Rafe Neuton

Arms
Per chevron sable and argent, a demi-sun issuant from base azure. Date added to Roll: August, 2002 Date Registered to Laurel: May, 2002
Rafe Neuton in the An Tir Roll of Arms.
Full Name and Title: Lord Rafe Neuton Allegiance: Terra Pomaria Years of SCA Service: A.S. XXXVI (2001) to currently active Highest Title: Jambe de Leon Rank: Rafe Neuton in the Order of Precedence.
Badges
(Fieldless) A rose Or en soleil azure.

Rafe and Adele at 12th Night 2006.

SCA History

Rafe's first SCA Experience was a small grade school demo in about 1991. His first Camping Event was An Tir-West War 2001, after which he jumped into the society feet first. Moved from The Barony of Terra Pomaria to Porte de l'Eau, a Canton of the Barony of Madrone, in July 2008. Moved back to The Barony of Terra Pomaria, in 2018

• Was a Protege of Mistress Astrid of Flanders Until her passing in 2025
• Was also an Arcuarius of Baron Gawin of Kevelioc until his passing in 2023

Protege ceremony March 15, 2003.

Past Offices

• Constable Dec 2001 to Jan 19, 2004 Terra Pomaria
• Web Minister Dec 2003 to Nov 2005 Terra Pomaria
• Web Minister Feb 2006 to Mar 2008 Summits
• Archery Marshal Feb 2007 to Apr 2008 Terra Pomaria
• Web Minister Sep 15, 2018 to Dec 18, 2021 Summits

Championships

• A&S Terra Pomaria 2002
• A&S Terra Pomaria 2003
• Archery Terra Pomaria 2019
• Thrown Weapons Terra Pomaria 2019

Persona

In the bustling Tudor port of Southampton, Rafe Neuton rose as a prominent wine merchant in the vibrant trade of the mid-1500s. As a member of London's esteemed Worshipful Company of Vintners, he skillfully navigated the prosperous yet challenging wine industry, importing popular claret from Bordeaux, sweet wines from the Canary Islands, and sherry from Spain.

From his well-stocked warehouse by the quayside to his comfortable half-timbered home on French Street, Rafe enjoyed a lifestyle marked by prosperity and stability. His home life reflected his successful trade: warm, inviting, and refined. Together with his wife Adele, he raised five children—Elizabeth, Adam, Celina, Kira, and Lillian—in a household rich with oak furniture, embroidered linens, and imported glassware.

Rafe’s influence extended beyond family and business; he actively participated in Southampton's merchant guild, occasionally serving as an alderman, managing civic affairs and upholding trade standards. His tavern, affectionately known as “Neuton’s Hall” doubled as a meeting place where local merchants exchanged news, finalized deals, and enjoyed quality wines.

Through political shifts and changing trade regulations, Rafe’s adaptability ensured his continued success. When Queen Elizabeth I granted Southampton special privileges in importing sweet wines, he quickly capitalized, securing valuable contracts and enriching his family's prosperity.

Rafe Neuton’s story reflects the strength, adaptability, and quiet ambition of England’s merchant class. His legacy would endure through his childern, keeping the family firmly woven into the fabric of Southampton’s flourishing merchant community.

Interests

• Brewing
• Gardening
• Metal Casting
• Costuming
• Archery
• Heavy Combat
• Metalworking
• Cooking
• Woodworking

SCA Resume

• Master Resume Work in progress Google Doc
• Summary Resume Google Doc