The Order of Defence
The Order of Defence is given to those who excel in the field of Rapier and or Cut and Trust. Peers must also support the Crown and kingdom, display courteous and noble behaviour, share their knowledge and skills with others, practice hospitality according to their means, and those skills and behaviours appropriate to the court. The regalia is a white livery collar.
The Order of Defence ranks equal to the Orders of Pelican, Laurel and Chivalry. It conveys a Patent of Arms and is a peerage in the society. A recipient can use the title Dame, Master or Mistress.