Paris · Anno Domini 1665
BOOK IT FIRST.
By order of His Most Christian Majesty, King Louis XIII, all affairs of honor must now be arranged through the Royal Bureau of Duels.
No more inconvenient encounters. No more disputes over scheduling. Your honor, properly organized.
Edict of the Crown
The Royal Decree Concerning Affairs of Honor
DE PAR LE ROY
Let it be known throughout the Kingdom of France that the settling of disputes between gentlemen shall henceforth be subject to proper royal administration.
No gentleman shall arrange an affair of honor without first submitting a request to the Royal Bureau of Duels.
The date, hour, location, and opposing party shall be recorded for the preservation of order and royal dignity.
Louis XIII
KING OF FRANCE
THE KING'S MUSKETEERS
CHARLES DE BATZ DE CASTELMORE, D'ARTAGNAN
Captain of the King's Musketeers
“Gentlemen, honor is everything. But even the noblest duel requires proper organization. His Majesty expects punctuality.
— d'Artagnan
ROYAL SUPERVISION. MUSKETEER PRECISION.
Registre Royal
Proceedings currently under consideration by the Crown.
Marquis de Valoisvs.Count de Beaumont
A Disagreement at the Royal Ball
Awaiting ApprovalChevalier de Montfortvs.Baron de Rochefort
An Insult to Noble Honor
Reconciliation RecommendedViscount de Saint-Clairvs.Monsieur de La Fontaine
An Unfortunate Remark About a Horse
Under Royal ReviewAll entries are fictional demonstration content.
Approved Grounds
PRIMUS
A distinguished setting for matters requiring immediate clarification.
SECUNDUS
For gentlemen who appreciate beauty even in moments of disagreement.
TERTIUS
A Parisian setting of noble tradition and impeccable discretion.
Codex Honoris
A gentleman shall arrive at the appointed hour.
The presence of two respectable seconds is recommended.
Insults delivered before breakfast are considered exceptionally discourteous.
The King's peace takes precedence over personal grievances.
An apology may restore honor without the inconvenience of a duel.
His Majesty reserves the right to cancel any affair of honor.
Questions of Etiquette