Clan Wulfgard Policies - Officers

The officers of the clan are volunteers. Membership in the clan does not require being an officer at any time. Being an officer is another path of service that can enhance the feelings of pride and contribution. When a member of the clan desires to become an officer of the household, they communicate that to the High Chief or High Chieftess. In the case where there is an officer already in place then the officer themselves decides if they wish to choose a deputy. Having a deputy is an excellent way for the officer to teach a member that at some later time they will support as their successor.

Because being a clan officer is taking a more active role in the leadership and education of the clan members, it is one of the times that an oath (or promise) of office is performed. The oath represents a promise between the officer and their Chief, emphasizing support and trust in each other.

~Fréki~

Fréki, in Norse mythology, is one of the wolves of Odin, their position was one of great respect and trust. During times of war, Fréki joined Odin to fight against every foe, and during times of peace, he sits at the feet of the throne keeping guard with Odin over all the earth. In this spirit, the Fréki of Clan Wulfgard is the clans "Guardian Wolf of the Earth" and Combat Marshal. The Fréki is the captain of the combat units and is the High Chief's representative in all thing regarding the fighting unit. This includes all contracts, negotiations, and collection for the clan's mercenary services, as well as directing the training and armoring of the clan's fighters.

~Geri~

Geri, in the Norse traditions, is also a companion wolf of Odin, and assist him in battle. While seated at the foot of the throne Geri is the "Guardian Wolf of the Heavens". Within the clan the Geri is the Captain of the archers of Clan Wulfgard, and is responsible for the education, training, and organizing of the archery units. This makes the Geri the perfect companion to the Fréki, and as such, assists with contracts, negotiations, and collections for the clan's mercenary services. The Geri, as the protector of the War Arrow, is also responsible for the messages and contracts required by the High Chief, and makes sure that they are delivered and kept safe.

~Muninn~

In addition to the two wolves that accompanied Odin as his companions were two ravens. The first of these was named Muninn, who's name means memory. Every day Muninn would travel the world to memorize all that he saw. He would then return with the messages at the end of the day, to relay to Odin all he needed to know that was happening in the world of men.

In the spirit of this raven, the Muninn of Clan Wulfgard, as the chronicler, maintains and organizes the mailing list and contact information for the clan members. The Muninn helps to keep our standard and online communication clear and ongoing. In a time when email has replaced the hand written letter, we need to make sure we can maintain clear lines of contact and the Muninn has the responsibility to do this.

~Huginn~

Huginn was the second of Odin's ravens, with his name meaning thought. Huginn traveled the world each day, and each night returned to tell Odin what men were thinking and developing.

In Clan Wulfgard the web page is the realm of the Huginn. They have special skills to help the clan maintain its presence beyond the local boundaries. We can truly be worldwide with the continuing advancement of the web community. The internet is a way for clan from any where in the world to keep informed and up to date about what other members are doing.

~Am Bládier~

Within the Scottish clan, the Am Bládier is the herald for the High Chief and High Chieftess. Even in the modern age the Am Bládier is a vital as well as ceremonial part of the clan. They have the responsibility of organizing and supervising the clan meetings. The Am Bládier also maintains the orders of precedence and presentation schedules for a given meeting or event.

For Clan Wulfgard the Am Bládier represents proper order and ceremony. They are the voice of the High Chief and High Chieftess as well as the keeper and organizer of the meeting schedules. The Am Bládier assures that the tools and symbols of the household are kept and used properly in order to help us remember why they are important.

~Skäld~

In the Norse culture the Skäld is the clans Chief Poet and Musician, they are the Bard. The Skäld helps the clan to maintain its history. Not just in song and music, but in saga, myth, and poetry also. They maintain the epic that is Clan Wulfgard, and take a role in the growing and dispersing of the clans deeds and histories.

The Skäld also collects and maintains the songs and stories of the clan to make them available. Sometimes the music is original and other times it is a collection of members' favorites. The Skäld may also maintain, teach and direct for the purpose of creating a music group. This can include, but is not limited to, a choir or orchestra group.

~Gó Comon~

Within the modern Scottish clan the Gó Comon is the protector and warder of the home and family of the High Chief and High Chieftess. Within Clan Wulfgard the Gó Comon acts as head and organizer for the guard duties of the home and camp. They also have the authority to enforce and maintain mundane and clan law within the confines and control of Clan Wulfgard governed areas. The Gó Comon is also the personal and ceremonial body guard for the High Chief and High Chieftess.

~Am Fear Sporain~

Am Fear Sporain literally mean the "keeper of the purse" in Gaelic. In both modern and ancient Scottish culture, the Am Fear Sporain maintains the financial records for the clan. Within Clan Wulfgard, when there is a bank account, the records are maintained in the name of both the High Chief or High Chieftess and the Am Fear Sporain. If another collection method is used then the Am Fear Sporain is also the keeper of the piggy bank. The Am Fear Sporain also maintains the records of clan fees and dues paid as well as where the money collected is spent.

~Vin Karl~

The Vin Karl is the brew master of Clan Wulfgard. They help to educate and promote the art of brewing in all its forms within the clan. All the clan's recipes are ceremonially guarded by the Vin Karl. He represents maintaining the secrets of clan brews, as well as promoting the education of brewing as an art and a science. Wether it be mead or ale, or soda and vinegar, the Vin Karl encourages the hands on education and evolution of the one thing we all need to survive, WATER and what can we flavor it with this week.

~Kénna~

The Kénna is the Chatelaine for the clan. The Kénna helps to teach and direct new associates and members within the household. The Kénna helps all, wether a clan member or not to find information. They assist in directing those with an interest to other groups and organizations of the SCA as needed and recommended. The Kénna is not responsible for knowing everything, but is skilled in searching and locating the individuals or groups that might be able to provide the needed resources.

~Dubh Gobha~

The phrase Dubh Gobha means blacksmith in Gaelic. The blacksmith is one of the most important individuals in ancient culture. Within Clan Wulfgard the tradition is maintained through the officer called the Dubh Gobha. They have access to the skills required to build, fix, and otherwise maintain the physical possessions of the clan and its members. They are the ones that have the "if they can't fix it now, in a minute they'll learn how" attitude. Broken armor, leaky cups and bent tent pegs are their domain, and the clan doesn't go to war effectively without their Dubh Gobha.

~Súmaire~

The office of Súmaire is an important office. The name in Gaelic means "Leech". The leech has been a symbol attributed to Doctors, Healers and other medical personnel for centuries. Within Clan Wulfgard this is the person responsible for the health and physical well being of the clan. The Súmaire is the Wulfgard combat medic. They are skilled in basic first-aid on the body as well as calming and soothing the injured mind. They will push fluids, check area safety, and scold appropriately when the injury is your fault or might have been avoided. The Súmaire is also the final word in wether it is safe for a Wulfgard member or hired mercenary to preform their duties, wether it be combat related or not. In short, the Súmaire fixes broken Wulfgardians.

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