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2010 Serjeantry
Trials
Greetings to all from Kara of Saint David, by the grace of the Sable Lions, Baroness of Glymm Mere.
The Order of the Serjeantry in An Tir has a long and honored history beginning in its Principality days. From its inception, the landed Baronesses were allowed to recognize those members of her populace that were a model of skill and dedication to heavy fighting, and exemplified the service, chivalric and developmental ideals of our Society, with the title of Serjeant. Since that time, the Order of the Serjeantry in Glymm Mere has added Yeoman, for skill with a bow, Gallant, for skill with a rapier, and Courtier for those skilled in the Arts and Sciences. Many of our Knights, Laurels, members of the Order of the Grey Goose Shaft and the White Scarf were once tested as candidates for Serjeant, Courtier, Yeoman or Gallant. Members of the Order are to be the knowledge source in the Glymm Mere, able to lead and assist, acting as role models, mentors, ambassadors, teachers, administrators and more. The amount of effort you put forth in preparation and study will be great, but the reward of challenging yourself to grow and learn the values of Societal life is even greater.
I will seek the advice of the Chivalry, Nobility, Peers, Serjeantry and the Populace about your qualifications. The tests will be difficult and I expect a great deal of talent, prowess and knowledge from my Members of the Order. Furthermore, only I will make the final decision as to who will become a member of my Serjeantry.
If you would seek a model on which to measure yourself, I recommend the first Serjeant of Glymm Mere, Baron Sir Richard Fitzalan.
Given by my hand this 1st day of August, A.S. XLIV
Kara
Baroness of Glymm Mere
The Trials
All potential candidates must request permission from the baroness to enter the Trials no later than Yule Feast 2009. The Trials will be held in April 2010. Each candidate must complete these requirements to the best of his or her abilities. Those passing the Trials will receive their office and regalia at May Faire 2010.
Petition:
- Each candidate will present to the baroness, no later than evening court of Yule Feast 2009, a handwritten demonstration of calligraphy skills in the form of a petition letter stating their intent to take the Trials.
Martial Requirements:
- Each candidate will be familiar with the An Tir ABCs of all disciplines and have current authorization for their specialty.
- In addition, all candidates, by the date of the Trials, must be warranted as a junior marshal in the following areas - heavy combat, rapier compat, target archery and thrown weapons.
- Each Serjeant candidate must own ABC legal armor and weapons. Each must prove their prowess with two weapon styles while maintaining their chivalry and courtesy. They must demonstrate their willingness and ability to teach novices.
- Each Yeoman candidate must have their own target Archery equipment and be willing and able to instruct novices While maintaining their chivalry and courtesy, each must shoot a royal round score of:
40 points or more on the day of the Trials if shooting in the period longbow or period open divisions
50 points or more on the day of the Trials if shooting in all other handbow divisions
60 points or more on the day of the Trials if shooting in the crossbow divisions
- Each Gallant candidate must own ABC legal armor and weapons. Each must prove their prowess with two weapon styles with maintaining the ideals of chivalry and courtesy. They must also demonstrate their ability to teach novices.
Courtier Requirements:
- Each courtier candidate will be familiar with the An Tir ABCs for all disciplines and be warranted as a junior marshal in the following areas – heavy combat, rapier combat, target archery and thrown weapons.
- Each Courtier candidate must present two completed Arts and Sciences entries to be judged at the Trials. The entries should demonstrate the candidates exceptional ability and knowledge in the Arts and Sciences. They must also demonstrate their willingness and ability to educate the populace with their knowledge.
Heraldry: This section is of particular importance to me.
- Each candidate will have a name and device passed or currently in submission by the date of the Trials.
- Testing for book will include tincture, field divisions, ordinaries and basic animal positions.
- Candidates will be asked to blazon the following arms: their own, the Kingdom of An Tir, the Barony of Glymm Mere, and the Baroness’s own arms.
- Identify the 19 Kingdoms in the Known World by their heraldry
- Identify the 17 the Baronies in An Tir
- Identify the 3 Principalities in An Tir
- Testing for field heraldry will include heralding a tournament and knowing the proper forms of address for all titles in An Tir.
Geography:
- Candidates will demonstrate their knowledge of the location and names of the Kingdoms of the Known World
- Demonstrate knowledge of the location of the Baronies of An Tir.
Arts:
- Candidates will perform a period style piece - play, song, story, poem or musical instrument.
- They will also demonstrate skill in dancing. Each candidate will teach one dance and perform one group dance.
Science:
- Candidates will present to the Baroness, for judging, a piece of armor or clothing they have constructed since their petition, and will wear during the Trials. Brief documentation is required.
Games:
- The candidate must exhibit skill in chess, knowing the rules and strategies.
- Each must teach another period game of choice to the Baroness.
Persona:
- Each candidate will research the time period and country from which they would have lived and write a 1-2 page paper due at the Trials. The paper should include the following information: living conditions, government, religious beliefs, family relationships, language, clothing, food, games, warfare and anything else of interest.
Leadership: I expect each candidate to demonstrate exceptional honor, reputation, chivalry and service, not just on the day of the Trials but at all times. You must receive exceptionally high marks in this category to be considered for the Order.
- Candidates shall organize and teach a workshop, class, demo, or newcomer’s event in Glymm Mere between the time of their petition and the Trials.
Rights and Privileges of The Order of the Serjeantry:
- Members of the Order have the right to wear a belt of blue, tipped with a goutte d'eau and the sun rayonny buckle.
- Members of the Order have the right to wear any other tokens The Baroness may award.
- Members of the Order have the right to use the rank of Serjeant, Yeoman, Gallant, or Courtier depending on their qualifications.
- Member of the Order have a right to a place of honor in the court of the Baron and Baroness.
- Members of the Order have the right to represent Glymm Mere as an ambassador the the other branches of the Known World.
- Members of the Order have the right to recommend changes in the requirements and tasks of the Trials.
- Members of the Order have the right to give the Baroness council concerning the health and well being of the Barony.
Obligations of The Order of the Serjeantry:
- Members of the Order shall swear fealty to the Office and Person of the Baroness of Glymm Mere.
- Shall protect and defend the lands and people of the Barony with their every effort.
- Shall uphold the ideals of nobility, courtesy and chivalry with every deed and word.
- Shall maintain and develop their skills in all areas should the Coronet or Crown need them.
- Shall maintain their warranting as a junior marshal in heavy combat, rapier combat, target archery and thrown weapons.
- Shall be in the forefront of the instruction of novices in all matter of combat, arts and noble behavior in the Barony.
- Shall provide honor guard for the court of the Baron and Baroness.
- Shall attend at least 50% of Glymm Mere events and serve the Baroness and Glymm Mere, assisting with activities, contests and any other duties involved in the event.
- Shall enter contests, tournaments and wars to vie for points and honors for the Barony.
- In war, all Members shall participate in combat or in marshaling and also assist or compete in other war point activities for Glymm Mere.
Once an individual is a Member of the Order of the Serjeantry, the Baroness expects communication if the above obligations cannot be met for any reason (health, employment, elevation to peerage, change in life goals, etc.). At such point, the Baroness will decide whether the Member shall continue service or be asked to step down from the Order. Decisions will be on a case by case basis. Membership in the Order is not a lifelong rank or commitment.
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