The Chronicle               1993-1994

Cygnus Blue Star, Chronicler

1993, September

Autumnfest is canceled, and the "Dark Fey gather" is postponed, as reported in the September issue of the Moonstone.

In the Summer 1993 issue of the Ðaoine Sidhe, it is announced that the editors (Elowyn Ka, Maya, Tallpine, and Sparrowreed) are turning over production to Starshadow and a completely new staff, beginning with the Autumn issue.

1993, September 25

Gather number fifty-two at Stormhaven. Rook receives her Moonstone. Gather centers around the Rusty Nymph Inn, a new addition to Stormhaven. Pre-paid only rule (see gather #49) is revoked. Sparrow almost gets abducted by Malphaeus, but is saved by the Hunter -- an agent of the Fairy Queen. Attendees benefit from a fairy that has taken residence in one of Stormhaven's trees -- the fairy tree bore fruit that were small gifts, and each person was allowed to take one.

1993, October

Ian and Phaedra depart the clan of FALO. We now number 39 clankin.

1993, October 16

Gather number fifty-three at Rahne & Daegmier's home. Approximately 45 people attend, making this the best attended private gather in some time. Elowyn-Ka announces via letter that both she and Skull are on leave of absence from FALO. The Rusty Nymph Inn is moved to Rahne & Daegmier's home, establishing a nomadic tradition, with the Inn traveling to wherever a gather occurs. The fairy tree from Stormhaven also follows the gathers. A trader's market debuts successfully, to be done again at future gathers, and a separate smoke-filled gambling room is also well liked.

1993, November 20

Gather number fifty-four at Rahne & Daegmier's home. Vflarian gets his Welcome stone. The Rusty Nymph is here again, popular as ever, though less populated during the colder evening hours. Dar Wolfshadow leaves FALO, citing personal differences with the Elders and disagreement with the way the group is run. Mayfest planning is discussed and some committee heads are recruited. Also, it is announced that in the future, a Moonstone holder will sit in on each Elders meeting in order to de-mystify the meetings.

1993, December 3

Stormy gives birth to Raymond D'Artagnan Dann.

1993, December

Brighton leaves FALO, bringing our membership to 38.

1994, January 8

FALO's seventh annual Yule gather (gather number fifty-five) at the home of Cygnus, Maya & Tallpine. Aranek gets his Welcome stone, Founding Elder, Raven Shadow Doomcrier, leaves FALO, and Ghostdancer announces his betrothal to Shadesong. Elowyn Ka and Skull return from their leave of absence. A winter ice storm hits the area resulting in many cancellations, but the gather is held nonetheless and is enjoyed by all. Shadowfire brings castle cake with fudge moat monsters. Tallpine introduces a Tontine Pact tradition to the Yule gather: starting and ending the meal with dessert. There is much rejoicing. Elowyn Ka and Rook publish a retrospective compilation of FALO members past and present, consisting of photos, verse and artwork.

During the gather(above), the first Elder's meeting with a non-elder clankin attending (Sparrow) is held.

1994, February 26

FALO's fifty-sixth gather, held at the home of Cygnus, Maya & Tallpine, where Springmeadow and Nheric are united in marriage. Many varied types of mead flow and all celebrate with zest. Siadda receives her welcome stone, bringing FALO's members to 39. Ninnizhu, Queen of the night fairies, sends a gift to Meadow & Nheric -- a set of amulets that cause him (a human) to age as she (an elf) does. This gather is very well attended (40-50 people). The Fairy Queen appears & demands her name from Cygnus and Starshadow, who use Dreamsinger's crystal orb of clairaudience to learn the name. They are thus saved from being enslaved.

1994, April 9

FALO gather number fifty-seven, held at Sparrow's nest. Luthien receives her Moonstone. Elowyn Ka announces that she and Skull are moving to Florida; therefore Ka will step down from the council of Elders but retain an Honorary membership in FALO, and Skull will leave the group, both as of the day after this year's Mayfest. Starshadow announces that he also is stepping down from the Elders, also effective the day after Mayfest. An emotional passing of the cup leaves few dry eyes in the house.

1994, May 21

FALO's seventh annual Mayfest (gather number fifty-eight) held at Baiting Hollow. This is the best attended FALO gather ever, with over 160 people. Kyara receives her Moonstone, and Arowolf is given a Welcome stone for the second time. Raum Darkstar sends a letter in absentia to leave FALO for the second time. Slayer and Nova also send a note to say that they are leaving the group. FALO' s membership now numbers 37. The Rusty Nymph Inn is a big hit, kobolds (and their women) attack, Neftah, Malphaeus and other dark and light faye visit, Malachi wins the boffer tourney. Bahg Shee Kahn, Lord of the Dark Horde Moritu (of the SCA) attends the fest.

As reported in the Ðaoine Sidhe, Donovan is removed from the ranks of FALO members as of today. FALO now has 36 members.

1994, May 22

As of today, Elowyn Ka becomes an Honorary member and Skull leaves the clan when they move away. Also, Starshadow leaves the council of Elders as of today. FALO now numbers 34 active members and two Honorary members (Ka and Alfgar).

1994, June 25

FALO's second mundane gather, total gather number fifty-nine, at Shepard's Lake, Ringwood State Park, Ringwood, N.J. Despite early rain, a good time is had by the 13 people attending. It is announced that Maya Silverstream has been asked to join the council of Elders. In attendance: Robin, Dave, Shelly & Johnathan, Lara, Terry, Mark M., Joe L. , Debbie & Michael, Joann, Beth, Mary G.

1994, July 30

An unofficial FALO get-together at the opening day of the Sterling Forest . The day is well attended and a good time is had by all.