Baronial Awards
Honoring Excellence in Our Barony
Awards are a treasured part of life in the Barony of SunDragon, honoring individuals for their service, skill, creativity, and dedication. These recognitions highlight excellence in diverse areas such as the arts and sciences, martial prowess, and acts of service. Each one is a testament to both personal achievement and the strength of our community.
Nominating someone for an award is a meaningful way to show appreciation and reinforce the values that make SunDragon shine. By taking a moment to recommend a fellow member, you help ensure their efforts are seen, valued, and remembered.
Not sure which award fits best? Browse our Baronial Awards by area of focus. Recognizing others is quick, easy, and deeply impactful. Your voice helps celebrate what makes our Barony exceptional.
Service
Arts & Sciences
Armored Combat
Rapier
Archery
Courtesy, Hospitality & Gratitude
Youth
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Barony of SunDragon
Service Awards
Order of the Honor Of SunDragon
Given by the Baron/ess to those people who have toiled in service to the Barony, or otherwise have excelled in Merit.
- Gules ribbon – first
- Argent ribbon – second
- Azure ribbon – third
- Or ribbon – fourth
- Purpure ribbon – Full Companionship
Commander of the Honor of SunDragon
Given by the Baron or Baroness to full Companions of the Honor of SunDragon who have demonstrated high merit and continued service and duty within the Barony of SunDragon.
Order of the Prisma Draconis of SunDragon
Given by the Coronet to those who continue to give years of faithful service to the barony. This award may be given at any Barony of Sun Dragon event. This is considered the highest honor of the barony.
Order of the Rainbow's Gold
Given by the Baroness or Baron to those persons recognized by the other members of the Order as having completed the requirements necessary, in combat, heraldry, dancing, games, calligraphy, music/literature, courtly behavior, persona research, and service to others.
Order of the Prasinos Drakaina
Given to those who have served as Chatelaine/Steward and provided exemplary personal service to the Baroness and Baron during their time in this position.
Order of the Melanos Drakon
Given to those who have served as Overall Champion/Captain of the Guard and provided exemplary personal service to the Baron and Baroness during their time in this position.
Baroness' & Baron's Award of Drengr
Given by the Baroness to those individuals who have been of constant and extraordinary personal service to her during her and his reign, respectively.
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Arts & Sciences Awards
Order of the Dragon's Scale
Gven by the Baron/ess to those persons who have excelled in the Arts in the Barony of Sundragon.
- Gules jewel – first
- Argent jewel – second
- Azure jewel – third
- Or jewel – fourth
- Purpure jewel – Full Companionship
Commander of the Dragon's Scale
Given by the Baroness or Baron to full Companions of the Dragon’s Scale of SunDragon who have demonstrated high merit and continued activity in the area of the arts and sciences within the Barony of Sun Dragon.
Order of the Rainbow's Gold
Given by the Baroness or Baron to those persons recognized by the other members of the Order as having completed the requirements necessary, in combat, heraldry, dancing, games, calligraphy, music/literature, courtly behavior, persona research, and service to others.
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Armored Combat Awards
Order of the Dragon's Fury
Given by the Baron and/or Baroness to those people who have displayed excellence in the fighting arts, both in the use and the teaching of the weapons of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc.
- The first level, known as Trooper, shall be designated by a single cord of red.
- The second level, known as Corporal, shall be designated by a single cord of blue.
- The third level, known as Sergeant, shall be designated by a single cord of gold.
- The full award, known as Ensign, shall be designated by a braided cord in the colors of the award.
Commander of the Dragon's Fury
Given by the Baron or Baroness to full Companions of the Dragon’s Fury of Sun Dragon who have demonstrated high merit and continued activity in fighting arts within the Barony of Sun Dragon.
Order of the Rainbow's Gold
Given by the Baroness or Baron to those persons recognized by the other members of the Order as having completed the requirements necessary, in combat, heraldry, dancing, games, calligraphy, music/literature, courtly behavior, persona research, and service to others.
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Rapier Defense Awards
Order of the Dragon's Fury
Given by the Baron and/or Baroness to those people who have displayed excellence in the fighting arts, both in the use and the teaching of the weapons of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc.
- The first level, known as Trooper, shall be designated by a single cord of red.
- The second level, known as Corporal, shall be designated by a single cord of blue.
- The third level, known as Sergeant, shall be designated by a single cord of gold.
- The full award, known as Ensign, shall be designated by a braided cord in the colors of the award.
Commander of the Dragon's Fury
Given by the Baron or Baroness to full Companions of the Dragon’s Fury of Sun Dragon who have demonstrated high merit and continued activity in fighting arts within the Barony of Sun Dragon.
Baroness' Cavaliers
Given at the pleasure of the Baroness to members if the populace of Sun Dragon who have demonstrated qualities in courtesy and rapier defense.
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Archery Awards
Order of the Dragon's Fury
Given by the Baron and/or Baroness to those people who have displayed excellence in the fighting arts, both in the use and the teaching of the weapons of the Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc.
- The first level, known as Trooper, shall be designated by a single cord of red.
- The second level, known as Corporal, shall be designated by a single cord of blue.
- The third level, known as Sergeant, shall be designated by a single cord of gold.
- The full award, known as Ensign, shall be designated by a braided cord in the colors of the award.
Commander of the Dragon's Fury
Given by the Baron or Baroness to full Companions of the Dragon’s Fury of Sun Dragon who have demonstrated high merit and continued activity in fighting arts within the Barony of Sun Dragon.
Order of the Dragon's Eye of Sun Dragon
Given by the Baroness and Baron, subject to the pleasure of the Crown, to those persons who have displayed excellence in the performance, promotion and teaching of the chivalrous art of archery.
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Courtesy, Hospitality & Gratitude Awards
Order of the Dragon's Heart
Given by the Coronet of Sun Dragon to individuals who have shown the worthy qualities of courtesy and courtly behavior with such consistency that they are recognized to be an example of gallantry to all.
Commander of the Dragon's Heart
Given by the Baron or Baroness to full Companions of the Dragon’s Heart of Sun Dragon who continue to show the qualities of courtesy and courtly behavior with such consistency that they should be recognized as an example of gallantry to all.
Order of Dragons Fireplace
Given to individuals or households who have consistently and over time opened their manors and shown hospitality in its many and varied forms to strangers and friends to our fair barony.
Order of Rainbow's Flame
Given to the animals and beasts that bring joy and
happiness to members of the populace of the Barony of SunDragon.
Order of the Rainbow's Gold
Given by the Baroness or Baron to those persons recognized by the other members of the Order as having completed the requirements necessary, in combat, heraldry, dancing, games, calligraphy, music/literature, courtly behavior, persona research, and service to others.
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Youth Awards
Order of the Dragon’s Talons
Given by the Baroness and the Baron to individuals who demonstrate skill, enthusiasm and responsibility in the fighting arts and understanding the codes of chivalry.
- 6 – 9 years: Level 3 or Gules Level
- 10 – 12 years: Level 2 or Argent Level
- 13 – 16 years: Level 1 or Or Level
Order of the Rainbow's Promise
Given by the Coronet of Sun Dragon to individuals who are under 16 years of age who are a radiant example of the promise of the Dream by their efforts in the many aspects of the Society, which may include arts, service, the fighting arts, and who display a good knowledge of the courtly graces.