As many of you, who are readers of my blog, know I am the author of "Legend of the Mystic Knights"
and as such, I have been attending medieval, renaissance
faires over the summer. This is my latest installment.
This past weekend, I attend the Krebashia Kingdom Medieval Fantasy Faire
in Malone, NY. This is advertised as the only medieval faire
in Northern New York. If you know
anything about the area, you know that you cannot go much further north without
being in Canada.
This is a relatively new fair; they have had several issues
in the recent past trying to find a venue to hold this event, this year it was
held at the Malone Recreation Park. Being in a rural area, and newly
established, it was a small sized fair. The group is trying to expand and grow
each year, and I hope they can reach their objectives.
Although limited in the size of the faire, there were some
very good events held there. They had entertainment, music, jugglers and of
course knights. There were also many games and activities geared for children,
including pony/horse rides and a pie eating contest.
The following are some people/groups that I met that I wanted
to recognize.
Teardrop Creations- Those of you, who have read my previous blogs will remember I saw them at the New York Capitol District Renaissance Faire, They produce some wonderful jewelry.
Viking Horde- He creates some medieval themed weapons and shields. Although they are not historically accurate, anyone who can take a garden weasel and turn it into a mace is pretty talented. If you wish to contact him, his email is: toddweber@hwcny.rr.com
Ravenbane's Fire Craft- Very talented group of performers that include juggling with knives and fire, and also fire eaters. I was very entertained with their show; if you get a chance please check them out.
Paragon Jousting LLC- What would a medieval faire be without a joust. I was impressed with this group’s talent on the jousting field. I was particularly impressed with the armor the knight’s wore. I hope to be able to see them perform in other medieval faires.
Steadfast Steel- This is a fighting troupe. The leader, Apis, starts out the show indicating how the “elements” fought to determine the future of the human race. In mythology, Apis was the Egyptian deity that is the intermediary between the gods and humanity.
There was an enjoyable staged tournament in which the
outcome showed how Magic, Darkness, Cold and Death were defeated by Science, Fire,
Light and Life triumphed and then were presented as gifts for mankind.
As I stated earlier, the Krebashia Kingdom Medieval Fantasy
Faire is currently a small event. I hope that people throughout the region
begin supporting this medieval, fantasy faire. I would encourage any business
or artist who deals in medieval items to make plans to attend this faire next
year; if you do, you will be on the ground floor of an event that should grow
each year.
Next Week: More about my sequel, including some
illustrations of new monsters that will be featured in my novel.
Thanks for sharing this post about the Medieval Faire, William. Sometimes I think the smaller fairs have appeal that they lose as they get to big. This way the vendors and other participants have time to talk to you which always turns out to be interesting. Sounds like you had a great time.
ReplyDeleteLike Lenie, I think the smaller fairs have appeal. Large ones can sometimes be overwhelming. I'm intrigued by the Steadfast Steel performance and would like to see that.
ReplyDeleteSteadfast Steel actually brought 3 separate acts: a fighting troupe (epic battles between fascinating mythical creatures); their Bearded Lady Sideshow - sword swallowing, walking on glass; their XOD Monster Lab - live demonstrations of applying 'wounds, 'makeup and more, to create 'zombies and syfy face off-like beasties. Hope to meet you next summer, Donna! Malone is a great place to visit. We LOVE our Adirondacks and the Climate is sheer perfection, in my humble opinion (4 seasons... ahhhh...) Laura, VP/Secretary for Ekrub Players, find us on facebook
DeleteI could only state what I saw at the time. I hope to see more of the group someday.
DeleteGreat photos William and it sounds like a wonderful fair. Living on an Island I've come to truly appreciate the smaller events rather than the massive crowds - not even sure how I'd handle that after all these years here!
ReplyDeleteAll of your posts are making me want to attend another fair. I know there's a smallish one in Boise, but I would be better off trying Portland or Seattle, but that's an entire day's drive away. At least it would be a good excuse to take a three-day weekend... I didn't dress up to the one I attended in NC, but when I go again, I definitely want to wear a costume.
ReplyDeleteInteresting how many people and groups there are who are creating medieval implements or reenacting different types of sport or fighting. Must have been a pretty entertaining festival despite its small size.
ReplyDeleteAm learning about medieval festivals thanks to you. Noticed there was a fairof that kind in Sweden recently about the Viking era.
ReplyDeleteIt's so good to hear of a new fair trying to get traction. It must be hard when it doesn't have a home set up for sure. What a neat hobby, going to all these entertaining events!
ReplyDeleteCheck out our facebook pages for more information: https://www.facebook.com/KrebashiaKingdom?fref=ts and https://www.facebook.com/themysticalforest?fref=ts
ReplyDelete~Laura, VP/Secretary for Ekrub Players
Sounds like the fair was lots of fun. Did I ever mention I was a performer at The New York Renaissance Faire back in the day? I might have already. I was the Damsel in Distress. I'm always impressed with people who juggle with fire. I did juggle for a brief moment in time, but I'm impressed with people who are confident enough to do it with fire!
ReplyDeleteWow, I have gone to that fair, will go to it later this year.
DeleteI am impressed.