I. There shall exist in the Barony of SunDragon an award known as the Commander of the Dragon’s Scale of SunDragon. It may be given by the Baron or Baroness to full Companions of the Dragon’s Scale of SunDragon who have demonstrated high merit and continued activity in the area of the arts and sciences within the Barony of SunDragon.
II. The insignia of the Commander shall consist of a medallion bearing the symbol of the Baronial Rainbow with the five jewels of the Dragon’s Scale of SunDragon beneath it. Bearers of this award may signify their name with the initial CDSSD.
III. Commander of the Dragon’s Scale of SunDragon can be conferred no more than twice annually at the discretion of the Baron and Baroness after consulting with members of the Order. Their Excellencies should consult with Companions of the Dragon’s Scale for the initial nominee(s).
IV. A candidate for the Commander must be a Companion of the Dragon’s Scale of SunDragon fully five years prior to their nomination.
V. Commander of the Dragon’s Scale of SunDragon shall take precedence over other Baronial arts and sciences awards and over simple Awards of Arms. Higher precedence shall remain unchanged.
VI. The Coronet of the Barony of SunDragon shall continue to carry the title of Principal of the Dragon’s Scale of SunDragon and shall have all rights, duties and privileges of the Commander of the Order.
VII. The person(s) first elevated unto the Commander ot the Order shall bear the title of Premier of the Commander.
VIII. Amendments to this Order shall be made by the Principal of the Order after due consultation with the Crown of Atenveldt.
Signed September 19, 2007
Morgan King, Livia Queen
Katheline Baroness, Ryan Baron
Dunstan Seneschal, Rosalinda Prism Pursivant