Gulf Wars Royalty (2026)

By the grace of the Aesir and the might of the Rivers, We, James and Christine, King and Queen of the River Valley Realm, send forth this mighty call to all peoples of the Knowne World!

Hark, the time of the Great Muster is upon us! The chilling grip of Fimbulwinter has broken, and the longships of the South sail once more upon a sea of green grass. The great hearth of the Gulf Coast is laid, the mead halls are raised high, and the echoes of the shield wall beckon! Let the trumpets sound the arrival of the faithful, for the encampment of Gulf Wars shall be our Midgard! We welcome every soul—warrior, artisan, scholar, and merchant—to our shores with an open heart and boundless hospitality.

It is our hope that all valiant warriors gather their thralls and huscarls, sharpen the edge of their mighty axes, and ready their shields! Let the glory of the battlefield be the song of their fathers. For days we shall clash, testing the very Wyrd of the Gods, and proving your worthiness to walk with the Einherjar! Let the clash of steel be a thunderous oath to Odin! To those who test their mettle with live weapons, may your aim be true and your discipline unwavering; the targets await your precision. The field also calls the swift and skilled riders: let the equestrian events be a grand display of power and grace between horse and hero!

Likewise, the wise must bring forth the treasures of their craft! The forges shall burn bright with the breath of Surtr, and the looms shall weave the tapestries of Freya. Let the exchange of manor-fare and the sharing of skaldic tales fill the long nights. We throw open the doors to the Halls of Learning: come and share your mastery in Arts and Sciences, attend the plentiful classes, and pass on the wisdom of ages! May your artistry be as keen as a Viking blade! To all merchants and traders, bring your finest wares! Let the shopping areas overflow with treasures, ensuring every visitor finds a bounty to take home.

Finally, let the merry lay down their burdens, light the bonfire high, and let the horns be filled with sweet draughts! Let the feast be a bounty worthy of Valhalla, and the laughter ring out like the chimes of Gjallarhorn! We shall celebrate the bonds of fellowship—the true treasure of our realm. Our Dragon’s heart beats strongest when our hall is filled with the clamor of allies and the joyous fray of friendly foes. We welcome you, one and all, with the open hand of hospitality and the promise of a memorable saga. May your journey be swift, may your tent pegs hold fast against the winds of Jörmungandr, and may your deeds at this great Assembly be worthy of the bards’ greatest epic! Let the tales of this Gulf Wars be told for a thousand years! Come, let us make a memory that will not fade until the final twilight of Ragnarök!

In strength and joy,

James Lestrange called the Holy
The Serpent of Wolfwine, the Seventh son of Ormhaxen and Odreggrs Seer

Christine, Edun Blossom
The daughter of the downwind and Sif’s most Cherished Thorn

Skål! May the Gods guide your journey hither!

Greetings from King Creppin and Queen Cristyana of Ansteorra. Welcome Great Populace to the Known World’s greatest war without enemies! During this exciting week, you’ll experience noble feats, inspiring arts and sciences, challenging contests, and lively revelry. We hope your travels were smooth and you’re ready for fun. We encourage you to make new friends across Kingdoms and renew old ones, learn a new skill, and take advantage of all that Gulf Wars has to offer. If you have time, please consider volunteering. It’s a wonderful way to serve your Kingdom and meet new people. Our volunteers make this event possible—thank you for your generosity! Join us for the Ansteorran Chili Social, now with tacos! Whether you prefer mild, spicy, or fiery flavors, our fixin’ bar has something for every palate. As Gulf Wars comes to a close, we hope you leave with cherished memories and unique wares from Merchants Row to enjoy until we meet again.

With friendship and gratitude,

Creppin and Cristyana, King and Queen of Ansteorra

Greetings one and all and welcome to Gulf Wars XXXIV. Gulf Wars has amazing things planned for us all and We are excited to be here with you! We would encourage you to take some time to get to know your neighbors, whether they be across the field from you or camping next door. This is an excellent time to forge new friendships with folks from all across the known world and build bonds that could last a lifetime. We look forward to seeing you on the field, in the halls and around the camp fires.
Have a marvelous event!

Chinua and Jacqueline, Khan and Khatun, Meridies

Greetings! We are ecstatic for what this next week has in store for all of us. From fighting side by side in battle, to celebrating some of the most wonderful creations that the known world has to offer, or reveling with our closest friends and allies. There is no doubt that this will be a war that will not soon be forgotten. Consider all the possibilities you have this week. Go fight someone you have never fought before, learn something new in a class, or consider volunteering. It is these things that make new memories and connections in this dream that we love so very much. Have fun! We look forward to living the dream with you this week.

Welcome to Gulf Wars XXXIV. Vivat!

King Logan and Queen Bronach