Anthaigos Family/variation of a dream
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Cavalier's Code
This proposition of a guild is a side development from the other one, aiming to address the need for a guild designed for cavaliers.
Whereas "Path of a Sword" focuses on the warrior spirit of a noble, the determination and focus, individual accomplishment, the "Cavalier's Code" underlines honor, bravery and camaraderie.
The Code
1. Abiding by the Code is what makes a Cavalier great.
2. Honor is given to you by others. Bragging and boasting is for the weak. (OOC: No showing off, not even in tournaments)
3. A Cavalier respects all above him and is gentle but firm towards those below him.
4. Courage means decisive actions in fearful situations. Absence of fear means foolishness.
5. One word from a Cavalier can be trusted more than numerous speeches by those below.
6. Let no war split the Followers of the Code. Instead, let the Code guide the war among them.
Ranks within the Cavalier's Code
Elder Ranks
The Founder stands above everyone and is honour bound to lead the guild with fairness and justice.
The other elder ranks below him are called (NAME HERE). They are expected to be exceptional examples of chivalry, to act honorably, respectfully and bravely, to stand by their fellow cavaliers, to always hold in high esteem the Code of a Cavalier.
The ranks of the Elders are gained by displaying exemplary actions of leadership, both within the guild and outside of it. The Elder ranks above participate in this discussion and choose whether to promote someone or not. Anyone below will refrain from discussing the topic.
Member Ranks
The one who has previously won a tournament of jousting is called the Master Lancer. Only a Master Lancer can be ever promoted to a rank of an Elder, and even then only when at least two thirds of his fellow Cavaliers agree. To agree on this a Follower of the Code must send a message to all guild elders stating that he wishes the Master Lancer to be promoted to and Elder Rank. To disagree is to not send a message. There is to be no discussion either in public or private about the suitability of the Master Lancer. When enoug members "vote", the promotion takes place.
Members gain ranks based on their performance in the tournaments. The rank below Master Lancer is the Second Lance. If a members wins in a tournament of jousting, he immediately becomes the new Master Lancer, and the old Master Lancer, unless he was already promoted to Elder Rank, becomes the new Second Lance. If anyone is able to beat a Second Lance, he gains the same title. But if a Second Lance is consistently not able to beat other Second Lances, he loses one rank and becomes a Third Lance. The results of the tournaments decide how the ranks are arranged. Anyone above the rank that is being discussed can and should participate in the discussion about the changes in the lower ranks. This is to be done justly and fairly at all times, as is appropriate to a proper cavalier. The lower ranks do not ask to be promoted, but leave it to those above his rank to discuss. They do not discuss it with one another, but patiently wait for the higher ranks to make the necessary changes. Honor and appreciation is not for one to take. It is either given to you or not.
Aspirant Ranks
One starts out as an Aspirant. To advance to full member status, an aspirant must prove to be a worthy cavalier. Another member must post a battle report to the Elders where the aspirant has displayed courage in the heat of battle when commanding cavalry. He must at the same time vouch for the character of the Aspirant, assuring the Elders that the aspirant indeed is brave and honorable, who undrestands well the Cavalier's Code. This must be proven by examples. When sufficient proof is displayed (it can be attempted seveal times), an aspirant is promoted to full member status. If after the promotion the aspirant proves to be unworthy of the new title, he may forever be banned from the guild. The one who recommended the new member may also suffer the same fate, after the Elders investigate the matter.
OOC note: A member does not need to be of a Cavalier class to join.
