Roses
The Caidan Roses.
The Order of the Rose was founded January 6, 1968 (A.S. II) by Queen Sheryl of Thespis (now known as Countess Amina Sherana de Talavera) to honor those who had been Queen or who had been the lady to a fighter who had won one of the first tourneys when there were no queens. Today, this Order exists throughout the Known World.
In the Caidan Coronation ceremony, when a former Queen becomes a Countess, the Queen presents her with a yellow rose and says, "Be welcomed into the Order of the Rose, whose token this is."
Members
See Also: Alphabetical listing
Caidan Duchy
Those who have reigned twice in Caid.
Caidan County
Those who have reigned once in Caid.
Larissa Alwynn Clarewoode, also a Duchess (Atenveldt)
Lyn of Whitewolfe, also an Atenveldt Duchess
Honorary Caidan Roses
Caidan Viscounty
Our Caidan Principality Viscountesses will always be considered honorary Caidan Roses.
Bevin Fraser of Sterling, also a Countess (West)
Imported Royal Consorts
As a courtesy, all former Royal Consorts who live in Caid are invited to join the Caidan Order of the Rose while they reside in our realm.
Patrice d'Cilla, Duchess (West)
Amina Sherana de Talavera, Countess (West); founder of the Order of the Rose
Andrea of Clear Mount, Countess (West)
Catheryn Cameron Stewart Morgan, Viscountess, Drachenwald (East)
Jimena Montoya, Viscountess, Mists (West)
Ruarai Moriarty, Viscountess, Cynagua (West)
Activities
Activities of the members of the Caidan Roses.
Tea in Honor of the Crown Princess
Traditionally, the Crown Princess is honored by the Ladies of the Rose in Caid at an afternoon gathering hosted by her "grandmama" (the current Queen's predecessor.) This is a time for the Ladies of the Rose to reminisce about Caid's history and share their assembled wit and wisdom with the Crown Princess.
Wreaths for Crown Tourney
The Ladies of the Rose prepare the rose and rosemary wreaths which are bestowed upon the victor of the Lists and his/her consort. At Closing Court, the Ladies of the Rose come forward and present roses to the assembled royalty.
Queen's Champion Procession
Customarily, the Queen invites all the Ladies of the Rose present at the Queen's Champion Tourney (the day after Coronation) to accompany Her as she processes around the field to greet Her new subjects.
Elevation Ceremonies
When a Queen becomes a Countess or Duchess, she is entitled to a procession which often includes Ladies of the Rose whom she has chosen to accompany her and participate in the ceremony.
Regalia
The Caidan Roses work in conjunction with the Deputy Seneschal for Regalia on all Regalia items.
Handbooks
One of the hardest jobs is to be a reigning Monarch, and you often need all the help you can get. Below are the handbooks given to incoming Princesses and their staff to help with the reign. It is worthwhile to read if you are dreaming of someday holding the job.
Caidan Roses Tournaments
- Hosting of the Caidan Roses Tournament.
- Co-hosting of the Pink Ribbon Tournament.
Staff
The Caidan Roses Staff.
Rose Secretary
The secretary takes care of all official business relating to the Order of the Rose in Caid. Especially correspondence and regalia storage and delivery.
Rose Webwright
The Webwright updates the Caidan Roses web site, please send all pictures and corrections here.
Rose Wreaths
Manager for the assembly, material and constructions of the wreaths for Crown tournament.
Rose CP Prize
Handles the Crown Prints Prize booth for the Caidan Roses.
Rose Tourney
Manager for the Caidan Rose Tourney to be held at Great Western War.
History of Caid
History of Caid located on the Caid Compendium
