Barony Officers
Baronesses
Tellina di Giuseppe da Fiesole and Miriam Katerina Braunholt
The Baronial Coronet, Baron and Baroness, of Rivenoak are the liaison of the Crown to the populace of Rivenoak and vice versa.
The Baronial Coronet shall act to the best of their ability as the chief examples of chivalry, courtesy, and grace for the people of the Barony.
The Baronial Coronet shall also represent and be advocate of the Baronial Populace to the Crown of the West. They should encourage hospitality and welcome to new and prospective members of the Barony.
They should encourage and promote the arts, sciences, and martial arts of the Current Middles Ages. They will Recommend to the Crown of the West those who, through their achievements and/ or service, are worthy of recognition. They encourage and support the officers of the Barony and recommend their replacements to the Kingdom Officers and Crown as the need arises.
Greater Officers of the Barony
Seneschal
Anna Bonci
Seneschal is the barony's chief administrative officer, similar to a president or chief operating officer. The seneschal is responsible for the smooth running of the branch, and is the primary point of contact between the local branch and the larger SCA.
Exchequer
Jora the Sharp
The Exchequer preforms the duties of treasurer for the barony.
The Exchequer reports to the Principality and Kingdom Exchequer, and is in charge of all financial activities for accounts of the Barony.
Arts & Sciences
Maeva of Rivenoak
SCA Arts & Sciences are all the crafts, skills, and technologies practiced in the time period and cultures that the SCA covers. The Arts & Sciences Minister leads, encourages and supports all activities and pursuits. They coordinate competitions, host classes, and promote education of arts and sciences.
Chronicler
Don Jose Ramirez de Coronado
The Chronicler produces "The Quill", our newsletter. The Quill includes information such as event announcements, words from the Barony Officers and Baronial Coronet, and other articles submitted by our members.
Constable
Aderyn Pierpont
The Constables are the friendly faces you meet at the gate for each event.
Constables ensure that the event gate is manned (the front-door for an event, processing registration/waivers, collecting site fees, and providing guidance about the event etc.). The Constables tasks may include maintaining order at events, such as fire safety.
Curmudgeon
Gwyn Chwith ap Llyr
The Office of the Curmudgeon acts as chief advisor to the Baronial Coronet and as Councilor to the Baronial Guard. The office of the Curmudgeon is only chosen from the ex-Barons and ex-Baronesses of Rivenoak. The Curmudgeon maintains the traditions of the Barony and helps oversee the Coronet's election.
Herald
Thomas Hawker
The Herald assists the Barony with name research (onomastics) and the design, registration, and display of devices ('coats of arms'). Heralds also serve as the “Voice of Baronesses", or other royalty by assisting at court or making general announcements. Voice heralds fall into two major categories: duty and court. "Duty" heralds are the ones who go around making announcements at events and may also announce fighters during tournaments. "Court" heralds are those who verbally direct the business during court. Heralds who concentrate on research are often called "book heralds". Having Deputy Heralds who excel in these areas is always a helpful.
Heavy Marshal
Gruffydd of Rivenoak
The Heavy Marshal is a specially trained person who oversees all aspects of heavy armored combat including martial activities in the Barony including local tournaments, wars, and maintenance/publication/ enforcement of standards for construction and use of all weapons and armor. They also work hand in hand with the Barony’s Rapier, Archery, Thrown Weapons, Equestrian, Siege, and Armored Youth Combat Marshals. All rules for combat in the West are based on the SCA standard rules, which can be found on the Society Marshal's page.
Lesser Officers of the Barony
Archery Marshal
Didier of Rivenoak
The Archer of the barony is responsible for monitoring archery at events, and encouraging target and combat archery in the group.
Chatelaine
Hallþórr Ulfgardrssøn
of Hedeby
The Chatelaine assists newcomers to the SCA and serves as the public information officer for the group. The Chatelaine works closely with the Seneschal and Gold Key.
Gold Key
Miriam Katerina Braunholt
Gold Key coordinates and maintains donated loaner garb (clothing) that newcomers and visitors may wear at Barony events. First time events are sometimes better enjoyed by participating in clothing of the time period.
Minister of the List
Jazmin of Rivenoak
The Minister of the list organizes, completes and maintains the tournament lists, to track fighters for combat scenarios at events
Rapier Marshal
Don Jose Ramirez de Coronado
The Rapier Marshal is responsible for all rapier activities in the Barony. They oversee rapier combat activities in the Barony, Encourage the development of safety, honor, and authenticity upon the field.
They ensure proper communication to the Baronial Heavy Marshal and Principality Rapier Marshal.
Youth Combat Marshal
Vacant
The Youth Combat program covers ages 6-18 in a segmental program designed to prepare future West Kingdom heavy and Rapier fighters while encouraging our youth to explore Chivalry while enjoying Combat.
Youth Chancellor
Vacant
The Youth Chancellor is the group's children's activities officer who assists parents in integrating children's activities into events. The Youth Chancellor is responsible for coordinating and organizing Youth Point at Barony events. The children of this Barony are the future of the SCA. They are our future Barons and Baroness, Officers, Kings and Queens, our future Laurels, Pelicans, Knights and Masters of Defense. Youth Point runs on the 2-deep rule as specified in the 2014 Seneschals Handbook, and all youth activities must be run by two non-related adults, one of whom has an approved background check. The safety of your children is important to us. As such we are always looking for more volunteers.
Web Minister
Tellina di Giuseppe da Fiesole
The web minister oversees electronic publishing for the Barony’s website. The Web Minister is responsible for the content management and maintenance of the site. The position also oversees the Social Media Deputy. The Web Minister works often with the Seneschal, Chronicler and different autocrats of event.