Title
|
Regalia
|
Adressed as
|
Emperor/Empress
|
Crown
|
Your
Imperial Majesty
|
King/Queen
|
Crown
|
Your
Royal Majesty
|
Archduke/Archduchess
Duke/Duchess
|
Crown
|
Your
Royal Grace
|
Prince/Princess
|
Coronet
|
Your
Highness
|
Count/Countess
Royal
|
Coronet
|
Your
Grace
|
Marquess/Marchioness,
Founding
Viscount/Viscountess,
Count/Countess,
Viscount/Viscountess,
Baron/Baroness,
Baron/Baroness
of the Court
|
Coronet
|
Your
Excellency
|
Viceroy/Vicereine
|
Circlet
|
Your
Excellency
|
Lord/Lady
|
Circlet
|
Your
Lordship/Ladyship
|
3rd-level
knights (Champion, Master,
Premier, Warden)
|
Blue belt,
Flies
a standard
|
Sir
or Dame
|
2nd-level
knights (Bannerette,
Doctor,
Civil, Forester)
|
Blue belt,
Flies
a standard
|
Sir
or Dame
|
1st-level
knight (Bachelor, Robe, Minister, Archer)
|
Blue belt,
Silver spurs, |
Sir
or Dame
|
Lord/Lady
of the Court
|
Circlet
|
Lord
or Lady
|
Lord/Lady
Protector
|
Your
Grace
|
|
Squire
|
Red
belt
|
Squire
|
Man-at-Arms
|
Green
belt
|
Master
|
Lady-in-Waiting
|
Personal
|
Mistress
|
Page
|
Yellow
belt
|
Page
|
CROWNS, CORONETS, CIRCLETS
In Adria, there is no difference between a crown and a coronet, except for the person wearing it. That doesn't help the new person recognize others, but it is more historically accurate. How fancy your headgear was depended on how much money you had. The easiest thing to remember is that a crown (or coronet) has points on it. A circlet is a plain band of metal. If someone is wearing either one, they have some sort of title
ETIQUETTE
Courtesy and honourable behaviour is at the core of the Empire. It is always best to be too polite! Show respect by addressing others with their proper title, as that title was earned through skill, excellence, or long service. When the King or Queen are present, make a graceful bow or curtsey as you pass them or as they pass you. Be sure not to block the view of the King or Queen. If you don’t know a person’s title, a respectful inquiry is never refused. Of course, you can always use "Milord" or "Milady" until you know exactly what to say! Oh and one more small detail, some members like to play in different cultures, if you hear a title or mode of address not listed here feel free to ask!
KNIGHTS
Anyone can become a Knight in any, or all, of the 4 disciplines: Archery, Arts & Science, Combat, and Ministry. You earn points on your way to knighthood by attending events, both wars and monthly tournaments, and participating in your chosen area(s). Shoot flights of arrows to earn points towards your Archery Knighthood. Enter the arts list with a medieval craft to head in the Arts and Science direction. Don armour and cross the threshold of the list field to gain a Combat Knighthood and last but certainly not least, help out in any capacity you can to become a Ministry Knight: clean up, set up, man a booth at a demo, or volunteer for a ministry position.
For a more on Knighthoods click here.
SQUIRES AND LADIES-IN-WAITING
Once you have decided which area, or areas, you are interested in, you may want to consider becoming a squire to a someone with a knighthood in that area. Any knight may take a squire, but squiring to a knight artisan makes perfect sense if your primary interest is in the arts. Ask questions and become familiar with the game before considering any formal allegiances. Becoming a squire is a great honour as well as a great responsibility. It is never taken lightly. Unless the person you are considering squiring to is a good friend, you owe it to yourself (and your potential liege) to consider this carefully. There is no disrespect in telling someone that you are not yet ready for squirehood. It is also never an insult to ask, but be prepared for a possible “no”. Many knights and squires have their hands full and can’t take on the additional responsibility.
KNIGHTS
Anyone can become a Knight in any, or all, of the 4 disciplines: Archery, Arts & Science, Combat, and Ministry. You earn points on your way to knighthood by attending events, both wars and monthly tournaments, and participating in your chosen area(s). Shoot flights of arrows to earn points towards your Archery Knighthood. Enter the arts list with a medieval craft to head in the Arts and Science direction. Don armour and cross the threshold of the list field to gain a Combat Knighthood and last but certainly not least, help out in any capacity you can to become a Ministry Knight: clean up, set up, man a booth at a demo, or volunteer for a ministry position.
For a more on Knighthoods click here.
SQUIRES AND LADIES-IN-WAITING
Once you have decided which area, or areas, you are interested in, you may want to consider becoming a squire to a someone with a knighthood in that area. Any knight may take a squire, but squiring to a knight artisan makes perfect sense if your primary interest is in the arts. Ask questions and become familiar with the game before considering any formal allegiances. Becoming a squire is a great honour as well as a great responsibility. It is never taken lightly. Unless the person you are considering squiring to is a good friend, you owe it to yourself (and your potential liege) to consider this carefully. There is no disrespect in telling someone that you are not yet ready for squirehood. It is also never an insult to ask, but be prepared for a possible “no”. Many knights and squires have their hands full and can’t take on the additional responsibility.