Randall's Challenge in Knightood discussion

[uuriel]

Randall challenged me to list the problems with knighthood and look for a comprehensive solution. Well I am willing to consider that route although I am not willing to get bogged down in it and end up not doing anything. On that basis I will split this post between Randall’s challenge and revisions to my proposal of two days ago.

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[grendel_macg]

you propose a very good challenge

[uuriel]

I like the brainstorming process and I thank you for your ideas. I will comment on some of them since maybe my comments will spark more ideas.

Since I think the awards system including knighthood is a net positive, I dont want to scrap it without a great replacement in mind.

I sort of like the running for the office of knighthood idea in some ways. Of course, I like the current pool of knights better as long as all of us live up to the office of knighthood. Still thats not a fair comparison since we dont.

I have done nothing long enough. I dont disagree with some of your points about human nature but I dont want to take a pass on it any longer. There are creative ways to improve almsot anything.

This is a great idea in theory but it practice its tough. Who enforces the code of conduct. How subjective is that enforcement.

[grendel_macg]

maybe the code of conduct would be a maleable document, something that can be amended and grown, and begins with a minimum service requirement for each belt. other things may be added or changed, maybe with clan changes

[phargle]

I do like the idea of doing away with all four belts and letting any of the masterhoods or office serving we have now lead to a person being able to be knighted.

Oddly, this would be a step backwards in some ways to 1983, but back then the masterhood breakdown was not as mature as it is now.

I don't think this would pass but I can hope.

[uuriel]

I am undecided on this idea. Specifically because, actions I took looking to earn a serpent belt made me a better Amtgarder and I might not have taken those actions otherwise. Then again I might have.