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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Greetings,</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2> I actually find this quite
refreshing and I applaud the efforts of the Baron and Barony of
Carolingia. What better way to put it, if you want to be the Champion of
this Baron, then you will hold yourself to the standards that he has put
forth. I believe that all Champions, whether they represent the
Kingdom or the smallest Canton should hold themselves to this standard.
How can you fullfill the responsibilities of being a Champion if your
loyalties are divided amongst two or more groups?</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2> If this is all about winning and
taking home goodies then I think this is the wrong game to be playing.
Don't get me wrong, I love winning (fairly rare, but I love it none the less)
but is not this game we play more than claiming titles, taking home spoils,
racking up wins? There is nothing wrong with going to events and
shooting to win, but if there is a Championship on the line and you are
currently a standing Champion elsewhere, bow out and know that you tested
the other archers to your best ability and that championship was contended for
and not just handed out. I have not been to a Championship event yet
that has not given the competitors a chance to bow out if they do not think they
can fullfill the duties of Champion.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2> I truly hope that this
<STRONG>is</STRONG> the future of the SCA, where we play for Honor, Chivalry,
and the better understanding of our Medieval counterparts. I for one plan
on using similar verbage in our upcoming Defender where we will be choosing our
Champion. </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Lord Jean-Paul de Calmont</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Arcarius to HL Eadric Anstapa </FONT></DIV>
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style="BACKGROUND: #e4e4e4; FONT: 10pt arial; font-color: black"><B>From:</B>
<A title=ld.blackmoon@cox.net href="mailto:ld.blackmoon@cox.net">Blackmoon</A>
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<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial"><B>To:</B> <A
title=ansteorra-archery@ansteorra.org
href="mailto:ansteorra-archery@ansteorra.org">Archery within the Kingdom of
Ansteorra</A> </DIV>
<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial"><B>Sent:</B> Thursday, June 30, 2005 7:40
AM</DIV>
<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial"><B>Subject:</B> [Ansteorra-archery] the future
??</DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>GREETINGS</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>IS THIS THE FUTURE OF THINGS IN THE SCA
??</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>THE BELOW IS FOR A THROWN WEAPONS / ARCHERY EVENT
AT THE BARONIAL LEVEL., IN THE EAST KINGDOM .</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>YOU CAN ONLY BE CHAMPION OF YOUR LOCAL GROUP
.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>OR IF YOUR NOT AN OFFICER ANYWHERE, YOU CAN ONLY
BE ONE CHAMPION PER EVENT YEAR .</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>SINCE GETTING TO COMPETE IS HALF OF WHY I GO TO
ANY EVENT ,I TEND TO SEE THIS AS BAD.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2> UNFORTUNATELY , FROM WHAT I'VE SEEN , THIS
POISON IS MOVING INTO ANSTEORRA FROM BOTH COASTS . </FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>WHAT I FIND INTERESTING , IS THAT IT SEEMS TO BE
CROPPING UP IN ARCHERY / THROWN WEAPONS COMPETITIONS A LOT MORE THAN IN
HEAVY OR LIGHT COMPETITIONS .( CAN YOU SEE TELLING JOE KNIGHT & THE 3
FIGHTERS HE BROUGHT WITH HIM , WHO JUST DROVE 500 MILES , THAT THEY CAN'T WIN
? )</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2></FONT> </DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>ANYWAY , BE SAFE, BE HAPPY, HAVE FUN</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>ARTHUR BLACKMOON</FONT></DIV>
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<H3>CHAMPION'S AGREEMENT</H3>1. I consider myself to be a Carolingian, hold no
office or position in any other barony or shire that divides my loyalties as a
champion of Carolingia, and actively participate in Carolingian activities.
<BR><BR>2. It is understood that I may have personal fealty to individuals and
to the crowns of the East in addition to my loyalties to Carolingia, and that
I will resolve any potential conflicts of these fealties in a way consistent
with my personal honor. <BR><BR>3. During my term I have the duty to defend
and serve the Baron and the Barony of Carolingia, which I will do to the best
of my ability. <BR><BR>4. I will make every effort to attend Carolingian court
and to represent Carolingia on state occasions. I will try to participate in
as many Carolingian Events as possible. <BR><BR>5. I will fight for the glory
and honor of Carolingia whenever possible and will serve Carolingia against
her foes in times of war. <BR><BR>6. I will strive to be an example of
courtesy and chivalry, bringing honor to Carolingia through my actions on the
field and my behavior towards others both on and off the field. <BR><BR>7. It
is my duty to organize the format of the competition for my replacement, and
to ensure that it takes place about one year after my selection. <BR><BR>8. I
will bear the trust of Carolingia, and any champions regalia with pride, and
will conclude my service well. <BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR></DIV>
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