V9: Reserved Symbols

This page is part of the Official Amtgard V9 Alpha-Playtest Rulebook.

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Reserved Symbols

To support our Awards and Recognition systems, Amtgard has a number of symbols or garments that are reserved for those who have received the relevant honor. These reserved symbols are:

Phoenix Imagery	Reserved For
General	The Phoenix is the symbol of Amtgard and may only be worn in the following circumstances: as part of Kingdom Heraldry; when granted permission by Amtgard International, or as one of the specific variants listed below.
White or Black	Knights
Gold	Masters. The background upon which the phoenix is placed represents the type of masterhood.
Belts	Reserved For
White (with or without trim)	Knights. it is common to trim the white belt in the colors of the knighthood path(s) of the wearer.
Red	Squires
Black with Silver Trim	At-Arms
Yellow	Pages
Sashes	Reserved For
Mono-Colored	Classes. All class identifiers are reserved in combat and roleplay for players who are actively playing those classes.
Mono-Colored with Silver Trim	Paragons of the associated Class.
Pink	Special. Pink sashes reserved as a visual indicator for accommodations granted to those who prefer not to be struck.
Other Symbols	Reserved For
Unadorned Chain	Knights
Spurs	Knights
Mono-Colored Belt Favor with Silver Trim	Apprentices of that Class
Vertical black-and-white stripes (invoking modern Referees) and black/white checkerboard patterns.	Reeves and other active Rules Authorities