Kingdom
of
Avacal

Author: Raoul

  • Heraldic Contingency Deputy needed

    Avacal’s College of Heralds needs a Contingency Deputy Herald for ongoing Kingdom Status. If you are interested, please forward your SCA resume and a letter of application to the current Sanguinaris Herald, Arwyn of Leicester at herald@avacal.org. Please apply by June 30, 2026.

    Contingency Deputy Herald/Red Ram Herald

    Job Description:

    1. The Contingency Deputy Herald will administer the office if the Sanguinaris Herald, for whatever reason, cannot continue in that role.
      • Specifically, the contingency deputy herald will work with the Crown and Kingdom Seneschal to advertise and select a new replacement.
    2. The Contingency Deputy Herald shall not be a spouse/partner of the Sanguinaris Herald.
    3. The Contingency Deputy Herald will report quarterly to Sanguinaris Herald.

    Skills and Competencies:

    • Strong administrative skills including email, spreadsheets, word processing
    • Good working knowledge of governing aspects of the SCA such as corpora, kingdom law and Avacal customs

  • Open Office Positions

    Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Officer
    The DEIB Officer is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of game-facing DEIB initiatives and education. 

    This position will become a greater officer in the New Year.

    Chatelaine
    The Chatelaine is responsible for promoting and supporting recruitment initiatives and guiding retention practices throughout the Kingdom.

    If interested in either position, please send your SCA resume and letter of intent to the Kingdom Seneschal (seneschal@avacal.org) and Their Majesties (crown@avacal.org).

    Countess Sadb Jofreysdottir
    Vicki Foster
    Seneschal, Avacal

  • I made this awesome 9th century slavic garb

    I made this awesome 9th century slavic garb

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  • My SCA project

    My SCA project

    Here are some boots I made

  • New rigid materials guidelines

    New rigid materials guidelines

    Hello Avacal,

    Based upon the questions we have had in the last while about rigid material in the fencing community a testing procedure has been developed.  We tried to keep the test materials basic and ones that can be commonly found.  Using this procedure untreated leather was tested and it has been found that 10oz of untreated leather is the equivalent of rigid material for Fencing. 

    Note, this procedure and results do NOT apply to armoured combat.

    The document and the testing data are on the KEM document webpage (the new one not the old one).

    If you have any further questions please contact myself or Master William.

    Thank you,

    Iarla Fergus
    Avacal KEM

  • Event Submission Class

    Event Submission Class

    With permission from the crown there will be a mandatory event submissions class October 19th @ 7pm via Zoom.
    Each branch’s seneschal is expected to be there, as well as one other officer per branch. (*) Anyone interested is welcomed to attend.

    Class duration is expected to be under 1 hour.

    YIS,
    Medb
    Avacal Calendar Officer

    (*) If you have scheduling conflicts please contact the Kingdom Calendar officer at calendar@avacal.org to make other arrangements.

  • September 2023 Curia Minutes

    September 2023 Curia Minutes

    The Minutes from Curia at September Crown are now available:

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  • From the King and Queen

    From the King and Queen

    Thank you to all of Avacal from Your King and Queen. Her Majesty Eyoddi and I are humble by your service to and love of this Kingdom. So many wonderful events at Crown this past weekend.

    Congratulations first to Our Heirs Prince Ellias and Princess Kiera. Both fought fiercely and with Your combined skill and experience ruling this Kingdom, We know that Avacal will be in good hands.

    To the Silver Griffins, Hrogn and Astrid, you both also fought fiercely and We know that it is only a matter of time until you will also rule this Kingdom.

    We cannot describe the honor and privilege that it was to be able to elevate such worthy and noble peers. When fighting in Crown I admit the desire to elevate My Ispiration to be Queen. But I never realized how incredible it was to be able to be a small part of the recognition of the your deeds.

    Thank you Catra, Amery, and Hamelin for allowing us to be the ones to formally recognize all that you have done for Avacal and the SCA.

    A new Youth Champion was brought to us on the winds. Vesla has already begun to gather wordfame. I am excited to see how you work to promote youth combat in Avacal over your term as Our Champion.

    Finally a thank you to event stewards, heralds, marshalls, archers, teachers, bards, gards, artisans, merchants, organizers and volunteers and every other person too numerous to list who contributed in any and ever way to making Our Crown event something we will always remember. Our reign is half done but these moments we share last in fond memory until the end of time.

    Gunther Rorikson, King
    Eyoddi Lokadottir, Queen

  • Be on target! Deputy Society Marshals Wanted

    Be on target! Deputy Society Marshals Wanted

    https://www.sca.org/news/be-on-target-deputy-society-marshals-wanted/

  • Message From Their Majesties

    Message From Their Majesties

    Unto the Mighty Kingdom of Avacal,

    We write to our populace, fresh from the fighting fields of our great summer event, Quad War. The noble Barony of Borealis emerged victorious, but this victory was shared by all who fought, taught, or engaged in the revelry that unfolded before us.

    We welcomed esteemed guests from far-off lands, including the noble Kingdoms of Trimaris and Northshield. Despite the challenges posed by inclement weather, the spirit of Quad War persevered, and all were impressed with our tenacity and unique coleslaw making techniques.

    We extend our heartfelt gratitude for the generosity displayed by our people. The reports of our successful fundraising efforts filled our court, and we are proud of the lasting impact our contributions will have on the Quad War site.

    Next is our journey to the fiftieth Pennsic in early August. While several of our populace are able to attend with us, we shall stand as proxies for all, carrying the spirit of Avacal to the Known World.

    Our next home event will be Fall Crown. Join us on the September long weekend at the Quad War Site, where we shall witness, with our populace, the tournament to determine our Heirs and the pageantry of that great contest.

    With resolute hearts and unwavering commitment, we stand as one in service to Avacal.

    King Gunther and Queen Eyoddi
    Avacal