Here and beyond

EDITOR’s NOTE [November 2024] As the editor-in-chief of The Irish Field Archery Monthly (TIFAM), I am always torn between two alternatives that define the role of this magazine: are we…

ANDREW’S 20 Questions

This is the 22nd interview and this month sees an archer of target/archery Ireland origins but who is becoming a more frequent presence at various field shoots which is great as he is one of the most bubbliest, brightest, and amiable people I've met, even if I really only have got to know him this past year. So this month it is the turn of Wicklow archer Alan Callister, the larger than life character who we should all get to know.

The format of this interview is 20 questions, the first 10 of which are generally the same, specifically around the subjects of archery career and experiences to date, the 2nd set of 10 is usually broader as the interviewee chooses 10 random numbers themselves from 11-60 which dictates what questions I ask them.

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The Phoenix Archer – Orion’s Legacy – Chapter 1

Considered the most established of Anordaithe’s five continents, The Sigel still hides beautiful and wicked revelations yet to be found.

After receiving an invitation from the Maytoni Summiteers, Alejandro Zaragosa, Ksenia Kiamount, and Blair Ruthvane travel to The Sigel. The trio fall into a conspiracy, millennia in the making, forcing them along a path which crosses into the works of the very legend whose crusade sought to slay Alejandro – Orion Aldenberg.

Lost on another trail, Luciana Doran is in mourning for the man who restored a life to her. With a rogue Summiteer, she pursues the tracks of an unknown force threatening to bring forth an evil Orion worked to keep secret.

Presenting, the follow up to The Phoenix Archer, set shortly after the events of the first story, The Phoenix Archer – Orion’s Legacy.

The Phoenix Archer – Orion’s Legacy – Prologue

Considered the most established of Anordaithe’s five continents, The Sigel still hides beautiful and wicked revelations yet to be found.

After receiving an invitation from the Maytoni Summiteers, Alejandro Zaragosa, Ksenia Kiamount, and Blair Ruthvane travel to The Sigel. The trio fall into a conspiracy, millennia in the making, forcing them along a path which crosses into the works of the very legend whose crusade sought to slay Alejandro – Orion Aldenberg.

Lost on another trail, Luciana Doran is in mourning for the man who restored a life to her. With a rogue Summiteer, she pursues the tracks of an unknown force threatening to bring forth an evil Orion worked to keep secret.

Presenting, the follow up to The Phoenix Archer, set shortly after the events of the first story, The Phoenix Archer – Orion’s Legacy.

Killigarry shoot Photo-recap

Killygarry Archers, based at Pullamore Farm in Cavan, Ireland, is led by Sean Crow, a dedicated IFAF committee member, accomplished archer, and long-standing Irish representative at major international competitions. Sean’s leadership and charismatic community spirit have made the club a hub for archery enthusiasts. Known for organizing challenging yet thoroughly enjoyable traditional and field archery competitions, the club draws archers from all skill levels. With years of experience behind them,

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Loch Riach ~ photostory ~

Log Riach Traditional Archery Club:
Located in the heart of nature, Log Riach Traditional Archery Club is a haven for archers who appreciate the traditional aspect of the sport. The club specializes in longbow and recurve archery, offering events that challenge archers in the most natural and scenic environments. If you’re passionate about field archery, you’ll find no better place to hone your skills and connect with like-minded enthusiasts.

Ready to join the adventure? Visit Log Riach Traditional Archery Club’s official site here to learn more about upcoming events, membership, and how you can become part of this incredible archery community.

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Lesser things and trivia…

“Old stories endure, even as the world changes’”. This is the tale of the Phantom Archer of Dunluce. As they say, the legend is deeply rooted in the castle's history and has been passed down from generation to generation. The ruins of Dunluce Castle stand among the windswept cliffs of Antrim and are a reminder of human ambition in the face of the power of nature.

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ANDREW’S 20 Questions

For this 19th installment we focus on a well recognised, liked and skilled flatbow archer. he is easily recognised by his choice of head covering- a viking/ Scandinavian hat as well as the fact he is usually accompanied by his partner Marika. they always bring colour and smiles to an archery event and are both dedicated to the sport we all love. Both are talented craftspeople too. So this month it is none other than the one and only - MART MÜRK. the format of this interview is 20 questions, the first 10 of which are largely the same, specifically around the subjects archery career and experiences to date, the 2nd set of 10 are usually broader as the interviewee chooses 10 random numbers themselves from 11-60 which dictates what questions i ask them.

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Expeditionary

The second of a series of short stories about The Archery Guild and its members, set in a fantasy world, known as Anordaithe.

For those familiar with The Phoenix Archer, the Dytrentian Empire gets mentioned a few times. In this short piece, follow a greedy member of its Expeditionary Force for a insight into Empire's armed forces.

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We always work against the time

There is an old Latin proverb: “Vivit post funera virtus,” which translates to “Virtue lives after death.” This saying expresses the belief that though a person’s body dies, their virtues and values remain alive in the memory of others. It is an undeniable truth about our spiritual state, but the most intriguing aspect of this posthumous reflection is what is not immediately visible or audible—the process by which people come to remember and speak of these virtues, the process that ensures, as the proverb states, these virtues continue to live, even though the person to whom they are attributed is already far away.

The Science of Arrows

Introduction Archery would not be possible without arrows and they are the most important part of the equipment set. Tommy, the seminole indian referenced in Maurice Thompson’s 1878 book ‘The…

The Phoenix Archer – Orion’s Legacy – Chapter 3

Considered the most established of Anordaithe’s five continents, The Sigel still hides beautiful and wicked revelations yet to be found.

After receiving an invitation from the Maytoni Summiteers, Alejandro Zaragosa, Ksenia Kiamount, and Blair Ruthvane travel to The Sigel. The trio fall into a conspiracy, millennia in the making, forcing them along a path which crosses into the works of the very legend whose crusade sought to slay Alejandro – Orion Aldenberg.

Lost on another trail, Luciana Doran is in mourning for the man who restored a life to her. With a rogue Summiteer, she pursues the tracks of an unknown force threatening to bring forth an evil Orion worked to keep secret.

Presenting, the follow up to The Phoenix Archer, set shortly after the events of the first story, The Phoenix Archer – Orion’s Legacy.

The Phoenix Archer – Orion’s Legacy – Chapter 2

Considered the most established of Anordaithe’s five continents, The Sigel still hides beautiful and wicked revelations yet to be found.

After receiving an invitation from the Maytoni Summiteers, Alejandro Zaragosa, Ksenia Kiamount, and Blair Ruthvane travel to The Sigel. The trio fall into a conspiracy, millennia in the making, forcing them along a path which crosses into the works of the very legend whose crusade sought to slay Alejandro – Orion Aldenberg.

Lost on another trail, Luciana Doran is in mourning for the man who restored a life to her. With a rogue Summiteer, she pursues the tracks of an unknown force threatening to bring forth an evil Orion worked to keep secret.

Presenting, the follow up to The Phoenix Archer, set shortly after the events of the first story, The Phoenix Archer – Orion’s Legacy.

Tegfan’s Bow

For anyone who has read The Phoenix Archer, the name Tegfan Fielder will be familiar.

This his own story, focusing on a tale surrounding his longbow which never made it into the chapter featuring The Scarred Foresters and Luciana Doran's own personal crusade seeing its apotheosis.

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