Sword Cloth Ritual

History

The Sword Cloth ritual is an ancient Jovitan ritual for wedded warriors.

Execution

Two blades are placed near each other by their owners. A single, white cloth is tied to the pommel of each, connecting them. The judge or arbiter then cuts the middle of the cloth, creating two pieces - one hanging from each sword.

Components and tools

• Two swords
• A white cloth
• A knife or separate blade

Participants

• The two being bound.
• An arbiter.
• Three witnesses.

Observance

Observed at weddings between warriors.

"You are bound together but you are still individuals. May the sword cloth always remind you of this."