Shattered Crystal

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Shattered Crystal is a Barony in the Midlands Region of the Middle Kingdom. The Barony of Shattered Crystal is the local SCA branch for Madison and St. Clair counties, and the surrounding areas of Southwestern Illinois (including St. Clair, Madison, Macoupin, Jersey, Hillboro, Bond, Clinton, Washington, Marion, Jefferson, Randolph, and Monroe).

Contents 1 Brief History 2 Barons and Baronesses 3 Events 4 Baronial Orders and Awards 5 Baronial Champions 6 External Links

Brief History

The Barony was established in 1988 to encompass the greater St Louis Metro East area. The Barony's holdings now extend down to the southern tip of the state (Carbondale and Marion) as the Canton of Black Stone Forge.

The nine lozenges in the group's heraldry represent the nine individuals who were the driving force behind the start of the Barony.

Barons and Baronesses

The lands are currently held in fief by His Excellency Daimyo Kurro Ookami and Her Excellency, Baronessa Petrona De Manciano.

Past baronial couples:
1. Baron Leopold and Baroness Rabiah
2. Baron William and Baroness Rabiah
3. Baroness Alphia Biraz-pars and Baron Colin
4. Baron Philippe de Lyon and Baroness Rowan Connor
5. Baron Maxmilian von Fallingbostel and Baroness Caroline de Mercier
6. Daimyo Kurro Ookami and Baronessa Petrona De Manciano

Events

Annual events held in the Barony of Shattered Crystal are:

- Crystal Chamfron, a predominantly equestrian event that usually occurs in April.

- For Hands, an Arts & Sciences event that occurs in September, there are a variety of classes available along with heavy and rapier fighting

- Crystal Ball, in November. The event is centered around dance classes and the Ball at night, heavy fighting and rapier are also available. The Ball is pleased to boast live music for at lesat the first several sets. A lavish feast is generally offered. Typically welcomes some 350 guests.

Baronial Orders and Awards

• Order of the Azure Stanchion
• Order of the Crystal Beacon
• Order of the Crystal Elite
• Order of the Crystal Point
• Order of the Crystal Orb
• Order of the Crystal Shard
• Order of the Lapis Militatis
• Order of the Lapis Rose
• Order of the Seed Pearl
• Order of the Topaz Barb
• Order of Baroness' Pride
• Order of the Baron's Own

Baronial Champions

• Armored Champion--Lord Alan of Bellwood
• Rapier Champion--Lord Fintan Mac Aldin
• Archery Champion--Lancer Azzah bint al-Badawi al-Murabbiyyah al-Rualliyyah
• Thrown Weapons Champion--Lord Buckmaster Thomas
• Equestrian Champion--Mistress Alphia Biraz-Pars
• Court Artisan--
• Court Bard-- Mistress Caroline de Mercier
• Court Poet--
• Baronial Destroyer--Baroness Briana Morgan of the Valley

External Links

http://www.shatteredcrystal.org/

Territories

Midrealm Baronies: Andelcrag, Ayreton, Brendoken, Carraig Ban, Cleftlands, Cynnabar, Donnershafen, Fenix, Flame, Flaming Gryphon, Illiton, Middle Marches, Northwoods, Red Spears, Rivenstar, Roaring Wastes, Shadowed Stars, Shattered Crystal, Sternfeld, White Waters Midrealm Shires: Afonlyn, Altenberg, Aurea Ripae, Baile na Scolairi, Blackhawk, Cuil Choluim, Dark River, Dragon's Vale, Dragonsmark, Eastwatch, Falcon's Quarry, Fearann na Criche, Grenemere, Greyhope, Mynydd Seren, Narrental, Qal`at Ja`far, Ravenslake, Rivenvale, Riviere Constelle, Starleaf Gate, Steren Codha, Stormvale, Swordcliff, Talonval, Wurm Wald Midrealm Cantons: Alderford, Border Keep, Brackendelve, Castell Gwent, Catteden, Dernehealde, Dun Traigh, Ealdnordwuda, Foxvale, Gleann Iaruinn, Grey Gargoyles, Gwyntarian, Havenholde, Hawkes Keye, Hrothgeirsfjorthr, Lochmorrow, Marshes, Marche of the, Mugmort, Norborough, Nordheim, Oakford, Pferdestadt, Rimsholt, Rokkehealden, Thistle, Three Hills, Three Towers, Three Walls, Tirnewydd, Tree-Girt-Sea, Unicorn, Vanished Wood, Westmere, Winged Hills Other Territories: Riding: Hawkland Moor, College: Saint Brutus, Saint Carol on the Moor