Dragon's Laire

Per pale gules and sable, a two-headed dragon displayed Or, grasping in dexter forepaw a laurel wreath vert and in sinister forepaw a moneybag gules.

The Barony of Dragon's Laire (Kitsap and N. Mason Counties, WA) is located in the central region of An Tir. It has the honor of being the first branch created in the Kingdom of An Tir at the first Kingdom 12th Night AS XVI. At June Fair AS XXX the Shire was advanced to Barony.

At Twelfth Night Coronation XLI/2007 Dragon's Laire, as an entity, was awarded a "Goutte de Sang" for service to the Crown of An Tir. This is believed to be the first time a grant-level award was given to a group.

Dragon's Laire hosts several events each year, the largest and most notable is June Fair [1], an annual demo and event that draws more than several thousand modern visitors from the Pacific northwest and more than a thousand SCA participants from across An Tir and the Known World.

• Dragon's Laire website

Coronets

• Conchobar and Eilidh, Sixth Baron and Baroness - Aug 30, 2014 (AS XLIX) through current.
• Arontius and Laurellen, Fifth Baron and Baroness - Nov 13, 2010 (AS XLV) through Aug 30, 2014 (AS XLIX)
• Cedric and Brighid, Fourth Baron and Baroness - Jan 14, 2006 (AS XL) through Nov 13, 2010 (AS XLV)
• Hrollaug and Murakami, Third Baron and Baroness - Sep 2, 2000 (AS XXXV) through Jan 14, 2006 (AS XL)
• Laurellen, Viceroy for the Crown - May 17, 2000 (AS XXXV) through Sep 2, 2000 (AS XXXV)
• Jacques and Siobhan, Second Baron and Baroness - Jul 17, 1999 (AS XXXIV) through May 17, 2000 (AS XXXV)
• Artimis and Laurellen, Viceroys for the Crown - Mar 10, 1998 (AS XXXII) through Jul 17, 1999 (AS XXXIV)
• Maria, First Baroness - Sep 30, 1996 (AS XXXI) through Mar 10, 1998 (AS XXXII)
• James and Maria, Founding Baron and Baroness - Jun 3, 1995 (AS XXX) through Sep 30, 1996 (AS XXXI)

Baronial Awards and Recognitions

• Arts & Sciences
  • Flaming Newt: The Flaming Newt is awarded to young people in the Barony for Arts & Sciences endeavors.
  • Bumblebee: The Bumblebee is awarded to individuals with notable achievements in the Arts & Sciences. It may be awarded more than once.
  • Nautilus: The Nautilus is the second level Baronial A&S award. A person may receive only one, which recognizes a deeper level of knowledge or excellence in the field than is recognized by the Bumblebee.
  • Mano Minos: The Mano Minos is granted in recognition for great service given to the Arts & Sciences of the Barony.
  • Scholar of Dragon's Laire: Scholar of Dragon's Laire is the title bestowed upon those who have successfully competed in the research division of the Dragon's Laire Arts & Sciences Championship. Research papers are submitted for judging and those that meet the designated scholastic standard are then presented during the Championships. Every competitor that meets the standard and present their paper is awarded the title of Scholar, thus building a scholastic community pledged to promoting scholarly research and writing within the Barony and the Kingdom.
  • The Light of Creativity and Scholarship: This recognition is given by the Order of the Dragon's Pearl to those who participated in the Baronial Arts & Sciences and Bardic Championship competitions and were deemed worthy of recognition for their efforts but who were not selected as Champions.
  • Membership in the Order of the Dragon's Pearl: Formerly known as the Order of the Albion Light, this Order was formed to recognize outstanding achievement in the Arts and Sciences in the Barony. Members of the Order are proficient in several disciplines and are committed to sharing their skills and knowledge.

• Martial
  • Defender of Dragon's Laire: Given tot hose in recognition of their promise and dedication in the Martial Arts: Archery, Heavy, Equestrian, Rapier, Siege, and Thrown Weapons.
  • Order of the Dragon's Flame: The Dragon's Flame is awarded to Baronial Martial Champions as they step down from Office.
  • Warlord: The title of Warlord is given to the individual heavy fighter or archer who will be tasked with leading and commanding the Barony's forces during times of War.
  • Dragon's Company: The Dragon's Company is awarded in recognition of a service given to the Marshalate.
  • Honored Marshall: The Honored Marshall is given to those individuals that have greatly impacted the Marshalate with their deeds and service. Most often awarded at June Faire and is recommended by the Marshals at the event.

• Service
  • Dragon's Claw: The Dragon's Claw, formerly known as the Silver Claw, is awarded to young people in the Barony for contributions of merit
  • Snapdragon: The Snapdragon is awarded to individuals of merit who have provided notable service to the Barony. It may be awarded more than once.
  • Dragon's Lily: The Dragon's Lily recognizes extended service over a period of time and is awarded to an individual only once.
  • Dragon's Heart: The Dragon's Heart is awarded to individuals of highest merit who have provided long term service to the Barony.
  • Dragon's Keep: The Dragon's Keep is given by the Barony in recognition of service by a household.
  • Drake's Shepherd: The Drake's Shepherd is awarded to those individuals of merit who have provided notable and honorable service to youth activities and enhanced family involvement.
  • Membership in the Order of the Wyvern: This Order predates the creation of the Barony and was formed to recognize service to the Barony above and beyond the call of duty.

• Other awards and recognitions
  • Argent Pavilion: The Argent Pavilion is given for serious works toward making an encampment as period or peri-oid as possible. The ambiance can sometimes be as important as how 'period' the equipment is.
  • Baron's/Baroness'/Baron and Baroness'/Coronet's Favor: These favors are given out in recognition of various endeavors on behalf of the Baron, Baroness, or Coronets.
  • Dragon's Mantle: Given by the Barony to those who achieve great works in persona development
  • Membership in the Most Noble and August Order of the Golden Hyphen: Known as the Hyphen Collective, these individuals demonstrate superior organizational abilities. The Order was created at June Faire in AS XXX, minutes after the shire was elevated to a Barony.
    • A Sub-order, Hyphens in Training, exists to recognize individuals who have displayed a suitable attitude but have not met all of the requirements for membership in the greater Order.
  • Sergeants: Sergeant titles are awarded in recognition of the completion of the Baronial Sergeantry Trials and include Courtiers, Gallants, Lancers, Sergeants, and Yeomen.

• Retired awards
  • The O Kopros: This award was given for Massive verbal misstatement.

Baronial Guilds

• Culinary and Spirit-makers Guild
• Scribal Guild
• Textile Guild
• Costumers Guild

Annual Events

• Candlemas - The Championship for both Arts & Sciences and Bardic competitions and, traditionally a feast.
• June Fair - Our annual demo and SCA event.
• Last Chance Tourney - Championship tourneys for archery, heavy, rapier and thrown weapons. May also include equestrian activities.
• Yule - A chance for the Populace, friends, and Cousins to come together to socialize and feast! This event may includes A&S classes as well as small tourneys.

Other Events

• Dragon's Laire Sergeants Trials
• Dragon Fest (pre Harvest)
• Dragon's Laire Harvest Fest
• Dragon's Jubilee (became Yule)
• South Sound Unity Tourney
• War with Wastekeep
• Master Ed
• Dragon's Laire Baroness' Birthday
• All Fools
• Ermine Cross Bardic
• Dragon's Laire Regional Feast
• Huntsman Challenge