Request for Letters of Intent from

Master Leartes Blackavar McBride and
Mistress Bridget Lucia Mackenzie

Unto the populace of the Barony of Altavia, Do Laertes and Bridget, fourth Baron and Baroness of Altavia, send greetings!

Good Gentles,

Over the past few years, we have had the distinct pleasure to serve as the Crown's vassals for the lands of Altavia. As we look around and take stock of the Barony, we find it is thriving with a worthy corps of officers and other hard working individuals involved in its running. Reassured by observations, we believe it is now time for us to begin the process to turn over these Offices so others can experience this unique honor.

The process of selecting our heirs will be open for all to view. As with such matters, the first step will be reviewing letters from those interested in being considered for this position. Letters from such parties need to be in our hands by Saturday, October 13th. Our address can be found in the Crown Prints and the Fret Knot. You may send a copy to the Kingdom Seneschal if you wish.

Potential candidates should be prepared to introduce themselves and give a brief statement at the November 13, 2007 Baronial Council meeting. The selection process will continue throughout the following months and culminate with the investiture of our successors at Altavia Anniversary on May 10, 2008.

For those considering sending in letters of interest, please keep in mind these guidelines:

• You must, of course, be and remain a paid SCA member for your entire tenure.

• You must be an active participant in the Barony of Altavia and intend to remain so. You must be able to travel to other areas to represent the Barony as appropriate. You will need a plan for the transportation of the Baronial Pavilion, regalia, and other items.

• You need to be familiar with the workings of the SCA, both in our medieval timeframe and within the modern business activities. Having successfully held and performed the duties of a local or Kingdom office is an important qualification.

• You must be able to work with a variety of people having diverse opinions, personalities, and talents. Fairness and impartiality need to be hallmarks of your dealings with others and in the handling of baronial situations. You must consider the effect of potential decisions on the group as a whole as well as individuals, and act accordingly.

• Financial stability is important, as you will incur many expenses. There is no reimbursement for things such as travel and lodging. Kingdom and Corporate regulations also define what expenses may be paid by Baronial funds, and what you will need to bear from your own pocket.

• Consider the effect this position would have on your familial/personal/romantic relationships. If you are a couple, would your duties cause strains? If you are not, would you be able to work effectively with your partner, and would other relationships be affected, and how?

          In Service, we remain

                    Laertes Blackavar McBride
                    Bridget Lucia MacKenzie