en-us Sat, 19 Jul 2008 03:57:11 -0700 gregero@gmail.com 60 Artemisia Militaris http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/ Artemisia Militaris http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/../ http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/images/rss.gif Artemisia Militaris RSS Feed 36 14 Gambeson stuffing - Last Post: AaronCarter-7/18/2008 AaronCarter http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=855&REPLY_ID=5313 Armor/Fighting Garb Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:25:58 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=855 Quote:
I stuff my helm liners with unspun wool, and use 100% linnen for the rest( http://www.fabric-store.com/ )

]]> When I win Crown... - Last Post: Juliana-7/18/2008 Juliana http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=847&REPLY_ID=5308 Heavy Combat Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:29:18 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=847 Quote:
Good morning!

I would like to point out that the education responsibility applies to everyone. There are people that are open to accepting or seeking out guidance and suggestions, and there are those that aren't. This applies to the gentle who wins a Crown, or takes an office, or just looks like they need help with their encampment. You can't force someone to do something they do not want or are willing to do. You can give a person all the information in the world, but if they didn't read it, it doesn't matter that they even got it.

In a Crown situation, if the incoming winner comes in with the view "I know what I am doing, and this is the way it's going to be", it's not going to matter what anyone says. They have chosen their path and rarely will that position change. From there, it's do the best you can, and try make them look the best they can. As an officer or adviser, all you can do is say your peace, agree or disagree, and do your own job to the best of your own ability. That is the reality of what we do.

My advice to winners or even people who are interested and think they may never win:

When you win a Crown it's hit the ground running for everyone, and usually it's a sprint not a jog. The more information you can glean before you enter a list will help you should you ever win that list.

READ EVERYTHING that has to do with the Kingdom as a BUSINESS -- the copies of law, corpora, handbooks, customs, etc. See how the Crown interacts with each part of the kingdom hierarchy and our neighbors. It's public information, and it's out there. It's not a secret. What really is the job outside of leading armies and giving awards?

TALK to everyone you can. High, low, former Crowns, current B&B's, officers, heck, even the people you may not really care for. Trust me they have an opinion too. The more information you can gather, the more ready you will be. For any path you choose to take. And if you're not ready for the reins...you'll at least be informed if someone asks you about it.

Being the Crown is not an easy job. Being a Kingdom Officer is not an easy job either. In that vein, as always I stand ready to talk to anyone and all about the business end of the Kingdom. I am certain other officers will do so as well. If there is someone who wants "hands on" experience well, we can probably arrange that too. There are many open kingdom offices, and many have deputy positions open too. It's a great way to learn and meet people.

Juliana
]]> Chivalry Appreciation - Last Post: morganwolf-7/18/2008 morganwolf http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=836&REPLY_ID=5307 Deeds Of Chivalry Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:19:56 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=836 Quote:
I'm putting all fighters, all three types, that will be at Tournament of Chivalry tomorrow on notice-

I will be watching you, and if you greatly impress me with your Chivalry on or off the field, I will be dragging you in front of Their Excellencies/your Peer to present you with a token of my appreciation for your Great Example.

If you do not receive such a token from me tomorrow, it does not mean I don't consider you Chivalrous, it simply means I didn't *see* you doing something I consider a Great Example.

I hope to be giving out tokens every few minutes, all day long.[:)]

'i Hurddas Morgan Blaidd Du 'r Chloffa


]]> Announcement from TRM on Estrella War 2009 - Last Post: Conchobhar-7/18/2008 Conchobhar http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=852&REPLY_ID=5306 Heavy Combat Fri, 18 Jul 2008 02:04:22 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=852 Quote:
quote:
Originally posted by Justin

That was all me, actually. The two years in a row that I can't make it... the two years Artemisia wins the rapier point (not counting Estrella I)... this is not coincidence. :D


Hey... no taking all the credit. I wasn't there either. [:D] Though, technically, one of the two years I lived in Caid, I would have fought mit dem Muterland...]]> Uprising Site Improvements - Last Post: Baron Sir Thorwulf-7/17/2008 Baron Sir Thorwulf http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=812&REPLY_ID=5303 New Uprising Site Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:11:19 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=812 Quote:
Great I'll start putting together some ideas and creating a list. Most of what ill need will be available locally so this means a trip down [:D]. Alan I'll contact you off line and check with you as to when. Morejello no worries I totally understand the time thing, we have lots of time to plan and I'm sure there will be a couple more people wanting in.

cheers,


T

Because the sky is blue and the grass is green and... hey does this look infected to you!?]]> Paging lady Sybyll - Last Post: AaronCarter-7/16/2008 AaronCarter http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=854 General Off-Topic Wed, 16 Jul 2008 20:23:16 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=854
712-0867

Thanks
Aaron]]> Midge Marsh Melee Ideas - Last Post: Morejello-7/16/2008 Morejello http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=841&REPLY_ID=5301 Heavy Combat Wed, 16 Jul 2008 19:06:08 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=841 Quote:
quote:
Originally posted by Thorvald

Or you could try his e-mail


I think you were on the right track with the corn dog idea. Either that, or a gallon of cherry vanilla ice cream.]]> Keeping current members - Last Post: padruig-7/16/2008 padruig http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=666&REPLY_ID=5300 Heavy Combat Wed, 16 Jul 2008 18:41:39 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=666 Quote:
I have not been on the Militaris recently, and am trying to get caught up, as new duties require me to perhaps keep a more active presence here. This particular topic has been interesting to read. I am now a member of slightly over two years. Our first event was Michael and Sati's coronation. We have now attended 3 <gasp> Uprisings. We play for several reasons
1) Our entire family enjoys the SCA. I have 4 children, and my lady wife, who are very active with SCA. In fact, we are far past hobby status, perhaps approaching obsession [:D]. We have found that generally, there is something for everyone, and where there wasn't we could create it, and receive support from others in doing so. There are not too many activities we ALL can enjoy...
2) The SCA is full of good examples for my children to emulate, and occasional bad examples to avoid. I know religion can be touchy to some, but I and my family are strong LDS, and we love the concepts that can be taught our children through SCA activity that mirror what we try to teach through religion..., specifically, moral truths. Honor, Chivalry, courtesy, mutual respect are all things we try to teach, and the SCA provides another venue through which we can teach our children morals we believe are vital to their present and future success.
3) Good friends. We have met many noble and great people we otherwise would never encounter. Many of you have posted in this topic. Some I don't know as well as I would like. It is my great belief that we will be known by the company we keep, and in most cases, there is no better company available. Yes, we disagree on some things, our beliefs may differ, our politics may run counter to that of each other, but we all have great worth, and we try to improve each other.

I have not experienced much of the negative things mentioned here. I also am in 40's, just learning how to fight. Will I ever be a duke, or king, or even a knight. Very doubtful. But that's not why I play, so that is irrelevant. Can I enjoy my time, good friends, and learn new/old skills? Yes! Can my family do the same? Yes! Can I help others do the same? Yes! So, I am here, and here I shall remain. And as long as I can, through my loud and usually obnoxious personality, help relieve people of their mundane concerns, however briefly, I will do so. Because by so doing, I briefly escape from my own. And I believe that is also a reason we play this wonderful game, that has not really been mentioned. We can escape for a time the cares of our mundane lives, in a healthy and enjoyable fashion.

YIS
Padruig McTavish KYCM
Bard of Arrows' Flight

Lord Padruig McTavish
Bard of Arrows' Flight]]> Contact info - Last Post: padruig-7/16/2008 padruig http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=845&REPLY_ID=5295 Youth Combat Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:28:19 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=845 Quote:
Greetings, one and all, from your new Youth Combat Marshal, Padruig McTavish, of the Shire of Arrows' Flight.

It is an honor to be able to serve you, and I hope to be able to continue the good work that was so ably begun by the illustrious Don Azir.

I can be reached by e-mail at rayzentz@aol.com, or by phone at 801-638-4115 (before 10pm MST, please).

My initial desire is to clarify some of the current rules, and eliminate some ambiguities that currently exist. If there are any of you who are familiar with the current youth combat rules, as posted here on the militaris, and have suggestions or ideas, whether improvements, or pointing out potential problems, please contact me.

YIS,

Lord Padruig McTavish, OGML
Kingdom Youth Combar Marshal
Bard of Arrows' Flight

Lord Padruig McTavish
Bard of Arrows' Flight]]> Visiting DWS - Last Post: Conchobhar-7/16/2008 Conchobhar http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=853 Rapier Combat Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:29:48 -0700 http://www.artemisiamilitaris.org/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=853
Since most of the Kingdom's rapier fighters only get to face off against a Caidian White Scarf at Estrella, this would be a good opportunity for anyone that can make it up (down, sideways ... depends on where you start) to get to play with a DWS from another Kingdom.]]>