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Heraldic Boast for Diego de Vargas

2026-10-27T02:12:54Z

BertrandeFresneau: Created page with "Boast for the elevation of Diego de Vargas to the order of Defense, written by Kallinikos Gavras (The poem is a Decima Espinela 10 lines 8 syllables each line Stress on the 7th syllable abba ac cddc) Summoned, there comes one before us, Bold hearted child of the Dragon, Soldier of the Middle Kingdom, Warder Diego de Vargas. Champion of Peace and of Justice, Tireless he stands to this labor - Dancing with musket and sabre, Skillful with p..."

Boast for the elevation of [[Diego de Vargas]] to the order of [[Defense]], written by [[Kallinikos Gavras]]

(The poem is a Decima Espinela
10 lines
8 syllables each line
Stress on the 7th syllable
abba ac cddc)

Summoned, there comes one before us,

Bold hearted child of the Dragon,

Soldier of the Middle Kingdom,

Warder Diego de Vargas.

Champion of Peace and of Justice,

Tireless he stands to this labor -

Dancing with musket and sabre,

Skillful with pike and with lanza,

Mast’ry he shows with bravura.

Teacher and mentor and maker.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Boasts

2026-10-27T02:06:30Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Elevations to the Order of Defense */

Boasts are introductions given by heralds in several different SCA contexts. Boasts may be given as royalty enter into court, as combatants present themselves before a tournament, or as a vigilant is called into court to be elevated for a peerage. Boasts can be given in the form of poetry (rhyming or not) or prose.

When boasting royalty into court, a herald is typically advised to ask if there are certain styles they want to use or to avoid ("...by Right of Arms," "....of Love and Beauty"). These may have been shared in their preferences at the beginning of their reign.

Those delivering boasts for elevations may consult with the vigilant regarding tone or important items to mention but keep the text a surprise, or may share the actual text ahead of time.

A boast should be of a length appropriate for the person being boasted and any procession accompanying them to make their entrance. It typically includes a list of their titles, accomplishments, and virtues. The tone can range from solemn to humorous, depending on what suits the subject best.

=Elevation Boasts=

==Elevations to the Chivalry==
[[Heraldic Boast for Njall Tjorkilsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sascha St. Martin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sigenandus Blitz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Ulrich Halfdan Ulfsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Kadas Kadakov]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Laurel==
[[Heraldic Boast for Eleanor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Honor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Roana Aldinoch]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Pelican==
[[Heraldic Boast for Gareth Ostwestly]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Epona Brodin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie MacKeith]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie O'Donnell]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Fergus MacPherson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Chandara Gamal]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Nasira al-Zarqa bint Ivaz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Altan of Flaming Gryphon]]

==Elevations to the Order of Defense==

[[Heraldic Boast for Adam der Strom]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Diego de Vargas]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Mark==

[[Heraldic Boast for Taliesin of Archenfield]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Aethelwulf of Dover]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Diccon De Reinport]]

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Altan of Flaming Gryphon

2026-10-24T16:29:08Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Altan of Flaming Gryphon]]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Pelican]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

ALTAN APPROACHES, HONORED SOVEREIGNS!

Loud must I sing his praises, for far too quiet is he!

Soft-spoken, strong of soul, steadfast—see!

Silent, still!

Scale-wyrm’s Heart, Sovereign’s servant

Shuttles, schleps, signs you in,

Steward, Spear-shepherd, silver-sentinel,

Florin-keeper, faithful Forester

Find him at Gate, at Range,

at hand Hours hence from home

helping wholeheartedly whoever had hope

of heroes like him

Quiet, though current quest concluded

Do him deserved honor, Midrealm

As we all know he never will

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Altan of Flaming Gryphon

2026-10-24T16:28:37Z

BertrandeFresneau: Created page with "Boast for Altan of Flaming Gryphon's elevation to the Order of the Pelican, written by Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig ALTAN APPROACHES, HONORED SOVEREIGNS! Loud must I sing his praises, for far too quiet is he! Soft-spoken, strong of soul, steadfast—see! Silent, still! Scale-wyrm’s Heart, Sovereign’s servant Shuttles, schleps, signs you in, Steward, Spear-shepherd, silver-sentinel, Florin-keeper, faithful Forester Find him at Gate, at Range, at..."

Boast for [[Altan of Flaming Gryphon]]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Pelican]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

ALTAN APPROACHES, HONORED SOVEREIGNS!

Loud must I sing his praises, for far too quiet is he!
Soft-spoken, strong of soul, steadfast—see!
Silent, still!

Scale-wyrm’s Heart, Sovereign’s servant
Shuttles, schleps, signs you in,
Steward, Spear-shepherd, silver-sentinel,
Florin-keeper, faithful Forester

Find him at Gate, at Range,
at hand Hours hence from home
helping wholeheartedly whoever had hope
of heroes like him

Quiet, though current quest concluded
Do him deserved honor, Midrealm
As we all know he never will

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Boasts

2026-10-24T16:26:49Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Elevations to the Order of the Pelican */

Boasts are introductions given by heralds in several different SCA contexts. Boasts may be given as royalty enter into court, as combatants present themselves before a tournament, or as a vigilant is called into court to be elevated for a peerage. Boasts can be given in the form of poetry (rhyming or not) or prose.

When boasting royalty into court, a herald is typically advised to ask if there are certain styles they want to use or to avoid ("...by Right of Arms," "....of Love and Beauty"). These may have been shared in their preferences at the beginning of their reign.

Those delivering boasts for elevations may consult with the vigilant regarding tone or important items to mention but keep the text a surprise, or may share the actual text ahead of time.

A boast should be of a length appropriate for the person being boasted and any procession accompanying them to make their entrance. It typically includes a list of their titles, accomplishments, and virtues. The tone can range from solemn to humorous, depending on what suits the subject best.

=Elevation Boasts=

==Elevations to the Chivalry==
[[Heraldic Boast for Njall Tjorkilsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sascha St. Martin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sigenandus Blitz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Ulrich Halfdan Ulfsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Kadas Kadakov]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Laurel==
[[Heraldic Boast for Eleanor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Honor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Roana Aldinoch]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Pelican==
[[Heraldic Boast for Gareth Ostwestly]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Epona Brodin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie MacKeith]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie O'Donnell]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Fergus MacPherson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Chandara Gamal]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Nasira al-Zarqa bint Ivaz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Altan of Flaming Gryphon]]

==Elevations to the Order of Defense==

[[Heraldic Boast for Adam der Strom]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Mark==

[[Heraldic Boast for Taliesin of Archenfield]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Aethelwulf of Dover]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Diccon De Reinport]]

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Nasira al-Zarqa bint Ivaz

2026-10-22T18:34:31Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Nasira bint Ivaz|Nasira al-Zarqa bint Ivaz]]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Pelican]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]].

(Based off 15thC Ottoman poetry, particularly the work of Mihri Hatun)

Ask not the tulip to bloom in spring, behold still its beauty

Ask not the Nar fruit to bear its seeds, count them a surety

The sun marks the day, split ‘tween black and bright, order shown plainly:

Nature acts but to its own nature, it needs not bid thusly

So too serves loyal Nasira, of selfsame virtue is she

As swan finds the water unprompted, she bore it ardently

Both Treasure and Heart of the Dragon, life’s work of aid with glee

With grace gives her time alike to Grace, Noble, Excellency—The latter herself, for long labors of Royal quality

Tears, sweat, and blood shed for Kingdom, marked thus with a gout sanguis

Yet boon past Midrealm borders is her aid to Society,

War-time dealer in devotion, spreading opportunity

To hearts and hands both young and eager, that others might not see

Then further still, to all like-natured, who’d serve any degree

Nasira al-Zarqa bint Ivaz comes now ‘fore Majesty

This swan soon re-wing’d with new feathers, as Peer in Piety

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Nasira al-Zarqa bint Ivaz

2026-10-22T14:32:04Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Nasira bint Ivaz|Nasira al-Zarqa bint Ivaz]]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Pelican]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]].

Heraldic Boast for Nasira al-Zarqa bint Ivaz

2026-10-22T14:31:07Z

BertrandeFresneau: Created page with "Boast for Nasira bint Ivaz's elevation to the Order of the Pelican, written by Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig."

Boast for [[Nasira bint Ivaz]]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Pelican]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]].

Boasts

2026-10-22T14:29:25Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Elevations to the Order of the Pelican */

Boasts are introductions given by heralds in several different SCA contexts. Boasts may be given as royalty enter into court, as combatants present themselves before a tournament, or as a vigilant is called into court to be elevated for a peerage. Boasts can be given in the form of poetry (rhyming or not) or prose.

When boasting royalty into court, a herald is typically advised to ask if there are certain styles they want to use or to avoid ("...by Right of Arms," "....of Love and Beauty"). These may have been shared in their preferences at the beginning of their reign.

Those delivering boasts for elevations may consult with the vigilant regarding tone or important items to mention but keep the text a surprise, or may share the actual text ahead of time.

A boast should be of a length appropriate for the person being boasted and any procession accompanying them to make their entrance. It typically includes a list of their titles, accomplishments, and virtues. The tone can range from solemn to humorous, depending on what suits the subject best.

=Elevation Boasts=

==Elevations to the Chivalry==
[[Heraldic Boast for Njall Tjorkilsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sascha St. Martin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sigenandus Blitz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Ulrich Halfdan Ulfsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Kadas Kadakov]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Laurel==
[[Heraldic Boast for Eleanor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Honor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Roana Aldinoch]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Pelican==
[[Heraldic Boast for Gareth Ostwestly]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Epona Brodin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie MacKeith]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie O'Donnell]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Fergus MacPherson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Chandara Gamal]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Nasira al-Zarqa bint Ivaz]]

==Elevations to the Order of Defense==

[[Heraldic Boast for Adam der Strom]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Mark==

[[Heraldic Boast for Taliesin of Archenfield]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Aethelwulf of Dover]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Diccon De Reinport]]

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Bertrande Fresneau

2026-10-22T02:51:05Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Offices & Positions */

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| photocaption = Bertrande Fresneau
| location = [[Flaming Gryphon]] | status = Current Member
| pronouns = she/her
| title = The Honorable Lady, or Forester in reference to archery
| device = [[Image:BertrandeFresneauArms.jpg]]
| devicecaption = Per fess Or and gules, three dice counterchanged }}
== Persona ==

Early 16th century Frenchwoman. Sometimes dresses Norse or Scottish.

== Offices & Positions ==

Currently [[Winged Hills]] group pursuivant, [[Flaming Gryphon]] archery captain, deputy pursuivant, deputy historian.

[[South Oaken]] archery champion 2025-2026

Fifth-time [[Flaming Gryphon]] baronial archery champion, formerly baronial pursuivant and historian.

== Awards ==

===Kingdom Awards===

[[Dragon's Heart]] July 9, 2022

[[Greenwood Company]] April 15 2017

[[Purple Fret]] January 11 2014

[[Dragon's Barb]] March 23 2013

[[Award of Arms]] October 18 2008

===Baronial Awards===

[[Guardsmen of Flaming Gryphon]] September 12 2015

Award of the [[Flaming Brand]] January 6 2018, June 23 2007

== Miscellany ==

Prior to being inducted into the Order of the [[Greenwood Company]], was a yeoman to Forester [[Ulfr Raufskeggr]] (called Dearg) and a member of [[House Redwolf]].

Motto: Tamen eduravit (Nevertheless, she persisted)

Badge: (Fieldless) On a fleur-de-lys Or, a die gules marked Or.

==Interests and SCA-related hobbies ==
Archery, court and book heraldry, Latin. Beginning a project to archive elevation [[boasts]].

[[category:archers]]
[[category:heralds]]
[[Category:16th Century]]

Heraldic Boast for Kadas Kadakov

2026-10-21T01:37:44Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Kadas Kadakov]]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Chivalry]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

(Based off Arithmetic on the Frontier, which has personal significance to him)

A great and glorious day is reached,

On quest begun now years ago.

Prowess chased relentlessly,

To find what others long did know:

This, the signpost on his Path,

To Kadas, the Accolade, at last.

Two Colleges he grew and taught

Of sword, of axe, and gentler deed.

Builds generations after his

To aid and grow Society:

For proof of sword-arm’s steadfast might

Is not yet all that makes a Knight.

Of Valor, needs not much be said,

His deeds ring louder than praises sung:

Stood as Vanguard and war-foe’s dread

Defending Sovereign, ‘til day was done.

From Chivalry’s hands claim’d silver rings,

Now Kadas kneels ‘fore new-crowned King.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Kadas Kadakov

2026-10-21T01:36:07Z

BertrandeFresneau: Created page with "Boast for Kadas Kadakov's elevation to the Order of the Chivalry, written by Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig (Based off Arithmetic on the Frontier, which has personal significance to him) A great and glorious day is reached, On quest begun now years ago. Prowess chased relentlessly, To find what others long did know: This, the signpost on his Path, To Kadas, the Accolade, at last. Two Colleges he grew and taught Of sword, of axe, and gentler deed. Buil..."

Boast for [[Kadas Kadakov]]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Chivalry]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

(Based off Arithmetic on the Frontier, which has personal significance to him)

A great and glorious day is reached,
On quest begun now years ago.
Prowess chased relentlessly,
To find what others long did know:
This, the signpost on his Path,
To Kadas, the Accolade, at last.

Two Colleges he grew and taught
Of sword, of axe, and gentler deed.
Builds generations after his
To aid and grow Society:
For proof of sword-arm’s steadfast might
Is not yet all that makes a Knight.

Of Valor, needs not much be said,
His deeds ring louder than praises sung:
Stood as Vanguard and war-foe’s dread,
Defending Sovereign, ‘til day was done.
From Chivalry’s hands claim’d silver rings,
Now Kadas kneels ‘fore new-crowned King.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova

2026-10-21T01:33:31Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Valya Abnikova doch'|Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova]]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Laurel]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

Midrealm, Make Way!

Now comes The Honorable Lady Valya

Whose skill in Art all plainly see,

By soon-crowned royals in noble vestments,

Their beauty shining radiantly

Make way for Valya, kindest of teachers,

Sharing knowledge generously

Who gives so freely of her time

Whether in salon or crafter’s green

Make way for Valya, humble servant

To Kingdom, College, and Barony

Champion, Seneschal, Signet, and more

Who aids and grows Society.

Make way for Valya, dragon-fire’s Beacon

Who lit the way in times of need

skill and joy alike stoked passions

That one-time strangers would kindred be.

Middle Kingdom, I give you Valya

A friend beloved, dearly

Treasured in every life she touches

Presented to Majesties, Laurel to be.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Boasts

2026-10-21T01:31:47Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Elevations to the Chivalry */

Boasts are introductions given by heralds in several different SCA contexts. Boasts may be given as royalty enter into court, as combatants present themselves before a tournament, or as a vigilant is called into court to be elevated for a peerage. Boasts can be given in the form of poetry (rhyming or not) or prose.

When boasting royalty into court, a herald is typically advised to ask if there are certain styles they want to use or to avoid ("...by Right of Arms," "....of Love and Beauty"). These may have been shared in their preferences at the beginning of their reign.

Those delivering boasts for elevations may consult with the vigilant regarding tone or important items to mention but keep the text a surprise, or may share the actual text ahead of time.

A boast should be of a length appropriate for the person being boasted and any procession accompanying them to make their entrance. It typically includes a list of their titles, accomplishments, and virtues. The tone can range from solemn to humorous, depending on what suits the subject best.

=Elevation Boasts=

==Elevations to the Chivalry==
[[Heraldic Boast for Njall Tjorkilsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sascha St. Martin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sigenandus Blitz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Ulrich Halfdan Ulfsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Kadas Kadakov]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Laurel==
[[Heraldic Boast for Eleanor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Honor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Roana Aldinoch]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Pelican==
[[Heraldic Boast for Gareth Ostwestly]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Epona Brodin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie MacKeith]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie O'Donnell]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Fergus MacPherson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Chandara Gamal]]

==Elevations to the Order of Defense==

[[Heraldic Boast for Adam der Strom]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Mark==

[[Heraldic Boast for Taliesin of Archenfield]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Aethelwulf of Dover]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Diccon De Reinport]]

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Adam der Strom

2026-10-19T02:41:14Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Adam der Strom]]'s elevation to the Order of [[Defense]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

Hört Hört, mitteliches Reich!

Hört den lobgesang für Adam der Strom, der tapferste der tapferen Wächter.

Hear of Adam, of deep waters

Feeding old Oaken towers, to flourish anew

Hear of Adam, crashing torrent

Dragon’s fang piercing twentyfold foes

Hear of Adam, Queen’s defender

Steadfast Vanguard, that the Rose might grow

Der Strom fließt langsam, one course now run

To Sovereign’s summon, before flowing anew.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Adam der Strom

2026-10-19T02:40:40Z

BertrandeFresneau: Created page with "Boast for Adam der Strom's elevation to the Order of Defense, written by Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig Hört Hört, mitteliches Reich! Hört den lobgesang für Adam der Strom, der tapferste der tapferen Wächter. Hear of Adam, of deep waters Feeding old Oaken towers, to flourish anew Hear of Adam, crashing torrent Dragon’s fang piercing twentyfold foes Hear of Adam, Queen’s defender Steadfast Vanguard, that the Rose might grow Der Strom fließt l..."

Boast for [[Adam der Strom]]'s elevation to the Order of [[Defense]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

Hört Hört, mitteliches Reich!
Hört den lobgesang für Adam der Strom, der tapferste der tapferen Wächter.

Hear of Adam, of deep waters
Feeding old Oaken towers, to flourish anew

Hear of Adam, crashing torrent
Dragon’s fang piercing twentyfold foes

Hear of Adam, Queen’s defender
Steadfast Vanguard, that the Rose might grow

Der Strom fließt langsam, one course now run
To Sovereign’s summon, before flowing anew.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Boasts

2026-10-19T02:39:04Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Elevations to the Order of Defense */

Boasts are introductions given by heralds in several different SCA contexts. Boasts may be given as royalty enter into court, as combatants present themselves before a tournament, or as a vigilant is called into court to be elevated for a peerage. Boasts can be given in the form of poetry (rhyming or not) or prose.

When boasting royalty into court, a herald is typically advised to ask if there are certain styles they want to use or to avoid ("...by Right of Arms," "....of Love and Beauty"). These may have been shared in their preferences at the beginning of their reign.

Those delivering boasts for elevations may consult with the vigilant regarding tone or important items to mention but keep the text a surprise, or may share the actual text ahead of time.

A boast should be of a length appropriate for the person being boasted and any procession accompanying them to make their entrance. It typically includes a list of their titles, accomplishments, and virtues. The tone can range from solemn to humorous, depending on what suits the subject best.

=Elevation Boasts=

==Elevations to the Chivalry==
[[Heraldic Boast for Njall Tjorkilsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sascha St. Martin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sigenandus Blitz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Ulrich Halfdan Ulfsson]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Laurel==
[[Heraldic Boast for Eleanor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Honor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Roana Aldinoch]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Pelican==
[[Heraldic Boast for Gareth Ostwestly]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Epona Brodin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie MacKeith]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie O'Donnell]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Fergus MacPherson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Chandara Gamal]]

==Elevations to the Order of Defense==

[[Heraldic Boast for Adam der Strom]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Mark==

[[Heraldic Boast for Taliesin of Archenfield]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Aethelwulf of Dover]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Diccon De Reinport]]

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova

2026-10-19T02:28:06Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Valya Abnikova doch']]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Laurel]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

Midrealm, Make Way!

Now comes The Honorable Lady Valya

Whose skill in Art all plainly see,

By soon-crowned royals in noble vestments,

Their beauty shining radiantly

Make way for Valya, kindest of teachers,

Sharing knowledge generously

Who gives so freely of her time

Whether in salon or crafter’s green

Make way for Valya, humble servant

To Kingdom, College, and Barony

Champion, Seneschal, Signet, and more

Who aids and grows Society.

Make way for Valya, dragon-fire’s Beacon

Who lit the way in times of need

skill and joy alike stoked passions

That one-time strangers would kindred be.

Middle Kingdom, I give you Valya

A friend beloved, dearly

Treasured in every life she touches

Presented to Majesties, Laurel to be.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova

2026-10-19T02:27:51Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Valya Abnikova doch']]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Laurel]], written by [[Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig|Fredrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

Midrealm, Make Way!

Now comes The Honorable Lady Valya

Whose skill in Art all plainly see,

By soon-crowned royals in noble vestments,

Their beauty shining radiantly

Make way for Valya, kindest of teachers,

Sharing knowledge generously

Who gives so freely of her time

Whether in salon or crafter’s green

Make way for Valya, humble servant

To Kingdom, College, and Barony

Champion, Seneschal, Signet, and more

Who aids and grows Society.

Make way for Valya, dragon-fire’s Beacon

Who lit the way in times of need

skill and joy alike stoked passions

That one-time strangers would kindred be.

Middle Kingdom, I give you Valya

A friend beloved, dearly

Treasured in every life she touches

Presented to Majesties, Laurel to be.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova

2026-10-19T02:27:24Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Valya Abnikova doch']]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Laurel]], written by [[Fredrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

Midrealm, Make Way!

Now comes The Honorable Lady Valya

Whose skill in Art all plainly see,

By soon-crowned royals in noble vestments,

Their beauty shining radiantly

Make way for Valya, kindest of teachers,

Sharing knowledge generously

Who gives so freely of her time

Whether in salon or crafter’s green

Make way for Valya, humble servant

To Kingdom, College, and Barony

Champion, Seneschal, Signet, and more

Who aids and grows Society.

Make way for Valya, dragon-fire’s Beacon

Who lit the way in times of need

skill and joy alike stoked passions

That one-time strangers would kindred be.

Middle Kingdom, I give you Valya

A friend beloved, dearly

Treasured in every life she touches

Presented to Majesties, Laurel to be.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova

2026-10-19T02:26:57Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Valya Abnikova doch']]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Laurel]], written by

Midrealm, Make Way!

Now comes The Honorable Lady Valya

Whose skill in Art all plainly see,

By soon-crowned royals in noble vestments,

Their beauty shining radiantly

Make way for Valya, kindest of teachers,

Sharing knowledge generously

Who gives so freely of her time

Whether in salon or crafter’s green

Make way for Valya, humble servant

To Kingdom, College, and Barony

Champion, Seneschal, Signet, and more

Who aids and grows Society.

Make way for Valya, dragon-fire’s Beacon

Who lit the way in times of need

skill and joy alike stoked passions

That one-time strangers would kindred be.

Middle Kingdom, I give you Valya

A friend beloved, dearly

Treasured in every life she touches

Presented to Majesties, Laurel to be.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova

2026-10-19T02:26:42Z

BertrandeFresneau:

Boast for [[Valya Abnikova doch']]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Laurel]], written by [[Friedrich Woferam von Danzig|Friedrich Wolferam von Danzig]]

Midrealm, Make Way!

Now comes The Honorable Lady Valya

Whose skill in Art all plainly see,

By soon-crowned royals in noble vestments,

Their beauty shining radiantly

Make way for Valya, kindest of teachers,

Sharing knowledge generously

Who gives so freely of her time

Whether in salon or crafter’s green

Make way for Valya, humble servant

To Kingdom, College, and Barony

Champion, Seneschal, Signet, and more

Who aids and grows Society.

Make way for Valya, dragon-fire’s Beacon

Who lit the way in times of need

skill and joy alike stoked passions

That one-time strangers would kindred be.

Middle Kingdom, I give you Valya

A friend beloved, dearly

Treasured in every life she touches

Presented to Majesties, Laurel to be.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova

2026-10-19T02:24:08Z

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Boast for [[Valya Abnikova doch']]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Laurel]], written by [[Friedrich Woferam von Danzig]]

Midrealm, Make Way!

Now comes The Honorable Lady Valya
Whose skill in Art all plainly see,
By soon-crowned royals in noble vestments,
Their beauty shining radiantly

Make way for Valya, kindest of teachers,
Sharing knowledge generously
Who gives so freely of her time
Whether in salon or crafter’s green

Make way for Valya, humble servant
To Kingdom, College, and Barony
Champion, Seneschal, Signet, and more
Who aids and grows Society.

Make way for Valya, dragon-fire’s Beacon
Who lit the way in times of need
skill and joy alike stoked passions
That one-time strangers would kindred be.

Middle Kingdom, I give you Valya
A friend beloved, dearly
Treasured in every life she touches
Presented to Majesties, Laurel to be.

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Boasts

2026-10-19T02:20:13Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Elevations to the Order of the Laurel */

Boasts are introductions given by heralds in several different SCA contexts. Boasts may be given as royalty enter into court, as combatants present themselves before a tournament, or as a vigilant is called into court to be elevated for a peerage. Boasts can be given in the form of poetry (rhyming or not) or prose.

When boasting royalty into court, a herald is typically advised to ask if there are certain styles they want to use or to avoid ("...by Right of Arms," "....of Love and Beauty"). These may have been shared in their preferences at the beginning of their reign.

Those delivering boasts for elevations may consult with the vigilant regarding tone or important items to mention but keep the text a surprise, or may share the actual text ahead of time.

A boast should be of a length appropriate for the person being boasted and any procession accompanying them to make their entrance. It typically includes a list of their titles, accomplishments, and virtues. The tone can range from solemn to humorous, depending on what suits the subject best.

=Elevation Boasts=

==Elevations to the Chivalry==
[[Heraldic Boast for Njall Tjorkilsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sascha St. Martin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sigenandus Blitz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Ulrich Halfdan Ulfsson]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Laurel==
[[Heraldic Boast for Eleanor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Honor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Roana Aldinoch]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Valya Kadaseva Zhena Kadakova]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Pelican==
[[Heraldic Boast for Gareth Ostwestly]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Epona Brodin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie MacKeith]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie O'Donnell]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Fergus MacPherson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Chandara Gamal]]

==Elevations to the Order of Defense==

==Elevations to the Order of the Mark==

[[Heraldic Boast for Taliesin of Archenfield]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Aethelwulf of Dover]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Diccon De Reinport]]

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Heraldic Boast for Diccon De Reinport

2026-10-19T02:00:24Z

BertrandeFresneau: Created page with "Boast for Diccon de Reinport's elevation to the Order of the Mark, written by Taliesin of Archenfield Your Majesty, Your Highness, Your Excellencies, people of the Midrealm. Now comes before you Maître Diccon de Reinport Master of the Pelican Forester of the Greenwood Company Deputy Earl Marshal for Target Archery Exchequer and Minister of Webs Long has he served the ranged weapons community from ancient Middle Marches Skilled archer with longbow in..."

Boast for [[Diccon de Reinport]]'s elevation to the Order of the [[Mark]], written by [[Taliesin of Archenfield]]

Your Majesty, Your Highness, Your Excellencies, people of the Midrealm.

Now comes before you Maître Diccon de Reinport

Master of the Pelican

Forester of the Greenwood Company

Deputy Earl Marshal for Target Archery

Exchequer and Minister of Webs

Long has he served the ranged weapons community from ancient Middle Marches

Skilled archer with longbow in hand

Fierce foe on the battlefield with ballista and engine

Patient teacher, passing his vast knowledge on to others

The Heart of the Dragon beats mightily in his chest

Surrounded by his friends & Household Holt Herotus

Your Majesty, I present to you Maître Diccon de Reinport

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Boasts

2026-10-19T01:56:58Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Elevations to the Order of the Mark */

Boasts are introductions given by heralds in several different SCA contexts. Boasts may be given as royalty enter into court, as combatants present themselves before a tournament, or as a vigilant is called into court to be elevated for a peerage. Boasts can be given in the form of poetry (rhyming or not) or prose.

When boasting royalty into court, a herald is typically advised to ask if there are certain styles they want to use or to avoid ("...by Right of Arms," "....of Love and Beauty"). These may have been shared in their preferences at the beginning of their reign.

Those delivering boasts for elevations may consult with the vigilant regarding tone or important items to mention but keep the text a surprise, or may share the actual text ahead of time.

A boast should be of a length appropriate for the person being boasted and any procession accompanying them to make their entrance. It typically includes a list of their titles, accomplishments, and virtues. The tone can range from solemn to humorous, depending on what suits the subject best.

=Elevation Boasts=

==Elevations to the Chivalry==
[[Heraldic Boast for Njall Tjorkilsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sascha St. Martin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sigenandus Blitz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Ulrich Halfdan Ulfsson]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Laurel==
[[Heraldic Boast for Eleanor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Honor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Roana Aldinoch]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Pelican==
[[Heraldic Boast for Gareth Ostwestly]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Epona Brodin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie MacKeith]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie O'Donnell]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Fergus MacPherson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Chandara Gamal]]

==Elevations to the Order of Defense==

==Elevations to the Order of the Mark==

[[Heraldic Boast for Taliesin of Archenfield]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Aethelwulf of Dover]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Diccon De Reinport]]

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Boasts

2026-10-19T01:56:32Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Elevations to the Order of the Mark */

Boasts are introductions given by heralds in several different SCA contexts. Boasts may be given as royalty enter into court, as combatants present themselves before a tournament, or as a vigilant is called into court to be elevated for a peerage. Boasts can be given in the form of poetry (rhyming or not) or prose.

When boasting royalty into court, a herald is typically advised to ask if there are certain styles they want to use or to avoid ("...by Right of Arms," "....of Love and Beauty"). These may have been shared in their preferences at the beginning of their reign.

Those delivering boasts for elevations may consult with the vigilant regarding tone or important items to mention but keep the text a surprise, or may share the actual text ahead of time.

A boast should be of a length appropriate for the person being boasted and any procession accompanying them to make their entrance. It typically includes a list of their titles, accomplishments, and virtues. The tone can range from solemn to humorous, depending on what suits the subject best.

=Elevation Boasts=

==Elevations to the Chivalry==
[[Heraldic Boast for Njall Tjorkilsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sascha St. Martin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sigenandus Blitz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Ulrich Halfdan Ulfsson]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Laurel==
[[Heraldic Boast for Eleanor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Honor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Roana Aldinoch]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Pelican==
[[Heraldic Boast for Gareth Ostwestly]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Epona Brodin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie MacKeith]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie O'Donnell]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Fergus MacPherson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Chandara Gamal]]

==Elevations to the Order of Defense==

==Elevations to the Order of the Mark==

[[Heraldic Boast for Taliesin of Archenfield]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Aethelwulf of Dover]]

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Boasts

2026-10-19T01:56:19Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Elevations to the Order of the Mark */

Boasts are introductions given by heralds in several different SCA contexts. Boasts may be given as royalty enter into court, as combatants present themselves before a tournament, or as a vigilant is called into court to be elevated for a peerage. Boasts can be given in the form of poetry (rhyming or not) or prose.

When boasting royalty into court, a herald is typically advised to ask if there are certain styles they want to use or to avoid ("...by Right of Arms," "....of Love and Beauty"). These may have been shared in their preferences at the beginning of their reign.

Those delivering boasts for elevations may consult with the vigilant regarding tone or important items to mention but keep the text a surprise, or may share the actual text ahead of time.

A boast should be of a length appropriate for the person being boasted and any procession accompanying them to make their entrance. It typically includes a list of their titles, accomplishments, and virtues. The tone can range from solemn to humorous, depending on what suits the subject best.

=Elevation Boasts=

==Elevations to the Chivalry==
[[Heraldic Boast for Njall Tjorkilsson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sascha St. Martin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Sigenandus Blitz]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Ulrich Halfdan Ulfsson]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Laurel==
[[Heraldic Boast for Eleanor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Honor von Atzinger]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Roana Aldinoch]]

==Elevations to the Order of the Pelican==
[[Heraldic Boast for Gareth Ostwestly]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Epona Brodin]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie MacKeith]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Maggie O'Donnell]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Fergus MacPherson]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Chandara Gamal]]

==Elevations to the Order of Defense==

==Elevations to the Order of the Mark==

[[Heraldic Boast for Taliesin of Archenfield]]

[[Heraldic Boast for Aethelwulf of Dover]]

[Heraldic Boast for Diccon de Reinport]

[[Category:Heraldry]]

Bertrande Fresneau

2026-10-10T02:39:18Z

BertrandeFresneau: /* Offices & Positions */

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| photocaption = Bertrande Fresneau
| location = [[Flaming Gryphon]] | status = Current Member
| pronouns = she/her
| title = The Honorable Lady, or Forester in reference to archery
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| devicecaption = Per fess Or and gules, three dice counterchanged }}
== Persona ==

Early 16th century Frenchwoman. Sometimes dresses Norse or Scottish.

== Offices & Positions ==

Currently [[Winged Hills]] group pursuivant, [[Flaming Gryphon]] archery captain.

[[South Oaken]] archery champion 2025-2026

Fifth-time [[Flaming Gryphon]] baronial archery champion, formerly baronial pursuivant and historian.

== Awards ==

===Kingdom Awards===

[[Dragon's Heart]] July 9, 2022

[[Greenwood Company]] April 15 2017

[[Purple Fret]] January 11 2014

[[Dragon's Barb]] March 23 2013

[[Award of Arms]] October 18 2008

===Baronial Awards===

[[Guardsmen of Flaming Gryphon]] September 12 2015

Award of the [[Flaming Brand]] January 6 2018, June 23 2007

== Miscellany ==

Prior to being inducted into the Order of the [[Greenwood Company]], was a yeoman to Forester [[Ulfr Raufskeggr]] (called Dearg) and a member of [[House Redwolf]].

Motto: Tamen eduravit (Nevertheless, she persisted)

Badge: (Fieldless) On a fleur-de-lys Or, a die gules marked Or.

==Interests and SCA-related hobbies ==
Archery, court and book heraldry, Latin. Beginning a project to archive elevation [[boasts]].

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[[category:heralds]]
[[Category:16th Century]]