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==Commentary on the [[CCC]]== | ==Commentary on the [[CCC]]== | ||
− | While the CCC is widely and openly mocked by the nobility and members of the various royal families in Amber and the Golden Circle, among their strongest supporters are Prince Benedict | + | While the CCC is widely and openly mocked by the nobility and members of the various royal families in Amber and the Golden Circle, among their strongest supporters are Prince Benedict and Prince Gerard and Baron Wyndham Feldane-Chief of Police. |
− | * | + | *Prine Benedict says the CCC is vital in time of war in organizing the general public and maintaining order. They keep spectators away from military actions and are often vital in the transportation of the injured, and to dealing with looters. They often manage fires that occur during warfare. |
− | *Prince Gerard claims that the information that a responsible citizenry can provide the military can often be vital. Maintaining developing situations helps keep tragedies from expanding before the military can become involved. The CCC | + | *Prince Gerard claims that the information that a responsible citizenry can provide the military can often be vital. Maintaining developing situations helps keep tragedies from expanding before the military can become involved. The CCC navel chapters are especially helpful in reporting areas of piracy. |
*Baron Wyndham says the CCC interacts with the city police as volunteers and provide necessary support. | *Baron Wyndham says the CCC interacts with the city police as volunteers and provide necessary support. | ||
*Prince Bleys says some of the CCC chapters throw incredible parties. | *Prince Bleys says some of the CCC chapters throw incredible parties. | ||
− | The CCC is a point of contention among the royal family of Amber. Eric, Corwin, Caine, and Brand were all vocal detractors of the group. Julian, Gerard, Bleys and Flora have been big supporters, with Julian acting as a judge at the Pas de Arms and Flora often hosting the Grand Ball. Benedict traditionally attends the Pas de Arms, The Jousts, and the Closing Ceremonies. He supports the organization in general but is clear about them not being part of the organized military of Amber. | + | **The CCC is a point of contention among the royal family of Amber. Eric, Corwin, Caine, and Brand were all vocal detractors of the group. Julian, Gerard, Bleys and Flora have been big supporters, with Julian acting as a judge at the Pas de Arms and Flora often hosting the Grand Ball. Benedict traditionally attends the Pas de Arms, The Jousts, and the Closing Ceremonies. He supports the organization in general but is clear about them not being part of the organized military of Amber. |
There is a large amateur military culture in Amber that the '''CCC''' are part of. Considering how long lived people in Amber can be there are many people with long military historys now in other businesses. | There is a large amateur military culture in Amber that the '''CCC''' are part of. Considering how long lived people in Amber can be there are many people with long military historys now in other businesses. | ||
===Royal Interactions with the CCC=== | ===Royal Interactions with the CCC=== | ||
− | * | + | *Benedict & Gerard are the most well known of the supporters of the CCC and their regard gives the CCC a lot of respectability even among the nobles who twitter about it. |
*King Random has attended Opening Ceremonies for the Festival several times but has found his presence is something of a distraction. | *King Random has attended Opening Ceremonies for the Festival several times but has found his presence is something of a distraction. | ||
− | *Lord Vance, Lord Truman, Lord Zachary | + | *Lord Vance, Lord Truman, Lord Zachary and Lady Doria participated in CCC events soon after their various arrivals in Amber. |
− | *During King Eric's | + | *During King Eric's Reign his son Prince Arloxedra won the Pas de arms twice as well as participating in other activities. He was not well liked by the membership but was respected for participating. |
*Lord Banidoc, Benedict's son, participated in CCC events as a Free Fighter and gave master class training. | *Lord Banidoc, Benedict's son, participated in CCC events as a Free Fighter and gave master class training. | ||
− | *Princess Flora has participated as a Free Fighter and participated in Archery events as well as instructing in archery. Her skill with archery rivals all her brothers except Benedict. | + | *Princess Flora has participated as a Free Fighter and participated in Trick Archery events as well as instructing in archery. Her skill with archery rivals all her brothers except Benedict. |
− | *Recently Lady Yalla Ganth, Daughter of | + | *Recently Lady Yalla Ganth, Daughter of benedict was elected to the Organizing Committee. The Ganth family have a long history of participation in the ccc |
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+ | ==[[Bright Edge]] and Princess Deirdre and the CCC== | ||
The legend is that the CCC was developed by Princess Deirdre in her youth. A warrior princess in a warrior kingdom, she often found herself relegated to civil defense in the early days before the births of militant brothers Julian, Caine and Gerard. In her friendships with the people of Amber she began training them, something to the amusement of King Oberon, and Princes Benedict, Eric and Corwin. | The legend is that the CCC was developed by Princess Deirdre in her youth. A warrior princess in a warrior kingdom, she often found herself relegated to civil defense in the early days before the births of militant brothers Julian, Caine and Gerard. In her friendships with the people of Amber she began training them, something to the amusement of King Oberon, and Princes Benedict, Eric and Corwin. | ||
− | What began as an amusement developed into a surprisingly useful training program developing an armed populace and irregular home defense force. Over the years | + | What began as an amusement developed into a surprisingly useful training program developing an armed populace and irregular home defense force. Over the years politic of the CCC developed and Princess Deirdre became less active but she still provided finacial support, training facilities at her Estate of Crankle's Hollows, East of Jal, and her town house estate [[Bright Edge]]. [[Bright Edge]] is currently managed by Dame Fres Mira and is a common gathering spot of CCC members. |
Bright Edge, being against the south east portion of the walls of Amber is something of an unofficial headquarters and social hall for members of the CCC. | Bright Edge, being against the south east portion of the walls of Amber is something of an unofficial headquarters and social hall for members of the CCC. | ||
− | == | + | ==Notable Events and orginizations== |
Many members of the civilian police participate in the CCC. | Many members of the civilian police participate in the CCC. | ||
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It is well attended by elements of the CCC in other Golden Circle kingdoms. Members of the military and royal families of Amber, Rebma and GC kindoms are well represented. CCC Festivals occur yearly in any realm that has the CCC. | It is well attended by elements of the CCC in other Golden Circle kingdoms. Members of the military and royal families of Amber, Rebma and GC kindoms are well represented. CCC Festivals occur yearly in any realm that has the CCC. | ||
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===Pas d'Arms=== | ===Pas d'Arms=== | ||
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===Fire Company Gatherings=== | ===Fire Company Gatherings=== | ||
The CCC interacts often with the Amber City Fire Department. There are quarterly gatherings where training is provided for the CCC to help them cooperate in times of troubles. Many CCC chapters are built around Fire brigades. These events include family gathering, picnics, races and games. there is substantial cross training between the organizations. | The CCC interacts often with the Amber City Fire Department. There are quarterly gatherings where training is provided for the CCC to help them cooperate in times of troubles. Many CCC chapters are built around Fire brigades. These events include family gathering, picnics, races and games. there is substantial cross training between the organizations. | ||
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===Dueling Societies=== | ===Dueling Societies=== | ||
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The Dueling Societies participate in the Pas de Arms frequently, and are considered "crossover" members. | The Dueling Societies participate in the Pas de Arms frequently, and are considered "crossover" members. | ||
− | *''While the Dueling Societies exist | + | *''While the Dueling Societies exist in the civlian ranks they are also participated in by active military. There are Dueling Societies in nearly all legions. However, Benedict is known to dislike the focus on touch for points fighting of any style. |
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==Notable Members== | ==Notable Members== | ||
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*''Sir Kimal Kirt''. A Halfling from the Tandalin shadows. An organizer of hunting expeditions. A recent member of [[CHAD]] | *''Sir Kimal Kirt''. A Halfling from the Tandalin shadows. An organizer of hunting expeditions. A recent member of [[CHAD]] | ||
*''Baron Godmund Norwolf''. New Nobility-Post Patternfall. The House Norwolf has a long history of service in the CCC. Their new respectability has opened many doors for the CCC. | *''Baron Godmund Norwolf''. New Nobility-Post Patternfall. The House Norwolf has a long history of service in the CCC. Their new respectability has opened many doors for the CCC. | ||
− | *''Dame Fres Mira'': Served in the Elites. Currently manages Princesses Deirdre's manor house, | + | *''Dame Fres Mira'': Served in the Elites. Currently manages Princesses Deirdre's manor house, in the city. |
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[[File:Trundel Dros.jpg]] [[File:Even of hale.jpg]][[File:Kimal Kirt.jpg]][[File:GodmundNORWULF.jpg]] [[File:Fres Mira.jpg]] | [[File:Trundel Dros.jpg]] [[File:Even of hale.jpg]][[File:Kimal Kirt.jpg]][[File:GodmundNORWULF.jpg]] [[File:Fres Mira.jpg]] | ||
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