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The Barony al-Barran is in the SCA Kingdom of Outlands mundanely located in and around Albuquerque, NM. It is one of seven Baronies in the Kingdom. Al-Barran currently encompasses the College of Blaiddwyn located at the University of New Mexico.
History
On November 11, A.S. X (1975), the Barony of al-Barran was established by then Kingdom of Atenveldt with Sir Raymond the Quiet as the first Baron.
Officers
- Baron: Sir Gregor von Munchaasen
- Baroness: Lady Monika the Fair
- Seneschal: Lord Y Port Lairge
- Knight Marshal: THL Chinua al-Naran
- Reeve: Lady Sile O'Daragh
- Arts & Sciences Minister: Lady Bianca Mantegna
- Hospitaller: THL Diana of Llanberris
- Chronicler: Lady Kymma Godric
- Rapier Marshal: Lord JT Whoreschum
- Webminister: Lady Melody Shaw
- Scorpion Pursuivant: THL Pendar the Bard
- Mistress of the Lists: Lady Emer Fitton
- Quartermaster: Lady Natasha Mechislav
- Waterbearer: Lady Mabel McEwen
- Captain of the Archers: Uasal OEngus of Greymist
- Equestrian Contact: THL Dubheasa
- Scribe: Mistress Monika von Zell
- Chirurgeon: Sir Dennis the Wright
Baronial Awards
- Order of the Desert Fawn (CDF) is given to those members fifteen years of age and under who have consistently demonstrated the ideals of nobility, virtue, and grace in their behavior.
- Order of Antares Kano is given to newer members of the Barony who have shown their worth in a short amount of time.
- Order of the Russian Thistle (CRT) is presented to those persons who have worked in the arts and shared their talents with other members of the Barony.
- Order of the Watchfire is given to those persons who have demonstrated excellence in the art of archery.
- Order of the Espada de Oro (CEO) is given to those persons who have demonstrated excellence in the art of fencing.
- Hammer of al-Barran (CEO) is given to those persons who have demonstrated excellence in the art of Heavy Fighting.
- Order of the Scorpion's Sting (CSS) is presented to those persons who have demonstrated their Exceptional skill in the fighting arts; both teaching and skill.
- Order of the Heart of the Scorpion of al-Barran (CHSA) is given to those persons who, being at all times an example of chivalry, gentility, nobility and authenticity, are most exemplary in the conduct of themselves, to the greater credit and worth of al-Barran.
Events
The Barony hosts several events throughout the year. The largest being Grand Outlandish held over Memorial Day weekend each year. Other events include Sworded Affair, Pack Games, Mid-Winter, Esperanza, and a yearly tournament in November to benefit Toys for Tots.
Local Households
Here is a sample list of Households in al-Barran. Listed Alphabetically:
- Barking Spyder aka The Pyrats of al-Barran
- Crimson Company
- Darbuka
- Dark Sun
- Golden Oak
- Haven Navarre
- The Vikings aka The Oddlings
- Rolling Thunder
