Suggested texts for Black Diamond Scribes

Following are suggested texts for scribes to use when preparing award scrolls in the Barony of Black Diamond.

It is always acceptable to add in the names of the current Baron and Baroness, as in "we, Roussell and Gayla, Baron and Baroness of Black Diamond,..."

The event at which an award is given may be added before or after the date, as in "given this 26th day of January A.S. LVII at Ice Castles."

Heralds and others with writing talent are invited to submit additional texts for consideration, keeping in mind the spirit of the awards.

Honorary Member of the Black Diamond Populace

The award of the Honorary Black Diamonder has wording that is created at the time that is usually person specific. There is no set text for scribes to use in advance.

Order of the Polished Mirror

As a brightly polished mirror reflects the virutes and delights of those who choose to gaze upon it, some among us have shown themselves early on to shine with the ideals of our Society. It is with this pride that we induct ______ into the Order of the Polished Mirror. Done this _____ day of ____ A.S. __.

Order of the Sable Blade

Gladness reigns in the hearts of all those who behold acts of chivalry on the field. Right glad are we also when chivalry is combined with great deeds. It is this combination that we find worthy of recognition, and thus, we induct _______ into the Order of the Sable Blade, recognising him/her for his/her heroic efforts and unstinting service to the Barony of Black Diamond. Done this _____ day of ____, A. S. _____.

OR

The Barony of Black Diamond relies upon the strong arm of its fighters to protect and defend its lands and subjects. Those whose might in combat is exceptional are consequently invaluable. Such a one is ______, and the Baron and Baroness wish to recognise his/her merit by inducting them into their Order of the Sable Blade. Done this ____ day of _____, A. S.______.

Order of the Silver Crocus

Those who excel in the arts and sciences are like the crocus blooming on the mountainside, adding beauty and splendor to the court. But those who use their talents to serve others and who teach freely their skills are worth more than rare metals. Such a one is _______. ___(details)_____. Therefore do we, _______ and _____, Baron and Baroness of Black Diamond, induct him/her into our most noble Order of the Silver Crocus. We charge him/her to continue to develop and to teach his/her skills and to serve an an example to others. Done this ____ day of _____, A. S.______.

Order of the Blade of Diana

From the heroic times of Homer and the plains of Troy, the hunt has always been the way of training noble heroes. As the horse gives our army speed, the bow gives range. (or fill in water gives health or something like that, depending on who's getting it). Diana, the moon goddess of the hunt, will be our symbol. Thus do we bestow the Order of the Blade of Diana upon _______, done this ______ day of _______, A.S. ______

Order of the Fettered Crane

A Baron and Baroness cannot rule their Barony alone. They must rely upon the service of their subjects. We therefor delight to recognize and reward those who serve the Barony well and faithfully. ______ has served in myriad ways: ____(details)_____. Therefore do we, ______ and _____, Baron and Baroness of Black Diamond grant him/her membership into our most noble Order of the Fettered Crane. We charge him/her to serve our Barony as he/she has done in the past, secure in the faith that s/he wil continue to contribute mightily to our well-being.

Order of the Silver Chalice

The Silver Chalice symbolizes the wealth of knowledge you, _____, have poured unselfishly upon the Barony of Black Diamond. Accept it knowing full well that we, the Barony of Black Diamond, greatly value your Companionship and Leadership. Henceforth, when drinking from this chalice, remember your days in the mountains, for we will revel with you in strange places and times yet unknown. Wherever you travel know that in times of need or peril we will hear your call and aid you. Done this ____ day of _____, A. S. ______.

Baron's Award of Courtesy

There are no wordings for Baron's Award of Courtesy. (These wordings are made up by the Excellencies at the time to reflect the person getting the award.)

Baron's Award of Excellence

There are no wordings for Baron's Award of Excellence. (These wordings are made up by the Excellencies at the time to reflect the person getting the award.)

Baroness' Award of Courtesy

There are no wordings for Baroness' Award of Courtesy. (These wordings are made up by the Excellencies at the time to reflect the person getting the award.)

Baroness' Award of Excellence

There are no wordings for Baroness' Award of Excellence. (These wordings are made up by the Excellencies at the time to reflect the person getting the award.)

Order of the Crested Hatchling

There is no text yet for the Crested Hatchling. Usable text will be added here as soon as it becomes available.