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Letters of Intent Being accepted at Winter's End, Feb 9th: Any individual wishing to compete in the Sergeantry/Courtier Trials must submit a Letter of Intent expressing their desire to attempt the trials at the Winter Event (Winter's End, February 9th, 2008) prior to the preparation program beginning and Trials taking place in the fall. Late candidates may be accepted at the discretion of the Baron and Baroness. All entries are due no later than March 10th, 2008. This petition to enter the order must be in the candidate's own hand although no grade will be given for this entry, attempts at period illumination and calligraphy are appreciated. This letter is meant to be a means by which potential candidates may be recognized and there by avail themselves of assistance (if desired) from the Baron and Baroness, Courtiers and Sergeantry, and populous of the Barony in preparing for the trials. The Letter of Intent must include an introduction of the candidate and stating why they are pursuing entrance into the Sergeantry/Courtiers of Terra Pomaria. The letter is to be formally presented in court, and read by the candidate. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ruland or Emma, Baron & Baroness of Terra Pomaria. Ruland:
503-910-1451 Requirements for the Barony of Terra Pomaria History Years ago, when the Principality of An Tir was still part of the Kingdom of the West, the heart of the Kingdom lay far away. Since most of the Western peerage lived fifteen to twenty hours from the An Tirian heart-land, they had little opportunity to consider those of us who had attained a peerage level in our endeavors. Was a particular An Tirian fit company for a civilized court? Did they dance or scribe? Did they possess knowledge of period entertainments and have a basic understanding of heraldry? Did they willingly share their accomplishments with others? In order to facilitate the advancement of An Tirians, the landed Baronesses developed a series of Trials that focused on peer-like qualities. Those who passed the Trials became part of an elite Baronesses' Guard. Therefore, when an An Tirian Sergeant came up in a Peerage council, it would be obvious that many a pertinent question had already been answered. The Guard became a Kingdom Order that bore the title "Sergeant," a designation borrowed from the armed guards of the Crusades. Thus was born the uniquely An Tirian tradition of Sergeantry. Today, a member of the Sergeantry is an accomplished person whose peer-like qualities make him or her welcome at any Court. With the advent of missile and rapier combat, the Sergeantry was opened to Yeomen and Gallants, respectively. Those who wish to pursue service and non-martial skills may earn the rank of Courtier. Some baronies also include "Lancer" for equestrians, the Barony of Terra Pomaria has not yet had someone achieve the rank of Lancer. Sergeant, Yeoman, Gallants, Lancers and Courtiers are not honours, they are ranks. This means that they are not given as an award by someone for past work done. Instead, there are a set of tests. If you pass all the tests, you receive the rank. If you do not pass one of the tests, you do not receive the rank. Sergeantry The position of Sergeant-at-Arms of the Barony of Terra Pomaria and the specialized equivalent ranks of Yeoman, Gallant, and Lancer (hereafter referred to as "Sergeantry") were developed to allow individuals the opportunity to demonstrate military and chivalric skills with the goal of becoming qualified military leaders of the Barony. With the passage of time, the Sergeantry has also come to be respected as role models for all who interact with the Barony, and they are valued as vital contributors to the social aspects of the group as well as the military. The Sergeantry is responsible for the security and safety of the Barony and its members form the Guard of Honor for the Baron and Baroness. Additionally, many ceremonial and service obligations are the sole domain of the Sergeantry. Those individuals who successfully complete the trials will be required to swear fealty to the Barony of Terra Pomaria through the entities of the Baron and Baroness and will have the right to wear the buckle of this rank and any other tokens that the Baron and Baroness may decide. Privileges, Obligations, and Administration (Sergeantry) All members of the Sergeantry are considered equals whether they are Sergeant, Yeoman, Gallant, or Lancer. All codes of conduct and by-laws will be developed and enforced by the Sergeantry themselves. There will be no more than one chance per year for a new Sergeantry to be inducted into the ranks. An unsuccessful applicant may re-enter another time, but must abide by the current testing standard and requirements. There will be no minimum or maximum number of Sergeantry. With the rank of Sergeantry, there also comes privileges and obligations: Privileges of the Rank
Obligations of the Rank
Courtiers The position of Courtier shall be equal in rank and privilege to that of the Sergeantry of the Barony of Terra Pomaria. As with the members of the Sergeantry, Courtiers will come to be respected as role models for all who interact with the Barony, and they will be valued as vital contributors to the social aspects of the group as well as to the "Gentler Arts." The Courtiers are responsible for the nurturing and development of the Arts & Sciences within the Barony and it members are granted places of honor within the Courts of the Baron and Baroness. The Courtier's primary purpose is to serve the Baron as examples of
courtesy, etiquette, and nobility to the populace of the Barony and
to visiting dignitaries. To be a capable administrator, knowledgeable in the Laws of the Kingdom, Principality and Corpora.
To be knowledgeable and well proficient in service in court, feast,
and to the administration of the Barony. An understanding that such Service by its very nature may involve performing a less than desirable task because of its necessity. A Courtier must undertake all tasks discreetly, with propriety, courtesy, dignity, grace, and cheerful disposition. The rewards for such service may at times seem all too slight, however a Courtier understands the true reward of service is not found in the public recognition, the gilt tokens presented, but in pride in a necessary job done well. A diligent and loyal Courtier will find the rewards are well worth the effort. Additionally, many ceremonial and service obligations are the sole domain of the Courtiers, along with the members of the Sergeantry. Those individuals who successfully complete the trials will be asked to swear fealty to the Barony of Terra Pomaria in the form of the entities of the Baron and Baroness and will have the right to wear the regalia of this rank and any other tokens as the Baron and Baroness may decide. The Courtiers are in primary service to the Baron of Terra Pomaria. Privileges, Obligations, and Administration (Courtiers) All members of the Courtiers are considered equal in rank and privilege to the members of Sergeantry. All other codes of conduct and by-laws will be developed and enforced by the Courtiers themselves. There will be no more than one chance per year for a new Courtier to be inducted into the ranks. An unsuccessful applicant may re-enter another time, but must abide by the current testing standard and requirements. There will be no minimum or maximum number of Courtiers. With the rank of Courtier, there also comes privileges and obligations: Privileges of the Rank
Obligations of the Rank
Membership Requirements: The Trials will last over a minimum of six months including classes,
special activities, assignments, etc. and will conclude with a Final
Trials Event which will be held in the Fall (October). Throughout
the Trials candidates for this rank (Both Sergeant and Courtier) will
be tested and assessed for their growth in the required skills. The
currently active Sergeantry/Courtiers of the Barony will be charged Candidates shall receive a score ranging for 0-10 from the judges in each of the following areas of skill. Candidates must receive a score of 7 in all areas with one score of 5-6 permitted, at the discretion of the Baron and Baroness, to be considered as having met the membership requirements. They must score a minimum of 7 in their area of emphasis. Both Sergeantry & Courtier candidates will be tested in the following areas: 1) Scribal (Calligraphy/Illumination Skills) Letter of Intent: Any individual wishing to compete in the Sergeantry/Courtier Trials must submit a Letter of Intent expressing their desire to attempt the trials at the Winter Event (Winter's End, February 9th, 2008) prior to the preparation program beginning and Trials taking place in the fall. Late candidates may be accepted at the discretion of the Baron and Baroness. All entries are due no later than March 10th, 2008. This petition to enter the order must be in the candidate's own hand although no grade will be given for this entry, attempts at period illumination and calligraphy are appreciated. This letter is meant to be a means by which potential candidates may be recognized and there by avail themselves of assistance (if desired) from the Baron and Baroness, Courtiers and Sergeantry, and populous of the Barony in preparing for the trials. The Letter of Intent must include an introduction of the candidate and stating why they are pursuing entrance into the Sergeantry/Courtiers of Terra Pomaria. The letter is to be formally presented in court, and read by the candidate. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ruland or Emma, Baron & Baroness of Terra Pomaria. Ruland:
503-910-1451
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