Category: In the News

Congratulations Baron Edward Brackenburye!

Baron Edward Brackenburye at Masque of Courtly Love, 2024.

Congratulations to the newest vigilant for the Order of the Laurel recognized by the Crown of the Middle Kingdom at Masque of Courtly Love, Baron Edward Brackenburye!

Congratulations Forester Muldonny, Rapier Champion!

On Wednesday, November 30th, the Cleftlands lists were opened up to all rapier combatants to test their mettle in the annual tournament. Numerous inspired combatants stepped forth and took to the lists. When the flurry of steel and sweat slowed and the last blows were counted, one rapier combatant emerged victorious. Congratulations to Forester Muldonny …

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Congratulations Prince Ullr and Princess AnneLyse!

On Saturday, July 17th in the Barony of Flaming Gryphon their Royal Majesties King Felix and Queen Madeleina, after a fifteen month hiatus, hosted the 102nd Crown Tournament at the Middle Kingdom. Once the skies cleared and the blows were counted, the Midrealm rejoiced in the knowledge that the heirs to the throne had been …

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Congratulations King Felix and Queen Madeleina!

On Saturday, May 2nd in the mysterious lands, their Royal Majesties King Felix and Queen Madeleina were crowned during a successful transition of power. Congratulations and yasha! We wish their Excellencies Count Seto and Countess Ynes well in their retirement.

Introducing Internebbles: Cleftlands Quarantine Newsletter

Hope that everyone is doing well and taking care of themselves! With events cancelled until at least May, we want to touch base with everyone in the Barony to share information and ideas – and just to stay connected! With that in mind, the first issue of the Cleftlands newsletter is out and ready for …

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Congratulations Vici and Vito!

Congratulations to the newest vigilants for the Order of the Pelican recognized by the Crown of the Middle Kingdom at Regular Event, Captain Victorius ‘Vici’ Suspectus and Captain Vitus ‘Vito’ Aurelius! Masters Vici and Vito were elevated in the Ethereal Realm on April 30, 2020.

Congratulations Lord Brendan O Corraidhe!

Congratulations to the newest vigilant for the Order of the Laurel recognized by the Crown of the Middle Kingdom at Regular Event, his Lordship Brendan O Corraidhe! Vigilant Brendan will be elevated at Northern Oaken War Maneuvers in Wellington, OH on June 13, 2020. Master Brendan was elevated in the Ethereal Realm on April 30, …

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Medieval (Movie) Night

On February 26, the Barony of the Cleftlands gathered together to have a relaxing medieval (movie) night in the calm before the storm of Regular Event. Members gathered together for a viewing of The Princess Bride on the big screen, dressed in either comfortable garb or portraying their most beloved characters from the film. In …

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Cleftlands Yule

On December 18, 2019, the Barony of the Cleftlands celebrated the end of the month, nay the end of the year, with a solstice themed revel highlighting the eternal ebb and flow of dark and light. Many of our members dressed the theme or dressed the season to celebrate. The snack table was laden with …

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Congratulations Captain Sirius of Cleftlands!

Congratulations to the newest vigilant for the Order of Chivalry recognized by the Crown of the Middle Kingdom at Christmas Tourney, Captain Sirius of Cleftlands! Sirius will sit his vigil and be elevated to the Order of Chivalry at Regular Event in the Cleftlands on February 28, 2020 in Parma, OH. For general event details, …

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Congratulations Sir Silverthorn, Rapier Champion!

On Wednesday, November 20th, the Cleftlands lists were opened up to all rapier combatants to test their mettle in the annual tournament. Numerous inspired combatants stepped forth and took to the lists. When the flurry of steel, sweat, and distribution of carnations slowed and the last blows were counted, one rapier combatant emerged victorious. Congratulations …

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Medieval Monster Mash

On October 30, the Barony of the Cleftlands gathered together to celebrate Halloween with our own Medieval Monster Mash! The traditional costume contest was inspired by the recent exhibit Medieval Monsters at the Cleveland Museum of Art. Entrants were encouraged to look into the pages and lore in history! The Cooks Guild held their own …

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Congratulations Prince Felix and Princess Madeleina!

On Saturday, October 19th in the Barony of Flaming Gryphon their Royal Majesties Seto-Heika and Reina Ynes hosted the 101st Crown Tournament at the Middle Kingdom. Once the dust settled and the blows were counted, the Midrealm crowned the heirs to the Kingdom, Prince Felix the Just of Rams’ey and Princess Madeleina de LaMans. Congratulations …

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Congratulations Seto-Heika and Reina Ynes!

On Saturday, September 28th in the lands of the Barony of Illiton, their Royal Majesties Seto-Heika and Reina Ynes were crowned during a successful transition of power. Let us Rejoice! Yorokobimashou! We wish their graces Duke Edmund and Duchess Kateryn well in their retirement.

Congratulations Master Sorcha!

Congratulation to the newest Cleftlands pelican, Master Sorcha Fraser, recognized by the Crown of the Middle Kingdom at the Pferdestadt Rapier Classic!

A Not-So-Medieval Potluck

On June 26, the Barony of the Cleftlands gathered together to celebrate A Not-So-Medieval Potluck! Our many members arrived with their favorite potluck fare in hand and relaxed while His Excellency Crispin tended the hearth fires.  Thank you to all those who contributed and attended!

Congratulations Prince Seto and Princess Ynes!

On Sunday, May 26th in the far away lands of the Barony of Sternfeld, their Royal Majesties King Edmund and Queen Kateryn hosted their Crown Tournament at the Middle Kingdom Golden Jubilee celebrations. Once the dust settled and the blows were counted, the Midrealm crowned the 100th heirs to the Kingdom, Prince Seto Gesshuko and Princess …

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Congratulations Barons Crispin and Stephan!

On Wednesday, May 15th the Barony of the Cleftlands hosted Captain Sirius’ Two-Headed Troll Tournament. The well attended tourney had several teams. When the dust finally settled and the blows were counted, Baron Crispin al-Rumi and Baron Stephan Von Lübeck were victorious. Huzzah!

Congratulations King Edmund and Queen Kateryn!

On Saturday, May 4th in the far away lands of the Barony of Shadowed Stars, their Royal Majesties King Edmund and Queen Kateryn were crowned during a successful transition of power. We wish Count A’kos and Countess Bella well in their retirement. Photographs by: The Honorable Lady Brangwayn Snowden.

Congratulations Duke Valharic!

On Wednesday, April 24th, the Cleftlands lists were opened up to all armored combatants to test their mettle in the annual tournament. The theme of combat for the tournament was a random weapon style, including a rather humorous two-shield survival challenge. Numerous inspired combatants stepped forth and took to the lists. When the flurry of …

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