Keepers of the Portcullis of Unser Hafen
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| Award Level | Barony Level Award |
|---|---|
| Award Type | Fighting |
| Chartered On | July 18, 1998 (A.S. XXXIII) |
| Reign | Baron Thorfinn & Baroness Rosalind (Barony of Unser Hafen) |
| White Stag | Pendar the Bard (White Stag Principal Herald) |
| Number of Recipients | 91 |
| Precedence | Award of Arms |
| Entitles Use of | Entitles bearer to post-nominal letters (No specific post-nominal letters provided, typical for some AoA level awards) |
Keepers of the Portcullis
The Order of the Keepers of the Portcullis is a Barony-level Award of Arms in the Barony of Unser Hafen (part of the Kingdom of the Outlands). It is awarded to those persons who have enriched the Fighting Arts of the Barony of Unser Hafen through service, teaching, and skills.
This award was chartered on the 18th day of July, A.S. XXXIII (1998), by Baron Thorfinn and Baroness Rosalind of Unser Hafen, with the charter also signed by King Hrothger II and Queen Madigan of the Outlands. Pendar the Bard served as White Stag Principal Herald at the time. The companionship of all previous recipients of the Order is confirmed by the charter.
Purpose and Recognition
Recipients of this award are recognized for their excellence in the fighting arts, demonstrating not only prowess on the field but also courtesy and a willingness to share their knowledge and train others within the Barony.
Precedence
This Order carries the precedence of an Award of Arms.
Badge
- (Fieldless) A portcullis vert debruised by a pair of spears in saltire Or.
Recipients are entitled to wear the badge of the Order and appropriate regalia.
Scroll Text
Version 1 (long)
- The warriors of a Barony wield their swords in defense of their Barony and its honor. These nobles, squires, and militia form an impassable barrier guarding Unser Hafen, defending the portcullis of the castle 'gainst any who would force entry. For a warrior to gain favor, [he/she/them] must be possessed of more than mere skill at arms; [he/she/they] must also be courteous and willing to share of [his/her/their] own hard-won knowledge.
- Such a warrior is our good subject, [Recipient's Name], who has demonstrated mightiness on the field and given much time in the training of our Barony's forces.
- Therefore do we, [Baron's Name], Baron of Unser Hafen, and [Baroness's Name], Baroness of Unser Hafen, proclaim [him/her/them] a Companion of the Right Noble Order of the Keepers of the Portcullis. {In token of our high esteem, we confer upon [Lord/Lady/Noble] [Recipient's First Name] the right to bear the badge of the Order, to wit: A portcullis vert debruised by a pair of spears in saltire Or.} Let all to whom these presents come know of [his/her/their] worthiness and valor.
- Done by our hands this ___ day of _____, Anno Societatis ____, being _____ Gregorian.
- [Baron’s Signature]
- Baron
- [Baroness’s Signature]
- Baroness
Version 2 (short)
- The warriors of Unser Hafen are the guardians of our fair Barony. To gain favor, a fighter must display mightiness upon the field, be always courteous, and be willing to share [his/her/their] wealth of skill and knowledge.
- Such a warrior is our good subject [Recipient's Name], who has demonstrated merit in all these endeavors.
- Therefore do we, [Baron's Name], Baron of Unser Hafen, and [Baroness's Name], Baroness of Unser Hafen, proclaim [him/her/them] a Companion of the Keepers of the Portcullis. {In token of our high esteem, we confer upon [Lord/Lady/Noble] [Recipient's First Name] the right to bear the badge of the Order, to wit: A portcullis vert debruised by a pair of spears in saltire Or.} Let all hail [his/her/their] merit and worth!
- Done by our hands this ___ day of _____, Anno Societatis _____, being _____ of the Common Era.
- [Baron’s Signature]
- Baron
- [Baroness’s Signature]
- Baroness
Recipients
See Also
External Links
https://wimble.outlandsheralds.org – Wimble Heralds: Outlands Awards Site