The Falcon has held a place in history as the bird of kings for their use in medieval falconry. These birds were highly trained and used in hunting small game.
In medieval heraldry, the falcon was a symbol of knightly chivalry, hope, fortitude and strength. All qualities
that every knight should strive for.
From this, Men of Iron has developed the Order of the Falcon for those knights who have distinguished themselves in becoming not only skilled warriors but knights who are keenly aware of the safety required to properly run the tournaments of Men of Iron. The purpose of this order is to inspire knights and those who would become one to excellence in martial skills, tournament and safety.
The order is identified by the gold falcons wing on a blue field. No collar or adornment is awarded, rather a blue cloak bearing the image of the wing in yellow on the left outermost panel of the cloak. This cloak will be awarded by the Royal Council
To be invested into the order Men of Iron members must meet the following requirements:
1. Reach the level of Knight and be an active member of Men of Iron
2. Earn all six of the Tournament Card Endorsements
3. Acquire the following: that are your own personal gear: Combat sword, shield and great helm, medieval javelin, throwing knives, Frankish axe, long bow with period arrows and a crossbow with period bolts.
4. Hold a Tournament Official Card (qualify for all four endorsements)
5. Serve as a Sword Marshal or Range Officer for two separate tournament events
6. Be recommended by your Head of Household and Household Marshal to be invested into the order.
Recommendations can only be sent by the Head of Household.
Once reviewed by the Royal Council, the presentation of the order cloak will be made by a member of the Royal Council at an appropriate ceremony.
More about the Order of the Falcon can be found in the Tournament Manual.
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