Meridies Order of the Scarlet Star Wording

Hear ye! Hear ye! Let all those here gathered, and all to whom these presents shall come know that We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), King and Queen of Meridies, are mindful of the great service done by those who ceaselessly serve Our Realm through the planning and execution of feast and revel, of tournament and display. We do, therefore, exercise Our perogative and name (Recipient's name) to Our Order of the Scarlet Star, confident that [his/her] example will continue to shine forth as a beacon in the night. This by Our command, and under Our Hands on the (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)]

Atenveldt Star of the Desert Wording

It is known far and wide that Estrella War gathers great fighters, artisans, merchants and friends for great fun, learning and celebration. It would not be possible without the service of all and the tireless efforts of Our most beloved subject. To honor such We have the Order of the Star of the Desert, which we now bestow upon _____ to be known as a Companion (gules?). Done at this Estrella War ____, AS ___,___AD.

Rex Regina

By Jennifer Trethewy

ALTERNATIVE:

There are many among our populace who dedicate themselves tirelessly to the success of Our dear Kingdom and who inspire Us all with their acts of service. But there are those who strive particularly towards the success of Our Estrella War and to reward these selfless laborers there was created the Order of the Star of the Desert. Thus de We, king name, King by right of arms of glorious Atenveldt and queen name, our beloved Queen chose this day to recognize the efforts and dedication of our Subject recipient name as a

Companion of the Order of the Star of the Desert at the first/second/third level, which shall be manifested by a medallion bearing the arms of this award suspended on a cord of gules/azure/argent. Without the service of such selfless laborers Our Estrella War could not flourish.

In joyful witness whereof we set Our hands this day of month, which is the year AS your of Our Society and is also known as the year modern year.

By Cecelia Mowbray

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