Barony of Tir Ysgithr

Baron Ruadhan Mac Cumhal (he/him) &

Baroness Thyri ingen Aedain ui Rigain (she/her)

Barony of Tir Ysgithr Website

Investiture:

March 7th, 2020

Stepping Down:

August 15th, 2023

The Barony of Tir Ysgithr is the oldest of the seven mighty baronies in the Kingdom of Atenveldt. We are located in what is known modernly as Tucson, Arizona and its surrounding suburbs. The group was founded in 1973 and has flourished throughout the years with many talented armored fighters, skilled artisans, and tireless workers.

Our Barony is currently headed by Baron Ruadhan and Baroness Thyri who serve as our reigning nobility. In addition to taking care of the needs of their populace, they bestow baronial awards to those deserving recognition.

The College of St. Felix (a SCA College Club at the University of Arizona) is also affiliated with the Barony of Tir Ysgithr, and hosts a Fighter Practice & Meeting on Thursday nights. You can find more information about this group using the link above.

Please join us as we make history in the Barony, known fondly as the Gem of Atenveldt!

Baronial Meetings and Practices

All in-person events are temporarily suspended due to Covid-19, virtual events are still happening and are being announced on facebook

Baronial Meetings

Populace meetins are held the first Wednesday of each month. Currrently online.

Baronial Practices

Armored Combat: Hardsuit and Rapier practice is held every Tuesday at Reid Park starting at 7pm

Arts and Sciences Workshops: Held throught the month at different times and places. Check the baronial calendar for more details.

BTY Archery & Thrown Weapons Practice
Saturdays ⋅10:00am – 1:00pm – on hold
PSE Archery Factory Pro shop 2727 N Fairview Ave Tucson AZ,
Description:Archery range fee is $5.00 per person.
There is no range fee for thrown weapons. Close toed shoes are required.
There is loaner gear for both Archery and Thrown Weapons as well as instruction if you should need..

Barony of Tir Ysgithr Facebook

Events

All in-person events are temporarily suspended due to Covid-19, virtual events are still happening and are being announced on facebook

BTY Investiture & Great Helm
Saturday and Sunday March 7, 2020 9:00a.m. – 10:30 p.m. and March 8, 2017 9:00a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

All heed the call to the Barony of Tir Ysgithr Investiture and Great Helm & Guard Tournaments! The Barony of Tir Ysgithr wishes to invite all who read this missive to join us in celebration to discover our new Baronial Champions and to witness the Investiture of the next Baron and Baroness! The Feast starts immediately following Investiture.

Saturday’s activities at the Park include:
Court at Their Majesties’ discretion

Hard-suit Captain of the Guard Tournament: standard single opponent, double elimination sword and shield.

Rapier Captain of the Guard Tournament: Round Robin Double Elimination Single sword

Baronial Youth Champion Tournament: Youth combatants may borrow gear if they do not own their own kits. We encourage all our young fighters to come out ready to be the victor of the day!

A&S: To honor and support our new Baron and Baroness, Tir Ysgithir will be holding a Largess Derby. Please bring 7 similar items for the populace and new Excellencies to vote on. The winner of populace choice and TE choice will receive one of every entry.

Saturday’s evening activities at Grace St. Paul’s Episcopal Church:
The Investiture of the Barony of Tir Ysgithr’s new Baron and Baroness! (in the sanctuary at Their Majesties’ discretion) All are encouraged to attend! The Feast in will be in the Feast Hall and you must be pre-registered to attend. There will be opportunities to tell your Grand tales of valor, conquest, heartache, or any such tale you desire. Don your finest Viking attire and join us for a night of revelry, feast, tall tales. All period decades and cultures are welcome! We encourage those who have Viking garb to wear it to help add flavor to the festivities.

The mythical beings are coming to overwhelm our borders!
Which brave and chivalrous fighters will defend our populous from the Dragons and their Wyvern brethren?

Bring your arms, rakes and hoes, hide your children, and prepare to do battle with these fearsome creatures one more time for JUST ONE DAY, Saturday, October 19, 2019. This is a fundraising event with several opportunities for you to show your support for the barony and have some fun while doing it. (All donations will be contributed to the Tir Ysgithr General Fund).