Caleb's A&S Blog: August 2020

Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Scroll Text - Maeve ni Siurtain - Sycamore 2013

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Unto all good and true citizens of AEthelmearc these present letters seeing or hearing, greetings from Maynard and Liadain, king and queen right well beloved. In recognition of the works that our dear subject Maeve ni Siurtain has rendered to Us, Our lands, and Our subjects, works of garb and embroidery, of dance and barding, of tokens and favors, we hereby offer to her admission in Our Order of the Sycamore, which confers the right to display the insignia of the order, fieldless, three sycamore leaves conjoined in pall per pale gules and Or. Furthermore, we charge her with continuing her work and improving her skills to the betterment of fair AEthelmearc. Done by Our hand, this 1st day of June, AS 48, in Our Canton of Beau Fleuve.

Scroll Text - Edward of St. Swithins Bog - Sycamore 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

May it be known to all that Titus Scipio Germanicus, King by Right of Arms, and Anna Leigh, Our Fair Queen, send greetings to the Barons, Lords and freemen of Our domains. Be it known that we have witnessed with Our eyes and hears the musical skill of Our faithful and well-beloved subject, Edward of St. Swithins Bog, long has he served Our lands, and are so impressed that We award him entrance into Our Order of the Sycamore, allowing him to bear the badge of the order, Fieldless, Three sycamore leaves conjoined in pall per pale gules and Or. Done by Our will this 24th day of January, AS49, at Baronial 12th Night, in the Barony of St. Swithin’s Bog.

inspired by a letter from Henry VII to the dean and chapter of Wells, dated April 9, 1495.

Scroll Text - Duncan von Halstern - Sycamore 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Oh, come hear the words of your King and Queen of AEthelmearc, right trusty and wlbeloved. Salutations to all unto whom these presents come from Magnus Tindal and Etain, basileos kai basilissa of AEthelmearc. Forasmuch as We, of Our special grace, in consideration of the true and faithful service which His Grace, Duncan von Halstern, hath done unto Us and Our Kingdom, know that We have affirmed and awarded unto him a place within our Noble Order of the Sycamore where We had noticed his absence before hand. We further give him leave to wear the badge of the Order as he sees fit for one of his station and further give unto him all said rights and duties of the Order and demand that the Order receive and admit the said Duke Duncan without delay; and these Our Letters shall be your Warrant. Given by Our hand at Our castle in the Shire of Riversedge, at AEcademy and War College, on the 14th day of November, AS 50.

Inspired by Signet Letter for the Issue of Letters under the Privy Seal only (20 Nov., 16 Edward IV)

Scroll Text - TW of Livonia - Sycamore 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Now let all know these presents seeing or hearing. We, Magnus Tindal and Etain, Nobilissimus Imperator et Nobilissima Imperatrix, send greetings and peace everlasting. Know ye that We, the aforesaid Emperor and Empresses, are well pleased with the skill of hammer and tongs, of fire and iron and of steel of TW of Livonia. So pleased that We have been moved to induct him into the Noble Order of the Scyamore and also award and affirm upon him the token of the Order, that is to say, Three sycamore leaves conjoined in pall per pale gules and Or. We wish the aforsaid TW to have, to hold, and rejoice the aforsaid token and honor and company of similar men and women of craft. In witness of which thing, We have put Our seal and sign manual. Given at Our College of Three Ravens, the 23rd day of February, the 50th year of the Society, in the Barony of Thescorre.

inspired by the Grant of Arms to London's Ironmongers Company, 1455

Scroll Text - Thomas Dyne - Golden Alce 2013

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Martial Award

Come forth good gentles of the Land and know the will of your Sovereigns. Wheras anciently from the beginning the valiant and virtuous acts of worthy persons have been commended to the world with sundry monuments and remembrances of their good skills. Thomas Dyne has done commendable deeds of arms on the battle field and has been a leader through good example and, like Horatio, won renown for holding a bridge against forces opposed to Our Realm. It is only fitting that We should recognize his efforts and welcome him into Our Order of the Golden Alce that all may know of his worth. So say We Magnus Tindal et Etain Nobilissimus Imperator AEthelmearc, on this 14th day of June, anno societatis nine and forty, in Our Shire of Sunderoak, at the AEthelmearc Proving Ground

Based on an English Patent of Arms to an Individual, 1576

Scroll Text - Sigurdr Issulfson - Sycamore 2013

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Know you all that hear these words that the feats of skill and labor of Sigurdr Issulfson has has been well observed. His knowledge of brewing, armor, clothing and of all things a Norseman might know has pleased the minds and hearts of the Crown. Thus do We, Timothy, King by Right of Arms, and Gabrielle, Queen of Beauty and Mercy, are moved to induct Sigurdr into the Most Noble order of the Sycamore and so that he will not be out of place in that Order, We also Award him such Arms that he shall register with the College of Arms so that in all places he shall be addressed as Lord Sigurdr. We forbid that any one, with rash daring, infringe Our decree or in any way attempt to violate it; and We corroborate this, Our decree, signed by Our Hand and witnessed by those who are present on this the 14th day of December AS 48 at the Kingdom Heavy Weapons Championship Tournament in Our Barony of Thescorre.

Scroll Text - Ragna Faelan - Sycamore 2017

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Peace upon you, We greet you well. And for as much as Our trusty and welbeloved Ragna Faelan, Lady, has been seen in kitchens and libraries and has among other things reported to Us how your feasts have filled the bellies of Our subjects, how you have challenged and defeated the dreadful Iron Chef, We command that you keep your knife and spatula about your person until the time that We have once again gathered to feast. That being said, We will and command that you take your place among and in the number of the Noble Order of the Sycamore and wear the badge of the said Order so that you might strike hunger in the stomachs of those who wish to eat Norse cuisine. Done by the hands of Marcus and Marguirete, King and Queen of AEthelmearc, at Our College of Three Ravens, the 28th day of January, AS 51, in the Barony of Thescorre.

inspired by Letter from the King Edward IV to his officers (23 June, 1442).

Scroll Text - Leodofr Grimr - Sycamore 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Timothy and Gabrielle, by skill and grace of arms, King and Queen of AEthelmearc to all people to whom these presents shall come, greetings. Know ye that of Our special grace, certain science and art, We have affirmed and awarded, and by these presents for Us, Our heirs and successours, do affirm and award Our trusty and welbeloved servant Lord Leodofr Grimr, in Our castle in Abhainn Ciach Ghlais, free liberty and licence from time to time, and at all times for ever hereafter, to discover, find, search out, and experiment with new recipes and methods of making sausage, meat pies, beer, mead and cordials and to do so in the kitchens, classrooms and camp fires where ever he may find himself. And also do We award to him entrance into the Noble Order of the Sycamore and the right to wear the badge of the said Order so that all may know that he cooks and brews with Our permission and Our blessing. In witness whereof do We set Our hands upon this warrant on the first day of Our reign, the 11th day of April at the closing of the forty-ninth year of the Society.

inspired by Letters Patent to Sir Humfrey Gylberte June 11, 1578

Scroll Text - Enzo de Pazzi - Sycamore 2013

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Let it be known to all whom these letters come, that Our subject, Enzo de Pazzi, having shown great skill in many and divers arts, and found pleasing unto Us in matters of Grace and Etiquette, has enriched Our fair lands. It is for these good skills that We are moved to add Enzo's name to the rolls of the Order of the Sycamore, conveying upon him all the rights and responsibilities without let or hinderance from any person from this day forward. Done by the hands of Timothy and Gabrielle, King and Queen of AEthelmearc, this 12th day of October, AS 48 at Crown Tournament, in the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael.

Scroll Text - Elizabeth Arrowsmyth - Sycamore 2017

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Peace to all people these present letters reading, hearing or seeing. Marcus and Marguirete, send due and humble greetings. For so much that We understand for certain that every craft and fraternity within the most Noble Order of the Sycamore, be they born common, have through their skill and knowledge have shown their true nobility. Well pleased are We with the craft of Elizabeth Arrowsmyth, Lady, of embroidery and basket making, that We are moved to induct her into the said Noble Order without delay and award her the right to wear the sign and token of the said Noble Order for evermore to have and to hold, occupy and rejoice without any impediment, interception, let or impeachment by virtue of Our said Award for evermore. In witness whereof, We, the said Royal Crown of AEthelmearc, to those present, signed with Our hands at Our final court, the 22nd day of April, in the year of the Society eleven and forty.

inspired by the Grant of Arms to the London Weavers Company, 1490

Scroll Text - Edith of Winterton - Sycamore 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Craft displayed should be rewarded and so do We, Magnus Tindal and Etain, Nobilissimus Imperator et Nobilissima Imperatrix, are moved to recognize one of Our subjects for the skill of hands that she hath shown. For so much that We understand for certain that every craft and fraternity within the most Noble Order of the Sycamore, be they born common, have through their skill and knowledge have shown their true nobility. Well pleased are We with the craft of Edith of Winterton, Lady, of spinning, dying, weaving and sewing, that We are moved to induct her into the said Noble Order without delay and award her the right to wear the sign and token of the said Noble Order for evermore to have and to hold, occupy and rejoice without any impediment, interception, let or impeachment by virtue of Our said Award for evermore. In witness whereof, We, the said Imperial Crown of AEthelmearc, to those present, signed with Our hands at Ice Dragon, the second day of April, in the year of the Society ten and forty.

inspired by the Grant of Arms to the London Weavers Company, 1490

Scroll Text - Bjorn inn Rauði - Sycamore 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Now hear the words of Timothy and Gabrielle, King and Queen of AEthelmearc, right trusty and wlbeloved. Forasmuch as We, of Our special grace, in consideration of the true and faithful service which Our welbeloved servant Bjorn inn Rauði hath done unto Us and Our Kingdom, know that We have affirmed and awarded unto him a place within our Noble Order of the Sycamore where We had noticed his absence before hand. We further give him leave to wear the badge of the order as he sees fit for one of his station and further give unto him all said rights and duties of the Order and demand that the Order receive and admit the said Bjorn without delay; and these Our Letters shall be your Warrant. Given by Our hands at the Birthday Battle and Ball, in the Shire of Nithgaard, on the 5th day of September, two score and ten years since the founding of Our Society.

Inspired by Signet Letter for the Issue of Letters under the Privy Seal only (20 Nov., 16 Edward IV)

Scroll Text - Muirgel ingen Gilla Comgaill- Sycamore 2011

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

To the populace of AEthelmearc, Greetings from Their Sylvan Majesties, Isenwulf, King by right of arms, and Rosalinda, Our Queen of beauty and grace. There is one among us who has made a great impression by taking up the pen and brush and setting to paper works of wonderous beauty. Muirgel ingen Gilla Comgaill has illuminated scrolls and calligraphed words beyond count. Her scrolls, given freely and with joy, have been awarded to many Lords and Ladies not only in Our Fair Kingdom, but in far away lands as well, Her hands have made so many site tokens, for so many events, that their numbers, if they were to be gathered together in one place, would outnumber the stars in the sky. It is for all of these good deeds, and the skill of the hands that did those deeds, that We are moved to Induct Muirgel into the Order of the Scyamore, conveying upon her all the rights and responsibilities without let or hinderance from any person from this day forward. Done by Our hands this 10th day of December, AS 46 at Investiture in the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael.

Scroll Text - Ruaidri Gabhar - Sycamore 2005

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - A&S Award

Oh, come hear the words of your King and Queen of AEthelmearc, right trusty and wlbeloved, forasmuch as We, of Our special grace, in consideration of the ture and faithful service which Our welbeloved servant Ruaidri Gabhar hath done unto Us and Our Kingdom, know that We have given and granted unto him a place within our Noble Order of the Sycamore where We had noticed his absence before hand. We further give him leave to wear the badge of the order as he sees fit for one of his station and further give unto him all said rights and duties of the Order and demand that the Order receive and admit the said Ruaidri without delay; and these Our Letters shall be your Warrant.
Given under Our Seal at Our College of Three Ravens, in the Barony of Tescorre, on the 25th day of February, AS 40.

Robin - King Isabeau - Queen

Inspired by Signet Letter for the Issue of Letters under the Privy Seal only (20 Nov., 16 Edward IV)

Scroll Text - Mark le Gabler - Sigil of Æthelmearc 2014

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

O come all good people of the Land and hear these present letters from Magnus Tindal Augustus and Etain Augusta. It has come to Our notice the notable service done for Ourselves and the generous and chivalrous nature of one of Our subjects who worked tirelessly to Guard the Empress against any who might be so ill as to think to do harm unto Her that We are so moved to take action. Thus, be it known that we have given by Our hands to our wellbeloved subject, Mark le Gabler, a Sigil of AEthelmearc and allow him to bear the badge of the Sigil, from this day until the world's end without let or hinderence. In witness whereof we have caused to be made these Our letters. Witnessed Ourselves at Coronation, in the Barony Marche of the Debatable Lands, the 20th day of September, in the 49th year of the Society.

based on the "Letters Patents of King Henry the Seventh Granted unto Iohn Cabot and his Three Sonnes, Lewis, Sebastian and Sancius for the the Discouerie of New and Unknowen Lands" and a letter from Henry VII to the dean and chapter of Wells, dated April 9, 1495.

Scroll Text - Mikus Magellus - Award of Arms 2020

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Award of Arms

All shall know of the honor and grace do We, Marcus & Margerite, King and Queen of Æthelmearc, call before us, the heard but rarely seen Mikus Magellus. Like the noble Sasquatch, the service of Mikus, as mentioned above, is known through out Our Kingdom. Service and duty he gives with grace and dignity. Therefore, by the authority of the Crowns We wear, We ordain and command that the elusive Mikus, as mentioned above, be at once admitted into the ranks of nobility and shall be called a Lord. And if it happens that We hear of any shenanigans towards Our Command, We decree that such person, by assent of Our authority, pay a fine equal to their station. This we proclaim on the 8th day of April, AS 51, in Our Barony of the Rhydderich Hael, at the Festival of the Passing of the Ice Dragon.

Inspired by the Statuta Armorum, c. 1260.

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

Scroll Text - Petition to the Crown - 2001

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - Petition to the Crown

Unto their most glorious and benevolent Majesty, Andrew and Alexandra, shinning jewels of the noble and valiant Kingdom of Æthelmearc, fairest realm in all the Known World, does their humble servant, Lord Caleb Reynolds, ever vigilant Seneschal of the stupendous Barony of the Rhydderich Hael, offer greetings and felicitations.

May it please their Majesties, their hard-working and long-suffering Excellencies, Baron Donnchad Iain MacGafriadh and Baroness Ailionora Riain MacGafriadh, being in need of a well deserved Rest, the grateful citizens of your Loyal Barony have sought high and low among the Populace, in search of those Just and Trustworthy individuals who, by dint of their Wisdom, Courtesy, and Hard Work have been judged Worthy to rule our land in your names. The merits of each candidate have been weighed and the people have chosen.

Therefore, at the behest of the undersigned members of the Rhydderich Hael, I request that, if it please your Majesties, you Invest Sir Otto of Westphallia and Mistress Geirny Thoryrimsdottir as the Baron and Baroness of the Rhydderich Hael.

In Service to the Dream
Lord Caleb Reynolds

Scroll Text - Petition to the Crown - 2011

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - Petition to the Crown

Unto the most glorious King Isenwulf, and benevolent Queen Rosalinda, rulers of this most Sylvan lands, the shining garnet within these Known Worlds, do these greetings come. We, the elders and the heads of Your Barony of the Rhydderich Hael do note that our Lord Baron, Caleb Reynolds, has served as our head, leader, and chief judge for many years: like a tall pine tree on a mountain, and like a flag on a hill. His Excellency now wishes to devote his time to the study of the diverse arts of combat, brewing, cutlery, and bacon.

As a land of diverse Lords and Ladies; Peers and Commoners, the Barony needs guidance and a firm, yet gentle, hand to lead the way to even higher greatness. We agreed in an assembly of the community and we balloted from lesser to greater for THL Isolda and Carolus Loke of Bae Blaidd Gwael, since they are wise and trustworthy and will serve as Your eyes and ears and will speak with Your voice.

So do we, in an assembly of all of the members of Your Barony, and if it please the Lord King and Lady Queen, request, that you invest them as the Baron and Baroness of the Rhydderich Hael. In agreement and with a single mind do all members write and sign this petition and deliver it unto Your hands on this, the 10th day of December, AS46.

Scroll Text - Archery Tourney - PAX 2015

Barony Thescorre - Martial Tourney

Let all those who shall see or hear these present letters know that Sadira bint Wassouf, otherwise called Baroness of Thescorre, send greeting and all humble recommendation. Equity requires and reason ordains that men and women virtuous and possessing of the noble skill of archery be rewarded for their merits and skills by renown and recognition. And therefore I, who not only by common renown but also by the report and testimony of other nobles worthy of credence, am truly advertised and informed that {INSERT NAME HERE} has exceeded and out-shot all others upon the archery range on this day. In witness whereof I, the Baroness of Thescorre above named, have signed this warrant with my hands and sealed with my seal and given the 27th day of June in the fiftieth year of our Society at Pax Interruptus XXXIX and my Investiture.

inspired by 1459/60 grant of arms to John Alfrey.

Scroll Text - Wolfgang Starcke - ODC 2013

Barony of the Rydderich Hael - Martial Award

In the presence of all gathered at this celebration of the Brass Ring Thing, We Carolus and Isolda, Baron and Baroness of the Rhydderich Hael, greet you. Duty and privilege move us to see that those who merit honor and recognition are rewarded for their efforts. The labors of Wolfgang Starke deserve such notice. For his skill on the archery range and in the fencing list have caught our eyes and we are well pleased with his skill and service of arms. Today, we induct him into the Order of the Dragon Combantant. We trust that now having been so recognized, this skilled and generous Lord will go on to sustain nobility and increase honor, so that all may see his many martial endeavors and be inspired. So witnessed by all assembled and signed by Our Hand on this 1st day of June Anno Societatis 48 in the Canton of Beau Fleuve.

based on King Renee’s Tournament Book, 1458

Scroll Text - Katerin Starcke - ODC 2015

Barony of the Rydderich Hael - Martial Award

Right worshipful populace, right trusty and right welbeloved we great you well. And forasmuch as we be enformed by our Order that certain and divers maters of long time notice, to wit, of the skill of the blade and bow, of fencing, marshalling and shooting, that we are so moved and that we ask that you, our Order, in all goodly haste as ye may, welcome Katerin Starcke into the most Noble Order of the Dragons Combatant. Done by the hands of Carolus and Isolda, at the Great Court at Ice Dragon on this 21st day of March, AS 49, in the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael.

inspired by Signet Letter, by Henry VI, to the Archbishop of Canterbury for a certain case referred to his arbitration to be expidited (11/9/1441)

Scroll Text - Cynwulf Rendell - ODC 2014

Barony of the Rydderich Hael - Martial Award

Long are the accolades given to Cynwulf Rendell for his martial prowess, most notably in archery and thrown weapons, his service as a marshal, officer and champion, his endeavors to share knowledge with others strengthen our Barony, furthermore does his lordship's valor bring honor to his name and renown to the lands that we hold for the Crown. We are most pleased by his skill and his service to us and our predecessors that we are so moved to act for ourselves and our heirs. Wherefore, so much the more willingly, do we, Carolus and Isolda, Baron and Baroness of the Rhydderich Hael, welcome the aforesaid Cynwulf Rendell into the Order of the Dragons Combatant on this 6th day of December at Masked Ball.

inspired by The Bull of Pope Adrian IV Empowering Henry II to Conquer Ireland - 1155

Scroll Text - Alexander du Lac - ODC 2011

Barony of the Rydderich Hael - Martial Award

The Science of Defence is an Art Geometricall, wherewith the body is guarded with a single or double weapon from wrong of the Offender, or the greatest disadvantage of his Offence.

The Parts thereto required are Strength and Judgement. Under strength are comprehended swiftness of motion and quickness of eye: where abilitie is without perfection of these, it is but a supply of defects, drawne from the judiciall part or judgement.

Under judgement fall the considerations of time, place, and distance. It hath seemed to many that there is no certainty in this Science, which granted, it must sole his tytle; in whose behalfe wee cannot but with great reason averre, that as the body is punctuall, to it hath a just circumference in the hands and feet, which to defence and safeguard thereof, runne in an equall line, which extended with strength in a just proportion; make the body the same as the poynt is in Circle, untoucht or impossible to be violated.

Alexander du Lac hast shown skill and knowledge in both forms as duellest, teacher, marshalle and champion and thus am I moved to induct him into the Order of the Dragon Combatant on this 26th Day of Marche, AS 45 at the Festivale of the Passing of the Ice Dragon.

Words from "The Private Schoole of Defence" by G Hale Gent of London, published 1614.

Scroll Text - Juliana Rosalia Dolce da Siena - NULL 2012

Barony of the Rydderich Hael - Courtesey Award

To all seeing these presents, the nobles and gentles of the Rhydderich Hael wish the enjoyment of perpetual peace. Since those things which are done lapse with the passage of time, and unless they are corroborated by written testimony, will easily slip the memories of men, and be changed, we wish it to be known to all people both now and in the future that we, Carolus and Isolda, Baron and Baroness, on the advice of the members of the order, for the preservation of that true nobility and the constant courtesy we have in Juliana Rosalia Dolce da Siena, have inducted her into the Noble Union of Lords and Ladies, to hold freely with every right there in. Therefore, in order that no calumny may arise in the future, and in order that all doubt may be removed, we have strengthened this gift of ours, corroborating it in writing and with our hands at Baronial Champs, June 8, AS48.

Inspiredd by the Grant of a House at Riga to the Men of Lübeck, 1231

Scroll Text - Cynwulf Rendell - Scarlet Guard 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Martial Award

Peace and well wishes to Their beloved and faithful subject, Cynwulf Rendell, greetings. Because we have had consultation and meeting with the principal archers of Our Kingdom, as to provision for remedies against the dangers which in these days are threating Our whole Kingdom; We command you, strictly enjoining you in the fidelity and service in which you are bound to Us, that on this 9th day of July, you be present in person at the proving grounds at Pax Intrurptus, and join with the ranks of the principle archers of Sylvan AEthelmearc and take your place within the Noble Order of the Scarlet Guard and take from Our hands the tassel and the scarf of the Order so that all may know of your new station and We will and demand of you that you arm yourself with your bow and as many arrows as may be necessary for meeting dangers that threaten Our lands. Witness Thomas Byron of Haverford, King, and Ariella of Thornbury, Queen, in Our Barony of Thescorre.

inspired by Summons of a Baron to Parliament (1295)

Scroll Text - Alrekr Bergsson - Scarlet Guard 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Martial Award

Trusty and right welbeloved we greet you well, and would and charge you that after sight hereof and by virtue of the same, you, Alrekr Bergsson, Master Bowman, accept from Our hands the tassel of scarlet and argent, and the scarf of crimson and take your place within the Noble Order of the Scarlet Guard and further do We Grant you with arms, title and honor and charge the aforesaid Honorable Lord Alrekr to consult with Our College of Heralds to have created such arms unique to him that he may display them as he does service to Our fair Kingdom. Thus We have signed with Our hands these present letters, made and given at Our Castle in Hunter's Home, on the day of Archers To the Wald, the eighth day of October, AS one and fifty.

Inspired by a letter from Henry the VII to the Under Treasuerer of England, concerning the charges of the Scottish ambassadors.

Scroll Text - Mariana Maria Pietrosanti - Scarlet Guard 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Martial Award

Right trusty and well beloved Mariana Maria Pietrosanti, We greet you well, and for as much as by the inestimable goodness and grace, We have summoned you and have had you delivered before Us for the skill of archery which you have so displayed to all. Doubting not your service upon the range, but for the love and affection which you show when you place nock to string, the knowledge there of should be joyous and glad tidings unto you, We have thought good to certify you as one of the premiere archers of fair AEthelmearc. To the intent you might feel alone, it is Our will and desire that you take your place within the Noble Order of the Scarlet Guard and adorn yourself with the regalia of the said Order so that Our enemies shall tremble with fear when they behold you upon the range. Given by the hands of Thomas Byron and Ariella, King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc, on the fields of Pax Intrurptus, the ninth day of July AS 51.

inspired by Letter of Queen Jane Seymour to the Privy Council of England 12 October 1537

Scroll Text - Robert O'Conner - Writ for Pelican 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

By the King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc. Trusty and welbeloved Robert O'Conner, for as much as in certain matters that greatly touches and concerns the good will of Us, Our predecessors, Our successors, Our Lands, lordships and subjects, we have been inspired and struck in awe as to the quality and quantity of service which you have done for Our Kingdom and Society. We have had words with nobles beyond reproach, who feel that they have much in common with you, so We will and desire therefore that you accept this Writ from Our hands and charge you and command you to appear before Us on the occasion and date that you decide where and when you shall answer Our query, to wit, whether or no you shall take your rightful place as a Peer of AEthelmearc and join Our esteemed Order of the Pelican. Let this Writ act as a warrant for safe passage to any and all places within Our domain, and let him feel Our wrath if any does dare stay you from your journey. Done by the hands of Marcus and Marguirete, on the day of Our first Court, the 24th of September, AS 51, in Our Shire of Herontier.

inspired by Privy Seal Letter {Draft) to serve as a Letter of Credence to the royal Commissioners for raising a forced loan, with a departmental direction as to the style of Address to be employed (21 July, '22 Edward IV).

Scroll Text - Madelein de l'Este - Millrind 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Foremost amongst the qualities of a gentle lady be that she be of good conditions and well brought up, be good and discreet, commit no vice, nor yet to be had in suspicion of any vice, have virtues of the mind as wisdom, justice, nobleness, courage, temperance, strength of mind, continency, sober mood, have a sweetness in language, make her self useful in the aspects of an seneschal. Not to speak words of dishonesty and to show her self pleasant. Have knowledge of the abacus and be able to figure the accounts of a Canton with good grace and skill. All these and more are shown by Madelein de l'Este and so are We moved to induct her into the Noble Order of the Millrind. Done by the Hands of Tindal and Etain, Augustus and Augusta of the Sylvan Empire of AEthelmearc, on the fifth day of December, as50, at QRC, in the Barony-Marche of the Debatable Lands.

inpired by "Of the chief conditions and qualityes in a wayting gentylwoman"

Scroll Text - Zofia Kowalewska - Millrind 2013

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

To all those who shall see or hear these present letters, Maynard and Liadain, King and Queen of AEthelmearc, greeting and recommendation. Equity requires and reason ordains that men and women virtuous and of good skill and knowledge be rewarded for their merits by renown and recognition. And therefore We who not only by common renown but also by the report and testimony of other nobles worthy of credence are truly advertised and informed that Zofia Kowalewska has long persued feats of scribing, teaching, cooking, cleaning, retaining, autocrating and as well in this as in other of her affairs has borne herself valiantly and conducted herself honourably so that she deserved well and is well worth that henceforth she may be in all places honourably admitted, renowned, counted, numbered and received among the number and in the company of Our Order of the Millrind. And for the remembrance of this we assign to the said Zofia Kowalewska the right to bear the blazon in the manner which is fitting for one of her new station and grant her arms. In witness whereof We King and Queen of AEthelmearc above named have signed our with Our hands and sealed with Our seal and given the 14th day of September in the year of the society 48.

Inspired by the 1459/60 grant of arms to John Alfrey.

Scroll Text - Eric Brehatten - White Scarf 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Martial Award

Down in the history of the Principality of AEthelemearc stood a man who was the Voice of the Principality and then the Voice of Our Sylvan Kingdom. Many a court heralded he, his voice used to speak the will of Monarchs, using his skill of words he shaped a Kingdom. But, as great as his skill with the word, as great was his skill with the sword. His skill with the blade and buckler, with the dagger and cloak, with tempo and with measure, has impressed Us, Yngvar and Caryl, 1st King and Queen of AEthelmearc, that We were so moved to induct Eric Brehattin as the 6th of the AEthelmearc Order of the White Scarf and Grant him the following arms, Gules, semy of butterflies Or. Awarded at the Fourth Harvest Raids in Heronter, October 4, AS 32 in absentia.

Scroll Text - Felicitas Flussmullneri - Millrind 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

The King and Queen to Mistress Felicitas Flussmullnerin. Since we have had consultation and meeting with the peers, barons, baronesses, lords, ladies and other principal people of Our Kingdom with regard to the quantity and quality of service which you hath done for Our Kingdom, Ourselves and Our predecessors. We will command you, strictly enjoining you in the fidelity and allegiance in which you are bound to Us, that on the 26th day of September, in the fiftieth year of our society, you accept from Our hands the token of the Noble Order of the Millrind and do join the said Order without delay or excuse. In witness do We, Timothy and Gabrielle, King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc, commit Our hand to paper at Our final court in Our Shire of Heronter.

inspired by Summons of a Baron to Parliament (1295)

Scroll Text - Alime bint Yorgi - Millrind 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Come hear the words of the King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc to Our most beloved Alime bint Yorgi. Since we have had consultation and meeting with the dukes, earls, barons and other principal men of Our Kingdom, as well as the duchesses, countesses, baronesses and other principal women of Our Kingdom with regard to the quantity and quality of service which you hath done for Our predecessors and Our Realm, We, Byron and Ariella, are so moved to take action on this day, the first day of Our reign, to give and to grant you entrance into the Most Noble order of the Millrind and to give to you, from Our own hands, the badge of said Order so that all may see and know of your new station. In witness do We, Byron and Ariella, the aforesaid King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc, commit Our hand to paper at Our first court in Our Shire of Gryffyns Keep, the ninth day of April, AS50.

inspired by the 1295 Summons of Representatives of Shires and Towns to Parliament

Scroll Text - Thrown Weapons Championship - Hunter's Moon 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Martial Award

In the name of Magnus Tindal and Etain, basileos kai basilissa of AEthelemearc, peace be upon all who hears or sees these words. Wherefore let the generality of the present as well as the future subjects of Our Kingdom know a competition was held, between the finest throwers of our lands. Many axes, knives and spears where thrown but one did prevail against all others. We do confirm, therefore, this lawful promotion of {INSERT NAME HERE} to be the Thrown Weapons Champion of the Sylvan Kingdom of AEthelmearc and to Ourselves. And wishing this to remain valid unto all posterity, We forbid by edict that any one, with rash daring, infringe it, or in any way, attempt to violate it, and We validly corroborate this Our decree by the present privilege, signed by our hands, the witnesses being all who were in attendance at Hunter's Moon, the 3rd of October, AS 50.

inspired by The Gelnhausen Charter; April 13, 1180 A.D.

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Scroll Text - Archery Championship - Agincourt 2012

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Martial Award

Let the ground shake and the mountains tremble at the words of the great Khan Khalek, inspired by the wisest under the Eternal Blue Sky, Branwyn, Khantun. All those upon the Sylan lands of AEthelmearc pay heed and know that the bearer of this document is entitled to wear Our insignia and shall act as Our Archery Champion where ever the sky covers the ground. Let Our wrath fall upon any who shall gainsay Us. Done on the 3rd day of the 3rd month of Our Reign, in the Year of the Dragon at Agincourt.

Scroll Text - Antoinette de la Croix - Keystone 2000

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

By the King and Queen Trusty and welbeloved, we greet you well. And be it that Our Antoinette de la Croix, for certain great works of instruction, scribal, heraldry, serving, and divers other acts, by her as put herself above such common people. The work that she has done is most pleasing to Our Eyes and to Oue Ears. Thus, do We, James I, King by right of arms, and Elina I, Queen of mercy, induct her into The Order of the Keystone on this 29th day of April, AS 34, at Axes and Ales in the Shire of Sterlynge Vayle. Done by Our Hand and Our Seal.

inspired by 1452 SC1/43/184Signet (Initialed) R h

Scroll Text - Daidalos Pagkration - Keystone 2012

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Summon all warriors of Our Empire. There is one amongst your ranks who will not rest when he lays down his sword and shield. We have heard of the long and faithful service given to Our Empire and seen with Our own eyes the dedication he has to better Our lands. Thus We would admit Lord Daidalos Pagkration into the Noble Order of the Keystone with all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank, and the right to bear the badge of the Order. Done by the Hands of Khalek and Branwyn, Khan and Khatun of the Sylvan Empire of AEthelmearc, on this 8th day of December, AS 47, at Masked Ball, in the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael.

Scroll Text - Vigo da Napoli - Keystone 2014

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Like the heart of a lion, the heart of Vigo da Napoli beats with the blood of a warrior and his skills of a swordsman should never be in doubt. But here, in the presence of Our subjects, We will and desire to speak of the less violent service of this man. In the presence of nobles who has seen Vigo's serivce and of commoners who have benefited as well, We would speak of his "set up boots", worn before tournaments to set the lists straight. Of his "washing up boots", worn to clean pots and pans in the kitchen. Of his "taking out the garbage boots", the soles of which have been worn away to nothing. It is thus Our will and desire to decree that he, by virtue of his service and his lion-like heart and furthermore by example of courtesy and nobility We, Titus Scipio Germanicus and Anna Leigh, King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc, do admit him into Our Order of the Keystone and award him every right, honor and duty. Knowing that all these said things are valid by law and edict, they shall be recorded by Our Heralds so as not to be forgotten. Done on the feast of Saint Agapetus, this 20th day of September, AS 49, in Our Barony Marche of the Debatable Lands

wording based on Count Alberto of Tuscany’s Grant of Inheritance, 1210

Scroll Text - Una O'Hearain - Keystone 2014

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Noble Order of the Keystone, right trusty and right welbeloved, We will and command you, Our Order, to deliver, or cause to be delivered, unto Our welbeloved Una O'Hearain, Lady, in consideration of such service as she hath done unto Us in the Shire of Hartstone and other areas of Our Domain, a medallion bearing the emblazon of the Order, to wit, Or, on a keystone gules an escarbuncle argent, that she may proudly wear as We mean to add her name to the rolls of members of the Order, and besides such other benefits as We mean towards her for her service as Seneschal. And these Our letters shall be your sufficient warrant in this behalf. Given by the hands of Magnus Tindal et Etain Basileus kai AEthelmearc, at Our castle in the Shire of Hartstone, the 13th day of September, AS forty and nine, at Hunter's Moon.

based on a privy seal letter to the Treasurer and Chamberlains of the Exchequer for payment of a certain sum to William Brymingham, 27 September, 1570

Scroll Text - Signora Celesta Vianello - Keystone 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

In the presence of these and of others, We wish it to be known that We are well and right pleased with the acts of service done for Our Kingdom and all who may stand upon it by Signora Celesta Vianello. Be it serving at Information Point, acting as a town crier or taking on the task of the deputy information mayor of the Great Pennsic War, she has been seen working. It is thus Our will and desire to decree that she, by virtue of her service and furthermore by example of courtesy and nobility We, Thomas Byron and Ariella, King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc, do admit her into Our Order of the Keystone and award her every right, honor and duty. Knowing that all these said things are valid by law and edict, they shall be recorded by Our Heralds so as not to be forgotten. Done on the fields of Pennsic, AS 51.

wording based on Count Alberto of Tuscany’s Grant of Inheritance, 1210

Scroll Text - Seamus Morgan - Keystone 2017

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

To all who shall hear or read these present letters, We greet you well. Be it known that Our subject, Seamus Morgan, for certain great works of mathematics, calculation, balance, and exchange that it required of all of Our Exchequers, has put himself above such common people who depend on his skill of pen and abacus. The work that he has done for Our Kingdom and subjects is most pleasing to Our eyes and to Our Ears. Thus do We, Marcus, King by right of arms, and Marguirete, Queen of mercy and beauty, induct him into Our Noble Order of the Keystone on this 22nd day of April, AS51, at Our final Court. Done by Our Hands in front of all present.

inspired by 1452 SC1/43/184Signet (Initialed) R h

Friday, August 7, 2020

Scroll Text - Sarafina Kowalewska - Keystone 2020

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Be it known that Our very Sovereign Lord the King, Timothy, and the Queen, Gabrielle, sitting in Æthereal Parliament on their Virtual Royal seats, at the request of their Lords Visual and Audible and of their Zoom Commons assembled in the same Æthereal Parliament, created and preferred Sarafina Kowalewska as Companion in Their Noble Order of the Keystone. This being done to recognize her service as cook, cleaner, runner, retainer, and in numerous other occupations. Being found under foot in the kitchen at aged four, she was set a task so that she would no longer be under foot and has served Our Realm ever since. And hereupon, after the homage done to Their Majesties by the same, the said Sarafina was commanded by Their Majesties, as mentioned above, to sit in her seat in and among the Order thus Awarded to her. This was done Virtually, on the feast day of Saint Conon, the eight and twentith day of March, AS 54 at Our Penultimate Court.

inspired by the Creations of the King’s Brother John as Earl of Kendal and Duke of Bedford, and of his Brother Humphrey as Duke of Gloucester by Henry V, 1414. Extant from Rolls of Parliament, R.C.V. 172.

Scroll Text - Miriel du Lac - Keystone 2014

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Miriel du Lac, hear these words of Nobilissimus Imperator AEthelmearc. For so much as we have been informed by many persons that you have labored to serve the Our Barony of the Rhydderich Hael and in particular, the subjects therein. You have there unto stirred and conspired to assist in all manner of work, be it tolliner, Pursuivant, retainer or clerk, to the honor and common health of Our Lands. We therefore will and desire that, immediately after the hearing of these words, induct you into Our Noble Order of the Keystone and these Our letters shall be Our warrant to you of your new station. So say We Magnus Tindal Augustus and Etain Augusta, on this 30th day of August, as49, in Our Barony of Delftwood, at Shoote in the Wyldewoode.

Scroll Text - Kismira Rothiem - Keystone 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

To all those who shall see or hear these present letters, Thomas Byron and Ariella, King and Queen of AEthelmearc, greetings and recommendation. Equity requires and reason ordains that men and women, virtuous and of good skill and knowledge, be rewarded for their merits by renown and recognition. And therefore We who not only by common renown but also by the report and testimony of other nobles worthy of credence are truly advertised and informed that Kismira Rothiem has performed feats of service and as well in this as in other of her affairs has borne herself valiantly and conducted herself honorably so that she deserved well and is well worth that henceforth herself may be in all places honorably admitted renowned counted number and received among the number and in the company of the Noble Order of the Keystone. And for the remembrance of this we assign to the said Kismira the right to bear the badge of the Order. In witness whereof We King and Queen of AEthelmearc above named have signed our hands and sealed with our seal and given the thirtieth day of April in the year of the society 50, at the Blackstone Raids.

inspired by 1459/60 grant of arms to John Alfrey

Monday, August 3, 2020

Scroll Text - Johannes Ramsey- Keystone 2014

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Blacksmiths work with heat and hammer to twist and turn mere iron into works of art and beauty. Of the practical and the fantastic. Of war and of peace. Trusty and welbeloved Johannes Ramsey, for as much as in certain maters that greatly touches and concerns the good will and worship of Us, Our Lands, lordships and subjects, We, Magnus Tindal Augustus and Etain Augusta, have willed Our Order to commen with you Our Will and Desire and pray you therefore hartely that in such things relating to the forge and the demo and the classroom you will do so on Our behalf as a member of the Noble Order of the Keystone with full faith and credence. Given by Our Hands, at War Practice, on the 17th day of May, AS49.

Inspired by a privy seal letter by Edward IV (21 July, 1464)

Scroll Text - Giles Fortecue de Wyntersett - Keystone 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Exchequers hold a special place in Our hearts, thus We wish it to be known to all people, that for the honor and true love we have for them, we have agreed with, and do honor, Our predecessors that they should be honored and rewarded for their service to Shire, Canton, Barony and Kingdom. We thus have been moved of the reports, brought to Our ears, of the service of Giles Fortecue de Wyntersett, exchequer extraordinaire, who, using fast couriers and message birds, did full fill his monetary duties far from home while on pilgrimage in the Levant. Therefore, in order that all may recognize his devotion to service, We have signed Our names to these present letters and award him entrance to the most Noble Order of the Keystone. So say We, Thomas Byron and Ariella, King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc on the seventh day of May, at Crown Tournament.

inspired by Coinage Agreement Between Hamburg & Lübeck, 1255

Scroll Text - Fenna Rioux - Keystone 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

As by the Grace of Heaven Marcus and Margerite, sovereigns of Sylvan AEthelmearc, to the Order, greeting. We will and command of you, Our Order, at the receipt of Our missive to deliver or cause to be delivered before Us Our welbeloved Fenna Rioux, Lady, in consideration of such service as she hath done unto Us and Shire, by graceful service, autocrating, retaining, and acclaim her over and above such accolade as she hath already, as a member of your Order. And these Our Letters shall be sufficient warrant in her behalf that this Keystone is given under Our Privie Seal, at the Æthelmearc Arts & Sciences Champions, 15th of October, Anno Societatis LI, in the Shire of Sunderoak.

Based on a Privy Seal Letter from Queen Elizabeth I to the Treasurer of the Exchequer for the payment of a certain sum to the person named therein

Scroll Text - Elen Woderose - Keystone 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

Bear witness to the words of Timothy of Arindale and Gabrielle van Nijenrode, otherwise called King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc. As it appears for so much as the Order of the Keystone, right Noble company, is, before this day, short of a full compliment. We have been moved to take action this day. We have been informed, by nobles and gentles beyond reproach, of the service of Elen Woderose, right trusty and right welbeloved lady. We are well pleased by the deeds of service that she has performed and the work she has done for Our Kingdom as a herald and an autocrat and are so moved to declare that she may be in all places honourably admitted, renowned, counted, numbered and received among the number and in the company of the Order of the Keystone. And if any does dare challenge Our Will in this manner, let Our wrath fall upon them like a thundering storm upon a field of barley. Thus is Our will made into law on the twenty and seventh day of June, as 50, in Our Barony of Thescorre, at Pax Interruptus.

inspired by Grant of Arms to the Carpenters Company of London, 1466

Scroll Text - Marcán an Fhasaigh - Keystone 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

As by the Grace of Heaven Maynard and Liadain, sovereigns of Sylvan AEthelmearc, to the Order, greeting. We will and command of you, Our Order, at the receipt of Our missive to deliver or cause to be delivered before Us Our welbeloved Marcán an Fhasaigh, also known as Eachmharcach an Fhasaigh, Lady, in consideration of such service as she hath done unto Us by graceful equestrian skills, marshalling, service at demos, fantastic side boards, wonderful tokens, banners and shields in this and divers other Kingdoms, and acclaim her over and above such accolade as she hath already, as a member of your Order. And these Our Letters shall be sufficient warrant in her behalf that this Keystone is given under Our Privie Seal, the 22nd of June, at the Army Muster and Equestrian Event held in the Shire of Stormsport.

Based on a Privy Seal Letter from Queen Elizabeth I to the Treasurer of the Exchequer for the payment of a certain sum to the person named therein.

Scroll Text - Cormacc mac Gille Bridghe - Keystone 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Service Award

To all gentle men and women these present letters hearing or seeing humble recommendation by Thomas Byron and Ariella, Rightful King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc. It is so that many persons moved of noble courage purposing to exercise and use virtuous manners and conditions by ability of which Our eyes have fallen upon a discrete and notable man called Cormacc mac Gille Bridghe, born in the Barony of Endless Hills, who, We have been told, has done many acts of service including acting as knight marshal and autocrat. So pleased are We that We are moved to induct the said Cormacc into the Noble Order of the Keystone and give to him the badge of the Order that he may wear and use in war and in peace for the perpetual memory of the service which he has done for Crown, Kingdom and Barony. Into witness of which We have written these present letters and presented them on the twenty and eighth day of May, AS 51, in Our castle in Abhainn Ciach Ghlais.

inspired by the grant of arms of William Swayne, 1461.

Scroll Text - Augusto Giuseppe da San Donato - Thrown Weapons Champion 2016

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Martial Award

Call upon all and know that We, Christopher and Morgen, by Grace and Prowess Rightful King and Queen of Sylvan AEthelmearc, to all people to whom these present letters shall come, send greetings. Know ye that of Our special grace, certain skill of arms has come to Our notice. We, with Our Own eyes, have witnessed the prowess of Augusto Giuseppe da San Donato, who, with little effort, defeated, demoralized, depressed, discouraged, disheartened and did away with all competition upon the Thrown Weapons range. Furthermore, he overpowered and oppressed all who opposed him and thus, with no other thrower left standing, We are so moved to name the said Augusto as Our Champion of Thrown Weapons. Done on the 30th day of Septemebr, as41, at Harvest Raid.

Inspired by Letters Patent to Sir Humfrey Gylberte June 11, 1578

Scroll Text - Alyce Green - Golden Bee 2010

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - A&S Award

I am the Baron, I speak for the Bees.
I speak for the Bees who are so busy,
Who do so much work they make some dizy.
I am the Baron who speaks for the Bees
Who you have impressed scribing as fast as you please.
Working your fingers to the bone, your skills you teach and hone.
Working so hard for goodness sake,
Even making sure that we have plenty of coffee cake.
(That's placek to you.)

I am the Baron, I speak for the Bees,
And I say to you, Alyce Green, you also should be a bee.
For your pen scribbles and your brushes dribble
And beautiful scrolls you paint, so beautiful one might faint.
Into the Order of the Golden Bee you shall go
And who am I to declare this where all can see?
I am the Baron and I speak for the Bees

Scroll Text - Baron's Choice Pentathalon - Ice Dragon 2010

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - A&S Tourney

At the Ice Dragon Pent many people came and went,
All wished to be the winningist winner of the best.
But how to choose the best? How to pick one out of the rest?
What to do? Too many choices, too many to be seen. I know, I'll use the Patented Baron's Choice Garfunkle Machine.
Just pull the lever and twist the knob. Gefilte the fish and plumb the bob.
Twirl the gawhirl and release the gavlease and a name comes out as fast as you please.
Will it succeed? Yes, indeed! Ninety-eight and three quarters percent guaranteed.
With a whirl of the gaflig and the sprong of the kafloo, it chose you {insert name}, that's who!
You have been picked by the Baron as most nice, even though you made it out of mice,
At Ice Dragon Anno Societatis 44, and we hope you come back next year and enter some more.

Scroll Text - Queen's Choice Pentathalon - Ice Dragon 2014

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - A&S Tourney

Queens quest for the answers to quarrelsome questions and quietly question querulous quakers. Quaintly questioning quartets of scribes whose quivering quills dribble quercitron inks. Querying questionable metalsmiths quenching hot arquebuses. Quelling queasy quintettes with their quadratic quackery. Watching quicksteped dancers quarantined from others; hearing the quintillionth quatrain and quarternotes of quartettes. Reading the quattroncento of quaternity writers whose questionable quartos were quietly quartered. Sampling the quiche and quickbread of quiet quibbling yet quick tempered cooks. Calculating with a quipu and quire the quaint quota of quilts. Never quavering on the quaggy artistic quicksand that is the Pentathalon. Milling entrants with the quintessential quern of quintal weight to find the finest quality of work to call Queens Choice. Thus does the Queen quickly quell this quarrelsome quest and quits Her quandary, quiesces the quibbliers and chooses the work of {INSERT NAME HERE} as the Queen's Choice for the Ice Dragon Pentathalon, this 22nd day of March, AS48, in the quirky Barony of the Rhydderich Hael. And thus, does the Queen claim her quittance of this Quixotic quest.

Scroll Text - Princess's Choice Pentathalon - Ice Dragon 2014

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - A&S Tourney

Due commendations and greetings to all who shall hear or see these letters, I greet you well. Letting you wit that having viewed all of the entries in the Ice Dragon A&S Pentathalon, I was well to perceive thereby the state of the health of the peaceful arts of fair AEthelmearc, as also the good beginnings of success there; for joyful news whereof I give unto you right hearty thanks. And forasmuch as, seeing the other items on display, I have be so moved by your skill, {INSERT NAME HERE}, and have presently signed my name to this warrant naming you and your work as Princess's Choice. Done by the hand of Gabrielle van Nijenrode, Princess of AEthelmearc, at the King's Majesty's Ice Dragon Court, the 21st day of March, in the 49th year of the Society.

Inspired by a letter from Queen Katharine Parr to the Privy Council 25 July 1544

Scroll Text - Prince's Choice Pentathalon - Ice Dragon 2014

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - A&S Tourney

Do all here present pay heed to the words of Timothy of Arindale, by skill of arms, Prince of AEthelmearc. To the nobles and commoners of this, our fair Kingdom, it is the wish and desire of Timothy, the aforesaid Prince of AEthelmearc, to hold up before all the fair works of the trusty and welbeloved subject {INSERT NAME HERE} whose skill in the arts and sciences did impress royal eyes and so moved hand to paper and name you and your work Prince's Choice at the Ice Dragon A&S Pentathalon, held on this 21st day of March, AS nine and forty. And these letters shall be your warranty in this behalf.

Inspired by Henry VII's warrant for an imprest at the receipt of the Exchequer, 10/16/1498

Scroll Text - Prince's Choice Pentathalon - Ice Dragon 2016

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - A&S Tourney

Do all here present pay heed to the words of Thomas Byron of Haverford, by skill of arms, Prince of AEthelmearc. To the nobles and commons of this, our fair Kingdom, it is the wish and desire of Thomas Byron, the aforesaid Prince of AEthelmearc, to hold up before all the fair works of the trusty and welbeloved subject {INSERT NAME HERE} whose skill in the arts and sciences did impress royal eyes and so moved hand to paper and name you and your work Prince's Choice at the Ice Dragon A&S Pentathalon, held on this 2nd day of April, two score and ten years after wise elders met at Mistland's Tourney, from which all days are numbered.

Inspired by Henry VII's warrant for an imprest at the receipt of the Exchequer, 10/16/1498

Scroll Text - Princess Choice Pentathalon - Ice Dragon 2016

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - A&S Tourney

Peace to all to whom this present writing shall come, Ariella of Thornbury, rightful Princess of AEthelmearc Say Greeting. Know you that I have examined, explored, entreated, enquired, estimated, evaluated, envisaged and elected the endeavors of {INSERT NAME HERE} as exemplary and in my eyes so elaborate and elegant that I have been moved to put hand to paper and name you and your work Princess's Choice at the Ice Dragon A&S Pentathalon, held on the feast of St. Francis of Paola, in the fiftieth year of the Society. And these letters shall be your warrant in this behalf.

Inspired by the Quitclaim of lands and Arms by Walter Haywode To John Fromond (12 March 1402/3)

Scroll Text - Second Place Pentathalon - Ice Dragon 2015

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - A&S Tourney

Due commendations and greetings from Carolus and Isolda to all and singular as well Nobles and Gentles and others to whom these presents shall come. The foundations of all true learning must be laid in study, marked by a broad spirit, accurate scholarship, and careful attention to details. We are well moved by the works of {________________________} and are pleased to name him/her as the runner up of the Ice Dragon Pentathalon, this 22nd day of March, AS48, in the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael. Let these letters provide proof of our words thus shall no one deny his/her accompishments.

Scroll Text - Armored Champion - 2015

Kingdom of AEthelmearc - Martial Award

To all those who shall see or hear these present letters Maynard and Liadain, King and Queen of AEthelmearc, greeting and recommendation. Equity requires and reason ordains that men and women, virtuous and of good skill and knowledge, be rewarded for their merits by renown and recognition. And therefore We who not only by common renown but also by the report and testimony of other nobles worthy of credence are truly advertised and informed that [INSERT NAME HERE] has performed feats of combat and as well in this as in other of [his/her] affairs has borne [himself/herself] valiantly and conducted himself honourably so that [he/she] deserved well and is well worth that henceforth [himself/herself] may be in all places honourably admitted renowned counted number and received among the number and in the company of the heavy weapons champions of AEthelmearc. And for the remembrance of this we assign to the said [INSERT NAME HERE] the right to bear the arms and devices of the Kingdom champions. In witness whereof We King and Queen of AEthelmearc above named have signed our hands and sealed with our seal and given the 22 day of June in the year of the society 48.

based on the 1459/60 grant of arms to John Alfrey.

Scroll Text - Thrown Weapons Champion - 2015

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - Martial Award

In the name of Carolus and Isolda, 10th Baron and Baroness of the Rhydderich Hael, peace be upon all who hears or sees these words. Wherefore let the generality of the present as well as the future subjects of our Barony know a competition was held, between the finest throwers of our lands. Many axes, knives and spears where thrown but one did prevail against all others. We do confirm, therefore, this lawful promotion of our {INSERT NAME HERE} to be the Thrown Weapons Champion of the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael and to ourselves and our successors. And wishing this to remain valid unto all their posterity, we forbid by edict that any one, with rash daring, infringe it, or in any way, attempt to violate it, and we validly corroborate this our decree by the present privilege, signed by our hands, the witnesses being all who were in attendance at Baronial Champs, the 23rd of May, AS 50.

inspired by The Gelnhausen Charter; April 13, 1180 A.D.

Scroll Text - Thrown Weapons Champion - 2017

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - Martial Award

Salutations and greetings to all the nobles and gentles of the Rhydderich Hael seeing or hearing these presents. Since those things which are done lapse with the passage of time, and unless they are corroborated by written testimony, will easily slip the memories of men and women, and be changed, we wish it to be known to all people both now and in the future that we, Magnus and Murigel, 11th Baron and Baroness, are most pleased with the thrown weapons skill of {INSERT NAME HERE} and proclaim to all that he/she is to be our thrown weapons champion. Therefore, in order that no calumny may arise in the future, and in order that all doubt may be removed, we have strengthened this gift of ours, corroborating it in writing and with our hands in the year, AS twelve and forty.

Inspired by the Grant of a House at Riga to the Men of Lübeck, 1231

Scroll Text - Petition to the Crown - 2015

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - Kingdom of AEthelmearc

Unto Their Imperial Majesties, Magnus Tindal and Etain, does Their servant, Padraig O'Branduibh, send greetings and good will. Pleaseth Your most excellent Majesties to understand that, whereas, at sundry times heretofore, Your subjects gather to decide who they wish to wear the coronets of the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael. This past June, your nobles and commons did gather and give rise to a vote and did select, before all others, Magnus de Lyons and Miriel du Lac as successors to Carolus and Isolda, Baron and Baroness of the Rhydderich Hael. A petition, thereupon hath been made to Your Imperial Majesties, that this will of Your Barony might be examined and determinded by the holy law and policy of Your lands. To testify to Your Majesties by my writing, that which I have before promised by my word and will and by the word and will of those Your subjects here undersigned, most humbly beseeching Your Majesties to comfort Your Barony and place the dragon coronets upon the heads of Magus and Miriel. Thus, most gracious Majesties, I beseech you long life and good health.
From Padraig, Seneschal of the Barony of the Rhydderich Hael, the XX day of December, in the 50th year of the Society.

inspired by a Letter of Anne of Cleves to her husband, King Henry VIII 11 July 1540

Scroll Text - Baronial Champion - Chivalry 2016

Barony of the Rhydderich Hael - Champion Scroll

To all seeing these presents, the nobles and gentles of the Rhydderich Hael wish the enjoyment of perpetual peace. Since those things which are done lapse with the passage of time, and unless they are corroborated by written testimony, will easily slip the memories of men, and be changed, we wish it to be known to all people both now and in the future that we, Magnus and Murigel, 11th Baron and Baroness of the Rhydderich Hael, for the preservation of that true nobility and the constant courtesy we have in {_________________________}, have named him/her as the Baronial Chivalry Champion. Therefore, in order that no calumny may arise in the future, and in order that all doubt may be removed, we have strengthened this gift of ours, corroborating it in writing and with our hands at Baronial Champs, the 29th day of May, AS51.

Inspired by the Grant of a House at Riga to the Men of Lübeck, 1231