North Star Order

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== Summary ==
 
== Summary ==
The North Star Order is an order of noble fighters from all various backgrounds. Its mission is "to instill a sense of chivalry, camaraderie, achievement and honor to those who so choose to join it. The Order will establish a ranked structure both for leadership as well as regular forces, whose focus will be primarily the martial studies inside BMCS." It was originally founded by [[Carden Coburn]] and [[Kaladin]] in an attempt to create an outpost for potential fighters in Camp Pendleton, California. The group functions as an egalitarian democracy where no one has any more say in the group than the others. It previously served the realm of [[Andor]], but as of 2016, relocated to the fledgling realm of [[Blackfen]]. The unit hopes to serve as representation for southern Indiana, a typically under-served area.
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The North Star Order is an order of noble fighters and knights from all various backgrounds. Its mission is "to instill a sense of chivalry, camaraderie, achievement and honor to those who so choose to join it. The Order will establish a ranked structure both for leadership as well as regular forces, whose focus will be primarily the martial studies inside BMCS." It was originally founded by [[Carden Coburn]] and [[Kaladin]] in an attempt to create an outpost for potential fighters in Camp Pendleton, California. The group functions as an egalitarian democracy where no one has any more say in the group than the others. It previously served the realm of [[Andor]], but as of 2016, relocated to the fledgling realm of [[Blackfen]], where it served as a foundational structure to aid the growth of the realm. The unit hopes to serve as a knightly representation for southern Indiana, a typically under-served area.
  
  
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== Insignia ==
 
== Insignia ==
 
[[file:NSOFlagv3.png]]
 
[[file:NSOFlagv3.png]]
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== Mission Statement ==
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Per the North Star Order Unit Charter:
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It is the mission of the North Star Order, herein referred to as The Order, to instill a sense of chivalry, camaraderie, achievement and honor to those who so choose to join it. The Order will establish a ranked structure both for ordained knighthood as well as regular fighters, whose focus will be primarily the martial studies inside BMCS.
  
  
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'''June 15, 2016'''
 
'''June 15, 2016'''
  
After the departure of Kaladin and Carden from Camp Pendleton, leadership was handed over to Carden, who relocated to southern Indiana. After a hiatus of three years, the unit was revitalized.
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After the departure of [[Kaladin]] and [[Carden Coburn]] from Camp Pendleton, leadership was handed over to Carden, who relocated to southern Indiana. After a hiatus of three years, the unit was revitalized.  
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== Rank Structure ==
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'''Line Fighters'''
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Initiate - uninitiated, walk-on or accessory members start here
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Lineman/Linewoman - after initiation, members are promoted to this rank. Most members will remain in this rank.
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Corporal - If enough time has passed and the unit feels as though a member is a fit for leadership, they will nominate names to the Sergeants for selection for this rank.
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Sergeant - Selected by Officers to lead Corporals and Linemen.
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First Sergeant - Sergeant elected by the unit to lead Sergeants. This is the only elected position for the regular forces.
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'''The Knighthood'''
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Page - Reserved for those who wish to follow the path of Knighthood but are too young or inexperienced to serve as a Squire. They will remain as a Page until of age and selected by a Knight for Squireship. One can remain in the Line Fighter hierarchy while serving as Page.
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Squire - When a member feels as though they would like to serve as a Knight of the Order, they may approach a Knight and declare as such. If the Knight feels as though the member has served diligently and is a good candidate, they may accept them as Squire.
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Knight Errant - After a calendar year as a squire, Officers may be approached by a Squire and declare themselves ready for Trial. After completing the True North Trials, a Squire has earned the title of Knight Errant. Knights Errant are probationary positions and serve as junior Officers and direct commanders in training. They are not assigned official leadership positions in battle.
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Knight of the Order - After their probationary stint as a Knight Errant, and Command has determined that the member will make a suitable Knight, they are promoted to reflect. All the basic requirements of a Knight Errant will continue to be met, but Knights are assigned leadership positions within the unit and will serve as such in battle.
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'''Knight Officers'''
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These are all the officiating positions, aside from
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Knight Lieutenant - the Order maintains two elected Lieutenants who serve as leaders of Knights and as exemplary members of the Order. They maintain lists of members, inventory as well as see to the accomplishment of matters of discipline.
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Knight Captain - the Knight Captain is an elected position whose job is to see to the execution of plans decided in War Council and to fill the spaces that the Commander cannot, and fill in for the Commander when they are not available.
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Knight Commander - the Knight Commander is an elected official who spearheads the Order and serves as both a figurehead, a director and a planner. They direct the vision of the Order and coordinate events, training schedules and ratify any potential changes to the Charter.
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== Membership ==
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A full member is classified as: one who is a member of [[Blackfen]], a member of the Order, maintains 50% attendance rate on average, and maintains the required equipment as designated by the Unit Charter.
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Current Members:
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[[Carden Coburn]] - First Sergeant, Page
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[[Arthur Coburn]] - Sergeant, Page
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Night - Lineman, Page
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Freya - Linewoman
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Nameless - Lineman, Page
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Skullcrusher - Lineman, Page
  
  

Revision as of 01:33, 29 June 2020


Contents

Summary

The North Star Order is an order of noble fighters and knights from all various backgrounds. Its mission is "to instill a sense of chivalry, camaraderie, achievement and honor to those who so choose to join it. The Order will establish a ranked structure both for leadership as well as regular forces, whose focus will be primarily the martial studies inside BMCS." It was originally founded by Carden Coburn and Kaladin in an attempt to create an outpost for potential fighters in Camp Pendleton, California. The group functions as an egalitarian democracy where no one has any more say in the group than the others. It previously served the realm of Andor, but as of 2016, relocated to the fledgling realm of Blackfen, where it served as a foundational structure to aid the growth of the realm. The unit hopes to serve as a knightly representation for southern Indiana, a typically under-served area.



Insignia

NSOFlagv3.png


Mission Statement

Per the North Star Order Unit Charter:

It is the mission of the North Star Order, herein referred to as The Order, to instill a sense of chivalry, camaraderie, achievement and honor to those who so choose to join it. The Order will establish a ranked structure both for ordained knighthood as well as regular fighters, whose focus will be primarily the martial studies inside BMCS.


Founding

April 23, 2014

The group was founded after some initial thought of roughly two weeks. The two founders talked with those who displayed interest and thus the unit was formed. It would be a place where people living in the area (Camp Pendleton) could come to learn, build and train together. The preliminary group was established with four members and a potential of several more.


Relocation

June 15, 2016

After the departure of Kaladin and Carden Coburn from Camp Pendleton, leadership was handed over to Carden, who relocated to southern Indiana. After a hiatus of three years, the unit was revitalized.


Rank Structure

Line Fighters

Initiate - uninitiated, walk-on or accessory members start here

Lineman/Linewoman - after initiation, members are promoted to this rank. Most members will remain in this rank.

Corporal - If enough time has passed and the unit feels as though a member is a fit for leadership, they will nominate names to the Sergeants for selection for this rank.

Sergeant - Selected by Officers to lead Corporals and Linemen.

First Sergeant - Sergeant elected by the unit to lead Sergeants. This is the only elected position for the regular forces.


The Knighthood

Page - Reserved for those who wish to follow the path of Knighthood but are too young or inexperienced to serve as a Squire. They will remain as a Page until of age and selected by a Knight for Squireship. One can remain in the Line Fighter hierarchy while serving as Page.

Squire - When a member feels as though they would like to serve as a Knight of the Order, they may approach a Knight and declare as such. If the Knight feels as though the member has served diligently and is a good candidate, they may accept them as Squire.

Knight Errant - After a calendar year as a squire, Officers may be approached by a Squire and declare themselves ready for Trial. After completing the True North Trials, a Squire has earned the title of Knight Errant. Knights Errant are probationary positions and serve as junior Officers and direct commanders in training. They are not assigned official leadership positions in battle.

Knight of the Order - After their probationary stint as a Knight Errant, and Command has determined that the member will make a suitable Knight, they are promoted to reflect. All the basic requirements of a Knight Errant will continue to be met, but Knights are assigned leadership positions within the unit and will serve as such in battle.


Knight Officers

These are all the officiating positions, aside from

Knight Lieutenant - the Order maintains two elected Lieutenants who serve as leaders of Knights and as exemplary members of the Order. They maintain lists of members, inventory as well as see to the accomplishment of matters of discipline.

Knight Captain - the Knight Captain is an elected position whose job is to see to the execution of plans decided in War Council and to fill the spaces that the Commander cannot, and fill in for the Commander when they are not available.

Knight Commander - the Knight Commander is an elected official who spearheads the Order and serves as both a figurehead, a director and a planner. They direct the vision of the Order and coordinate events, training schedules and ratify any potential changes to the Charter.


Membership

A full member is classified as: one who is a member of Blackfen, a member of the Order, maintains 50% attendance rate on average, and maintains the required equipment as designated by the Unit Charter.

Current Members:

Carden Coburn - First Sergeant, Page

Arthur Coburn - Sergeant, Page

Night - Lineman, Page

Freya - Linewoman

Nameless - Lineman, Page

Skullcrusher - Lineman, Page


Contact Info

Carden Coburn - First Sergeant

Arthur Coburn - Sergeant

Email: NSO.Commander@gmail.com

Mobile: (760)792-7382

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