Trimaris Augmentation of Arms Wording

The Augmentation of Arms, although a non-armigerous award, is the highest heraldic honor bestowed by the Crown of Trimaris. Because of this, wordings for this award are highly individualized and may include a directed Augmentation of Arms (specified by the Crown) or an undirected Augmentation of Arms (chosen later by the recipient). After accepting a commission for an Augmentation of Arms be sure to check with the Crown or Chart Signet (whichever gave you the commission) to verify if the Augmentation is directed or undirected before composing verbiage for the award. 

Blank Augmentation scrolls with text should never be created. These awards will be commissioned directly by the Chart Signet or the Crown.

The following award verbiage is provided as a guide only. These wordings were created specifically for past recipients of this award. Please do not use these wordings as written and instead consider them only as a guide for the type of individualized verbiage that is created for this honor.

EXAMPLE 1

Augmentation for Sir Takamatsu Sadamitsu no kami Tadayoshi

Written in Japanese Tanka style poetry form utilizing a 5-7-5-7-7 syllable format. Composed by Baroness Maol Mide ingen Medra OL, OP

This three-sea land of

Trimaris could not be, but

for the gentle and

the brave who live among us

each day bettering our dream.

Thus Takamatsu,

a fair man of poetry

who knows silent waves

as well as the clash of war

knows the heart of Trimaris.

Our Kingdom is judged

by the worth of our people

so Trimaris shines

as a bright jewel because

Takamatsu abides here.

In the heart of our

Takamatsu, Trimaris

is held safe and strong.

In the heart of Trimaris

this man will live forever.

In this Royal court

We the Crown of Trimaris

would bestow on him

an Augmentation of Arms

so all know his worth to us.

Takamatsu Sadamitsu no kami Tadayoshi

Augmentation of Arms

September 2 AS  XLVII

EXAMPLE 2:

Augmentation for Baron Octavio de Flores

Composed by Baroness Maol Mide ingen Medra OL, OP

There are those in whom Trimaris sets her root and over time they grow intertwined with this fair Kingdom so that their sucess is a jewel surrounded by three seas and their voice becomes the voice by which we know Trimaris best.

You, Octavio de Flores, are Trimaris.

Your kindness and spirit are among the best treasures of this fair land, your efforts become tales that will pass into our history and define us, and your voice will remain the sound by which our hearts are filled with Trimaris.

We, Thorsten and Zepherine, would happily add to the accolades your deeds have won by bestowing this Augmentation of Arms so that all shall know the esteem in which you are held. So done this 14th day of March in the XLII year of our Society.

EXAMPLE 3:

Augmentation for Baroness Lisabetta Maria da Firenze

Composed by Master Simon Maurus of the Argent Quill

The grandeur for which the Kingdom of Trimaris is known is made possible by the loving hands of Her people. Beloved artisans create, share and preserve all that is beautiful for posterity in countless priceless and masterful works. Her Excellency Mistress Lisabetta Maria da Firenze has for many years so colored our lives, and for this we are moved to bestow upon her an Augmentation of Arms.

EXAMPLE 4:

Augmentation for Baron Severin Visconti di Milano

Composed by Master Simon Maurus of the Argent Quill

Steadfast in defense of Truth, Honor and Virtue, with heart, head and hand, our good Ser Severin Visconti di Milano has for many years served tirelessly to keep the Tempests of the world from Our shores. So too has he has given of himself that Our fair Kingdom thrive and prosper. It is for his devoted vigilance as our Servant and Sentinel that we with great love bestow upon him an Augmentation of Arms.

[Source: The Trimaris College of Scribes]

Outlands Augmentation of Arms Wording

Promissory

We, _________ and _________, King and Queen of the Outlands, of Our special Grace and from Our certain knowledge of the nobility and worth of Our subject ___________, do wish to recognize [his/her] services long and faithfully rendered to Our realm {as

___________}.

We do therefore, confer unto [him/her] an Augmentation of Arms, the expression of which is to be determined by <TITLE> ______________ , after consultation with Ourselves and Our heralds as to the most suitable form.

Given under Our hands this ____ day of _______, Anno Societatis ______, being _____ Gregorian

________, King ________, Queen

ALTERNATIVE:

Augmentation of Arms – Final

_________________ and ___________________, King and Queen of the Outlands, to all and singular who come by these presents, Greetings.

Inasmuch as We are well pleased with the long and steadfast service of Our subject ___________ {as __________}, and that there be greater testimony of Our gratitude to [him/her] for excellent and honorable work well rendered, We are minded to confer unto <TITLE> ______________ an Augmentation of Arms which, having been approved by the College of Arms in accordance with Our desire, shall be displayed as follows:

<COMPLETE BLAZON OF ARMS WITH THE AUGMENTATION>. And this shall stand as a symbol of Our high regard so that all shall know of [his/her] value.

Given under Our hands this _____ day of ________, Anno Societatis ______, being ______ Gregorian

__________, King _________, Queen

[Source: Kingdom of the Outlands Scribe’s Handbook (pdf)]

Middle Kingdom Kingdom Augmentation of Arms Wording

Because of the nature of this award, the office of the Dragon Herald prefers the scribe to obtain a specific wording from their majesties at the time of the assignment.

[Source: Middle Kingdom Scribe’s Handbook (pdf)]

Middle Kingdom Royal Augmentation of Arms Wording

Proclaim to all throughout the land that we (name of Sovereign), King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort), our Queen (King), have witnessed the service with which (name of recipient) hath exemplified the ideals which we strive to uphold, and therefore do we wish to acknowledge him/her in a fitting and seemly manner with some visible token of our esteem. We are minded to give unto him/ her a Royal Augmentation of Arms in recognition of his/her deeds. It shall be a specific charge signifying our appreciation and commendation, to be incorporated into his/her arms in accordance with both his/her wishes and the Rules of the College of Arms of the Known World. Done by our hands this __ day of ___, Anno Societatis (A.S.) ___, in our (location of event).

[Source: Middle Kingdom Scribe’s Handbook (pdf)]

Meridies Augmentation of Arms Wording

There are among the populace of the Laurel Kingdom of Meridies those gentles who, either individually or as a group, have contributed extensively, far and above the high expectations for Grace, Growth, Gentility, and Nurture of Meridies. Thus We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), Sovereign and Consort of Meridies, wish to Grant unto (Recipient's name) the Meridian Augmentation of Arms of Three Mullets in Chevron, One and Two, Argent, to be registered with the Laurel Sovereign of Arms and the College of Arms and to be displayed thus: (blazon with augmentation added). Done by Our hands this (number) day of (month) Anno Societatis (Society year), being (Year) Gregorian.

-To be signed by Sovereign and Consort, with space for their seals. This award must also be signed by Beacon Principal Herald, with places for a third signature and seal.

[Source: A Handbook for Scribes of the Kingdom of Meridies (doc)]

East Kingdom Royal Augmentation of Arms Wording

Let it be known unto all that We, (King’s name & Queen’s name), royal Sovereigns of the East, are grateful for the service given to us by Our beloved (recipient’s name). (Insert specific reasons.) Thus We are pleased to bestow upon him/her a royal augmentation of arms, so all may know her worth. (Insert blazon, if known.) Done by Our hands at (event name) in Our (name of host group).

King’s signature space            Queen’s signature space

Herald’s signature space

[Source: East Kingdom College of Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

East Kingdom Augmentation of Arms Wording

Greetings unto all who hear these words and know that We, (King’s name & Queen’s name), King and Queen of the East, know full well the devoted service given Our Kingdom by the noble (recipient’s name). He has (reasons, reasons, reasons).

In recognition of his efforts and in anticipation of his continued dedication to Our realm, We gladly bestow upon him a Kingdom augmentation of arms. (Insert blazon, if known.) Done by Our hands at (event name) in Our (name of host group).

King’s signature space            Queen’s signature space

Herald’s signature space

[Source: East Kingdom College of Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Ealdormere Personal Royal Augmentation of Arms Wording

Let all nobles and peers of the realm draw near, and let all gentles of the realm hear these words, that Their Most Gracious Majesties, [Sovereign] [Rex/Regina] and [Consort] [Regina/Rex] do recognize the noble worth of [recipient], and the good works they have done for the Realm of Ealdormere. Their Majesties convey Their thanks to [recipient], and know in the fullness of Their wisdom that no kingdom honour is sufficient for the service that has been rendered to Their royal person.

It is therefore Their desire and decree that [recipient] shall be known to all by a mark of royal favour. This favour shall take the noble bearing of an Augmentation of Arms, to whit, [personal charge of the royalty], to be borne on an escutcheon of pretense, a rondel, a canton, or in any other manner of noble bearing that shall display this singular mark of favour of the Crown.

Let all cheer for this wondrous occasion, and let the heralds now be set to work! Done this [day] day of [month], Anno Societatis [year], from the Court of Their Majesties, [Sovereign] [Rex/Regina] et [Consort] [Regina/Rex] Regina Borealis.

[Source: Ealdormere Scribal College]

Atenveldt Augmentation of Arms Wording

We, _____ and _____, King and Queen of Atenveldt, do recognize Our subject ______, for their long service and devotion to the Kingdom of Atenveldt and to the Society, evidenced by their (list a few great works here). Therefore We grant them an Augmentation of Arms as here emblazoned (make sure the recipients device with the proper augmentation is painted on the scroll), which shall be displayed as a symbol of the high regard in which she is held by Us and Our Kingdom.

Done by Our Hands this _____ day of ______ (month), Anno Societatis ____ (roman numerals), being 200_ in the Common Era.

______________________ ___________________________

 Rex                                     Regina

By Jennifer Trethewy

[Source: The Kingdom of Atenveldt Scribe’s Handbook (pdf)]

An Tir Augmentation of Arms Wording

Know all unto whom these presents come that We, ____________ and ____________, King and Queen of the Laurel Kingdom of An Tir, have witnessed the long and devoted service of ________________________ to Our Kingdom and Us. Therefore, in recognition of his/her steadfast devotion, and through Our special grace and certain knowledge of the nobility and worth of this Our subject, We bestow upon him/her an Augmentation of Honour, to be borne on his/her arms from this day forward, in accordance with the College of Arms. Given by Our hand and seal, this _________ day of (month)___________, anno societatis ____.

 [Source: An Tir College of Scribes site]