Order of Gawain for Ari Finason

In accordance with all that is proper, attend and bear witness that we, Kenric and Avelina, Rex and Regina Orientalis have observed with great interest the actions of Ari Finason of Endewearde.

Though a young man still, his courage on the tourney field and his confidence and grace with rapier and sword have foretold the warrior he has become. He is greater still in fairness, generousity of spirit and thoughtfulness to others. Whether lending his strength to the humblest of tasks or rising to the occasion and bringing swift aid to those in need, his kindness and amiablity are a treasure to Our kingdom.

We therefore commend him and welcome him into the Order of Gawain. In witness whereof, before all here present, do We thereby set Our signs manual to make of these letters firm and binding on this 25th day of January A.S. XVLIII at Market Day at Birka in Our Barony of Stonemarche.

Wording by Christiana Crane.

East Kingdom Order of Gawain Wording

Though small in stature, great in achievement. much skilled is (recipient name). We have noted with pride his/her (describe ability/achievement). let word of his/her skill spread far and wide so all my know the esteem in which We (King’s name), King and (Queen’s name), Queen of the East, hold for one so accomplished. It is by Our wish that he/she become an honored member of the order of Gawain. and may his/her skills in the future stand ready to defend Our beloved Kingdom. Done this (number) day of (month), a.S. (year) at (event), in the (host group name).

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