Avacal



The Kingdom of Avacal consists of the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, The Northwest Territories and parts of Eastern and Northern British Columbia. Formally a principality of the Kingdom of An Tir it was elevated to Kingdom status in June 2015.

Device

 * Blazon: Quarterly argent and Or, a griffon rampant, on a point pointed gules a crown within a laurel wreath Or.
 * Quarterly argent and Or, a gryphon's head erased gules. (Populace badge)

Past Royalty

 * 2. Wernar Ivarsson and Hélène Charesse February 13, 2016 to ?
 * 1. Albrecht von Rugen and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa June 27, 2015 to February 13, 2016

Thus ends the line of Avacal Princes and Princesses, and begins the Reigns of their Kings and Queens, Anno Societatis 50
 * 37. Gunther Roriksson IV and Amethyst of Borealis January 17th, 2015 to June 26th, 2015


 * 37. Kvigr Ivarsson III and Svava Suanhuita June 28, 2014 to January 17th, 2015


 * 36. Toryn Davinsson III and Evja Torynswife II February 15, 2014 to June 28, 2014


 * 35. Ellias Silver and Kiera Torynsdottir August 4, 2013 to February 15, 2014


 * 34. Einar Vikingsson IV and Sadb ingen Thuathail February 23, 2013 to August 4, 2013


 * 33. Wernar Ivarsson III and Sina Erdeneva August 3, 2012 to February 23, 2013


 * 32. Ogedei Bahadur and Ifatahyo al-Jenne III February 25, 2012 to August 3, 2012


 * 31. Toryn Davinsson II and Evja Torynswife July 31st, 2011 to February 25, 2012


 * 30. Aiden ap Grindall and Issabbella Kendal of Raven's Rift February 26, 2011 to July 31st, 2011


 * 29. Kirk Einarsson and Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater August 2, 2010 to February 26, 2011


 * 28. Wernar Ivarsson II and Hélène Charesse February 27, 2010 to August 2, 2010


 * 27. Steinn Vikingsson III and Gemma Delaroche III August 15 - February 27 2010


 * 26. Hjalti Einarsson and Eirika Mjöksiglanda February 28 2009 - August 15 2009


 * 25. Toryn Davinsson and Natal'ia Volkovicha August 16 2008 - February 28 2009


 * 24. Einar Vikingsson III and Ifatahyo al-Jenne II February 16 2008 - August 16 2008


 * 23. Kvigr Ivarsson II and Linnet Grimolfsdottir August 18 2007 - February 16 2008


 * 22. Steinn Vikingsson II and Gemma Meena II February 24 2007 - August 18 2007


 * 21. Wernar Ivarsson and Tatiana the Outspoken August 12 2006 - 24 February 2007


 * 20. Kvigr Ivarsson I and Shunzei no Chikakawa February 25 2006 - August 12 2006


 * 19. Einar Vikingsson II and Ifatahyo al-Jenne I August 13 2005 - February 25 2006


 * 18. Gunther Rorikson III and Eyoddi Lokadottir February 26 2005 - August 13 2005


 * 17. Vik Vikingsson V and Inga the Unfettered II August 21 2004 - February 26 2005


 * 16. Murchad macArtgal and Morrigan Clubfoot February 28 2004 - August 21 2004


 * 15. Steinn Vikingsson I and Gemma Meena I August 16 2003 - February 28 2004


 * 14. Einar Vikingsson I and Svetlana February 22 2003 - August 16 2003


 * 13. Ivar the Black and Asney Grimolfrsdotter August 17 2002 - February 22 2003


 * 12. Vik Vikingsson IV and Inga the Unfettered I February 23 2002 - August 17 2002


 * 11. Albrecht von Rugen and Maraigha ni Sean de Sianan August 18 2001 - February 23 2002


 * 10. Gunther Roriksson and Catriona McManus February 24 2001 - August 18 2001


 * 9. Vik Vikingsson and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni August 19 2000 - February 24 2001


 * 8. Eric the Trespasser and Cailleach Aine February 26 2000 - August 19 2000


 * 7. Angar Ninefingers and Valeria Hanson August 20 1999 - February 26 2000


 * 6. Shamus van de Pontseele and Esperanza Razzolini d'Asolo February 27 1999 - August 20 1999


 * 5. Vik Vikingsson and Catriona McManus August 22 1998 - February 27 1999


 * 4. Gunther McManus and Tatianna de Verona February 21 1998 - August 22 1998


 * 3. Albrecht von Rugen and Eirika Francesca Pacchioni Aug 16 1997 - Feb 21 1998


 * 2. Vik Vikingsson and Ceridwyn of Abergavenny Feb 22 1997 - 16 Aug 1997


 * 1. Rorik Gunnarsson and Gwendolyn Gover Aug 31 1996 - Feb 22 1997

Link to Photos of as many of these Highnesses as I've been able to find on Flickr

History
Avacal Timeline
 * Crown Principality in A.S. 26. It became a full principality in August of 31.
 * Avacal becomes a Kingdom in A.S. 50, It's first King and Queen crowned June 27, 2015

Events

 * Quad War


 * Avacal February Investiture


 * Avacal June Coronet Tournament


 * Avacal August Investiture


 * Avacal November Coronet Tournament


 * Avacal First Crown


 * Avacal First Coronation

Awards
AWARDS CONVEYING AN AWARD OF ARMS


 * AoA: Award of Arms - Awarded by all Kingdoms. The Award of Arms is given by their Majesties to those who have become recognized integrated participants in the Society. Their Majesties of An Tir have delegated authority to their Highnesses to award this to individuals within the Principality. It awards the right to bear arms (armigerous). Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize individuals who have become contributers to the society.


 * Court Baronetcy may be offered by the Crown for outstanding efforts to the Kingdom. The titles of Court Baron and Court Baroness carry an Award of Arms.

AWARDS CONVEYING A GRANT OF ARMS


 * Order of the Winged Lynx: Given for service and is bestowed by the Crown to an individual who has performed exemplary and substantial service to Avacal.


 * Order of the Argent Flame: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates a high level of skill in the arts and science.


 * Order of the Red Horse: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in equestrian within Avacal.


 * Order of Sable Axe: Bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in heavy combat within Avacal.


 * Order of the Grey Goose Shaft of Avacal: bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in archery within Avacal.

AWARDS CARRIED FORWARD FROM THE PRINCIPALITY OF AVACAL - These awards are mostly given for a specific championship or event.


 * Elder of Avacal: Given to those who have been Champions of the Principality(and Crown Principality or Region) of Avacal. The Order of the Elder of Avacal is given by Their Highnesses to individuals who have fulfilled their obligations as champion in their respected discipline. This award is given at Their Highnesses discretion. This award should not be submitted by the populace.


 * Iron Maul: Given to the runner up in Champions Sword Tournament


 * Iron Arrow: Given to the runner up in the Champion Arrows Tournament


 * Iron Gauntlet: Given to the runner up in the Rapier Champion Tournament

RETIRED AWARDS All principality awards were retired on June 26th, 2015. Unless otherwise noted.


 * Order of the White Scarf of Avacal - bestowed by the Crown to an individual who demonstrates excellence in rapier combat within Avacal. The Order is closed on January 23, 2016 AS 50 by Albrecht von Rugen and Nasheeta Al-Rakkasa to make way for the new Society Order of the Order of Defense.


 * SG: Silver Griffin: Given to the fighter and inspiration of runners up in Coronet Tournament


 * GG: Gilded Griffin - Principality award for Service. This award is given to individuals who have served the principality in some form. Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize an individual(s) who has provided good service to the principality.


 * GF: Golden Flame (formally Griffin's Flame) - Principality award for Arts and Sciences. This award is given to individuals who exemplify excellence in the Arts and Sciences of the principality. Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize an individual(s) who has enriched the principality with their skills within the Arts and Sciences community.


 * Bear: Dread Red Bear of Avacal - Principality award for Combat against overwhelming odds. This award recognizes individuals who have overcome overwhelming odds within the various disciplines of combat (Heavy, Rapier, or Archery). This order is now closed and has been removed as a recommending award.


 * PKnot: Princess' Knot - Principality award for service to the Princess. This award is given by the Princess to individuals which she sees fit to bestow upon. Individuals should not send recommendations for this award. First bestowed by Ceridwyn.


 * PFavor: Prince's Favor - Principality award for service to the Prince. This award is given by the Prince to individuals which he sees fit to bestow upon. Individuals should not send recommendations for this award.


 * WC: White Claw (formerly Griffin's Claw) - Principality award for representing Avacal in an extraordinary fashion. This award recognizes an individual's ability to represent Avacal in a way that enhances the principality. Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize an individual(s) represented the principality in an extraordinary way.


 * RO: Red Oak (formerly Golden Oak) - Principality award for chivalry and courtesy. This award recognizes individuals whose conduct shows chivalry and courtesy within the principality. Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize an individual(s) for their outstanding behavior.


 * HG: Heart and Gryphon (formerly Griffin's Heart) - Principality award for Persona Development. This award recognizes individuals who have developed their persona through research and accomplishments so as to personify a more period manner. Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize an individual(s) who has developed their persona is a more period fashion.


 * OF: Order of Fortitude (formerly Order of the Valorious Warrior) - Principality award that recognizes those who excel in the martial arts. This award is given to individuals who excel in any of the martial arts (heavy, rapier, combat archery, target archery, or thrown weapons). Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize an individual(s) who has established themselves as exemplary within their discipline. First bestowed by Steinn I and Gemma I - first recipient: Master Deicyn Mohl.


 * SL: Silver Lute (formerly Gryphon's Voice) - Principality award that recognizes those who excel in the bardic and performing arts. This award is given to individuals who excel in any of the bardic and performing arts. Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize an individual(s) who has established themselves as exemplary within their discipline.


 * GA: Red Gryphon of Avacal (formerly Gryphon of Avacal) - Principality award for outstanding service in and outside of Avacal. This award recognizes individuals who do service year after year and who serve Avacal even beyond it’s borders, bringing glory to Avacal across the Known World. First bestowed by Einar II and Ifatahyo I, based off of the Lion of An Tir - members include Count Vik Vikingsson, Master Thorvald Grimmson and Countess Inga the Unfettered.


 * GFE: Gilded Feather - Principality award for service of Children. This award is given to children who have served the principality in some form. Individuals can write a letter of recommendation to Their Highnesses to recognize a child who has provided good service to the principality.


 * Avacal Throne's Favor - Principality award given by the Coronet to a subject or group for a significant contribution to the Principality through conspicuous service.  First to be bestowed at February Investiture 2010 by Steinn III and Gemma III: Premier recipients - Master William Bennet, Mistress Manyra Thorinsdottir, Master Iain Archibald Guthrie, HL Bryjna Lovisdottir of Axewater.

Branches of Avacal

 * Shire of Bitter End
 * Shire of Bordergate
 * Barony of Borealis
 * Shire of Cold Keep
 * Barony of Montengarde
 * Barony of Myrgan Wood
 * Shire of Rhuddglyn
 * Shire of Sigelhundas
 * Shire of Valley Wold
 * Shire of Vinjar

Champions
Former Champions of Avacal


 * Champions of Sword
 * 1. Albrecht von Rugen - Aug 96-Aug 97
 * 2. Thorwulf Bjornsson - Aug 97-Aug 98
 * 3. Ivar the Black - Aug 98-Aug 99
 * 4. Aiden ap Darren y Cigfrain - Aug 99-Aug 00
 * 5. Phelan Gann - Aug 00-Aug 01
 * 6. Gunther Rorikson - Aug 01-Aug 02
 * 7. Gerhard Thorwulfsson - Aug 02-Aug 03
 * 8. Einar Vikingsson - Aug 03-Aug 04
 * 9. Wernar the Wild - Aug 04-Aug 05
 * 10. Vik Vikingsson - Aug 05-Aug 06
 * 11. Gunther Rorikson - Aug 06-Aug 07
 * 12. Gerhard Thorwulfsson - Aug 07-Aug 08
 * 13. Kvigr Ivarsson - Aug 08-Aug 09
 * 14. Vik Vikingsson - Aug 09 - Aug 10
 * 15. Einar Vikingsson - Aug 10-Aug 11
 * 16. Albrecht von Rugen - Aug 11-Aug 12
 * 17. Ellias Silver - Aug 12- Aug 13
 * 18. John Wernarsson- Aug 13 - Jun 14
 * 19. Kirk Einarsson- Jun 14 - Jun 2015


 * Champions of Arrows
 * 1. Edward Ross - Aug 96-Aug 97
 * 2. Derek the Exile - Aug 97-Aug 98
 * 3. Michael O’Byrne - Aug 98-Aug 99
 * 4. Mordecai Salzer - Aug 99-Aug 00
 * 5. Alan Bendbow - Aug 00-Aug 01
 * 6. Mordecai Salzer - Aug 01-Aug 02
 * 7. Alistaire - Aug 02-Aug 03
 * 8. Malabar Membro Spaccata - Aug 03-Aug 04
 * 9. Geoffrey the Pretty - Aug 04-Aug 05
 * 10. Robert of Clan Gunn - Aug 05-Aug 06
 * 11. Markus Pheilsmid - Aug 06-Aug 07
 * 12. Genic - Aug 07-Aug 08
 * 13. Malabar Membro Spaccata - Aug08-Aug09
 * 14. Corriander - Aug 09 - Aug 10
 * 15. Alickina - Aug 10 - Aug 11
 * 16. Ellias Silver - Aug 11-Aug 12
 * 17. Balinor - Aug 12-Aug 13
 * 18. Argento Brunkell Aug 13- Jun 14
 * 19. Henry of Bohemia Jun 14- Present


 * Champions of Rapier
 * 1. Taras of Kiev - Mar 96-Feb 97
 * 2. Rodrigo Viola de Navarre - Feb 97-Feb 98
 * 3. Thore de Bethune - Feb 98-Feb 99
 * 4. Raoul Delaroche - Feb 99-Feb 00
 * 5. Odli Goodwater - Feb 00-Feb 01
 * 6. Devon Macleod - Feb 01-Feb 02
 * 7. Robert of Clan Gunn - Feb 02-Feb 03
 * 8. Dante Machavelli - Feb 03-Feb 04
 * 9. Gemma Meena - Feb 04-Feb 05
 * 10. William Bennett - Feb 05-Feb 06
 * 11. Ilyanth Ildanach (now known as Tristram ap Emrys ap Iago)- Feb 06-Feb 07
 * 12. Guillemin de Rouen - Feb 07-Feb 08
 * 13. Robert of Clan Gunn - Feb 08-Feb 09
 * 14. Tristram ap Emrys ap Iago - Feb 09-Feb 10
 * 15. Bjar the Blue - Feb 10-Feb 11
 * 16. Thore de Bethune - Feb 11- Feb 12
 * 17. William Bennett - Feb 12-Feb 13
 * 18. Shamus van de Ponseele - Feb 13-Feb 14
 * 19. Beoaed O'Dalaigh Feb 14-Jan 15
 * 20. Caiaphas, Durant Ramberti Jan 15 to present

'Borealis' A&S pentathlon began in 1985. 1985 Thorvald Grimsson 1986 Thorvald Grimsson 1987 Breanaidh ni Naiomin 1988 Breanaidh ni Naiomin 1989 NOT HELD 1990 Thorvald Grimsson 1991 Freydis the Far-Travelled
 * Champions of Arts and Sciences

Avacal A&S pentathlon began in 1992(first year as Crown Principality). 1992 Joan the Just 1993 Eldred of Evesham 1994 Eirika Francesca Pacchioni 1995 Seamus Rua/Jan van der Pon Seele


 * 1. Elrich the Wanderer & Esperanza Razzolini d'Asolo jointly - Mar 96-Feb 97
 * 2. Morgan the Unknown - Feb 97-Feb 98
 * 3. Adeline von Schwarzwald - Feb 98-Feb 99
 * 4. Fabienne l'Accusee - Feb 99-Feb 00
 * 5. Custance Featherstonehaugh - Feb 00-Feb 01
 * 6. Johanna Katrin - Feb 01-Feb 02
 * 7. James d'Orleans - Feb 02-Feb 03
 * 8. Bebhinn ingen Aoidh (now known as Tomyris di Cavallino - Feb 03-Feb 04
 * 9. Sadb ingen Thuathail - Feb 4-Feb 05
 * 10. Sadb ingen Thuathail - Feb 05-Feb 06
 * 11. Coryn of the Woods - Feb 06-Feb 07
 * 12. Sina Erdina - Feb 07-Feb 08
 * 13. Dyrfinna the Wanderer - Feb 08-Feb 09
 * 14. Gemma Delaroche/ Cynewulf Torynsskald - Feb09-Feb10
 * 15. Annabel Hastings - Feb 10-Feb 11
 * 16. HL Dragoslava Vladislasa doch - Feb 11 - Feb 12
 * 17. Adelheid Holtzfallerin - Feb 12-Feb 13
 * 18. Ysabel la Broderesse - Feb 13-Feb 14
 * 19. Dorothye Bolton Feb 14-Jan 15
 * 20. Brangwayn Hesson the Everpresent Jan 15 to present

Links

 * Avacal Website
 * Herald Link