These requirements were set up by the Council of Swordfighters to eliminate all but the most serious and dedicated swordsmen. In order to obtain a Red Dalmater, a sword fighter must meet the below requirements:

• Be at least a Crimson Chain (this is not a substitute for the 20 Minute Non-Stop Battle)
• Petition the Council of Sword Fighters and Head Kaiden for the right to take the test
• Inform your Kaiden of your desire to take the test
• Take a one month contract (or be on any of the other WCoS contracts) to prepare for the test. You will not be graded on this and do not have to turn it in.
• Recommended/optional - Tour and particpate in all non-lethal portions of the original Trials of Swordsmanship
• Take the One Hour Non-Stop Battle and demonstrate Control, Accuracy, Endurance, and Awareness throughout the test as noted by the Kaidens present.
• A Kaiden of Silver Chain level or higher must witness the test
• Whenever possible, the test should be filmed
• Upon completion, your Kaiden will award you a Red Dalmater and script immortalizing your achievement
• Must be sponsored by someone who currently wears the Red Dalmater

As of May 2021, those who have either taken the original Trials of Swordsmanship or passed the One Hour Non-Stop Battle are:

• Kaiden Joseph
• Kaiden Storm
• Kaiden Bonefinder
• Kaiden Nikon
• Kaiden Hedge
• Head Kaiden Gad (passed both the Trials and 1HNSB)
• Ketrin
• Kaiden Vea Ravenstar
• Kaiden Requiem