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The Laws of

The

Kingdom of

An Tir

The Laws of The Kingdom of An Tir ............................................................................. 1 Definitions: ....................................................................................................................... 3 Article I. The Law ........................................................................................................ 4 Article II. The Royalty............................................................................................... 5 Article III. Officers of Court and State........................................................................ 7 Article IV. Precedence, Awards and Orders.............................................................. 19 Article V. Events...................................................................................................... 24 Article VI. Subordinate Groups................................................................................. 26 Article VII. Fealty .................................................................................................. 33 Article VIII. Conduct ............................................................................................... 34

The Laws of the Principality of Avacal........................................................................... 40 Definitions ...................................................................................................................... 40 Article I. The Law ...................................................................................................... 40 Article II. The Coronet ............................................................................................ 40 Article III. Champions of Avacal.............................................................................. 41 Article IV. Principality Officers and Duties .............................................................. 42 Article V. Awards and Orders.................................................................................. 43 Article VI. Principality Events .................................................................................. 43 Article VII. Their Highnesses’ University of Avacal (THUA)............................... 44 Article VIII. Collection, Recording and Remittance of Non-Member Surcharge. ... 44

The Laws of the Principality of the Summits ................................................................. 46 Definitions ...................................................................................................................... 46 Article I. The Law ...................................................................................................... 46 Article II. The Coronet ............................................................................................ 47 Article III. Tournaments, Investiture and Succession ............................................... 47 Article IV. Champions .............................................................................................. 49 Article V. Officers ................................................................................................... 51 Article VI. Awards .................................................................................................... 54 Article VII. Councils and Courts ............................................................................ 55

The Laws of the Principality of Tir Righ........................................................................ 57 Definitions ...................................................................................................................... 57 Article I. The Law ...................................................................................................... 58 Article II. The Coronet ............................................................................................ 58 Article III. Champions .............................................................................................. 59 Article IV. Principality Officers and Duties .............................................................. 60 Article V. Awards and Orders.................................................................................. 61 Article VI. Events...................................................................................................... 61 Article VII. Principality of Tir Righ Travel Funds ................................................. 62

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 3

DEFINITIONS: Board (BoD): Board of Directors of the SCA, Inc. Consort: The member who was fought for in the Crown or Coronet Lists and

was invested as royalty. The Coronet: The Sovereign and Consort of a principality, acting jointly. They

reign subject to the overall guidance of the Crown. Corpora: The document defining those policies governing historical re-

creation within the Society, and those policies applicable to the entire Society.

The Crier: The official newsletter of the Kingdom of An Tir. The Crown: The Soverign and Consort of An Tir, acting jointly. Crown Principality: A group of contiguous branches working toward Principality status. Curia: A council of officers and Crown advisors meeting to assist in

administering the Kingdom. Member: Paid member of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. Noble Estate: A body comprised of the Royalty, the Royal Peers, and the

Territorial Barons and Baronesses of An Tir, meeting to advise the Crown as needed.

Period: The era used by the Society as the basis for its re-creation activities. The Society is based on the life and culture of the landed nobility of pre-17th Century Western Europe, focusing on the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. From this basic structure of time and place, there are commonly accepted deviations (e.g., Viking, Roman, Cavalier, Middle Eastern, Japanese, etc.)

Principality: A geographical area of the Kingdom which has the right to select a reigning Prince and Princess by armored combat.

Proclamation: A directive of the Crown or Coronet that shall have effect only during the reign of the proclaiming Royalty.

Regent: The person who administers the affairs of the Kingdom if the Crown is unable to reign.

Region: An administrative designation for a group of branches. Royal Heirs: The victor in the Royal Lists and the victor’s consort for the period

between the victory and the Coronation (kingdom) or Investiture (principality).

Royalty: The Sovereign, Consort, Crown Prince and Princess, Principality Princes and Princesses, and all Principality Heirs.

SCA: The Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc., a California not-for-profit corporation.

Society: The entirety of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. (SCA). Sovereign: The victor in the Crown Lists of An Tir who has been crowned with

the title of King or Queen. Subject: A non-Crown participant who resides within the borders of, and/or is

considered to be a denizen of, the Kingdom of An Tir.


ARTICLE I. THE LAW

Article I.A. The word of the Crown is law. The Crown acknowledges, and is subject to, modern law, the governing documents of the Society, and the current written Laws of An Tir. The Crown shall be cognizant of the rights and privileges of its vassals and subjects by tradition, custom and usage. Article I.B. All changes to these laws must be proclaimed at a legal Society event with complete copy published in The Crier. No provision of law shall be in effect, nor shall any subjects be responsible for such provision, until such proclamation and publication have taken place. Article I.C. Principality Law:

1. Within any Principality of the Kingdom of An Tir, the word of the Coronet is Law subject to the same restrictions as Kingdom Law. Additionally, Principality Law is subject to Kingdom Law and the approval of the Crown. The Coronet is subject to its current written Principality Laws. 2. Any changes to the Laws of a Principality must first be submitted to the Crown of An Tir in writing and receive the Crown's signatures before being proclaimed. They must then be proclaimed at a legal Society event and published in The Crier and the appropriate Principality newsletter, before they are fully in effect.

Article I.D. This is the current edition of The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir, and all earlier versions are repealed. Article I.E. The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir will be published in full at least biannually and shall be mailed as a supplement to The Crier. Article I.F. The following handbooks are incorporated by reference in the Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir and shall be treated as though they are part of Kingdom Law.

1. The An Tir Book of Combat (The ABCs), covering the conduct of combat and other martial art forms as well as applicable equipment standards 2. The An Tir Book of Target, covering conduct of all archery and thrown weapons activities and equipment standards. 3. The An Tir Book of Fence, covering conduct of all rapier/fencing activities and equipment standards. 4. The An Tir Book of Horse, covering the conduct of all equestrian activities and equipment standards. 5. An Tir Financial Policy, covering all financial matters. 6. An Tir Kingdom Publication Policy, covering all print and electronic publications. 7. The An Tir Constables Handbook, covering all policies encompassing safety

om. and security issues for the Kingd8. An Tir Calendar Policy.


ARTICLE II. THE ROYALTY

Article II.A. The duties, responsibilities, and privileges of the Crown are detailed in Corpora. Article II.B. The Crown shall use Their power to defend and protect An Tir and Their subjects. The Crown shall work to see that justice is done and that the glory that is An Tir is in no way diminished. The Crown agrees to allow personal access information to be published in applicable newsletters and on appropriate websites, and assures that They may legally cross the U.S./Canadian international border for the duration of Their Reign. Article II.C. Succession, Abdication, and Failure to Reign:

1. Crown Lists: a) The Crown Lists shall be fought at two Crown Tournaments per year as detailed in Article V.B. b) All authorized fighters of An Tir who are acceptable to the Crown have the right to compete in the Crown Lists of the Kingdom of An Tir, unless they are in violation of the rules of the Crown Lists, the governing documents of the Society or the laws of the Kingdom. c) All combatants and prospective consorts must be presented to the Crown. The final decision as to the acceptability of any otherwise-qualified participant in the Crown Tournament shall rest with the Sovereign. d) By entering into the Crown Lists, a combatant declares that the combatant has a prospective consort of the opposite gender, who has agreed to reign with them should they win. During the invocation of the Crown Lists, all combatants and prospective consorts shall declare that they are loyal to the Crown, and will uphold the laws of, and respect the customs and traditions of the Kingdom. They shall further declare that, should they be victorious, They will attend Their Coronation, and shall preside over the activities of the following Crown Tournament, and the Coronation of Their successors, for no one shall compete for the Crown without intending to reign should they win. Entering in the Crown Lists also affirms that both the combatant and their prospective consort maintain the ability to legally cross the U.S./Canadian international border for the duration of Their reign, should they be victorious. e) Both the combatant and prospective consort shall be present at the Crown Tournament. Both the combatant and the prospective consort shall have been active subjects of An Tir for no less than one year prior to the Crown Tournament. The Sovereign may grant exceptions to these requirements, if requested in advance, and if the Sovereign is satisfied that all obligations will be met by the combatant and consort. No person may have more than one combatant fighting for him or her in a given Crown List, and no combatant may fight for more than one prospective consort. f) At each Crown Tournament the Kingdom Seneschal or a designated representative shall confirm the membership status of each combatant and prospective consort. Upon verification of memberships, the combatant's name may be entered in the Crown Lists. g) All combatants and prospective consorts entering the Crown Lists of An Tir must be a minimum 18 years of age. h) Neither the Sovereign nor the Consort may fight or be fought for in the Crown Lists.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 6 2. The Sovereign and Consort:

a) Failure of either the Sovereign or Consort to attend a required Crown event constitutes a failure to reign of that person and shall be taken as an abdication of the Throne; unless the failure to attend was beyond the control of the Sovereign or Consort and They had intended to attend. b) If both the Sovereign and Consort are significantly late in arriving at a Crown Event, the Champion of An Tir shall assume the duties of Regent and commence the activities of the event. When the Sovereign or Consort arrives, They shall immediately assume Their duties and the Regent shall resume the duties of the Champion of An Tir. If it is a Crown Tournament, the Regent shall supervise the Crown Tournament and invest the victor and the consort as Royal Heir and Consort. If it is a Coronation, the Regent shall invest the Royal Heir and Consort as Sovereign and Consort. c) A letter from the Sovereign and/or Consort to the Kingdom Seneschal indicating intent to abdicate constitutes official abdication. d) Should either the Sovereign or Consort be unable to complete the reign, or elect to abdicate, the other shall assume the duties and privileges of both for the remainder of the reign.

3. The Royal Heir and Consort: a) Should the Royal Heir and Consort, through no fault of Their own, be unable to attend Their coronation, such steps as are necessary and acceptable to Them and the Crown shall be taken that They may achieve Their Crown. An announcement of the change will be made as soon as possible in The Crier. b) If the Royal Heir and Consort elect to abdicate, or if the Crown Tournament is invalidated for any reason, a new Crown Tournament shall be called at the beginning of the Coronation event. This tournament shall be limited to all fighters who meet the requirements to enter the Crown Lists and who competed in the previous Crown Tournament. The previous victor and their consort shall be barred from the tournament. The winner of this Crown Tournament and their consort shall be crowned at this event. c) If the prospective Consort cannot assume the Crown for any reason, the prospective Sovereign shall choose a new Consort acceptable to the Crown. The new Consort must meet the requirements set forth in Article Article II.C, regarding who may be fought for in the Crown Lists.

4. The Regent: a) In the event that both the Sovereign and Consort are unable to conclude Their reign or have abdicated, the Champion of An Tir shall serve as Regent. b) If the Champion of An Tir cannot carry out the Regent's duties, the Kingdom Seneschal shall call a meeting of the Noble Estate. As a body, they shall select the most suitable person of Ducal or County rank to serve as Regent. c) Duties:

(1) The Regent shall not have the authority to alter The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir or to give awards. (2) If the Crown has officially abdicated without Heirs, the Regent shall crown the victor and consort of the next Crown Tournament as Sovereign and Consort immediately.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 7 (3) The Regent may not fight or be fought for in the Crown Lists. (4) If the Crown officially abdicates after Their Heirs have been chosen, the Regent shall crown the Heirs at the next scheduled Coronation event.

Article II.D. Crown Finances:

1. The Crown and Heirs shall be reimbursed for reasonable office, copying, postage, electronic mail and telephone expenses incurred in preparation for and in conjunction with Their reign. 2. The Crown and Heirs shall be exempt from site fees at the four Crown events.

Article II.E. The Principality Coronet: 1. The Coronet will render an oath of fealty for Their lands at each Coronation of the Sovereign and Consort of An Tir. This Oath may be delivered by letter, but must be renewed in person at the first opportunity. 2. The duties, responsibilities, and privileges of the Coronet are detailed in Corpora. 3. Succession of the Coronet shall be conducted under the appropriate sections of Principality Law. 4. The Coronet shall provide a report on the state of Their Principality to the Crown of An Tir at the Crown's Coronation. Copies shall be sent to Their Principality Heirs and the appropriate Principality and Kingdom Seneschals.

ARTICLE III. OFFICERS OF COURT AND STATE Article III.A. All Officers shall:

1. Be paid members of the Society and have access to the Crier at their place of residence. 2. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age. 3. Execute the lawful commands of the Crown and abide by Kingdom law. 4. Carry out additional duties as are appropriate to their office and/or as directed by the Crown. 5. Agree to allow personal access information to be published in applicable newsletters and on appropriate websites. 6. Be reimbursed for reasonable travel expenses to attend required Crown events.

a) Reasonable travel expenses are defined as mileage paid at the current rate authorized by the US IRS to and from an event for one vehicle.

Article III.B. Officers of Court 1. Kingdom Champions are considered the Officers of the Royal Court.

a) Kingdom Champions are selected through competition, rather than by appointment. b) All Kingdom Champions’ terms of service shall be for a period of approximately one year until the next applicable Championship Tournament is held.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 8 c) If a Kingdom Champion should become an Heir to the Crown or Coronet, that champion shall surrender the Championship, and in all cases the Crown shall choose a suitable replacement. d) Kingdom Champions may not be Kingdom Great Officers. They may hold

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other offices and titles, provided that their Kingdom Office is not responsible for a Championship Tournament in which they are competing. All Kingdom Champions shall: a) Be in fealty to the Crown (or its acceptable alternative in accordance with Article VII.B.5). b) Support the Crown in war, and take the field at the Crown's commac) Maintain the ability to legally cross the U.S./Canadian intfor the duration of their term of service.

3. Attend all Crown events, unless receiving exemption from the Cegated to do so. 4. Speak or act in the Crown's name when del

5. Further the interests of their area of endeavor. 6. Have a place at the high table for the champion

Stand armed near the Crown at all events. 8. Bear and display the regalia of their position.

Crown events. a) Be exempt from site fees atb) Be exempt from site fees at the tournament to choose their successor.

cific Descriptions of Kingdom Champions: The Champion of An T(1) The tournament to choose the Champion of An Tir will be held the weekend of July CoronaChampion of An Tir.

The tournament format shall be acceptable to the Cgdom Earl Marshal. The Champion of An Tir shall:

rticle II.C(a) Become Regent in accordance with A(b) Act as Bearer of the Great Sword of State. (c) Attend meetings of the Curia at Crown events.

The Kingdom Champion of Rapier Comba(1) The tournament to choose the Champion of Rapier Combat will be held the weekend of Twelfth Night Cinstallation of the new Ra(2) The tournament format shall be acceptable to the Crown and the Provost Marshal for Rapier Combat. The Kingdom Protect(1) The tournament to choose the Kingdom Protector will be held the weekend of September Crown and shall Kingdom Protector. (2) The tournament shall be acceptable to the Crown and the Royal Archer. The Arts & Sciences Champio

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 9 (1) The tournament to choose the Arts & Sciences Champion will be held on the first weekend of March and shall end with the installation of the new

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Arts & Sciences Champ(2) The tournament shall be conducted in a format acceptable to the Crown and the Arts & Sciences Minister. The Bardic Champio(1) The tournament to choose the Bardic Champion will be held on the fourth weekend in September, andBardic Champion. (2) The tournament shall be conducted in a format acceptable to the Crown and the Kingdom Bardic Deputy. The Equestrian Champion: (1) The tournament to choose the Equestrian Champion will be held during September Crown when pshall end with the inst(2) The tournament shall be conducted in a format acceptable to the Crown and the Royal Equestrian.

icle III.C. Officers of State All Officers of State of An Tir are responsible for carrying out t

f the Kingdom of An Tir. All Officers of State shall: a) Report on a regular schedule in accordance with Article III.D. b) Provide copies of all reports to and correspondence with Corporate and

gdom superiors to the Crown and the Kingdom Seneschal upon request. Not be a branch officer in more than one b

hold a branch office and a Principality or Kingdom office at the same time. (1) Exceptions may be granted by the Crown and the relevant Kingdom officer in writing on a case-by-case basis.

d) Select and warrant a contingency deputy who meets the approval of the Crown within ninety (90)to take office in the case of an emergency. All pertinent contact information shall be provided to the Crown, the Kingdom Seneschal and the officer's immediate superior. e) Encourage andrequired duties to ensure the smooth functioning of the Realm. As part of this responsibility, each officer subordinates.

Have such deputies, assistants and subordinates, as arning of their office. low lawful direction from superiors.

(1) Directions may not be obeyed if they conflict with: (a) Written laws. (b) An order from the Crown (or if applicable, the Coronet).

(2) Such conflicts shall be reported immediately to the superior and, to the Crown (and if applicable, the Coronet).

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 10 h) Have the ability to create rules, regulations and policy relating to their

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nates or the populace with whom the officer must work.

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month prior to each Coronation. A copy of this report shall be sent to the Crown and the Kingdom Seneschal.

specific office. Any such rules, regulations and policies are subject to the approval of and modification by their superior officer and/or the Crown. Appointment and Removal: a) All officers, including administrative deputies not specifically named herein, serve at thb) All officers within the realm shall be appointed and warranted by means of a roster warrant which is signed by the Crow

iety Officer. Grounds for dismissal by the Crown and/or the officer's superior shall

lude, but not be limited to, the following: (1) The officer has demonstrated a substantial failure to perform the duties of the office after having been given notice of the nature of the failed duties and having been given a reasonable opportunity to correct said failures. (2) The effectiveness of the officer has been impaired to a degree due to personal reasons or a breakdown in the officer's ability to deal with the Crown, the officer's superior, the officer's deputies and subordi(3) The officer has willfully abused the office by using it to hinder or annoy others, or to advance some poffice. (4) The unacceptably long period of time. (5) The officer has demCrown. (6) The officer has demonstrated a failure to abide by Kingdom Law. gdom Officers of State: All Kingdom Officers of State shall: (1) Report to the Crown upon request, and provide copies of said

Kingdom Seneschal. Be reimbursed for reasonable office,

mail access expenses incurred in the performance of their office. (a) All expenses are subject to the limits of the officer’s budget and/or approval of the Financial Committee.

(3) The Great Officers of State in the Kingdom of An Tir shall be: Kingdom Seneschal, Black Lion Principal Hof Arts and Sciences, Chancellor of the Exchequer, Kingdom Chronicler,

gdom Constable, Kingdom Chirurgeon, Kingdom Chatelaine, Kingdom ister of Children, and Kingdom Scribe. All Great Officers of State shall: (a) Be appointed by the Crown with the concurrence of the corresponding Society officer, where one exixts. (b) Provide a written report on the state of their Offices to the Royal Heirs at least one

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scriptions of the Off cedence. Lesser Officers (or Deputies) are listed as

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Attend the four Crown events each year, and attend and report at ia meetings. (i) The Crowncircumstances. In such cases, a primary deputy must attend in the officer's stead. (ii) Fees for the four Crown events shall be waived during an officer’s term of serv

(d) Not hold any other Society or Kingdom office, without express approval by the Crown(e) Provide the contact information for their contingency deputy to The Crier for publication. (f) Be reimbursed for reasonable telephone expenses incurred in the performance of their offices.

(5) The Lesser Officers of State in the Kingdom of An Tir shall be: Kingdom Calendar, New and Incipient Branches Deputy, Waiver Secretary, Kingdom Events Deputy, Heavy Combat Marshal, Royal Archer, Provost Marshal for Rapier Combat, Warlord of An Tir, Minister of the Lists, Royal Equestrian, Minister of Water Bearers, Gamesmaster, Bardic Deputy, Minister of AccouCrier Editor, Kingdom Publications Editor, PreceptorPages, and Kingdom Pied Piper Appointment, Removal and Terms of Office: (1) Warrants for termtwo years and the expected end-of-term date shall appear with the officer listing in The Crier.

At the end of each Kingdom Officer's term, applications for thl be accepted from all willing candidates.

One term is the maximum all(i) A maximum of two one-year term extensions may be granted at the discretion of the Crown,

(b) Two terms is the maximuAn incumbent officer must reapply for the office if they wish to be considered for reappointment

(3) Notification of the opportunity to published in The Crier at least three months in advance of the upcoming end-of-term for each Officer of State. (4) Applications for a Kingdom office shall be made in writing to the Crown, with copies providedincumbent officer, the incumbent officer's Kingdom or Society superior, and the Kingdom Seneschal. (5) The Crown and Kingdom Seneschal shall review a new Kingdom Officer's performance in the office after the first six months.

c) Specific Duties of the Officers of State: Here follow the deicers of State, in order of pre

subsidiaries to the appropriate Greater Officer listing. The Kingdom Seneschal:

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 12 (a) The Kingdom Seneschal is the chief administrative officer of the Kinlega(b)

Corpora;

f State, Principalities, and Baronies.

e written reports to the Crown on a monthly basis; be and have

of the Exchequer. all appropriate Kingdom bank

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ality newsletters are official events as outlined in

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gdom. The Kingdom Seneschal shall also serve as the principal l representative of the Society within the Kingdom. The Kingdom Seneschal shall: (i) Assist the Crown in matters of Kingdom Law andadminister the local branches through local seneschals; receive copies of all reports to the Crown on the state of all other greater and lesser Offices o(ii) Coordinate the formal recognition of new branches by the Crown; hold regularly scheduled meetings of the Curia and of branch seneschals. (iii) Makresponsible for soliciting bids for all Crown events ultimate responsibility for planning and carrying out Kingdom level events. (iv) Serve as a member of the Council(v) Be an alternate signatory onaccounts.

uties of the Kingdom Seneschal: The Kingdom Calendar shall: (a) Maint(b) Ensure that all events advertised in Kingdom and PrincipCorpora. (c) Compile and maintain a current list of branch conflict areas.

The New and Incipient Branches Deputy shall: (a) Act asSeneschal regarding new branch applications. (b) Maintabranches. (c) Provide assistance and advice to the new and incipienbranches. (d) Monitor incipient branch progress and report regularly to the Kingdom Sen(e) Advise incipient branches of an applicable full status decision after approval by the Kingdom Seneschal. The Waiver Secretary shall(a) Ensure that all required waivers, rosters, and sign-in sheets for events are collected and safeeasily located as required. (b) Keep adult waivers on file for seven (7) years, and minor waivers for twenty (20) years. The Kingdom Events Deputy shall:

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 13 (a) Serve as a resource for event-related administration and

s and working with Crown and ure that required paperwork is filed

moderate the list.

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ief advisor in all heraldic matters.

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own and populace on matters of ceremony and

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education. (b) Aid in the education of autocrats and seneschals in the policies and procedures of the Calendar. (c) Facilitate the process of event submissions. (d) Oversee Crown and Kingdom events, participating in the kingdom event proposal procesKingdom autocrats to ensand that all laws and financials policies are being followed. (e) Maintain the An Tir Autocrat web site and autocrats email discussion

Black Lion Principal Herald: The Black Lion Principal Herald is the chief heraldic officer of the

e head of the An Tir College of Heralds. (b) The Black Lion Herald shall:

(i) Act as the Crown's ch(ii) Act as the Voice of the Crown in coordination with the Royal Herald.

(c) Facilitate the timely processing of registration of the arms, devices and badge(d) Make and maintain the Order of Precedence and update the AwarRoster for An Tir. (e) Advise the Crprotocol.

heraldry within the Kingdom. (f) Encourage the practice of(g) Be responsible for official announcements at Kingdom events.

Earl Marshal: The Earl Marshal is the chief martial officer of the Kingdom. The Earl Marsh(i) Represent the Crown in the Crown's absence, supervising the fighting on a field of honor. (ii) Interpret and maintaithe Kingdom. (iii) Facilitate the education of the popu

encouraging authentic, safe, fair and chivalric combat to the atest extent possible. uties of the Earl Marshal: The Heavy Combat Marshal shall: (a) Encourage the development of period heavy weapons combat. (b) Maintain, publish and(i) Rules for heavy weapons combat. (ii) Equipment and safety standardscombat.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 14 (ii)

development of period archery.

ds for archery and period

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The Royal Archer shall: (a) Encourage the(b) Maintain, publish, and enforce: (iii) Rules for archery and period missile weapons. (iv) Equipment and safety standarmissile weapons. The Provost Marshal for Rapier Combat shall: (a) Encourage the developmen(b) Maintain, publish and enforce: (v) Rules for(vi) Equipment and safety standards for period rapier combat. The Warlord of An Tir shall: (a) Be appointed by the incoming Crown at TwelCoronation. (b) Have a term of office of one (1) year, renewable at the of the Crown. (c) Develop and coordinate the (d) Act as advisor to the Crown in all matters of war. (e) Work with the Earl Marshal to establish Rules of War. (f) Maintain the An Tir War College. The Minister of the Lists shall: (a) Maintain a listing of all author(b) Organize and coordinate lists as directed by the Crown. (c) Work in cooperation with the College of Heralds and the marshallate to maintain fighter authorizations in all martial fields. The Royal Equestrian shall: (a) Encourage the research into and development of period animal activities including equestrian, canin(b) Maintain, publish and enforce rules governing the use of animals at events. (c) Establish and maintain an authorizaand equestrian marshals.

(vii) The Minister of the Water Bearers shall: (a) Establish guidelines and coordinate thbearers at all Kingdom and local even

Minister of Arts and Sciences: The Minister of Arts and Sciences is the chief artistic and scientific cer of the Kingdom. The Minister of Arts and Sciences shall: (i) Encourage the research and developm accurate period art forms, technologies, and phi

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stance of the Kingdom Bardic Champion. other entertainers, serving

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(a) er is the chief financial officer of the Kin(b) Exchequer shall:

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Organize the Kingdom Arts and Sciences Tournament, with the istance of the current Arts and Scie

(iii) Serve on the Royal Regaliuties of the Minister of Arts and Sciences: The Gamesmaster shall: (a) Research, instruct, and encourage the prarts, period games and pastimes.

The Bardic Deputy shall: (a) Administrate the bardic(b) Organize the Kingdom Bardic Championship, with the assi(c) Maintain a registry of bards and as liaison between performers and those seeking

Chancellor of the Exchequer: The Chancellor of the Exchequgdom. The Chancellor of the(i) Maintain the Kingdom's financial records. (ii) Receive and verify the accuracy of exchequers and other entities. (iii) Compile and submit a doomsday report to the Society as dictated by Corpora. (iv) Serve as a member of the Council of the Exchequer. (v) Advise the Crown on matters of finance. (vi) Oversee the procedures of branch

Provide counsel to anyone needing advice on financial tters relatingi) Relate and enforce Kingdom and Sociuties of the Chancellor of the Exchequer: The Minister of Accounts shall: (a) Assist the Chancellor of the Exof reports. (b) Coordi(c) Enforce the Kingdom Finan(d) Act as the principal administrative and contto the Chancellor of the Exchequer. (e) Serve as alternate signatory on appropriate Kingdom bank accounts.

The Royal Chamberlain shall: (a) Maintain and inventory the Royal Regalia. (vii) A completed inventory form shall be signed by the Royal Chamberlain, the Crown and the Royal Heirs at each Coronation event.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 16 (b) Maintain insurance on regalia items. (c) Maintain a secured storage facility for regalia not currently

y the Crown. the repair or replacement of existing regalia

in a storage facility for infrequently used and retired

(6) The(a) keeper for the Kinwit(b)

ation through d e-mail.

he results of research by any sub(iii) meetings, and distribute minutes to

mely fashion. (c) Dep

(i) nd make this history

(ii)and

n an acceptable time

tter stipends. (iii)

revisions to said documents

o modern laws and Society Governing

m Law.

being used. (d) Order and maintain a sufficient supply of medallions and other tokens given b(e) Solicit bids foritems, or the creation of new ones. (f) Serve on the Royal Regalia Commission. (g) Maintaitems of regalia.

Kingdom Chronicler: The Kingdom Chronicler is the chief recordgdom, and is ultimately responsible for all official publications hin the realm. The Kingdom Chronicler shall: (i) Maintain and oversee official communicelectronic media, such as web pages an(ii) Encourage the publication of t

ject of the Crown. Keep the minutes at Curia

Kingdom Officers and Royalty in a tiuties of the Kingdom Chronicler: The Grete Boke shall: (a) Maintain the history of An Tir aavailable to the populace.

The Crier Editor-In-Chief shall: (a) Accept submissions for, compile, collate, publish distribute the Kingdom newsletter, withiframe, and in accordance with Corpora. (b) Publish official announcements of the Crown. (c) Publish changes to Kingdom Law. (d) Manage all Kingdom and Society newsle The Kingdom Publications Deputy shall: (a) Maintain all official Kingdom documents both in print and online. Official Kingdom documents are defined as all documents originating from a Kingdom Officer in accordance with their office as specified in Article I.F. (b) Coordinate with Kingdom Officers concerning official Kingdom documents andoriginating from their office. (c) Verify compliance tDocuments for all official Kingdom documents. (d) Produce printed editions for all documents as needed and/orrequired by Kingdo

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 17 (e) Keep the Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir updated as directed by the Crown. (f) Provide each Royal Heir and Consort with a current copy of the Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir before Their Coronation.

(7) The(a) f the Kingdom. (b)

with the Kingdom Seneschal to ensure the

curity at events.

(8) The(a) rgeon is the chief first-aid officer of the Kin(b)

urgeonate in providing voluntary first-aid at

ent combat. edures for notifying attendees of

(9) The(a) Kin(b)

urrent Middle

members. vorably.

(10) T(a) ter of Children is the chief officer in charge of encpar(b)

t branches in developing activities specifically for

issues affecting chi(iii)An

Kingdom Constable: The Kingdom Constable is the chief safety officer oThe Kingdom Constable shall: (i) Work in partnershipsafety and security of the Kingdom. (ii) Administer the constabulary. (iii) Promote general safety and se(iv) Work with modern legal authorities as needed. Kingdom Chirurgeon: The Kingdom Chirugdom. The Kingdom Chirurgeon shall: (i) Administer the chirofficial Society events and activities including, but not limited to, tournam(ii) Develop and maintain prochealth and safety concerns at Society events. Kingdom Chatelaine: The Kingdom Chatelaine is the chief welcome officer of the gdom. The Kingdom Chatelaine shall: (i) Introduce new and prospective members to appropriate branches and current members. (ii) Provide education on the conventions of the CAges and the Kingdom. (iii) Encourage active participation and period behaviors. (iv) Coordinate with Gold Key, a deputy to the Chatelaine, to make period clothing accessible to new(v) Represent the Society accurately and fahe Kingdom Minister of Children: The Kingdom Minisouraging opportunities for entertainment and education of SCA ticipants under the age of 18. The Kingdom Minister of Children shall: (i) Assischildren and teens. (ii) Serve as an information officer for safety

ldren and teens at events. Promote the ideals of service and chivalry among the youth of

Tir.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 18 (c) Dep

(i) l:

enteen on age-appropriate f study and of the Society.

ildren

interested

(ii)

en under twelve on age-appropriate aspects study and of the Society. and coordinate activities for children

(11) T(a)

e, that all charters lls for the reign they are serving are completed.

galia needs

impressions of the Great Seal and n as needed.

Article

y, June.

2. supJan

uties of the Minister of Children: The Preceptor of the College of Pages shal(a) Promote the welfare of all children at Society events. (b) Educate children twelve to sevaspects of our historical period o(c) Establish guidelines and coordinate activities for chtwelve to seventeen at Kingdom events. (d) Share information on children’s activities withpersons.

The Kingdom Pied Piper shall: (a) Promote the welfare of all children at Society events. (b) Educate childrof our historical period of(c) Establish guidelines under twelve at Society events. (d) Share information on children's activities with interested persons.

he Kingdom Scribe: The Kingdom Scribe shall: (i) Serve as the administrative head of the College of Scribes. (ii) Maintain the Great Seal of State and the Signet Rings of the Crown of An Tir, surrendering these items to the Crown in time of need and upon occasions of State. (iii) Maintain and administer the Backlog Scroll Roster for the Kingdom and coordinate with the scribes of An Tir to ensure the timely completion of the scrolls from the roster. (iv) Ensure, through coordination with Black Lion Principal Herald, the accuracy and suitability of original scrolls containing heraldry. (v) Ensure, in cooperation with the Royal Scriband scro(vi) Report to the Kingdom Exchequer when award rereplenishing. (vii) Maintain a supply ofSignet, furnishing these to the Crow

III.D. Reporting: 1. The calendar year is divided into the following reporting quarters:

a) First Quarter = January, February, March. b) Second Quarter = April, Mac) Third Quarter = July, August, September. d) Fourth Quarter = October, November, December. All branch officers are to report on the previous quarter to their Principality erior or designated reporting deputy by the fifteenth of the following months: uary, April, July, and October.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 19 a) If there is no Principality or designated reporting officer to report to, an officer must report directly to their Kingdom superior. b) A copy of each report shall be provided to the branch seneschal, and the Baron and Baroness or Royal Patron of the branch. c) A Kingdom Officer may specify a different reporting schedule than that listed above for officers under their direction.

pality officers and reporting deputies are to report on the previous quarter to their Kingdom superiors by the f the following months: February, May, August, and November. In the case of Principality officers, copies must be sent to the Coronet and Principality Seneschal.

eir corresponding y, April, July, and

ARTI S AND ORDERS Art ce in the Kingdom of An Tir:

.

hivalry, Laurel and Pelican. e e de Lion, Goutte de Sang, Gray Goose

Award of Arms.

ers awarded by other Kin

d) A Kingdom Officer can require greater reporting frequency from any officer within their purview if the needs of the office dictate.

3. Princiirst of

4. Kingdom Lesser Officers report on the previous quarter to thGreater Officers by the fifteenth of the following months: JanuarOctober.

CLE IV. PRECEDENCE, AWARDicle IV.A. The Order of Preceden

1. Sovereign and Consort. 2. Royal Heir and Consort3. Principality Coronet. 4. Heirs to Territorial Principalities. 5. The Champion of An Tir.

6. Holders of the Lion of An Tir. Duke7. s and Duchesses.

8. Counts and Countesses 9. Viscounts and Viscountesses.10. Territorial Barons and Baronesses. 11. Other Kingdom Champions. 12. Members of the Orders of the C13. Memb rs of the Orders of the JambShaft, White Scarf and Hasta Leonis. 14. Holders of a Grant of Arms. 15. Former Founding and Landed Barons and Baronesses. 16. Barons and Baronesses of the Court. 17. Holders of an

Article IV.B. Awards of Other Kingdoms: 1. The Kingdom of An Tir recognizes the Arms and Ord

gdoms of the Society.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 20 2. Pre ad received the equivalent aw

Article IV1. The Crown.

administrative responsibilities to bring forward

ay bestow awards.

recognition and other tokens. 2. Thehonors ingdom. 3.

on of the Crown, may bestow

hall request permission at the commencement of each

b) reco s of Their Principality.

An Tir grants the Principality Coronets the privilege of offethose who h

4. Armigea) Arm

(1) Kin

b) Lett(1) Tir

(b) grewitcus(c) tim the right to bear arms by letters patent, with the

Viscount or Viscountess (or the equivalent). This bestowed by the succeeding Coronet.

Armigers permanently moving to An Tir will be placed in the An Tir Order of cedence by the College of Heralds as though they hard in An Tir.

.C. Awards and Orders of An Tir: power to bestow all awards flows from the

a) Any subject may make recommendations to the Crown regarding any level of award. b) It is the duty of those withthe names of individuals deserving of recognition. c) No branch or other entity below Baronial level m

(1) Shires and other branch entities below Baronial level may give scrolls of praise and An Tir Handbook contains the complete histories and descriptions of all the of the K

Awards within Principalities: a) The Principality Coronets, with the permissiAwards of Arms to subjects of Their Principality.

(1) The names of the Crown shall be incorporated into the text of the scroll or charter. (2) The Coronet sreign. The Principality Coronet shall create such awards as are needed for the gnition of the subject

c) The Crown of ring a Patent of Arms by recognizing the attainment of Viscounty rank by

ave met the requirements as outlined in Corpora. rous Awards: igerous awards bestow the recipient the right to bear arms. Armigerous awards determine ranking in the order of Precedence in the gdom of An Tir. ers Patent: Royal Peers - The following shall be known as the Royal Peers of An

: (a) Those who have reigned as Sovereign or Consort one time may be offered the right to bear arms by letters patent, with the rank and title of Count or Countess (or the equivalent). This awarding is customarily bestowed by the succeeding Crown.

Those who have reigned as Sovereign or Consort for a second (or ater) time may be offered the right to bear arms by letters patent, h the rank of Duke or Duchess (or the equivalent). This awarding is tomarily bestowed by the succeeding Crown. Those who have reigned as Coronet or Consort any number of

es may be offered rank and title of awarding is customarily

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 21 (i) All those of Ducal rank (Duke or Duchess or their equivalents) may create for themselves a Ducal retinue (personal herald, guard, ladies in waiting, etc.), which will be recognized by the Crown and may hold Ducal Audiences or Courts. They may not grant any

may give tokens and scrolls of praise and

(2) No(a) secbeaPee(b)

onsidered equal in rank and honor, within the auspices of

alry and courtesy, and should be

ive

uals who meet the general criteria for the peerage and who have

and who have demequ commonly found among existing members of the order. (e) Me lry (Knighthood or Mastery-at-Arms) the general criteria for

at least equal to the level existing members of the order.

following:

c) Oth(1) of A

awards, but theyrecognition.

n-royal Peers: The award of membership in any of the Orders described in this

tion elevates the recipient to the Peerage and confers the right to r arms by letters patent. Corpora has detailed criteria on the rages. All Peers shall: (i) Be ctheir letters patent. (ii) Be exemplars of chivacquainted with a wide range of the arts and skills valued in the Society for Creative Anachronism. (iii) Have the right and responsibility to advise the Crown and the Royal Heirs regarding selection of members for their respectorders. (iv) No member of a Peerage may be excluded from a conclave convened for this purpose.

(c) Membership in the Order of the Pelican may be offered to individprovided great and long-sustained service to the Kingdom at least equal to the level commonly found among existing members of the order. (d) Membership in the Order of the Laurel may be offered to individuals who meet the general criteria for the peerage

onstrated great skill in one or more of the arts and sciences at least al to the level

mbership in the Order of Chivamay be offered to individuals who meet

isplayed skill at armspeerage and who have dcommonly found among

(i) Prospective members accepted by the Crown may choose from the

(a) Knighthood, if they are willing to place themselves in fealty to the Crown of An Tir. (b) Mastery-at-Arms, if they are not.

er Armigerous Awards: Membership in the following orders confers upon the member a Grant rms: (a) Goutte de Sang (Drop of Blood) may be offered to those especially deserving of honor for substantial service to the Kingdom.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 22 (b) Jambe de Lion (Arm of the Lion) may be offered to those especially deserving of honor for skill in the arts and sciences and

e Crown on the advice of the

of the Lion) may be offered for excellence and ce of the art of war.

of Arms.

5. right to bear arms.

recedence. of An Tir is given with the recommendation of the

pregiv of An Tir andleve

e highest honor a r

e)

this order are charged with encouraging chivalric and

the person who finishes

n by the Sovereign upon an individual's

ding the throne during their

sort upon an individual's

dividual's completion of a term as Kingdom Protector.

willingness to share their skill with others. (c) Gray Goose Shaft may be offered on the advice of the members of the order, for excellence in archery. (d) The White Scarf may be offered by thmembers of the order, for skill in rapier combat. (e) Hasta Leonis (Spearchivalry in the pursuit and practi

(2) The following awards confer upon the recipient an Award(a) A Court Baronetcy Baroness may be offered by the Crown for outstanding efforts to the Kingdom. The titles of Court Baron and Court Baroness carry an Award of Arms. (b) An Award of Arms may be offered to individuals or groups at the pleasure of the Crown.

Non-Armigerous Awards and Honors: a) Non-armigerous awards do not confer the b) With the exception of the Honor of the Lion of An Tir, non-armigerous awards have no bearing on an individual’s standing in the order of Pc) The Honor of the Lion

vious recipients and may be bestowed once per reign by the Crown. It is en to honor those who emulate the ideals and embody the essence the Laurel Kingdoms. The Crown shall only present this award at Kingdom l events at which the recipient is present.

d) A Unique Augmentation of Arms is considered thpe son can be given for sustained service to Crown and Kingdom.

The Order of the Rose: (1) Membership to this order is offered by the reigning Consort to those who have completed serving a term as Consort to the Sovereign. (2) Members of this order are charged with encouraging chivalric and courteous behavior among all members of the Society.

f) The Order of the Lords and Ladies of Valorous Estate: (1) Membership to this order is offered by the reigning Coronet Consort to those who have completed serving a term as a Principality Consort. (2) Members of courteous behavior among all members of the Society.

g) The Silver Rose is given by the Royal Consort tosecond in the Crown Lists. h) The Lion's Sword is givecompletion of a term as Champion of An Tir, either by holding the position until the next Champion's Tournament or by ascentenure as champion. i) The Lion's Rapier is given by the Royal Concompletion of a term as Champion of Rapier Combat. j) The Lion's Arrow is given by the Crown upon an in

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 23 k) The Lion's Heart is given by the Crown upon an individual's completion of a term as Kingdom Arts & Sciences Champion. l) The Troubadour of the Lion is given by the Crown upon an individual's

Lion. is given by the Crown upon an individual’s

rue courage and bravery in the face of personal

to children who have

ose and of the Lords and Ladies of Valorous Estate for

Arts and Sciences for excellence in and service to the arts and

cific excellent and/or

e Crown upon recommendation of the

t for ferocity on the field during the Crown Lists. nt for valor

ield of

King's Favor is a token of personal favor given by the King.

Art

e in their correspondence and on their signs and banners the phrases: yal t" and "type of artisan to (or of) Kings (or Queens, or the

completion of a term as Kingdom Bardic Champion. m) The Cheval etcompletion of a term as Kingdom Equestrian Champion. n) The Iron Chain is given by the Crown upon the recommendation of the previous recipients for deeds of tand real danger. o) The Honor of the Lion's Cub is given by the Crown shown noble merit. p) The Belated Rose is given by the Royal Consort on the recommendation of the Orders of the Rcourteous and courtly behavior. q) The Honor of the Carp is given by the Royal Consort for excellence in period dress, thought, speech, behavior and encampment. r) The Mano d'Oro may be given by the Crown on the recommendation of the Minister of sciences of An Tir. s) The Sable Chime is bestowed by the Crown for a speinspirational performance, or continuing performance throughout the Kingdom. t) The Sable Scrivener is given by thKingdom Scribe for excellent service to An Tir by a member of the scribal community. u) The Muckin' Tall Maul is given upon recommendation of the previous recipienv) The Old Shattered Shield is presented by the previous recipieand authentic death in the Crown Lists. w) The Lion's Torse is given by the Sovereign for armor worn on the field that is period, functional and aesthetically pleasing. x) The Fury of the Lion is given for ferocity and chivalry on the fbattle. y) The Ordo Equis is given for Excellence in the Equestrian arts. z) The Throne's Favor is given by the Crown to a subject or group for a significant contribution to the Kingdom through conspicuous service. aa) Thebb) The Forget-me-not is a token of personal favor given by the Queen

icle IV.D. Royal Commissions: 1. The Crown may grant unto any artisan a Royal commission carrying with it the right to includ"By Ro AppointmenCrown)."2. Upon the commencement of each new reign, any artisan holding a Royal commission shall offer it up to the new Crown. It shall be the prerogative of each new Crown to determine whether or not the artisan shall continue to hold the Royal commission.


ARTICArt

1. wit

st one event per calendar year on the Kingdom cal ring in The Crier. 4. er conflict issues are resolved. 5. impact on the Kingdom ma had copy published in The Crier. This inc

nd titles.

, that branches donate ten percent

on which an event is to be held, or their may not autocrat said event.

9. he use of property or land must clearly state a set pric roperty or land. This price can be structured either as the event as a whole.

Article V. om Events: 1. Cro

:

nation. nt.

ents shall: ays in duration.

the prior written consent of

LE V. EVENTS icle V.A. Events in An Tir:

All events must be sponsored by a full-status branch of the Kingdom, registered h the seneschal of the sponsoring branch, publicized to the membership of that nch and conducted according to Society rules and Kingdom law. bra

2. All events must be registered with the Kingdom Calendar by using the most current Event Information Form.

a) Event Information Forms (EIFs), barring unforeseen and unusual circumstances, should be in the hands of the Kingdom (or Principality) Calendar no less than three (3) months before an event is to take place.

3. All branches shall place at leaendar with complete copy appeaDates for events shall be assigned aftFormal actions and announcements with long-term

y only occur at events which have lude: a) Crown and Coronet Lists. b) Coronations and Investitures, c) Appointment Principality and Kingdom officers. d) Presentation of awards ae) Proclamations of law. f) Establishment or advancement of branches.

6. It is traditionally encouraged, but not requiredof the profits of their events to a specific Kingdom fund of their choice, with the general fund being the default. 7. All event autocrats must be SCA members. 8. Owners (in whole or part) of propertyimmediate families,

Contracts with land owners for te for payment of the use of the p an amount per attendee, or as a price for

B. Crown and Kingdwn events:

a) The Crown events shall be(1) Twelfth Night Coronation (2) May Crown Tournament. (3) July Coro(4) September Crown Tourname

b) The Crown ev(1) Be a minimum of two full d(2) Not conflict with a Crown event without the Crown. (3) All host a meeting of Curia.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 25 2. Kin

nt. 3. clos

eekend of January. e first weekend of March.

first

ran's Day/Remembrance Day weekend (The

Kingdom Seneschal, the Crown and the Kingdom Events Deputy shall detesub

shall be published by or as soon after Twelfth Night as

5. eve

a) con

6. Evea) the

or Kingdom event have been sent to the Kingdom Exchequer

ter thirty (30)

gdom events: a) The Kingdom events shall be:

(1) Kingdom Arts & Sciences Championship. (2) An Tir/West War. (3) Kingdom Bardic Championships. (4) Crown Councils.

b) No other event may conflict with a Kingdom event within the Region or Principality where the Kingdom event is being held. c) No Principality event may conflict with a Kingdom eveThe Crown and Kingdom events will be held on the most practical weekends est to these dates: a) Twelfth Night Coronation – the second wb) Kingdom Arts & Sciences Championship – thc) Spring Crown Council – as proclaimed by the Crown. d) May Crown Tournament – Canadian Victoria Day weekend (the Monday before May 25th). e) An Tir / West War – July 4th weekend. f) July Coronation – the third wee kend of July. g) September Crown Tournament – Labor Day weekend (the first Monday of September) h) Kingdom Bardic Championship – the fourth weekend in September. i) Fall Crown Council – Veteweekend closest to November 11)

4. Thermine the location of the Crown and Kingdom events through bids from

ordinate branches. a) Actual dates possible for the upcoming year. Any Society branch within An Tir may bid on any An Tir Crown or Kingdom nt.

Seasonal changes in weather and travel conditions shall be valid siderations in reviewing all bids. nt Finances: All final reports and receipts for Crown or Kingdom events must be sent to

Kingdom Exchequer and within sixty (60) days of the close of the event. (1) If all final reports, receipts and seventy-five percent of any profit made on a Crown within thirty (30) days of the event, the remaining twenty-five percent may be kept by the host group. (2) If the final reports, receipts and funds are returned afdays, then only ten percent of the profit may be retained by the hosting group, and the remaining ninety percent is to be sent to the Kingdom Exchequer.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 26 (3 If it is the wish of th) e host group, they may donate some portion of

b) Due to obligations set forth in these laws, Royalty, the Champions of An Tir, and the Greater Kingdom Officers are exempt from paying site fees at all Events within the borders of An Tir.

. estitures shall have appropriate copy placed in the

ty newsletters. See appropriate Principality law.

ARTICLE V DINATE GROUPS Article VI

1. All branch newsletter to the Crown,

Royhall also provide a complimentary copy to the Kingdom

(2) y copies also be sent to the Grete Bok al.

b) Est(1) d to purchase the resources specifically me(2) of:

(b) cified in Article I.F

dbook.

A roster from the College of Heralds. 2. Prin

a) tatus of a

ther requirements as defined by the Crown and officers of

ght of a Coronet and Consort, as vassals of the Crown of d by combat according to the practices laid out in

their share to the Kingdom. (4) Reports shall be copied to the Kingdom Events Deputy.

Article V.C Coronet Events: 1. Coronet Tournaments and InvKingdom and Principali

I. SUBOR.A. Branches of An Tir: branches shall:

a) Provide a complimentary copy of theiral Heirs, Kingdom Seneschal, and Kingdom Chronicler. (1) Principalities sCalendar.

It is encouraged that complimentare and the local regional or Principality Senesch

ablish and maintain a branch library. Branch funds may be use

ntioned above. t copies The library shall contain curren

(a) The Known World Handbook. The SCA, Inc. Organizational Handbook.

Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir, as spe(c) The(d) The An Tir Han(e) The An Tir Seneschal's Handbook. (f) Recommended resources:

(i) Handbooks and manuals for all offices. (ii)

cipalities: Principalities shall: (1) Meet all requirements as laid out in Corpora for the sTerritorial Principality. (2) Meet such oAn Tir. (3) Enjoy the riAn Tir, selectePrincipality law.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 27 b) Great Officers shall be:

es officer.

c) Wa ipality officers are signed by the Coronet and the appropr officer, subject to the approval of the Crown and the Kingdo

3. Baroniea) Bar

(1) m number of members as defined in Corpora. ich include:

b) ill their duties as outlined in Corpora.

urage those virtues in their populace. rony in the Crown’s

awards specific to the

The Principality (1) Seneschal. (2) Herald. (3) Exchequer. (4) Chronicler. (5) Arts & Scienc(6) Marshal. (7) Constable. (8) Chatelaine. (9) Others may be added as the Coronet sees fit.

rrants for Princiate Kingdomm Seneschal. s: onies shall: Have the minimu

(2) A set of warrantable officers acceptable to the Crown, wh(a) Seneschal. (b) Herald. (c) Marshal. (d) Arts and Sciences Officer. (e) Chatelaine. (f) Exchequer.

(3) A name and device registered with the College of Arms. (4) At least one person to accept the title of Baron or Baroness as appropriate to their gender. (5) place at least one event per calendar year on the Kingdom calendar, with complete event copy appearing in The Crier. The Territorial Baron and Baroness shall: (1) Fulf(2) Execute the lawful commands of the Crown and abide by Kingdom law. (3) Be, for the people of the Barony, the chief examples of chivalry, courtesy, and virtue; and enco(4) Represent the Crown to the people of the Baabsence. (5) Represent the Barony to the Crown and at meetings of the Noble Estate. (6) Have the prerogative to establish and make Barony to acknowledge skill, service and other merits. (7) Bestow and administer the rank of Sergeant-at-Arms (or its equivalent) for their Barony.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 28 (8) (9) (10)wh(11)(12)pla(13)

Principalities: At least one month prior to Coronet

Barony to the Coronet Heirs. A copy of this report

on, the Baron and/or Baroness shall give a written report on to the Royal Heirs. A copy of this report shall

c)

d) (1) and(2) also(3)

The Crier prior to

yal

(5) conducted nominees shall present themselves befinte chosen as Baron and/or Baroness.

n of polling forms.

Receive copies of reports from baronial officers. Support the officers of the Barony. Provide input on replacements to the Crown and Kingdom officers

en such need arises. Approve all expenditures of Baronial funds. Maintain membership in the Society and receive The Crier at their

ce of residence. Give written reports on the state of their Barony. (a) Baronies withininvestiture, each Baron and/or Baroness shall give a written report on the state of their shall be given to the Crown, the Royal Heirs, the Coronet, and the Kingdom and Principality seneschals. (b) Baronies outside of Principalities: At least one month prior to each Coronatithe state of their Baronybe given to the Crown and the Kingdom Seneschal.

Baronial Term Limits: (1) Landed Barons and Baronesses shall be limited to two consecutive terms of three years. (2) An opinion poll shall be performed at least every three years to evaluate the relationship between the Baronial Coronets and their populace. This poll shall be similar to the selection polling but without the addition of candidates. Baronial Selection Polling:

The Crown or a representative chosen by the Crown shall be present responsible for the polling of the populace. The Kingdom Seneschal or a representative thereof shall be present . Neither of the persons conducting the polling shall be residents of the ony. Bar

(4) The scheduling of the baronial polling is subject to approval of the Crown.

(a) The polling should be completed within 90 days of the official announcement at a baronial meeting. (b) Notification of the polling must be published inthe polling. (c) Ideally, the process should begin an d end within a single Roreign. Before the polling is

ore the Crown and populace for the purpose of discussing their ntions should they be

(6) A baronial officer should serve as fair witness to the distribution and collectio(7) An official standardized polling form shall be used.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 29 (8) Polling forms will be distributed only to:

(a) SCA members residing within the Barony’s zip code range.

Sergeants, Courtiers, Gallants, Yeomen and Lancers who

itted in writing via email, postal mail or in

s of the polling shall be delivered directly to the Crown for ion.

BarArticle VI.B. he Kingdom:

1. All branche

er.

) If there are no martial activities in the branch, the third officer may

st one event per calendar year on the Kingdom calendar, with

2. a)

3. Cana)

4. Col hes which shall report to the local branch with which

they5. Roy

a) dire the Crown, as Royal Patrons.

pon the request of the branch,

Crown. b)

(b) Baronial officers. (c) Baronialare SCA members.

(9) Other input may be submperson. (10) The result

tTheir considera(11) The final decision and appointment of the new Baron and/or

oness rests solely with the Crown. Other Branches and Divisions of t

s shall: a) Meet all applicable requirements as defined in Corpora. b) Have a warrantable:

(1) Seneschal. (2) Exchequ(3) Marshal.

(abe either:

fficer. (i) Arts & Sciences O(ii) Herald.

c) Have a majority of officers residing within the territorial area of the branch. d) Place at leacomplete event copy appearing in The Crier. Shires:

Are independent local branches within a Principality or Kingdom. tons: Are under the jurisdiction of a Barony, and shall report to said Barony. leges, Ports, and Strongholds:

a) Are institutional branc coexist, or otherwise to the Kingdom or Principality Seneschal. al Patrons: Royal Peers are encouraged at act as advisors to branches who do not have ct access to the Landed Nobility or(1) Royal Patrons may perform this service uand the consent of the Crown. (2) This relationship may be terminated at any time by the branch, the Royal Patron or theRoyal Patrons shall: (1) Be in fealty to the Crown (or its acceptable alternative in accordance with Article VII.B.5).

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 30 (2) Hold court as Patron, but only within, or at events sponsored by, the

are Patron.

the state of the Branch one month

oble Estate and in all ways

ute awards as designated by the Crown. 6. Oth

a) grant

rking toward Principality

hall assume the Coronet of a Crown Principality. sultation with the Kingdom Seneschal, may revoke

branches, which are grouped

fice by its Kingdom officer as needed.

intain separate funds or

Article

a petition to the Kingdom Seneschal.

eputy. d that a branch making such application be well above

sufficient time for the approval process when selecting the event at

2. eneschal shall then: a) quested status. b) ard of Directo

3. Upon ain open cou

branch for which they (3) Raise war bands from within the branch. (4) Receive copies of reports from branch officers. (5) Report to the Crown and Heirs onbefore Coronation (6) Act as an advocate for the Branch. (7) Represent the branch in meetings of the Nact in the best interest of the branch. (8) Distriber Divisions of the Kingdom: Crown Principalities: (1) The Crown, in consultation with the Kingdom Seneschal, mayrecognition of a branch or group of branches wostatus the name ‘Crown Principality.’ (2) The Crown s(3) The Crown, in conthe right to use the term ‘Crown Principality.’ (4) Principality status is defined in and regulated by Corpora.

b) Regions: (1) Are a group of geographically contiguoustogether for ease of Kingdom administration. (2) May be defined for an of(3) Are not official branches in their own right. (4) May not have champions; sponsor events; or mabank accounts.

VI.C. Change of Status: 1. To be considered for a change of status, a branch shall:

a) Meet the requirements of the requested status required by Corpora andKingdom law. b) Present

(1) Copies of said petition shall be provided to the Crown and the New and Incipient Branches D(2) It is recommendethe minimum requirements for its requested status.

c) Allowwhich its status shall become official. Upon receipt of the petition, the Kingdom S

Assure that all requirements are met by the branch for its reMake a recommendation to the Crown, and if necessary, to the Bo

rs. pproval, the members of the branch shall present a calligraphed petition rt to the Crown.


Article VIe granted official status by

the 2.

3. If tha) b) ting.

d Incipient Branched , growth, activity levels, and compliance with requirements.

ion, the branch may be recommended to the Crown and for approval of official status or continued incb) icial status after three years of inc ory will revert to its original

ing well but cannot yet satisfy all requirements, through no fault of the

Article VI.E. ttees, Guilds and Other Entities: 1. No

a)

at the Crown may hear its

lly met at Crown events and at

ing the Kingdom Seneschal in choosing a of An Tir be unable to serve in that

mprised of at least two Royalty, four Royal Peers, and fou

2. The ttee for the Kingdom.

.D. New Branches: 1. New branches will be termed 'incipient' until they ar

Crown. To establish a new branch the group shall: a) Supply the Kingdom Seneschal with:

(1) Proof of five sustaining or international memberships, (2) The names and addressees of officers required by Kingdom law

(a) must reside within the territorial area of the branch (b) All of an incipient branch's officers will be expected to establish and maintain a working relationship with their superior officers.

(3) The tentative name of the group. is is satisfactory, the Kingdom Seneschal shall: Grant incipient status. Report this to the next Curia mee

4. Incipient branches will be evaluated yearly by the New anDeputy for stability

a) Based on the evaluat the Kingdom Seneschal ipient status. Branches which are unable to advance to off

ipient status will be dissolved and the territstatus.

(1) Exceptions will be granted to incipient branches that have been function

ir own (e.g. name approval). Kingdom Commi

ble Estate: The Noble Estate is: (1) The Royalty of An Tir. (2) The Royal Peers. (3) The Territorial Barons and Baronesses.

b) The Noble Estate shall: (1) Meet when requested by the Crown so thadvice.

(a) The Noble Estate has traditionaCrown Council.

(2) Be responsible for assistsuitable Regent should the Champion capacity.

c) The person highest in the order of Precedence presides at meetings. d) A quorum shall be co

r Territorial Barons or Baronesses. Council of the Exchequer is the financial commi

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 32 a)

ptable to the Crown. b) ncil of the Exchequer shall be req

member for a quorum, and a decision by considered the Crown's decision.

(2) (3) onsent by a majorityaut dividuals or that do not further the

ose.

the Kingdom.

y.

ns before the Investiture of the new Crown.

3. Thee shall be a Royal Regalia Commission, consisting of:

ible for approving additions to or disposal

ice of the Kingdom Arts

4. Gua) uilds (or their equivalents) exist in order to serve the Crown and Kinb) bee the Crown. c) has the Crown.

The Council of the Exchequer shall consist of: (1) The Crown. (2) The Royal Heirs (when applicable). (3) The Kingdom Seneschal. (4) The Chancellor of the Exchequer. (5) Designated representatives of the above as acceTwo thirds of the members of the Cou

uired for a quorum. (1) The Crown is considered oneeither shall be

The Royal Heirs are considered one member for a quorum. Actions by the Council of the Exchequer shall require c

of the votes of the quorum; however no expenditures shall be horized which benefit specific in

Society's non-profit purpc) The Council of the Exchequer shall:

(1) Set budgets for the operation of(2) Approve extraordinary expenditures.(3) Set An Tir Financial polic(4) Meet at:

(a) Crown Tournaments after the Royal Heirs have been chosen. (b) Coronatio(c) Other times as requested by the Crown, the Kingdom Seneschal or the Chancellor of the Exchequer.

Regalia Commission: a) Ther

(1) The Sovereign and Consort. (2) The Royal Heirs (when applicable). (3) The Royal Chamberlain. (4) The Kingdom Minister of Arts and Sciences.

b) The Commission shall be responsof Kingdom regalia.

(1) This commission is encouraged to seek the advand Sciences Champion, and members of the Ladies of the Rose and Valorous Estate on these matters.

ilds: Kingdom Ggdom by promoting some field of endeavor for the benefit of all. No group may call itself a Kingdom guild (or its equivalent) unless it has n recognized as such by No group or other entity may use the words 'An Tir' in its name unless it

been recognized by

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 33 d) No Crown e) In o the Crown as a full Kingdom guild, a group sha

ast five sustaining members from at least three different

oposal to the Crown and Kingdom Minister of Arts and

n of the Crown

own. (4) Report to the Kingdom Minister Arts & Sciences on the schedule set by that officer. (5) Follow procedures outlined in the An Tir Financial Policy when

e Grete Boke and the local branch

Crown has the authority to revoke the status of any guild or company

ARTICLEArticle f An Tir will have the right to pledge allegiance and support e subjects of An Tir have the right or requiremen . Article VI

1. All e Crown and sha

by Kingdom law. Crown and Kingdom.

n behalf of themselves and their vassals when

ree.

armed. splay the appropriate token of fealty.

ls and retainers of the Crown. armies under their banners in support of the Kingdom.

group may refer to itself as 'Royal' unless it exists primarily to serve the and has been recognized by the Crown. rder to be recognized by

ll: (1) Have at lebranches. (2) Submit a prSciences, delineating the purposes, structure, officers, activities, and limits of the proposed guild. (3) Go through an incipiency period of no less than one year, and no more than three years.

(a) Once the incipiency is completed to the satisfactioand the Kingdom Minister of Arts and Sciences, a charter shall be approved by the Cr

handling funds.(6) Provide a complimentary copy of any newsletter to the Crown, Royal Heirs, Kingdom Seneschal, and Kingdom Chronicler. It is encouraged that complimentary copies also be sent to thor Principality Seneschal.

f) Recognized guilds may have sub-units at the branch level. g) Thefor just cause at any time.

VII. FEALTY VII.A. All subjects o to the Crown of An Tir. Additionally som

t to pledge fealty directly to the CrownI.B. Direct Vassals of the Crown: those who have pledged direct fealty to the Crown are Vassals of thll:

a) Execute the lawful commands of the Crown and abideb) Be loyal to thec) Counsel the Crown oappropriate. d) Treat courteously those of every dege) Have the right to:

(1) Enter the Royal Presence (2) Wear and di(3) Display the armory of the vassa(4) Raise

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 34 2. The following shall pledge fealty directly to the Crown:

a) Royal Heirs. b) Kingdom Champions. c) Territorial Coronets. d) Greater Kingdom Officers of State.

3. The following shall pledge fealty directly to the Crown or through their appropriate Territorial Coronet:

a) Royal Patrons. b) Territorial Barons and Bar

have achieved the Honor of the Lion of to the Crown, or through a Coronet,

, or Royal Patron. 5. pledsub n's approval. This should be communicated to and ackapp for any position that requires an oath of fealty.

ARTICLE VArt

honor, and chivalric behavior at all

aws, customs, and traditions of An Tir.

ds for expulsion from an event, banishment, dismissal from

2. n event, ban3. auto

s. All pet owners are responsible for the

4.

permitted in designated areas with appropriate receptacles at ents.

onesses.c) Knights.

4. All Peers of the Realm and those who An Tir have the right to pledge fealty directlyTerritorial Baron and/or Baroness

For those who have religious conflicts with, or conscientious objection to, the ging of fealty to the Crown, a promise of service and obedience may be

stituted with the Crownowledged by the Crown prior to entering into any competition or making lication

III. CONDUCT icle VIII.A. Conduct of Persons in An Tir: 1. All subjects of An Tir shall:

a) Willingly maintain and increase the authenticity of their accoutrement, speech, and conduct, thus elevating the spirit that should be fostered in these Current Middle Ages.

y, consideration, b) Strive for courtestimes. c) Be familiar with, and abide by, the l

(1) Violation of these laws will result in the appropriate consequences, and may be grounoffice or other sanctions.

The violation of modern law will be grounds for expulsion from aishment, or arrest by civil authorities. The allowance for admission and control of pets shall be determined by the crat of an event. If no other determination is made, all animals shall be leashed

red at all timeor otherwise physically secucleanup and removal of their pet's waste.

Smoking: a) Is not permitted indoors at events. b) Is onlyoutdoor evc) Is not permitted in or near the eric or court.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 35 d) Is permitted in individual encampments and paved parking areas. e) Modern fire restrictions always apply.

ean up after themselves, leaving an area as clean

ust not be loaded, except as part of a segregated and

Art

pecific help that officer

t. Follow your correspondents' advice as to whether or not anyout6. gone through all the steps set forth abodec7. indto t

Article1. Socand

f) Smokers are expected to clor cleaner than they found it.

5. Controlled Substances: a) An Tir is intolerant of the illegal use or distribution of drugs and/or alcohol. b) Mundane law enforcement may be called to a site to deal with any unlawful activity.

6. Firearms: a) Non-period firearms are not allowed at any SCA event, except to those required or licensed by mundane law to bear such weapons. b) Period firearms mapproved target shooting competition.

icle VIII.B. Grievance Procedure: 1. Anyone having a personal dispute with any other person within the Kingdom shall settle the matter using the following procedure: 2. Speak to the person in private and face-to-face. Most disputes can be resolved on this level. If the dispute is still unresolved, write a letter to the person. State what the problem is, what you feel will fix the problem, and request that they respond to you within 10 to 14 days. Keep a copy of the letter. Respond to each other until you reach a resolution. 3. If the dispute remains unresolved, seek a neutral third party to act as mediator. The mediator will attempt to find a lawful compromise to the dispute, which is agreeable to both parties. 4. If the dispute continues, write directly to the officer responsible for overseeing the area in question asking them to help resolve the dispute. Ask for sand include copies of all correspondence about the problem. Work withuntil a resolution is found. 5. Repeat step 3 moving up the organization and including everyone previously involved on your copy lis

one else at or below their level needs to be consulted. Eventually, you may run of levels. If the dispute continues, and you haveve, you may appeal to the Crown. The Crown will find a resolution and Their ision may be appealed only to the SCA Board of Directors. The Grievance Procedure is intended to address personal disputes between

ividuals and not disputes on official matters. For further guidance, please refer he SCA Organizational Handbook. VIII.C. COURTS OF INQUIRY AND COURTS OF CHIVALRY

wayBy of Their duty to uphold and enforce the laws of the Realm and the iety, The Crown of An Tir hereby establishes a procedure for Courts of Inquiry Courts of Chivalry: a) These courts shall only consider infractions of the rules of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc., or any of its subdivisions, and then only when they occur within a Society context.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 36 b) Those who make false accusations that lead to the convening of a court may find themselves the subject of a Court and subject to appropriate sanction. c) No Court shall be held to consider individual behavior that falls within the jurisdiction of a civil or criminal court maintained by a modern world government. However, a given incident may have implications both in modern law and the rules of the Society. A Court which restricts itself solely to the

Society, attendance at the Court may be restricted.

t the grievance procedure has not produced a satisfactory solution. f) comSantheg) urts will provide conclusions and recommendations only. The detsoleof t

sed subject, the request should be

be notified of the assignment of the

s infractions that could result in Greater Royal m a peerage, or the sanction of a Prince or

ourt of Chivalry. i) rce the rules of the Society, has to remove an f individuals from an event, or denies their

t, must send a written report to the Kingdom Seneschal witCou investigate the matter. j) prin

investigation of violations of the Society’s rules may then be held. d) Ordinarily, attendance at a Court will be open to all subjects of the realm. However, where an alleged incident may be a violation of modern law, as well as the rules of thee) Personal disputes should continue to utilize the Grievance Procedure, outlined in Article VIII.B. If a personal grievance also involves an alleged violation of Society rules, then a Court may be requested to be convened, provided tha

Disputes or incidents of allegedly inappropriate behavior that involve bat-related activities should first be handled through the Grievances and ctions section of the An Tir Book of Combat. If the procedures outlined

re fail to produce a solution, a Court may be requested to be convened. These Co

ermination of verdict and the imposition of any sanctions or penalties rest ly with the Crown of An Tir. The only appeal is to the Board of Directors he SCA, Inc.

h) Requests to convene a Court shall be sent to the Kingdom Seneschal, who shall determine whether it should be assigned to a Court of Inquiry, a Court of Chivalry, or whether resolution should be pursued through a Grievance Procedure.

(1) If the Kingdom Seneschal is the proposent directly to the Crown, who shall determine the assignment of the case. In either case, the parties involved willcase, by registered mail, no later than two weeks after receipt of the request. (2) Investigations of seriouSanctions, degradation froPrincess, must be heard by a C

r to enfoAny officer who, in ordeindividual or group o

participation at an evenhin one week of the event, describing the situation and requesting that a rt be convened toTo ensure that the Courts have a fair representation of the facts, the cipals to the dispute have the right to: (1) Request from the Court an advocate to advise and represent them who is knowledgeable about the rules of the SCA, Inc., is a Peer of the Realm, and is acceptable to them. (2) Present their case(s). (3) Cross-examine witnesses. (4) Introduce evidence.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 37 k)

oble(s) may be

. Such

tions for sanctions, if any, to weeks of the conclusion of the Court. Copies shall be

commend that the case be reassigned could be

Within two weeks of receiving the recommendation of the court, the Cro ail, the parties involved, the presiding nob l of Their determination of the case and any will be announced at the next Royal Court a Crier. Sanctions are effective from th

l) A Cour y

Courts of Inquiry: (1) Will be convened to investigate less serious violations of the rules of the Society. (2) Courts of Inquiry are convened in the name of the Crown of An Tir, and presided over by Their representatives (i.e. Territorial Prince and/or Princess, Baron and/or Baroness, or Royal Patron(s)) having jurisdiction over the case. Where a branch has no Royal representative, the case may be assigned to the nearest branch that has a Royal representative, as determined by the Kingdom Seneschal. (3) The presiding noble(s) may appoint such counselors to advise them as they deem necessary to determine the facts involving the case, and to render a recommendation to the Crown. (4) Within one week of receiving notification of assignment, any party involved in the proposed Court of Inquiry may request of the Kingdom Seneschal that the Court be re-assigned to different presiding noble(s), if they have reason to believe that the original presiding nincapable of convening an impartial Court. (5) Within two weeks of receiving notification from the Kingdom Seneschal (or Crown), the presiding noble(s) shall arrange a time and place for the Court to be held which is agreeable to all parties involvedtime and place must be no later than 30 days after receipt of the case from the Kingdom Seneschal. (6) If agreement cannot be reached with the parties involved, the presiding noble(s) will choose a time and place that fits within the 30-day window. (7) Should any person who has been specifically summoned to stand before a court fail to do so, through no fault of their own, after having made a reasonable effort, arrangements shall be made to re-schedule the court at another time and place convenient to the involved parties. (8) Should any person who has been specifically summoned to stand before a court fail to appear without sufficient cause, the presiding noble(s) shall accept this absence as a plea of no-contest to any and all charges against them, and make appropriate recommendations to the Crown. (9) After all evidence and testimony has been presented and the Court is closed, the presiding noble(s) shall send, by registered mail, a written report describing their conclusions and recommendathe Crown within twosent, also by registered mail, to the Kingdom Seneschal, Territorial Coronet (if applicable), and to the parties involved. (10) The presiding noble(s) may reto a Court of Chivalry, if it is believed that the alleged violationsgrounds for a serious sanction as noted above. (11)

wn will notify, by registered mle(s), and the Kingdom Senescha

sanctions imposed. Sanctionsnd printed in the next issue of Thee moment announced in Royal Court. t of Chivalr

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 38 (1) rec e sanction(2) (3) of Chivalry shall have nine (9) judges who are members of the

can.

lacements from within their offices or orders to represent them.

shall act as the

nts shall be made to re-schedule the Court at another time and

on their belief

also announce the

(11) Having presided over the Court and heard the council of the nine judges, the Crown will announce Their verdict and impose sanctions, as

Is the Kingdom’s highest Court. It is the only Court that may ommend Greater Royal Sanctions, degradation from a peerage, or th

of a Prince and/or Princess. Courts of Chivalry are presided over by the Crown of An Tir. Courts

SCA. (a) The judges shall include:

(i) The Kingdom Seneschal. (ii) The Kingdom Earl Marshal. (iii) The secretaries of the Orders of the Chivalry, Laurel, and Peli

(b) If any of the above judges cannot attend, the Crown will choose rep(c) The Crown shall appoint four armigerous representatives to complete the court. No principal involved in the dispute may sit on the Court.

(4) The Black Lion Principal Herald or a representativerecording officer of the Court. (5) A Court of Chivalry shall not be convened until all parties to the dispute, all members of the Court and the Board of Directors have been notified of the upcoming Court of Chivalry and its cause. Date and location will be decided by the Crown after considering the convenience of all concerned. (6) All Courts of Chivalry shall be announced in The Crier as a published event. (7) Should any person who has been specifically summoned to stand before a Court fail to do so through no fault of their own, after having made a reasonable effort, arrangements shall be made to re-schedule the Court at another time and place convenient to the involved parties. (8) Should any person, who has been specifically summoned to stand before a Court fail to appear without sufficient cause, the Crown shall banish this person from all SCA functions and offices until suitable arrangemeplace convenient to the involved parties. Sufficient cause shall be determined by the members of the Court. (9) After all evidence and testimony has been presented, the Court will recess and the nine judges will confer to reach a conclusion of the facts in the matter, and to recommend any sanctions to the Crown. Conclusions and recommendations require a simple majority vote. (10) When the nine judges have reached their conclusions and decided upon their recommendations, the Court shall reconvene. The Kingdom Seneschal shall announce the conclusion of the judges, noting the number of votes. The Kingdom Seneschal shall recommendations for sanction, again noting the number of votes for each sanction.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 39 They deem appropriate, and close the Court of Chivalry. Any sanctions announced are effective from the moment of announcement. (12) The Black Lion Principal Herald, acting as the Court Reporter, shall send, by registered mail, a writte dict and sanctions, if any, to the parties in eeks of the conclusion of the Court. Copies shall be sent, also by registered mail, to the Kingdom

chal, the Society Seneschal, and the Board of Directors. Notice of the nction shall appear in the next issue of The Crier.

his document made Law by our hands this 26th Day of December Anno Societatis XXXIX

n notice of the Crown’s vervolved within two w

Senessa

T Uther Rex Angharad Regina

Ljotr Einarsson Reviewed by the Seneschal of An Tir


The Laws of the Principality of Avacal

DEFINITIONS The Coronet: The Prince and Princess of Avacal, acting together. Tanist and Tanista: The heirs to the Coronet.

ARTICLE I. THE LAW

Article I.A. The word of the Coronet is law subject to the Crown of An Tir and that which The Crown of An Tir is subject to. In the interests of simplicity the Laws of Avacal do not list or reference over riding laws. Article I.B. Any amendments must be reviewed and signed by the Avacal Seneschal, and reviewed and signed by Their Majesties of An Tir and the Kingdom Seneschal prior to proclamation. The Laws of Avacal shall be published in their entirety once each year in the Principality newsletter, with amendments published in the Principality newsletter, the Avantgarde, and in the Kingdom newsletter, the Crier, and proclaimed as soon as possible. Article I.C. This is the current Laws of Avacal and all earlier versions are repealed.

ARTICLE II. THE CORONET Article II.A. General

1. The duties, responsibilities and privileges of the Coronet are detailed in Corpora, what follows is particular to Avacal. The responsibilities and privileges of the Coronet are similar in scope within the Principality of Avacal as is the Crown within An Tir.

Article II.B. Maintenance and Succession 1. Should the results of a Coronet Tournament be declared invalid for any reason, a Coronet Tournament shall be called at the beginning of the Investiture Event. This tournament shall be limited to eligible fighters who competed in the invalidated Coronet Tournament. The winner of the tournament and the person they fought for shall be invested immediately. 2. If the Coronet fails to complete their reign, the Tanist and Tanista shall act as regents until their investiture. If there is no Tanist and Tanista the heavy champion of Avacal shall serve as Regent. If the Heavy Champion cannot carry out the Regent duties the Champions shall select the most suitable royal peer to serve as Regent. The Regent’s sole responsibility is to host a Coronet List as soon as practically possible and to immediately invest the winner and consort as Prince and Princess. The Regent may not change law or give awards. Failure to reign includes: failure to attend Principality events unless such failure to attend is beyond the control of the Prince or Princess and no failure of intent to reign is demonstrated; abdication; failure to perform the duties of the Coronet as judged by the Crown of An Tir with the advice of the Seneschal and the four Champions. 3. Should a Prince or Princess be unable to complete their reign, it is acceptable to have the remaining Prince or Princess complete the reign.


Article II.C. Responsibilities

1. The Coronet must attend all Principality events. The Coronet must swear fealty to the Crown at the time of Kingdom Coronation in some fashion acceptable to that Crown. If the failure to swear fealty at this time is beyond the control of the Coronet, they will make arrangements to swear fealty in some fashion acceptable to the Crown as soon as possible thereafter.

Article II.D. Privileges

1. The Coronet and their heirs shall not be charged event fees. The Coronet shall be reimbursed for reasonable mailing, photocopying, telephone and travel costs incurred in conjunction with their reign, upon submission of receipts to the Avacal Exchequer. Total costs submitted within a given reign may not exceed $1200. The Travel Fund is not to drop below a balance of $300. This fund will be supplemented by funds from the General Operating Account should this occur.

ARTICLE III. CHAMPIONS OF AVACAL Article III.A. General

1. The four Champions of Avacal are: Champion of Sword (heavy or rattan combat), Champion of Arrows (light or missile combat), Champion of Arts & Sciences, and Champion of Rapier. Each Champion will serve a term of one year. No person may serve as two Champions at the same time. No person may enter more than one Champions Tourney at one time. If the Champion is unable to serve, the Coronet shall choose a suitable person to serve and oversee the next tourney. The Champion of Sword may contest or be fought for in the June Coronet list. . To enter competition for any Avacal Championship, entrants must have a current membership in the SCA, Inc., and must maintain it during their tenure as Champion.

Article III.B. Duties 1. The Champions must swear an oath of fealty and service to the Crown 2. The Champions have the duty to advise the Coronet. They shall support and defend the Principality of Avacal, and serve the Coronet to the best of their ability. 3. The Champions are expected to attend all Principality Events, unless granted permission by the Coronet not to do so. 4. The Champions must oversee the tournament to choose their successor at the Investiture Events (See section 6). They are responsible for the regalia of their office and must pass it on to their successor. 5. The Heavy Champion has a role to play in the maintenance and succession of the Coronet. (See section 2).

Article III.C. Rights 1. The Champions have the right and duty to attend the Coronet at Court and at war, and a place near the Coronets’ table at feasts. The Champion of Sword is to stand armed at the Prince’s Throne, and the Champion of Rapier is to stand armed at the Princess’s Throne. 2. Champions shall not be charged site fees at Principality Events. This does not include feast fees.


ARTICLE IV. PRINCIPALITY OFFICERS AND DUTIES Article IV.A. Principality Officers will act within Avacal as Kingdom Officers act

within the Kingdom. The job descriptions of these officers are in Corpora and Kingdom Law. Officers are expected to keep in touch with both their superiors and subordinates. Officers shall serve a two year term of office so long as their duties are carried out in a manner satisfactory to the Coronet and their Kingdom superior. Warrants for all Greater Officers of State and their regional subordinates are required to be presented to each Coronet on the occasion of Their Investiture for review and renewal of warrant of office.

1. Six months prior to the end of each two year term Officers must begin to advertise the availability of their position in the Principality Newsletter. This advertisement shall run continuously for no less than 3 months. Principality Officers may apply to serve a consecutive term and if so, their request will be judged alongside those of any other applicants. No individual may serve in the same capacity for more than four consecutive years. 2. The Great Officers of State in Avacal shall be: the Seneschal, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, the Chatelaine, the Earl Marshal, the Minister of Arts and Sciences, the Herald, the Chronicler, the Chirurgeon, and the Constable. 3. The Lesser Officers of State in Avacal shall be: the Principality Calendar, the Minister of the Lists, the Provost Marshal for Rapier Combat, the Royal Archer, the Warlord of Avacal, the Principality Bard, the Principality Gamesmaster/mistress, the Principality Web Minister, the Principality Scribe, the Principality Regalia, and the Lord/Lady High Regent of Their Highnesses University of Avacal 4. The job descriptions and structure of the Principality Officers shall mirror that of the Kingdom of An Tir. 5. Principality Officers must have a current membership in the SCA, Inc., and must maintain it during their tenure as officer. 6. Princpality Officers must maintain a subscription to the Principality Newsletter, the Avantgarde, at their place of residence.

Article IV.B. All other officers within Avacal, whether Baronial, Canton, Shire, College etc., shall serve two year terms of office so long as their duties are carried out in a manner satisfactory to the Coronet and their appropriate superior. Six months prior to the end of their two year term officers must begin to advertise the availability of their position in their local newsletter and at their monthly business meeting. Officers may apply to serve a consecutive term and if so, their request will be judged alongside those of any other applicants. No individual may serve in the same capacity for more than four consecutive years. Article IV.C. All other officers must have a current membership in the SCA, Inc., and must maintain it during their tenure as officer.


ARTICLE V. AWARDS AND ORDERS

Artoronet

lity Events will be held on the most practical weekends nearest to

nces (see section 6.5) and Avacal Champion of Rapier will be chosen

urney, the

. The Champion of Sword and

urney, the

Seneschal will work

chequer within 60 days, and lor of the Exchequer.

Article V.A. Elders of Avacal: former Champions of Avacal who have fulfilled their duties and completed their term as Champion shall be styled an Elder of Avacal. This is bestowed at the time of the investiture of their successor. Article V.B. The Gilded Griffon is Avacal’s service award, and is bestowed by the will of The Coronet. Article V.C. The Griffon’s Flame is Avacal’s arts award, and is bestowed by the will of The Coronet. Article V.D. The Griffin’s Claw is Avacal’s award for representing the Principality in an extraordinary way, in your chosen field, outside of Avacal, and is bestowed by the will of the The Coronet. Article V.E. The Golden Oak is Avacal’s award for being a shining example of chivalry and courtesy on a consistent basis and is bestowed by the will of The Coronet. Article V.F. The Griffin’s Heart is Avacal’s award to honour excellence in period dress, thought, speech, behaviour and encampment, and is bestowed by the will of The Coronet. Article V.G. The Order of the Valorous Warrior is Avacal’s award to honour excellence in martial activities be it archery, rapier or heavy combat and is bestowed by the will of The Coronet.

AR ALITY EVENTS TICLE VI. PRINCIPicle VI.A. General 1. The Principality events shall be the two Coronet Tournaments, two CInvestitures, and Coronet Councils scheduled at the pleasure of the Coronet. 2. Within the borders of Avacal, no event may conflict with a Principality Event. The Principathese dates: 3. Last weekend in February: Investiture of the Tanist and Tanista. The Champion of Arts & Scieat this event. 4. First weekend of June: Coronet Tourney. At the close of the towinner and consort will be invested with the titles of Tanist and Tanista. 5. Mid August: Investiture of the Tanist and Tanistathe Champion of Arrow will be chosen at this event. 6. Last weekend in November: Coronet Tourney. At the close of the towinner and consort will be invested with the titles of Tanist and Tanista.

Article VI.B. Principality Events shall be open to bid by any branch within Avacal. Bids are due one year in advance. The Coronet will select the winning bid upon the advice of their Curia. If there are no suitable bids the Coronet andwith the branches to ensure the event is carried out as scheduled. Article VI.C. Thirty percent of any profit made on a Coronet Event may be kept by the host group; 60% is due directly to the Principality Ex10% is due to the Kingdom Chancel


Art

ourney, and reasonably expect to remain a resident for the

embership purchase, or postcard from bership.

Art

rney, and reasonably expect to remain a resident for the duration of their

l of the Coronets and following consultation wit

ing, no later than January 15th of same year as the Championship Tournament.

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Article VII.C. The Coronet holds the rd and Lady of the University of Avacal.

ARTICLE VIII. COLLECTION, RECORDING AND REMITTANCE OF NON-MEMBER SURCHARGE.

Article VIII.A. Branches within Avacal hosting an Official Event (defined herein as an Event advertised in the Crier, the newsletter of the Kingdom of An Tir) are required to collect, record and remit the Non Member Surcharge (NMS) to the Avacal

icle VI.D. Coronet Tourneys 1. Entrants to the Coronet list must have lived within the borders of Avacal for 6 months preceding the Tduration of their reign. 2. All entrants and their consorts shall be members of the SCA, Inc. Acceptable proof of this shall be a valid SCA membership card, a valid Crier or Tournaments Illuminated mailing label, valid membership indicated on recent An Tir mailing list, a printed, valid receipt for an online mSCA Registry indicating valid memicle VI.E. Champions Tourneys 1. Entrants to the Champions tourneys must be resident in Avacal at the time of the touterm. 2. The Arts and Sciences Championship shall be run by the incumbent Champion in consultation with The Coronet and the Minister of Arts and Sciences. The format and rules of the competition shall be as stated in the document “The Avacal Arts & Sciences Championship Guidelines”, dated January 24, 2005 (AS XXXIX) as signed by The Coronet, the Minister of Arts and Sciences and the Avacal Champion of Arts & Sciences. This document can only be revised by the incumbent Champion with the approva

h the Minister of Arts & Sciences. a) Any person wishing to enter the Arts & Sciences Championship Tournament must declare their intent and provide a list of their planned entries to The Coronet, the Champion and the Arts & Sciences Minister, in writ

TICLE VII. THEIR HIGHNESSES’ UNIVERSITY OF AVACAL (THUA) Article VII.A. Their Highnesses University of Avacal is an extension of The Sovereign and Consort of Avacal (the Coronet) intended to foster and develop the pursuit of mediaeval research and the sharing of knowledge in Avacal. Article VII.B. Their Highnesses University of Avacal is overseen, on the behalf of The Coronets, by a Lord/Lady High Regent. The High Regent is a Principality Officer, S/He and all THUA chancellors are warranted by The Coronet. Their Highnesses University of Avacal is governed by the Twenty-Five (25) Tenets of Their Highnesses University of Avacal. These tenets can only be changed by the Coronet.

title, Lo

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eipt of said outstanding NMS and supporting documentation. Upon

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ik, Prince Avacal Inga, Princess Avacal

Article VIII.B. It is the duty of the Event Steward and the Exchequer of the hosting branch to collect, record and remit the NMS payment and supporting documentation (such documentation as determined time to time by the Greater Officers of Avacal, the Seneschal and the Exchequer, acting together) within thirty (30) days of the last day the Event was held. Article VIII.C. Failure of the Event Steward and Branch Exchequer to collect, record and remit the NMS and supporting documentation within the time limit imposed herein will result in the hosting branch being declared ‘delinquent’. A delinquent branch will be barred from placing further Official Events on the Avacal Calendar until recreceipt of both the outstanding NMS and supporting documentation, the branch will no longer be deemed delinquent and the bar from placing Official Events on the Avacal Calendar will be lifted.

s document made law by our hands this 24th day of January, A.S. XXXIX (2005).

V


The Laws of the Principality of the Summits

DEFINITIONS The Coronet: The Prince and Princess of the Summits acting together The Crown: The King and Queen of An Tir acting together Coronet Sovereign: The victor in the Coronet lists of the Summits who has been invested

with the title of Prince or Princess as appropriate. Coronet Consort: The companion who inspired the victor in the Coronet lists of the

Summits who has been invested with the title of Prince or Princess as appropriate.

Heirs: The victorious couple prior to Investiture, titled Tanist or Tanista of Summits, as appropriate.

Proclamation: A directive of the Coronet effective either only during the reign of the Prince and/or Princess making it, or until the Proclamation is incorporated into Law.

Subject / Resident: A person or group of persons whose primary residence is in the Principality of the Summits

Defender: The victor of the Defender's List who shall administer the affairs of the Principality in the event there should be a failure of the Coronet to reign.

ARTICLE I. THE LAW Article I.A. The Source of Law

1. The word of the Coronet is Law within the Principality. The Coronet acknowledges, and is subject to, modern law, the governing documents of the Society, and the written Laws and policies of An Tir.

Article I.B. Amendments 1. The Laws of the Principality may be amended by the Coronet with the Crown's Approval, and after review of the Kingdom and Summits seneschals, by proclaiming and publishing specific changes, additions, or deletions to specific articles and sections. Publication must be in an official publication of the SCA, Inc. Other proclamations shall be understood to be in effect only during the reign of the Coronet and shall lapse upon the Investiture of their Successors.

Article I.C. When Effective 1. Any proclamation or amendment to the Law shall be understood to be in effect from the moment it is spoken, but no subject of the Principality shall be held accountable until that proclamation or Law is signed and published.

Article I.D. Publication 1. This is the current edition of the Laws of the Principality of the Summits, and all earlier versions are repealed. 2. Publication of the proclamations and amendments to the Law shall be accomplished by printing changes in the Kingdom and Principality newsletters.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 47 Article I.E. Availability

n the hal to

the populace at the next Prin ing any revisions.

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1. Rights and of the Society for c

Article II.B. C Should ei

reashould nsort be unable to complete the reign,

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. INVESTITURE AND SUCCESSION

hird weekend of September

Artare privileged to

in Defender's Lists, provided they meet the eligibility

Baroness’ within the borders of the Summits shall petition

1. A complete and current correct copy of the Laws shall be maintained oPrincipality website, and will be made available by the Office of the Senesc

cipality event follow

ARTICLE II HE CORONET Article II.A. Rights and Duties

Duties are specifically enumerated in the CorporaCreative Ana hronism, Inc. Article VI.A.3.a. - f.

ompletion of Reign 1. ther the Sovereign or Consort be unable to complete the reign for whatever on, the other shall assume the duties of both for the remainder of the

both Sovereign and Coreign. Sadministrative duties of the Coronet shall fall on the Defender, and the Coronet

the Crown of An Tir until such time as a Coronet List may be held. elegation of Coronet PowArticle II.C. D er

1. The Coronet may delegate unto any subject the execution of Coronet power for fic purpose, such as transmission of an a sta award to a person properly

name ected.

ARTICLE III TOURNAMENTS,Article III.A. Scheduling

1. There will be two Coronet Tournaments and Investitures each year. They will take place on the weekend closest to the following calendar dates:

a) Fall Tournament - Tb) Winter Investiture - two weeks prior to Winter Solstice c) Spring Tournament - Vernal Equinox d) Summer Investiture - Summer Solstice

icle III.B. Entry to Lists 1. All authorized fighters resident within the Principality compete the Coronet and standards listed below and are both present on the day of the List, unless the Coronet of the Summits deny them entry, or a fighter or consort be otherwise in violation of the Rules of the Lists, the Laws of the Principality, An Tir, The Society, or the modern entity having jurisdiction. 2. Landed Barons and the Coronet for entry into the Coronet List no less than thirty days prior to a Coronet Tournament.

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b) The victor and consort will attend the next two investitures and the next Coronet Tournament.

The ompanion of the opposite gender who will serve as

that they are loyal to the Crown d and the Coronet, Laws and Populace of the

y ptable to the Coronets. Both combatant

Art tions 1. The Coronet Lists combat con shall be determined by the Coronet. The conventions should be published to the populace at least 8 weeks before the

ent to the Crown imm2. ty to the people of the hese oaths shall be witnessed by the Sum arl Marshall, and such members of

ay bear witness to the claims of the e

alidation, as well

Article III.C Eligibility 1. Each competitor in the Coronet Lists must agree to the following conditions to be eligible to compete in the Lists:

a) The victor and consort will reign.

c) Combatant has a CConsort.

(1 That both are eligib) le based upon Membership requirements put forth in Corpora. (2) That both are willing to swear an oathan the Laws of An TirSummits. (3) That both are aware that these positions may require expenditures in excess of membership fees.

2. Combatants in the Coronet lists must have been a resident of the Principality for at least 60 days prior to the Tournament and must live within the Principalitfor the duration of their reign, or be acceand consort must be acceptable to the Coronet.

a) Exceptions may be granted by the Coronet, limited by Corpora and Crown. icle III.D. Combat Conven

ventions

Tournament. Article III.E. Investiture

1. Oaths to Kingdom and Crown: At their investiture, the Heirs of the Summits shall swear fealty to the Crown and obedience to the laws of An Tir. Should the Crown not be present to accept their oaths; written oaths shall be s

ediately and spoken oaths given as soon as possible. Oaths to the land and Populace: The Heirs shall swear feal

Summits and swear to uphold the Laws. Tmits Seneschal, the Summits Herald, the E

e nament who mthe Peerag attendant at the tourHeirs of th Summits. 3. Failure to Invest: Should for any reason a Coronet Tournament be declared invalid or the victor and/or consort elect to abdicate directly, or by failure to appear or respond, a Coronet List shall be called for the beginning of the Investiture. This tournament shall be open to all who meet eligibility requirements put forth above and who were eligible at the time of the original Coronet Tournament. Any person or persons whose actions or inaction were the grounds for an invas a victor and consort who abdicate, are explicitly excluded as both combatants and consorts from the new Lists.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 49 Article e Prince and Princess to attend Coronet events cattend i

ARTICLE IVArticle IV

1. Thenecessa pions are the Defender, the Champion of the Arts and ScienceRapier Each Champion shall serve a term of one year.

Artmits Defender's list shall bear the

titlebligations of the position, or is victorious in a

lists.

h a traditional local event

es of the Defender:

seat at the Principality High Table.

the Summits as scheduled, or hold a Coronet list as scheduled and immediately invest the victor and companio Coronet of the Summits.

III.F. Failure to Reign: Failure of thonstitutes failure to reign and shall be taken as abdication, unless such failure to

s beyond the control of the Coronet and no failure to reign is demonstrated.

. CHAMPIONS .A. Designation of Champions Coronet shall determine and create such Titled Champions, as they deem ry. The current Chams (Alpine Scholar), the Archery Champion (Captain of Eagles), and the Champion (Captain of Cats).

Sitting Champions must seek the permission of the Coronet to enter another championship list during their term of service as Champion. icle IV.B. Defender of the Summits 1. The combatant who is victorious in the Sum

Warlord of the Summits until they are invested as Defender. Should the Defender be unable to fulfill the oCrown or Coronet list, s/he shall resign the title to the Coronet. The Coronet shall choose a suitable person to serve as Defender until the next Defender's List. 2. All combatants must be residents of the Principality and members of the SCA to be eligible to compete in the3. The Defender's List shall be of a kind that promotes a tactical victory, rather than of sole prowess at arms. 4. The Coronet shall determine the conventions of the list. 5. The Defender’s List shall be held in conjunction witin the spring, following the March Coronet, but prior to the June Investiture. The Victor in these lists shall be invested as Defender at September Coronet. 6. The Defender shall promote and encourage chivalry and martial prowess throughout the Principality. 7. Duties and Privileg

a) The Defender shall accompany and defend the Coronet. b) The Defender shall bear the Banner of the Summits in times of war and peace. c) The Defender shall occupy the post of Warlord of the Summits and coordinate those duties with the Principality Marshal and Kingdom Warlord. d) The Defender shall attend the Coronet at Court. e) The Defender shall have af) If, for any reason, the Summits is without a Coronet, the Defender shall assume the administrative duties of the Coronet as the Crown's representative and shall take the appropriate steps to either invest the Tanist and Tanista of

n as the

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 50 ho be unable to carry out his or her duties in the absence

elect the most suitable person to serve as

Art

le to the Coronet. The to serve as Champion until the next Arts and

ughout

nsible for preparing and conducting a contest

Art s” Archery Competition

l choose a

all take place in the late summer, between the June

2.

Champion shall promote and encourage archery and light infantry

st Captain of the Bow.

Article1. shaunaCosui2. 3.

ampion shall have a position beside the throne at Principality Court. hout the

g) S uld the Defenderof the Coronet, the Crown shall sDefender.

icle IV.C. Summits Champion of Arts and Sciences – “Alpine Scholar” 1. The individual who is judged victorious in the Arts and Sciences Competition shall bear the title Summits Champion of Arts and Sciences. Should the Champion of Arts and Sciences be unable to fulfill the obligations of the position, or is victorious in a Crown or Coronet list, s/he shall resign the titCoronet shall choose a suitable person Sciences Competition. The Arts and Science competition shall take place at Winter Investiture. 2. Duties and Privileges of the Champion of the Arts and Sciences

a) The Champion shall have a position beside the throne at Principality Court. b) The Champion shall promote and encourage Arts and Sciences throthe Principality. c) The Champion shall be respoto select an appropriate successor.

icle IV.D. Summits Archery Champion – “Captain of Eagle1. The individual who is judged victorious in the Summitsshall bear the title Summits Archery Champion. Should the Archery Champion be unable to fulfill the obligations of the position, or is victorious in a Crown or Coronet list, s/he shall resign the title to the Coronet. The Coronet shalsuitable person to serve as Archery Champion until the next Archery Competition. The Archery competition shInvestiture and September Coronet.

Duties and Privileges of the Archery Champion a) The Champion shall have a position beside the throne at Principality Court. b) Thethroughout the Principality. c) The Champion shall be responsible for preparing and conducting a conteto select an appropriate successor with the help of the IV.E. Summits Rapier Champion – “Captain of Cats” The individual who is judged victorious in the Summits Rapier Competition

ll bear the title Summits Rapier Champion. Should the Rapier Champion be ble to fulfill the obligations of the position, or is victorious in a Crown or

ronet list, s/he shall resign the title to the Coronet. The Coronet shall choose a table person to serve as Rapier Champion until the next Rapier Competition. The Rapier competition shall be held at the 11th Night Investiture. Duties and Privileges of the Rapier Champion a) The Chb) The Champion shall promote and encourage period fence througPrincipality. c) The Champion shall be responsible for preparing and conducting a contest to select an appropriate successor with the help of the Captain of Fence.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 51 ARTIC

Artshall be: The

ExcChiresp ronet of the Summits and the Greater Officers of An Tir, and shasuc

15th.

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ary 1st.

If an officer remains in suspension for a full reporting period, that office l, at t reporting period, be considered vacant.

beyance may at the discretion of the Coronet and Summits

LE V. OFFICERS icle V.A. Officers 1. The Greater Officers of the principality of the Summits Seneschal, The Summits Herald, The Earl Marshal, The Chancellor of the

hequer, The Minister of Arts and Sciences, the Chronicler, the Chatelaine, the rurgeon, and the Constable. The Greater Officers of the Summits shall be onsible to the Co

ll safeguard the interests and honor of the Society. All officers shall carry out h duties as appropriate to the post or as directed by the Coronet.

Article V.B. Reports 1. Branch officers shall give a written quarterly report on the state of their office and relevant branch activity to their Principality superior by the 15th of the month following the end of each quarter, unless otherwise directed by their Kingdom superior. 2. The reporting quarters are:

a) January, February and March (First Quarter) due April 15th. b) April, May, and June (Second Quarter) due Julyc) July, August, September (Third Quarter) due October 15th. d) October, November, and December (Fourth Quarter) due January 15th. Principality officers shall give a written quarterly report on the state of their ce in the Principality by the end of the month following the end of each quarter, ess otherwise directed by their Kingdom superior. All Principality officers will ort to the Coronet, Principality Seneschal, Kingdom superior, the Heirs w

applicable and to any others required by Law and policy. 4. The reporting quarters are:

a) January, February and March (First Quarter) due May 1st. b) April, May, and June (Second Quarter) due August 1st. c) July, August, September (Third Quarter) due November 1st. d) October, November, and December (Fourth Quarter) due Febru

5. Failure to report a) Failure of a branch officer to report to their Principality superior on two consecutive reporting periods, or twice in a twelve-month span of time, can result in the suspension of that officer. Suspension will be in force until reinstatement by the Coronet and Principality Seneschal. Such a suspension, especially of the critical offices of Seneschal and Exchequer, can result in that branch passing into abeyance. b) shal the end of thac) Branches in aSeneschal be passed over as a hosting branch of Principality level events. New branches in abeyance, or with poor reporting records for any office, risk demotion back to incipient status, at the discretion and advice of the Coronet, and Kingdom, New Branches, and Principality Seneschals.

6. Vacant Offices:


until a suitable r alled.

Art eputies 1. d approval of the corr sub2. off ant

the end of that time they same post for one more term. No individual may

serve inArticle

1. ality, and the prin

e alendar and forwarding the full and complete information to

2. chiwh3. ordthe th the Gryphon Scr4. HoCaplog propriate Kingdom

ls, and report directly to both. The Warlord answers to the CoKin

ists shall be responsible for the scheduling of fights in

a) The Principality Seneschal shall assume the duties of vacant Principality offices except the office of the Chancellor of the Exchequer office can be instb) The branch Seneschal shall report vacant branch Great Offices to the relevant Principality superiors on a quarterly basis, providing their own contact information. Such reports shall be as brief as is needed to report the vacancy, the seneschal’s contact info, and a lack of activity or little activity.

icle V.C. Appointment and DGreater Officers are warranted by the Coronet after countersigne

ties, assistants, andesponding Kingdom officer. Each may warrant depuordinates as are necessary to the functioning of the office. All Greater Officers must have a deputy to effect an orderly transfer of the

ice should the office become unexpectedly vacant. If the office becomes vacor if an officer announces intention to resign, the Coronet, in consultation with the Kingdom superior and the Crown, shall warrant a new officer. In the event that a lesser office is deemed unnecessary, the office shall be left vacant and the duties assumed by the corresponding greater office. 3. Officers shall serve for one term of up to two years. Atmay seek reappointment to the

the same capacity for more than four consecutive years. V.D. Specific Duties and Jurisdictions The Seneschal is the chief administrative officer of the Principcipal legal representative within the Principality.

endar/Events Deputy is responsible for the maintaining tha) Summits CalSummits event cthe An Tir Calendar. They are also responsible for assisting and supervising branches and autocrats for Principality events. Minister of Children/Fledglings is responsible for coordinating and overseeing

ldren activities within the Summits and during events, including Pied Piper, alebone, and boffer. The Summits Herald is responsible for the submission of Heraldic devices,

ers of precedence, ceremony, and the promotion of the Art of Heraldry within Principality. The Summits Herald shall coordinate efforts wiibe as appropriate. The Summits Marshal has jurisdiction over all martial combat and the Field of

nor. The Keeper ofthe Lists is directly subordinate to the Summits Marshal. The tain of the Bow and Captain of Fence are overseen in administration and

istics by the Summits Marshal, in matters of policy by the apDeputy Earl Marsha

ronet, though is required to make reports to the Principality Marshal and gdom Warlord. The duties of these offices are as follows: a) The Keeper of the Lthe Coronet Lists and shall maintain records of the names of the authorized fighters and marshals within the Principality.. b) The Captain of the Bow shall encourage and coordinate activities pertaining to archery and Light Infantry.

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ists the Defender in

warranted Equestrian marshal.

t to the Kingdom r schedule. The Exchequer shall

6.

the Lesser Office of Ministr

10.Prin11.and as required by the Coronet. This lesser offiandand

c) The Rapier Marshal shall encourapier combat within the Principality. d) The Warlord is the title of the victor in the Defender lists before they are invested as Defender. In this capacity, the Warlord asscoordinating the raising of the Summits Army in service to An Tir, and is available for advice to the Crown, Coronet and Kingdom Warlord in preparing for wars. e) The Equestrian Officer is generally viewed as a chatelaine to the Horse Community, and shall encourage and coordinate equestrian activities. Currently there is no requirement that the officer be a

5. The Chancellor of the Exchequer is responsible for accounting for the moneys, property, and regalia of the Principality and the branches of the Principality, shall have custody of the moneys of the Principality, and shall reporExcheque as per Kingdom financial reportingoversee the Chamberlain.

a) The Chamberlain shall be delegated all responsibility for maintenance and inventory of regalia. The Chamberlain will work with the appointed representative of each Coronet to maintain the regalia, and keep an accurate inventory. The Minister of Arts and Sciences is responsible for encouraging the study and

display of the medieval arts and sciences of the Principality. The Minister of Arts and Sciences shall coordinate efforts with the Gryphon Scribe as appropriate. 7. The Chronicler is responsible for publishing the Principality newsletter; and such other publications as shall be required by the Coronet. 8. The Chirurgeon is responsible for administering the chirurgeonate to provide voluntary first aid at Society events, including but not limited to tournament combat, and; and procedures for notifying attendees of health and safety concerns at Society events. The Chirurgeon will oversee the Lesser Office of Minister of the Water Bearers.

a) The Minister of the Water Bearers: The responsibilities of the Minister of the Water Bearers shall include: establish guidelines and coordinate the activities of water bearers at all Principality and local events.

9. The Chatelaine shall encourage and coordinate recruiting activities within the Principality. The Chatelaine shall be directly responsible for

y of the Gold Key. The duties of this office areas follows: a) The Minister of the Gold Key is responsible for the storage and offering of appropriate clothing for loan.

The Constable is responsible for coordinating on-site security and safety at cipality events.

The Gryphon Scribe shall encourage the arts of calligraphy and illumination coordinate the production of scrolls ce reports directly to the Coronet and the Kingdom Scribe, with courtesy reports coordination of effort extended to the Summits Herald and the Minister of Arts Sciences.

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Article

Art

or Lady of the Summits prior to the recognition of Sum2. placring

ists. It is passed on at

he Coronet for advice before invitation is offered to a new Co6. sele he symbol of the

ly this token is des8. ward may be given by the Coronets for notable

ymbol of the Order, an argent grail pendant with colored field

n support of the Principality. Recipients are entitled to wear the symbol of the award, an argent grail on an azure field.

of the Summits is given to those within and without the ntributions to the Principality or the Coronet. The

VI. AWARDS VI.A. Creation of Awards

1. The Coronet shall determine and create such awards as they wish to bestow. The precedence of these awards shall be determined by the Crown of An Tir. icle VI.B. Summits Award 1. The Order of the Aerie: this is a closed order consisting of all those who held the position of Defender

mits as a Principality. Members may wear a black garter with a grail tippet. The Order of the Gryphon's Sword: consists of those combatants who have ed second in the Coronet lists. Members may wear an argent sword bent into a .

3. Morgan's Rose is given to the consorts of those combatants who have placed second in the Coronet List. Recipients may wear an argent rose wrapped around a spear. 4. The Shield of Chivalry is given by the Princess to that combatant whom she judges to have been most chivalrous during the Coronet Leach Coronet Lists. 5. The Order of the Summits: this award is given no more than once per Coronet reign and need not be given every reign. It recognizes extraordinary contribution to the Principality and Populace of Summits. Companions in this Order must be consulted by t

mpanion. The Evergreen is given as a token of appreciation and honor by the Consort to ct gentles deemed worthy. Recipients are entitled to wear t

order, an argent spray of barberry. 7. The Gryphon’s Paw is given as a token of appreciation and honor by the Coronet Sovereign to select gentles deemed worthy. Current

igned by each Coronet Sovereign. The Award of the Grail: this a

contributions in the Arts and Sciences, Service, or Martial endeavor. Recipients are entitled to wear the s(vert for Arts and Science, gules for service, sable for Martial) . Due to the varied nature of the award, a recipient may receive more than one of the same or different types. 9. Gryphon’s Favor: Given to those outside the Summits who make great contributions i

10. The Throne Favor Principality who make notable cotoken for this award is determined by each Coronet. 11. Aurum Astra: Given to children (5-11 years of age as a guideline) who are

ontributions to the Principality. deserving of reward for their c 12. The Order of the Wounded Gryphon: A closed order. Given for exceptional

conduct and prowess upon the field of battle. Members may wear a gryphon sejant pierced in the breast by an arrow bendwise sinister argent, fletched azure.


ARTIC II. COUNCILS AND COURTS Art

Art

Coronet, the Heirs when applicable, the Principality Seneschal, and

cussion.

Art

arterly Moot. Written reports given to the Principality Seneschal prior to the Moot are acceptable when necessary. Principality Champion so announce the rules and guidelines for those Championships which choose their successors. 4. There shall be a Moot at each Coronet event, and additional Moots may be scheduled by the Coronet as needed.

13. The Order of the Far Traveller: Given to recognize those Principality subjects who travel far and wide in the lands of the Society.

LE Vicle VII.A. Designation of Councils and Courts 1. The Coronet shall determine and create such subordinate administrative bodies they deem necessary. As appropriate, these matters shall be determined by the Crown of An Tir. icle VII.B. the Exchequer's Council 1. The Exchequer's Council is the Financial Committee of the Summits and shall consist of thethe Principality Exchequer. All requests and proposals for the use of Principality moneys for extraordinary expenses must be submitted in writing to the Exchequer. The consent of a majority of the Council is needed to disburse moneys for anything but regular approved expenses. 2. The Exchequer's Council shall create and maintain a Summits Financial Policy, approved by the Kingdom Exchequer and published annually in Echoes, with changes announced via Echoes and online information sources. The Summits Financial Policy shall have the force of Principality Law once approved and published in an official Society newsletter. Any permanent special purpose funds overseen by the Principality must be included in the Financial Policy, balances published quarterly in the Echoes and be reported to every Moot. Current permanent funds: Travel Fund, Gryphon Fund. 3. The Exchequer’s Council will meet (at a minimum) each Coronet and Investiture. Other meetings may be called as needed, and online discussions between members of the Council constitutes a meeting if necessary, providing all Council members are included in and respond to the dis4. The Exchequer’s Council and all branches within the Principality shall adhere to all policies as stated within the current Summits Financial Policy. icle VII.C. the Moot 1. The Moot shall be the forum for the populace of Summits to express their concerns, the officers to account for their offices and branch Seneschals to give reports on local activity. Anyone may attend Moots. 2. Summits officers and Branch Seneschals, or a representative, must attend Moot. 3. Autocrats, or a representative, must give a status report for all Principality events occurring in the next six months following the qu

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DEFINITIONS Consort The person who was fought for in the Coronet Lists and was invested

Corpora e Society. Coronet together. They

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Subject of Tir Righ and is considered to be a denizen of Tir Righ, excluding the Prince and the Princess. Exceptions to this definition are detailed in Corpora.

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as Prince or Princess. Document which defines the medieval structure of thThe Sovereign and Consort of a principality, acting reign subject to the overall guidance of the Crown.

ts The two Coronet Tournaments and two Coronet In Properly constituted Lists to determine, by combat, th

current Coronet. The Sovereign and Consort of a kingdom, acting togCrown of the Kingdom of An Tir. A council of officers and Principality advisors meeting administering the Principality. The victor in the Coronet Lists and the victor’s prospectivfor the period between the victory and the Investiture.

The ceremony at which the Heirs are invested as thw The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir. A body comprised of the Royalty, Royal Peers,

Barons and Baronesses of An Tir, meeting to advisneeded.

rincess Titles of the Sovereign and Consort of the Principality A part of a kingdom which has the right to select a r

and Princess by combat. y Law The Laws of the Principality of Tir Righ.

A directive of the Coronet that shall have effect onlyof the Coronet making it. The person who administers the affairs of the PrCoronet is unable to reign. The King, Queen, Crown Prince and Princess, Prand Princesses, and all Principality Heirs. The Society for Creative Anachronism, IncorporatedThe victor in the Coronet Lists of Tir Righ whwith the title of Prince or Princess. A person who resides within the Principality

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 58 ARTICLE I. THE LAW

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. TArticle II.A. Se f the Coronet. The selection of the Coronet is detailed in

.B. C1. Entrants t their prospective consorts must have lived

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detailed in Corpor1. The Coronet and Heirs must attend all Principality Coronet Events. 2. The Coronet and Heirs are responsible for reasonable maintenance of the regalia for Their office and must pass the regalia on to Their successor(s).

Article I.A. Within the Principality of Tir Righ, the word of the Coronet is lawsubject to modern law of the relevant jurisdictions, the governing documents of the Society, KingArticl incipality Law is subject to the same restrictions as the word of the Coronet. Articl he Laws of Tir Righ shall be published in their entirety once eachby Ma

he Laws of the Principality may be amended Amendments must be reviewed by the Principality Seneschal for compliance w

ctabove restri y amendments to Principality Law must first be submitted to the Crown of ir in writing and receive the Crown’s signatures before being

Artic mendments and proclamations must be published in the Principality orthern Sentinel, and the Kingdom

are t. Amendments to Principality Law and proclamations should be nts within the Principality as soon as possible, but no

Prin be held accountable until that proclamation or law is signed and

ARTICLE II HE CORONET lection o

Corpora. What follows is particular to Tir Righ. Article II oronet Lists Eligibility

o the Coronet Lists and within the borders of Tir Righ for one year preceding th

remain residenexpect to ts for the duration of their reign. The Coronet may grant exceptio2. Tournament be declared invalid for any reason, a Coronet Tournament shall be called at the beginning of the Investiture Event.

ent shall be limited to eligibw ed in the invalidated Coronet Tournament. The victor of the

d their consort shall be invested immediateArtic ombat Conventions

1. The Sovereign shall determine Coronet List combat conventions. elations with the Crown are detailed Article II.D. in Kingdom Law.

Articl esponsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of the Coronet are a and in Kingdom Law. What follows is particular to Tir Righ.

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 59 F. e privileges of the Coronet are detailed in Corpora and in

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2. Should either the Sovereign or Consort be unable to complete the reign for whatever reason, the other shall a e duties of both for the remainder of the reign.

uld and Consort be unable to complete the reign, the

is to host a Coronet List as soon as possible and to immediately

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pality of Tir Righ, whenever such is challenged. c) To support the Coronet in war.

Article II. Privileges: ThKingdom La What follows is particular to Tir Righ.

1. Neither the Coronet nor the Heirs shall be charged event fees at Principality Coronet Events. 2. The Coronet and the Heirs shall be reimbursed for reasonable office, copying, postagTheir rei upon submission of receipts to the Principality Exchequer.

Article II.G1. Failu to reign includes:

a) Failure to attend Principality Coronet Events, unless such failure to attend is beyond the control of the Sovereign or Consort and no failure of intent to reign is demonstrated. b) A ication. A letter from the Prince and/or Princess to the Crown, Heirs (if any), Kingdom Seneschal and Principality Seneschal, indicating intent to abdicate constitutes official abdication. c) Failure to perform the duties of the Coronet as judged by the Crown with the advice of the Principality Seneschal, the Principality Champions, and Principality Noble Estate.

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3. Sho both the Sovereign Heirs shall be invested as Prince and Princess as soon as possible. Until that time, the administrative duties of the Coronet shall fall on the Regent, and the Coronet shall revert to the Crown of An Tir. 4. The Heavy Champion of Tir Rig h shall, with the approval of the Crown, serve as Regent. If the Heavy Champion cannot carry out the Regent duties, then the Crown, with advice from the Principality Seneschal and the Noble Estate, shall select the most suitable Royal Peer to serve as Regent. The Regent’s primary responsibilityinvest the victor and consort as Prince and Princess. The Regent may not change law or give awards.

TICLE III. CHAMPIONS icle III.A. The Champions are: Heavy Champion, Rapier Champ

Champion, Arts & Sciences Champion, and Bardic Champion. Article III.B The job descriptions, duties, responsibilities and privileges of the Champions are detailed in Kingdom Law. What follows is particular to Tir Righ.

1. Duties of All Champions a) To swear an oath of fealty and service to the Coronet. b) To defend the honour and prestige of the Coronet and the Princi


successor at vent. Champions may defend their title.

tournaments will take place as follows. Spring

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3. sible for reasonable maintenance of the regalia for

sion of the coronet

ARTICArtand Lesser Offices of the Kingdom of An Tir. Their job descriptions and duties are detailed in Corpora and Kingdom Law. Article IV.B. The Greater Officers igh shall be: Seneschal, High Marshall, Silver Yale Herald, Chirurgeon, Minister of Arts and Sciences, Constable, Exchequer,

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Art he pleasure of the Coronet as long as their duties are carried m superior. ArticlePDF ve ccess to one in their residence) for the length bership requirements set forth in Kingdom Law and Corpora.

d) To attend all Coronet Events, unless that champion receives permission from the Coronet not to do so. e) To maintain membership in the Society during the champion’s term of service. f) To speak or act in the Coronet’s name when delegated to do so. g) To further the interests of their area of endeavor. h) Each Champion must organize the tournament to choose their the appropriate Principality Coronet e

(1) The ChampionshipCoronet Tournament: Arts & Sciences Summer Investiture: Heavy Fall Coronet Tournament: Bardic and Archery Winter Investiture: Rapier

Rights and Privileges a) To have a place at the high table for the champion and an escort. b) To stand armed near the Coronet at all events. c) To be at the side of the Coronet in war. d) To bear and display the regalia of their position. The Champions are respon

their office and must pass the regalia on to their successor. 4. A principality champion may compete for kingdom championship with the permis

a) They may not hold both champion positions at the same time 5. All champions shall maintain a paid subscriptions to the Northern Sentinel (PDF or Paper) for the length of their office, in addition to the membership requirements

LE IV. PRINCIPALITY OFFICERS AND DUTIES icle IV.A. Offices of the Principality of Tir Righ are structured after the Greater

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Chatelaine and Chronicler Article IV.C. The Lesser Officers of Tir Righ shall be: Chief Scribe, Minister of the Lists, Calendar, Rapier Marhsal, Archery Marshal and WaterbeaArticle IV.D. Officers shall report to their Kingdom superiors and maintain communications with their branch subordinates.

icle IV.E. Officers serve at t out in a manner satisfactory to the Coronet and their Kingdo IV.F. All princiipality officers will maintain a paid subscription to a paper of rsion of the Northern Sentinel (or have a

of their office, in addition to the mem

The Laws of the Kingdom of An Tir Page 61 Articlemonths sions on final applicants will be made by the officer Article cute the lawful commands of the Cornet and to abide by PrincipalityArticle the four coronet events. All offiabsent iArticle IVto ensure andeputy’s nCoronet. Name, phone number

ARTICLE V.Article ll be

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ther ways that encourage and further the image of medievalism within the principality. 5. The Shattered Spear shall be the fighter showing the most ferocity on the tournament field.

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IV.G. Officers must advertise for replacements to their position at least five before their term ends. Deciand the Coronet IV.H. To exe

and Kingdom Law. IV.I. All principality greater officers must attendcers must have a report for Curia. The Coronet may grant permission to be n extraordinary circumstances, at which the primary deputy must attend.

.J. All officers will have a contingency deputy acceptable to the Coronet, orderly transfer of the office should the officer be unable to continue. This

ame and contact information will be on file with the Seneschal and the and email will be printed in the Northern Sentinel.

AWARDS AND ORDERS V.A. The awards of the principality of Tir Righ sha

1. The Order of the Silver Pillar – given for service to the principality 2. L’ordre d’etoile argent (silver star) – given for arts & sciences efforts done to further the principality 3. The Order of the Hafoc (hawk) – given for work in the martial

ering the principality. These areas of rapier, archery, heavy marshalling shall be considered of equal value. 4. The order of the Red Flame – for personal development, encampments, clothing, and o

given to

6. The p st consort, after serving on the throne of Tir Righ, maythe Order of the Lords and Ladies of Valourous Estate. This is bestowed by the current consort.

TICLE VI. EVENTS Article VI.A. Coronet Events are detailed in Kingdom Law. What follows is particular to Tir Righ. Article VI.B. Conflicting Events: Within the borders of Tir Righ, no event may conflict with a Coronet Event without the express permission of the Coronet. Article VI.C. Schedule. The Coronet Events are:

1. Spring Coronet Tourney: The second weekend in April unless it falls on Easter, then the previous weekend. 2. Summer Investiture: The weekend before May Crown


ure: The weekend before the U.S. Thanksgiving (U.S.

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e event. If the final report and all funds are returned after thirty days, then only ten percent of the profit may be retain the remaining ninety percent is to be sent to the Principality Exchequer. All final reports for Coronet

us xchequer within 60 days after the close of ome portion of their

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ARTICArt

1. The fund shall be designated to reimburse for travel expenses by the Coronet within the Principality; and for tr enses to An Tir Crown events within the Kingdom.

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net event sponsored by another principality of An Tir and held T

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through the Principality made available to the

3. Fall Coronet Tourney: Weekend of the second Saturday after Labour Day (Labour Day is the first Monday of September). 4. Winter InvestitThanksgiving falls on the fourth Thursday of November)

Article VI.D. Event Bids 1. Coronet Events shall be open to bid by any branch within Tir Righ. Bids are due one year in advance. The Coronet and Principality Seneschal will select the winning bid. If there are no suitable bids the Coronet and Seneschal will worthe branch s to ensure that the event is carried out as scheduled. 2. Twenty-five percent of any profit made on a Coronet Event may be kept by the host group provided all final reports, receipts and the remaining seventy-five percent have been sent to the Principality Exchequer within thirty days after th

ed by the hosting group, and

Events m t be sent to the Principality Ethe event. If it is the wish of the host group, they may donate sshare to the Principality. 3. Any Canadian branch hosting a Coronet event must prove that at least two million dollars’ worth of liability insurance is in effect (whether obtained through the NSCA coverage or b4. Any branch hosting a Coronet Event must be able to prove their Non Profit Status. 5. In the United States, this is done by membership to the SCA Inc. However, in Canada, this can only be achieved by shire membership to the Northern Society for Creative Anachronism (NSCA).

LE VII. PRINCIPALITY OF TIR RIGH TRAVEL FUNDS icle VII.A. Tir Righ Travel Fund:

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Article VII. Coronet Tra1. This fund shall be designated to reimburse for travel expenses by the Coronet to any war or Corooutside of ir Righ 2. Funds that are not specifically raised for the Tir Righ Travel FunCoronet Travel Fund shall not be diverted to eireason. The two travel fund monies shall remain separate and shall not be diverted to any other fund for any reason. 3. The administration of these Funds shall be handled Exchequer of Tir Righ. Money from this fund shall bePrinces and Princesses of Tir Righ for travel within the Principality, or to the required Crown events within the Kingdom.


incipality Exchequer. w on funds from the Travel Fund during Their reign, but

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4. No expenses may exceed the funds available to them in the Travel Fund. To that end, all expenditures must be pre-authorized by the Pr5. The Coronet may draonly to the extent that the balance in the Fund has decreased no more than 50% from the start of Their reign, to the finish of Their reign (ie: If the fund has $400 at the start of a reign, the Coronet must leave a balance of $200 at the end of Their reign). 6. It is the responsibility of the Coronets to maintain, and attempt to increase the Travel Fund, through fund-raisers and / or the solicitation of donations. An attempt should be made to leave the Fund with more money than it had when the Coronets ascended Their thrones. 7. If the Coronets travel by car, Their expenses shall be reimbursed upon the presentation of gas receipts. They may be reimbursed for a basic hotel room, on the basis of up to one night per 500 miles of travel. 8. The Coronets may be given an advance to assist with the travel costs such as gas, ferries, etc. They arexpenses are less than the advance, any balance must be returned to the Travel Fund. If expenses are more than the advance, then the Coronets will be reimbursed for any outstanding balance.

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