On Monday 11th February 2024, unexpectedly he came to Bucchianico, from New Zealand, TANGAROA, a powerful and beloved Maori Chief, a so-called “tohunga”, a wise man. His gaze, his kindness and his humor immediately made me understand that I was in the presence of an extraordinary person, one of those who if you meet them once in your life, you have to consider yourself lucky… and blessed! And that is the reason why he came to the shire: to bless it with the rite that his people use to do and he blessed the place, me and all those who have to do with this place that, now I can say it out loud, is truly truly an oasis of true magic in this world.
To my great emotion he compared me to him, calling me “tannifa” (I don't know if I wrote it correctly), a “Benevolent Dragon” that brings Life in all its forms. Extremely flattered, I gave him a Contea coin and he gave me a Sacred Ring which he was wearing until a few moments before.
Rings… halflings… shire… sorcerers… here everything comes back and I feel more and more part of a Fantastic Story that promises to give us unique experiences.
The Contea is Magic. Thanks Tangaroa.
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DEED OF CONTRACT
CONDITIONS OF ENGAGEMENT
In the book and in the film, the most famous halfling in the shire finds himself having to sign a burglar's contract drawn up by the Dwarves with a thousand footnotes and paragraphs. You can find the reproduction of this contract, in English, everywhere, but this one you see was hand-written by one of the loyal "citizens" of our project, in Italian and with references to the Journey that the contea Gentile is undertaking: the Construction and the Birth of a place out of the ordinary!
This document can be filled in with the type of trade or service you can offer for the creation of the contea Gentile!
Handmade paper, custom font, pages cut out and sewn by hand with string and sealed with hot wax.
If you're curious, find out more about the Journey to Middle Earth here!
This document is not necessarily widely or legally recognized by states friend or foe, neighboring or distant, real or imagined. It has recognized and guaranteed validity only within the territories of the contea Gentile.
OFFICIAL COIN
OF LA CONTEA GENTILE
Minted in 2022, it depicts the symbol of the shire on one side, the Acorn. While on the other side the face of the nicest mayor there is, Nicolas Gentile. This coin was created by one of the loyal "citizens" of the county project, to support and grow it.
Attention: obviously this currency has no legal value in Italy or other countries (perhaps only in imaginary ones). This is a gadget/souvenir from La contea Gentile. Certainly more emotionally valuable than other currencies in circulation in the world!
OFFICIAL PASSPORT
OF LA CONTEA GENTILE
Always carry the Official Passport of LA CONTEA GENTILE with you! This is the most excellent identification document: every self-respecting resident of La contea Gentile, presumed or current never leaves home without it! This passport was created by one of the loyal "citizens" of the shire project, in support and growth of it.
Fill it out with the information, characteristics and details that distinguish you: gender, species, class, hair, eyes, build, particular brands and much more!
This document is not necessarily widely or legally recognized by friendly or hostile, neighbours or distant, real or imaginary states. It has recognized and guaranteed validity only within the territories of La Contea Gentile. Please consult the official sources of the various kingdoms, citadels and states before visiting. Special visas and/or official stamps may be required.
