SCA Kingdoms Scribal Page

Kingdom Scribal Website & Handbook:

A guide for scribes in creating scrolls and other written documents that reflect the historical and artistic traditions the SCA represents. Each kingdom may publish its own handbook to address its specific practices, standards, and traditions. These resources often include instruction on calligraphy, illumination, scroll creation, kingdom-level requirements, and links to examples, references, and supporting materials. They help both new and experienced scribes produce consistent, high-quality work across the kingdom.

Kingdom Heralds’ titles and email addresses

: Scribes should have current herald contact information to coordinate scroll assignments, award documentation, event announcements, and award presentations. Accurate titles identify each herald’s role and authority, helping ensure requests and communications follow proper kingdom protocol.

Kingdom Scribes’ titles and email addresses:

Maintaining current contact information helps scribes communicate efficiently, collaborate on projects, coordinate events, and share opportunities within the scribal community. Titles clarify each person’s role and responsibilities, making it easier to delegate tasks, manage workflows, and support networking and mentorship for both new and experienced scribes.

Kingdom’s Order of Precedence:

Scribes may consult the Order of Precedence when preparing awards to ensure recipients are recognized appropriately according to rank and award significance. It also helps scribes understand the SCA’s history and structure, strengthening their contributions to the community.

Kingdom Roll of Arms:

The Roll of Arms visually records a member’s registered device and name as approved by the Society. Including arms on scrolls allows scribes to add artistic detail while honoring heraldic tradition and enhancing the award’s appearance.

SCA Ordinary and Armorial link:

The Ordinary lists heraldic charges and symbols used in SCA armory, while the Armorial records registered names and devices. Together, they support consistent, authentic heraldry within the SCA and allow scribes to verify a recipient’s registered name spelling and heraldry.

Kingdom Scribal Assignment Information:

This includes key details provided by the signet when assigning a scroll, such as the recipient’s name, date, and award. These required elements should be added to the text examples and included in the final scroll wording. Because requirements may vary by kingdom, consult the individual kingdom pages for specific guidance. Have the signet proofread the text before writing it on the final scroll.

Kingdom seal size and type:

Some kingdoms specify the size and type of seal used on scrolls. In some cases, crowns have personal seals made for their reigns; in others, seals are used only when requested.

Scroll assignment types:

When the Crown recognizes a member for service, arts and sciences, or martial achievement, it may request one of four scribal assignment types: an original assignment, original blank, charter or preprint, or writ. Each kingdom handles these assignments differently, with specific procedures listed on its individual kingdom page.

Heraldic elements for award levels:

Kingdom rules and heraldic laws determine which elements may appear with a person’s arms on a scroll. Any kingdom-specific restrictions are available through the provided links. Common heraldic elements include the mantle, crest, crown, torse, supporters, compartment, and motto.