Champion of Courage - Revision history

Twiggy at 21:52, 28 January 2026

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	Torchbrand was first carried by Kaya of Thornhaven, a Navarr of Briar Lineage. Passed from Champion to Champion, or selected by the priests of Courage when this was not possible, it remained an enduring inspiration to the faithful of the Empire.		Torchbrand was first carried by Kaya of Thornhaven, a Navarr of Briar Lineage. Passed from Champion to Champion, or selected by the priests of Courage when this was not possible, it remained an enduring inspiration to the faithful of the Empire.

	At the battle of [[Reikos]] in 367YE the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer ~~Realm~~ by nobles of [[Dawn groups#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.		At the battle of [[Reikos]] in 367YE the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer realm by nobles of [[Dawn groups#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.

	Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[Highguard groups#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of Principle, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.		Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[Highguard groups#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of Principle, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The Champion of Courage is an [[Imperial title]] that was [[Create_title_Champion_of_Courage\|created]] by the [[~~Imperial~~ Senate]] in Summer 382YE. The title confers custodianship of the [[Magic_items#Artefacts\|artefact]] [[Pilgrim's Shield]] known as ''Torchbrand''.		The Champion of Courage is an [[Imperial title]] that was [[Create_title_Champion_of_Courage\|created]] by the [[Senate]] in Summer 382YE. The title confers custodianship of the [[Magic_items#Artefacts\|artefact]] [[Pilgrim's Shield]] known as ''Torchbrand''.

	==Responsibilities==		==Responsibilities==

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	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The Champion of Courage is an [[Imperial title]] that was [[Create_title_Champion_of_Courage\|created]] by the [[Imperial Senate]] in Summer 382YE. The title confers custodianship of the [[Magic_items#Artefacts\|~~artifact~~]] [[Pilgrim's Shield]] known as ''Torchbrand''.		The Champion of Courage is an [[Imperial title]] that was [[Create_title_Champion_of_Courage\|created]] by the [[Imperial Senate]] in Summer 382YE. The title confers custodianship of the [[Magic_items#Artefacts\|artefact]] [[Pilgrim's Shield]] known as ''Torchbrand''.

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	At the battle of [[Reikos]] in 367YE the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer Realm by nobles of [[Dawn groups#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.		At the battle of [[Reikos]] in 367YE the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer Realm by nobles of [[Dawn groups#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.

	Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[Highguard groups#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of ~~Primciple~~, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.		Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[Highguard groups#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of Principle, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.

	Historically the Shield was passed from Champion to Champion; the Synod has ended this tradition through the creation of a formal title. It is likely that the other assemblies will follow suit should their namesake shields ever be recovered.		Historically the Shield was passed from Champion to Champion; the Synod has ended this tradition through the creation of a formal title. It is likely that the other assemblies will follow suit should their namesake shields ever be recovered.
	<small>Original history text from Michael Durrant</small>		<small>Original history text from Michael Durrant</small>

Twiggy at 00:38, 11 July 2025

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	Torchbrand was first carried by Kaya of Thornhaven, a Navarr of Briar Lineage. Passed from Champion to Champion, or selected by the priests of Courage when this was not possible, it remained an enduring inspiration to the faithful of the Empire.		Torchbrand was first carried by Kaya of Thornhaven, a Navarr of Briar Lineage. Passed from Champion to Champion, or selected by the priests of Courage when this was not possible, it remained an enduring inspiration to the faithful of the Empire.

	At the battle of [[Reikos]] in ~~367 YE~~ the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer Realm by nobles of [[Dawn groups#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.		At the battle of [[Reikos]] in 367YE the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer Realm by nobles of [[Dawn groups#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.

	Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[Highguard groups#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of Primciple, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.		Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[Highguard groups#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of Primciple, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.

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			{{MartialTitle}}
	==Overview==		==Overview==
	The Champion of Courage is an [[Imperial title]] that was [[Create_title_Champion_of_Courage\|created]] by the [[Imperial Senate]] in Summer 382YE. The title confers custodianship of the [[Magic_items#Artefacts\|artifact]] [[Pilgrim's Shield]] known as ''Torchbrand''.		The Champion of Courage is an [[Imperial title]] that was [[Create_title_Champion_of_Courage\|created]] by the [[Imperial Senate]] in Summer 382YE. The title confers custodianship of the [[Magic_items#Artefacts\|artifact]] [[Pilgrim's Shield]] known as ''Torchbrand''.
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	===Regalia of the Champion of Courage===		===Regalia of the Champion of Courage===
	The Champion of Courage bears ''Torchbrand'', the unique Pilgrim's Shield. If the Champion of Courage loses their position, then the item must be given to the new Champion with all haste. The Champion is encouraged to take all appropriate precautions to keep this item safe, and is expected to do everything within their power to recover it if it is lost.		The Champion of Courage bears ''Torchbrand'', the unique Pilgrim's Shield. If the Champion of Courage loses their position, then the item must be given to the new Champion with all haste. The Champion is encouraged to take all appropriate precautions to keep this item safe, and is expected to do everything within their power to recover it if it is lost.
	~~{{MartialTitle}}~~
	==Appointment==		==Appointment==
	The Champion of Courage is chosen every Autumn Equinox by a [[judgement]] of [[appointment]] by the [[Assembly#The Virtue Assemblies\|Assembly of Courage]].		The Champion of Courage is chosen every Autumn Equinox by a [[judgement]] of [[appointment]] by the [[Assembly#The Virtue Assemblies\|Assembly of Courage]].

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	==Responsibilities==		==Responsibilities==
	The Champion of Courage is intended to serve as an inspiration to the Pilgrims of the faith and laity as to what it means to be courageous, particularly in a military context. Historically the bearers of Torchbrand formed, along with the bearers of the other Pilgrims shield, the “Seven Pilgrims” band.		The Champion of Courage is intended to serve as an inspiration to the Pilgrims of the faith and laity as to what it means to be courageous, particularly in a military context. It is a martial title. Historically the bearers of Torchbrand formed, along with the bearers of the other Pilgrims shield, the “Seven Pilgrims” band.

	==Powers==		==Powers==
	===Regalia of the Champion of Courage===		===Regalia of the Champion of Courage===
	The Champion of Courage bears ''Torchbrand'', the unique Pilgrim's Shield. If the Champion of Courage loses their position, then the item must be given to the new Champion with all haste. The Champion is encouraged to take all appropriate precautions to keep this item safe, and is expected to do everything within their power to recover it if it is lost.		The Champion of Courage bears ''Torchbrand'', the unique Pilgrim's Shield. If the Champion of Courage loses their position, then the item must be given to the new Champion with all haste. The Champion is encouraged to take all appropriate precautions to keep this item safe, and is expected to do everything within their power to recover it if it is lost.
			{{MartialTitle}}
	==Appointment==		==Appointment==
	The Champion of Courage is chosen every Autumn Equinox by a [[judgement]] of [[appointment]] by the [[Assembly#The Virtue Assemblies\|Assembly of Courage]].		The Champion of Courage is chosen every Autumn Equinox by a [[judgement]] of [[appointment]] by the [[Assembly#The Virtue Assemblies\|Assembly of Courage]].

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	At the battle of [[Reikos]] in 367 YE the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer Realm by nobles of [[Dawn groups#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.		At the battle of [[Reikos]] in 367 YE the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer Realm by nobles of [[Dawn groups#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.

	Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[~~Prominent_chapters~~#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of Primciple, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.		Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[Highguard groups#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of Primciple, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.

	Historically the Shield was passed from Champion to Champion; the Synod has ended this tradition through the creation of a formal title. It is likely that the other assemblies will follow suit should their namesake shields ever be recovered.		Historically the Shield was passed from Champion to Champion; the Synod has ended this tradition through the creation of a formal title. It is likely that the other assemblies will follow suit should their namesake shields ever be recovered.
	<small>Original history text from Michael Durrant</small>		<small>Original history text from Michael Durrant</small>

Beeswax at 16:24, 29 May 2022

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	==Responsibilities==		==Responsibilities==
	The Champion of Courage is intended to serve as an inspiration to the Pilgrims of the faith and laity as to what it means to be ~~Courageous~~, particularly in a military context. Historically the bearers of Torchbrand formed, along with the bearers of the other Pilgrims shield, the “Seven Pilgrims” band.		The Champion of Courage is intended to serve as an inspiration to the Pilgrims of the faith and laity as to what it means to be courageous, particularly in a military context. Historically the bearers of Torchbrand formed, along with the bearers of the other Pilgrims shield, the “Seven Pilgrims” band.

	==Powers==		==Powers==

Rafferty at 09:20, 10 May 2022

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	Torchbrand was first carried by Kaya of Thornhaven, a Navarr of Briar Lineage. Passed from Champion to Champion, or selected by the priests of Courage when this was not possible, it remained an enduring inspiration to the faithful of the Empire.		Torchbrand was first carried by Kaya of Thornhaven, a Navarr of Briar Lineage. Passed from Champion to Champion, or selected by the priests of Courage when this was not possible, it remained an enduring inspiration to the faithful of the Empire.

	At the battle of [[Reikos]] in 367 YE the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer Realm by nobles of [[~~Prominent_noble_houses~~#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.		At the battle of [[Reikos]] in 367 YE the Seven Pilgrims of the day charged an entire [[Druj]] army on their own, allowing the outmatched Imperial forces time to quit the field in good order. Torchbrand was lost along with the other six shields, but recovered three years later. Rumour says that it was retrieved following a tournament with heralds of the Summer Realm by nobles of [[Dawn groups#House_Orzel\|House Orzel]] of [[Dawn]]. The Courage Assembly demanded the return of the shield, but agreed to select a member of House Orzel as Champion.

	Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[Prominent_chapters#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of Primciple, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.		Regardless of this alleged agreement, the shield came into the possession of Horsa Tyshalt of [[Wintermark]]. A dispute over the shield ensued. In a [[statement of principle]] raised by Nina of [[Prominent_chapters#Cantiarch.E2.80.99s_Hold\|Cantiarch's Hold]] the Assembly stated “The Courage Assembly will decide the fate of the Courage Shield Torchbrand” (Statement of Primciple, Autumn 381, Judgement 65, Upheld 104 - 0 ). In Summer 382 then [[Cardinal]] Jorma Steelhail retrieved the shield, and the Senate agreed to create the title of Champion of Courage.

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	Any Imperial citizen may hold this title. They can be revoked by the [[Assembly#General_Assembly\|General Assembly]], the Courage assembly, and the [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine\|Assembly of the Nine]].		Any Imperial citizen may hold this title. They can be revoked by the [[Assembly#General_Assembly\|General Assembly]], the Courage assembly, and the [[Assembly#Assembly_of_the_Nine\|Assembly of the Nine]].

	{{RecentElections\|~~Champion of Courage~~}}		{{RecentElections\|Champion_of_Courage}}

	==History==		==History==