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  • Equestrian Championship Announcement

    Greetings, An Tir Equestrians, From Their Royal Majesties Ulfgar and Juahara, Duchess Miranda Kingdom Equestrian Champion, and Viscountess Alina Kingdom Equestrian Marshal.


    We hope this missive finds you all well and enjoying the nicer weather with your equine companions. As May Crown approaches, we are disappointed to announce we will NOT be holding the Kingdom Equestrian Championship there. Unfortunately, we did not have the hoped for equestrian turnout for this event. We will still have equestrian activities on Saturday for the populace to enjoy. We are still interested in doing all we can to increase participation in the championship and need your input. Finding the reasons for low participation is the first step in addressing the issue. Please complete the short attached Google Form to share your ideas by May 8th. After gathering your thoughts, we will craft a decision for the remainder of this year.

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaH-GRLq0AsMJIeGOekyOTsuICceUUjWN5DLA7G9vB5yL9wg/viewform


    Thank you for your input.
    For An Tir,
    King Ulfgar
    Queen Juahara
    Duchess Miranda
    Viscountess Alina

  • Kingdom Earl Marshal Position Opening

    Interested parties should submit their SCA resume and a letter of intent by July 1, 2026 to the Kingdom Earl Marshal, Their Royal Majesties, and the Kingdom Seneschal.   This position will start at July Coronation 2026 and last for two years. 

    The role of the Earl Marshal is an administrative and advising position currently overseeing all martial activities within the Kingdom of An Tir, plus the work of lists and authorization data entry volunteers.  The Earl Marshal works with those subject matter experts to ensure a consistent approach to safe and enjoyable martial arts participation by approximately 1000 residents of our Kingdom.  General responsibilities for the Earl Marshal as a Greater Officer of State, are explained in Kingdom Law, Article III.C, (items 1-4).  The specific duties are in item (5c) stated below, and the direct deputies of the Earl Marshal are in item (5d).    

    An Tir’s martial manuals state that if you are warranted as the Earl Marshal:      

    1. “You must be an authorized senior marshal in one or more combat disciplines for a minimum of three years, and agree to serve as Earl Marshal.  (The Crown may waive the time limit.)   
    1. Per Article III.C  (item 5c) of Kingdom Law the KEM’s duties include:   
    • Representing the Crown in the Crown’s absence in order to supervise fighting on a field of honor.    
    • Interpreting and maintaining the martial standards and regulations of the Kingdom.    
    • Facilitating the education of the populace with the aim of encouraging authentic, safe, fair, and chivalric combat activities to the greatest extent possible.  
    1. It is strongly recommended that the KEM not simultaneously hold any of the other Kingdom marshal officer roles, including that of Kingdom Armored Marshal.  This will allow the KEM to devote more equitable attention to all of An Tir’s martial activities.  
    1. You must complete quarterly reports to An Tir’s Monarchs, the Royal Heirs (if applicable), the Kingdom Seneschal, and the Society Earl Marshal, regarding the state of fighting in An Tir.  See item (B) for when this report is due.   
    1. If disciplinary action that extends beyond the bounds of a single event is taken against a fighter in your Kingdom (e.g., authorizations suspended or revoked or a Court of Chivalry), you must make a brief account to the Society Earl Marshal of what was done, to whom, and why.  (If more information is needed, for example because of an appeal of the action, the Society Earl Marshal will let you know.)  
    1. Either individual warrants must be provided for each member of the marshallate in your kingdom, or a roster must be maintained as explained by the Kingdom Seneschal.  This task may be delegated to the Kingdom Martial Authorization Officer.  
    1. Answer correspondence from the marshals of An Tir. 

  • Baronial Polling Deputy Position Announcement

    The office of the Kingdom Seneschal is now accepting applications for the deputy position of Kingdom Pollings Deputy.

    The Kingdom Pollings deputy supports the Kingdom Seneschal by providing guidance and support to Baronial Seneschals and Coronets during the Baronial polling process.

    Applications and resumes will be accepted until May 15, 2026 and the office will transition in August 2026, after a training period.

    Please send your application to seneschal@antir.org and pollings@antir.org

    If you have any questions regarding this position please reach out to the Kingdom Pollings Deputy at pollings@antir.org

     ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

    • Communicate with the branch representative(s) for details and in the creation of a polling timeline.
    • Use EXCEL to keep track of all polling data – Basic understanding of how to use EXCEL (specific steps are provided in written format)  will be helpful.
    • Once all letters of intent and resumes are received, send the package to The Crown for final approval on the acceptability of candidates. 
    • Create the polling announcement for the Crier. 
    • Set up an online polling form using the template provided and post for the Kingdom announcements.
    • Share the polling details (link) with the Branch for registration. 
    • After the registration period closes, verify memberships of registered branch members. This may include reaching out to inquire on updated memberships, or request assistance to verify with branch representative. 
    • Communicate the results of the poll directly to the Crown and Kingdom Seneschal.
    • Create a report for the Kingdom CURIA meetings. 

  • Deputy Position Open for applications – Kingdom Events Deputy

    The office of the Kingdom Seneschal is now accepting applications for the deputy position of Kingdom Events Deputy.

    The Kingdom Events deputy supports the Kingdom Seneschal by providing guidance and support to Event Stewards of Crown and Kingdom events and maintaining the Kingdom Event Policy and bid processes.

    Duties include: 

    • Assist the Kingdom Financial committee with coordination of event bids 
    • Ensure all bids are compiled and all necessary information is gathered in one place so that the Financial committee can make an informed decision. 
    • Ensure that a group can accommodate any special requests from the Crown. 
    • Write and maintain a guide on how to run a kingdom level event (or any event) 
    • Assist any group in submitting a bid or hosting an event in general 
    • Help develop a strong relationship with site owners 
    • Improve communication, specifically what bids are coming up and when they are due. 
    • Encourage intra-kingdom relationships between groups 
    • Create and maintain a Kingdom Event guide.  

    Applications and resumes will be accepted until February 15, 2026 and the office will transition after a training period.

    Please send your application to seneschal@antir.org and events@antir.org

    If you have any questions regarding this position please reach out to the Kingdom Events Deputy at events@antir.org

  • From the Kingdom Seneschal’s desk – Curia and Financial Meeting

    Financial and Curia Meeting will be held on January 14th, 2026 at 6:00PM

    Financial Meeting will start at 6:00PM and Curia will follow

    Kingdom of An Tir is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

    Topic: An Tir Financial and Curia
    Time: Jan 14, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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  • From the Kingdom Seneschal’s desk – Curia and Financial Meeting

    Financial and Curia Meeting will be held on January 14th, 2026 at 6:00PM

    If you have any questions or agenda items, please email the Kingdom Seneschal at Seneschal@antir.org

    Financial Meeting will start at 6:00PM and Curia will follow

    Financial Agenda
    1. Words from Their Majesties

    2. Words from the Kingdom Seneschal

    3. Exchequer Report

    4. Expense Requests

    5. New event bids

    Curia Agenda
    1. Words from Their Majesties

    2. Words from the Kingdom Seneschal

    3. Officer Reports

    a. Principality Seneschals

    b. Greater Officers/Deputies

    4. Kingdom Events

    a. Reports on Upcoming Events

    b. Open Events

    5. Closing Words

  • From the An Tir West War Financial Committee – ATWW 2026 Event Stewards

    We are excited to announce the Event Stewards for An Tir West War 2026 are to be Cempestrae i Holtasjon from the West Kingdom and Astrid av det Fjord Landsap from the Kingdom of An Tir! Thank you both for stepping up to make An Tir West War 2026 a great event!

    In an effort to strengthen the support structure for An Tir West War, a Mentor role is being introduced this year to guide and support new event teams. The mentor will provide advice on planning, problem solving and other An Tir West War specific details to help ensure continuity and quality from year to year. 

    The event team may be looking for Department Heads, deputies and other volunteers for ATWW 2026. We would love to see a mix of experienced and new leaders from the West and An Tir working together to make this War amazing! A quick overview of some roles can be found at https://antirwestwar.org/staff/

    Please contact the event stewards at EventStewards@antirwestwar.org if you are interested in volunteering.

    -The An Tir West War Financial Committee

  • Kingdom Thrown Weapons Deputy Position Now Open for Applications

    The office of the Thrown Weapons deputy is now accepting applications for the position. 

     The Thrown Weapons deputy is the officer responsible for encouraging the development of period thrown weapons activities by creating and enforcing rules for equipment, authorizations and the safe and chivalric conduct of participants and marshals, within the parameters set by the Society Earl Marshal’s office. This is a deputy position that reports to the Kingdom Earl Marshal.

    The successful candidate will be working with the outgoing officer in preparation for taking the position and training will be provided.

    Applications and resumes will be accepted until January 13th, 2026

    Please send your application and resume to thrownweapons.deputy@antir.org, earlmarshal@antir.org, seneschal@antir.org, crown@antir.org and heirs@antir.org

  • Kingdom Armored Combat Marshal Deputy Position Now Open for Applications

    The office of the Kingdom Armored Combat Marshal Deputy is now open and accepting applications.

    The Armored Combat Marshal shall encourage the development of armored weapons combat (including missile and siege weapons) in An Tir, by creating and enforcing rules for armor and equipment, and the authorization and safe & chivalric conduct participants and marshals, within the parameters set by the Society Earl Marshal’s office. This deputy role reports to the Kingdom Earl Marshal

    As this position is currently vacant applications and resumes will be accepted until December 5th, 2025 and the successful candidate will assume the role immediately.

    If you have questions about the position, please email the Kingdom Earl Marshal.

    Please send your application and resume to earlmarshal@antir.org, seneschal@antir.org, crown@antir.org and heirs@antir.org  

  • AN TIR WEST WAR 2026 EVENT STEWARDS NEEDED!

    The An Tir West War Financial Committee is looking for those interested in being Event Stewards for An Tir West War (ATWW) 2026 held June 30-July 5, 2026.

    We are in need of a team of 2 Co-Stewards, 1 from the West and 1 from An Tir, that can work together to navigate each Kingdom’s cultures, needs and expectations while planning the War jointly. Part of what makes ATWW great is the collaboration between our two Kingdoms!

    If you are interested in being the event steward team then please submit your SCA resumes to antirwestwarfinancial@antirwestwar.org, seneschal@antir.org and seneschal@westkingdom.org by October 15th, 2025.

    This resume does not need to be comprehensive, simply an overview of past events or activities you have helped run/organize in some way and any relevant modern-day experience you would like to include. Please note that war stewarding experience is not required as we have the previous year’s stewards available to help support and guide any new war stewards.

    We are also looking for Department Heads, deputies and other volunteers for ATWW 2026. We would love to see a mix of experienced and new leaders from the West and An Tir working together to make this War amazing! A quick overview of some roles can be found at https://antirwestwar.org/staff/.

    Once the event stewards are selected, they will be announced and then you can also volunteer by emailing [EventStewards@antirwestwar.org](mailto:EventStewards@antirwestwar.org).

    The event team will be announced by November 20, 2025.

    -The An Tir West War Financial Committee