My day at the Kryal Castle MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL

My day at the Kryal Castle medieval festival.
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[@floofzykitty5072]

Just wanted to say I listened to the audio book version of Shad's book and was very impressed not just by the writing, but the narration. I really enjoyed it, and of course it's not perfect (no book is), but I found it very enjoyable. I especially enjoy how he doesn't push female characters to the side and fleshes them out. In fantasy books such as Lord of the Rings, female characters often don't get much "screen time". I look forward to future books and where his writing takes him.

[@Beregond1861]

I believe I bought the physical copies of Shad's books. I'm super excited! Hopefully I'll get them in the mail soon. I also love Tolkien's works of course, and even though Jackson's awesome films gave more screen time to the women, the trilogy he directed also certainly made Arwen less mature and made Faramir seem like a huge jerk.

[@dedhyrumahsurabaya8975]

​@@Beregond1861 ysop

[@Beregond1861]

@@dedhyrumahsurabaya8975 Do you know English?

[@fh9123]

Haha as a European it's so funny seeing this all the way in Australia, I had no idea!

[@DarthAxolotl]

Seeing a medieval blacksmith with an Australian accent was funnier than I thought it would be

[@walkir2662]

... I did *not* expect to be greeted by the anthem...

[@wserthmar8908]

@@DarthAxolotl , oh I'm sure the medieval English spoke only in noble British accent.

[@baskkev7459]

Think in Australia and America this is bigger is in Europe

[@DarthAxolotl]

@Wserthmar they will have spoken with a great many accents. However, I doubt any were modern Australian

[@danielleedwards5724]

We had hoped to speak to you while we were there but you were a very busy man. We hope you enjoyed your time in Ballarat and at the festival.

[@lathanchurch8352]

You mean the field peasants

[@robertseptim3579]

To see them selling Imperius was so wholesome! I was not expecting that! More videos of you going out on the field and talking to people please! These videos are great! They keep the love for history and medieval fantasy alive!

[@crusadernikolai1996]

“Now would you say this is your favorite store in the citadel?”

[@sgt.killstreak3021]

"Say Hi kids!" "G'day mate!" Yup. They're his

[@angryman2406]

You are a good man, Shad. You deserve every bit of recognition you get from folk in the field. Keep on rocking!

[@justkiddin84]

We have them in the US, too! Fun day! Thanks, Shad!

[@KairuHakubi]

Imagine going to a medieval festival and seeing your very own fantasy sword being sold..

[@ozziestig1136]

I like the Fan at 8:45 kneeling with the cricket bat, very Australian.

[@WitherFang]

It was nothing less than glorious!

[@paulpiche8370]

THIS is why Shad's content works so well. He has educated so many people on a wide range of topics, yet he goes with humility to learn and ask questions. That humility will keep you learning.

[@dermagnus8482]

When Shad makes a own fantasy show/series I would watch it.

[@totalcomputerdependency]

He wrote a book if you aren’t aware

[@bayoubilly5176]

As someone who considers himself quite picky and does nothing cuz "I'm a fan" it's quite good actually. He really tried to be different and he pulled it off far as I'm concerned.

[@Janintong]

And Shad knows not to put it on Amazon Prime

[@FeyKitsune]

The festival was so fun! It was so cool seeing you there in real life Shad! I wish I'd have said "hey" properly and gotten a selfie :p I saw the back scabbard and pouldrons first and was like... Wait a second I know those from somewhere! About those tents: Epic Armoury in Oakleigh I think they're based? They sell the big fancy tents and pavilions. I think it's the same place that of swords and science is based out of too!

[@oliwardcomics]

love the guy with the mass effect reference @4:48

[@АйбулатИсхаков]

How could Shad not say it? "This is my favorite store in the citadel" - that wasn't hard to say!

[@oliwardcomics]

@@АйбулатИсхаков it seemed he didnt even hear it over his excitement for the blade he was being presented with

[@crusadernikolai1996]

Shad may not have reacted but that guy made me genuinely laugh out

[@ethanol540]

Omg kryal castle, brings back so many memories

[@crusadernikolai1996]

4:46 “now would you say this is your favorite store in the citadel” having just come off mass effect (free on ps plus) this made me bust out laughing

[@ofscienceandswords1341]

We are a shenanigans based enterprise...

[@Agellid01]

4:04 shad's laughter is priceless lol

[@crusadernikolai1996]

That guy really said “I know you!”

[@MCguy52]

Man that leather work is amazing

[@BlackDouglas1000]

This video takes me back to my days in the SCA. In the USA Panther Primatives was were we got our historical tents.

[@GCCRACER]

I like the content of your channel, but really it's your attitude towards fellow humans that makes you great.

[@masonwheeler6536]

4:48: "Now would you say this is your favorite store on the Citadel?" Hey! That's not a medieval fantasy property! 🤣

[@lucasgullerdal8641]

I literally could not stop smiling while watching this video. I would honestly travel to Australia just to hope that when I go to a medieval festival, you would make an appearance!

[@bypyros1933]

If you ever come to visit Spain I would recommend the following castles: Loarre Olite Belmonte Segovia Coca Calatrava la Nueva Almodóvar del Río La Mota Oropesa Santa Catalina Alhambra There are more, but I think the list is already long enough. There's also Turégano, which is a castle built around a church.

[@Chesemiser]

Every time I see these kinds of comments the more I wish the US had castles cause the closest thing is the old forts that are on the opposite part of the US from me

[@anthropomorphicpeanut6160]

@@Chesemiser here in Spain every province seems to have at least a decently important castle afaik lol. And every single village I've visited, it doesn't matter how small, has at least one small medieval church

[@vraku9624]

I'v been to Segovia. Beautiful

[@brycesagner4497]

I love the little everyday things that people can tell you.

[@richard_n]

I really love the dedication some people have to being authentic. I know it's a ton of work and I appreciate it when someone goes all out.

[@kevlarandchrome]

I think I see where your inspiration came from for your future plans with The Shadlands. Looks like it was a great time.

[@therevanchist1123]

Missed the best part the food lol, but I will say fan interactions can make an otherwise uneventful event into a lasting memory, like this past comic con and my boy getting to meet Johnny Bosch, wasn’t the best event but I know that will stick with him forever. Can’t wait to get my books really looking forward to them taking their place right next to my Witcher set

[@norryvamp]

As an European, I rarely realize how much I take actual castles for granted :D

[@Chesemiser]

Yeah Utah has a whopping 0 and it is quite disappointing

[@Chesemiser]

@Druid of Scosglen Sounds like a good plan all I need is a large budget, some good planning and plenty of time, you happen to know where I could get all that?

[@sierraMaddin]

kinda strange seeing a medieval market in australia. i live in germany near the medieval town of Michelstadt and seeing this stuff in the usa and other oversea continents make me smile everytime

[@Chesemiser]

Now I just wish that they would find their way over to Utah

[@ViperChief117]

Shad is looking boss at the Medieval Festivals. Always love seeing these videos when you drop them. Lol

[@Chesemiser]

He never does fail to deliver on these nor on the absolute style he exudes at these festivals

[@paxbandito3939]

There is a company called Panther Primitive that has been selling those kind of tents for years. They have excellent quality and customer service. Although, I am from the US; so I don't know whether they are global or not.

[@f38stingray]

4:48 Did he say, "favorite store on the Citadel" while handing Shad Imperious? A man of culture.

[@NewWorldOrgone]

Shad is such a good bro. His success is very well deserved

[@joshyoder871]

I love this. The last time I looked up Australian history, they have about as much connection to medieval times as we do in the States, but showing appreciation for the past is both important and fun!

[@robo5013]

I don't understand how so many people in this comment section can't understand that all people of European ancestry have a connection to the middle ages, both in Australia and the U.S. History didn't happen in a vacuum. Everything that happened impacted the events that came after. Medieval Europe is when the powerful monarchies came into being allowing for the later wealth and resources that enabled them to colonize the two continents as well as the rest of the world. The colonial era is a time in history that still directly impacts the world today, most notably in race relations between people in their own countries much less international relations. All history is connected to the present, if someone hadn't invented the pottery wheel over ten thousand years ago we wouldn't have computers to watch YT videos on.

[@bayoubilly5176]

I had a band back in the day that semi "made" it locally. You are very good with your fans. So many don't realize how much it can mean to someone to just stop and thank your fans. It's the least we can do(not even close to semi famous anymore lol). Good on you Shad. As a fan myself I would definitely be a bit nervous for the very reason you mentioned. Even though I've been on the other side however briefly.

[@ztSHOCK]

I liked how at several of the artisans' displays, you could see the artisans motion as if they were about to explain their craft, only for Shad to immediately look at the camera and explain the functions himself LMAO

[@Deimos_One]

A beautiful day for a festival. Thank you for the video!

[@raebertgrayson5766]

One of the more enjoyable videos I've watched on your channel!

[@trentweston8306]

I'm happy to see Kryal castle again after so many years.

[@lane1776]

Loved the fan interaction :) so much fun. Happy to see everyone enjoying themselves

[@Philipp.of.Swabia]

I honestly expected Shad to scream „Deus VULT“ when he crossed ways with that Hospitaler Knight.

[@StevieB8363]

And on that day, the noble Sir Shad DIED HARD - as evidenced by his choice of music. We salute you, Sir Shad. At least you went out with a good soundtrack.

[@stevekelley2341]

There's a huge Renaissance festival here in Ohio every fall for 2 months, I think you would love it.

[@Chesemiser]

Dang Ohio got Utah beat we virtually never have them and if we do they are kinda sad

[@sststr]

I recently heard about Castell Coch, in Wales, which was a medieval castle fully restored in the 19th century. You might consider doing a video about it. I only read the wikipedia entry, but I'm sure there must be a lot more detailed info out there somewhere, which is your specialty to know where to find such info and understand it better than the rest of us.

[@graysonb_designs]

Man, we would be friends Shad. For certain. I was geeking out about everything you checked out in this awesome video! Simply fantastic!

[@LarryGarfieldCrell]

I really dig the epic remix of your theme music. It fit the montage perfectly.

[@morgansides294]

This was really cool! Thanks for sharing ☺️

[@greyborn2213]

Eyy! Been waiting for this video - saw you off to the side a little on my second day at Kryal recently with cameras and such!

[@MannyNamiro]

The last batch of videos you made on variety of topics concerning medieval life were very informative and interesting. I wish I could've attended a fair like that. Can't wait to see more!

[@shardinhand1243]

damn these people rock! such dedication!

[@nicholasking6066]

Shadiversity land down under has a version of midevil times? COOL!

[@JustTooDamnHonest]

Every lord has a story and yours started at Kryal Castle Shad and you have returned as a kind and honorable Lord of the Shadlands now with your future castle known as Honorguard. This part of your saga shall be known as "The Tourney of Kryal Castle".

[@KevinM491]

ahhh this is so cool. thanks for bringing us along.

[@gdragonlord749]

If you ever appear in the arena, your stage name is Sir. Shadrick of the Shadlands. Protector of historical accuracy, the Backscabard Guild, and armorer of razor fairies and all fey folk.

[@samuro_coffee]

That is nice! Looks like a very fun place to be! Wish I had festivals like that in my country.

[@samwise8565]

The more I see of Shad, the more I’m convinced that he’s a great guy and genuine. Loved the fan interactions and that looked like a fun event!

[@SirStouk]

Wish I had the opportunity to go to something like this in the uk. I love history and learning about what life was like in the past.

[@brijekavervix7340]

Don't you guys have places like Warwick Castle which put on similar events? At least, it did last time I visited...

[@v8cool168]

@@brijekavervix7340 Yes. When I was a kid, I went to watch Jousting at Warwick. A lot of castles over here put on something.

[@SirStouk]

@@brijekavervix7340 I think your right we do, I just don't get many opportunities to go to events due to my limitations sadly

[@maji-chan3383]

That looks like a blast. Thank you for showing the festival

[@taylorhenryh1963]

The fact you go out of your way for us shy nervous types is heart warming thank you means alot

[@lonelystrategos]

I love medieval festivals, luckily there's plenty here in Germany, but I never expected that there'd be one this big in Australia.

[@Chesemiser]

Yeah I wish we had some here in Utah but they don't seem to be all that common but I do get to see loads of Dinosaur stuff so I'll just have to pretend that is as cool

[@Patrick33194]

Its always great to see you this happy and excited

[@MON383]

On the floor under the round table is keith (kryal) ryall's coat of arms. There is a victorian viking festival in the pipeline atm, believe it will be on the Geelong foreshore area. There's also a new (2nd) Fantasy medieval festival in Mt Gambier SA 15/16 April 2023

[@nienor1510]

Makes me a bit homesick, my local festival is the Abbey but I moved to Finland so it's been a while :P I want to go so much!! Looks like a blast

[@Tinytraveler]

My home town of Penetanguishene does a navy re-enactment, or used to. Loved going to see the historical showcases, stands and people role playing.

[@swagfather_6nine532]

Shad is officially a celebrity lmao

[@Chesemiser]

Now we just hope it doesn't go to his head

[@domminiqray]

I love the color of the back scabbard! I also love the blend of medieval/fantasy adventurer look you went with!

[@generaltron]

Love the theme music near the end. Always epic.

[@kathyevans3251]

A truly wonderful video.

[@reeceemms1643]

hey can you do a medieval misconceptions video on medieval weddings, mostly because in my fantasy story the second book has to weddings, one is an arranged married between the main villain and a minor side character, and the second was between the main character and her love interest, and I am wondering if I got anything wrong, the first one probably has a lot of accuracies, but I'm not sure about the second. it's also because of seeing Medieval weddings in fantasy films and books

[@SeantheBawse]

This reminds me of a similar event that goes on in Oklahoma (in the States). It wasn't quite medieval, but colonial-adjacent and it was always awesome to see the people who have their booths with historic items. Gratuitous "Review A Knight's Tale," my quest demands it!

[@LtHeavyMetal]

Shad you are loved by hundreds of thousands around the world...may be hard to get use to but your place in life os far different than you could have imagined.

[@texasbeast239]

Thanks for the nice shots of the show. I wanna go there, too!

[@xCrackxRabbitx]

How friggin cool! Never been to one myself but have always found them fascinating. You're one of the good ones, Shad. Keep the great content coming!

[@josephnebeker7976]

It's good to see you in that setting, Shad. Glad you had fun.

[@brendo1143]

Any chances for fantasy castles review to come back? I think we all crave more machiculations and there is some cool castles in Elden Ring, House of the Dragon and other good fantasy series or games

[@ironwolf5802]

Hope you all had fun. That does look so much fun.

[@LivingAnachronism]

I can't wait for the day when Shad runs his own castle like this

[@sorin_markov]

This looked so cool! Way better than the ones closest to me at the moment :( I would've been like a kid in a candy store here, esp if I saw you walking around! Seeing them selling imperious must have been so surreal for you! It's that "I made that!" feeling

[@swordsman1_messer]

Two dollars someone spotted you by carrying the Shabbard.

[@wafflingmean4477]

To be honest without your channel I wouldn't even know these festivals were a thing. I never thought we'd have something like it in Australia, but now I'm definitely going to one some day.

[@HadoukenHero]

Massive smile the whole time!

[@BobGeanis]

If I'm in your neck of the woods at any point you're getting a hand hug 🤝

[@666stonewall]

This is fantastic!!

[@jpteknoman]

when normal people who like to make a medieval setting for fun get a better quality result than billion dollar shows with a ton of "experts" making the setting and costumes.

[@LivingAnachronism]

This is amazing! I have never been to a fair/event where they had a full tent with dedicated larp equipment. Really wish we had that here in the states!

[@meegingernoodles91]

I'm so glad you had a great time. I was there the second day of the festival. So sad I was able to meet you but am so happy you and your family enjoyed your time there. It was a hot weekend too! Don't know how you didn't cook in that outfit! Also seeing Sabrina the Wedge Tail Eagle was personally the highlight of my visit

[@ramzen89]

Shad's Charisma increased to 10.

[@darthlego3664]

The Inaugural Townsville Medieval and Fantasy Fest is on the 18th August this year. Im super excited for it (never been to one). Im happy that events like these are happening in regional Australia

[@tomgallier7245]

Love these kind of videos

[@Brynn_Cadoc]

Indeed they stood in Medieval times during cermons! They even build 'Standing Benches' which were slimm seatingplaces at croch hight which especially armored man would rest on to look like they were actually standing but not get exhausted by standing on the same spot in ceremonial armor, or actual armor for literal hours as medieval religioues cermons could drag on quite a while.

[@NanoMayTry]

I like how badass all the plastic weapons looked there. Then the real halberds.

[@iggystoneman2933]

Shad has actually become an iconic image in that kit he always wears. People in events like these across the globe can see him enter and recognize him.

[@musiccraftsman2192]

That’s awesome Shad!

[@ameenoahmad]

This is really wonderful

[@arkanrais]

Mate, that looks like a barrel of fun.

[@ghostbeetle2950]

That looks awesome! Cheers, mate!

[@rachelblack314]

Love your passion, Shad! 👍

[@jdjo5950]

For tents, I would recomend "La Casa del Recreador" or "The Time Seller", both have some really nice tents

[@Rocketbunny71]

What a great video of a wonderful day. Always enjoy the channel but this one had me smiling from ear to ear all the way through. Nice one Shads! hehe edit: 800th like! 😀

[@davidregister586]

I absolutely loved this video, it reminded me of when I went to a renaissance fair here near Phoenix Arizona. It was by far one of my most favorite memories being alive. Thank you for this.

[@sjoerdderks4731]

Here we see shad completely in his element

[@koralgol777]

So I guess now I know what inspired Shad to try making his own castles and his plans seem way more ambitious than what is available for reanactors and larpers in Australia atm so there should be a demand there for authentic looking medieval stuff.

[@Ordo1980]

3:30 I've immediately realized that this shop is Hungarian. It seems like we can just appear anywhere.