The Calontiri Wiki is an invaluable resource for participants in the Calontir community. It contains personal pages, group histories, award information, and event documentation, serving as a collective memory. Creating a page enriches individual recognition and commemorates contributions, fostering connection and honoring both current and past members of the Kingdom.
The AI roundtable at the 2025 Lilies War focused on the responsible use of AI tools in creative projects. Participants discussed AI’s helpfulness in research and editing while raising concerns about content generation. Emphasizing the importance of honor and integrity in the SCA, the group acknowledged the need for clear guidelines on AI usage.
“The palest ink is better than the best memory.”– Chinese proverb, popular long before the 17th century Have you ever wished there was one place to find the who’s who? What about finding out what’s what in the Kingdom of Calontir? Do you want to know how-to-do-it there? Let me introduce you to one of…
I was cleaning out old images when I stumbled across this gem from way back in 2008. What better excuse to share it than Thursday? Just like when I started this blog and writers called it “Throwback Thursday.” This is a calligraphy and illumination piece I created for my dear SCA friend, Luciana. Luci was an…
“They travel for devotion’s sake, but often find their own desires.” Marguerite of Navarre (1492–1549) humorously observes that people may set out on a pilgrmage for religious reasons, personal motives often slip into the journey. Hey, all! At the June 2024 Calontir Lilies War, I had the pleasure of taking a unique class taught by…
Becoming a Laurel in the SCA isn’t something that happens overnight. How long does it take, you ask? Well, that’s a bit of a journey with no set timeline. In the world of medieval reenactment, meeting the peerage standard for all its kingdoms can be quite the quest. When I started in the Kingdom of…
Alright, we’ve covered the SCA basics together: Knights fight, Laurels create art, and Pelicans serve. Each role has a standard to meet that’s recognized in all SCA kingdoms. But it’s not enough to just excel in your field; you also need to teach others. Let’s dive into what that really means. Teaching in your field…
Have you ever wondered how someone becomes a peer in the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA)? It’s a practical process, yet one that seems shrouded in mystery to many. The information I’m sharing in this second of five posts on becoming a peer isn’t confidential. It’s pretty standard stuff, I’m speaking from my perspective as…
Hey there, fellow historical art enthusiasts! If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to become a Laurel in the SCA, you’re in for a treat. Let’s dive into the world of artistry, creativity, and what it means to achieve this prestigious title. Creating Art: The Core of the Laurel PathTo become a Laurel, you have…
Greetings, Good Gentles! Have I got an exciting story to share today. Recently, a stunning ceremonial axe named the “Queen’s Wrath” was added to the Calontir Queen’s regalia. Queen Rhianwen had the honor of being the first to wield this magnificent weapon. Huscarl Hengist Ulfsson masterfully crafted it. What’s truly remarkable is that Hengist made…
Becoming a Laurel in the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) is a rewarding journey filled with creativity, dedication, and community spirit. I was honored to be welcomed into that illustrious order in the Kingdom of Calontir in 2010. Since then, I’ve been asked so many questions about the process of becoming a Laurel that I…
Hey all. Are you a medieval crafter with a penchant for recreating? If you’ve ever poured your heart, time, and creativity into creating something worthy of Royalty, then do I have some exciting news for you! It’s time to get your largess on and help out Their Majesties in the most enchanting way possible. Largess:…
The history of the Latin hymn “Non Nobis Domine” 1 spans several centuries and has seen various adaptations and uses. It originated from the Latin hymn, with the opening words taken from Psalm 115. The hymn expresses humility and thanksgiving. Non nobis, Domine, Domine! Non nobis, Domine! Sed nomini, sed nomini! Tua da gloriam! Translation:…
M. Aidan as the new KMOAS at Kingdom Arts and Sciences event. If you went to the recent Calontir Arts and Sciences event you saw Aidan kennara Corcrinn become our new Kingdom Minister of Arts and Sciences (KMOAS). What you didn’t see there is what a fast worker she is. Already M. Aidan is reorganizing all…