Thanks to my friend Carlo Recalcati (aka "Kal"), founder of the 'Cultural Association
for disclosure and dissemination of Celtic culture, Dario and I attend the Nubilaria Celtic Festival 2010, an extraordinary gathering of Celtic Novellara (from parts of Modena and Reggio Emila, but it is easy: just see where it gets more casinos in the area) . The rich and varied program can be found here
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Our meeting is scheduled for 17:00 on Saturday 4 September. The title is: "The epic Gallic and the Arthurian legend," and we have no idea what to say. Suddenly, as always. But the main themes will be - it goes without saying - the first two books written for the mythological series Senzatempo Agency. Travel unreal in Ireland and Celtic Travel unreal in Britain of Merlin and Arthur.
Now, suppose that all our 16 players and you have better things to do than come to Novellara, in the boundless and insidious Emilia, to hear things that you have already found in our books. Provided that you have read them (not an easy task having its widespread distribution ...). Perhaps, however, given that we are not the best advocates for ourselves, could help us spreading the news.
Or not?
try to convince you with a trick (just as you will understand).
Here's a preview from the book: Senzatempo Agency - Travel unreal in Britain of Merlin and Arthur.
The Birth of Arthur
Emrys Wledig the death of his brother Uthyr ascended the throne and immediately summoned Myrddin that showed him the future.
"Remember the comet that appeared in the sky to the death of your brother?" He began the caster. "You were, indeed, the dragon of fire, the star and showed us just because of that miracle, you have become kings of Prydein. The beam coming out of his mouth that have heralded a powerful son, whose rule will extend across the continent. "
thoughtful and troubled, Uthyr ordered two golden dragons were forged similar to that shown by the star. One assigned it to the Cathedral of Caer Wynt, the other kept it to himself, so to accompany him in battle. For this reason, from that day he was called Uthyr Penndragwn, the head of the Dragons.
But it was fate that peace so painstakingly won does not last long. The son of Hengist, Octa, that King Emrys Wledig had magnanimously saved years before, returned to undermine Prydein. The Saxons rose in the northern provinces of the island and occupied all the strongholds in Caer Efrawg from Alba. Not even the intervention of Uthyr could appease their fury, and the Britons were forced to back up the steep slopes of Mynydd Daneda, where he barricaded.
During the night, the king asked his men what was in their opinion, the best way to launch an attack on the enemies. Gwrleis ap Sardawg, wledig of Cornyw, rose to speak. "The pagans are more numerous than us. If waiting for the dawn, would we certainly suffer a defeat. While, if you take advantage of the dark, and we will overtake them more likely to be able to overpower them. "
Gwrleis The wise advice was well received and fully armed, Uthyr and his warriors moved towards the camp of Octa. -Tight in the midst of the enemy troops, with drawn swords. Taken aback, the Saxons were unable to organize the defense and were promptly routed.
After the victory, he went to Uthyr Llundein and ordered that the prisoners, including Octa, were detained in the prisons of the city.
As Easter was approaching, the king ordered that a special ceremony was organized, to which he invited all the noble Britons. Among the guests were also present Gwrleis Eigyr and his wife, daughter of Amlawdd Wledig, one of the most beautiful ladies Ynys Prydein.
Uthyr As he saw it, fell in love, and from that moment, attention was that for her. Took care not for wanting the best dishes and trays filled with golden bowls full of wine. But above all the smiling, the darts with their eyes and joke with her, regardless of the other guests and her husband.
Gwrleis was so annoyed by the express that the king was courting his wife, who rose from the table and left the room blatantly, without greeting the king.
Puzzled, Uthyr twelve men sent to retrieve it. "I demand that Gwrleis go back and apologize. If you do not obey, bereave him of his lands and his rank. "
Gwrleis But would not hear. "No! I have suffered the most serious offense! For God created the light, will not go back, nor ask forgiveness. Tell Uthyr king that if he wants to talk to me, find me in my fortress of Dinblod . Come, and I will give the welcome she deserves! " Angered by this response, Uthyr gathered the army and went into Cornyw.
absence of any appropriate means to counter the attack, Gwrleis appealed to anyone who wanted to help him defend his rights against the king. And, because it believed it was too dangerous for Eigyr remain at his side, put it in a safe in the fortress Tintagel, with a large number of warriors to defend it. The woman remained alone among those mighty walls, in punishment for her husband and sad for the many men who have been killed because of that stupid contest.
Gwrleis retired to Dinblod, where he was soon joined by the troops of Uthyr. For seven days the king besieged the fort, but without success. He did not think that Eigyr.
Ulffin He called his friend, Lord of Caer Sallawg, so he confided: "Help me, please! The passion for me Eigyr is devouring so much so that, if not satisfy my desire, I'll die! "
" It very difficult to advise you, sire. The fortress of Tintagel, where Gwrleis brought his bride, is located on a cliff surrounded by the sea and the only entrance opens onto a narrow strip of rock. If you tried to capture it with all the troops Prydein, just three men to defend it. "Then Ulffin's face lit up. "However, you may seek the advice of Myrddin, the charmer. Only he is able to help. "
So was called Myrddin. He already knew why Uthyr demanded his help and, within them, disapproved that he had sent many men to die to satisfy his lust.
But at the same time, since the thousand threads of fate were not unknown, he knew that it was necessary to follow through ...
"Eigyr is the most faithful of women, and even if you have won Tintagel, you would never have the his love, "said the magician, after hearing the request of the king. "However I can help you to approach her with a trick. I will work a spell, so you assume the appearance of Gwrleis. Then Ulffin identical to render his page Medaf, while I turn into Brythael, his steward. Thus disguised, we will not have problems to enter the fortress and you can meet Eigyr. However ... "
"Yes?" Asked Uthyr.
"gives me whatever I ask you, after you've fulfilled your wish," said Myrddin.
The king paid no attention to this request, taken by the thought that everything would soon be held with Eigyr. And that evening, as soon as the fog lifted, and met with Myrddin Ulffin.
Caster lifted his rod and all three changed appearance.
Shortly after their horses galloping along the jagged cliffs. When you reach the outskirts of Tintagel, the guardians Gwrleis recognized and did not hesitate to raise the bar.
Uthyr did not think twice: he dismounted from his horse and reached the rooms Eigyr.
"Why are you here, my husband?" The woman asked, amazed.
"I gave up the battle because I wanted to spend the night with you, the most expensive among women," said Uthyr, with the voice of Gwrleis. And this answer, at least, was sincere.
The king gave vent to his passion, his troops, left to besiege the stronghold Dinblod, it beat the walls and in the real clash Gwrleis was killed.
Dawn was breaking when the soldiers frames came to Tintagel, on his way to Eigyr the news that her husband was dead. Uthyr, which still lingered among the covers entertainment in love, fell out of the room.
imagine the amazement of the soldiers when they saw their master, alive and well!
Once they had explained the reason for their dismay, Uthyr laughed. "You are mistaken. As you can see, I'm not dead! I regret, however, that my fortress was destroyed and my men killed. Now there is a risk that the King of Prydein is channeled here, so I think it is more prudent to meet him and try to make a deal with him. "
Eigyr left from the one who believed her husband without any fear. And when, later, the soldiers took him to the lifeless body of Tintagel Gwrleis, she fell into a heart-rending cry.
Meanwhile, Uthyr and his companions had ridden up to the banks of a stream. Myrddin washed their faces, to buy back the original appearance, then the king returned to his camp, where soldiers informed him of the death of Gwrleis.
Now that the passion was diminished, Uthyr realized he had not hated the lord of Cornyw far as to wish for death and grieving, was reunited with Ulffin Myrddin and to decide what to do.
"Sire, since you can not change the past, you will need to offer compensation to the young widow," said Myrddin. "Take a wife and take care of her. But never to reveal what happened tonight. "
" I will gladly "Uthyr promised.
"Also remember that you have sworn to fulfill any desire you I would have exposed" the magician said.
"That's right" granted to the king.
"Well, you give me the child was conceived that night." Myrddin stared at him, adamant. "And you'll never tell anyone that this is your son."
Uthyr took a deep breath, hit the request. On the other hand had a son, a young brave named Madawg, and the succession was assured. What he cared for a child of Eigyr, on which he could never prove paternity?
"And now good-bye, sir," concluded Myrddin. "I do not see me again before your baby is born."
unprotected after the death of her husband, agreed to marry Eigyr Uthyr Penndragwn. The marriage was celebrated with a feast, and the king was reconciled with relatives and allies of Gwrleis. Since Uthyr not ever revealed what had happened, the poor tormented Eigyr you wondering who the man was that, in the guise of her husband, had visited on that fateful night. She had in fact discovered to be pregnant but was unable to say who was the father of the unborn, and it filled her with shame.
"There is only one solution," said Uthyr, conscious of the terrible promise to Myrddin. "Give birth in secret, and little is grown far from here."
When the time came the day Eigyr gave birth to a boy. Loyal to the instructions of Myrddin, taken Uthyr the baby, wrapped in a cloth and handed it to the midwife. 'Go to the gates of the fortress, and entrust the child to the man who will be waiting. "
Without understanding the reason for that order, the woman left the fortress in the twilight and saw an old beggar. Without a word, the man took hold of fagottello and disappeared into the mist.
And, if it is not enough to convince the fans, it means that we are dedicated to jokes.
Between us, we are already devoted to jokes.
But that's another story, which is better not to know ...