Peerage Ceremonies - Revision history

Ealdthryth: /* In Case of Peerage, Break Glass */ Added the "remember to update it" sentence from Hagar's comments

2023-06-28T20:08:46Z

In Case of Peerage, Break Glass: Added the "remember to update it" sentence from Hagar's comments

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	== In Case of Peerage, Break Glass ==		== In Case of Peerage, Break Glass ==

	It can be very helpful to create a list of the things that you would like to happen at your hypothetical future Peerage ceremony. This could include if you'd prefer a writ, what family and friends you'd like to have invited, what Peers you'd like to speak about you, etc. Give that list to your Peer, mentor, spouse, significant other, or logical person that the Crowns or Order will contact when it really is time to plan your recognition. Many Peers will ask for this sort of list from their students. One example of the In Case of Peerage letter may be found [[In Case of Peerage\|here]]		It can be very helpful to create a list of the things that you would like to happen at your hypothetical future Peerage ceremony. This could include if you'd prefer a writ, what family and friends you'd like to have invited, what Peers you'd like to speak about you, etc. Give that list to your Peer, mentor, spouse, significant other, or logical person that the Crowns or Order will contact when it really is time to plan your recognition. Also, remember to review and update the list from time to time as your wishes may change. Many Peers will ask for this sort of list from their students. One example of the In Case of Peerage letter may be found [[In Case of Peerage\|here]]

	== Links to Ceremonies and Related Articles ==		== Links to Ceremonies and Related Articles ==

Ealdthryth: /* Elevations */ edits based on commentary from Hagar

2023-06-28T20:06:06Z

Elevations: edits based on commentary from Hagar

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	== Elevations ==		== Elevations ==

	Elevations take place in a formal Royal court. The court can be a scheduled general purpose court or can be a special purpose court for this single elevation. [[Knights]] and [[Masters of Defense]] ~~can be~~ recognized on the field of battle. [[Laurels]] and [[Pelicans]] ~~can~~ sometimes be recognized during a competition or at a place where they are serving the Society.		Elevations take place in a formal Royal court. The court can be a scheduled general purpose court or can be a special purpose court for this single elevation. [[Knights]] and [[Masters of Defense]] are sometimes recognized on the field of battle. [[Laurels]] and [[Pelicans]] are sometimes recognized during a competition or at a place where they are serving the Society, for example.

	* '''Praising the Candidate''' - Some form of public praise for the candidate is a common feature of most Peerage ceremonies. This can take the form of the Five Worthies Ceremony (below) or a themed presentation like the Seven Virtues or Seven Deadly Sins, etc.		* '''Praising the Candidate''' - Some form of public praise for the candidate is a common feature of most Peerage ceremonies. This can take the form of the Five Worthies Ceremony (below) or a themed presentation like the Seven Virtues or Seven Deadly Sins, etc.
	* '''Release from Fealty''' - If the candidate is in fealty to a Peer, they are typically released from that fealty so they can swear directly to the Crowns. Note that there are instances where a Peer may also be a Companion. For example, a Laurel that is also a Squire.		* '''Release from Fealty''' - If the candidate is in fealty to a Peer, they are typically released from that fealty so they can swear directly to the Crowns. Note that there are instances where a Peer may also be a Companion. For example, a Laurel that is also a Squire.
	* '''Presentation of Regalia''' - Each Peerage order has corresponding regalia which are presented to the candidate		* '''Presentation of Regalia''' - Each Peerage order has corresponding regalia which are presented to the candidate
	* '''Oath of Fealty ~~(semi-optional)~~''' - Members of the Chivalry that choose to be titled 'Knights' are the only Peers required to swear fealty to the Crown. A candidate may still be inducted into the Chivalry without swearing an oath and then be titled 'Master of Arms'. Other new peers may choose to swear fealty but it is not required.		* '''Oath of Fealty or Service''' - Members of the Chivalry that choose to be titled 'Knights' are the only Peers '''required''' to swear fealty to the Crown. A candidate may still be inducted into the Chivalry without swearing an oath and then be titled 'Master of Arms'. Other new peers may choose to swear fealty or an oath of service, but it is not required.

	== The Atlantian Five Worthies Ceremony ==		== The Atlantian Five Worthies Ceremony ==

Ealdthryth: /* Vigils */ minor language updates based on commentary from Hagar

2023-06-28T19:15:55Z

Vigils: minor language updates based on commentary from Hagar

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	== Vigils ==		== Vigils ==

	A vigil is a quiet time for the candidate to contemplate ~~their upcoming~~ elevation. ~~The~~ candidate is offered congratulations and advice on their new role. They are typically separated from the rest of the event in a private room or tent that is decorated with their heraldry or other meaningful items where visitors can join them for brief discussions. Hospitality (food and drink) is frequently provided for those visiting the candidate.		A vigil is a quiet time for the candidate to contemplate the offer of elevation. It is exceptionally rare but individuals have declined Peerages for various reasons. During the vigil the candidate is offered congratulations and advice on their new role. They are typically separated from the rest of the event in a private room or tent that is decorated with their heraldry or other meaningful items where visitors can join them for brief discussions. Hospitality (food and drink) is frequently provided for those visiting the candidate.

	* '''Cleansing''' - A ritual cleansing is a common feature of most SCA vigils. This can be a hand washing, a bath, a dunk in a lake, or a dowsing with ice water. The candidate is told that they are washing away all of their old cares and concerns and they are beginning again.		* '''Cleansing''' - A ritual cleansing is a common feature of most SCA vigils. This can be a hand washing, a bath, a dunk in a lake, or a dowsing with ice water. The candidate is told that they are washing away all of their old cares and concerns and they are beginning again.
	* '''Vigil Tunic''' - A new white linen ~~tunic or shirt~~ is common for the vigilant to wear during their vigil to represent this clean, pure state.		* '''Vigil Tunic''' - A new white linen garment is common for the vigilant to wear during their vigil to represent this clean, pure state.

	== Elevations ==		== Elevations ==

Ealdthryth: /* Notifying the Candidate */ minor change to the 'vigil now...' bullet to note that vigils often take place over night.

2023-06-28T19:11:08Z

Notifying the Candidate: minor change to the 'vigil now...' bullet to note that vigils often take place over night.

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	* '''On the spot''' - The elevation happens immediately. This is most often used when the candidate is already a Peer in a different order.		* '''On the spot''' - The elevation happens immediately. This is most often used when the candidate is already a Peer in a different order.
	* '''Vigil now, Elevation later''' - The candidate is escorted to their vigil immediately and offered elevation at some later time, most often court ~~that~~ same ~~evening~~.		* '''Vigil now, Elevation later''' - The candidate is escorted to their vigil immediately and offered elevation at some later time, most often at a court later at the same event. For example, a candidate may be put on vigil on Friday and elevated on Saturday.
	* '''Writs''' - The candidate is informed of Their Majesties' decision to recognize them with a peerage with the vigil and elevation to be held at some mutually agreed future event, perhaps months later. The candidate is still surprised, but then can help decide the details of their vigil and elevation ceremonies.		* '''Writs''' - The candidate is informed of Their Majesties' decision to recognize them with a peerage with the vigil and elevation to be held at some mutually agreed future event, perhaps months later. The candidate is still surprised, but then can help decide the details of their vigil and elevation ceremonies.

Biggeheved: /* Notifying the Candidate */

2023-06-26T21:16:38Z

Notifying the Candidate

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	Generally, Their Majesties inform the candidate in one of three ways:		Generally, Their Majesties inform the candidate in one of three ways:

	* '''On the spot''' - The elevation happens immediately.		* '''On the spot''' - The elevation happens immediately. This is most often used when the candidate is already a Peer in a different order.
	* '''Vigil now, Elevation later''' - The candidate is escorted to their vigil immediately and offered elevation at some later time, most often court that same evening.		* '''Vigil now, Elevation later''' - The candidate is escorted to their vigil immediately and offered elevation at some later time, most often court that same evening.
	* '''Writs''' - The candidate is informed of Their Majesties' decision to recognize them with a peerage with the vigil and elevation to be held at some mutually agreed future event, perhaps months later. The candidate is still surprised, but then can help decide the details of their vigil and elevation ceremonies.		* '''Writs''' - The candidate is informed of Their Majesties' decision to recognize them with a peerage with the vigil and elevation to be held at some mutually agreed future event, perhaps months later. The candidate is still surprised, but then can help decide the details of their vigil and elevation ceremonies.

Ealdthryth: spelling correction

2023-06-26T20:45:34Z

spelling correction

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	== The Atlantian Five Worthies Ceremony ==		== The Atlantian Five Worthies Ceremony ==

	By far the most common Peerage ceremony in Atlantia is the "Five Worthies" Ceremony. It has this name because a representative from each [[Bestowed Peerages\|bestowed Peerage]] (four people) plus a Lady of the Rose (the fifth worthy) are invited, in turn, to briefly speak about the candidate and how their Order agrees that the candidate is appropriate for this new role. Typically, the worthies can speak in any order with the worthy for the candidate's new Order going last. Occasionally, a non-Peer member of the ~~populous~~ who is meaningful to the candidate will be asked to speak as well.		By far the most common Peerage ceremony in Atlantia is the "Five Worthies" Ceremony. It has this name because a representative from each [[Bestowed Peerages\|bestowed Peerage]] (four people) plus a Lady of the Rose (the fifth worthy) are invited, in turn, to briefly speak about the candidate and how their Order agrees that the candidate is appropriate for this new role. Typically, the worthies can speak in any order with the worthy for the candidate's new Order going last. Occasionally, a non-Peer member of the populace who is meaningful to the candidate will be asked to speak as well.

	The timing of when this ceremony occurs has evolved over the years. Traditionally, the Worthies speak in Court, followed by the release of the candidate from fealty to a Peer (if such fealty exists), then bestowal of any regalia that is presented to the candidate.		The timing of when this ceremony occurs has evolved over the years. Traditionally, the Worthies speak in Court, followed by the release of the candidate from fealty to a Peer (if such fealty exists), then bestowal of any regalia that is presented to the candidate.

Ealdthryth: Added category

2023-06-26T20:06:29Z

Added category

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	* [https://www.academiedespee.com/articles/mod-ceremony/ An Atlantian Master of Defense Ceremony]		* [https://www.academiedespee.com/articles/mod-ceremony/ An Atlantian Master of Defense Ceremony]
	* [http://laurels.atlantia.sca.org/checklist.php Atlantian Laurels Checklist]		* [http://laurels.atlantia.sca.org/checklist.php Atlantian Laurels Checklist]

			[[Category:Traditions Ceremonies & Protocols]]

Ealdthryth: /* Elevations */ updated the Oath of Fealty section based on some feedback from Logan

2023-06-21T15:01:41Z

Elevations: updated the Oath of Fealty section based on some feedback from Logan

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	* '''Release from Fealty''' - If the candidate is in fealty to a Peer, they are typically released from that fealty so they can swear directly to the Crowns. Note that there are instances where a Peer may also be a Companion. For example, a Laurel that is also a Squire.		* '''Release from Fealty''' - If the candidate is in fealty to a Peer, they are typically released from that fealty so they can swear directly to the Crowns. Note that there are instances where a Peer may also be a Companion. For example, a Laurel that is also a Squire.
	* '''Presentation of Regalia''' - Each Peerage order has corresponding regalia which are presented to the candidate		* '''Presentation of Regalia''' - Each Peerage order has corresponding regalia which are presented to the candidate
	* '''Oath of Fealty (semi-optional)''' - Knights are ~~expected~~ to swear fealty to the Crown ~~as part~~ of ~~their ceremony~~. Other new peers may choose to ~~do so~~.		* '''Oath of Fealty (semi-optional)''' - Members of the Chivalry that choose to be titled 'Knights' are the only Peers required to swear fealty to the Crown. A candidate may still be inducted into the Chivalry without swearing an oath and then be titled 'Master of Arms'. Other new peers may choose to swear fealty but it is not required.

	== The Atlantian Five Worthies Ceremony ==		== The Atlantian Five Worthies Ceremony ==

Ealdthryth: /* Elevations */ Added some clarification on the Release from Fealty bullet that I got from Logan

2023-06-21T14:56:24Z

Elevations: Added some clarification on the Release from Fealty bullet that I got from Logan

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	* '''Praising the Candidate''' - Some form of public praise for the candidate is a common feature of most Peerage ceremonies. This can take the form of the Five Worthies Ceremony (below) or a themed presentation like the Seven Virtues or Seven Deadly Sins, etc.		* '''Praising the Candidate''' - Some form of public praise for the candidate is a common feature of most Peerage ceremonies. This can take the form of the Five Worthies Ceremony (below) or a themed presentation like the Seven Virtues or Seven Deadly Sins, etc.
	* '''Release from Fealty''' - If the candidate is in fealty to a Peer, they ~~must be~~ released from that fealty so they can swear directly to the Crowns.		* '''Release from Fealty''' - If the candidate is in fealty to a Peer, they are typically released from that fealty so they can swear directly to the Crowns. Note that there are instances where a Peer may also be a Companion. For example, a Laurel that is also a Squire.
	* '''Presentation of Regalia''' - Each Peerage order has corresponding regalia which are presented to the candidate		* '''Presentation of Regalia''' - Each Peerage order has corresponding regalia which are presented to the candidate
	* '''Oath of Fealty (semi-optional)''' - Knights are expected to swear fealty to the Crown as part of their ceremony. Other new peers may choose to do so.		* '''Oath of Fealty (semi-optional)''' - Knights are expected to swear fealty to the Crown as part of their ceremony. Other new peers may choose to do so.

Ealdthryth: /* In Case of Peerage, Break Glass */

2023-06-21T14:51:50Z

In Case of Peerage, Break Glass

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	== In Case of Peerage, Break Glass ==		== In Case of Peerage, Break Glass ==

	It can be very helpful to create a list of the things that you would like to happen at your hypothetical future Peerage ceremony. This could include if you'd prefer a writ, what family and friends you'd like to have invited, what Peers you'd like to speak about you, etc. Give that list to your Peer, mentor, spouse, significant other, or logical person that the Crowns or Order will contact when it really is time to plan your recognition. Many Peers will ask for this sort of list from their students.		It can be very helpful to create a list of the things that you would like to happen at your hypothetical future Peerage ceremony. This could include if you'd prefer a writ, what family and friends you'd like to have invited, what Peers you'd like to speak about you, etc. Give that list to your Peer, mentor, spouse, significant other, or logical person that the Crowns or Order will contact when it really is time to plan your recognition. Many Peers will ask for this sort of list from their students. One example of the In Case of Peerage letter may be found [[In Case of Peerage\|here]]

	== Links to Ceremonies and Related Articles ==		== Links to Ceremonies and Related Articles ==
	* [https://www.academiedespee.com/articles/mod-ceremony/ An Atlantian Master of Defense Ceremony]		* [https://www.academiedespee.com/articles/mod-ceremony/ An Atlantian Master of Defense Ceremony]
	* [http://laurels.atlantia.sca.org/checklist.php Atlantian Laurels Checklist]		* [http://laurels.atlantia.sca.org/checklist.php Atlantian Laurels Checklist]