Alliance of Swordmasters
Structure
The Alliance of Swordmasters is headed by a council of Dancemasters, each a master of one of the recognized fencing arts, such as the Gnommish Smallsword or Northern Style fencing. A recognized grandmaster who does not have a seat is referred to as a Bladesinger. Masters are granted the prestigious honor of being named as a Swordmaster, while Journeymen are given the honor of being named as Swordsmen-of the Guild. Apprentices are simply termed as Blades. Advancement is afforded on the basis of completing a multi-year apprenticeship punctuated by a number of formal sparring tournaments, where performance can be awarded by a promotion, if other criteria are met.
Public Agenda
The guild promotes the study of the martial arts of fencing.
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