Citation of the Dragon

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Citation of the Dragon
Insignias of the Citation of the Dragon
(Gold, left, Silver, right)
Awarded by the Monarch of the Commonwealth of Dracul
TypeMerit Order
Established1408 A.D.
EligibilityCitizens, state and foreign dignitaries
CriteriaAt the Chancellor's or Monarch's discretion
StatusCurrently constituted
FounderTravis McHenry (as the Order of the Dragon)
Co-FounderStephen Luke (renamed Citation of the Dragon)
CommanderStephen
GradesGold
Silver
Post-nominalsCGD
CSD
Statistics
First induction1408 A.D.
Last induction16th century
Total inductees24 (total)
5 (Gold)
19 (Silver)
Precedence
Next (lower)Chancellor's Commendation
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Ribbon bars

The Citation of the Dragon, formerly known as the Order of the Dragon, is currently the highest Draculian citations of service. It was created to recognize exceptional military achievement and government service. At times, it can be issued to non-citizens, who go above and beyond to benefit the nation. As Dracul is largely a peaceful nation, its primary use is for acts of professional service. The award comes in two tiers (Gold and Silver).

Origins

This award was originally designed by Bloodstone Studios, Grand Duke Travis McHenry, with assistance from Duke Jordan Farmer. It was initially used in the Order of the Dragon, a Christian private society, in which Vlad III's father,and possibly Vlad himself belonged to. The award was donated to Dracul from McHenry, as a token of his appreciation for Dracul preserving Vlad history. The award comes in two tiers (Gold and Silver). In order to receive this award, a Draculian or foreign official must go above and beyond the call of duty and perform exceptional service to the nation.

Citation of the Gold Dragon

Stylized CGD, this citation is intended for exceptional and prolonged service to Dracul. The primary intent is for those in senior government positions who have served exemplarily in the role, often going above and beyond the call of duty. While there is no explicit minimum time proposed, those in the role of President or Vice President should have served at least three years, with those in other senior roles serving at least five years cumulatively. For citizens with minimal or no history of government service, this citation should be utilized to recognize a body or lifetime of service to the Commonwealth. This citation should not be utilized to recognize acts of a singular nature or service of less than one year under any circumstances. Non-citizens awarded the Gold Dragon citation have close and longstanding ties to the Commonwealth. As the citation is intended to be the nation's highest honor, contributions by non-citizens should be essential to the existence and/or success of the Commonwealth. It should also span a period of at least five years. As Dracul’s highest honor, the award of this citation should be limited to one or two persons per year. A year without an induction to the Gold Dragon would be understandable, and even a not-uncommon occurrence.

List of Gold Dragon recipients

Date of Award Name of Recipient Title or Style Issuing Party
11 July 2020 Commonwealth of Dracul Stephen Luke Former Vice President Travis McHenry
5 May 2021 Commonwealth of Dracul Valeriano Anibarro Secretary of State Dmitri Howie
10 February 2022 Commonwealth of Dracul Scott Jeanes Field Marshal of Dracul Stephen Luke
25 May 2022 Commonwealth of Dracul Bruce Cooper Air Patrol Captain Stephen Luke
23 July 2023 Commonwealth of Dracul Connor Modena Military Commander Stephen

Citation of the Silver Dragon

HRH Stephen in Dracul Air Patrol Uniform, presenting a Silver Dragon to Charles Ross.

Stylized CSD, this citation is intended for distinguished and prolonged service to Dracul, or exceptional service of a singular nature. The primary intent is for those in senior government positions who have served exemplarily in the role, but to a lower degree than would be expected of a Gold Dragon recipient. The prime candidates would be those in the role of President or Vice President who have served for less than three years, with those in other senior roles serving for less than five years, but more than two years cumulatively. For citizens with minimal or no history of government service, this citation should be utilized to recognize longstanding service to the Commonwealth, with at least five years total service. This citation should only be utilized to recognize acts of a singular nature or service of less than one year under the most exceptional circumstances. These should include heroism or bravery, at great personal risk to or sacrifice of self. Non-citizens awarded the citation of the Silver Dragon should have close and longstanding ties to the Commonwealth. A non-citizen’s contributions should be crucial to the existence and/or success of the Commonwealth. It should also span a period of at least two years. Award of this citation should be limited to no more than five per year. A year without an induction to the Silver Dragon would be understandable but should be a very uncommon occurrence.

List of Silver Dragon recipients

  indicates non-citizen recipients
Date of Award Name of Recipient Title or Style Issuing Party
11 July 2020 Commonwealth of Dracul Stephen Luke Former Vice President Travis McHenry
17 July 2020 Commonwealth of Dracul Whisper Williams Former Attorney General Dmitri Howie
17 July 2020 Commonwealth of Dracul Mark Millner Army 2nd Lieutenant Dmitri Howie
4 December 2020 Commonwealth of Dracul Connor Modena Sergeant Major of the Army Dmitri Howie
8 February 2021 Commonwealth of Dracul Charles Ross Former Dracul Ambassador to Cycoldia Stephen Luke
30 March 2021 Commonwealth of Dracul Scott Jeanes Field Marshal of Dracul Stephen Luke
10 May 2021 Commonwealth of Dracul Bruce Cooper South Dracul Parliament Member Stephen Luke
26 March 2022 Penn Federal Republic Josh Ford President of Penn Federal Republic Stephen Luke
17 July 2022 w:United States Eric Martin Neighbor to Dracul Embassy Stephen Luke
8 September 2022 Westarctica Jordan Farmer Prime Minister of Westarctica Stephen Luke
11 October 2022 Commonwealth of Dracul Kassie Hood Founding Mother/Parliament Stephen Luke
18 July 2023 Commonwealth of Dracul Dennis Robert Chief Justice Stephen Luke
29 July 2023 Duckionary Arthur Tourneau Archduke of Duckionary Stephen Luke
11 August 2023 w:United States Luis Avila Local Merchant Stephen
17 November 2023 w:United States Lady C.J. of Scotland Local Merchant Stephen
26 November 2023 Commonwealth of Dracul Lord Luis Vasquez Baron of Slatina County Stephen
13 February 2024 Commonwealth of Dracul Hanan Hayes Dracul Secretary of State Stephen
31 August 2024 Commonwealth of Dracul HSH Courtney Crown Princess of Dracul Stephen
25 September 2024 Karno-Ruthenian Empire Dylan Callahan Imperial Chancellor of Karnia-Ruthenia Stephen