[Steppes] Fighter Practice - 08-01-04

[Chiara]

Lady Kathryn came our and knitted while waiting for supplies. She will be
back next Sunday to pick up items for our soldiers

We will repost the list next Saturday night of what the soldiers need.

I will not be a fighter practice Sunday as it is our 11th wedding
anniversary. We were actually married on a Sunday. :)

See you all tonight!

Chiara
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <meggiddo at netzero.net>
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Sent: Monday, August 02, 2004 7:33 PM
Subject: [Steppes] Fighter Practice - 08-01-04


: Heilsa,
:
: Once again another Steppes Fighter Practice has come and gone, with
: those that were present felt it to be arousing success.
:
: Yes, the humidity was in abundant and in combination with the heat of
: this
: past Sunday, but it could NOT dampened the spirits of the both the
: fighters and their supporters who came out to partake and enjoy the day
: of
: fighter practice.
:
: We have shade in abundant as well, the trees in the park are older now
: and are spreading their leafy canopies to shield all who came to either
: partake or to stand in awe of the fighting. Add in the sun pavilion that
: I provided and there was shade for all.
:
: The most important item that was in over abundant was "COMMON SENSE"
: that all, who attended, exhibit this past Sunday and for which I must
: say a heartily "Thank You" to all of you and a hugh "VIVAT"!
:
: No one push themselves, for there was no need. When someone felt the
: need to step down and refresh themselves, then they did so. Fighting was
: paced and measured out by each individual, thus each fighter gained
: additional insight into his/her abilities on multiple levels. This is
: Texas and the weather that we all fight in and/or wish to enjoy this
: game/hobby is usually warm to hot. Although, one not as humid as this
: summer proven to be to
: todate.
:
: Everyone supplied their OWN water and other fluids (i.e., Gatorade,
: Orange Juice, etc...), plus any snack food. There was some sharing among
: those present.
:
: There are two water fountains less than 200 feet from where the practice
: is held at and in front the restrooms.
:
: If the attendance becomes greater, do NOT fear for there was will be
: additional shade to be had. It requires some assistance, but there was
: at
: least one if not two more pavillions available to be assembly and put in
: place for the enjoyment of all.
:
: In attendance at this practice were the following:
:
: Sir Mahdi, Baron of the Steppes,
:
: Centurion Morgan and his lady Kim,
:
: Hrafn (Curtis) - Steppes KM, and who be leaving for Pennsic later this
: month,
:
: Hosey and his children - Tori, Jon, and Nikko,
:
: Squire Isolda,
:
: Chiara - captain of the Steppes Baronial Guard,
:
: Roc the Bold and his Lady Icia - Roc is also an excellent make of armor.
: I am wearing a new helm that he made, so is Hrafn and Matt. And prices
: are very reasonable.
:
: Clayton,
:
: Matt and his Lady Nicole - who is making progress in getting his own
: armor and was wearing his new helm that Roc made for him,
:
: Aria and his brother Donnelley (sp?),
:
: Duncan and his Lady Kitty - who made attend the fighter practice after
: attending the archery practice that morning,
:
: Seamus - who this week did not fight, who will be leaving for Pennsic
: later this month,
:
: Stephanie and Eric who came out to watch with their children,
:
: Linda and her son, Levi.
:
: and here I must apologized to those members of this barony for I did not
: know and/or remember your names and can not make mention of your
: wonderful support of the both the fighters and of the Steppes fighter
: practice.
:
: This past Sunday's practice plan was initially to continue with more
: melee practices, since Gothic Wars are 5 weeks away. All the practice in
: unit formation is greatly desire in order to fight upon that field on
: Labor Weekend, September 3rd through the 6th at Gothic Wars and in the
: near future 3 Kings in November. Add that Gulf Wars will be here shortly
: after that.
:
: Everyone knows the old saying - "The laid plans..." Based upon last
: Sunday's (7-25-04) wonderful melee practice results - both good and
: mixed. (I will be forwarding the results of that practice after this one
: to the list for all to enjoy and share.)
:
: The melee practice did NOT happen, instead additional instruction was
: provide in various areas and all based upon each individual fighter's
: requests and/or needs in to improve their own fighting skills. Thus,
: those individuals who put their own pleasure and enjoyment on hold to
: further these fighters' fighting skill, a great and much deserved -
:
: "Thank You" to:
:
: Sir Mahdi for providing individual instruction to each fighter that
: walked over and requested a fight from you, Your Excellency. And to
: those fighters who DID request a fight and more importantly for asking!
:
: Centurion Morgan - once again for your time and effort in providing
: instruction for all who asked.
:
: Squire Isolda - providing instruction for all that asked.
:
: Hosey - for providing instruction with spear for Chiara and working with
: Duncan with two swords for they walked over and asked Hosey for
: instruction.
:
: I will stress this point again - all the above individuals mention
: above, Sir Mahdi, Centurion Morgan, Squire Isolda, and Hosey gave up
: part of their own time and pleasure to provide instruction to all who
: asked. Although, true these wonderful people were fighting, they were
: fighting at a least degree level and skill to provide instruction to all
: who ask for instruction from them. They deserve a hugh -
:
: "VIVAT"
:
: for doing so!
:
: Aria for bring out and setting up a pell for individual fighters to
: practice their sword swings.
:
: Roc did take "The HILL" and took on all challengers with a great axe. I
: believe that Hrafn and his "Mace of Doom" was the first to replace Roc
: on the "The Hill". Then it was one right after another to step up and
: make the attempt to take "The Hill" and/or defended it. I lost count of
: who was fighting and who was holding. And who finally held "The Hill" at
: the end of this friendly contest of skill. Perhaps the fighter who held
: "The Hill" will step up and attempt to defend their title next week?
:
: Roc had made a new shield made from birch wood and although according to
: Centurion Morgan is had bad "heraldry" upon the face. :) Everyone who
: wish to try it like this shield. Just another example of Roc's ability
: to fashion not only armor but shields as well.
:
: Sir Mahdi and Hosey fought with small bucklers and swords toward the end
: of the practice.
:
: Hrafn and Chiara faced off in a spear duel.
:
: I know that I have left out others that were either instructing or
: actually fighting, but this is what I remember.
:
: With as many gentles present, both fighting and on the side lines, there
: was time to enjoy each other's company between fights. I can NOT stress
: the important of pacing one's self and seeking refreshments.
:
: This training in the heat will be repaid in many folds when each
: individual takes the battlefield and is able to stay the course, while
: watching those who have NOT train with the heat, walk from the field.
: Thus in the long run, the payment for all the training and yes, the
: sweat will be repaid.
:
: Next week there will another Steppes Fighter Practice. Hopefully, there
: will be another melee practice in which all weapons types are welcome.
:
:
: Michael Fray
:
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