[Wyewood] Emprise of the Black Lion - Introduction of Duchess Miranda Faoltiarna

[azureandermine]

Greetings are sent from Alianora Greymoor, herald of the Emprise of the
Black Lion.

I present the introduction of Duchess Miranda Faoltiarna...

Greetings Unto The Ladies of the Berfrois and Unto The Noble and Well
Chosen Judges of The Black Lion Emprise, this being the grandest display of
equestrian prowess in all the World,

I, Duchess Miranda Faoltiarna, Champion of the Horse to Their Majesties
Ieuan and Gwyneth, Baroness of the Court of An Tir, Mistress of the Order
of the Pelican, member of the Lance de Leon, holder of an Award of Arms
bestowed by King Tjorkill and Queen Hlutwige, bearer of a Goutte de Sang
awarded by King Davin and Queen Groa, do present myself as a rider in your
auspicious lists. Know me by my arms: Or semy of triskeles, on a chevron
sable three four leaved shamrocks slipped Or all within a bordure engrailed
gules.
Starburst's Too Shameless, known in more familiar circles as Hondo, shall
serve as my partner in the games of quintain, jousting, lance at three
levels, and mounted crest combat. Hondo belongs to my inspiration Dux
Tiernan mor Dal Cais and carried me in this list field one year ago.   Our
warrior sons Atticus and Augustus along with their stalwart steeds Cheyanne
Delight and Odds Er On Oreo, respectively, also inspire me to ride for your
entertainment.

I endeavor to carry myself with honor representing An Tir and her horsemen
to the best of my ability. If an honest and true of heart competitor shall
issue a challenge unto me with noble intent to display fine horsemanship
and martial skill, I will take up lance, shield, and sword to accept such a
worthy offer. When challenged by a dishonorable opponent, I shall lay down
my arms and forfeit the bout for such a clash would not bring pleasure unto
you nor glory unto our beloved kingdom.

I thank you for your presence at this finest of horse tournaments and hope
to present an aesthetically pleasing picture of horse and rider as
partners.  I look forward to five days from now when I shall ride before
you with banners flying seeking to gain your favor.

In Fealty to The Sable Lion and Lioness,
Duchess Miranda Faoltiarna