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	==Virtue==		==Virtue==
	Adelmar was recognised as an [[paragons and exemplars\|exemplar]] of [[Ambition]] by the [[~~Imperial~~ Synod]] in 176YE.		Adelmar was recognised as an [[paragons and exemplars\|exemplar]] of [[Ambition]] by the [[Synod]] in 176YE.
	==Biography==		==Biography==
	Adelmar of Arnet, also known as Adelmar the Lion, or the Lion of Arnet, is both the founder of the Academy of Arms and an exemplar of Ambition.		Adelmar of Arnet, also known as Adelmar the Lion, or the Lion of Arnet, is both the founder of the Academy of Arms and an exemplar of Ambition.

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	<quote-right by="inscription on the wall of the Academy of Arms (circa ~~64 YE~~)">The object of war is not to die for your country, but to make your enemy die for theirs.</quote-right>		<quote-right by="inscription on the wall of the Academy of Arms (circa 64YE)">The object of war is not to die for your country, but to make your enemy die for theirs.</quote-right>

	==Virtue==		==Virtue==
	Adelmar was recognised as an [[paragons and exemplars\|exemplar]] of [[Ambition]] by the [[Imperial Synod]] in ~~176 YE~~.		Adelmar was recognised as an [[paragons and exemplars\|exemplar]] of [[Ambition]] by the [[Imperial Synod]] in 176YE.
	==Biography==		==Biography==
	Adelmar of Arnet, also known as Adelmar the Lion, or the Lion of Arnet, is both the founder of the Academy of Arms and an exemplar of Ambition.		Adelmar of Arnet, also known as Adelmar the Lion, or the Lion of Arnet, is both the founder of the Academy of Arms and an exemplar of Ambition.

	According to the Scroll of Noble Deeds, housed in the Imperial Library, Adelmar was born in ~~32 YE~~ and grew up as a younger son to a family of farmers residing near the [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] town of [[Astolat#Weaving\|Weaving]].		According to the Scroll of Noble Deeds, housed in the Imperial Library, Adelmar was born in 32YE and grew up as a younger son to a family of farmers residing near the [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] town of [[Astolat#Weaving\|Weaving]].
	<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Adelmar The Lion.jpg\|title=Panel taken from a depiction of Adelmar by Asenath Daughter of Esther, Felix’s Watch \| caption=Widely believed to be a [[changeling]], Adelmar is often depicted in art as having leonine qualities significantly more pronounced than those possessed by any [[lineage\|lineaged]]. Some priests consider images that depict Adelmar with a lion's head to be blasphemous, while [[Highguard_history#Archivists\|others]] defend them as artistic expression intended to bring out the deeper truth of his fierce [[ambition]].\| align=right\|width=450}}</div>		<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Adelmar The Lion.jpg\|title=Panel taken from a depiction of Adelmar by Asenath Daughter of Esther, Felix’s Watch \| caption=Widely believed to be a [[changeling]], Adelmar is often depicted in art as having leonine qualities significantly more pronounced than those possessed by any [[lineage\|lineaged]]. Some priests consider images that depict Adelmar with a lion's head to be blasphemous, while [[Highguard_history#Archivists\|others]] defend them as artistic expression intended to bring out the deeper truth of his fierce [[ambition]].\| align=right\|width=450}}</div>
	At the age of eleven his parents played host to a visiting company of [[Knight-errant\|Knights-errant]]. The Knight-commander, Elaine of Faybourne, identified something special in Adelmar and took him under her wing, apprenticing him as her squire but also teaching him the way of the sword and setting him on the path to glory. He proved a quick study and trained hard, improving his techniques until he excelled with both sword and spear. By the age of sixteen he was as skilled as any of the Knights-errant and was granted command of the company's yeomanry.		At the age of eleven his parents played host to a visiting company of [[Knight-errant\|Knights-errant]]. The Knight-commander, Elaine of Faybourne, identified something special in Adelmar and took him under her wing, apprenticing him as her squire but also teaching him the way of the sword and setting him on the path to glory. He proved a quick study and trained hard, improving his techniques until he excelled with both sword and spear. By the age of sixteen he was as skilled as any of the Knights-errant and was granted command of the company's yeomanry.

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	It has been noted that Adelmar himself was recorded as saying that "''The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their ambition, expressed via their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavour.''"		It has been noted that Adelmar himself was recorded as saying that "''The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their ambition, expressed via their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavour.''"

	During the year ~~176 YE~~ the Imperial Synod recognised Adelmar as an exemplar of Ambition.		During the year 176YE the Imperial Synod recognised Adelmar as an exemplar of Ambition.
	==Signs==		==Signs==
	The Assembly of Ambition cited the following signs of Adelmar's exemplardom:		The Assembly of Ambition cited the following signs of Adelmar's exemplardom:
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	* Adelmar's cloak, ''The Lion's Mantle'', is a relic and evidence of a '''[[Signs_of_the_paragon_and_exemplar#Benevolence\|Legacy]]'''.		* Adelmar's cloak, ''The Lion's Mantle'', is a relic and evidence of a '''[[Signs_of_the_paragon_and_exemplar#Benevolence\|Legacy]]'''.
	* Although not a sign per se, it has been noted that the Empress Richilde, a recognised paragon of Pride, rewarded Adelmar for his 'virtuous deeds'.		* Although not a sign per se, it has been noted that the Empress Richilde, a recognised paragon of Pride, rewarded Adelmar for his 'virtuous deeds'.
	~~==Further Reading==~~
	* [[Ambition]]
	* [[Three_celebrations_and_a_funeral#Lion_of_Arnet\|Three celebrations and a funeral]] - Winter 383YE Wind of Fortune about an opportunity to create a central place of pilgrimage dedicated to Adelmar
	==Adelmar in Play==		==Adelmar in Play==
	===Recent History===		===Recent History===
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	On the slopes of [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Mount Siluri]] in [[Redoubt]] stands the original Academy of Arms founded by Adelmar with the support of [[Empress Richilde]]. Reached by a treacherous and winding mountain path, it had been somewhat eclipsed in the centuries since its foundation by the Academies of Dawn and the League. It remained a popular site of pilgrimage for followers of the Way seeking to learn more about Adelmar - or to study under the teachers who maintained the school there.		On the slopes of [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Mount Siluri]] in [[Redoubt]] stands the original Academy of Arms founded by Adelmar with the support of [[Empress Richilde]]. Reached by a treacherous and winding mountain path, it had been somewhat eclipsed in the centuries since its foundation by the Academies of Dawn and the League. It remained a popular site of pilgrimage for followers of the Way seeking to learn more about Adelmar - or to study under the teachers who maintained the school there.

	When Ranae deRondell consecrated the Shrine of the Armsmaster - a small white-granite structure dedicated to the teachings of Adelmar - they brought renewed attention to the original Academy and prompted an influx of students prepared to make the difficult journey up the mountain.		When '''Ranae deRondell''' consecrated the Shrine of the Armsmaster - a small white-granite structure dedicated to the teachings of Adelmar - they brought renewed attention to the original Academy and prompted an influx of students prepared to make the difficult journey up the mountain. Now, the [[Prelate of Adelmar's Shrine]] serves to protect the pilgrims who visit the Academy.

	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
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	* [[Three_celebrations_and_a_funeral#Lion_of_Arnet\|Three celebrations and a funeral]] - Spring 384YE wind of fortune talking about the opportunity to consecrate a shrine in Adelmar's name		* [[Three_celebrations_and_a_funeral#Lion_of_Arnet\|Three celebrations and a funeral]] - Spring 384YE wind of fortune talking about the opportunity to consecrate a shrine in Adelmar's name
	<!--- from jolly Craig Brunett --->		<!--- from jolly Craig Brunett --->
	[[Category:Inspirations]]		[[Category:Inspirations]][[Category:Ambition]]

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	==Adelmar in Play==		==Adelmar in Play==
	===Recent History===		===Recent History===
	In Spring 384YE, with the blessing of the Ambition Assembly, [[consecration\|consecrated]] the Shrine of the Armsmaster in [[Redoubt]] using [[Liao#Imperial Liao\|true liao]]. This created a [[Inspirational ~~tomb~~\|place of pilgrimage]] for those who looked to Adelmar for inspiration. It also presented [[Build up my body\|several opportunities]] to further spread Adelmar's philosophy across the Empire, including a renewed interest among many in offering concrete support to the [[Build_up_my_body#For_the_Children\|Academy]] where future heroes of the Empire are trained.		In Spring 384YE, with the blessing of the Ambition Assembly, [[consecration\|consecrated]] the Shrine of the Armsmaster in [[Redoubt]] using [[Liao#Imperial Liao\|true liao]]. This created a [[Inspirational location\|place of pilgrimage]] for those who looked to Adelmar for inspiration. It also presented [[Build up my body\|several opportunities]] to further spread Adelmar's philosophy across the Empire, including a renewed interest among many in offering concrete support to the [[Build_up_my_body#For_the_Children\|Academy]] where future heroes of the Empire are trained.

	===The Shrine of the Armsmaster===		===The Shrine of the Armsmaster===

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	==Adelmar in Play==		==Adelmar in Play==
	===Recent History===		===Recent History===
	In Spring 384YE, with the blessing of the Ambition Assembly, [[consecration\|consecrated]] the Shrine of the Armsmaster in [[Redoubt]] using [[Liao#Imperial Liao\|true liao]]. This created a place of pilgrimage]] for those who looked to Adelmar for inspiration. It also presented [[Build up my body\|several opportunities]] to further spread Adelmar's philosophy across the Empire, including a renewed interest among many in offering concrete support to the [[Build_up_my_body#For_the_Children\|Academy]] where future heroes of the Empire are trained.		In Spring 384YE, with the blessing of the Ambition Assembly, [[consecration\|consecrated]] the Shrine of the Armsmaster in [[Redoubt]] using [[Liao#Imperial Liao\|true liao]]. This created a [[Inspirational tomb\|place of pilgrimage]] for those who looked to Adelmar for inspiration. It also presented [[Build up my body\|several opportunities]] to further spread Adelmar's philosophy across the Empire, including a renewed interest among many in offering concrete support to the [[Build_up_my_body#For_the_Children\|Academy]] where future heroes of the Empire are trained.

	===The Shrine of the Armsmaster===		===The Shrine of the Armsmaster===
	On the slopes of [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Mount Siluri]] in [[Redoubt]] stands the original Academy of Arms founded by Adelmar with the support of [[Empress Richilde]]. Reached by a treacherous and winding mountain path, it had been somewhat eclipsed in the centuries since its foundation by the Academies of Dawn and the League. It remained a popular site of pilgrimage for followers of the Way seeking to learn more about Adelmar - or to study under the teachers who maintained the school there.		On the slopes of [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Mount Siluri]] in [[Redoubt]] stands the original Academy of Arms founded by Adelmar with the support of [[Empress Richilde]]. Reached by a treacherous and winding mountain path, it had been somewhat eclipsed in the centuries since its foundation by the Academies of Dawn and the League. It remained a popular site of pilgrimage for followers of the Way seeking to learn more about Adelmar - or to study under the teachers who maintained the school there.

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The Shrine of the Armsmaster

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	In Spring 384YE, with the blessing of the Ambition Assembly, [[consecration\|consecrated]] the Shrine of the Armsmaster in [[Redoubt]] using [[Liao#Imperial Liao\|true liao]]. This created a place of pilgrimage]] for those who looked to Adelmar for inspiration. It also presented [[Build up my body\|several opportunities]] to further spread Adelmar's philosophy across the Empire, including a renewed interest among many in offering concrete support to the [[Build_up_my_body#For_the_Children\|Academy]] where future heroes of the Empire are trained.		In Spring 384YE, with the blessing of the Ambition Assembly, [[consecration\|consecrated]] the Shrine of the Armsmaster in [[Redoubt]] using [[Liao#Imperial Liao\|true liao]]. This created a place of pilgrimage]] for those who looked to Adelmar for inspiration. It also presented [[Build up my body\|several opportunities]] to further spread Adelmar's philosophy across the Empire, including a renewed interest among many in offering concrete support to the [[Build_up_my_body#For_the_Children\|Academy]] where future heroes of the Empire are trained.
	===The Shrine of the Armsmaster===		===The Shrine of the Armsmaster===
	On the slopes of [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Mount Siluri]] in [{Redoubt]] stands the original Academy of Arms founded by Adelmar with the support of [[Empress Richilde]]. Reached by a treacherous and winding mountain path, it had been somewhat eclipsed in the centuries since its foundation by the Academies of Dawn and the League. It remained a popular site of pilgrimage for followers of the Way seeking to learn more about Adelmar - or to study under the teachers who maintained the school there.		On the slopes of [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Mount Siluri]] in [[Redoubt]] stands the original Academy of Arms founded by Adelmar with the support of [[Empress Richilde]]. Reached by a treacherous and winding mountain path, it had been somewhat eclipsed in the centuries since its foundation by the Academies of Dawn and the League. It remained a popular site of pilgrimage for followers of the Way seeking to learn more about Adelmar - or to study under the teachers who maintained the school there.

	When Ranae deRondell consecrated the Shrine of the Armsmaster - a small white-granite structure dedicated to the teachings of Adelmar - they brought renewed attention to the original Academy and prompted an influx of students prepared to make the difficult journey up the mountain.		When Ranae deRondell consecrated the Shrine of the Armsmaster - a small white-granite structure dedicated to the teachings of Adelmar - they brought renewed attention to the original Academy and prompted an influx of students prepared to make the difficult journey up the mountain.

	==Further Reading==		==Further Reading==
	* [[Build up my body]] - Summer 384YE wind of fortune presenting opportunities related to the creation of the Shrine of the Armsmaster		* [[Build up my body]] - Summer 384YE wind of fortune presenting opportunities related to the creation of the Shrine of the Armsmaster

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The Shrine of the Armsmaster

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	When Ranae deRondell consecrated the Shrine of the Armsmaster - a small white-granite structure dedicated to the teachings of Adelmar - they brought renewed attention to the original Academy and prompted an influx of students prepared to make the difficult journey up the mountain.		When Ranae deRondell consecrated the Shrine of the Armsmaster - a small white-granite structure dedicated to the teachings of Adelmar - they brought renewed attention to the original Academy and prompted an influx of students prepared to make the difficult journey up the mountain.
			==Further Reading==
			* [[Build up my body]] - Summer 384YE wind of fortune presenting opportunities related to the creation of the Shrine of the Armsmaster
			* [[Three_celebrations_and_a_funeral#Lion_of_Arnet\|Three celebrations and a funeral]] - Spring 384YE wind of fortune talking about the opportunity to consecrate a shrine in Adelmar's name
	<!--- from jolly Craig Brunett --->		<!--- from jolly Craig Brunett --->
	[[Category:Inspirations]]		[[Category:Inspirations]]

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	During the year 176 YE the Imperial Synod recognised Adelmar as an exemplar of Ambition.		During the year 176 YE the Imperial Synod recognised Adelmar as an exemplar of Ambition.

	~~In Spring 384YE, with the blessing of the Ambition~~

	==Signs==		==Signs==
	The Assembly of Ambition cited the following signs of Adelmar's exemplardom:		The Assembly of Ambition cited the following signs of Adelmar's exemplardom:
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	* [[Ambition]]		* [[Ambition]]
	* [[Three_celebrations_and_a_funeral#Lion_of_Arnet\|Three celebrations and a funeral]] - Winter 383YE Wind of Fortune about an opportunity to create a central place of pilgrimage dedicated to Adelmar		* [[Three_celebrations_and_a_funeral#Lion_of_Arnet\|Three celebrations and a funeral]] - Winter 383YE Wind of Fortune about an opportunity to create a central place of pilgrimage dedicated to Adelmar
			==Adelmar in Play==
			===Recent History===
			In Spring 384YE, with the blessing of the Ambition Assembly, [[consecration\|consecrated]] the Shrine of the Armsmaster in [[Redoubt]] using [[Liao#Imperial Liao\|true liao]]. This created a place of pilgrimage]] for those who looked to Adelmar for inspiration. It also presented [[Build up my body\|several opportunities]] to further spread Adelmar's philosophy across the Empire, including a renewed interest among many in offering concrete support to the [[Build_up_my_body#For_the_Children\|Academy]] where future heroes of the Empire are trained.
			===The Shrine of the Armsmaster===
			On the slopes of [[Redoubt#Siluri\|Mount Siluri]] in [{Redoubt]] stands the original Academy of Arms founded by Adelmar with the support of [[Empress Richilde]]. Reached by a treacherous and winding mountain path, it had been somewhat eclipsed in the centuries since its foundation by the Academies of Dawn and the League. It remained a popular site of pilgrimage for followers of the Way seeking to learn more about Adelmar - or to study under the teachers who maintained the school there.

			When Ranae deRondell consecrated the Shrine of the Armsmaster - a small white-granite structure dedicated to the teachings of Adelmar - they brought renewed attention to the original Academy and prompted an influx of students prepared to make the difficult journey up the mountain.

	<!--- from jolly Craig Brunett --->		<!--- from jolly Craig Brunett --->
	[[Category:Inspirations]]		[[Category:Inspirations]]

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Biography

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	During the year 176 YE the Imperial Synod recognised Adelmar as an exemplar of Ambition.		During the year 176 YE the Imperial Synod recognised Adelmar as an exemplar of Ambition.

			In Spring 384YE, with the blessing of the Ambition

	==Signs==		==Signs==

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	==Virtue==		==Virtue==
	Adelmar was recognised as an [[paragons and exemplars\|exemplar]] of [[Ambition]] by the [[Imperial Synod]] in 176 YE.		Adelmar was recognised as an [[paragons and exemplars\|exemplar]] of [[Ambition]] by the [[Imperial Synod]] in 176 YE.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Adelmar The Lion.jpg\|title=Panel taken from a depiction of Adelmar by Asenath Daughter of Esther, Felix’s Watch \| caption=Widely believed to be a [[changeling]], Adelmar is often depicted in art as having leonine<br>qualities significantly more pronounced than those possessed by any [[lineage\|lineaged]]. Some<br>priests consider images that depict Adelmar with a lion's head to be blasphemous, while <br>[[Highguard_history#Archivists\|others]] defend them as artistic expression intended to bring out the deeper truth of his<br>fierce [[ambition]].\| align=right\|width=410}}
	==Biography==		==Biography==
	Adelmar of Arnet, also known as Adelmar the Lion, or the Lion of Arnet, is both the founder of the Academy of Arms and an exemplar of Ambition.		Adelmar of Arnet, also known as Adelmar the Lion, or the Lion of Arnet, is both the founder of the Academy of Arms and an exemplar of Ambition.

	According to the Scroll of Noble Deeds, housed in the Imperial Library, Adelmar was born in 32 YE and grew up as a younger son to a family of farmers residing near the [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] town of [[Astolat#Weaving\|Weaving]].		According to the Scroll of Noble Deeds, housed in the Imperial Library, Adelmar was born in 32 YE and grew up as a younger son to a family of farmers residing near the [[Dawn\|Dawnish]] town of [[Astolat#Weaving\|Weaving]].
			<div style="float:right; width: 450px; clear: right;">{{CaptionedImage\|file=Adelmar The Lion.jpg\|title=Panel taken from a depiction of Adelmar by Asenath Daughter of Esther, Felix’s Watch \| caption=Widely believed to be a [[changeling]], Adelmar is often depicted in art as having leonine qualities significantly more pronounced than those possessed by any [[lineage\|lineaged]]. Some priests consider images that depict Adelmar with a lion's head to be blasphemous, while [[Highguard_history#Archivists\|others]] defend them as artistic expression intended to bring out the deeper truth of his fierce [[ambition]].\| align=right\|width=450}}</div>
	At the age of eleven his parents played host to a visiting company of [[Knight-errant\|Knights-errant]]. The Knight-commander, Elaine of Faybourne, identified something special in Adelmar and took him under her wing, apprenticing him as her squire but also teaching him the way of the sword and setting him on the path to glory. He proved a quick study and trained hard, improving his techniques until he excelled with both sword and spear. By the age of sixteen he was as skilled as any of the Knights-errant and was granted command of the company's yeomanry.		At the age of eleven his parents played host to a visiting company of [[Knight-errant\|Knights-errant]]. The Knight-commander, Elaine of Faybourne, identified something special in Adelmar and took him under her wing, apprenticing him as her squire but also teaching him the way of the sword and setting him on the path to glory. He proved a quick study and trained hard, improving his techniques until he excelled with both sword and spear. By the age of sixteen he was as skilled as any of the Knights-errant and was granted command of the company's yeomanry.