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Tournament of Succession V

The Borough of Cnoc Fraochán cordially invites any and all to attend Álendia’s Fifth Semi-Annual Tournament of Succession.

 

Come watch the struggle of those striving to become the heirs to the throne of Álendia. Revel in the pageantry of a grand tournament. Cheer on your favorite couple as they vie for glory on the field. Pay particular attention to those who have ruled before, as it is entirely possible the victor in this tournament will go on to become the first Duke of our Society.

 

Bring your bows and axes, for the grand tournament will not take all day. Test your mettle on the ranges in a variety of challenges.

 

Compete in the Academia Ludorum table games challenge and maybe win a prize.

 

Sample the beverages provided by the Honorable Company of Brewers, Vintners, and Meadhers.

 

Participate in the display of crafts, arts, and sciences from a variety of artisans and guild members.

 

Merchants welcome! Bring your own day shade and tables, as the merchant space is outdoors.

 

The site is the Lake Chautauqua Lutheran Center, a 140-acre site overlooking the lake. Saint John’s Hall is a bi-level great hall with a central fireplace, full restroom facilities, and a full kitchen. Redeemer Hall is a comfortable dormitory-style building with a central sitting room, shower facilities, and is handicap accessible. There are four bedrooms with 3 bunks each (accommodates six sleepers each) and two bedrooms with one bunk each (accommodates two sleepers each). Bed space in Redeemer is available on a first-reserved/first-served basis.

 

Meal information. The full menu will be posted once the Hearthkeeper provides the information to the Event Steward. On-board registration is limited to the first 30 people to pre-reg. Any unsold seats will be available at check-in. The on-board price includes:

  • A light supper on Friday evening.

  • A full breakfast on Saturday morning.

  • Feast on Saturday evening.

  • A breakfast of leftovers on Sunday morning.

 

Price of the event:

  • Site Fee: $15.00 per adult, $7.50 per minor teenager, Free for 12 and under.

  • Meals: $20.00 per adult, $10.00 per minor. (limited to 30 people)

The family cap for Site Fee and Meals is $100 (two adults plus their minor children)

 

  • Non-SMA members will be charged an additional $5.00.

 

  • Lodging is $20.00 per person per night. Beds are dormitory-style bunkbeds with multiple bunks per room. The site owner makes no differentiation for age with regard to lodging, so no discount can be given for families or minors. Please bring your own bedding.

  • Tent camping is available for $10.00 per night.

 

PRE-REG EARLY - THERE ARE LIMITED SEATS FOR FEAST. Pre-registration will be open through September 30, 2023. Visit https://sma-prereg.square.site/ to make your reservations now!!!



20-22 October 2023

Lake Chautauqua Lutheran Center

5013 Route 430

Bemus Point, NY 14712

Activities

Crafts, Arts, and Sciences Display

Bring your projects to display for the populace to see and marvel over. The populace will have an opportunity to choose their favorite project.

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Martial Combat

The Marshal-in-Charge has said that he will be happy to run a practice field for anyone wishing to engage in martial combat following the actual tournament.

Education

Melissa Falleinwell and her husband will be giving a presentation on the Camino de Santiago - a pilgrimage excursion dating to well within our period of study.

Tavern by the Fire

Gather around the indoor firepit and sample beverages provided by the Honorable Company of Brewers, Vintners, and Meadhers. Choose your favorite beverage or sample them all. Nothing pleases a brewer more than knowing that people appreciate their efforts.

Target Archery

Standard archery targets will be set up at 20 yds, 30 yds, and 40 yds for the conduct of royal rounds. Additionally, we will have a 20-yard target covered with playing cards. Each competitor gets 5 arrows to make the best poker hand they can. Better hands act as multipliers to the royal round score.

Throwing Weapons

Each competitor gets to throw three axes at a standard butt - one from 20 feet and two from 10 feet. Each competitor also gets to throw five knives at a vertical target covered in dice. Make the best Yahtzee score you can. Better scores act as multipliers for your axe throwing score.

Table Games Challenge

The Academia Ludorum Alendiatis will be hosting a table games competition throughout the day. Each person checking in will have the option to receive a bag of coins to wager on various games of skill and chance. At the end of the day, the person with the most coins wins a prize.

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