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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>Greetings Elfsea,</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>Before I collapse, I wanted to send out my personal
"Thank You" to everyone who helped with this year's Highland Games demo. I
must admit I missed my lovely ladywife's presence, who was attending the
investiture at Northkeep this weekend. Consequently I relied even more heavily
on many generous souls for their assistance. The games themselves seemed to
have fewer patrons this year, however, it did not prevent us from running out of
contact information. However, we continued by giving out hand written contact
information. :-) Our volunteers were busy at every turn, speaking with
numerous interested visitors. Let us all endeavor to follow up with the contacts
we secured and welcome those that choose to contact us
again.</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>I have such respect for the fighters who suffered the
heat and endurance challenges of these last two days. The small
number of fighters we fielded were compelled to fight longer and more frequently
as a result, but they rose to the occasion most admirably. Thank you
indeed. </SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>At closing court, it was Lord Richard De Laufson who
received the Mace for exceptional prowess, but especially for the show of
courtesy and honor presented for the populace. (It didn't hurt that he
dispatched me a few times either.)</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>Of our Rapier fighters, some truly outstanding bouts
were witnessed and the three-way at the end of the day was quite entertaining.
In the end, it was Lord Ceatta who was recognized for his prowess, composure and
demeanor on the field and received the prized Buckler.</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>Vivat one and all!</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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class=957333903-05062006></SPAN></SPAN> </DIV>
<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>And while *all* the fighters fought most valiantly to
attract patrons, we leaned heavily on our artisans to grasp their
attention as well. And our artisans and other volunteers seemed to always
be engaged with interested bystanders. Thank you all most sincerely.
</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>I think the gaming pavilion was a big success as
well, attracting many that might have otherwise "escaped". :-) For those
who have no compulsion to fight and may not have discovered their A & S
interest, the game play offers a low-stress, friendly
alternative.</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>In my exhausted state of mind, I would no doubt leave
someone out if I tried to mention everyone by name, but know that you are all
very dear to me and I sincerely appreciate your efforts to help Elfsea
shine!</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>With great admiration,</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
<DIV dir=ltr align=left><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 10pt; FONT-FAMILY: Arial"><SPAN
class=957333903-05062006>Baron Armand</SPAN></SPAN></DIV>
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