now we are getting somewhere!

great practice everyone.

we went over some things. and for those who were not there, i will go over what we made official.


first we set up the army and and requirements.

Initiate
• One who wishes to join The Northern Army
• Must own and maintain at least one set of minimal garb
• Must own a weapon of basic construction
• One should have an outline or basic idea of the character they wish to portray.
Warwick
• One must successfully complete the first requirements of dedication, strength, and time
• One must have a biography of the character they want to portray
• To attain this rank, one must give the oath of service
• Upon attaining the rank of Knight, one will be awarded a rank sash and sacred seal
Templar
• One must successfully complete the second requirements of dedication, strength, and time
• Upon attaining the rank of Templar, it is their duty to be watchful of the ranks below them. And to report any deeds, good or bad, to the Court.
• Upon attaining the rank of Templar, one will be rewarded a rank sash

**Senior Templar- awarded to the one who reaches rank of templar, before anyone else. Therefore, has seniority over
the other templars. If the senior templar moves up in rank, the next in line shall become senior trmplar.

High Constable
• One must successfully complete the third requirements of dedication, strength, and time
• Upon attaining the rank of High Constable, it is their duty to be watchful of the ranks below them. And to report any deeds, good or bad, to the Court.
• Upon attaining the rank of High Constable, one will be rewarded a rank sash
• One must acquire a dress/dinner uniform. The uniform must be worn at all official function

**Senior High Constable- awarded to the one who reaches rank of High Constable, before anyone else. Therefore, has seniority over the other High Constables. If the senior high constable moves up in rank, the next in line becomes the new senior high constable.

Field Marshal
• One must successfully complete the fourth requirements of dedication, strength, and time
• Upon attaining the rank of Field Marshal, it is their duty to be watchful of the ranks below them. And to report any deeds, good or bad, to the Court.
• Upon attaining the rank of Field Marshal, one will be rewarded a rank sash
• All soldiers must obey his orders




"Elite Guard"- This distinguished title is separate from the command structure listed above. This title is awarded to the three best individual fighters in the army. Every six months the northern guard will hold a contest to determine which three are honored with this title. Any fighter of any military rank can earn this title.

-If the king is on the field, he has the right to supersede the field marshal, and take over command if he so chooses.

-The Field Marshal may relinquish command to a high constable at his choosing. That high constable may relinquish command to a templar at his choosing, and so on.

-If it is believed that someone should be stripped of their title, a vote shall be taken at the next council meeting.

-Should the Field marshal fall in battle, command is automatically given to the Senior high constable.


[/b][Political Ranks can only be held by members of the army. This means Warwick or higher. These should not be considered positions of power, but instead positions of responsibility. ]

King- Supreme Ruler of the land. Responsible for running all major aspects of the chapter.

High Chancellor- Highest ranking position. Holds same responsibilities as the king, and serves as supreme ruler in his absence. Can only be appointed by a majority vote from all members of the Guard, including that of the king, or current high chancellor to be impeached. Only one high chancellor can serve at any one time.

Magister- Must have served as a lord for 6 months, maintain 50% attendance, and win a majority vote, including that of the High Chancellor or King. Only 3 magisters can serve at any one time. If three magisters already exist, A magister must be expelled by popular vote. (by more votes than any other Magister, but it doesn't have to be the majority.)

Lord- Base rank for council members. They are permitted to vote for political figures. Must be a member of the Guard (the military), and have maintained a minimum of 50% attendance at practices for the last 2 months.

-Individuals holding the above positions will serve on the high council. Major changes and decisions for the chapter will be decided by the council. For a motion to pass, one of the following must occur: 1.)A passing vote from the king, and a passing vote from either the high chancellor or majority of magisters. 2.)A passing vote from the High Chancellor, and Unanimous passing votes from the magisters. 3.)Unanimous passing votes from all the magisters and lords present.

-All council members are granted equal opportunity to present and persuade their side of the case. A lord has as much voice in a discussion as the king or chancelor, and should be listened to with equal credence.

-Any issue to be discussed at council must be determined before the council ceremony begins.

-If any magister is not present during council, the lords will vote for one of their own to fill in.

-The time of a council ceremony must be agreed upon my both the High Chancellor and the King. Both must be present for a council ceremony to take place.

-in depth discussion of an issue scheduled to be discussed at council should be avoided.

-If possible, council will meet every fourth week. (once a month)

Dedication Requirements
First – Own and maintain two sets of garb. And at least one weapon
Second - All the above plus, a sacred seal. And your preferred set of weapons
Third – All the above plus, one set of garb (should be of above average quality) (3 sets of garb total). and Armor. (Torso, or Grieves and Bracers)
Fourth – All the above plus, one set of garb (4 total) full set of high quality garb representative of his status)

Strength Requirements
First – Single blue only fights. Best 2 of 3. Versus opponent of Knight rank
Second – single blue fights. First to get 10 strikes against another opponent of knight rank or higher. Best of 2. A 3rd fight for tie breaker.
Third - single blue fights. First to get 10 strikes against another opponent of knight rank or higher. Best of 2. A 3rd fight for tie breaker.
Fourth - single blue fights. First to get 10. Best of 2. A 3rd fight for tie breaker. Opponent is chosen by the Court

Time requirements
First – 4 months active membership in good standing
Second – 3 months active membership in good standing
Third – 3 months active membership in good standing
Fourth – 2 months active membership in good standing



second, figured out what our symbol is.



third we voted Datura(marty) High chancellor. and we voted Ape(charles) Magister



we are getting things done!! yayyyy!

I wish to become a Warwick of the northern guard army. Will I be able to do this next practice?

sure.....

first, you must show me that you meet the requirements for Initiate.
second, you must complete the first requirements of warwick.

Initiate
• One who wishes to join The Northern Army
• Must own and maintain at least one set of minimal garb
• Must own a weapon of basic construction
• One should have an outline or basic idea of the character they wish to portray.

Warwick
• One must successfully complete the first requirements of dedication, strength, and time
• One must have a biography of the character they want to portray
• To attain this rank, one must give the oath of service
• Upon attaining the rank of Knight, one will be awarded a rank sash and sacred seal

THE FIRST OF THE 3....
First – Own and maintain two sets of garb. And at least one weapon
First – Single blue only fights. Best 2 of 3. Versus opponent of Knight rank
First – 4 months active membership in good standing


meet all the requirements and you shall be rewarded.

but remember, we do not have the sash's yet. so you may not receive all that you deserve. but we will get it all to you as soon as possible.

As for garb, I have a ruffled swordsman shirt, and ripped pants, as well as my kilt. as for weapons i own my bow, about 5 arrows, a short sword, a long sword, and a scimitar.

your going to have to fight Datura for your strength requirement. i wont be able to play for a month because of my thumb.