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# Kingdom of Atlantia

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [COVID POLICY UPDATE](https://atlantia.sca.org/covid-policy-update/) - Unto the populace of Atlantia does the Kingdom Seneschal, Maistir Cian, send greetings. During the second week of May, several members who attended Crown Tournament, reported that they had tested positive for Covid. Over the last two weeks, the CDC has reported a rise in the daily number of reported infections in Northern Virginia and
- [Calendar](https://atlantia.sca.org/calendar/)

## Pages

- [Welcome to the Kingdom of Atlantia](https://atlantia.sca.org/) - An inclusive community for the re-creation of historical skills, arts, combat and culture. Maryland, D.C., North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and Georgia
- [Great Book of Law](https://atlantia.sca.org/great-book-of-law/) - Atlantian Great Book of LawsThe Laws of the Glorious Kingdom of AtlantiaEffective October 2019 By the Grace of Their Majesties of Atlantia, Christoph and Adelhait, the following document is an updated issue of The Atlantian Great Book of Law, which is an official publication for the Kingdom of Atlantia, part of the Society for Creative
- [New Branches](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/new-branches/) - Congratulations on beginning the process to form a new branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism. We are pleased to hear of your interest and want to work with you to facilitate the formation process. The New Branch workbook will guide you through this process. Please note that our society and kingdom laws and policies
- [Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-dei/) - The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Office is committed to promoting the values of inclusion throughout the SCA. The focus is equity, which is just and fair inclusion into an organization in which all can participate, prosper, benefit, and reach their full potential. The DEIB office develops activities and training to cultivate a climate
- [Accessibility Checklist](https://atlantia.sca.org/accessibility-checklist/) - This page is under active development, feedback for improvements to it are welcome. Checklist content originally sourced from the East Kingdom Accessibility Porter Additional Resources Checklist for Event Stewards to Consider Defining the accessibility of an event is not a binary consideration, some sites will be more or differently accessible than others. A site that
- [Forms & Procedures](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/forms-procedures/) - This page serves, more or less, as a supplement to much of what is available on the Branch Administration webpage. If you have already become comfortable with what information you may need for what purpose, this page gives you access to forms and procedures in a quick list format. Warrant Process Forms Branch Seneschal Form,
- [Principals](https://atlantia.sca.org/principals/) - The Order of the Chivalry(Armored) (John McLaughlin)Email: chivalry.principal@order.atlantia.sca.org The Order of the Laurel(Arts and Sciences) Email: laurel.principal@order.atlantia.sca.orgWeb Site: http://laurels.atlantia.sca.org The Order of the Mark(Ranged Weapons) Email: mark.principal@order.atlantia.sca.org The Order of the Pelican(Service) (Dawn Kimberly)Email: pelican.principal@order.atlantia.sca.orgWeb Site: http://pelicans.atlantia.sca.org The Order of the Rose(Former Consorts) Email: rose.principal@order.atlantia.sca.org The Order of Defense(Rapier) Email: defense.principal@order.atlantia.sca.org Principals of the Orders
- [Notables](https://atlantia.sca.org/notables/) - If you have recently won a Notable position, congratulations! please contact webteam@atlantia.sca.org to provide your name as you would like it displayed and the best email to use for contacting you. The Royal Bard is selected annually at Kingdom Twelfth Night (the second weekend in January). The Poeta Atlantiae is selected annually at Fall Coronation
- [Governing Documents](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/governing-documents/) - Greetings, good gentles of Atlantia! These pages contain the most recent updates to the Great Book of Law, the Book of Policy, and the Kingdom Financial Policy. All changes made by our Crown and Great Officers of State are posted here to keep you informed of these changes in a timely manner. If you have
- [Their Royal Highnesses](https://atlantia.sca.org/royalty/trh/) - Prince Ragnarr Blackhammer Princess Jân al-Tha`lab ( Contact Their Highnesses: trh@atlantia.sca.org ) Passion Reignited Our upcoming reign will center on the time period of the latter 14th and early 15th centuries. The focus of the reign will be "Passion Reignited." The goal is to show Us and your fellow Scadians, as well as to remind
- [Atlantian Kingdom Event Bids](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/kingdom-event-bids/) - Kingdom Event Bids — Kingdom of Atlantia Bids Coordinator & Committee Members The Kingdom Event Bid Committee is made up of four regional members and the Kingdom Event Bid Coordinator. Regional representatives serve Virginia; Maryland & the District of Columbia; North Carolina; and South Carolina & Georgia. Bids Coordinator: Duchess Luned of Snowden — Email
- [Event Resources](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/kingdom-event-bids/event-resources/) - Below is a list of resources that may assist in submitting a Kingdom Event Bid. The information is current at publication but may change without notice. Attendance Notes: The Golden Rose Tournament was held 2009 - 2015 and the average attendance was 234. Unevent attendance is not tracked, therefore no information is available. Please reach
- [Their Royal Majesties](https://atlantia.sca.org/royalty/trm/) - Their Royal Majesties: and trm@atlantia.sca.org (he/him) His Majesty, Wilhelm loves foods, particularly dried meats and cheeses, with bread, and dried fruits are also preferred, especially when fighting. He loves trying new foods, and your experiments are more than welcome. Please use very little spice, as he is very sensitive to spicy foods. His highness prefers
- [Welcome to the SCA!](https://atlantia.sca.org/welcome/) - Laughter floating on the breeze. Thuds, strikes, and cries of “Well Done” from warriors practicing their arts. Voices discussing topics old and no longer dusty. Dancing feet and the living music of happiness blanket the land. On behalf of Their Royal Majesties, Their Royal Heirs, and all who abide in the Kingdom of Atlantia, welcome
- [Baronage](https://atlantia.sca.org/baronage/) - The Kingdom of Atlantia is made up of the Mundane states of Maryland, Virgina, North Carolina, South Carolina, part of Tennessee, and the District of Columbia. The Complete Atlantia Map
- [Calendar](https://atlantia.sca.org/calendar/) - Information on obtaining the Atlantia Kingdom calendar via an .ics file
- [Contact Us](https://atlantia.sca.org/contact-us/) - If you would like to learn more about the SCA or the Kingdom of Atlantia, or volunteer to help with member outreach, email our Chatelain at chatelain@officer.atlantia.sca.org. Form powered by
- [Webminister](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/web-minister/) - The Kingdom Web Minister and their deputies are responsible for maintaining and monitoring the Kingdom's electronic resources and services, including (but not limited to): Kingdom domains and subdomains, web sites, and servers, and email systems and aliases Maintaining kingdom-specific applications like SPIKE, the Order of Precedence, Polling and Awards, etc. Warranting Webministers for the various
- [Webminister Report Form](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/web-minister/webminister-report-form/) - Form powered by
- [Youth Services](https://atlantia.sca.org/youth-services/) - Welcome!The SCA is not just for adults, there is space for youth as well. We put forth interesting activities atevents; primarily for ages 4-11, but sometimes teens as well. We encourage anyone with children tocome look and see what fun can be had with a younger view on events. Pages’ Academy is our longstanding organization
- [Media Relations](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/media-relations/) - This site is designed to give the Seneschals and general populace of Atlantia an idea as to why the Office of Media Relations has been created, what purpose it serves, and what services it can render. The Office of Media Relations is responsible for assisting local and regional groups in presenting factual information and a
- [Newcomers](https://atlantia.sca.org/newcomers/) - Welcome to the SCA On behalf of Their Majesties, Their Highnesses and the populace we extend an invitation to you to join us in the Kingdom of Atlantia. If you have ever been curious about pre 17th-century history and wondered what it was like to live during that time … then the Society for Creative
- [Media Credits](https://atlantia.sca.org/media-credits/) - Photographic content for this website has been graciously donated by the following members of our kingdom: Eva Bogaerts ( )Thomas Beeee ( ) PDFs on this site have been published by the Kingdom of Atlantia or provided from the Society for Creative Anachronism. Additional stock imagery sourced from: https://www.sca.org/about/photo-gallery/ http://socsen.sca.org/social-media/photography-resources/ If you have any questions
- [Disclaimer](https://atlantia.sca.org/disclaimer/) - This is the recognized website for the Kingdom of Atlantia of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. and is maintained by the Atlantian Web Minister. This site may contain electronic versions of the branch's governing documents. Any discrepancies between the electronic version of any information on this site and the printed version that is available
- [Chatelain](https://atlantia.sca.org/chatelain/) - This office is responsible for making sure that newcomers to the local group are made to feel welcome and receive the assistance that they need to become active members of the SCA. They are also responsible for ensuring that demos for recruitment and education are held. Newcomers Page Submit Chatelain Report Newcomers Quest Newcomers Quest
- [Award Recommendation Guide](https://atlantia.sca.org/award-recommendation-guide/) - Why you’re recommending them “I recommend Lady Jane for an Opal for their exceptional service to the Shire of Roxbury Mill.” "I recommend Noble Tyler for a Silver Osprey for their dedication to practice and skill on the heavy field" “I recommend Lord Sam for the Order of the Pearl for their study, creation, and
- [Webminister Warrant Request Form](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/web-minister/webminister-warrant-request-form/) - Form powered by
- [Web Team Support Ticket](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/web-minister/web-team-support-ticket/) - Form powered by
- [Chatelain Downloads](https://atlantia.sca.org/chatelain/chatelain-downloads/) - Policies of the Kingdom Chatelain Section 9.0 of the Atlantian Book Of Policy covers the policies of the Kingdom Chatelain, available for download at the Atlantian Clerk of Law page. These policies are also available for review via the online edition of the Atlantian Book Of Policy. Downloads Atlantia Chatelain Handbook V3 2021Download To submit a warrant as
- [Test Spike3](https://atlantia.sca.org/test-spike3/) - Start Date End Date Name Group Name City State Start Date End Date Name Group Name City State
- [Volunteer Opportunities](https://atlantia.sca.org/volunteers/) - Atlantia Volunteer Opportunities We are always looking for new, enthusiastic volunteers who want to learn more and help out. Here is a listing of current volunteer opportunities available within the Kingdom. If you have a position you would like to have added to this list, please contact us at volunteers@officer.atlantia.sca.org
- [Volunteer Dashboard](https://atlantia.sca.org/volunteer-dashboard/)
- [Post a Position](https://atlantia.sca.org/post-a-position/)
- [Going to your first event](https://atlantia.sca.org/chatelain/going-to-your-first-event/) - Where Do I Find Information on Events? Local SCA chapters that are hosting official SCA events are required to prepare event flyers. Event flyers are published in the Kingdom newsletter (the Acorn) and quite often, local newsletters. If you are not yet a member of the SCA and/or you have not received your first "Acorn,"
- [Whitelist Atlantia in Gmail](https://atlantia.sca.org/whitelist-atlantia-in-gmail/) - Additional filter ideas: Gmail Search Syntax Reference:https://support.google.com/mail/answer/7190?hl=en
- [Glossary Import](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary-import/) - You will need two plugins installed and activated before you begin:https://wordpress.org/plugins/enhanced-tooltipglossary/https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-all-import/ You will also need the glossary export file: atlantia_glossaryDownload
- [Reopening Atlantia](https://atlantia.sca.org/reopening-atlantia/) - This page contains the most up-to-date information from the Seneschal's office concerning the resumption of activities for groups within the Kingdom of Atlantia. Each of the files below has a short description of the contents along with the publication time for each document. It is important to note the file's date as information is subject
- [Map of Atlantia](https://atlantia.sca.org/map/) - (Click Image to Enlarge) Map of Atlantia courtesy of Master Bran Trefonnen
- [Glossary](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/) - Suggestions/Corrections Credits:"GOOD GRIEF, What do they mean by that?":https://www.sca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/jargon.pdfKingdom of Calontir Social Media #TuesdayVocab:https://www.instagram.com/calontir_official/ Contributors: Please provide any feedback you have related to the contents of this glossary. If you are providing new terms, please be as complete as you can. Suggestions and corrections are subject to review and, if accepted, may altered before publishing.
- [Atlantian Wordpress Guidelines](https://atlantia.sca.org/atlantian-wordpress-guidelines/) - Plugins The One Click Accessibility plugin handles a lot of the basics of meeting accessibility standards as well as providing a front end widget for visitors to adjust the page to meet their needs. Alt Text It is best to get in the habit of adding Alt Text to an image during the upload process.
- [Seneschal](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/) - The seneschal is the chief administrative officer of an SCA recognized branch, whose primary responsibility is the smooth operation of the branch. The seneschal typically runs the local meetings, and administers the operation of the branch, reporting on branch activities as required to the other officers of the kingdom. More simply, they become the branch's
- [Waiver Secretary](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/waiver-secretary/) - Waiver Secretary: Baroness Aine ingen ChuiminMKA: Beth McAllisterAddress: 5611 Jamisons Farm Dr.Warrenton, Va. 20187Phone: 404-931-7252 (please no calls after 10pm)Email: waivers AT atlantia.sca.org Attention to all Knight's Marshals and Seneschals:As a reminder, each group (no exceptions!) is required to report on a quarterly basis whether or not any martial activity waivers were signed. There is
- [Regnum](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/)
- [Event Steward for War of the Wings](https://atlantia.sca.org/autocrat-for-war-of-the-wings/) - Below are the expectations for the position of event steward for War of the Wings. We are looking for event stewards for War of the Wings 2023 and beyond. Resumes / Letters of Intent should be emailed to the the Kingdom Seneschal and Kingdom Events Committee. (senecshal@atlantia.sca.org and kingdomevents@atlantia.sca.org). ACCOUNTABILITY: The event steward will be
- [Kingdom Event Map](https://atlantia.sca.org/kingdom-event-map/)
- [Royalty](https://atlantia.sca.org/royalty/)
- [Clerk of Law](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/clerk-of-law/) - Greetings, good gentles of Atlantia! These pages contain the most recent updates to the Great Book of Law, the Book of Policy, and the Kingdom Financial Policy. All changes made by our Crown and Great Officers of State are posted here to keep you informed of these changes in a timely manner. If you have
- [Post Submission](https://atlantia.sca.org/post-submission/) - Use the form below to submit an Announcement or Open Position to the website. This form is for official use only. Submissions will be reviewed before being published. [user-submitted-posts]
- [Announcements](https://atlantia.sca.org/announcements/)
- [COVID Safe Comments](https://atlantia.sca.org/covid-safe-comments/) - Please provide commentary to Their Majesties, Eckehard and Jane, and to the Kingdom Seneschal, on continuing the COVIDSafe policy after March 12, 2022. This commentary email will be open from February 21, 2022 until March 2, 2022. Your comments will be anonymous (unless you chose to provide a name). REFERENCES https://www.sca.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/COVIDsafeVaccination-and-Testing-Policy-9-25-21.pdfhttps://www.sca.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/20210829-Proof-of-Vaccination-or-Negative-Test-Policy-FAQs.pdf
- [Local Groups](https://atlantia.sca.org/newcomers/local-groups/) - Baronies, Cantons, and Shires in Atlantia This is a list of all of the Branches located within the Kingdom of Atlantia. To check the zip codes of a city or county, please see the Zip Code Database
- [Open Positions](https://atlantia.sca.org/open-positions/)
- [Landing](https://atlantia.sca.org/landing/) - New to the SCA? Click below to explore the Kingdom of Atlantia and get involved with your local group. Find your nearest groupGet involved with Martial ActivitiesExplore historical arts and sciences Continue Members Page Already a member? Click below to continue to the Kingdom of Atlantia populace site. Continue
- [News Feed](https://atlantia.sca.org/news-feed/) - Kingdom of Atlantia, Web Minister
- [Branch Seneschals](https://atlantia.sca.org/officers/seneschal/branch-seneschals/)
- [404 File Not Found](https://atlantia.sca.org/404-file-not-found/) - The page or file that you are attempting to reach could not be found. Please use the navigation on this page, or the search feature below, to locate your desired resource. Please remember to update your links and bookmarks accordingly. For additional assistance, please contact the Kingdom Web Minister at webminister@officer.atlantia.sca.org.
- [Virtual Activities](https://atlantia.sca.org/calendar/activities/)
- [Event Information](https://atlantia.sca.org/event/)

## Jobs

- [Publishing Deputy for The Oak](https://atlantia.sca.org/job/publishing-deputy-for-the-oak/) - Reports to: Editor of The Oak Reporting Positions: None The purpose of this deputy position is to serve as the primary liaison between the Editor of The Oak and the Kingdom Chronicler’s office to support the regular publication of PDF versions of The Oak through the Kingdom Newsletter channels. This position is responsible for: ●
- [Editor of The Oak](https://atlantia.sca.org/job/editor-of-the-oak/) - Starting Date: January 2026 Warrant term: 3 years Reports to: Kingdom Minister of Arts and Sciences Reporting Positions: ● Publishing Deputy ● Social Media Deputy ● Webminister Deputy ● Editorial Staff Responsible for: ● Organization of the editorial staff. This includes but is not limited to maintaining the submissions spreadsheet, assigning editing projects, facilitating support
- [Kingdom Bid Committee Coordinator](https://atlantia.sca.org/job/kingdom-bid-committee-coordinator/) - The esteemed Kingdom Seneschal's office is poised to offer an exciting opportunity for a qualified individual to join our team as the Kingdom Bid Committee Coordinator. This pivotal role involves working closely with committee members to facilitate the solicitation of bids for Kingdom events, as stipulated in Kingdom Law section 5.13.6 and policy 1.9. The
- [KMOAS Deputy - Guild Liaison ](https://atlantia.sca.org/job/kmoas-deputy-guild-liaison/) - As the Guild Liaison for the Kingdom of Atlantia, a Kingdom Minister of Arts and Sciences Deputy, you will play a vital role in fostering strong relationships between the kingdom and its guilds. You will serve as the primary point of contact for guild representatives, facilitating communication, collaboration, and coordination between the kingdom populace and
- [Webminister For The Barony of Hidden Mountain](https://atlantia.sca.org/job/webminister-for-the-barony-of-hidden-mountain/) - We are looking for someone with a fair amount of web design and experience. However, if there is someone eager to dip their toes and learn. There is an opportunity to learn on the job.
- [Rapier Marshal For The Barony of Hidden Mountain](https://atlantia.sca.org/job/rapier-marshal-for-the-barony-of-hidden-mountain/) - The Rapier community in our Barony needs help. There are lots of eager newcomers that would love to try this out, but we lack an experienced Marshal to coordinate and run practices.
- [Exchequer for The Barony of Hidden Mountain](https://atlantia.sca.org/job/exchequer-for-the-barony-of-hidden-mountain/) - We are looking for anyone willing to take on the challenge. This is a great learning opportunity as there is time to train under Master Geoffrey who has been Exchequer for many years and held offices as high as the BoD. You would start as his deputy and then take over within the year.

## CM Tooltip Glossary

- [Day-Trip](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/day-trip/) - Also referred to as the Site Fee, this is the fee paid to attend an event. This fee does not cover camping, cabins, or feast unless specified.
- [Sumptuary Laws](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/sumptuary-laws/) - Laws which define particular items of jewelry or dress which indicate a specific award or status. Atlantia has no formal sumptuary laws, but highly encourages use of traditional society guidelines for student/protege/squire belt colors and the regalia worn by Knights (golden chain, white belt, and spurs).
- [Warrant](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/warrant/) - The permission and official record for an individual to act as an officer, on behalf of an office, or as a marshal. Most warrants have requirements for both initial receipt and for renewal, including paid society membership.
- [Gate](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/gate/) - This is the entry point of an event where attendees check in, pay any fees due, sign waivers, and receive any site information or tokens. Also often referred to as "troll", though this term is no longer encouraged.
- [Crown Tournament](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/crown-tournament/) - An event in which a martial tournament of heavy fighting is held to determine the next set of monarchs, the winner and their consort serve as heirs until their coronation. The winner is determined by fighting in a double elimination tournament.
- [Service](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/service/) - Within the SCA, service is recognized as the work of volunteers which maintain or improve either the structure or experience of the society. Service is frequently performed by executing the duties of an office, assisting with various aspects of running events, providing resources or education to others, or even simply helping another when asked. Service
- [Honor](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/honor/) - A broad term, typically used to describe behavior that is considered honest and ethical. E.g. Keeping one’s word, not telling lies, not using one's office or rank for self service, fulfilling one's obligations, giving credit where it is due, etc.
- [Solar](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/solar/) - At an SCA event, a Solar is typically a hosted space for working on a particular type of craft. These spaces are generally quiet or out of the way, and may last for a predetermined amount of time. Solars are most commonly seen with fiber arts.
- [Inclusiveness](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/inclusiveness/) - Inclusion is involvement and empowerment, where the inherent worth and dignity of all people are recognized. An inclusive organization promotes and sustains a sense of belonging; it values and practices respect for the talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of living of its members.
- [Diversity](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/diversity/) - The range of human differences, including but not limited to: race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religious or ethical values system, national origin, and political beliefs.
- [Vigil](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/vigil/) - A period of reflection where a person contemplates becoming a peer. Vigils can vary quite a lot in their practice and ideally take into consideration the preferences of the candidate.
- [Illumination](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/illumination/) - The decorative artwork that accompanies text in historical manuscriptsor society award scrolls. Along with calligraphy, it is often referred to as C&I.
- [Equestrian](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/equestrian/) - Any activity, or participant in such, which features horses.
- [Favor](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/favor/) - A token given to another, most often to a fighter, in show of one's personal support.
- [Fealty](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/fealty/) - The oath of loyalty. It is typically sworn between the Crown and the populace.It is sometimes sworn between peers and their students.
- [Calligraphy](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/calligraphy/) - The decorative text often seen in historical manuscripts or on society award scrolls.Along with Illumination, it is often referred to as C&I.
- [Webminister](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/webminister/) - An officer responsible for publishing content to websites and managing technological resources
- [Web Minister](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/web-minister/) - An officer responsible for publishing content to websites and managing technological resources
- [Great Book of Law](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/great-book-of-law/) - The document containing all of Atlantia's kingdom laws, including details about our internal structure, event, and officer requirements. In conjunction with the Book of Policy, it is part of our governing documents.
- [Atlantia Wiki](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/atlantia-wiki/) - A community editable information resource, primarily used by the populace for documenting their own personas and achievements but also containing additional information about many other aspects of the kingdom. See: wiki.atlantia.sca.org
- [Household](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/household/) - A subgroup of the populace who choose to affiliate closely together. Households have no official status or formal standing, but often act as a base of support and organization for their members. Households must comply with all kingdom laws and policies even if they have their own internal rules and organizational structure.
- [Royal Notable](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/royal-notable/) - An individual recognized by the monarchs for their abilities to champion a particular area of study or skill. Notables are specific positions defined in kingdom law and are selected at specified events. While many Royal Notables hold competitions to help determine their successor, the selection is entirely up to the crown.
- [Order Principal](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/order-principal/) - The head of a given order in Atlantia, who is responsible for communication between the crown and that order as well as organization within it.
- [Chancellor of Youth](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/chancellor-of-youth/) - An officer in charge of children's activities
- [Quartermaster](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/quartermaster/) - An officer in charge of managing the physical inventory for a local group.
- [Social Media Officer](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/social-media-officer/) - An officer responsible for managing social media accounts for their local group. This officer operates under the direction of the seneschal.
- [Award of Arms](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/award-of-arms/) - A society-wide award given by the royalty to recognize an individual for their over-all contributions. This can be given by default as a part of other kingdom awards, or given in its own right. Also written as "AoA" in abbreviation.
- [Court](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/court/) - A scheduled gathering for the Royalty or Baronage to conduct business, give awards, deliver censure, and make announcements. These gatherings are open to all who wish to attend. Courts are facilitated, and recorded by, a herald.
- [University](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/university/) - An organized series of events where members can teach their subject of choice to others. Records of classes taught and taken are kept, and both teachers and students may earn honorary degrees for their participation.
- [Troll](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/troll/) - Properly referred to as "Gate", this is the entry point of an event where attendees check in, pay any fees due, sign waivers, and receive any site information or tokens.
- [TRM](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/trm/) - Their Royal Majesties, in reference to the reigning monarchs (also referred to as the royals, the crown, the sovereign and consort, or when gender and persona appropriate The King(s) and or Queen(s).)
- [Herald](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/herald/) - An officer who helps participants come up with SCA names and armory, make announcements on the field, or facilitate and document official court business. Those who primarily focus on researching names and armory are referred to as "book heralds", while those who make announcements and facilitate court are referred to as "voice heralds".
- [Heavy Fighting](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/heavy-fighting/) - Armored combat with rattan versions of swords, pole-arms, and spears.
- [Rose](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/rose/) - An order whose membership is comprised of those who have served at least once as a ruling consort.
- [Armored Combat](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/armored-combat/) - Armored combat with rattan versions of swords, pole-arms, and spears.
- [Lady](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/lady/) - Feminine title for an individual that has received an Award of Arms.
- [Lord](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/lord/) - Masculine title for an individual that has received an Award of Arms.
- [MoD](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/mod/) - Master of Defense. In reference to a member of the Order of Defense, a peerage order that primarily recognizes skill with the rapier.
- [Masters of Defense](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/masters-of-defense/) - Common reference to the Order of Defense. A peerage order that primarily recognizes skill with the rapier. Members are often referred to as MoDs.
- [Corpora](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/corpora/) - The laws and policies as written by The Society for Creative Anachronism corporate body. These documents govern the whole of the society.
- [Royal Peer](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/royal-peer/) - A person who has served as the sovereign or consort for a kingdom or principality at least once.
- [Coronet](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/coronet/) - Usually used in reference to the ceremonial ruler(s) of a principality or a barony. Alternatively to the physical regalia of the crowns that they wear.
- [SCArs](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/scars/) - Society for Creative Anachronism Registration System. Also sometimes shown as "SCA-rs". This is a system hosted by sca.org which allows for members to pre register for events electronically.
- [TRH](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/trh/) - Their Royal Highnesses, in reference to the heirs to the throne, the victor of crown tournament and their consort who will become the next rulers of the kingdom. (also referred to as the heirs, or when gender and persona appropriate The Prince(s) and or Princess(es).)
- [MOAS](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/moas/) - Minister of Arts and Sciences, usually in reference to the office for a particular kingdom or local group. This office is responsible for organizing and promoting study and works of the Arts and Sciences within the SCA.
- [Kingdom](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/kingdom/) - An organized body of the SCA covering a large region, ruled by a sovereign and their consort (also referred to as the royals, monarchs, their majesties, etc.), and managed by a counsel of great officers. Kingdoms have their own laws and policies in compliance with those of the society as a whole.
- [Baroness](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/baroness/) - Feminine title for an individual who oversees a large local group called a Barony and acts as a representative of the Crown. Alternatively, has been awarded a Court Barony as a sign of recognition of their exceptional service to the crown.
- [Baron](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/baron/) - Masculine title for an individual who oversees a large local group called a Barony and acts as a representative of the Crown. Alternatively, has been awarded a Court Barony as a sign of recognition of their exceptional service to the crown.
- [Squire](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/squire/) - A student in a formal relationship of study with a member of the Order of the Chivalry. They are loosely defined as having a focus on martial combat, but may have many areas of interest and study.
- [Twelfth Night](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/twelfth-night/) - An annual Atlantian event held in January, usually indoors and focusing on the Arts and Sciences
- [Unevent](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/unevent/) - An annual event focused on mundane, officer, and order business.
- [War](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/war/) - An event primarily focused around an overarching martial theme, often multi-day regional events
- [Wet Site](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/wet-site/) - An event location that permits the consumption of alcohol during the event
- [Precedence](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/precedence/) - The order in which certain awards represent a higher level of achievement and service (i.e. a King is higher than a Baron, a Baron is higher than a Lord, etc.). This varies from kingdom to kingdom.
- [Order of Precedence](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/order-of-precedence/) - The order in which certain awards represent a higher level of achievement and service (i.e. a King is higher than a Baron, a Baron is higher than a Lord, etc.). This varies from kingdom to kingdom.
- [Polling Order](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/polling-order/) - An award whose recipients are recommended to the Crown by those who have already received it
- [Anachronism](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/anachronism/) - A thing belonging or appropriate to a period other than that in which it exists, especially a thing that is conspicuously old-fashioned.
- [Minister of the Lists](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/minister-of-the-lists/) - An officer who organizes and runs martial tournaments, often referred to as an MoL
- [Mistress](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/mistress/) - A default feminine title for any person who has been granted a peerage. Note that individuals frequently choose different titles to suit their personas.
- [MoL](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/mol/) - Minister of the Lists, an officer who organizes and runs martial tournaments
- [Mundane](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/mundane/) - Referring to something outside of the context of the game (ex. blue jeans are mundane clothes).
- [Noble](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/noble/) - Gender neutral title for any person who has been granted an Award of Arms.
- [Peer](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/peer/) - An individual that has received a peerage (Laurel, Pelican, Knight, Defense, Royal), the highest tier of recognition and award within the society.
- [Pelican](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/pelican/) - A peer that has been recognized primarily for their works of service to the society
- [Period](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/period/) - Used to refer to something within the historical context of the SCA (ex. A period text refers to an extant historical work from before 1600)
- [Persona](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/persona/) - The character that a given SCA member is playing, usually under an appropriate name that fits that character's background and culture
- [Populace](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/populace/) - The entire membership of a given area
- [Protégé](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/protege/) - A student in a formal relationship of study with a member of the Order of the Pelican. They are loosely defined as having a focus on acts of service, but may have many areas of interest and study.
- [Queen](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/queen/) - Feminine title for a currently reigning monarch, the Sovereign and/or their Consort. As the rulers of the entire Kingdom, they can make or change laws except where the new law would conflict with the Society’s rules.
- [Rapier](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/rapier/) - A specific martial style using the weapon of the same name, often referred to more generically as fencing.
- [Regnum](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/regnum/) - The roster of all current monarchs, royal notables, great officers of state, officers of state, heads of kingdom projects, and deputies.
- [SCA Name](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/sca-name/) - A name chosen for an individual's persona. Names can be officially registered with the college of heralds.
- [Scadian](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/scadian/) - Any member of the Society for Creative Anachronism
- [Seneschal](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/seneschal/) - The officer acting as the group administrator and legal representative of the SCA for their kingdom / barony / local group.
- [Shire](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/shire/) - Shires are local groups which are not quite large enough to be their own barony, but do not exist within another local group's area.
- [Site Fee](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/site-fee/) - The fee paid to attend an event, not covering camping or feast unless specified.
- [Gold Key](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/gold-key/) - A collection of period appropriate clothing and costuming that can be lent out to newcomers, dressing them for an event.
- [Great Officers](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/great-officers/) - The heads of various offices for the kingdom at the appointment of the crown
- [Heavy Weapons](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/heavy-weapons/) - armored combat with rattan versions of swords, polearms, and spears
- [Highnesses](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/highnesses/) - The honorific title for the current heirs in a kingdom or principality upon winning crown tournament
- [Investiture](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/investiture/) - the event at which the new sovereign and consort of a principality, or the new baronage of a barony are installed.
- [King](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/king/) - Masculine title for a currently reigning monarch, the Sovereign and/or their Consort. As the rulers of the entire Kingdom, they can make or change laws except where the new law would conflict with the Society’s rules.
- [Knight](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/knight/) - A member of the peerage, the Order of the Chivalry.
- [Laurel](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/laurel/) - A peer that has been recognized primarily for their contributions to the Arts and Sciences within the society.
- [List Field](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/list-field/) - The space at an event that has been provisioned for martial activities
- [List Table](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/list-table/) - The location where competitors sign in and where the Minister of Lists keeps track of the paperwork necessary to actually run the tournament
- [Majesties](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/majesties/) - The honorific title for the reigning monarchs
- [Marshal](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/marshal/) - An officer or warranted individual who oversees combat activities at events and practices, or advises on related policies
- [Master](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/master/) - A default masculine title for any person who has been granted a peerage. Note that individuals frequently choose different titles to suit their personas.
- [Melee](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/melee/) - A martial combat activity with many participants on each side.
- [Coronation](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/coronation/) - An event where the winner of Crown Tournament, and their consort, are crowned as the reigning monarchs for the next term. Coronation occurs once in the spring and once in the fall.
- [Count](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/count/) - Masculine title for an individual that has served once as a reigning monarch.
- [Countess](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/countess/) - Feminine title for an individual that has served once as a reigning monarch.
- [Dayboard](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/dayboard/) - Hospitality that can be provided by any group or individual, usually assorted food and drink made freely available to any and all.
- [DEI](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/dei/) - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. An office that operates beneath the seneschal to pursue issues related to its namesake.
- [Demo](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/demo/) - An abbreviated reference to a demonstration. An event specifically designed for the general public in which SCA members introduce different aspects of The Society and gameplay to the general public.
- [Demonstration](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/demonstration/) - An event specifically designed to show SCA arts, martial activities, and gameplay to the general public.
- [Device](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/device/) - An individual or entity's heraldic emblem, also referred to as arms if the owner has received an Award of Arms
- [Dry Site](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/dry-site/) - A site that restricts the presence and consumption of alcohol during an event to varying degrees.
- [Duchess](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/duchess/) - Feminine title for an individual that has served at least twice as a reigning monarch.
- [Duke](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/duke/) - Masculine title for an individual that has served at least twice as a reigning monarch.
- [ESP](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/esp/) - Electronic System for Polling, a system for conducting polls of the populace. Usually for either individual orders, or for the selection of baronage.
- [Event Steward](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/event-steward/) - The individual responsible for the organization and administration of an event, also known as an autocrat.
- [Exchequer](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/exchequer/) - An officer responsible for the financial records and accounts for their local group.
- [Feast](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/feast/) - An organized group meal on site, usually after the final court of an event, with limited attendance and at an added cost.
- [Fencing](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/fencing/) - Late period lightly armoured combat, generally focusing on skill with the rapier
- [Garb](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/garb/) - Clothing which reflects a culture from a historical period. Most events require that attendees wear an attempt at appropriate garb.
- [Gentle](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/gentle/) - A respectful term to refer to any person of any gender.
- [A.S.](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/a-s/) - Acronym for Anno Societatis, the date system used in the SCA, beginning with year one (I) on May 1, 1966.
- [A&S](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/as/) - Acronym for Arts and Sciences. The study of the humanities, natural, mathematical, and social sciences in period.
- [AEL](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/ael/) - Atlantian Enterprise Login, an individual user account that allows members to access atlantian web services
- [Apprentice](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/apprentice/) - A student in a formal, filial relationship with a member of the Order of the Laurel, referred to as the student's peer.
- [Armiger](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/armiger/) - A person who has been awarded the right to bear arms. Armiger may also be used as a title by someone who has received an award or grant of arms. In this usage, it follows the name, as in Robin Goodfellow, Armiger.
- [Arms](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/arms/) - The registered personal device of an individual who has been granted an Award of Arms.
- [Arts and Sciences](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/arts-and-sciences/) - The study of the humanities, natural, mathematical, and social sciences in period.
- [Authorization](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/authorization/) - The process that anyone wishing to participate in any aspect of combat must go through to be allowed to participate in martial activities. It also requires the signing of a waiver, which is kept on file for seven years. Authorized parties are issued a card that they must present in order to be involved in
- [Autocrat](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/autocrat/) - The individual responsible for the organization and administration of an event, also known as an Event Steward.
- [Bardic](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/bardic/) - An event involving music and singing in which individuals are encouraged to join in the entertainment.
- [Barony](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/barony/) - A local branch of a kingdom, usually made up of a large geographical region. Baronies have their own officers, and ceremonial leaders (the baronage or coronets).
- [Blue Card](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/blue-card/) - An individual's membership card, displaying their ID number and expiration date.
- [Canton](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/canton/) - A smaller subgroup within a barony. Cantons have their own officers but do not have ceremonial leaders.
- [Chatelain](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/chatelain/) - An officer responsible for welcoming new members and outreach.
- [Chatelaine](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/chatelaine/) - An officer responsible for welcoming new members and outreach.
- [Chivalry](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/chivalry/) - A peerage order with a focus on martial activities with members that are referred to as knights. Often referred to casually as The Chiv.
- [Chronicler](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/chronicler/) - The officer responsible for publishing newsletters and managing media releases.
- [Collegium](https://atlantia.sca.org/glossary/collegium/) - An event focused on hosting classes, taught by members to other members.

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