SCA INFORMATION


Membership # 31854

Originally, 15th century Katherine O'Kelley was to be represented in the Shire of Nant-y-derwyddon in the Kingdom of Meridies, but that soon changed. Instead, she became Valdis (Spirit of Slaughter) Isbrandsdottir (daughter of the Iron Sword), due to her love of Norway and Northern Mythology. She became a member of the Known World in 1984 yet spent much time fading in and out due to mundane commitments. She eventually became Provost for the Shire, having been outwitted by Lord Corwin of Nottingham into accepting that position. 

She received her Award of Arms the following year, 6/5/1993 from Their Majesties King Brian and Queen Aeruin.. Kingdom of Meridies OP

Valdis received the Kingdom of Caid Order of the Dolphin at Highland War, September 2006 from Their Majesties Sven and Kolfinna through their representatives Baron Malcom and Baroness Robynne of the Barony of Dreiburgen.

LoAR of the College of Arms of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. (Valdis Isbrandsdottir listed in the Meridies Area for Names that have been accepted and registered.) 

Lord Corwin, who was by chance the one to introduce her to the Known World, invited Valdis into his Household as Lady of House Ravenloft. Eventually, during the course of working closely with a mercenary group, The Free Company of the Galley Lionslayer headed by Christophe de Dunglas, The House of Ravenloft was asked to join Lionslayer for their ties were strong and friendship deep.

Not being active in the past few years, I've no idea what has become of Galley Lionslayer. Rumors abound that Lionslayer has fallen prey to some fowl deed and that the ship has laid anchor upon some distant shore far away.

Current Affiliations:
House Ironrose: Warrior Women of the SCA
Academy of Saint Gabriel (See Note Below)
Stefan's Florilegium

Also Check out My SCA Page for additional Affiliations/Discussion Groups I belong to.

Mundania has crept in yet again which has prevented me from venturing forth to even the local Shire of Nant-y-derwyddon, and we also have a new home in the Kingdom of Caid (Big Bear City) where we plan to visit any and all neighboring SCAdians.  Nearby is the Barony of Dreiburgen, the Barony of Gyldenhold, Canton of Mons Draconis, and the Shire of Al-Sahid. Where we'll end up is anyone's guess.

In the SCA my interests include: Archery and Researching many subjects such as: Names, Religions, Lifestyles, Herbs, Gaming, Costuming, Brewing, History, Literature, Music, and many other arts and crafts of the Middle Ages. I am not myself proficient, but have a great interest in learning and gathering information.