Atlantia Order of the Yew Bow Wording

The ghosts of those who fell on the fields of Agincourt and Crecy will readily attest to the deadly effectiveness of a skillfully handled bow and a well-shot arrow. In as much as <name> has distinguished [himself/herself] as an archer of great renown and has strengthened Our Realm through the teaching of this skill to many other of Our subjects, We, <King's name> and <Queen's name>, lawful Sovereigns of Atlantia, choose to induct [him/her/<name>] into Our Order of the Yew Bow.

(Further We do grant [him/her/<name>] the sole and exclusive right to bear arms, to wit: <blazon>.) Done this <date> of <month>, A.S. in our <branch><, at [site/event]>.

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(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

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By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

[Source: Atlantian Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Atlantia Grant of Arms Wording

Know all by these presents that We <name> and <name>, King and Queen of Atlantia, having determined to give a Grant of Arms to Our subject <name>, for [his/her] service to Our Realm, do hereby affirm [his/her] [sole/unique] and exclusive right to bear <blazon> (place augmentation text after the blazon if required; see below). In witness thereof We set Our hand. Done this<date> of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> in our <branch>, at <event>.

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 Rex Regina Regina

I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do confirm these arms may be rightfully borne.

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ALTERNATIVE:

[Be it known/Let it be known/Know all men] by these present letters that We, <name>, King by right of Arms of this Sovereign Realm of Atlantia, and <name> , Our Queen Consort, in keeping with the duties and privileges accorded with the rule of Our

Kingdom here bestow upon <name>a Grant of Arms and confer upon [him/her] all the honors, privileges and responsibilities inherent there unto. In recognition of this We Grant unto [him/her] the sole right to bear without hindrance these Arms: <blazon> (follow with augmentation text if required). Done this <date> of <month>,A.S. <year in Roman numerals> in our <branch>, at <event>.

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Rex Regina

Regina

Verum est.

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ALTERNATIVE:

Attend all gentle persons and nobles unto whom these presents shall come, for <name> and<name>, King and Queen of Atlantia, send commendations and greetings. Our subject, <name>hath pleased Us greatly by [his/her] service to Our Realm (, most especially in <area of service or office held>). We choose to honor [him/her] with a Grant of Arms and hereby affirm [his/her]right to bear <blazon> (followed by augmentation if required). In token and witness whereof We have set our hand. Done this <date> of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> in our <branch>, at <event>.

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 Rex Regina

I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

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By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

Right mindful of the excellence of the many tasks performed by <name> in service to the Crown and Kingdom We, <name>, by right of arms Sovereign King of Atlantia and <name> , Our gracious Queen, do commend [his/her] efforts and acknowledge their worth. Therefore do We, from this day henceforth, grant [him/her] the right to bear <blazon> without let or hindrance from any person in accordance with the laws and tradition of Our Kingdom. (Place augmentation text here if required; e.g., [further do

We augment said Arms, to wit: ]). In affirmation We set Our hands. Done this <date> of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> in our <branch>, at <event>.

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 Rex Regina

The college of Arms, finding no impediment to the Arms here blazoned, has assigned their exclusive use to the named noble person.

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[Source: Atlantian Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Atlantia Order of The King's Missiliers Wording

The ghosts of those who fell on the fields of Agincourt and Crecy will readily attest to the deadly effectiveness of a skillfully handled bow and a well-shot arrow. In as much as <name> has distinguished [himself/herself] as an archer of great renown and has strengthened Our Realm through the teaching of this skill to many other of Our subjects, We, <King's name> and <Queen's name>, lawful Sovereigns of Atlantia, choose to induct [him/her] into Our Order of the King's Missiliers.

(Further We do award him/her the sole and exclusive right to bear arms, to wit: <blazon>.) Done this <date> of <month>, A.S. in our <branch><, at [site/event]>.

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(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

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By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

Fly, Atlantia's foes from the bolts and shafts of doughty bowmen who grace the ranks of Our armies. True skill and worthy subjects are due just recognition and reward. We, <name> and <name>, rightful King and Queen of Atlantia, find the noble <name> to be such a skillful archer whose passion for the art and skill of the bowman has earned [him/her/<name>] of Our favor. Mindful of true worth and loyalty, We do induct the good <name> into Our august Order of the King's Missiliers that others may recognize his worth as an archer of Our Kingdom. (Further, do We award [him/her/<name>] the sole and exclusive right to bear arms, to wit: <blazon>>.)

 In witness whereof We set Our hands this <date> day of <month> Anno Societatis <year in Roman numerals> (at [site/event]).

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Rex Regina

(Verum est.

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By Eldred Ælfwald

ALTERNATIVE:

The Earth trembles as strong walls fall to the might of the deadly siege engine. Its power is to lay low the fortifications of the enemy host and allow Atlantia's warriors to meet the foe on equal terms upon the field. Let all know that <name> has proven [his/her] worth not only as a warrior and an archer, but as a capable siege engineer. Such worth shall not go unrecognized or unrewarded. We, <name>, Rex, and <name>, Regina Atlantia, do hereby induct <name> into Our august Order of the King's Missiliers (for <activity>) (Further, do We award [him/her/<name>] the sole and exclusive right to bear arms, to wit: <blazon>>.)

Let none hinder Our will as We set our hands and seal on this <date> day of <month> Anno Societatis <year in Roman numerals> (at [site/event]).

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Rex Regina

(Verum est.

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By Eldred Ælfwald

ALTERNATIVE:

The armies of our enemies cry “Shield Up” for they have seen the Archers of Atlantia approach. The rain of arrows shall strike them down. Each archer shoots individual arrows which become a hail of defeat to the enemy. “Well done!”, cries your Monarchs <name> & <name>, King and Queen of Atlantia. Be recognized for your prowess with induction into Our Order of the King’s Missiliers. (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>.

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(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

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By Adelicia of Cumbria & Timmeke Haakonson

ALTERNATIVE:

Straight flies the arrow shot by Atlantia’s archers. Swiftly do they strike the target. True do they land to defeat the enemy. Atlantian archers stand tall among the warriors of our land. One such warrior is <name>. Straight and true are their arrows in Atlantia’s defense. So do I, <name>, King of Atlantia, and I, <name>, Queen of Atlantia , recognizing the achievements of our loyal subject do induct [him/her] into our Order of the King’s Missiliers. (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>.

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(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

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By Adelicia of Cumbria & Timmeke Haakonson

ALTERNATIVE:

Kings and Queens require different skills from their subject. An archer’s talent is unique step to the lands and hit their mark. Never do their arrows fall short. The strength of arms is evident in the archer’s stance. One such archer is <name>. [He/She] has shown great prowess in [his/her] chosen art and thus deserves recognition. Therefore, do we <name> and <name> King and Queen of Atlantia induct <name> into our Order of the King’s Missiliers in recognition of [his/her] contributions to Atlantia through archery. (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>.

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(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

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By Adelicia of Cumbria & Timmeke Haakonson

ALTERNATIVE:

Merry Men of Atlantia rally to the call of Your King and Queen. Take up your bows and follow us to great adventure. Leading your great quest will be <name> for he has shown prowess at arms and archery. We, <name> King and our glorious Queen <name>, induct <name> into our Order of the King’s Missiliers for his skill and teaching of archery greatly pleases us. He is man to follow, so strike out on adventure. (For his leadership, we further raise him to the ranks of nobility and Award Arms to wit: <blazon>). Done this <date> day of <month>, [A.S./Anno Societatis] <year in Roman numerals> at our <branch>.

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(I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

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By Adelicia of Cumbria & Timmeke Haakonson

[Source: Atlantian Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Atlantia Sea Urchin Wording

The children of Atlantia bring joy and gladness to Our hearts. They are the new lifeblood of Our Kingdom and through their lives enrich us all. It is Our desire to reward the good deeds done by the young gentlepersons of Our Realm. We, <name> and <name>, King and Queen of Atlantia therefore make <name> a member of Our Order of the Sea Urchin. Done this <day> day of <month> A.S. <year in Roman numerals>.

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Rex Regina

By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

The young people of Our Realm bring joy to Our hearts and make the day more bright by their presence. Their laughter is music to Our ears. Today We have noted that <name> has, for a time, put away [his/her] toys and has performed tasks of benefit to Our lands. In recognition of this service do We, <name> and <name>, King and Queen of Atlantia, hereby induct [him/her] into Our Order of the Sea Urchin. Done in accordance with Our Royal Will this <day> day of <month> A.S. <year in Roman numerals>.

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Rex Regina

By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

As our Fierce warriors defend our frontiers, so youth defend our future. For without a hope of tomorrow, what is today? We, <king's name> and <queen's name>, Monarchs of Atlantia, do find in our faithful servant, <recipient name> such hope. Through [his/her] words and deeds [he/she] has proven that age is no barrier to service. Therefore we Proudly claim [him/her] as our own and make [him/her] a member of the Order of the Sea Urchin with all rights, privledges, duties, and responsibilities therewith. Done by our hands, this <day> day of <month> A.S.<year in Roman numerals> (at <event>).

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 Rex Regina

By James of Middle Aston

ALTERNATIVE:

Though small in size, the Sea Urchin swims strong against the ocean's buffets. So too does the strength of Atlantia's future lie in our smallest members, Our Children. <Name> is one such example of Atlantia's future. Service and enthusiasm so great in one so young is deserving of reward. So do We <King's name>, Rex and <Queen's name>, Regina, award <name> membership in the Order of the Sea Urchin, so that [he/she] may be encouraged to continue [his /her] service as part of Atlantia's glorious future. Done by our hands, this <day> day of <month> A.S.<year in Roman numerals> (at <event>). 

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 Rex Regina

By Kilmeny Jokulsdottir

ALTERNATIVE:

Small hands may do great works. The works of <name> are so worthy as to draw the attention of a King and Queen. Thus do We <name>and <name> award the noble <name> Our Award of the Sea Urchin this <date>day of <month>, A. S. <year in Roman numerals> in our lands of <group>.

 Rex Regina

By Bryce de Byrum

[Source: Atlantian Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Atlantia Undine Wording

The duties and responsibilities of the Crown are many and the assistance give to a Queen during the course of Her reign greatly lightens this burden. It is the prerogative of the Queen to reward this personal service given Her. We, <Queen's name>, Queen of fair Atlantia, are therefore minded to give Our personal token, the Undine, to <name>. Done by Our hand this <date> day of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> (at [occasion/place] e.g.: Our last court).

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Regina

By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

We, <name>, Queen of Atlantia being mindful of the personal service and assistance of <name> hereby give them Our personal token, the Undine. The burdens of the Crown have been much lightened by <his/her> efforts. Done by Our hand this <date> day of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> (at [occasion/place] e.g.: Our last court).

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Regina

By Tristan Alexander

ALTERNATIVE:

As the soothing voice of the Undine calms men, so the service of <name> has calmed and assisted Us during Our reign. As Queen of Atlantia, We, <Queen’s name> are minded to recognize <name> for such service with Our personal token, the Undine. This We do on this <date> day of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> (at [occasion/place]).

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Regina

By Tristan Alexander

[Source: Atlantian Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Atlantia King's Award of Excellence Wording

It is one of the great pleasures of a King to recognize and honor excellence in those of His subjects He deems worthy. Such a subject is <name>, who has greatly pleased Us with [his/her] [good works/...some specific thing...] this day. We, <King's name>, King of Atlantia, are therefore minded to bestow upon [him/her] Our King's Award of Excellence. Done this <date> day of <month>, Anno Societatis <year in Roman numerals> (at <specific site or event>).

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Rex

By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

We, <King's name>, by right of arms King, find the works and deeds of <name> to be greatly pleasing and of benefit to Our great Kingdom of Atlantia. We therefore decree that [he/she] shall henceforth bear Our Award of Excellence, that all may know of the recognition bestowed upon [him/her] this day. Done by Our Royal whim this <date> day of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals>.

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Rex

By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

<King’s name>, by right of arms, Kinge of Atlantia gives gretyng. Know alle that one of the plaisirs of kyngschipe is to recognize et honnour excellence when that a a subject hath proven [his/her] woorth. Such a parson is <name> has proven [himselfe/herselfe] to be. Givern herrbi unto [him/hir] for divers dedes et demonstracons of such worth is the Award of Excellence. This is by royal whim and royal will. So that none may conteste this fiat, wytness set here below the honed of the Kynge. Done the <date> of <month>, [A.S./Anno Societatis] <year in Roman numerals>.

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Rex

By Eldred Ælfwald

[Source: Atlantian Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Atlantia Shark's Tooth Wording

The shark is legendary for its ferocity and its strength. The keen tooth of the shark is an apt symbol for the fiercest of Atlantia's warriors. Bravery in many battles and refusal to yield in the face of daunting numbers makes <name> worthy to be counted among those warriors. Therefore do We, King <King's name> and Queen <Queen's name> of Atlantia, award the Shark's Tooth in recognition of valour on the field. Done this <date> day of <month>, Anno Societatis <year in Roman numerals>.

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Rex Regina

 ALTERNATIVE:

Valor, tenacity, chivalry and skill at arms are hallmarks of the warriors of Atlantia. Honed and ready, like the keen teeth of the shark, they tear at the forces of Our enemies. Such a warrior is <name>, whose indomitable spirit strengthens Our armies and weakens those of Our foemen. Therefore do We, <King's name> and <Queen's name>, King and Queen of Atlantia, award [him/her] that Shark's Tooth, that all may know of [his/her] prowess. Done this <date> day of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> (at Our [location/event]).

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Rex Regina

By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

Deep in its heart

Poseidon's Realm

Hides fury in the dark

Swiftly darting

Silent hunting

A predator called shark

No tentacle

To crush or drag

Its victims down beneath

This violent force

doth rend its foes

with nothing but its teeth

Atlantia's

Ferocity

Is kin this mighty beast

Each sword that's swung

A rending bite

Our foe becomes our feast

Today We give you, <name>, an Award of the Shark's Tooth so that all who see it will know who Atlantia's most fearsome warriors are. Done this <date> day of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> (at Our [location/event]).

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 Rex Regina

By Fritz Justus Fritz

[Source: Atlantian Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Atlantia Queen's Order of Courtesy Wording

Be it known to all men that <name> makes Our  heart smile with shows of great love and courtesy.  For [his/her] worthy deeds and perfect gentleness do  We, <Queen's name>, Regina Atlantie, bring  <name> into Our Order of Courtesy. Done this  <date> of <month>, [A.S./Anno Societatis] <year in  Roman numerals> in the <branch> at <event>.

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Regina Atlantie

ALTERNATIVE:

Courtesy and gracious behavior are hallmarks to which all noble persons should achieve and it is by the Queen's hand that such honorable conduct is recognized. Such a person is <name>, who by [his/her] deeds has served as an exemplar to all Our subjects. Therefore do We, <Queen's name>, Queen of Atlantia, hereby bring [him/her/<name>] into Our Order of Courtesy. Done this <date> day of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> (at [specific event/site]).

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Regina

By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

Many are the treasures of Atlantia's Queen. Most treasured and favored are those who inspire those around them to acts of courtesy and chivalry. More precious is this to us than gold or jewels. Thus do we, <Queen>, Regina Atlantia, count <name of recipient> as a treasured personage in our beloved Kingdom, and a member of Our Order of Courtesy. Let them be known to all as an example of that which a Queen values. Done by our Royal Hand this <day> of <month>, Anno Societatis <year in Roman numerals>, (at <event name> (in <place name>.))

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Regina

By Alejandro Mateo Ramirez y Mendoza

[Source: Atlantian Scribes Handbook (pdf)]