From the Ministry of Boffers, 2000

{i>Greetings to the young and noble populace of Caid.

Congratulations to the new reigning Magesties, Sir Edric and Battista. Their support for both the boffer program and the Youth Ministry will allow each of these areas to grwo even more this reign. The Queen has shown Her support for the youth of Caid even further by selecting several boffer warriors for Her Queen's guard. These newest members of her court are Lord Bryce and Lord Hamish from Calafia, and selected lieutenants were Lord Inar McConan, Lady Michele DeSevignay, and Lord Christopher. Her Magesty wanted to start with a small guard and will build the group up with time. So if you are interested in this honor, please keep participating and helping where you can.

Queen's Champion: was a huge success with over 25 boffer warriors competing for a multitude of prizes donated by Lady Elspeth. Thanks to her, every person who competed was able to win a prize. Her Majesty also made hand-carved leather belt favors for each champion. The champions of the day are 6 and under, young Lady Rosie; 7-9, Lord Christopher, (barely edging out Bryce). and 10 and up was Lord Angus. They will all be joining Her Majesty's court and attending court as Her protector during her reign. Many thanks to all the individuals who helped run the boffer event as well - without you the boffers couldn't continue.

Great Western War III: The Great Western War III was also a huge success. There were over 42 kids competing over a two-day period in both tournaments and castle melees. There was a torch-light tourney on Friday night and melees in the castle on Saturday afternoon.