Aurelia Gabriana, Order of the Laurel, backlog scroll (written in 2015; updated in 2017)

I was asked to write the wording for a backlog scroll for Mistress Aurelia Gabriana (of beloved memory) for her induction into the Order of the Laurel.

Lo, Roak and his queen did bring Their word

From Trino land; that Laurel was conferred

Unto Aurelia known for lovely art

For twas she that with needle showed her heart

So thence to teach was this new Laurel tasked

To well regard decree the Royals asked.

This was written in the chronicles as being during the winter war on the second of March in the year 42 after the foundation of the empire

Wording by THLaird Colyne Stewart, based on a verse attributed to Tyrtaeus, as found in “The Life of Lycurgus” in “Parallel Lives” by Plutarch.

Jocelyn de Cranewell, Order of Defense, 2016

Be it known unto all by this present writings wheresoever it shall come to be read, heard or understood and especially to all manner of officers under Our dominions do We, Nigel III and Adrielle III, monarchs of the lands of the north, to all Justices, Mayors, Shieriffs, Bailiffs, Constables, Headboroughs, and to their deputies, and to all others to whom this decree comes, greetings.

Every parent, in order that their children should acquire reputation, procures for them some place in some royal court, and of some protection, to provide for them the best that they can. So did a notary of the court of Florence, place with Us his only daughter, who has, under the guise of learning to dance, become adept with the sword, and dagger, and cloak. She has traveled far across the Known World, both learning from those who are masters of the art, while freely giving of her knowledge to those in need. She has flourished upon the field, and has Our trust.

Thus do We, your sovereign King and Queen majesties with Our most honourable counsel, look with favour upon Jocelyn de Cranewell as an exemplar of the arts of the sword, and because she is dear to Us and shown of herself the magnanimity, the cunning, the valour, and the innumerable other virtues, and also the greatness of her ancestors, being descended as she is from a Lion of Ansteorra, who was begat by Hans Durmast, who was begat by the Moondragon who introduced the art of defense to the Society, do We admit with authority and by special commission under Our broad seal the said Jocelyn de Cranewell into the Order of Defense, forever more to be known as a Maestra and a Peer of the realm. And therefore we state by Our royal majesty and most honourable cousel, desire all our true subjects to aid the said Jocelyn de Cranewall against all strangers and such as teach without authority, and such foresworn men against Our royal majesties, which of long time have deceived our true subjects. We desire all our true subjects and officers as they love our sovereign crown to suffer none to keep any school of Defense whatsoever they be except having authority to show in like case as this Maestra Jocelyn de Cranewall hath unless it otherwise be also recognized by the Crown. In so doing you shall show your selves true and full faith officers and subjects unto our power.

In witness thereof on the day of the feast of Clare of Assisi, while sitting Our thrones in the Debatable Lands at the Pennsic War in this, the fifty-first year of the Society, do We sign our hand and seal.

Wording by THLaird Colyne Stewart, based in part on the introduction to Ridolfo Capo Ferro’s treatise "Great Representation of the Art and Use of Fencing" and Sloan MS 2530 page 31-2 which concerns the creation of a Master of Defense. Section in bold may have been cut for space.

Othindisa bykona, Order of the Laurel, 2015

Þá á vetra stofnans fertugundi ok níundi, Rikardsmessa inn Konung, inn nótt tuttugundi ok annarr þorsmánaðar ok nótt sjaundi mánaðar fimti einvalds Titus ok Anna Leigh, Konunginn Æthelmerc ok Kvenna. Gegnum meðan hæstir eru stormar um vetrinn fóru á Vindkverns Stað á hinna Syndar Sjau Dauðligra Hóf. Þar tala hinn skaldshvítskeggjaðr heyrðu

Ok hann sagði:

Engis gulla augar
óðrærs æna smyrill;
flugastinga súpa
sæta mjölkblóms lævíss.
Vængar með höggvanda
vínsvelgr fljóta til býhus
Þer hunangs ymrþjuða
þrekliga stemma lækrgull.

Meyja hroska meldrar
mala luma hunangs -
lærdóms glaðast landvörð
ljoseld halda blossi.
Runum Freyjas fela -
fjarðlog herjar hirða.
Riki býheims hrósa
ræriróðs prúðlig meyja.

Birtigulla býtár
bekkr damstæð leka
játir barajastars
yndiligr bekkr vindsgnýr.
Hrannir út hann dynjað
Hárs á saltunnu skáldit
siglað Óðinns segjað
skaldskipit ok ölhrönn.

Ágæta Óðindisa
afusa meyja gullin.
Bóndar mikill býkongs
berrat órdsmíðs bjórveig.

Þá er heyrðu þessa, Titus ok Anna Leigh fundu Oðindisa bykona, aldæll ok víta, mætr ganga í bönd með bróðernit lárviðs af vísi býhalda vítr ok læring hana af vísi þat. Gjöf gefu henni, nafn aeðlæst ok skjaldnafn: Fjólublátt, sól í dýrð hans, á æðstu gulli þrjú perur grænt, eiginn hennar af opið bref. Ok gleðusk állr!

Þus endast nóttsaginn einvalds Titus ok Anna Leigh, Konungr ok Kvenna Aethelmearc.

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Then, in the forty-ninth winter from the Founding, on the Feast day of Richard the King, being the 22nd night of Thor-month, and the seventh night of the fifth month of the reign of Titus and Anna Leigh, the King of AEthelmearc and his Queen traveled in the depth of winter to visit their WindMill Stead for the Seven Deadly Sins Feast. There they heard the White-Beard Skald speak. And he said:

Meadow´s golden-eyes gathers the hawk of wisdom The sting-fly sips sweet blooms' strong milk Drunkard with wings staggering floats to home at bee house There the buzzing-tribe strongly stems the stream-gold. Maiden of the mill wise measures golden honey. Brings to landward brightest beacon´s light of learning. Keeps she Freya's secrets, keeps the baron's fjord-flame. King of bee-home praises wisdom's stately maiden. Bright-gold bee-tears frozen brook the golden dam-yard leaks. Charming bee-tear brook squall yields finest yeast-wave. Har's waves flow to high hall barrel quenches skald's thirst. Skalds ships sails all ways over Odin's ale-wave. Thanks to golden maiden, Oðindisa's glory, Bee-king's minions many bring to wordsmith strong drafts.

After hearing this, Titus and Anna Leigh found Othindisa bykona, gentle and wise, most worthy of taking the oath of a Companion of the Laurel Brotherhood for her studies in the science of keeping bees and her teaching of that science, and They gave her a gift of a Most Noble Name and the shield-naming: Purpure, a sun in his splendor, on a chief Or three pears vert, hers alone by Letters Patent. And all rejoiced!

Thus ends this night-saga of the reign of Titus and Anna Leigh, King and Queen of Æthelmearc.

Words by Baron Fridrikr Tomasson

Dafydd ap Sion, Pelican, 2014

Since human frailty is more inclined towards forgetfulness of good than towards longing for eternal bliss, it is necessary to make permanent in writing that which has been done in good faith. Equity requires and reason ordains that those persons virtuous be rewarded for their merits by renown and recognition. Wherefore let those here present as well as the future subjects know, that We, Nigel reiver King by divine Grace and Adrielle his devoted Queen, through consideration not only of common renown but also by the report and testimony of other nobles worthy of credence, are informed of one who has borne himself with dignity and conducted himself honourably so that he deserved well and is well worth.

He has been a steadfast and steady servant, ever willing to take to any task that might need doing and none may doubt, nor even claim with any pretence of truth, that his works have not been many, and his labors great serving Canton, Barony and Kingdom, and his efforts untiring. Be it known, therefore, to the present age and to future generations that we, aided by the advice of our right worthy Order, and assenting to their just requests on account of their memorable faithfulness and service, do hereby elevate Dafydd ap Sion to Our noble Order of the Pelican.

In recognition and thanks for noble service given and in expectation that same shall continue, We likewise give, grant, concede and confirm to the aforesaid Dafydd in perpetuity one hide of land near the bank of the Trent , so that he may be permitted to graze, prune, mow, and hunt. Moreover we have decided that he shall be permitted to come and go securely by water and by land, such that he should not pay tribute or shore-toll.

This We command to be known to all the corners of our realm, and wishing this to remain valid for all posterity, We forbid that anyone, with rash daring, infringe it or in any way attempt to violate it, and command that all are forbidden to oppose, destroy or diminish in any way this privilege which, through Our royal sanction has been granted to Dafydd ap Sion and we validly corroborate this our decree, signed by the seal of our Majesty, witnessed by those who are present at this deed on the 18th day of AS 48 at Tournoi du Coeur de Glace.

Wording by HRM Adrielle Kerrec.

Mistress Sylvia du Vey, Order of the Laurel

Gentles be greeted by your Crown, most earnest King Gregor and steadfast Queen Kiena as We enjoin you to make note of Sylvia du Vey, who has served most faithfully, ensuring that Our kingdom is rich beyond all others in its cup-fillers — for so willingly she teaches and inspires that Our cups indeed runneth over.  Thus, as do drink and song are boon companions, We offer her a verse:

As barm and honey do become a mead,
while gruit and malt together good beer,
as fruit with time alone transforms to wine,
lady and knowledge emerge a Peer.

Round her head with Laurel greens;
the Order with her present now convenes.
Arms by Letters Patent she may bear
Writ eternal as by Pliny, see them there:

Per pale purpure and vert, a horse passant
contourny and on a chief argent
an arrow inverted bendwise sinister
‘tween two fleurs-de-lys invert’d purpure

Now raise we all “wes heil” in song of joy
to Mistress Sylvia whose gifts we oft employ!

With great delight do we honor Mistress Sylvia du Vey as a member of the Order of the Laurel, witnessed by the assembly at the Great Northeastern War in the Province of Malagentia on this summer day, the thirteenth of July, in the year of the Society XLVIII.

Gregor Rex
Kiena Regina

By Baroness Aneleda Falconbridge.

West Kingdom Order of the Laurel Wording

Kingdom Text:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) We, (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, having elevated Our subject (Insert full Name of recipient), to the Order of the Laurel in recognition of his/her (Insert what his/her contribution was to the arts/sciences), do hereby Grant him/her a Patent of Arms. We affirm his/her Sole, Unique and Exclusive Right to bear the following Arms in this Our Kingdom of the West: (Insert Blazon).

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

Alternate Kingdom Text:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) We, (Insert King's first name) by Right of Arms King of the West and (Insert Queen's first name) by Grace and Beauty Queen of the West, in consideration of the singular Noble Virtues and Accomplishments alike in Courtesy and Honor as in Knowledge and Artifice of Our subject (Insert full name of recipient) do Create, Advance and Prefer the aforesaid (Insert full name of recipient) to the Rank, Estate, Style, Title, and Degree of Master/Mistress of the Right Noble Order of the Laurel, to be in all places of Honor Admitted, Accounted, and Taken to be a Peer of Our Realm, with all Rights, Privileges, Insignia, and Precedence appertaining thereto as fully and as freely as any Person hitherto hath done the Same. Furthermore We confirm unto him/her the Right to bear certain Ensigns Armorial, to wit: (Insert Blazon). In Testimony whereof We have caused to be made these Our Letters Patent.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

[Source: The West Kingdom’s Scribe’s Handbook]

West Kingdom Order of the Pelican Wording

Kingdom Text:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) We, (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, having elevated Our subject (Insert full Name of recipient), to the Order of the Pelican in recognition of his/her (Insert what his/her contribution was to the Kingdom), do hereby Grant him/her a Patent of Arms. We affirm his/her Sole, Unique and Exclusive Right to bear the following Arms in this Our Kingdom of the West: (Insert Blazon).

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

Alternate Kingdom Text:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) We, (Insert King's first name) by Right of Arms King of the West and (Insert Queen's first name) by Grace and Beauty Queen of the West, in consideration of the singular Noble Virtues and Accomplishments alike in Courtesy and Honor as in distinguished Service of Our subject (Insert full name of recipient) do Create, Advance and Prefer the aforesaid (Insert full name of recipient) to the Rank, Estate, Style, Title, and Degree of Master/Mistress of the Right Noble Order of the Pelican, to be in all places of Honor Admitted, Accounted, and Taken to be a Peer of Our Realm, with all Rights, Privileges, Insignia, and Precedence appertaining thereto as fully and as freely as any Person hitherto hath done the Same. Furthermore We confirm unto him/her the Right to bear certain Ensigns Armorial, to wit: (Insert Blazon). In Testimony whereof We have caused to be made these Our Letters Patent.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

[Source: The West Kingdom’s Scribe’s Handbook]

Trimaris Order of the Pelican Wording

Text note: The verbiage for patents in not generally standard within Trimaris. Individual texts are most often created to suit each candidate. These texts are intended as guides only.

Know ye by these presents that We, the Crown Trimaris, King and Queen of Trimaris, having consulted the Companionate of the Order of the Pelican, by Our Sovereign Will, elevate you ___________________________ to the rank of (Master or Mistress) of the Pelican. It is thus Our pleasure to bestow upon you a Patent of Arms, granting you the privileges and charging you with the responsibilities of a Peer of the Realm. Done this _____ day of _____, A.S. _____.

[Source: The Trimaris College of Scribes]

Trimaris Order of the Laurel Wording

Text note: The verbiage for patents in not generally standard within Trimaris. Individual texts are most often created to suit each candidate. These texts are intended as guides only.

Know ye by these presents that We, the Crown Trimaris, King and Queen of Trimaris, having consulted the companionate of the Order of the Laurel, by Our Sovereign right, do elevate you, _____________________ , to the rank of (Master or Mistress) ___________ of the Laurel. It is thus Our pleasure to bestow upon you a Patent of Arms granting you the privileges and charging you with the responsibilities of a Peer of the Realm. There unto we set our hand and seal this _____ day of ____ Anno Societatis _________.

[Source: The Trimaris College of Scribes]

Outlands Pelican Wording

Unto all who come by these present letters, ________ and ________, King and Queen of the Outlands, send Greetings. Whereas, __________has shown through [his/her] long and steadfast service to Our realm that quality of effort which is the mark of a peer, We are minded to advance [him/her] in honour and admit [him/her] to the Order of the Pelican. We do hereby confer and affirm those Arms previously registered by the College of Arms by these Letters Patent, to wit: <BLAZON> which [Master/Mistress] ____________ shall hold for [his/her] sole and unique use throughout the Known World.

To which We set Our hands this ___ day of ___, Anno Societatis ____, being ____ Gregorian.

_______________, King ______________, Queen

The College of Arms, finding no impediment to the arms here blazoned, has assigned their exclusive use to <NAME>.

_______________, White Stag Principal Herald

ALTERNATIVE:

______, by Right of Arms King of the Outlands, and ______, Our Queen and Patroness of the Courtly Graces, to all who come by these presents give Greetings. Know ye that We, in consideration of the singular noble virtues and accomplishments, alike in courtesy and honour as in distinguished service, of Our subject ________ do hereby prefer and create [him/her] as a [Master/Mistress] of the right noble Order of the Pelican. We are further pleased to confer and affirm, by these Letters Patent those arms previously registered by the College of Arms, to wit: <BLAZON>, which [Master/Mistress] ________ shall hold for [his/her] sole and exclusive use as We have commanded it to be described and depicted here.

In witness whereof, we set Our hands this _____ day of ______, Anno Societatis ______, being _____ in the common reckoning of years.

_________, King __________, Queen

I, White Stag Principal Herald {of the Outlands}, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms

Signature of White Stag

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

Outlands Laurel Wording

We, ________ and ________, King and Queen of the Outlands, having heard good report of Our subject ________ whose divers and great talents as a _______ have shone forth to the enrichment of the Common Weal, it is our intent to advance [him/her] in honour and admit [him/her] to the Order of the Laurel. We do hereby confer and affirm those Arms previously registered by the College of Arms by these Letters Patent, to wit: <BLAZON> which [Master/Mistress] ____________ shall hold for [his/her] sole and unique use throughout the Known World as a sign of the high esteem in which [he/she] is held.

To which We set Our hands this _____ day of _______, Anno Societatis ____, being ____ Gregorian.

_______________, King ______________, Queen

The College of Arms, finding no impediment to the arms here blazoned, has assigned their exclusive use to <NAME>.

_______________, White Stag Principal Herald

ALTERNATIVE:

_______, by Right of Arms King of the Outlands, and _______, Our Queen and Patroness of the Arts, to all who come by these presents, give Greetings. Know ye that We, in consideration of the singular noble virtues and accomplishments, alike in courtesy and honour as in knowledge and artifice, of Our subject _______ do hereby prefer and create [him/her] as a [Master/Mistress] of the right noble Order of the Laurel. We are further pleased to confer and affirm, by these Letters Patent those arms previously registered by the College of Arms, to wit: <BLAZON> for [Master/Mistress] ________'s sole and exclusive use throughout the lands of the Known World.

In witness whereof, we set Our hands this _____ day of ______, Anno Societatis ______, being _____ in the common reckoning of years.

_________, King __________, Queen

I, White Stag Principal Herald {of the Outlands}, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms

Signature of White Stag

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

Middle Kingdom Order of the Pelican Wording

Special Note: If the recipient already has arms by Letters Patent (i.e. is a member of the order of the Laurel, Chivalry or in some cases the Rose or Royal Peerage) omit the heraldic confirmation in parentheses.

All Gentles and Nobles know by these presents that we (name of Sovereign), King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort), our Queen (King), in consideration of the noble virtues and distinguished service, alike in courtesy and honor as in patience and toil, of our faithful and dedicated (name of recipient) do create him/her a Companion of the Order of the Pelican, to be in all places numbered a

Peer of our Realm, with all of the rights, privileges, insignia, precedence and responsibilities thereto appertaining. (And further more do we confirm upon him/her by Letters Patent the right to bear (heraldic description of registered arms or “arms as duly registered with the College of Arms of the Soci ety”).) Done by our hands this __ day of ___, Anno Societatis (A.S.) __, in our (location of event).

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

Middle Kingdom Order of the Laurel Wording

Special Note: If the recipient already has arms by Letters Patent (i.e. is a member of the order of the Pelican, Chivalry or in some cases the Rose or Royal Peerage) omit the heraldic confirmation in parentheses.

All Gentles and Nobles know by these presents that we (name of Sovereign), King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort), our Queen (King), in consideration of the skills, excellence, and expertise in the arts and sciences that (name of recipient) has displayed, most especially in the (art)(science) of (specific mentions), and the generosity of spirit with which he/she has shared it with our Society, are minded to create (name of recipient) a Companion of the Order of the Laurel, to be in all places numbered a Peer of our Realm, with all of the rights, privileges, insignia, precedence and responsibilities thereto ap pertaining. (And furthermore do we confirm upon him/her by Letters Patent the right to bear (heraldic description of registered arms or “arms as duly registered with the College of Arms of the Society”).) Done by our hands this __ day of ___, Anno Societatis (A.S.) __, in our (location of event).

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

Meridies Order of the Pelican Wording

(Recipient has registered Arms)

Know ye by these presents that We (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), King and Queen of Meridies, having elevated (Recipient's name) unto the Order of the Pelican, do hereby charge [him/her] to fulfill the responsibilities of this rank as befits a Peer of Our Realm, and do further confer upon [him/her] the privileges and rights attendant thereto. We do affirm [his/her] exclusive right to bear the Arms Patent hereupon displayed and here blazoned: (BLAZON). 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 carries precedence and must also be signed by Beacon Principal Herald, with places for a third signature and seal.

ALTERNATIVE:

(Recipient does not have registered Arms)

Know ye and all men present that having consulted with the Companionate of the Order of the Pelican, it is Our Sovereign Will to elevate you, (Recipient's name), to the rank of [Master/Mistress] of the Pelican. It is thus Our pleasure to bestow upon you a Patent of Arms, granting you the privileges and charging you with the responsibilities of a Peer of the Realm. Here onto do We set Our Hands and Seals, 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 carries precedence and 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)]

Meridies Order of the Laurel Wording

(Recipient has registered Arms)

Know ye by these presents and good greetings that We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), Sovereign and Consort of Meridies, have elevated Our Subject (Recipient's name) unto the Order of the Laurel, and that We do hereby charge [him/her] to fulfill the responsibilities of this rank as befits a Peer of Our Realm, and to hold these Arms by Letter Patent as blazoned and emblazoned and registered with the College of Arms: (BLAZON). We further bestow unto [him/her ]the privileges and rights attendant thereto. Signed 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 carries precedence and must also be signed by Beacon Principal Herald, with places for a third signature and seal.

ALTERNATIVE:

(Recipient does not have registered Arms)

Know ye by these presents and good greetings that We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), Sovereign and Consort of Meridies, have elevated Our Subject (Recipient's name) unto the Order of the Laurel, and that We do hereby charge [him/her] to fulfill the responsibilities of this rank as befits a Peer of Our Realm, and to hold Arms by Letter Patent when approved by the College of Arms and the Laurel Sovereign of Arms. We further bestow unto [him/her] the privileges and rights attendant thereto. Signed 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 carries precedence and 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)]

Lochac Order of the Pelican Wording

Let it be known that We Name by right of Arms King of Lochac and Name by grace and beauty, Queen of Lochac give greetings.

In Our Kingdom We recognize and elevate those who through their excellent service and admirable leadership with grace and courtesy have enriched Our Realm. They have shared knowledge and skills through teaching and facilitating the growth of service through others.

Therefore We are privileged to admit recipient’s name unto our Order of the Pelican and to bestow him/her the title of Master/Mistress with all rights and privileges appertaining thereto and thus to be taken in all places as a Peer of Our Realm.

Further We confer a Patent of Arms, confirming arms to wit; enter arms as registered with the college of heralds.

Done by our hand and seal this day of month anno societatis year being year in the common era.

Suitable titles ie King, Rex etc Queen, Regina etc

[Source: Lochac College of Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Lochac Order of the Laurel Wording

Let it be known that We Name by right of Arms King of Lochac and Name by grace and beauty, Queen of Lochac give greetings.

In Our Kingdom We recognize and elevate those who through their excellent knowledge and service in the Arts and Sciences have greatly enhanced Our Kingdom. They have also displayed courteous and noble behavior, shared knowledge and skills through teaching, and practiced hospitality according to their means.

Therefore We are privileged to admit recipient’s name unto our Order of the Laurel and to bestow him/her the title of Master/Mistress with all rights and privileges appertaining thereto and thus they are to be taken in all places as a Peer of Our Realm.

Further We confer a Patent of Arms, confirming arms to wit; enter arms as registered with the college of heralds.

Done by Our hand and seal this day of month anno societatis year being year in the common era.

Suitable titles ie King, Rex etc Queen, Regina etc

[Source: Lochac College of Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

East Kingdom Order of the Pelican Wording

Be it Known to all to Whom these presents come that We, (names of King & Queen), rex et regina Orientalis, knowing full well the extraordinary service done on the behalf of Our realm by Our (name of recipient), who has by his/her sacrifices and labors as (office or service) greatly improved the lot of Our subjects, and hearing the many voices lifted in praise, do most joyfully welcome him/her into Our esteemed Order of the pelican, that all may know his/her worth. Further do We bestow upon master/mistress (name of recipient) the sole right throughout the Known World to these arms by letters patent, to wit: (blazon or blank space to be filled in later). In witness whereof We set Our Hand this (number) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year) 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 Order of the Laurel Wording

Hear Ye all and Know that We, (King’s name), rex, and (Queen’s name), regina, recognizing the great skill and dedication of Our (name of recipient) in the high and noble art of (art or science specialty), and further acknowledging his/her actions in teaching these skills to others that the people of Our realm might greatly benefit, do welcome him/her into Our right worthy and esteemed Order of the laurel, to the acclaim of the Companions thereof. and in token of his/her newfound estate do We further bestow upon master/mistress (name of recipient) these arms by letters patent: (blazon or blank space to be filled in later), with the exclusive right to their use henceforth throughout the Known World. In witness whereof We set Our Hand this (number) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year) 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 Order of Chivalry (Knighthood) Wording

To all and Singular to Whom these presents do come, Greetings! (Name of recipient) has proven his/her Chivalry and prowess on many a field of honor, and his/her nobility in the myriad gentle skills so prized by the people of the Eastrealm is known to all. Therefore do We, (King’s name), King by right of arms, and (Queen’s name), Our Queen, hearing the acclaim of his/her peers, find him/her worthy to don the Belt, Chain, and Spurs of a Knight of Our realm, and most joyfully award unto him/her the accolade. and as a further sign and token of his/her newfound estate do We bestow upon him/her these arms by letters patent, to wit: (blazon or blank space to be filled in later), which shall be borne henceforth by him/her and no other. In witness whereof We set Our Hand this (number) day of (month), A.S. (year) 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)]