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The talent, devotion and generosity of Caer Galenites is beyond measure. The following
awards were chartered to recognize the great efforts of our populace. Their Excellencies
encourage all to send letters of recommendation
nominating Caer Galenites for any of these awards. You may also contact Their Excellencies
directly at Baron@caergalen.org and Baroness@caergalen.org.
For the scribes, the standard award text is listed below the award description.
Reasonable departures from the standard texts are allowed, but please consult with
Their Excellencies first.
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Order of the Arch
Order of Saint Michael with the Harp
L'Ordre du Cochon Alé
Order of Saint Louis with the Staff
Order of the Foal
Order of the Golden Nightingale
Order of the Monkey
L'Ordre du Poignard Noir
Order of Saint William the Cooper
Order of the Book and Harp
Order of the Harp and Chalice
The Harp of Caer Galen
Caer Galen Home
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Order of the Arch - given to those persons who have given outstanding service
to the Barony, above and beyond that service normally expected of subjects of the
Crown. The holders of this award shall be styled as Builders of the Arch, and shall
be entitled to place the letters B.A. after their names. The insignia of the order
will be some rendition of two pillars supporting an arch, or the badge of the order
once it has been approved by the College of Arms.
Unto all who come by these letters present do We, (name) and (name), Baron and Baroness
of Caer Galen send joyous Greetings.
Having heard much good of (recipient's name) whose constant service has shown forth
to the enhancement of good Caer Galen, it is Our pleasure to admit [him/her] as
a Companion of the Order of the Arch.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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Order of Saint Michael with the Harp - given to those persons who have enhanced
the Glory of Caer Galen through their excellence in martial affairs. The holders
of this award shall be styled as Companions of the Order Bards Militant, and shall
be entitled to place the letters C.B.M. after their names. The insignia of the order
shall be a blue leather garter buckled about the upper arm of the recipient, or
the badge of the order once it has been approved by the College of Arms.
Know ye all who come by these letters present that We, (name) and (name), Baron and
Baroness of Caer Galen send greetings.
It is just and fitting that those gentles who have distinguished themselves in martial
endeavor, in the furtherance of their art as well as the example of their virtue,
honor, and prowess, should be recognized according to their merits. We therefore
admit (recipient's name) into the Order of Saint Michael with the Harp. Henceforth
[he/she] shall be styled as a Companion of the Bards Militant, with all rights and
responsibilities appertaining to that rank.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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L'Ordre du Cochon Alé - given to those persons who have achieved seemingly
impossible results against nigh insurmountable odds. The holders of this award shall
be styled as Companions du Cochon Alé, and shall be entitled to place the letters
C.A. after their names. The insignia of the order shall be the some rendition of
a flying pig, or the badge of the order once it has been approved by the College
of Arms.
Unto all who come by these present letters do We, (name) and (name), Baron and Baroness
of Caer Galen send Greetings.
Throughout time, those who have undertaken tasks known to be impossible have met
with ridicule from the unkind, sighs of pity from the merciful, and derision and
scorn from the rest. And yet some few great and noble gentles among us labor ever
onward in pursuit of that which cannot be done. Those who are able to achieve these
ends are the stuff of legend, living on in the tales of bards long after the brief
light of their mortal life has faded and gone. Such a person is (recipient's name)
who did (description of endeavor). Long has this task been thought impossible, not
just throughout the Outlands but in regions peregrine and remote. It is in recognition
of this monumental achievement in defiance of all chance that We do on this day
take and admit [him/her] into the Order of the Cochon Alé that all may know
of the miracles [he/she] has wrought.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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Order of Saint Louis with the Staff - given to persons of long time participation
in the affairs of Caer Galen, spanning at least fifteen (15) years. The holders
of this award shall be styled as Companions of the Band of Curmudgeons, and shall
be entitled to place the letters B.C. after their names. The insignia of the order
shall be a golden cane or a walking stick, which shall display the badge of the
order once it has been passed by the college of arms.
Raise trumpets to ear, and know all ye who come by these large letters that We, (name)
and (name), Baron and Baroness of Caer Galen, send most audible greetings and salutations.
Know you all that the ancient gentle who now stands unsteadily before you is none
other than the legendary and venerable (recipient's name), whose youth has given
way to shrinking bones and graying pate whilst [he/she] did dwell within the fair
reaches of Caer Galen. We do therefore admit [him/her] this day as a member of the
Ancient and Honorable Order of Saint Louis with the Staff. Henceforth [he/she] shall
be styled and numbered among the Band of Right Crusty Curmudgeons of Caer Galen.
We confer upon [him/her] the right to mutter and grouse, to reminisce and inform
sundry green stripling whippersnappers about how much better things were in [his/her]
day. We furthermore charge [him/her] to stand as [he/she] has stood, albeit bent
and labored by age, a paragon of the virtue that has ever held [him/her] in high
esteem amongst the less aged members of Our populace.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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Order of the Foal - given to those persons under sixteen (16) years of age
who have shown themselves to be an asset to the Barony. The holders of this award
shall be styled as Companions of the Order of the Foal, and shall be entitled to
place the letters C.F. after their names. The insignia of the order shall be the
some rendition of a horse. Subject to the approval of the College of Arms, the badge
of the order shall be: Azure, a horse couchant or.
Unto all who come by these letters present do We, (name) and (name), Baron and Baroness
of Caer Galen send Greetings.
We have seen that (recipient's name) has proven [himself/herself] exemplary in [his/her]
learning, manners, and industry among the youth of Our Barony. We are therefore
minded this day to admit [him/her] to the Order of the Foal.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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Order of the Golden Nightingale - given to those persons who have enhanced
the Glory of Caer Galen through their achievements in the Arts. The holders of this
award shall be styled as Companions of the Order of the Golden Nightingale, and
shall be entitled to place the letters C.G.N. after their names. Subject to approval
by the College of Arms, the badge of the order shall be: Azure, a nightingale close
or.
Proclaim to all gentles and nobles and let it be known by these present letters that
We, (name) and (name), Baron and Baroness of Caer Galen, send due commendations
and greetings.
Just as the powerful, melodious, sweet, rich and varied song of the Nightingale
brings beauty to the gardens and fields, so too do the great artisans of Caer Galen
bring beauty to our days. (recipient's name) has brought such splendor to Caer Galen.
It is therefore with great pleasure that We elect to recognize [his/her] unequalled
skills and talents this day by admitting [him/her] to the Order of the Golden Nightingale.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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Order of the Monkey - given to persons who have brought much joy and laughter
to the Barony of Caer Galen. The holders of this award shall be styled as Companions
of the Dancing Monkey, and shall be entitled to place the letters D.M. after their
names. The insignia of the order shall be the some rendition of a dancing monkey,
or the badge of the order once it has been approved by the College of Arms.
Unto all those who come by these letters present do We, (name) and (name), Baron
and Baroness of Caer Galen send greetings.
As the dancing of the merry monkey brings lighthearted laughter to those who watch
it play, so too do the actions of certain individuals bring joy and delight to all.
It is not just Our duty but also Our pleasure to recognize and encourage those individuals
who bring fun to all they do. It is therefore that We do invest (recipient's name)
into the Order of the Monkey. We charge that [he/she] continue to bring the same
level of festivity and frolic to all, leaving always in [his/her] wake a trail of
stardust and the memory of happy music.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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L'Ordre du Poignard Noir - given to those persons who have given outstanding
personal service to the Coronet, above and beyond that service normally expected
of subjects of the Crown. The holders of this award shall be styled as Bearers of
the Poignard Noir, and shall be entitled to place the letters B.P.N. after their
names. The insignia of the order shall, subject to the approval of the College of
Arms, consist of some rendition of a black dagger.
Unto all those who come by these letters present do We, (name) and (name), Baron
and Baroness of Caer Galen send Greetings.
Let all know that the vast and diverse service given to Ourselves and the Barony
of Caer Galen by (recipient's name), spanning nearly every field of endeavor within
the Society, has been instrumental in the affairs of Caer Galen. We are therefore
minded this day to admit [him/her] to the Order of the Poignard Noir, that all may
know of the great deeds [he/she] has done for [his/her] Baron and Baroness.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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Order of Saint William the Cooper - given to those persons who have done
good works for the Barony and the People of the Barony. Individuals may receive
this award multiple times, but not more than once in any four month period. The
holders of this award shall be styled as Bearers of the Chalice of Saint William
the Cooper and shall be entitled to place the initials B.C.W. after their names.
Multiple recipients shall be styled "twice bearer of the chalice" or "thrice bearer"
or "four times bearer," as appropriate. The insignia of the order shall be some
rendition of a chalice, to be determined by the Caer Galen Ray-du-Soleil herald
and registered when possible.
(Note: The text, including the line breaks marked below with a *, may not be changed.)
Unto all those who come by these letters present do (name) and (name), Baron and
Baroness of Caer Galen send joyous greetings. *
Cognizant of the great works and efforts for *
Our barony, willing that gratitude for deeds *
Our subjects do be expressed and recognized, *
Know ye all that (recipient's name) *
Is one who does more for Caer Galen than *
Expected by any stretch of Our imagination. *
In recognition whereof, We charge that [he/she] be hailed and welcomed to the Order
as a [.../twice/thrice/etc.] Bearer of the Chalice of Saint William the Cooper.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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Order of the Book and Harp - given to those persons who have been inspirational
to others by their grace and actions. The holders of this award shall be styled
as Storytellers of Caer Galen, and shall be entitled to place the letters S.C.G.
after their names.
Unto all those who come by these letters do We, (name) and (name), Baron and Baroness
of Caer Galen, send greetings.
There walk among us good gentles whose grace, wisdom, and bearing do stand as high
example to us all. Know ye all by these letters that (recipient's name) is one such
person, and stands as a shining example of all these qualities of true worth. We
do therefore admit [him/her] this day as a member of the Order of the Book and Harp.
Henceforth [s/he] shall be styled and numbered among the revered Storytellers of
Caer Galen.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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The Order of the Harp and Chalice - given to those individuals who so love
their Barony that they give of themselves freely, sometimes sacrificing personally
to make sure the barony as a whole is enriched. The holders of this award shall
be styled as Companions of the Order of the Harp and Chalice, and shall be entitled
to place the initials C.H.C. after their names. The insignia of the order shall
be a blue and gold braid bearing some rendition of a golden chalice charged with
a harp.
Harps ring and trumpets sound as the words of (name) and (name), Baron and Baroness
of Caer Galen, resonate throughout the hall. Chivalry and gallantry, grace and gentility:
these are the hallmarks of a true and honored subject.
Whereas (recipient’s name) has demonstrated through [his/her] continued dedication,
personal sacrifice, and hard work for love of [his/her]Barony, and comportment above
and beyond those of mortal beings, We are minded this day to create [him/her] a
Companion of the Harp and Chalice.
We charge [him/her] to continue to be an example of all virtues we hold dear in
this Society.
Done by Our Hands this (date) day of (month), Anno Societatis (year), being (year)
in the common reckoning of years.
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The Harp of Caer Galen - This isn't a Baronial award per se, but it is one
of the highest honors Caer Galen can give its people. Once a year, at the Midwinter
Revel, the populace votes on the person who has contributed the most to the Barony
and who most embodies the spirit of Caer Galen. Past Harps include:
2010 - Hayashi Yo'ichirou Norikata
2009 - Mirabel de Malmesberie
2008 - Shoshanna Simcha bat Reuven and Anna de Apperleye
2007 - Jeanne Dyfrigi
2006 - Andros Korkyrates
2005 - Massimiliano Pontieri dal Sasso and Yazida bint Zarif
2004 - Jeanne-Marie Dubois
2003 - Meenakshi da Gama
2002 - Cecily de Heselington
2001 - Regana van Kortrijk
2000 - László Rózsa
1999 - Beatricia Carmela Mercante
1998 - Valentine Michael de la Fere
1997 - Klaus von Nachtwald
1996 - Klaus von Nachtwald
1995 - Brianna Chevreuil
1994 - Maximillian Steanbrycg (now known as Massimiliano Pontieri dal Sasso)
1993 - Elizabeth O’Byrnne and Alexandre d’Avigne
1992 - Brigit O’Breslin and Magnus Rothach
1991 - Elizabeth O’Byrnne and Irel Krist of Starre Inn
1990 - Marisela de Broide
1989 - Francesca di Pavia
1988 - Morguen ni Lochsolas
1987 - Elizabeth Freemountain and Morguen ni Lochsolas
1986 - Idunn Felinnoir
1985 - Marged Tylluan Fach and Betva a Bedwyn
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