Raptorious

Moved to the Archive. It shall be sorted into the appropriate category shortly.

Application Skype name: you have it Do you have/are willing to install Teamspeak?: i have it Requested faction to play: The Rift! yo im pretty ****, whoever plays eastmarch better b a cool dude

Thousands of crows circle over the battlefield, hungrily cawing at the bodies that littered the battlefield, Adrian and Savoyard alike. The whirlwind of black-winged birds swooped down one by one, pecking on the bodies of the fallen, their corpses left for carrion.

That death glitch happened to a few people, was pretty stupid. Tbh my lag wasn't as bad as that but it got better once a bunch of guys died.

Ser Garahel waited back at camp after having been dragged from the battlefield by his Horen bastard cousin. He clutched his wounded and scarred shoulder, wrapped in a bloody bandage as he grimaced in pain, but grinned nonetheless as the victorious men of Oren returned to the camp, his own sword, having been bloodied numerous times, resting by his medical bed.

Since he was the owner of the chat, did you ever make a new one?

Ser Garahel reads the Bull and furrows his brow heavily. He slams the parchment down on the table and storms off muttering to himself. "No priest will set foot on Saltstone while they associate my lands even remotely with the treacherous ingrates in Vanaheim," he growls to himself, "I'll just ******* attend mass in Felsen."

"Approved by the Master of Chivalry, the re-affirmation of your vows will be scheduled soon."

"Approved by the Master of Chivalry, the re-affirmation of your vows will be scheduled soon." "As a Church Knight, you are the only exception to the King's Law regarding knights. Your circumstances are not applicable here."

Documents The Knight’s Code of Chivalry https://www.lordofthecraft.net/topic/132248-the-knights-code-of-chivalry/ The Edict of Knighthood https://www.lordofthecraft.net/topic/131786-edict-of-knighthood/ The Book of the Dragon - The Knight’s Book https://www.lordofthecraft.net/topic/129076-book-of-the-dragon-the-knights-book/

Ceremonies Obligations Once approved by His Majesty the King or the Master of Chivalry, the intended Knight has a number of things they must have prepared before going through with their Vigil and subsequently their Knighting Ceremony. Liege Lord & Lands The intended Knight must ensure that they have a liege Lord that is willing to vassalise them and grant them land. This is one of the most important obligations the intended Knight must fulfil before being elevated to knighthood. Code of Chivalry The Code of Chivalry is the heart and soul of a Knight. The intended Knight is expected to have learnt the words of the Code, the meanings of each and every line at least, if not by heart. Oftentimes a Knight will carry around a little scroll on their person bearing the Code of Chivalry. A small tradition but not an obligation. However a Knight that forgets the Code is one that will shame himself. Knight’s Sword Every Knight, regardless of origin or stature, is expected to own, maintain and carry his own sword at all times. He is to go nowhere without his sword, whether he prefers to wield another weapon or not, he is to keep a longsword, hand-and-a-half sword or arming sword on his person. He is also expected to have this with him when he recites his Oaths and takes his Vigil. Coat of Arms Becoming a Knight means becoming part of the Gentry of the Kingdom of Oren. Every Knight is expected to have a personal Coat of Arms. Most Knights from Noble families tend to take the Coat of Arms of their families or Houses, sometimes a personal derivation of their House or a new one entirely. Regardless, prior to being knighted the Knight must establish their Coat of Arms, be it with a blazon (merely a description of the sigil and colours) or an actual shield. The Vigil Once ready to take their vows and ascend to knighthood, the intended Knight must undergo a Vigil. This is a silent ritual that the intended Knight must undergo if they are to be knighted. If the intended Knight fails their Vigil, they must wait a Saint’s Week before retrying. First the intended Knight must commune with a Priest and make their intentions clear. They are to explain that they are to take their Vigil outside a Holy Site. This means they are to stand from dawn til dawn, an entire Saint’s Day, in silence, watching and guarding the Holy premises. The intended Knight is forbidden from bringing any provisions, be it food, water or extra furs. They may take only the clothes on their back (oftentimes a chainmail cuirass and a tabard) as well as their sword. The Priest that they have spoken with, is permitted to bring food and water three times and three times only from the start of the Vigil until the end. The intended Knight is forbidden from leaving his post outside the Holy Site, be it a shrine, an altar or a Church, it matters not. They are forbidden from speaking or moving and are there to fulfil their duty; watching in vigilance. Should any harm come to the Holy Site, the Knight is demanded to defend it with his life. Knighting At this stage the intended Knight is prepared to take his Oaths and undergo the Knighting Ceremony. They have prepared all that they need to prepare and have taken their Vigil, proving themselves worthy of the rank of Knight. Prior to the public Knighting Ceremony, the intended Knight is expected to take two of his oaths in private, due to their lengthy nature. First is the Oath of Chivalry [detailed below], followed by the Oath of Fealty. They are both said almost subsequently, a few hours prior to the public ceremony. As stated below, a Priest, the intended Knight’s liege Lord and one other witness must be present for these oaths. Following the Oath of Chivalry, the vow taken is sealed in blood. A small cut is made on the intended Knight’s hand, the line “In my blood the Creator’s will shall be written” following it. The cut is then wrapped in a white linen cloth, coated with oils acquired from the three corners of the Realm. After this, the Oath of Fealty is then recited. Come the public Knighting Ceremony, the intended Knight is to kneel before the throne and His Majesty, the King. He is to draw his sword and hold it in front of him, blade pointed downwards and perpendicular to the floor as he kneels. After a few words said by the intended Knight and His Majesty, the King, His Majesty is then to recite the line “On what do you swear your oath, in sight of God and Men?” at which point, the intended Knight(s) will recite the Oath of Knighthood. As the intended Knight(s) conclude their oaths, the King is to touch a ceremonial sword once on each shoulder, starting from the left and then the right. The King is then to recite the line “Rise a Knight. Rise, Ser [Name] of [Place].” As per tradition, the King is expected to then backhand the Knight across the face and recite the line, “Let this be the last time you are struck unanswered.” The Knight then rises and bows before the King, sheathing his sword. Thus concludes the Knighting Ceremony. It is customary for a feast, banquet or even tourneys to be held following a Knighting Ceremony, however this is not compulsory. Oaths Oath of Chivalry The Knight’s Oath of Chivalry is quite literally the Code of Chivalry, reworded in the first person. This is the first vow a Knight takes and the one that takes precedence above all other vows. The words of the code are the most important words a Knight will ever learn. I shall live by honour, for glory, and guard the honour of my fellow Knights. Honour The Creator and maintain His Temple. Keep faithful and act in righteousness. I shall serve my liege Lord with valour and conviction. Persevere to the end in any quest begun and never turn my back upon a foe. -=- I shall not give wanton offense and shall despise monetary reward. Give succour to widows and orphans and regard the honor of women. I shall offer that which is not needed, to those who are needy. And safeguard the helpless and uphold the weak. -=- I shall respect those in authority but fight for the welfare of all. Abstain from injustice, cruelty and deceit. I shall be vigilant and show courage, even in the face of evil. Resolve not with swords what can be with words. And at all times speak the truth, even if faced with death. In my blood the Creator’s will shall be written. Oath of Fealty This Oath of Fealty is taken in sight of a Priest, the Knight’s intended liege Lord and one other witness, prior to the Knighting Ceremony yet after the Oath of Chivalry is taken. To be released from an Oath of Fealty, the Knight must make a formal request of their liege Lord and will thus need to swear beneath a new one. I [Name] of [Place], upon my life and honour in sight of God and men, do hereby swear my oath of fealty to you Lord [Name] of [Place]. In war I swear I shall bring you victory when you raise your banners. In peace I shall be vigilant and defend your lands from danger. In death I will give my life in sacrifice for my liege and die an honourable death. My life and sword are yours until my Lord release me or death take me. Oath of Knighthood The Oath of Knighthood is the only oath taken at the actual Knighting Ceremony. It is said in sight of the King, usually a Priest and numerous witnesses and prior to the official ‘Knighting’ by the King. Like the Oath of Chivalry, this is an oath that you cannot break or be relieved from, unless your knighthood has been revoked. I swear upon my life and honour in sight of God and Men to uphold my oaths and duties to the Crown. I shall obey my King, protect my people and defend the Realm from all who would do her harm. In my blood the Creator’s will shall be written.

Office of the Master of Chivalry Any concerns regarding Knighthood, Knights or Squires are to be brought to attention here, at the Office of the Master of Chivalry, be they complaints, notices or requests for elevation to Knighthood. Any information regarding Knights may also be found below. Reaffirmation of Knighthood If you are an existing Knight of the Kingdom of Oren, then fill out this form below and submit it to the Office of the Master of Chivalry. Be aware, Knights who do not meet the appropriate criteria demanded by His Majesty, the King, shall have their former Knighthood revoked. If you do not meet the appropriate criteria, but have been knighted in the past, do all that you can do achieve such i.e. swear fealty to a titled Lord or acquire land etc. Form Example Form Squires seeking Knighthood If you are currently being squired to a titled Lord or landed Knight, your sire may decide that you are ready to be elevated to Knighthood. All intended Knights are expected to fulfil all the required criteria demanded by His Majesty, the King. Should the form be accepted by His Majesty, the King, the Master of Chivalry shall inspect the intended knight to see if they are indeed worthy of the rank of Knight. The Master of Chivalry and His Majesty, the King, retain the right to reject any and all requests of Knighthood. Form Example Form List of Legitimate Knights Ser Garahel Varodyr, Master of Chivalry, Knight of Saltstone-by-the-Sea [[Royim]] To reaffirm vows: Ser Foltest, Knight of Fledern [[u000893]] Ser Vulpes Roke, Knight of the Owlswood [[Volkisch]]

The Knight’s Code of Chivalry As revised on the 7th of The Amber Cold, 1470, by Ser Maric II Varodyr, the Winged Knight, scribed by Ser Akal Ipos. A Knight shall live by honour, for glory, and guard the honour of fellow Knights. Honour The Creator and maintain His Temple. Keep faithful and act in righteousness. He shall serve his liege Lord with valour and conviction. Persevere to the end in any quest begun and never turn his back upon a foe. -=- A Knight shall not give wanton offense and shall despise monetary reward. Give succour to widows and orphans and regard the honor of women. He shall offer that which is not needed, to those who are needy. And safeguard the helpless and uphold the weak. -=- A Knight shall respect those in authority but fight for the welfare of all. Abstain from injustice, cruelty and deceit. He shall be vigilant and show courage, even in the face of evil. Resolve not with swords what can be with words. And at all times speak the truth, even if faced with death. In his blood the Creator’s will shall be written.