Although Knights have a reputation as being bold and honourable folks, many are merely elevated thugs with pretensions of grandeur. Here are some sample knights your player characters could meet along the road or during their quests.
1 - Sir Wymark the Bruiser: A bear of a man with magnificently waxed mustaches, this knight loves taking part in tournaments and other demonstrations of knightly virtue. Although he won't try to kill anyone, he insists on a few passes in armoured combat before he'll allow anyone to pass. 2 - Lady Claramunda la Furiosa: An immaculately-dressed lady knight with a personally hand-embroidered surcoat, a devil with a sword, and a real fitness junkie. She is keen to prove her worth, and has been an unwavering champion of her people since first taking up the blade. She is an exemplar for all who follow her, winning at combat, drinking, and artwork alike. 3 - Ser Yon, Quickshanks: A graceful warrior who wears a jupon with fluttering sleeves, this knight never seems to stand still. He is introspective and curiously quiet, often staying silent until he feels his insight is needed. 4 - Sir Alain of the River: A young knight, fair of face and deeds. He is a friendly face who has become popular for his service, and laughs as he does battle. He is more likely to disengage and instruct in how to carry out a particular technique than to exploit an opponent's weakness. 5 - Sir Emme the Heartbreaker: A physically massive woman who carries a great steel-banded mace, this knight won her title by striking an opponent so hard that his breastbones shattered instantly. She is a brute who demands respect from any who cross her path, and is willing to work as a freelance for hire. 6 - Lady Branwynne, La Fantôme: A mysterious knight who enters tournaments dressed in black-enamelled armour, La Fantôme is the pseudonym of Lady Branwynne, a very proper and well-to-do young lady of a well-respected family. When she insisted upon doing battle, her parents indulged her, but made sure that she was well-trained and protected. She defends her true identity fiercely, and will respect the same request from any opponent she meets. Also posted on Game Masters Stash on 9 June 2021. Comments are closed.
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