidon, and should be easy pickin's, what with ye lubbin' layabouts too yellow to brave the summer's heat. But, should ye get the itches in yer breeches to come out and have a go, I'm certain there will be a sword or two to clash with. Hope to see you all Sunday, at 4 bells of the afternoon watch. That's 2ish, ye lubbers. Yarr. That is to say, there will be a quest at [[Talonfeild]] in Bastrop, Texas this Sunday at 2pm.
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'''Crystal Groves'''
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*Results for the Crown Quals Iron Man Tourney are released. Top Three finishers were, [[Tosc]] with 21 victories, [[Justice]] with 20, and [[Haze]] with 18.
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'''Dragonspine'''
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*The new [[Prime Minister]] of [[Pegasus Valley]] Albuquerque, New Mexico is [[Shayleigh]].
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*[[Grix]], [[Euric]], and [[PAG]] have declared their intent to run for the [[Princeship]] of [[Westmarch]] in [[California]]. Declarations for this office will close July 26th.
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*June 21 [[High Oasis]] in Tempe, AZ will hold an Arts and Sciences night at [[Pollux]]'s House after park. They have also released their [http://s259.photobucket.com/albums/hh309/HighOasis/ Photobucket pictures].
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'''Emerald Hills'''
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* The Emerald Hills continues to discuss the possibilities of those under 14 holding voting rights.
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'''Golden Plains'''
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'''Goldenvale'''
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*Due to his inappropirate actions on the feild [[Topher]] has been banned from play at [[Haranshire]] for the month of June. Topher was the standing champion of the [[chapter]] but was removed from office with a vote of no confidence. This vote was opposed by [[Colt]] because the ban was not carried through an [[althing]] and three of the park's officers were absent. King [[Akirth]] pointed out that According to the corpora there has to be a petition signed by 20% of the active members of the Barony to remove an officer.  Therefore, Topher is still the Champion of Haranshire until this occurs.
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[[Image:Rivermoor.jpg|100px|left]] '''Iron Mountains'''
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*The Barony of the [[Ivory Tower]] in Lincoln, [[Nebraska]] is proud to announce we will be hosting the [[Principality]] of [[Rivermoor]]'s Midreign. June 28th at  Bethany Park in Lincoln, NE.  At the event there will be a contest for the best representation of the principality's new Heraldry.
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*[http://s16.photobucket.com/albums/b30/Talisin/Amtgard/Rakis08/ Rakis Photos] by [[Talisin]]
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'''Neverwinter'''
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*[[Radiant Valley]] in Oak Ridge, Tennessee is holding a Water Balloon Baby fight  this coming weekend (6/22). Extra babies are $1, throwing balloons are $0.25 each.
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'''Rising Winds'''
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*[[Vlad, the Blackwolf]] was created a [[Knight of the Flame]] by King [[Clyde]] at [[Rising Winds]] [http://s299.photobucket.com/albums/mm309/Ronin_Thelas/Rising%20Winds%20Midreign%202008/?start=0 Midreign]  Photos by [[Ronin Thelas]].
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*[[Thundering Rivers]] in Elkhart, [[Indiana]] will hold their dragon master tourney at Woodlawn Nature center Paticipants must have their quals on the table by 2:30, with the forms filled out, the form is located under files, in our group. If you can't print one off  or forget your form, someone is going to be at Woodlawn nature center  with extra forms at 1:30. It is being held at Woodlawn because it is the Elkhart City Jazz Festival this weekend.
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*[http://suburbanjournals.stltoday.com/articles/2006/10/26/news/sj2tn20061024-1025sc_amtgard.ii1.txt Western Gate] in the Suburban Journal
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*[[Annilla]] announced that she will be handing over the reigns of [[Battlecry]] to [[Orlando]], since she will be in her third trimester with twins during the event. 
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*[[Phoenix Tears]] in Springfield, [[Illinois]] releasers the results from last week's  Master Tourneys. [[Takko]] is the new Dragonmaster and [[Arias]] is the new Weaponmaster.
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* June 8 (Last weekend) Declarations for PM: Karl: Wrenn: Tafkal (so far) and GMR -Kuan Yin & GMS - no one has declared. BoD Seats are up, Deagan, who's and  how many? Heartwynd  declares for BoD June 22 Declarations end, voting begins at midnight and ends on midnight on July 6. [[Wisp]] and [[Tanath]] were both pied to the tune of 150 to fund raise for the upcoming Clan trip.
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* June 19 - 22 Rising Winds Midreign, Fallen Rocke Campground, Brazil, IN. Should be a very good time for all. It would be great if we could get a whole lot of people going to this one! Plan on filling your car now and asking off from work now.  Rising Winds will also  vote on [[Crimson Circle]]'s admittance to the Rising Winds. Due to recent rain storms which caused no less than seven parks to cancel their game days last week, Fallen Rock Camp Ground, the location for RW events is also soaked. Extra tarps and spare clothing are suggested additions to the gear of those traveling to the event. 
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'''Wetlands'''
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*[[Denah]]'s next knighting, in the [[Order of the Flame]], will be at the ApolloCon Demo, this saturday at 5pm.
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*King [[Margul]] visited his chapter [[Shadowkeep]] last weekend. Here are the [http://s127.photobucket.com/albums/p122/Ladyhawk_Peektures/King%20Margul%20Shadowkeep%20June%202008/ photos] by [[Ladyhawk Longwing]].
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'''Freeholds'''
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Last month [[Darkwolf]] was founded in Detroit Lakes, MN.
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'''Amt 7'''
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*The Amtgard 7 group discusses the updates to the [[Rulebook]] at clan, [[Drililliton]] posts the new 8.1 version of the [[Dor Un Avathar]] to all kingdom new groups. [[Kemoc]] adds the 8.1 [http://f1.grp.yahoofs.com/v1/8H9WSGYgTXDFGt7hMkFW92miskUH_VS12ImgTNa1NgE5Wgh9Ja0jvWuWebBtSXB3qypMDBFxAcdXQII2S_7RC9E5W4y_dJ-jSXPtiw/2007%20Dor%20Un%20Avathar%20Revision/Dor%208.1%20pocket%20edition.pdf pocket version]  They also talk about the addition of an anti-phoenix, the [[Cockatrice]].
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'''Other Games'''
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* June 22-29th - [[Ragnarok]] a [[Dagorhir]] [[Event]] held in Cambridge, OH.
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* Hello from Southern Indiana. We are starting a new larp in Southern Indiana, named NERO Indiana, we are a charter chapter of NERO International and would love to have you all come out to our game  opener on June 27th in Petersburg, Indiana. Here is a link to our website www.neroindiana.net. You can also email me at [email protected]. I look forward to maybe seeing some of you all at our game. Thanks, Charles Mick NERO Indiana
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===June 10th to June 16th===
 
===June 10th to June 16th===
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* June 14th - 15th -[[EH]] [[Crown Elections]] [[Brigade]], vs [[Everlast]]. The new Regent will be Dame Faunna Demonspawn, with Kingdom Champion Aidan.  New members of the Bod are [[Kelldor Dragonspawn]], [[Shamus the Green]] and [[Martello Entropy]].
 
* June 14th - 15th -[[EH]] [[Crown Elections]] [[Brigade]], vs [[Everlast]]. The new Regent will be Dame Faunna Demonspawn, with Kingdom Champion Aidan.  New members of the Bod are [[Kelldor Dragonspawn]], [[Shamus the Green]] and [[Martello Entropy]].
 
*[[Five Banners]] discusses holding a weekly fighter Practice.  
 
*[[Five Banners]] discusses holding a weekly fighter Practice.  
 
 
 
 
'''Golden Plains'''
 
'''Golden Plains'''
 
* The summer midreign of Golden Plains will be held at [[Clan]] this year.
 
* The summer midreign of Golden Plains will be held at [[Clan]] this year.
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*Due to a special event occurring in their usual park [[Fire Shore]] in Cambridge, Maryland will meet at [[Ara]]'s house this sunday.
 
*Due to a special event occurring in their usual park [[Fire Shore]] in Cambridge, Maryland will meet at [[Ara]]'s house this sunday.
  
====May 29th- June 4th====
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[[May 2008]]  
 
 
'''Blackspire'''
 
*[[Mithril Hills]] in Longview, WA is play-testing a set of rules for role play interaction and currency. The dynamic involves the purchase of walls, keeps and other defenses against incursion.
 
*Baron [[Zandar Stormchaser]] is calling an Emergency Althing for the allocation of funds for the joint [[BS]]/[[NL]] midreign. The Althing will be held this coming Sunday, May 31st at [[Shrouding Mist]]'s usual fighting field.
 
 
 
'''Burning Lands'''
 
 
 
'''Celestial Kingdom'''
 
*Last call for submissions the the CK Newsletter can be submitted this weekend.
 
'''Crystal Groves'''
 
*[[Kemoc Tregarth | Garth]] paid the kingdom insurance last weekend. The payment for the year being more than $1600.
 
*June 1 Crystal Groves will hold a Circle of Steel Meeting. The group will also be meeting at Hellane Park due to BluesFest being held at their normal location. Directions are available on the Yahoogroup list or on their forum.
 
'''Dragonspine'''
 
*The Harvest war  XIII flyer is released. The event will occur in Lindrith, NM August 28th through September 1st, 2008 cost is $15 for the weekend, $5 for ages 6 but the event is free to out-of-staters with a valid ID. This event also serves as [[Pegasus Valley]]'s Coronation feast.
 
*There will be a Shire wide weapon check this coming Saturday at [[High Oasis]] in Tempe, AZ. ALL WEAPONS will be checked and tagged for legality. ALL WEAPONS MUST have a cloth cover, with no exposed duct tape. ALL ARROWS MUST have the owners name written on them. I would suggest that you just use a sharpy and write your name on a fletching. This check will take about an hour, so the ealier we start the earlier it will be done.
 
*[http://www.caamtgard.com/photos/main.php?g2_itemId=9870 Photos] of  [[Darkshore]] the recent [[Westmarch]] event are released. Although PAG a resident of the hosting chapter [[Wavehaven]] (Santa Cruz, CA) was not in attendance, the event received good reviews from all who have so far posted about it.
 
'''Emerald Hills'''
 
*Crown Quals: Next weekend! [[Midnight Sun]] on Saturday June 7th and at [[Eagleshire]] on Sunday June 8th. [http://www.amtgard-eh.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1317 More info here]
 
'''Golden Plains'''
 
 
 
'''Goldenvale'''
 
*May 29:[[Bitter Coast]] in Catonsville, MD holds their [[coronation]].
 
*[[Great Eastern]], held last weekend by [[Goldenvale]].  While attendance was not as expected, and the [[Autocrat]] [[Willow Dreammaker]] Quit her post on Friday night, by the sweat and courage, and pocket books of locals and out of towners the event broke even and has received favorable reviews from traveling folk of the central kingdoms. Some interesting [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMtsOp58HV0 videos] have emerged.
 
'''Iron Mountains'''
 
*The Results of the Imperial Election have been tallied. [[Moss]] Will be stepping up as Emperor, with [[Medryn]] as his regent. [[Casaca]] will fill the office of [[Guildmaster of Reeves]]. [[Cullum]], [[Rewth]], and [[Tatiana]] will seat into the open [[BoD]] slots.
 
*David Martin, a reporter from the Green River Star  wants to do a story on the chapter of [[Truevale]]. For this purpose he interviewed [[Jynx Back]].
 
*The Dates for [[Dragon Blade Wars]] will be August 29th, 30th, 31th, and September 1st.
 
*May 30th June 1st [[Spring Trials]]  will be held by [[Querna Tema]] at Lake Arrowhead Park. This will be a [[Knoblander]] styled event.
 
'''Neverwinter'''
 
*May 30th [[Mystik Caverns]] in Glasgow, KY holds their [[Shire]] level Crown Quals. This election is heavily contested with at least three people running for each position, and no less than twelve vying for the office of Champion.
 
'''Rising Winds'''
 
*[[Cursed Prairie]] Will start holding a regular Fighter practice Thursday May 29th... 6. pm at Saphira and Roshi's.
 
*[[Madoc's Keep]] will hold their local Weaponmaster Dragonmaster on Saturday.
 
*The [[Frostlands]] Spring Dragon Master competition will be held this Sunday, June 1, 2008. Please arrive early (1:00 p.m.) to set up your entries, however, entries will be accepted up to 3:00 p.m. Tables will be provided to place entries.
 
*At long last, the [[Knoblands]] trebuchet is operational and ready for the first field trial. It's fully mobile, throws soccer balls and amtshot.
 
*As of this last [[allthing]], [[Zemeckis]] has been expelled from the office of Monarch of [[Thee Night's Legacy]], Freya is now Pro-tem monarch, [[Mennis]] is now [[pro-tem]] [[regent]]. [[Rhygar]] is still acting [[champion]], and and [[Thalyn]] is Prime Minister.
 
'''Wetlands'''
 
 
 
'''Freeholds'''
 
*Freehold of [[Five Banners]] hosting the "BUNGLE IN THE JUNGLE 2008" in Stroud, OK May 30th - June 1.  This is an 'old school' Amtgard event, with tons of planned activities, including a Youth Quest.  Something for everyone.  Free event, 2 meals provided, $10.00 suggested donation accepted at gate.  Please join us and enjoy our hospitality for the weekend!  Check out our flyer: http://www.amtgard-eh.com/gallery/Archives/Freeholds/bungle2008.pdf
 
*[[Fire Shore]] has changed their meeting day from Tuesday to Sunday. This weekend they will receive a visit from [[Jynx Mercades]] of [[Bandit Flats East]].
 
*[[Mithril Forest]] is founded in Menomonie, WI. ''"We meet on Tuesdays or Wensdays (depending on everyones work schedule)from 5:00 p.m. till dark We have about seven members and we're in the process of getting organized so we can sign our contract and become official. I just wanted to say hi and tell everyone we're out here. Hope to see you all soon."''
 
 
 
'''Other Games'''
 
*Rhûn in June-ish, a [[Belegarth]], event will be held at Reindahl Park in Madison, WI
 
 
 
 
 
====May 21st -28th====
 
 
 
 
 
The Lincoln National Forest, where the Clan site is, has closed all campgrounds due to fire dangers.
 
We've been lucky in the past, but I though I would share the info with everyone.
 
According to the local newS, they will open them again in two weeks, but it's a slim possibility.
 
[http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/lincoln/ Source]
 
 
 
''Information provided by [[little Raven]]''
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
'''Blackspire'''
 
*[[Silver Moon]] Holding will be holding their Light and Shadow quest at Bush  Park this May 24th at 1:30 relics and holding relics can be used.
 
*May 24th (Sat) - Sight TBA -[[Blackspire]] [[Kingdom]] [[Ithra]]
 
*Two members of [[Shrouding Mist]] lost all of their possessions in a fire at their apartment complex. SM will be taking up donations of household items clothing, food and cash in the next few weeks.
 
'''Burning Lands'''
 
 
 
'''Celestial Kingdom'''
 
*[[Slaughter Creek]] the South Park in Austin, Tx will hold  it's second election of officers on the 25th. There will be several battle games and a pot luck feast.
 
*[[Traitor's Gate]] in San Antonio will hold a A&S and Warrior Tourney.
 
*[[Griffon's Keep]] of Victoria, Tx will be raided by [[Fallen Sun]] of Beeville.
 
'''Crystal Groves'''
 
*The hotly contested election for the [[Static Crown]] Kingdom's next monarch continues. There is an [http://www.electricsamurai.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=13496&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0 ongoing discussion] on [[Esam]] about it due to the candidates that have declared.
 
'''Dragonspine'''
 
*The Savage Highlands Will Have Their Coronation At The Rivers Park. Ruidoso, NM on May 23rd, Friday at 2 Pm.
 
*[[Darkshore]] 2008 Will be held Mount Madonna County Park. Usually falling on [[Wavehaven]]'s Midreign, this weekend campout is held on Memorial Day Weekend every year. A collection was taken up on behalf of [[Clalibus]] that he might attend this year's event and fight [[PAG]] a resident of Wavehaven. The collection was successful, but Pole Arm Guy will not be attending the event because he has been banned by the WH monarchy for the next two weeks.
 
* Coronation, Feast, and Court for [[High Oasis]] in Tempe, AZ will be held on the 24th. Last week High Oasis was visited by their former kingdom Monarch, [[Randall]].
 
'''Emerald Hills'''
 
*The [[Monarchy]] of the Emerald Hills visits their subgroup [[Souls Crossing]] in Memphis, TN. There is some continuing talk of forming [[principality]] style group in the area incorporating the many surrounding [[freeholds]].
 
 
 
'''Golden Plains'''
 
 
 
'''Goldenvale'''
 
*[[Great Eastern]] will be held at Stoney Fork Campgrounds in Wellsboro, PA from the 22nd to the 26th.
 
 
 
'''Iron Mountains'''
 
*[[Truevale]] of Rock Springs, Wyoming will hold a demo at Sagecon, a local gaming convention.
 
*Take a try at being [[DragonMaster]], [[WeaponMaster]] or [[Principality]] [[Champion]] of [[Rivermoor]] on Saturday. Heck, go for all three! The Tourney will occur in Omaha, NE at [[Querna Tema]]'s  Elmwood Park (61st & Dodge behind University of Nebraska at Omaha). look for everyone at the Most Eastern Picnic Table Pad.  Cost is $1.00. 12:00 Sign in for A&S and Fighting Opens. 1:00 Sign in for A&S and Fighting CLOSES. 1:30 Tourneys begin promptly.
 
'''Neverwinter'''
 
 
 
'''Rising Winds'''
 
*I would just like to inform you that the shire of [[Krvomedje]] will organize 4 day Amtgard event in Zumberak mountain in Croatia. The dates are 22nd-25th May 2008. So, if any of you will be in Europe (somewhere close to Croatia) at that time, you are most welcome. For additional information you can contact me at [email protected].
 
*[[Ashen Hills]] will hold an Iron Man Tourney benefiting the local food bank. Artemis has declared for the office of Prime Minister of Ashen Hills.
 
*RWs Kingdom Weapon Master will occur on the 24th probably at [[Gryphon's Perch]].
 
'''Wetlands'''
 
*[[Roleplay]] on the wetlist has hit a new high with missives about [[Margul]]'s inquisition flying back and forth.
 
'''Freeholds'''
 
*[[Land's End]] in Grand Forks, [[North Dakota]] is finally scheduling regular sunday practices and have had several meetings with a previously unknown group that plays nearby.
 
'''Other information'''
 
The kingdom of the west's [http://scribes.westkingdom.org/WestKingdomScribes.html college of scribes] page has moved.
 
 
 
===May 15- 21st===
 
 
 
'''Blackspire'''
 
*Thousand Stars IX - Total War!! will be held by [[Stormhaven]] out side of Spokane, Washington. Look for more following the events
 
'''Burning Lands'''
 
*Burning Lands proper will hold their Weaponmaster Tourney on the 17th. 
 
'''Celestial Kingdom'''
 
 
 
'''Crystal Groves'''
 
*Crystal Groves has opened declarations for offices in the upcoming elections. So far three have Declared for Monarch; [[Marius]], [[Rentell]], and [[Sathallarin]] of belt confusion fame. Declarations for all positions are due by  June 8th to the Prime Minister [[Kemoc Tregarth]]. The Crown Election will be held on June 29th.
 
'''Dragonspine'''
 
*Astral Winds talks about what classes they will host at their upcoming Collegium, where they intend to import talent from the lower forty-eight.
 
*Voting and possibly the Champion Tourney if we have one for [[High Oasis]] on Saturday.
 
*Pegasus Valley is invited to attend the Rio Grande Valley Celtic Festival & Highland Games on May 17th. Two hours of volunteer work is required for free admission. A sizable chunk of the PV populace will be attending.
 
'''Emerald Hills'''
 
* A Kingdom Althing will occur on the 18th.
 
'''Golden Plains'''
 
 
 
'''Goldenvale'''
 
*May 17 at 11 am  Saturday, Medieval Mania demo at [http://www.aacpl.net/branch_info/cro.htm Crofton Library] Hosted by the Barony of [[Solstice]], "a troupe of medieval costume re-enactors, will entertain you with stories, songs and games. See hand-to-hand combat and displays of arts and crafts from the period. Kids can make several crafts to take home. Come in costume and don't forget to bring your cameras."
 
*[[Solstice]] of College Park, MD has been asked to bid the Next [[Crystal Groves]] Coronation. They are discussing the possibility of a themed event.
 
*The [[Duchy]] of The [[Bitter Coast]], will be hosting their monthly [[Relic]] [[Quest]]. After [[Amtgard]], a Weapon-Making Workshop will be held at [[Sir]] [[Darva]]'s house.
 
'''Iron Mountains'''
 
*[[Sindari]] is elected [[Prime Minister]] of [[River's End]].
 
*[[Salt Wars]]  begins on the 14th. Hosted by [[Desert Winds]] look for pictures and reviews following the event.
 
*[[Weezicus]] was elected the First Prime Minister of the newly made principality in the Mid west.
 
*[[Skrag]] has announced that he will be Running for Prince of the new Principality with Sir [[Raphael]] as his Regent
 
*[[Lumpy]] Was elected the New PM of Starmount
 
'''Neverwinter'''
 
*[[Winter's Edge]] will hold their one day mid reign celebration at [[Radiant Valley]] on the 17th. Weapon Master, Jugging, Quest, and Feast/Court.
 
'''Rising Winds'''
 
*Declarations for offices are open. [[Exar]] and [[Hexloc]] have declared for [[Prime Minister]]. [[Tugen]] is now the only candidate for GMR, [[Bighead]] having dropped out for personal reasons.
 
*[[Satyr's Crossing]] will hold their Cultural Quals on Sunday.
 
*Phoenix Tears hold's an [[Althing]] on the 18th.
 
*May 17 [[Frostlands]] will raid [[Mists of the Dawn]] with the aid of [[North Haven]] and [[Crimson Circle]]
 
'''Wetlands'''
 
*[[Crimson Moon]] has elected new monarchy; Overlord, Lord [[Taven Char]];  Regent, [[Bain Ironwolf]]; Chancellor,[[ Jacques Udrid]]; Champion, Page [[Aeden Ventrue]].
 
*[[Ironwood]] will hold their local midreign on Sunday. Prime Minister Elections will also be held. The candidates are [[Vincent]], or [[Hafgar]].
 
*Ok, since Crimson Moon had so much fun in the "300" battle at [[Sprang War]], we decided to do it here at home, but guess what? You're all invited, as well!!! You may also follow the discussion [http://www.crimsonmoonwl.proboards50.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=general&thread=444&page=1 here]
 
'''Freeholds'''
 
 
 
===May 8th - May 14th===
 
 
 
'''Blackspire'''
 
*May 10th [[Iron Keep]] in Springfield, Or will hold a canned food drive tourney. Sign-up for the tournament is between 12:00am-12:45 the games are to begin at 1:00 P.M. SHARP, so show up to help those in need, with a chance to win a prize. First place will recieve a replica live-steel war-ax with a sheath tooled with bragging rights-- the date of their victory in Iron Keep.
 
*May 11th, Sunday - Battle to free Alba Firth, the lands of Lord Ian, from the green skins that have plagued us for these many year. This will be at Gear Hart Gardens. There will be people at the Lake to shuttle over people whom don't know how to get there. If you'd like to play a goblin instead of your persona, please let me know so that I can get you painted up before the battle.- [[Tseng]]
 
'''Burning Lands'''
 
*The updated [[Clan]] schedule is released.
 
'''Celestial Kingdom'''
 
*The new Monarchy of the Celestial Kingdom got off on the right foot, [[King]] [[Crinos]] and His Princess [[Alara]] handed out park packets, with their contact information, a how to guide for T tunics, and a CD with the [[Rule book]] [[Corpora]] and other useful docs on it.
 
'''Crystal Groves'''
 
*Crystal Groves argues about altering their corpora's attendance requirements.
 
*May 11th- [[Kat Arkain]] is organizing the 1st annual [[Amtfair]] at the [[Static Crown]]'s usual park in Hagerstown, Maryland.
 
*Crystal Groves/Amtgard of Maryland, Inc. now has a PO Box for anyone that needs to send snail mail to us. P.O. Box 3513 Hagerstown, MD 21742
 
'''Dragonspine'''
 
*The Duchy of [[Wavehaven]] in Santa Cruz, CA will hold a jugging tourney, plus BBQ.
 
'''Emerald Hills'''
 
*Storm on Lighting Hill, a mini event is held by the shire of [[Storm Grove]] in Sallisaw, OK.
 
*May 10th & 11th Tanglewood Forest Work Weekend We need your help to maintain Tanglewood Forest in Corsicana Texas, and have some fun. Does your chainsaw sit un-used, un-loved at the back of your Garage ?  Then this is the event for you !
 
'''Golden Plains'''
 
 
 
'''Goldenvale'''
 
*May 10th-Duchy of [[Bitter Coast]] in Catonsville, MD will be holding it's first [[Warlord]] Workshop.
 
'''Iron Mountains'''
 
*May 10th-Elections for [[Desert Winds]] offices. All local PM's please send in your provincial ballot tallies to PPM [[Rolgrim]] by midnight. Election results announced as soon as possible. Absentee ballots are due on the 9th.
 
*''[[QT]] Crown Quals, Saturday, May 10th, Elmwood Park, our usual field, bring your folding tables and picnic blankets. In case of rain, Fighting will be as normal but A&S judging will move to my place. Event will start promptly at Noon. See you ALL there.'' -[[Oderic]]
 
*A few of the younger crowd from [[Querna Tema]] in Omaha, Nebraska are starting up a fighter practice.  It will be held at Timber Creek  Park Friday Nights from 6:30-8:30pm.
 
*Crown Qualifications for the Empire of the [[Iron Mountains]] will occur. Location TBA.
 
*May 9th at noon-Absentee ballots due to PPM [[Rolgrim]] via email if you are voting eligible and cannot make it to your park on the 10th DW. All local PM’s please send in your provincial ballot tallies to PPM Rolgrim by midnight. Election results announced as soon as possible.
 
'''Neverwinter'''
 
*[[Emerald Wind]] in Hunstville, Alabama will hold their [[Chapter]] elections.
 
'''Rising Winds'''
 
*''Official declarations will be open on 12:00 am May 10, 2008 and they will close 12:00 am May 24, 2008. Voting will take place for two weeks after the eligibility of all the declared is verified. PM's please remember that the information on the ORK is used to determine the ability of your populace to vote. So please make sure this is updated. The offices opening up will be PM, 3 B.o.D. seats, GM of all classes and GMR. Please review all necessary requirements of offices before declaring.'' -[[Hexloc]]
 
'''Wetlands'''
 
*[[Harlen]] the outgoing Kingdom Regent released the scores for the recent Wetlands [[Dragonmaster]]. The top three finishers where [[Diego]] of the [[Celestial Kingdom]] with his leather armor for 4.67, [[GoldCrest]] of [[Dragonspine]] with his cloak for 4.34, and [[Reynen]] of the [[Wetlands]] with 4.16. 
 
*On Sunday the 11th [[Ironwood]] holds a no champs Tourney for those with four orders or less. Sir [[Vincent]] has offered Live Steel as a prize for first place.
 
*Tyrant [[Margul]], the new [[Kingdom]] [[Monarch]] of the Wetlands has announced his plans for the reign, the 'Inquisition'.'' "By monarchial rights, and through tyrannical power, His Greatness officially takes control of the Church of the Wetlands. All other religions are hereby outlawed, and all adherents are considered suspects of heresy and treason. Attendance at Church of Wetlands is mandatory, and all subjects are required to report any whom are not regular attendees.'' "
 
'''Freeholds'''
 
*''Quals for [[Mists of the Dawn]] this coming Saturday the 10th [[Coronation]] and the "Rescue Hawks" battle game on Saturday the 17th Last that I had heard is that [[Aiden]] and [[Impy]] (on the side of right  and virtue) are running against [[Rayhawk]] and [[Ares]] (on the side  of .......the other stuff (seriously don't vote for us we just didn't  want it to be an uncontested election.)) The amtgarder formally know  as "[[Baine]]" who I shall refer to as "&" (pronouced am-per-sand) is  planning winning the spot of [[Champion]].'' -[[Rayhawk]]
 
*May 10th the [[Valley of Pan's Hollow]] in  Girard, Ohio will hold a weapon making class.
 
*May 11th [[Centerpoint]] will hold their third coronation at Overland Park, KS - Shawnee Mission Park from Noon to 6pm. Centerpoint is currently petitioning the [[Iron Mountains]]. If at all possible, please RSVP by Saturday, May 10th. You may do so by phone(913-488-3281), or by e-mail([email protected])
 
'''Photos'''
 
*[[Slyddur]]'s always [http://www.flickr.com/photos/slyddur/sets/72157604880961486/ excellent pics] from Joint [[CK]] [[WL]] [[Coronation]].
 
*[[Rilla]]'s [http://s124.photobucket.com/albums/p15/rillaspins/Mists%205-3-08/ pictures] of a park day out at [[Mists of the Dawn]].
 
'''Other Games'''
 
*Dag has released a invitation to all of amtgard in the South West to join them at their event in southern California at the end of this month. ''There will be a war at Los Angeles on May 31st. This will be a Dagorhir sponsored event so we will be following the dag rule book and will require dag wavers. Saturday, May 31st @ High Noon Whittier Downs Recreation Area, 823 N Lexington Gallatin Rd, South El Monte, CA 91733. Cost is free if 50 people show up from amtgard.''
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
'''April 30th to May 7th'''
 
 
 
The [[Principality]] of [[Rivermoor]] trying to pick their Heraldry.
 
 
 
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'''Blackspire'''
 
*Due exssesive sonw fall the site for this year's [[Thousand Stars]] has been moved just out side Dodge, Washington to [http://www.recreation.gov/cam...ampingSpot Central Ferry Park].
 
*[[Spring Faire]] at [[Shrouding Mist]]'s usual meeting place, Harry Sprinker Rec. Center in Tacoma, Washington.  there will be a Harry Potter quest for the Sorcerers Stone, Hot Dogs and Soda, Water and even a few Baked Goodies 4 sale. Greenwood Keep is traveling en mass to this event.
 
*[[Regent]] of [[Inland Ocean]], [[Darius Llewellyn]], seeks to resurrect the local college of arms.
 
'''Burning Lands'''
 
 
 
'''Celestial Kingdom'''
 
*Celestial Kingdom will hold a joint coronation with the [[Wetland]]s at firemens park in Giddings, Tx this weekend. Gate fee will be twenty Dollars.
 
'''Crystal Groves'''
 
*CGBOD Meeting to occur at their usual meeting place in Hagerstown, Maryland.
 
'''Dragonspine'''
 
*Deadline for Declarations for office in the chapter of [[High Oasis]] in Tempe, AZ.
 
'''Emerald Hills'''
 
*The 3rd is the last day for [[Althing]] submissions.
 
*Kingdom [[Monarchy]] visits their chapter [[Finders Keep]] Wichita Falls, TX.
 
'''Golden Plains'''
 
 
 
'''Goldenvale'''
 
*[[Felfrost]] will hold their first official [[coronation]] in Ottawa, Canada.
 
*Saturday May 3rd at the home of Dame Fionna and Syr Sanchez we will be having an A&S Potluck dinner, so bring food, bring your projects, bring any entries for Dragonmaster you may be working on, or even just any random project you would like some advice on.  Dame Fionna, Dame Galtana and Sir Blackhawk will be available to critique work and give some pointers.  I strongly recommend that anyone with in interest in the arts and sciences be there, it will be a helpful and yummy night for all!
 
'''Iron Mountains'''
 
*[[Talisin]] posts her [http://s16.photobucket.com/albums/b30/Talisin/Amtgard/IMD/05-03-08/?start=all pictures] of a regular park day at [[IMD]].
 
*[[Desert Winds]] [[Crown Quals]] held at [[River's End]] in Salt Lake City, UT. This will be in conjunction with [[RE]] [[Dragonmaster]], [[Weapon Master]]. Candidates were announced at 10:30 local time on Saturday. All of those running for office passed muster. DW will be having a fully contested election. The top three placements in the Champion's Tourney were as follows; [[Fitz]], [[Garlon]], and [[Matthias O'Lachon]]. 
 
'''Neverwinter'''
 
*[[Mystic Caverns]] in Glasgow, KY will be visited by their [[Principality]] [[Monarchy]] on the 3rd - "The Tyranny of B: Cutting off the escape" scenario.
 
'''Rising Winds'''
 
*[[Phoenix Tears]] in Springfield, IL will travel to [[Cursed Prairie]] to partake in the Storytelling Work shop to be held Saturday night.
 
*[[Trails End]] in Buffalo, MO Will hold an althing and update their park calender.
 
*[[Receding Waters]] in Russell Springs, Kentucky will hold their coronation at Russell Springs City park in Russell Springs Ky. They will be visited by the people of [[Winter's Edge]].
 
*"To who so ever cares to attend, the weekend following [[Discord]], May 3rd, at [[Cursed Prarie]] in East Peoria, IL I will be setting up a storytelling event for A&S. We will put several topics, personas, scenarios, ect., into a box and then each person will take turns drawing out several slips, and making up astory on the spot using what they have drawn. The stories will be uninterrupted, so you may take the story line anyway you would like as long as you use what you have drawn properly in the story itself.  This will allow you to use your imagination and storytelling ability in a spur of the moment situation. I look forward so seeing everyone there and am sure we will all have an excellent time." - [[Roshiyu Duirbaine]]
 
*The Frost lands is holding an A&S Swap this weekend.
 
'''Wetlands'''
 
*[[Dughan]] was knighted in the order of the Serpent at the joint Coronation of Kings [[Crinos]] and [[Margul]]. Sir Feral Lynn had this to say on the event; "''Dughan's knighting was a wonderful ceremony. Made even more wonderful in that there were many serpent knights who all took turns tooling the leather for his belt this weekend. A very special moment for a good man. He was once my MaA, has always been my friend, and now I am proud to call him peer. Huzzah to Sir Dughan!''"
 
*Beltane Nighthunter to be hosted by [[Mordengarrd]] inCollege Station, Texas.
 
*The results of the warskills events from [[quals]] were released. 1st place was [[Spyn]], 2nd [[Tar'get]], and 3rd [[Germ]].  Taking 1st in A&S is Sir [[Gavin]] followed by [[Amarath]] in 2nd place. [[Ladyhawk Longwing]] took 3rd place.
 
'''Freeholds'''
 
*Shire of [[Falcon Tor]] in  Ashland, Missouri presents "The Fallen" a Quest Event, this 2nd through the 4th at the Falcon Tor Event Site, outside of Columbia, Missouri.  Cost: $15.00, includes site fee and ALL MEALS (Dinner Friday,  Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Saturday and Breakfast Sunday. Email [email protected] for more information.
 
 
 
  
 
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Revision as of 14:52, 25 June 2008

Last week in Amtgard

This Page is updated every Wednesday. Newer news can be found here, also see Upcoming Events.

June 17th to June 24th

Michael announces that SKBC 2009 will be held in Ohio. The FWACK committee provisionally accepted the bid to go to Ohio in the Rising Winds. The bid had a few things that needed to be ironed out and we will review the final bid at Clan. However, we trust that the autocrat Orlando can make the bid work to our satisfaction. Details on place and date will be published after Clan. It is rumored that the site will be the same one used for Battle Cry Geneva Hills.

Blackspire

  • Photos from Inland Ocean in Redmond, WA.
  • 22 June 2008, there will be a local champion's tourney for the chapter of Greenwood Keep in Lacey, Washington. Their previous champion had to resign due to mundane reasons, and they need to replace her.
  • Northern Lights a Principality in western Washington state is holding a Toys for Tots fundraiser and tournament weekend. The Fund Raiser, a car wash, will occur at the AMPM Gas Station on 11908 Pacific Ave on the 21st in in Parkland, OR. The Tourney will be at Shrouding Mist, the goal is to out do the kingdom best from last December. Entry to the tourney is purchased with one new unwrapped toy. The top three finishers will be awarded prizes. This event brought to you by Aphaydren.

Burning Lands

Celestial Kingdom

  • Slaughter Creek will hold an Althing at their usual meeting pace in South Austin, Texas.
  • There will be stories in the makin' this Sunday. My crew and I shall be seekin' the next treasure of Poseidon, and should be easy pickin's, what with ye lubbin' layabouts too yellow to brave the summer's heat. But, should ye get the itches in yer breeches to come out and have a go, I'm certain there will be a sword or two to clash with. Hope to see you all Sunday, at 4 bells of the afternoon watch. That's 2ish, ye lubbers. Yarr. That is to say, there will be a quest at Talonfeild in Bastrop, Texas this Sunday at 2pm.

Crystal Groves

  • Results for the Crown Quals Iron Man Tourney are released. Top Three finishers were, Tosc with 21 victories, Justice with 20, and Haze with 18.

Dragonspine

Emerald Hills

  • The Emerald Hills continues to discuss the possibilities of those under 14 holding voting rights.

Golden Plains

Goldenvale

  • Due to his inappropirate actions on the feild Topher has been banned from play at Haranshire for the month of June. Topher was the standing champion of the chapter but was removed from office with a vote of no confidence. This vote was opposed by Colt because the ban was not carried through an althing and three of the park's officers were absent. King Akirth pointed out that According to the corpora there has to be a petition signed by 20% of the active members of the Barony to remove an officer. Therefore, Topher is still the Champion of Haranshire until this occurs.
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Iron Mountains

  • The Barony of the Ivory Tower in Lincoln, Nebraska is proud to announce we will be hosting the Principality of Rivermoor's Midreign. June 28th at Bethany Park in Lincoln, NE. At the event there will be a contest for the best representation of the principality's new Heraldry.
  • Rakis Photos by Talisin

Neverwinter

  • Radiant Valley in Oak Ridge, Tennessee is holding a Water Balloon Baby fight this coming weekend (6/22). Extra babies are $1, throwing balloons are $0.25 each.

Rising Winds

  • Vlad, the Blackwolf was created a Knight of the Flame by King Clyde at Rising Winds Midreign Photos by Ronin Thelas.
  • Thundering Rivers in Elkhart, Indiana will hold their dragon master tourney at Woodlawn Nature center Paticipants must have their quals on the table by 2:30, with the forms filled out, the form is located under files, in our group. If you can't print one off or forget your form, someone is going to be at Woodlawn nature center with extra forms at 1:30. It is being held at Woodlawn because it is the Elkhart City Jazz Festival this weekend.
  • Western Gate in the Suburban Journal
  • Annilla announced that she will be handing over the reigns of Battlecry to Orlando, since she will be in her third trimester with twins during the event.
  • Phoenix Tears in Springfield, Illinois releasers the results from last week's Master Tourneys. Takko is the new Dragonmaster and Arias is the new Weaponmaster.
  • June 8 (Last weekend) Declarations for PM: Karl: Wrenn: Tafkal (so far) and GMR -Kuan Yin & GMS - no one has declared. BoD Seats are up, Deagan, who's and how many? Heartwynd declares for BoD June 22 Declarations end, voting begins at midnight and ends on midnight on July 6. Wisp and Tanath were both pied to the tune of 150 to fund raise for the upcoming Clan trip.
  • June 19 - 22 Rising Winds Midreign, Fallen Rocke Campground, Brazil, IN. Should be a very good time for all. It would be great if we could get a whole lot of people going to this one! Plan on filling your car now and asking off from work now. Rising Winds will also vote on Crimson Circle's admittance to the Rising Winds. Due to recent rain storms which caused no less than seven parks to cancel their game days last week, Fallen Rock Camp Ground, the location for RW events is also soaked. Extra tarps and spare clothing are suggested additions to the gear of those traveling to the event.

Wetlands

Freeholds Last month Darkwolf was founded in Detroit Lakes, MN. Amt 7

Other Games

  • June 22-29th - Ragnarok a Dagorhir Event held in Cambridge, OH.
  • Hello from Southern Indiana. We are starting a new larp in Southern Indiana, named NERO Indiana, we are a charter chapter of NERO International and would love to have you all come out to our game opener on June 27th in Petersburg, Indiana. Here is a link to our website www.neroindiana.net. You can also email me at [email protected]. I look forward to maybe seeing some of you all at our game. Thanks, Charles Mick NERO Indiana


June 10th to June 16th

Blackspire

Burning Lands

Celestial Kingdom

Crystal Groves

Dragonspine

  • DS sends out their reminder for their chapters to turn in their records and bank statements in for review. The audits are still due at the normal date (August 15th), giving every land a month and a half after June ends to get their audits in to the kingdom.
  • Pegasus Valley holds their Prime Minister Elections. Candidates are Tiwaz and Shayleigh.

Emerald Hills

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Golden Plains

  • The summer midreign of Golden Plains will be held at Clan this year.

Goldenvale

Iron Mountains

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  • Due to flooding, The Duchy of Olympus has cancelled battlegames for Sunday, June 15th. Some members of Olympus had to be evacuated from their homes. Sir Micah Helstaven were evacuated for their safety and reportedly lost all of their possessions, and suffered severe if not irreparable damage to their house.
  • Desert Rose held their Weapon Master Tourney last week with Duffer Cole taking first and Nidalap and Vexx in second an third respectively.
  • Article on Truevale by the Green River Star New Paper.
  • River's End has established a rotating schedule for their qualified reeves.
  • June 11th - 15th - Rakis : The Three Kingdoms will occur, look for an editorial by Loptr following the event.

Neverwinter

Rising Winds

  • The Elkhart, Indiana chapter Thundering Rivers's local Prime Minister race is in full swing with Anubis Inpu, Ardara and the reigning PM Clayr vying for the position.
  • Kingdom Election Results are released. Hexloc, the incumbent Prime Minister was re-elected to the office over Exar. There is some discussion about the election on the RWs List; specifically about Hex helping to tally votes for a race in which he was candidate. The new members of the RW BoD are; Kravin, Heydeez, and Juicy.
  • Madoc's Keep in Louisville, KY will hold their local Midreign this weekend.
  • Azmandius of Gryphon's Perch in Indianapolis, Indiana has begun to organize Serpent Boot Camp 2009. The event will likely occur in central Indiana.
  • Frost lands will do a demonstration of Medieval weapons for Appleblossom Books June 14th. This will be the second annual such demonstration. Frostlanders were sneaky and cleaned up the GAC site before Papa Greystoke noticed.
  • June 16-17 Ashen Hills will hold their local Midreign in Haslett, MI.
  • Cursed Prairie will hold Althing June 15th at Farm park 1 p.m. all park members that are dues payed may take vote. Subject 'using Park funds to increase park funds'.

Wetlands

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  • Mordengaard invites the wetlands to join them for cold watermelon and battle games this Saturday.
  • Ironwood in Conroe, Texas has a new Website.

Freeholds

Amtgard lost one of their own on Tuesday, Squire Moose. Squire Moose is well remembered for his excellent food and assistance during Crystal Groves Events such as Feast of Fools and Feast of the Dead. Please take a moment to remember such an exemplary Amtgarder.

Blackspire

  • June 6-8 he Kingdom of Blackspire and the Principality of Northern Lights invites you to come to their joint midreign celebration at Battle Ground Lake Park in Battle Ground, WA. Separate waivers have been released for this event, with further separate ones for bows and those who are underage.

Burning Lands Celestial Kingdom

  • Murky Waters in Killeen, Texas will hold their coronation feast.

Crystal Groves

Dragonspine

  • The Midreign Feast of Pegasus Valley is being held at Taylor Park where they normally meet on Saturdays on June 7th. The festivities for the day will begin around 1:00p and will continue for as long as they have the energy (and light, probably).
  • The regular fighter practice which usually occurs at Dragonspine Proper will be canceled for 6/5 and 6/12 due conflicting events like Rakis.

Emerald Hills

  • Kingdom Crown Quals will be held this weekend in the Emerald Hills; Saturday the 7th at Midnight Sun in Garland, Texas, Sunday the 8th at Eagleshire in Denton, Texas.

Golden Plains

Goldenvale

Iron Mountains

  • On June 7, Desert Rose in Elko, Neveda will hold their Dragon Master and Weapon Master. Everyone remember that entries in to the Dragon Master and the Crown Quals in August will be tallied for the $100 cash prize. Again, the more culmunitive points you earn the closer you will be to the prize.

Neverwinter

Rising Winds

  • Voting for BOD Posistions in Rising Winds concludes on the 8th at 11:59. There are three positions open and the candidates are; Heydeez, Thalyn, Juicy, and Kravin. The candidates for Prime Minister will be sorted out at the same time, RWers may choose between Exar, and Hexloc
  • Satyr's Crossing discusses the possibilities of traveling to Origins as a group.
  • Cursed Prairie holds their Dragon Master / Weapon Master on Sunday.
  • June 7 & 8 - Pagan Picnic - Starts at 10am, but I would like folks there by 9am to set up. If you want to help out running our booth, please let me know! We also need reeves, teachers, demonstraters, crowd walkers and people to show the newbies a good battle! Plan on being there both days! - Autocrat: Heartwynd

Wetlands

  • Cairn Garneth of Deer Park, Texas will celebrate their six month anniversary on June 7th with themed battlegames and some burgers and dogs.
  • Relic Quest will be held Sunday July 6th at Cedar Hill Park. The quest will start at 12 noon. Weapons, armor, spell lists and quest questions will be finished by then. The Theme will be Light vs. Dark and the Planar damage happening due to dimensional seals being broken. I will be using terrain effects, there will be monsters, other PC's will want to kill you. Come prepared. Quest teams will number 4-8, all interactions (outside of combat) between different quest groups must be supervised by a quest reeve or the interaction will be deemed invalid.

Freeholds

  • Due to a special event occurring in their usual park Fire Shore in Cambridge, Maryland will meet at Ara's house this sunday.

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