The clan arrived in the best of fashions, all together that is, to the Trade fair event. We pitched our camp and proceeded to the nearest Tesguard for some refreshments. I was in the last chariot and was surprised when we got slightly lost, as it is usually me that loses my way......

By any account the problems started when we returned to our meeting tent that evening, a strange demon appeared claiming himself to be called "Bankruptcy" and proceeded to turn all our home-brew in the tent to Water !!!! This we could stand as we had more in our stores, however when the Demon insulted our most sacred ancestor "Betsy" and the rest of our cattle, we could stand no more !

We all grabbed our weapons and went outside to twat the demon, however nothing seemed to work against it. This slur on our ancestors caused Yargon to go Berserk he continued to belt the demon with his weapon to no avail. Eventually it took half the Clan to calm him and the other half to hold him down.

Nobby, Myself and Breaca however stood in front of the demon between it and the tent. One minute we were all talking (shouting) to it, and the next Nobby was trying to run away in terror for an unknown reason and Breaca was thrown out of the way with some force. Which left me in front of the tent alone........ for some unknown reason it did not attack or even touch me, instead it turned and vanished...... Nothing else really happened that night, so we all got more provisions and settled down to our usual habits.

The next day we had arranged to collect and protect The Lady Agnes from the Weapon Smiths Guild from the ritual circle around 12 of the clock. When we arrived what we saw was not the Lady, but a few people in funny clothes (well to mine, that is) dancing and singing.

A few brave people tried to get them out but they were trapped in the ritual circle with them, and then they all vanished. After this event the Ritual circle activated again and the Lady Agnes appeared but with no Weapons..... as usual the postal service was a few minutes late..... I was then assigned to my Lady's side as Bodyguard for the weekend, after this nothing really happened until near the end of the weekend, but more about that later.........

Teran …..

Though there was a certain amount of drinking and entertainment it could not really compare to the chaotic singing, dancing and carousing for which Clan McYokel are infamous. Now I'm not saying that such extreme levels would have been appropriate in this case but perhaps a happy average could have been reached.

Some entertainment was brought to the Masked ball on the Saturday by Mordred and his Chaos smarties which had strange effects upon the recipients. There were also a number of his minions around causing some difficulties.

Singing was provided by Rhino of the Lions (some form of dwarven love song) and one Supposeiamatraitor Hanghim (who provided a startling contrast to Rhino's song) Dancing was provided by Degar belly dancing at the request of Matron Mother Ysmina Kara Dul and Myself performing Ballet in a pink tutu as requested by Matron Mother Saravay Gereshen.

As it was the day of my birth Matron Saravay lead a rendition of "Happy birthday" and presented me with a card and a badge after myself and Degar had reprised our dances from earlier.

A treasure hunt through the underdark was organised by House Kara Dul during a slack moment which involved seeking after a number of items whilst avoiding / removing the local denizens. This was eventually won by the Al Arabead who produced 3 of the 5 items and soon after Thalack was seen to be chanting (by request of a matron mother) "I shall not get caught" repeatedly, I gather that the one item he returned had been gained by nefarious means. There was also a scouts test, a grand melee for warriors which was won by Krimm, and a power users challenge which was won by Thalack Noquar, an incantor, despite Xixix, the high mage for the tarantulas, entering.

As for other events over the weekend, there were a number of attacks from unliving who seem somewhat active of late, and one dark Cardinal paid a visit to demand the return of the sword Jarek had obtained at the recent Violet Mages birthday celebrations. He eventually returned and threatened to destroy the city if the sword was not returned at which stage Jarek willingly went with the Black Cardinal to stop this destruction.

Rhino challenged Mordred to a wrestling match. To be played out over three legs at the two faction moots and the gathering.

There was the usual high level of plotting and intrigue to be witnessed at such events with many profitable deals being made and broken.

Fincael of House Kara Dul…

Yargon McYokel, High Incantor of the Bears, had nothing much to say about this meet. He left this reporter standing, mumbling something about no

bar, getting some stuff and had a hug from an earth elemental. But the singing was bloody good, even the Prince Bishop joined in and a drow out drank many a hart and wolf, OK he did suffer the next day for it.

Reporter for the McYokel Bull

Around the World in lots of Pubs

Denzils Pub Guide part 3.

The Dragons Back, Cymrja .

As some of you may be aware that, for a variety of reasons, I have recently been enjoying a stay in Cymrja. It seems only fair then to give the local tavern the once over and sample a few of the local brews.

So off to the local tavern; the Dragons Back (something often sighted on the battlefield!). It’s a very plain, open affair with the bar sitting like an island in the middle. Around the building’s outer wall are situated a conspicuously large number of entrances (or perhaps that should be exists ?). The atmosphere is good with a lot of quaffing going on

and the patrons are always up for a good story about past glories. The beer is all top notch ["top notch" …. Are you feeling alright Denzil ? - Ed] with special mentions going to …..

Old Phalanx Ale - a solid, slow-drinking beer which can have a devastating effect on the unwary. It certainly felt like the Dragon faction had spent the night marching over my head after I drank a few too many of these.

Dragons Flame - With the warmth and fire of a good Caledonia spirit, it’s served only in half flagons … apparently if left in a flagon for too long it starts to dissolve the pewter.

The locals at the bar enjoy a good sing song as much as the next man [so your voice can’t have been too popular - Ed], but later in the night the party games (such as Sheep Tossing and Under-Arm Duck Spinning) come to the fore. A few scuffles can occur over interpretations of the rules (and use of various less conventional handholds) but these are mostly good natured and they tend to prefer to talk out their differences.

OVERALL - rating of 2 claymores and a shortsword for rowdiness … but due to the nature of the ale they serve this is not altogether surprising ; definitely the place for a serious drink without too many distractions.

Well, we must apologise for any information that was interpreted wrongly. However, now the clan has the Sporran of Fertility (Sporran of Fertility, WOOF!) I believe that life in the clan may become a bit easier…..

Editor Note:-

Due to a request by the Morigan and the producers of the following article "News of the Woad" they have asked for a section in The Bull. We have no trouble with this request for this publication is open to everyone, if however reader do not agree please tell us !

The Blodwyn (the celtic healing queen) has recently given birth to a fine young boy. The boy is actually the child of the Morigan (the celtic warrior queen - and faction leader) and her now deceased husband Thorfinn Macbeth. The child was conceived while

Thorfinn was embodied with the spirit of the Dagda, the celtic God of Power.

The child, being the son of the God of Power and the Goddess of War bears the true bloodline to the throne of Caledonia. Mephisto McSnaga, Bear High Ritualist, has prophesied a new and bloody chapter in the history of Caledonia; one in which the True King will lead his people to great victory. In a recent naming ceremony, the child was named Angus Ryan. Angus, The God of Love is the son of the Dagda and Ryan means 'Little King'.

Lord Wraith, the Bear war leader who led the Bears to an ignoble defeat last year, is said to be confused after 'evidence' was found suggesting that he was the True King. He apparently remembers nothing of his heritage. It has been suggested that parchment depicting the Bear medallion he wears incorrectly envisioned that the bearer is the True King and that instead he will fight for the True King and lead the celts into battle in his name until the child comes of age.

Let's hope that his last battle isn't anything to go on (and that the odds are more favourable in the future.)

Recent reports of McSnaga clansmen pillaging over the border in Albion are not entirely without foundation. It is understood that the Cartographers Guild was fed inaccurate information as to the border between Albion and Caledonia and that they unfortunately placed established McSnaga hunting grounds south of the border on their maps.

Consequently, the people of Albion have been straying into these areas and even building villages there. There has apparently been loss of life and the blame is being put squarely at the feet of the 'marauding' McSnagas.

McSnaga clan chieftain, Spud McSnaga, wearer of the holy socks, ex-paladin of Danu, ex-captain of the Lions and Knight of the Boar was unavailable for comment as he was 'on holiday in Albion'.

Faction High Ritualist, Mephisto McSnaga claimed that as he was not the clan chieftain, he could not speak for his clan and had no interest in military affairs. It was put to him that he attended the inter-faction pre-battle meeting last year. Unfortunately all copies of his reply have mysteriously disappeared.

Sporran of Fertility

Last seen with Denzil McYokel in the court yard of the old Barn…….. if found please return to a certain McPooh!!

Lord Wraith may not have ideas above his station.

(but who'd believe it ?)

Morigan to wed noble Dragon (whether he likes it or not !)

McSnagas can turn into Were-Boars !

(See Drow homepage for details.)

6 foot Baby spotted in Morigan's castle.

Give me an M, give me an O, give me an R, D, R, give me an E, give me a D.

What does that spell ? ....... "Sorry Floris".

Now that Hamish McLoony is dead ..... again, the search is on for a new clan chieftain. Some have suggested that Hamish (the Morigan's father) be restored to unlivingness again, but physicians are objecting on the grounds that they have re-sewn so much of him back together in the past that there is practically only stitches left of him.

Mephisto McSnaga claims his address is:

mcsnaga@mcsnaga.screaming.net

but this paper suspects this to be some kind of secret magical code.

The Matron Mother McDroo has spent the last few months shopping 'off-world'. Apparently The Violet Mage owed her a favour and 'paid for her ticket'.

The Clan McYokel is endeavouring to defeat the sassanack scum from within by drinking them dry of their alcohol stocks.

Mangus Mangussonsson (Head of the Ritualists Guild) isn't letting success go to his head after signing Floris Brand up as a member of his Guild.

.... and that concludes the voting for Norway.

Up the Celts !

(Almost) everything you wanted to know about the Clan McPooh !

Roo, Tigger, Owl, Mave, Rabbit and Piglet all live in 100 Acre Wood in Caledonia. Like most celts there’s nothing a McPooh likes better than a party with lots of Beer, Singing and Dancing with men in Kilts.

Their Ancestor, Pooh Bear, is thought of almost as if a god. In his name the clan tests men in hope of finding the reincarnation of Pooh’s closest friend Christopher Robin. This has given the McPoohs a slight reputation; mainly thanks to tigger being loud… but she says "that’s what tiggers do best! "

Amongst their achievements at the Gathering ’96 was the special bond established between themselves and the Clan McYokel. They also discovered the North Pole (allegedly in Teutonia) and placed the clan on the spot with a placard saying ….

The McPoohs are not primarily a fighting group and most are incantors, spellcasters and healers… even though Owl and Piglet can be quite fierce and scary. The Clan support the Queenies and think Wraith Buchannon is quite cute.

Dear Uncle Yargon,

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Mental of Caledonia

Dear Hablibut,

SHUT UP !!!!

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