Abbey of Leng
File:Example.jpg==The Abbey in the SCA==
The Abbey is both a household in the Society for Creative Anachronism and a group of friends who find pleasure (and typically, amusement) in each other's company.
The origins of the Abbey of Leng are buried deep within the dank catacombs of time. Earliest references of the Abbey point to an original location on the blasted Plains of Leng, but more recent memories have charted its migration path, highlighted by bizarre and mystical occurrences, thru the deepest wastes of the Kyzyl-Kum and over the highest mountains of Asia Minor to the less frequented parts of the Balkans. The Abbey made an appearance in the Barony of Calafia around A.S. IX (around the time Caid became a Principality).
The Abbey is an ecclesiastical household, comprised of multiple priories under the overall authority of the Abbot. The other members hold spiritual duties (brother and sisters) or are lay members (retainers).
The myriad rumors of the Abbey being a dangerous, secretive organization, interested only in acquisition of power and wealth are quite untrue. The Abbey is a deeply spiritual household, populated by simple souls, not wise in the ways of commerce and warfare. That's our story and we're sticking to it.
The Abbey is a bit of a rarity as SCA households go: it has been granted lands within Caid. These lands, mostly situated between the Baronies of Calafia and Gyldenholt, are to provide a peaceful boundary between the two baronies. In the distant past, there were those who attempted to foment discord and warfare between the two baronies, and the Abbey, traditionally politically independent, agreed to defend either barony against attack by its neighbor. So far, the Abbey has not had to use its warband to defend the border, but it always stands ready should the need arise.
The Abbey Host
The Abbey�s spiritual and ultimate master is the Abbot. The Abbot is the spirit of the Abbey made manifest. There has only been one in the history of the household. On his rare appearances, he wears black robes with a veiled face. The Abbot is always escorted by members of the Caput Mortuum.
Priors are both spiritual and secular leaders, who interpret the will of the Abbot and pass his bidding onto the members of their respective priories. Traditionally, the Priors have always numbered three. The Prior Vice-Garant is the Voice of the Abbot. Priors can be identified by their black robe secured with a red sash.
The Fidei Defensor (Defender of the Faith) is the household champion and defender of the Abbot. This honor is decided yearly by contest of skill at arms and guile. The Fidei Defensor wears a semi-circular black cape with a gold upright hammer on the left shoulder.
Brothers and Sisters are the ecclesiastical members of the household. They wear grey hooded robes secured with white rope cinctures. Those Brothers and Sisters who demonstrated their aptitude with heavy weapons are members of the Caput Mortuum, and wear black hooded robes with a white rope cincture.
Retainers are the strong arm of the Abbot. It is by these members that the great majority of the household fund raising efforts are organized, and any serious work is performed. On ceremonial occasions, Retainers wear a red cape and travel heavily armed.
The Abbey Horde is the offspring of Abbey members. In a rare burst of generous spirit, the household has not insisted that such offspring be members of the household, and they are given every opportunity to effect an escape.
Friends of the Abbey are spouses, significant others, and good companions who choose to join us in our activities, share our encampment, drink our beer, and laugh at our antics, but who are not forced into participating in our many strange and dangerous rituals (like household meetings). (Please do not hold this association against them).
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