Excellence of Caerthe
Order of Excellence - Companion (CEC)
Given for demonstrating noble attributes of worth: Ideals of the Society, Hospitality, Valor, and Integrity
Insignia: Shall be a token of the Baron & Baroness’ choosing, suggested to be an Aspen Leaf with the Baron & Baroness’ initials.
Precedence - none.
Intro Long
The subjects of Our noble and ancient Barony have long been renowned for their fierce strength in martial prowess. Long have Our artisans shaped the Known World and brought beauty and joy to others. Tirelessly have Our subjects held offices, run events, cooked, or toiled both before and after so that others may enjoy the magic of the Society. Truly our Barony has been blessed with all manner of wondrous folks. Yet there are those amongst us who by their noble bearing, inspire us and exemplify those excellent qualities which truly make this Society shine.
Intro Short
In the Barony of Caerthe, we have chosen to recognize those excellent gentles who inspire us all with their noble attributes.
Order of Excellence – Hospitality
(1 & 2) May it be proclaimed throughout Our Lands, and to the very corners of the Known World that We, <BARON> and <BARONESS>, Baron and Baroness of fair Caerthe send greetings.
(3) Having weighed well the works and labors of one, who has given greatly and unstintingly of [his/her] skills and energies for the benefit of all Caerthe. (, especially in <DEEDS>.)
(4) We are minded to make unto <NAME OF RECIPIENT> a Companion of the Order of Excellence in Hospitality in recognition of [his/her] worthy nature. We further entreat [him/her] to continue to shine as a glimmering example of Hospitality throughout the Known World.
(5) In testimony whereof We have set Our Hand(s) this______ day of, ____________ AS, being ______ in the common reckoning of years.
_____________ Baron _____________ Baroness
Order of Excellence – Valor
(1 & 2) Hark now and take heed the words of <BARON> and <BARONESS>, Baron & Baroness of Caerthe. Exultation and joy mark this day!
(3) There is one among us who has distinguished [himself/herself] by
(4) Wherefore We not only by the common renown but also by our own certain knowledge find
(5) In testimony whereof We have set Our Hand(s) this______ day of, ____________, AS, being ______ in the common reckoning of years.
_____________ Baron _____________ Baroness
Order of Excellence – Integrity
(1 & 2) Quiet that all may hear the words of <BARON> and <BARONESS>, Baron and Baroness of Caerthe, who by the Grace of Their Royal Majesties, doth send forth salutations.
(3 & 4) Know all that there is one such gentle among us who displays perhaps one of the most difficult noble virtues of all to maintain. Honesty and Integrity are sometimes not appreciated or welcomed; certainly not by our enemies and not always by our friends. Yet there is one such gentle who will always strive to give faithful and honest counsel, no matter how difficult it may be to deliver. Therefore do We publicly commend
(5) In testimony whereof We have set Our Hand(s) this______ day of, ____________, AS, being ______ in the common reckoning of years.
_____________ Baron _____________ Baroness
Order of Excellence – Ideals of the Society
(1 & 2) Open wide the gates and proclaim to all that We, <BARON> and <BARONESS>, Baron and Baroness of Caerthe, by Grace of Their Royal Majesties, doth send forth salutations.
(3 & 4) Know all that there is one such gentle among us who displays the highest ideals of the Society and represents the essence of the Dream in all that [he/she] does. Therefore do We publicly commend
(5) In testimony whereof We have set Our Hand(s) this______ day of, ____________, AS, being ______ in the common reckoning of years.
_____________ Baron _____________ Baroness