Article Archives

This collection of articles on the arts, sciences and other aspects of the SCA is maintained for the edification and amusement of members of Dragon's Laire and other interested parties. All articles have been supplied by their authors. Copyright remains with the author.

Currently, the archives are divided into three categories: SCA Culture, Practicum, and Research. SCA Culture covers living and playing in the current middle ages, including rules of the game, philosophy and culture of the game, practical advice and humor. The Practicum includes how-tos, both for modern and period items or activities. The Research section concentrates on reconstructing the Middle Ages, covering both artifacts and culture. Many articles may be listed in more than one category or I may just have it miss filed , so check more than one place for the info you need. Also be sure to check out Anecdotal Evidence at the bottom of the page. These stories, scattered across the website, use personal points of view to illustrate the magic of the SCA.

Article Catalogue

SCA Culture

Chivalry and Etiquette - Kendal
Fabrics & Colors
Filk Files - a collection of songs 12/20/02
Fitting in in the SCA
The FUN-damentals of Service 1/22/05
Glory - 1/13/03
Grace is More Than Garb - 6/17/04
A Guide to Dealing with Court Heralds - 12/4/05
Heavy World of the SCA - 6/17/04
How I Named My Persona - 4/22/03
How to Kit Yourself Out for a Feast
JuneFaire Blessing - 6/05/03
The Language of Blazon (Tinctures) - 7/8/05
The Language of Blazon II (Field Divisions) - 12/2005
The Language of Blazon Part III (Complex lines of Division) - 3/27/2006

Living in the Modern World 1/13/03
The Necessary Servant 7/01/05
Oh Glorious War! 3/31/05
On Being Period
Pennons, Banners and Flags (Oh MY!) - 03/21/06
The Proper Use of the Badge - 03/08/06
Persona Points
Some Viewpoints on Names - 11/4/02
So You Think You've Found Someone Special... 1/13/03
The Tao of Fencing Part 1
The Tao of Fencing Part 2 1/13/03
Wealth Beyond Measure 3/17/05
Writing Letters of Recommendation to Their Majesties

You're Going to a Feast. Now What?

Practicum

A&S Competition Judging Forms
Boffer Construction 6/05/03
Chivalry and Etiquette - Kendal -
Crust for Tame Animals - 2/13/04
Distaff - 1/29/03
Distaff (updated version) 2/10/05
An Experiment in Bread Baking, Junefaire 2003 -12/2/04
Fabrics & Colors
Fleece to Yarn 1/29/03
The FUN-damentals of Service 1/22/05
Glass Bead Furnace New! 10/20/06
A Guide to Dealing with Court Heralds - 12/4/05
Heavy World of the SCA - 6/17/04
How I Named My Persona - 4/22/03
How to Kit Yourself Out for a Feast
Junefaire Recipes - 6/20/03

The Language of Blazon (Tinctures) - 7/8/05
The Language of Blazon II (Field Divisions) - 12/2005
The Language of Blazon Part III (Complex lines of Division) - 3/27/2006
A Missive on Shield Making
Modern Dishes in Medieval Guise
No Cook Potluck Contributions
A Pelican Vigil Luncheon 03/30/06
Pennons, Banners and Flags (Oh MY!) - 03/21/06
Pierogi
Persona Test: PDF file format
Pit to Pottery, A Process in Pictures
The Proper Use of the Badge - 03/08/06
Reader's Theatre for the SCA - 2/19/04
Story of the Feast: Junefaire 2006 -New! 10/31/06
Stwed Mutton - 1/29/03

Research

Crust for Tame Animals - 2/13/04 Distaff - 1/29/03 Distaff (updated version) 2/10/05 An Experiment in Bread Baking, Junefaire 2003 -12/2/04 Fleece to Yarn 1/29/03 Glass Bead Furnace New! 10/20/06 Junefaire Recipes - 6/20/03 Mead	Modern Dishes in Medieval Guise A Pelican Vigil Luncheon 03/30/06 Pierogi Pit to Pottery, A Process in Pictures Reader's Theatre for the SCA - 2/19/04 Story of Beer - 1/9/03 Story of the Feast: Junefaire 2006 -New! 10/31/06 Stwed Mutton - 1/29/03 Wedding Traditions Winter's Demise - February 2nd

Anecdotal Evidence. Part of the charm of the SCA cannot be captured except through personal views. Share the magic in these personal stories sprinkled throughout the site..

Arion the Wanderer Speaks, a story in persona by Arion the Wanderer 10/30/02
The Dream by Lady Eileen ingine dubh Luchag-- The Shadow Mouse: A Dream Come True by our Bardic Mistress Antonia 06/02/03; A Gracious Spirit Sooths one Harried Heart by HL Arontius of Bygelswade
Hidden in the Mist by Lord Raven - 1/14/03
A Hunter Finds a Home by HL Cedric Wlfraven: JuneFaire Blessing by Don Tyrus- 6/05/03; Living in the Modern World 1/13/03; Mermaids Tourney Report by Richard Thomas 9/2/03
Oh Glorious War! by Alis inghean Ruaidhri 3/31/05: Roman Faces Roman - a persona story of Last Chance by Publius 10/30/02; A Story of the Wyvern - by Arontius; A Story Starts by Rènart 10/11/02

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Submissions Sought

Articles for the Archives are eagerly sought. The copyright remains with the author and articles will be removed at any time at the request of the author. Articles may address many topics, including historical research related to the medieval period, how to subjects and topics related to any aspect of the SCA. Both unpublished and previously published articles are acceptable. Short articles written for newsletters or site handouts are often good candidates, as are longer papers written as Arts and Sciences contest entries and even your Master's Thesis. Bibliographies, especially annotated bibliographies, are also desired. Even notes you may have assembled for a class you taught may make good submissions. Query the webminister for specific instructions on submitting your work.