Raven's Cove Baronial Birthday
(2016-09-02 - 2016-09-04 - Site opens at 5:00 PM & Closes at 12:00 PM)
Raven's Cove

Return to Ancient Greece, when Gods and Titans ruled the world, worshipped by their faithful, yet pitifully human, followers. A day of rigorous and epic battles await you! Which side will you choose? The Gods or the Titans? Spectators will be able to place wagers on what side will triumph, placing bets on fighters on the field, both armored AND rapier. The individual that has acquired the most coins at the end of the day is the winner of the betting pool and will receive a prize. In order to get the most coins, you might want to make sure to place wagers on both fields. Also, wear your best Greek fashion to the event; silent judges will have their eyes peeled, attempting to find the best dressed man/woman of the day! The best dressed man and best dressed woman will each receive a prize for their godlike attire. Do YOU have what it takes to outshine the gods?

Website: www.ravenscovebirthday.com

Martial Activities: Armored fighting:
Scenario 1 (Gods vs Titans)
Melee teams divided by drawing tiles from a bag…One tile will have a Z and one tile will have a K….for Zeus and Kronos. These will be the leaders of the melee and each will be allowed to use the “Lightning Bolt” during combat (a Siege rock) against their enemies.

Scenario 2 (Tournament of Heroes)
Round Robin tourney of matched forms, with the form determined by the fighter with the least amount of authorized forms. A barrier will be available for use in the tourney.

Scenario 3 (Champions Guantlet)
Baronial Champion hopefuls will face all challengers in a Drachenwald style Pit (They hold the field win or lose until all challengers have passed)

Rapier fighting:
Scenario 1 (Gods vs Titans) (if no less than 10 fighters show)
Melee teams divided by drawing tiles from a bag…One tile will have a Z and one tile will have a K….for Zeus and Kronos. These will be the leaders of the melee and each will be allowed to use the “Lightning Bolt” during combat (a bolt made of a pool noodle) against their enemies.

Scenario 2 (Tournament of Heroes)
Progressive forms tourney, starting with single offensive weapon until first death, Dual offensive weapons until second death, and weapon and parrying device until third death.

Scenario 3 (Champions Guantlet)
Baronial Champion hopefuls will face all challengers in a Drachenwald style Pit (They hold the field win or lose until all challengers have passed)

Target Archery:
Target archery will also be available, Greek themed targets will be provided for your sport.

Arts & Sciences Activities:No documentation required for any submissions. Your project MUST be pertinent to Greek Mythology or something that would have existed in Ancient Greece. All forms are welcome, including food and alcohol projects, provided that there is a legible list of ingredients placed with your entry. Please be sure to fill out the appropriate forms upon placing of your entry in the hall, checking in with Ian the Ranger, Baronial Minister of Arts & Sciences, upon your setting up of your entry.

There will also be a competition for Baronial A&S Champion. Same guidelines as above must be adhered to in order to compete. Please notify Ian the Ranger if you wish to enter our Baronial Champion Competition, this competition is for members of the Cove ONLY.

Cost: 
        Adult, Member Discount:  $10.00 Day-Trip  $10.00 Feast $0.00 Camping
        Adult, Event Registration:       $15.00 Day-Trip  $10.00 Feast $0.00 Camping
        Youth (10-17):      $10.00 Day-Trip  $10.00 Feast $0.00 Camping
        Child (0-9):     $5.00 Day-Trip  $5.00 Feast $0.00 Camping

Make Checks Payable To: SCA, Inc., Barony of Raven\'s Cove

Site: Cypress Creek Community Center 403 Back Swamp Road Richlands, NC 28574 Site opens Friday 5pm, closes Sunday noon.

Site Restrictions: Fire pits only, take your own trash when you leave site, leashed pets allowed only.

Feast Information: Feast will consist of:
Byzantine sole with vegetable puree served with bread
Cheese board with figs, strawberries and nuts
Dolmades with cold lentil salad
Greek lemon chicken skewers with Greek salad
Baklava
Feastocrat: Keid Norklit (Caleab Nobbs), caleabn[AT]gmail.com
**There will ONLY be 60 feast spots available, so be sure to secure your spot by contacting our reservationist!**

Merchanting Information: All merchants welcome; no fee. Please contact Event Steward if you wish to sell your wares.

Event Steward\'s Information: Baroness Edan Lowery (Heather Rardin), 309 Rock Creek Drive South, Jacksonville, NC 28540. Phone: (910) 803-4626, E-mail: ravensbaroness[AT]gmail.com

Reservations: Baroness Olwen de Montgomery (Morag Polaski), 202 Chappell Creek Court Richlands, NC 28574, Phone: (910) 545-5825, E-mail: Morag.polaski[AT]gmail.com

Directions:

From Interstate 40: Keep right at the fork to stay on I-40E, following signs for Benson/Wilmington. Take Exit 373 for NC-24 E/NC-903/Kenansville toward Magnolia. Turn left onto NC-24 E/NC-903 N. Turn right onto D.S. Williamson Road. Turn right onto NC-50 S. Turn left onto NC-41/NC 50 S. Turn right onto NC-50 S. Continue straight onto Cypress Creek Road. Turn left onto Back Swamp Road.

From Interstate 95, South Carolina: Take Exit 20 for NC-211 toward NC-41/Lumberton/Red Springs. Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto NC-211 S/N Roberts Avenue. Turn left onto NC-41 N/E Elizabethtown Road. Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto NC-87 S. Turn left onto NC-41 N/NC-87 S. Turn left onto US-701 N/N Poplar Street. Slight right onto NC-41 N. Turn right onto Deep Bottom Road. Continue onto Lightwood Bridge Road. Continue onto Back Swamp Road.