What you need to know about Knights
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What is a Knight
A knight was an elite warrior. Who would fight at minimum of forty days out of the year in service of there liege. A knight is held to high standards .Some of the major points are that he would protect his liege,care for his land and his people,conduct in court and public functions. He would also be expected to protect those of a lesser rank than him. He would be held to the highest Standard of combat knowledge of religion writing,music and leadership .In return the Knights would get loot from the battle there own estate and a position on the kings court.
Common weapons
These were some of the common weapons you would see on a knight rather than a sword.
Knights armorer
Not only would knights suit up.They would outfit there hoarse in armor as well.
Armor
This is Common armor for a knight and the terminology for it.
How to become a Knight
First you have to be the son of a king or another knight.But you can gain the opportunity to become a knight if you show tremendous courage on the battlefield.First step when your 8 to be a knight is you are sent to your lieges manor. You train as a page you learn everything you would need to know as a knight rules of court,chivalry,writing music and weapons.Then when your 13 you become a squire where you would Focus more on weapons hoarse riding and combat.The most important part of a knight is mounted combat.So learning how to ride a hoarse is essential.
aromor
Putting armor on a hoarse is very difficult.You must have a specially trained hoarse ,and they were often considered as a status piece.
helmet
Helmets are very strong ,and heavy so if a knight is hit in the head they will be knocked out.
swords
Swords are very useful ,and really cool.
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citations
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"What Is a Knight?" What Is a Knight? N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Feb. 2016.
"Medieval Knights." Medieval Knights. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Feb. 2016.