Like lighting from the sky, the fearless osprey strikes its
prey with speed and skill. So too, do the mighty fighters of Atlantia strike
their foes. Such prowess is justly rewarded and recognized by a true King and
Queen. Thus, do We, <name>, King by right of arms of Atlantia, and
<name>, Our chosen Consort induct <name> into Our noble and
fearsome Order of the Silver Osprey that all may know the value of [his/her]
martial skill. (Further, do We award [him/her/<name>] the sole and
exclusive right to bear arms, to wit: <blazon>.)
Done this <date> of <month>, [A.S./Anno
Societatis] <year in Roman numerals> in the
<branch> at <event>.
(*Place confirmation text here if required*)
*Space for Monarchs' signatures*
Rex Atlantia Regina Atlantia
(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms
have been duly registered with the College
of Arms
*space for Triton signature*)
By Eldred Ælfwald
ALTERNATIVE:
Sound horns and cry loudly the deeds of <name>. Upon
the field of honor has [he/she] strewn [his/her] enemies. Fighters flee the
sight of her strength in battle. Thus do We, <name>, King, and
<name>, Queen, of wondrous Atlantia honor [him/her] with induction into
the Order of the Silver Osprey. Adorn thy person with symbols of your Order so
that all will know of your might in battle. Furthermore, we raise you to the
ranks of our nobility and Award you Arms of <blazon> so that all might
know the symbols which should strike fear into the enemy and bring joy to your
Kingdom. Done this <day> day of <month>, [A.S./Anno Societatis] <year
in Roman numerals> in our fair <group> at <event>.
(*Place confirmation text here if required*)
*Space for Monarchs' signatures*
(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms
have been duly registered with the College
of Arms
*space for Triton signature*)
By Adelicia of Cumbria
ALTERNATIVE:
Might upon the field of battle commands Our attention.
Teaching upon the practice field brings increased strength to our Army. Both
together define the work of <name>. [He/She] has demonstrated great
prowess upon the field of combat and brought honor to his house. Thus do we
King <name> and Queen <name> induct [him/her] into our Order of the
Silver Osprey in recognition of his work. (Furthermore we do raise [him/her] to
the ranks of nobility and Award [him /her] Arms, to wit: <blazon>). .
Done this <date> day of <month>, [A.S./Anno Societatis] <year in
Roman numerals> at our <branch>.
(* place confirmation text here if required *)
* Space for Monarchs' signatures *
(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms
have been duly registered with the College
of Arms
* Space for Triton Herald signature *)
By Adelicia of Cumbria
ALTERNATIVE:
King <name> and Queen <name> honor <name>
this day. The clash of Arms, the cries of defeat, the glory and honor of
victory are yours. You have proven your prowess upon the field of battle and
shown great promise. Wise Monarchs must acknowledge this fine work done and
induct you into the Order of the Silver Osprey. Let all who read these words
tremble with knowledge of the might of Atlantia’s forces. (In recognition of
this honor, We also Award you Arms and raise you to the ranks of the nobility
of Atlantia. Done this <date> day of <month>, [A.S./Anno
Societatis] <year in Roman numerals> at our <branch>.
(* place confirmation text here if required *)
* Space for Monarchs' signatures *
By Adelicia of Cumbria
ALTERNATIVE:
Raise goblets of fine mead! Raise voices in praise! Great
deeds upon the field of battle has <name> performed. We, <name> and
<name>, King and Queen of Atlantia stand proud and bask in the honor
achieved by our subject. Honor is returned with honor, and thus do we induct
[him/her] into our Order of the Silver Osprey in recognition of [his /her]
prowess upon the field of battle. (We recognize [him/her] as a member of Our
Nobility, and Award [him/her] Arms, to wit: <blazon>). . Done this
<date> day of <month>, [A.S./Anno Societatis] <year in Roman
numerals> at our <branch>.
(* place confirmation text here if required *)
* Space for Monarchs' signatures *
(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms
have been duly registered with the College
of Arms
* Space for Triton Herald signature *)
By Adelicia of Cumbria
ALTERNATIVE:
Stand proud Atlantia that <name> is one of your
[sons/daughters]. Stand in fear all that oppose Atlantia for such warriors as
[he/she] do we place in your way. Strong deeds on and off the field of battle
does [he/she] perform. We <name> & <name>, King and Queen of
Atlantia sing the praises of <name> and induct [him/her] into our Order
of the Silver Osprey. (Furthermore we do raise [him/her] to the ranks of
nobility and Award him Arms, to wit: <blazon>). Done this <date>
day of <month>, [A.S./Anno Societatis] <year in Roman numerals> at
our <branch>.
(* place confirmation text here if required *)
* Space for Monarchs' signatures *
(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms
have been duly registered with the College
of Arms
* Space for Triton Herald signature *)
By Adelicia of Cumbria
[Source: Atlantian Scribes
Handbook (pdf)]
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