The year seems to be winding down ever so calmly since Great Western War… No wait! No it has not! We have had and will have plenty of excitement in these last couple of months. Nordwache Anniversary was a pleasant breather after GWW and a relaxing, intimate event. In addition, Caid Archery Open finally happened with smooth efficiency thanks to our friends in Dreibergen.
Speaking of, Dreiburgen Anniversary was a regular Hoot n’ Nanny with a hole lot of hoot and just a little bit of nanny. The Baronial dragon wing was the place to be. We had so many Altavians and guests that people thought it was our anniversary! (Just kidding). It was spectacular though! Fun, Friends and great conversations were had. Thank you Altavians for being so welcoming and fun. We gave a well-deserved farewell and great job to Baron Logan and Baroness Tyna. They are good people and need the rest. Their warm hearts and tireless work will not be forgotten. In addition, we welcomed a shiny new Baron and Baroness, Ramvaldus and Kungund. They are adorable and we look forward to all the great things they will do for our kingdom.
Calafia Anniversary saw another packed baronial dragon wing. This time only a few Altavians were present, but we hosted many people from Dreiburgen. We received so many compliments from their Excellencies and others of Altavia’s wonderful hospitality. Thank you all once again. Great work Altavia! There was a spectacular surprise during the day as well. Our Baroness, Briana, was asked to be a member of the Order of the Pelican, which she graciously accepted. A wonderful day was had by all.
In the upcoming months, Altavia will be hosting a few events that will be fun and exciting as well. First, December 11 will be our Yule celebration. We will have Angels as our guests and the theme will be the Arthurian Legends! Bring your device and banners to be hung in the hall. Decorate your table like it was the actual round table. Eat! Drink! (responsibly) and have loads of fun! We will not be having our usual potluck meal, but instead will have individual group dinners at each table. Altavia’s bardic and chess champions will be chosen and dancing will happen. Finally, we need volunteers for various duties (tee hee), so please contact Griffith Von Bremen or the Baron if you are willing to help.
On January 22, Altavia will be hosting Queen’s Champion Armored and Rapier. This will be an exciting event at Veteran’s park. We will be needing plenty of volunteers for the day and we know it will be epic! There is lots to be done and Altavians once again be the shining example to all the knowne world.
But before we host QC, we will travel to Nordwache to celebrate Coronation/12th Night in Notdwache. We need your help creating gifts and largesse for both the incoming and outgoing Majesties (more on that in a bit) and Her Excellency invites all Altavians who make the trip North to be a part of her Pelican procession.
As November is traditionally the month of giving thanks, we want to thank each and everyone of our officers, our court and guard and all Altavians for your hard work and your friendship. It has been another long year with many twists and turns but we made it through, together.
Yours in Service and with Much Love!
Baron Nikolaos Phaistos
Baroness Briana MacCabe
