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The Iron Ring is a household which re-creates the look and feel of a mercenary unit that would have existed between 1550 and 1600 in northern Italy and southern Germany. The Iron ring was founded in 2004, as the brainchild of [[Heinrich von Arenburg]].
[[Image:Group3.jpg|frame| The Iron Ring at An Tir West War 2008.]]
Members of the Iron Ring live primarily in the Portland metro area, in the [[Three Mountains|Barony of Three Mountains]] and the [[Dragon's Mist|Shire of Dragon's Mist]]. [[Image:Group3.jpg|frame| The Iron Ring at An Tir West War 2008.]]  


The Iron Ring is a household which re-creates the look and feel of a fighting unit with members that existed between 450 and 1600. The Iron ring was founded in 2004, as the brainchild of Lord [[Heinrich von Arenburg]]. Command was passed to [[Nicolai Rabenis Von Tachov]] in fall 2007.


Members of the Iron Ring live primarily in the Portland metro area, in the [[Dragon's Mist|Barony of Dragon's Mist]] but span from Salem, Or. to Winlock, Wa.


==Mission Statement==  
==Mission Statement==


As a group dedicated to re-enacting a mercenary unit, the Iron Ring encourages study of armed and armored combat by its members, and seeks to participate in activities including but not limited to SCA armored combat, target archery and “boffer” foam weapon combat.
[[Image:Sheild.jpg|frame|left| The Iron Ring Device- Per pale vert and sable, a spiked wheel of twelve spokes Or.]]
As a group dedicated to re-enacting a war unit, the Iron Ring encourages study of armed and armored combat by its members, and seeks to participate in activities including but not limited to SCA armored combat, target archery and rapier combat.


Members of the Iron Ring are highly encouraged to foster an attitude of cooperation between each other and also members of the re-enactment community at large.  We shall lead by positive example and follow by the positive example of others.
Members of the Iron Ring are highly encouraged to foster an attitude of cooperation between each other and also members of the re-enactment community at large, we emphasize service to our community and encourage our members to volunteer on all levels.  We shall lead by positive example and follow the positive example of others.


== Rules and Regulations == [[Image:Sheild.jpg|frame|right| The Iron Ring Device- A field, party per pale, vert and sable.  A spiked wheel of twelve spokes, or.]]
==Awards and Accolades==  


The Iron Ring is governed by a charter encompassing its rules and regulations, as ratified by the members of the Iron Ring in 2007.  In general, all decisions are made by a simple majority of the officers of the Iron Ring (for matters such as use of funds and member disputes) or by a 3/4 majority of the members of the Iron Ring.
The Iron Ring was honored by Queen [[Adwen Wrenn]] at [[An Tir/West War XLV/2010]] with a Forget-Me-Not.  She praised the unit for crafting unit mantles instead of unit tabards, so that it could wear the An Tir tabards and still have unit cohesion.  


===Recruiting===
We also recieved the honor of Sable Pillar in 2013 from Their Excellencies Dragons Mist, Svava and Refr for services as a household to the Barony of Dragon's Mist.
In order to become a member of the Iron Ring, an interested party must secure a member as sponsor and two more members to act as advocates.  After being recorded by the Master or Mistress of Recruiting (currently [[Daesgasage Runne]]) the new recruit must attend 2 camping events with the Iron Ring and 5 non-camping functions (such as fight practices, workshops, etc.).  Once these prerequisites are met, the members take a vote at the next meeting to decide whether to welcome the recruit as a new member, continue as a recruit (in the case that not enough members feel they know the recruit sufficiently), or end their recruitment and affiliation with the Iron Ring.


===Gaining Rank or Station===
Here is the full list of awards received by the household
Members may gain rank either when another member steps down or is demoted, or when the ranks of the Iron Ring grow enough to support another Officer.  Ranks are not sequential; a member may move from no rank to any ranked position without having to hold any intervening positions.  When a rank or station is open, any member may nominate a member to fill that position.
<br>Forget-me-not (An Tir)
<br>By: Adwen Wrenn Jul 3, 2010 (AS XLV)
<br>Sable Pillar (Dragon's Mist)
<br>By: Refr orðlokarr Fiachson, Svava in litla Sep 28, 2013 (AS XLVIII)
<br>Forget-me-not (An Tir)
<br>By: Mary Grace of Gatland Jan 9, 2016 (AS L)
<br>Armigerous Group (An Tir)
<br>By: Christian Bane, Hélène d'Anjou


===Service to the Community===
We are also exceptionally proud of the number of our members who have worked hard to earn their Award of Arms, Goutte de Sanges and Jambe de Lions and now Peerages.
Iron Ring members are required to devote a portion of their time to performing service at camping events.  Volunteer efforts are essential to supporting the ongoing success of the SCA, and the Iron Ring intends to provide a good example to the community at large.


== Command Structure ==
<br>Commander: Sir [[Nicolai Rabenis Von Tachov]] Knight - 2017
[[Image:Darius.jpg|frame|left|Commander Heinrich von Arenburg]]
<br>Sir Talieson de Lyon Knight 2017
The Iron Ring is structured in a military hierarchy.
<br>Dame [[Lissette de la Rose]] Pelican 2018
<br>Maestra [[Iuliana de la Sara]]  Pelican 2022


== Rules and Regulations == 


===Officers===
The Iron Ring is governed by a charter encompassing its rules and regulations, as ratified by the members of the Iron Ring in 2007.  In general, all decisions are made by the officers of the Iron Ring (for matters such as use of funds and member disputes) or by a 3/4 majority of the members of the Iron Ring.


Commander [[Heinrich von Arenburg]] -Founding Member
===Recruiting===
We are happily scripting new recruits at this time, please contact Lord [[Hal Blackstone]] if interested.


Lieutenant [[Cailin MacGregor]] -Founding Member
== Command Structure ==


Sergeant Lady [[Iuliana de la Sara]] -Founding Member
===Officers===


Sergeant [[José Cabrera de Castilla]] -Founding Member
Commander Sir [[Nicolai Rabenis Von Tachov]]


Corporal [[Tristan MacGregor|HL Tristan MacGregor]]  
Steward of House Her Ladyship Senora [[Iuliana de la Sara]]  


Corporal [[Stavis Vladimir Rakhov]]  
Field Captain Lord [[Stavis Vladimir Kraskov]]


Corporal [[Kodo Yoshio]]
Aide de Camp Lord [[Vélinn Rulavson]]


Corporal [[Nicolai Rabenis Von Tachov]]
{{{Image:SN151663.jpg|frame|right|Founder Heinrich von Arenburg}}}


===Stations===
Treasurer, Chatelaine Signora [[Helena Zancani]]
Camp Master [[José Cabrera de Castilla]]


Chatelaine [[Stavis Vladimir Rakhov]]
Secretary Dame [[Lissette de la Rose]]


Master of Arms, Heavy [[Nicolai Rabenis Von Tachov]]
===Members===


Master of Arms, Feather [[Kodo Yoshio]]
His Lordship [[Tristan MacGregor]]


Mistress of Recruiting [[Daesgasage Runne]]
Lady [[Nynadin Kraskov]]


Mistress of Arts and Sciences Lady [[Slaine' inghean Ui Mhaille]]
Lord [[Hal Blackstone]]


Treasurer [[Cailin MacGregor]]
Lady [[Alochka Kievi]]


Secretary Lady [[Iuliana de la Sara]]
Lady [[Mara inghean Eoghain]]


===Other Members=== [[Image:tim.JPG|frame|Right| Esclave de Winter]]
[[Ivo Quigley]]
[[Clothilde de Mundegumbrie]]


[[Helena Zancani]]
[[Avalina Attwater]]


[[Nynadin Rakhov]]
[[Davide Di Francesco Dominici]]


[[Lisette De La Rose]]
[[Flora]]


[[Balthazar Bechtold]]
[[Wulfgar Egghead]]


[[Talieson Teagwas]]
===Pledges===


[[Colt]]
[[Catriona Dujous]]


Gerald
[[Everard Pegrin]]


Ian


Brian
===Scouts===


Julie
Breanne (daughter of Nicolai and Lissette)


===In Memoriam===
===Ringlets===
Esclave de Winter, Unit Champion


The Iron Ring is currently twenty one members strong.
Nicholas (son of Flora and Wulfgar)


==Arts and Sciences== [[Image:becca.jpg|frame|left| Mistress of Arts and Sciences Lady Slaine' inghean Ui Mhaille]]
Rosa (daughter of José and Ana)


===Dance===
Kegan (son of Flora and Wulfgar)
The Iron Ring is blessed to have our very own expert in dance. Lady [[Slaine' inghean Ui Mhaille]] not only makes us more graceful in our dance but also offers her expertise to anyone who cares to show up each Friday evening at the [[Three Mountains Dance Practice]].


===Lace and Needlework===
Xandrian (Xen) (daughter of Stavis and Nynadin)
Lady [[Slaine' inghean Ui Mhaille]] also happens to be extremely gifted in the areas of handmade lace, embroidery and seamstressing. This season the ladies of the Iron Ring will be sporting brand new dresses courtesy of Slaine.


===Sculpting===
Rowan (son of Jose and Ana)


Our very own [[Daesgasage Runne]] hand makes beautiful masks, and other works of clay and glaze. Her works grown from inspiration, but she also has been known to make beautiful personal pieces.
Guinevere (Ivy) (daughter of Stavis and Nynadin)


===Tailoring===
===In Memoriam===


[[José Cabrera de Castilla]] is our up and coming tailor, specializing in western European mens fashion from 1540-1600. As of July 2008 the Iron Ring has new outfits, with doublets drafted and sewn by José, shirts and pants supplied by Slaine' and an enthusiastic team of seamstresses, and chemises and kirtles for the ladies,  custom-drafted by Lady [[Slaine' inghean Ui Mhaille]] and sewn by as many people as could lay hand to fabric.
Esclave de Winter, Unit Champion
 
[[Iron Ring Past and Dormant Members]]


===Woodworking===
==Arts and Sciences==  


Corporal [[Kodo Yoshio]] has come out of the woodwork (pun intended) with his unbelievably detailed, hand crafted, Japanese flutes. He has crafted small pocket flutes, duel shafted flutes and is rarely seen without his double fluted walking staff. Pictures to come.
[[Image:tim.JPG|frame|left| Esclave de Winter]]


===Music===
===Fashion===


We are graced musically with several ladies and gentleman who enjoy singing or playing instruments. Our camp often has a song being sung, hummed, or strummed. We also have the pleasure of being a favorite place for the [[Benjamin the Bard|Biffy Bard]] to set his hat and entertain.
The Iron Ring has maintained an interest in the fashion of the 16th century, often appearing in groups with fine court garb. Our tailors [[Iuliana de la Sara]], [[Lissette de la Rose]] and [[Helena Zancani]] continue to advance their skill and try new and different projects.


===Millinery===
===Woodworking===


[[José Cabrera de Castilla]] and Lady [[Iuliana de la Sara]] have, in the last year began to refine their skill at hat making through creation of hats for both unit members, and the outfitting of hats, professionally, for two local high school theatrical productions.
In the past, the Iron Ring has used hand-crafted wooden benches.  The current plans involve producing several wood tables and new wood chairs to improve the look and feel of our camp.


==Combat and Archery==  
==Martial Pursuits==  


The Iron Ring promotes activity in martial prowess, in support of its mission to present the look and feel of a historical mercenary unit.
The Iron Ring promotes activity in martial prowess, in support of its mission to present the look and feel of a historical mercenary unit.
[[Image:Bow11.jpg|frame|left| Corporal Kodo Yoshio]]


===Heavy Fighting===
===Heavy Fighting===
Members of the Iron Ring participate in SCA heavy combat.  The Master of Arms for heavy combat is [[Nicolai Rabenis Von Tachov]].  His agenda is to get as many Iron Ring members into armor as possible, and to practice regularly and with a variety of opponents.  The Iron Ring currently practices at the [[Dragon's Mist Fight Practice]] and the [[Three Mountains Fight Practice]], and works with other war groups to schedule and attend war practices as time permits.
Members of the Iron Ring participate in SCA heavy combat.  The Captain of our heavy war unit is [[Stavis Vladimir Kraskov]].  His agenda is to get as many Iron Ring members into armor as possible, and to practice regularly and with a variety of opponents.  The Iron Ring currently practices at the [[Dragon's Mist Fight Practice]] and the [[Three Mountains Fight Practice]], and works with other war groups to schedule and attend war practices as time permits.
 
As of November 2008, the Iron Ring is capable, at maximum attendance, of fielding 12 heavy fighters, individually or in war formations.
 
===Boffer Combat===
The Iron Ring maintains its fighting edge and trains new fighters by engaging in boffer combat.  The Master of Arms for feather combat is [[Kodo Yoshio]].  Prowess in boffer combat makes the Iron Ring's services accessible to groups at non-sanctioned events that allow this form of combat.  It also provides a cheap and easy way to play at combat without having to armor up.


[[Image:farmers.jpg|frame|right|From left to right: Lieutenant Cailin MacGregor, Sergeant José Cabrera de Castilla, Skamps of the River Dragons, Corporal Stavis Vladimir Rakhov]]
===Rapier Combat===


===Archery===
We are proud to support [[Mara inghean Eoghain]] on the rapier field and also see our commander don the mask occasionally as well.  
A number of members of the Iron Ring enjoy target archery.  This activity has no particular rank or station associated with it, and is not being performed more than recreationally by some members who own or have access to bows. We hope to soon set up a more regulated archery and crossbow portion of the unit which will practice together for the purposes of recreation and heavy fighting.


==Camping== [[Image:minipavi.JPG|frame|left]]
===Combat Archery===


The Iron Ring makes camp at a number of events every year.  Some of the features of the camp are a growing number of period pavilions, historically-inspired seating and camp elements and a double-door camp entrance lovingly known as the Gate.
The Iron Ring possesses several crossbows and bows and may, at any time, decide to bring the pain to a war near you.


===Events Attended===
===Target Archery===
Please see [[Iron Ring chronicle of events]].
A number of members of the Iron Ring enjoy target archery.  This activity has no particular rank or station associated with it, and is not being performed more than recreationally by some members who own or have access to bows.


===Schedule of Events for 2009===
==Camping==  


[http://www.adiantum.antir.sca.org/12thNight/index.html Twelfth Night] January 9th-11th
The Iron Ring makes camp at a number of events every year. Some of the features of the camp are a growing number of period pavilions, historically-inspired seating and camp elements.


[http://www.currentmiddleages.org/dragonsmist/carnevale/index.html Carnevale di Venezia*] April 25th
Our 25 foot, blue common area, affectionately called "Big blue" has died and is being replaced. RIP Big Blue.


[http://faireinthegrove.com/ Faire in the Grove] May TBA
===Schedule of Events for 2015===
[[Image:Big Blue.JPG|frame|left|]]


[http://www.thepirategathering.org The Gathering X] May 23rd-26th
* May Crown
 
* The Grand Thing
[http://www.dragonsmist.org/events/dmdt2007/ Dragon's Mist Defender's Tourney*] June TBA
* Honey War
 
* July Coronation
[http://www.antir.sca.org/Upcoming/?Event_ID=1785 An Tir -West War] July 3rd-6th --Stay tuned for information on our charter bus.
* Autumn War
 
* September Crown
[http://www.seadognights.com SeaDog Nights*] July 24th-28th
* Yule (3M, Stromgard, DM combined)
 
* 12th Night
[http://www.antir.sca.org/Upcoming/?Event_ID=2023 July Coronation] July 17th-19th
 
[[Autumn War]] August 13th-17th
 
[[Sport of Kings]]* August 20th-23rd
 
[http://www.antir.sca.org/Upcoming/?Event_ID=1833 Acorn War] September TBA
 
[[Beaverton Farmer's Market Demo]] September TBA
 
Note: * indicates that expected Iron Ring presence is low- camp size may be 10 or less individuals.


==Contact Information==
==Contact Information==
Think you are interested in joining us?  
Think you are interested in joining us? Visit us at our [https://www.facebook.com/TheIronRing Facebook page].
 
 
 
Visit us at [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/IronRingPublic The Iron Ring Public Yahoo! Group]
 
 
 
 
or send an email to our Chatelaine:
 
[[Stavis Vladimir Rakhov]]- nihilistic_weasel [at] yahoo.com

Latest revision as of 10:54, 12 January 2024

The Iron Ring at An Tir West War 2008.

The Iron Ring is a household which re-creates the look and feel of a fighting unit with members that existed between 450 and 1600. The Iron ring was founded in 2004, as the brainchild of Lord Heinrich von Arenburg. Command was passed to Nicolai Rabenis Von Tachov in fall 2007.

Members of the Iron Ring live primarily in the Portland metro area, in the Barony of Dragon's Mist but span from Salem, Or. to Winlock, Wa.

Mission Statement

The Iron Ring Device- Per pale vert and sable, a spiked wheel of twelve spokes Or.

As a group dedicated to re-enacting a war unit, the Iron Ring encourages study of armed and armored combat by its members, and seeks to participate in activities including but not limited to SCA armored combat, target archery and rapier combat.

Members of the Iron Ring are highly encouraged to foster an attitude of cooperation between each other and also members of the re-enactment community at large, we emphasize service to our community and encourage our members to volunteer on all levels. We shall lead by positive example and follow the positive example of others.

Awards and Accolades

The Iron Ring was honored by Queen Adwen Wrenn at An Tir/West War XLV/2010 with a Forget-Me-Not. She praised the unit for crafting unit mantles instead of unit tabards, so that it could wear the An Tir tabards and still have unit cohesion.

We also recieved the honor of Sable Pillar in 2013 from Their Excellencies Dragons Mist, Svava and Refr for services as a household to the Barony of Dragon's Mist.

Here is the full list of awards received by the household
Forget-me-not (An Tir)
By: Adwen Wrenn Jul 3, 2010 (AS XLV)
Sable Pillar (Dragon's Mist)
By: Refr orðlokarr Fiachson, Svava in litla Sep 28, 2013 (AS XLVIII)
Forget-me-not (An Tir)
By: Mary Grace of Gatland Jan 9, 2016 (AS L)
Armigerous Group (An Tir)
By: Christian Bane, Hélène d'Anjou

We are also exceptionally proud of the number of our members who have worked hard to earn their Award of Arms, Goutte de Sanges and Jambe de Lions and now Peerages.


Commander: Sir Nicolai Rabenis Von Tachov Knight - 2017
Sir Talieson de Lyon Knight 2017
Dame Lissette de la Rose Pelican 2018
Maestra Iuliana de la Sara Pelican 2022

Rules and Regulations

The Iron Ring is governed by a charter encompassing its rules and regulations, as ratified by the members of the Iron Ring in 2007. In general, all decisions are made by the officers of the Iron Ring (for matters such as use of funds and member disputes) or by a 3/4 majority of the members of the Iron Ring.

Recruiting

We are happily scripting new recruits at this time, please contact Lord Hal Blackstone if interested.

Command Structure

Officers

Commander Sir Nicolai Rabenis Von Tachov

Steward of House Her Ladyship Senora Iuliana de la Sara

Field Captain Lord Stavis Vladimir Kraskov

Aide de Camp Lord Vélinn Rulavson

frame

Treasurer, Chatelaine Signora Helena Zancani

Secretary Dame Lissette de la Rose

Members

His Lordship Tristan MacGregor

Lady Nynadin Kraskov

Lord Hal Blackstone

Lady Alochka Kievi

Lady Mara inghean Eoghain

Ivo Quigley

Avalina Attwater

Davide Di Francesco Dominici

Flora

Wulfgar Egghead

Pledges

Catriona Dujous

Everard Pegrin


Scouts

Breanne (daughter of Nicolai and Lissette)

Ringlets

Nicholas (son of Flora and Wulfgar)

Rosa (daughter of José and Ana)

Kegan (son of Flora and Wulfgar)

Xandrian (Xen) (daughter of Stavis and Nynadin)

Rowan (son of Jose and Ana)

Guinevere (Ivy) (daughter of Stavis and Nynadin)

In Memoriam

Esclave de Winter, Unit Champion

Iron Ring Past and Dormant Members

Arts and Sciences

Esclave de Winter

Fashion

The Iron Ring has maintained an interest in the fashion of the 16th century, often appearing in groups with fine court garb. Our tailors Iuliana de la Sara, Lissette de la Rose and Helena Zancani continue to advance their skill and try new and different projects.

Woodworking

In the past, the Iron Ring has used hand-crafted wooden benches. The current plans involve producing several wood tables and new wood chairs to improve the look and feel of our camp.

Martial Pursuits

The Iron Ring promotes activity in martial prowess, in support of its mission to present the look and feel of a historical mercenary unit.

Heavy Fighting

Members of the Iron Ring participate in SCA heavy combat. The Captain of our heavy war unit is Stavis Vladimir Kraskov. His agenda is to get as many Iron Ring members into armor as possible, and to practice regularly and with a variety of opponents. The Iron Ring currently practices at the Dragon's Mist Fight Practice and the Three Mountains Fight Practice, and works with other war groups to schedule and attend war practices as time permits.

Rapier Combat

We are proud to support Mara inghean Eoghain on the rapier field and also see our commander don the mask occasionally as well.

Combat Archery

The Iron Ring possesses several crossbows and bows and may, at any time, decide to bring the pain to a war near you.

Target Archery

A number of members of the Iron Ring enjoy target archery. This activity has no particular rank or station associated with it, and is not being performed more than recreationally by some members who own or have access to bows.

Camping

The Iron Ring makes camp at a number of events every year. Some of the features of the camp are a growing number of period pavilions, historically-inspired seating and camp elements.

Our 25 foot, blue common area, affectionately called "Big blue" has died and is being replaced. RIP Big Blue.

Schedule of Events for 2015

  • May Crown
  • The Grand Thing
  • Honey War
  • July Coronation
  • Autumn War
  • September Crown
  • Yule (3M, Stromgard, DM combined)
  • 12th Night

Contact Information

Think you are interested in joining us? Visit us at our Facebook page.

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