Awards are the Crown’s way of publicly recognizing people for their good works and successes within the Kingdom and Society so they are an important part of the SCA. The SCA is a volunteer organization so awards serve as encouragement for the time and energy we put into making it work.
Awards are given at the pleasure of the Crown, but the Crown can’t be everywhere, or see the contributions of every member of the populace. The only way They know if a gentle is worthy is if They receive recommendations from people such as you.
So research their Order of Precedence, the most appropriate award and make an award recommendation to the Crown
Award of Arms
Often the first award a player receives. An Award of Arms is given for contributing or active members of the Kingdom who look like they will continue with the SCA. This award grants the recipient the right to use the title ‘Lord’ or ‘Lady’ and to display ‘arms’ (their own heraldic design) in the SCA. This title is recognized throughout the SCA.
Awards for Service
Awards for Arts & Sciences
Awards for Armored Combat
Awards for Rapier Defense
Awards for Archery
Awards for Children & Youth
Awards for Courtesy
Awards for Historical Authenticity
Awards for Groups
Awards for Equestrian Sports
Glory of Atenveldt
The Glory of Atenveldt is given to Peers who continue to show the high standards of behavior expected of a Peer of Atenveldt – such as courtesy and respect to others, continued passion about sharing their knowledge; and playing a leading role in our community. In short, still the kind of person we want to admire. The award is given in five parts to reflect the five Atenveldt Peerage orders – Royal peers, Knights, Laurels, Pelicans, and Masters of Defense. The Glory ranks directly under a Grant of Arms and before the other Kingdom awards for service, arts, combat, rapier etc.
Court Barony
Grant of Arms
Awards encompassing Art & Service (the 'Golden' awards)
Lion of Atenveldt
Thegns and Banntheigns
This award is unique to the Kingdom of Atenveldt and recognizes the service of people who have served as a Territorial Baron or Baroness in Atenveldt after they have completed the duties and responsibilities of their tenure. This award has high precedence in the Kingdom as it ranks above all other awards, but below Peerages.
Peerage Orders
In Atenveldt, there are five peerage orders. Peerages are the highest level of award given in the SCA and they recognize outstanding service to the Kingdom or expertise in a particular area. However a peer is more than that, they have to show qualities worthy of the title of peer – such as courtesy and respect to others, be passionate about sharing their knowledge, and play a significant role in our community. In short, be the kind of person we want to admire. Our Peers can be some of the most well-known and respected members of the SCA community. The Crown regularly meets with them to discuss potential candidates for the order and relevant business.
