Charter Creating the Crown Principality of Ealdormere

Charter Creating the Crown Principality of Ealdormere (transcription)

We, Corwin, by right of arms and law, the Sovereign of the Middle Kingdom, and Master of' the Order of Chivalry, Ruler from the frozen banks of the Ottawa unto the mud of the Great River; and Shana, our Queen of Love and Beauty, our Consort, and Patroness of the Arts and Sciences, sitting in court and council, and upon the considered advice of our Heirs, Prince Reynard and Princess Brunhildr, our noble peers Duke Talymar, Duchess Eislin, Duke Eliahu and Duchess Elen, and our Great Officers of State, do issue by these presents, a Charter of command and consent:

Recognizing the unity of purpose and contributions that the people of these Northern Reaches have given to our Kingdom, by our command and consent do we create the land comprising the Barony of Septentria, the Barony of Skraeling Althing, and the Shire of Noergate, and any baronies, shires and colleges that may in future be created within those boundaries, as the Crown Principality of Ealdormere. They shall stand in fealty and hommage to the Crown of the Middle.

By our command and consent do We as King and Queen of the Midrealm recognize Ourselves as Sovereigns of the Crown Principality of Ealdormere. By our command and consent do we assign by courtesy, the title of Prince and Princess of Ealdormere to our heirs, the Crown Prince and Princess of the Middle Kingdom.

By our command and grant will we create a Lord and Lady Lieutenant to administer Ealdormere in our name, at the Crown's pleasure. Upon completion of their service, at the discretion of the Crown, we shall award unto them a Grant of Arms.

By our command will the Lord and Lady Lieutenant, in consultation with our Officers of State, create a Council of the Crown in Ealdormere, to include those deputies of Kingdom officers whose purview includes Ealdormere, and our Barons and Baronesses and Peers who reside within its boundaries.

Done to the greater glory of the Middle Kingdom and the Society, in the name of chivalry, courtesy, and the ideals we hold dear, in this our court and council, this twentieth day of August, in this the twenty-third year of the Society, in testimony whereof we have affixed our seal.

(signed by their Majesties of the Midrealm)

Middle Kingdom Duke (Duchess) Wording

(This version is for the person who served as the Sovereign.)

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 rightful succession to (name of previous Sovereign) and (name of previous Consort), and mindful of the excellent man ner in which (name of recipient) has served the Crown of the Middle Kingdom, giving of his/her valiant efforts in battle and of his/her wisdom in council and court, are most pleased to acknowledge him/her as Duke (Duchess). And though a Duke (Duchess) holds no authority or power to command, yet is he/she to be granted such honor and respect as befits a person of great worth and courtesy.

He/she shall be known by his/her coronet of gold, embellished with strawberry leaves, and his/her counsel shall be weighed as befits one who has twice borne the crown of the Middle Kingdom. Done by our hands this __ day of ___, Anno Societatis (A.S.) __, in our (location of event).

ALTERNATIVE:

(This version is for the person who served as the Consort.)

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 rightful succession to (name of previous Sovereign) and (name of previous Consort), and mindful of the excellent manner in which (name of recipient) has served the Crown of the Middle Kingdom, giving of her/his wisdom in council and court, are most pleased to acknowledge her/him as Duchess (Duke). And though a Duchess (Duke) holds no authority or power to command, yet is she/he to be granted such honor and respect as befits a person of great worth and courtesy. She/he shall be known by his/ her coronet of gold, embellished with straw berry leaves, and her/his counsel shall be weighed as befits one who has twice borne the crown of the Middle Kingdom. 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 Count(ess) Wording

(This version is for the person who served as the Sovereign.)

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 rightful succession to (name of previous Sovereign) and (name of previous Consort), and mindful of the excellent man ner in which (name of recipient) has served the Middle Kingdom, giving of his/her val iant efforts in battle and of his/her wisdom in council, are most pleased to acknowledge him/her as Count(ess). He/she shall be known by his/her coronet of gold, embattled, and his/her counsel shall be weighed as befits one who has borne the crown of the Middle Kingdom. Done by our hands this __ day of ___, Anno Societatis (A.S.) __, in our (location of event).

ALTERNATIVE:

(This version is for the person who served as the Consort.)

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 rightful succession to (name of previous Sovereign) and (name of previous Consort), and mindful of the grace and nobility which (name of recipient) lent to the Crown of the Middle Kingdom, and knowing full well the toil and patience with which she/he has served the Kingdom, are pleased to acknowledge her/him Countess(Count). And though a Countess (Count) holds no authority or power to command, yet is he/she to be granted such honor and respect as befits a person of great worth and courtesy. She/he shall be known by her/his coronet of gold, embattled, and her/his counsel shall be weighed as befits one who has borne the crown of the Middle Kingdom. Done by our hands this __ day of ___, Anno Societatis or (A.S.) __, in our (location of event).

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

Middle Kingdom Viscount(ess) Wording

(This version is for the person who reigned over a principality by right of arms)

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), right mindful of the valiant efforts in battle and wisdom in council given by (name of recipient) and in recognition of his/her service to our kingdom as Prince(ss) of (name of Principal ity), are most pleased to acknowledge him/her as Viscount(ess). And though a Viscount(ess) holds no authority or power to command, yet is he/she to be granted such honor and respect as befits a person of great worth and courtesy.

He/she shall be known by his/her coronet of silver, embattled, and his/her counsel shall be weighed as befits one who has borne the coronet of a Principality within the Middle

Kingdom. Done by our hands this __ day of ___, Anno Societatis (A.S.) __, in our (location of event).

ALTERNATIVE:

(This version is for the consort)

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), right mindful of the grace and nobility which (name of recipient) lent to the Coronet of (name of Principality), and knowing full well the toil and patience with which she/he has served the Kingdom, are pleased to acknowledge her/him Viscount(ess). And though a Viscount(ess) holds no authority or power to command, yet is he/she to be granted such honor and respect as befits a person of great worth and courtesy. She/he shall be known by her/his coronet of silver, embattled, and her/ his counsel shall be weighed as befits one who has borne the coronet of a Principality of the Middle Kingdom. 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 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)]

Middle Kingdom Orders of Chivalry Wording

Special Note: If the recipient already has arms by Letters Patent (i. e. is a member of the order of the Pelican, Laurel 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 his/her courtesy, chivalry, and skill both on and off the field of battle, do of our especial grace and certain knowledge recognize (name of recipient) as a Knight/ Master of Arms of the Society, to be in all places of honour numbered a Peer of our Realm and a member of the Order of Chivalry, with all 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)]

Middle Kingdom Territorial Baron(ess) Wording

All Nobility, 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), having heard petition from the Barony of (name of Barony) and well pleased with the service of our subject (name of recipient) are minded to create him/her Baron(ess) of our Barony of (full name of Barony), to have and main tain for us and our successors in fealty and honor those aforesaid lands. We further be stow upon him/her all rights and responsibilities thereto appertaining, and the right to employ, without let or hindrance, all symbols and ornaments of that position from this time onward including the right to bear the arms (blazon of the Barony’s registered arms).

Henceforth he/she shall be known by his/her coronet of gold ornamented with pearls.

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 Baron(ess) of the Court Wording

All gentles and nobility, let it be known by all that we (name of Sovereign), King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort) our Queen (King), send greetings. Forasmuch as it is the privilege of the crown to recognize certain nobility, and we have seen such nobility in (name of recipient), specifically by (specific mention), we are pleased to bestow upon him/her the right to style him/herself Baron(ess) of our Court. And though a Baron(ess) of the court holds no authority or power to command, yet is he/she to be granted such honor and respect as befits a person of great worth and courtesy. We confirm and acknowledge unto him/her all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank, without let or hindrance from any person.

Henceforth he/she shall be known by his/her coronet of silver ornamented with pearls.

This do we confirm 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 Dragon’s Heart Wording

See, read, hear and 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), are mindful of the time, labor and love that (name of recipient) hath most freely given unto the Middle Kingdom by (specific mentions), and we are minded to make him/her a Companion of the Order of the Dragon’s Heart. We grant unto him/her all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank and the right to bear the badge: Argent, a heart vert scaly argent, without let or hindrance from any person. 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 Evergreen Wording

Let it be known throughout the vastness of the realm that we (name of Consort), Royal Patroness (Patron) of the Arts, and (name of Sovereign) our King (Queen), are well aware of the skills and teaching accomplished by (name of recipient) in the (art/science/research) of (reason of award).

Therefore we wish for all to know of the high regard in which we hold him/her, and so we are minded to create him/her a Companion of the Order of the Evergreen. We grant unto him/her all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank, and the right to bear the badge of the Order as registered with the college of Heralds. Given 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 Gold Mace Wording

See, hear, and read the words of (name of Sovereign), King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Con sort), Queen (King) of the Middle Kingdom.

The leadership and training of our warriors is essential to the strength of the army, and we have witnessed such excellence in our subject (name of recipient). Therefore do we wish to recognize (him/her) as a Companion of the Order of the Gold Mace. We grant unto him/her all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank, <with the right to style himself/herself a Lieutenant of the Order Of The Red Company> (Note: If the inductee is already a member of the Chivalry, omit the Lieutenant clause). Henceforth may he/she bear the badge of this Order as duly registered with the College of Heralds.

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 Greenwood Company Wording

To all and singular unto whom these presents shall come, know that we (name of Sovereign) King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort) our Queen (King), right mindful of the superior skill, leadership, and exemplary service that (name of recipient) hath rendered unto to the Archer Corps of Our kingdom, do herewith recognize him/her as a Companion of the Order of Greenwood Company, and do grant unto him/her all rights and responsibilities thereto appertaining. Henceforth may he/she style himself/herself a Forester of this noble order, and may bear its badge: On a hurst of pine trees vert, a pheon inverted Or.

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 Company of the White Lance Wording

See, hear, and read the words of (name of Sovereign, King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort), Queen (King)of the Middle Kingdom. Both in times of war and times of peace the undaunted equestrian honed their battle skills in tournaments to prepare rider and steed for the defenses of our glorious kingdom. An equestrian has many virtues such as skill in riding, mounted precision at arms, and teaching of the arts equestrian; True leadership is displayed when all culminate in a symbiosis of horse and rider, to carry them to victory.

Therefore do we recognize (name of recipi ent) as a Companion of Our Company of the White Lance. We grant upon him/her all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank, and the right to bear the badge: Fieldless, a lance argent; without let or hin drance from any person. 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 Company of the Bronze Ring Wording

To all and singular unto whom these presents shall come, know that we (name of Sovereign) King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort) our Queen (King), right mindful of the superior skill, leadership, and exemplary service rendered unto the Rapier Legions of Our kingdom by our subject (name of recipient), do herewith recognize him/her as a Companion of our Company of the Bronze Ring.

We grant unto him/her all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank, and the right to bear the badge of the award: Gules, two rapiers in saltire argent within an annulet Or; without let or hindrance from any person. Given by our hands this __ day of ____, Anno Societatis (A.S.) __, in our (loca tion of event).

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

Middle Kingdom Grant of Arms (For Others) Wording

Proclaim to all unto whom these presents come 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 excellent service that (name of recipient) hath rendered unto the Middle Kingdom, most especially by (reason for award), are minded to make unto him/her a Grant of Arms. We do hereby confirm by Grant the right to bear (blazon), (and the right to bear as a crest (specific non-dragon crest, if one is given) and the arms: (blazon). 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 Grant of Arms (for Great Officer of State) Wording

For Great Officer of State Proclaim to all unto whom these presents come 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 excellent service that (name of recipient) has given to the Middle Kingdom as (name of office), are minded to make unto him/her a Grant of Arms. We do hereby confirm by Grant the right to bear (heraldic description of regis tered arms or “arms as duly registered with the college of arms of the Society”) and the right to bear as a crest a Dragon (specific dragon crest description if given) as token of his/her service to our Kingdom. 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 Silver Oak Wording

May it be known by all that we (name of consort), Royal Patroness (Patron) of the Sciences, and (name of sovereign) our King (Queen), right mindful of the skills that (name of recipient) hath displayed in the science of (specific mentions), wish to recognize him/her as a Companion of our Order of the Silver Oak. We bestow upon him/her all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank and the right to bear the badge:

Purpure, an oak tree blasted and eradicated argent, fructed Or, without let or hindrance from any person. 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 Willow Wording

May it be known by all that we (name of Consort), Royal Patroness (Patron) of the Arts, and (name of Sovereign) our King (Queen), right mindful of the skills that (name of recipient) hath displayed in the art of (specific mentions), wish to recognize him/her as a Companion of our Order of the Willow. We bestow upon him/her all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank and the right to bear the badge: Purpure, a willow tree eradicated Or, without let or hindrance from any person. Confirmed by our hands this __ day of ___, Anno Societatis (A.S.) __, in our (location of event).

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

Middle Kingdom Award of the Purple Fret Wording

It shall be known by all that we (name of Sovereign) King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort) our Queen (King), do recognize the exemplary service that (name of recipient) hath freely given unto the Middle Kingdom, specifically (specific mentions). We do here publicly commend him/her and are pleased to bestow upon him/her the Award of the Purple Fret. We confirm unto him/her all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank and the right to bear the badge: Or, a fret purpure; without let or hindrance from any person. Given by our hands this __ day of ____, Anno Societatis (A.S.) __, in our (location of event).

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