Kingdom of Umbria

Arizona

Out of the ashes of the Kingdom of Pembroke a new Phoenix was born. Across the deserts of Arizona, the lion’s roar can be heard. Reborn as the Duchy of Umbria, it started fresh with a small core of about 20 people; devoted to making the duchy a place people would enjoy once again while recreating the middle ages. Over the next few years the duchy grew. In September 1998 it was again recognized as a Kingdom. Umbria has slowly made a name for itself with the support of a diverse, strong-willed, tenacious group of people wanting to create a better Umbria for all to enjoy. Umbria may have been called a lot of things over the years, but no one can say we are quitters. Umbria could have gone away but it hasn’t, as you well know.

Umbria has shown time and time again its prowess on the field of Combat. Just say the words Banner War or National Steel Tourney and Umbria is in the forefront. Umbrian Fighters are zealous in their fighting and devoted to their discipline. Umbrians have the privilege of being surrounded by true artistic talent. We have an exceptional group of artisans who always amaze us with their ability to do phenomenal work that range from bardics that are over 400 lines long (delivered flawlessly by pure memorization), to paintings that take your breath away. The artisans with skill in the kitchen serve the food, from fantastic desserts to a scrumptious bread pudding. Those with the knack to create a mean mead or a tongue-tantalizing cordial are Umbrian treasures. Archery has been firmly established in Umbria with the help of a few people who are truly giving of their time and talent, helping others to become better.

Ministers

Canton of Stonecourt:Is Held the 1st Sunday of the Month – Kiwanis Park in Tempe, AZ, 10 a.m.

Canton of Thunar: Is held the 1st Wednesday of the month at La Pradera Park in Phoenix, AZ, 7:30 pm

Canton of El Dorado: Is to be announced - El Paso, TX

El Paso. Texas

Calendar

  • Monthly Crown Event: Held the 3rd Saturday of the month. The site may move, but the default site is El Oso Park in Phoenix, AZ. When the heat of summer is upon us, the time for Court shall be 9 am. When the cooler temperatures return, Court begins at 10 am.
  • Weekly Fighter Practice:Is currently being held at La Pradera Park in Phoenix, AZ, running from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m..

Canton Events

  • Canton of Thunar: Is held the 1st Wednesday of the month at La Pradera Park in Phoenix, AZ, 7:30 pm.
  • Canton of Stonecourt: Is Held the 1st Sunday of the Month – Kiwanis Park in Tempe, AZ, 10 a.m.

Directions to Currently Active Event Sites

For other directions, contact the appropriate Crown, Viceroy or Minister listed above.
  • Directions to El Oso Park: Located at 75th Ave and Osborn Rd in Phoenix, AZ, the Tournament and Archer Field are Located on the East side of the Park off of 73rd and West Sheila Ln. From the I-10, Exit at 75th Ave and turn right and head North 1 ¾ miles to W Weldon Ave, Turn Right and head East to N 73rd Ave, Turn Right and head South to W Sheila Ln. Park on the West side of 73rd Ave, Shouldn’t be able to miss the garbed crowd!
  • Directions to La Pradera Park: Located at 41st Avenue and Glendale Ave. in Phoenix, AZ, southeast corner. From I-17, exit on Glendale, and turn west. Last major light is 35th Avenue; Pass through the 39th Avenue light and turn left at 41st Ave. Event is usually held on the 41st Avenue (Northwest corner) side of the park. If coming in from the western side of town, 43rd Avenue is the last major light; turn right at the light for 41st Avenue. Can’t miss the garbed crowd!
  • Directions to Kiwanis Park: Located at E Baseline Rd and S Mill Ave in Tempe, AZ. Take US-60 to the Mill Ave Exit, Head south on Mill Ave 1 mile (cross Baseline Rd) to S All America Way, Turn South and follow All American Way until you see the Baseball Diamonds and the Batting Cages, Turn Right into the parking lot and look around for a group of Garbed people either we’ll be right off the Street by the baseball diamonds or we’ll be East of the parking lot over by the north side of the batting cages.

    • Directions to Currently Inactive Event Sites

  • Directions to Ecanto Park: Located at 15th Avenue and Encanto Boulevard, southeast corner. From I-10, exit at 7th Avenue, and turn north. At the light (McDowell), turn left and advance to the next light. This is 15th Avenue; turn right and head north. Approximately 1.5 blocks up on the right side is the park. Turn in to the parking lot; the event is located on the baseball field (lighted), and we gather just off of second base. From the north side of town, travel to the intersection of Thomas and 15th Avenue. Turn south on 15th Avenue, and you will turn left just after the light at Encanto Boulevard.
  • Directions to Cactus Park: Located at 39th Avenue and Cactus, southeast corner. From I-17, exit on Cactus, and turn west. Last major light is 35th Avenue; the park is just past Moon Valley High School, on the left side. Turn left at the 39th Avenue light. Event is usually held on the 39th Avenue side of the park. If coming in from the western side of town, 43rd Avenue is the last major light; turn right at the light for 39th Avenue. Can’t miss the garbed crowd!

    • Local Customs

    Tournament of Champions

  • The Tournament of Champions is held at the first Tournament of a New Crowns reign. This Event is held to determine the new Crown Champions in Combat, Arts and Archery. Each of these Lists is run by the Champion for the previous reign, thus there is always a new Champion, plus this allows for some interest scenarios each year.

  • Tournament of Chivalry

  • The Tournament of Chivalry is held in place of April’s Kingdom event. All are welcome. This is a fun event with numerous other competitions besides combat, arts and archery, like Best Bard, Best Favor, Best Declaration of Love, Best Mourner, Best Death, Best Act of Chivalry (so be watching everyone and be prepared to vote) and the Battle of the Flowers for the Ladies. This is an all day event so please be prepared to have lunch on site. Bring tables or picnic blankets to eat on if you happen to attend.

  • Halloween Weapons Combat Practice

  • Halloween Weapons Combat Practice is held during the last Wednesday in October just before Halloween. All are welcome to attend. This is just a pure fun event based on the fact that we all have looked at this plastic Halloween weapons that are on sale each year and said that man I’d like to really hit someone with this. Here’s the requirements, First you have to go out and buy several plastic weapons (more the better, they break quickly). Second, you need to get armored up in Steel Body Armor. And Third go out and fight till all your weapons are busted and broken or Your too tried to fight anymore.