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Knights are best described as a person of noble birth, or one who distinguished themselves in battle. They are civilized warriors that are well educated, and follow codes of chivalry. They may also study the lore of healing and enchantment.[1]

Knights have been in Tamrielic history since ancient times, with the Welkynars of Eton Nir being a knightly order from Summerset, whose existence has spanned nearly all of the province's history.[2] Sir Cadwell was a Merethic Era Nede whose endeavors have earned him a plethora of accolades.[3]

Breton society is famous for its knightly orders. Militant orders of knights have existed since the Bretons became independent from Direnni elves. High Rock's cultural history is founded on tales of such noble and chivalrous knights, which supposedly fought for Breton Liberation and drove the Direnni back to Balfiera Isle. The knightly orders were founded to carry on the tradition of nobles-in-arms and to ensure the province would have defenders at the ready should invading armies come to their gates.[4] Breton knights espouse the traditional chivalric principles of Breton society and are among the most prominent practitioners of High Rock's culture of questing.[4][5][6]

Other races have or had knights, such as the Ayleid Knights of the Gleaming Blade, the Dunmeri Buoyant Armigers, and the Redguard Gallants of Hammerfell are their race's equivalent to knights.[7]

Knightly Orders[edit]

Breton[edit]

Knights of the Dragon: Protectors and warriors for the city and royal family of Daggerfall. [8]
Knights of the White Rose: Protectors and warriors for the city and royal family of Wayrest. [8]
Knights of the Flame: Protectors and warriors for the town and royal family of Anticlere. [8]
Knights of the Pale Order: A defunct possibly Vampiric Knightly Order from the late fifth century of the first era. Pale Order Knights supposedly kept records of the Direnni that they slew. [9]
Knights of the Owl: Protectors and warriors for the town and royal family of Glenpoint. [8]
Order of the Raven: Originally founded by Baron Othrok, they are reputed to be one of the most legendary knightly orders in all of High Rock, with high standards for recruits and accepting only the greatest warriors. [10]
Order of the Cup: Protectors of the Plessington Clan. [8]
Knights of Saint Pelin: Knightly Order of Evermore.
The Lion Guard: Knightly Order that served as the elite and personal guardians of the Daggerfall Covenant's rulers. The order's tenets were to fight for the good of all High Rock and every Breton.[11]
Knights of the Silver Rose: Was a Knightly Order that swore to protect Tamriel from the corruption of Daedra.
Order of the Crypt: Knightly Order that operates out of the Crypt of Hearts.
Knights of the Circle: The Knights of the Circle serve the guardians of the Order of Arkay, and are as zealous as his priests. Members are expected to be skilled in combat, and are to swear unwavering loyalty to Ark'ay. [12]
Order of the Lily: As knights of the House of Dibella, they are sworn to the ideals of their patron god. While the priestesses of their temple are occupied with emanating pure beauty, the Order offers protection, and should they die in battle, they are to die gracefully. [13]
Knights Mentor: The Knights Mentor serve the School of Julianos. They protect their patron god's influence by protecting their temple's endeavors to expand their wealth of knowledge, which in turn combats ignorance. [14]
Kynaran Order: The Kynaran Order serves the Temple of Kynareth. Knights are expected to dedicate their mind, body, and sword to their patron god. [15]
Maran Knights: The Maran Knights serve the Benevolence of Mara, but they are seen as controversial among those they protect. Although their existence is seen as hypocrisy, they are in a necessity, as military might is needed to protect the peace and love that Mara represents. [16]
The Crusaders: The Crusaders (also called the Knights of Stendarr) serve the Temple of Stendarr. While their patron god represents ideals such as compassion and charity, without military strength, they cannot survive. [17]
Knights of Iron: The Knights of Iron serve the Resolution of Z'en. They represents the warrior aspect of the God of Merchants and Commerce, and act as a deterrence to any that may interrupt trade. [18]
Knights of Death's Valor: Disbanded knightly Order based in the Systres.[19]
Oaken Order: Knightly Order that prioritizes magic and magical understanding over martial combat. Because of this, they have an intimate relationship with the druids, often citing the druidic teachers as the foundation for their high level of magical understanding. Oaken knights have been known to eclipse Mages Guild spellwrights in the areas of Destruction and Conjuring.[19]
Order of the Albatross: Knightly Order that prides itself on its massive wingspan. Their numbers, both in active knights and percentage of Nirn explored, greatly exceeds that of other knightly orders based in the archipelago. This is made possible by the order's focus on adventure, discovery, and daring feats, which draws initiates from the mainland.[19]
Order of the Braided Vine: Minor Druidic Knightly Order started by the Stonelore Circle to protect points of interest considered sacred to them. It is unknown if this order was created to pique interest into Druidism, or if it was a genuine attempt to meld their lifestyle into modern Breton culture.
Order of Flame and Shadow: A mysterious Order in the Systres that some consider to be nothing more than a legend. Tomes and histories indicate this order is comprised of a sole knight who passes the mantle to a protege after an extensive and secretive training regiment. The Knight of Flame and Shadow had been sighted on a few occasions over the centuries, both working alongside the nobility and also actively entreating an uprising among the common folk.
Order of the Iron Knot: Knightly Order that are known for their martial skills, which they hone on the road and at tournaments. Their founder, Baroness Belene Chatillon, sailed with the All Flags Navy itself. She fought the Sload, and lost an arm to Sload rot. In honor of her sacrifice and bravery, some members of the knightly order wear a black gauntlet on one hand.[19]

Cyrodilic[edit]

Order of the Hour: The Order of the Hour serves as the militant arm of the Akatosh Chantry, and are dedicated to the Great Dragon's cause. They uphold the stability and permanence that he represents.[20] Though they have the origin as one of the oldest knightly orders in Imperial history,[21] they have most notably cemented their presence within the Kingdom of Wayrest.[20][22]
Knights of the Nine: The Knights of the Nine were formed by Amiel Lannus in 3E 111 for the purpose of recovering the Crusader's Relics.
Knights of the White Stallion: Knightly Order of Leyawiin.
Knights of the Thorn: A Knightly Order formed by Farwil Indarys they were considered to be a glorified club. When Umbriel passed over Cheydinhal they along with the City guard and Imperial Legion evacuated citizens. [23]
Order of the Dragon: An illustrious Knightly Order founded by Tiber Septim. The highest rank is the Champion of Cyrodiil which only seven people have been awarded with. [24]

Redguard[edit]

Knights of the Moon: The Knights of the Moon are a defunct Knightly order that were the Protectors and warriors for the city and royal family of Sentinel. [8]
Order of the Candle: Replaced the defunct Knights of the Moon as the official protectors and warriors of the kingdom of Sentinel. (need ingame source to see who says it)
Host of the Horn: Protectors and warriors for the town and royal family Lainlyn. [8]
Host of the True Horn: Followers of Lord Kain the pretender to the throne of Lainlyn. [8]
Knights of the Scarab: Protectors and warriors for the town and royal family of Totambu. [8]
Knights of the Wheel: Protectors and warriors for the town and royal family of Avibon-Gora. [8]
Knights of the Hawk: Protectors and warriors for the town and royal family of Santaki. [8]

Altmeri[edit]

Welkynars of Eton Nir: Altmer Knightly Order based in Cloudrest who protect the Summerset Isles. [25]
Jephrine Paladins: An order devoted to Jephre. [26]
Auridon Paladins: An order devoted to protection of the isle of the Auridon. [27]

Ayleid[edit]

Knights of the Gleaming Blade: Ayleid Knightly Order of Delodiil. [28]

Reachfolk[edit]

Witch Knights : Reachfolk "knights" inspired by Breton mounted warriors. [29]

Dunmeri[edit]

Buoyant Armigers : Knights-errands devoted to Vivec. [30]

Undefined[edit]

Order of the Lamp: These Knights are in charge of protecting the Mages guild. They are lead by a Palantinus, under the direct orders of the Archmage.[31]
Templar Knightly Orders[edit]
Knights of the Circle: The Knights of the Circle serve the guardians of the Order of Arkay, and are as zealous as his priests. Members are expected to be skilled in combat, and are to swear unwavering loyalty to Ark'ay.[12]
Order of the Lily: As knights of the House of Dibella, they are sworn to the ideals of their patron god.[13] While the priestesses of their temple are occupied with emanating pure beauty, the Order offers protection, and should they die in battle, they are to die gracefully.[32]
Knights Mentor: The Knights Mentor serve the School of Julianos. They protect their patron god's influence by protecting their temple's endeavors to expand their wealth of knowledge, which in turn combats ignorance.[14]
Kynaran Order: The Kynaran Order serves the Temple of Kynareth. Knights are expected to dedicate their mind, body, and sword to their patron god.[15]
Maran Knights: The Maran Knights serve the Benevolence of Mara, but they are seen as controversial among those they protect. Although their existence is seen as hypocrisy, they are in a necessity, as military might is needed to protect the peace and love that Mara represents.[16]
The Crusaders: The Crusaders (also called the Knights of Stendarr) serve the Temple of Stendarr. While their patron god represents ideals such as compassion and charity, without military strength, they cannot survive.[17]
Knights of Iron: The Knights of Iron serve the Resolution of Z'en. They represent the warrior aspect of the God of Merchants and Commerce, and act as a deterrence to any that may interrupt trade.[18]
Knights of the Spider Cult: Knights devoted to Mephala.[33]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Knight Class description in Morrowind
  2. ^ The Welkynars of Eton NirSir Relequen, Wing Captain of the Welkynars
  3. ^ Cadwell the Betrayer's dialogue in ESO
  4. ^ a b The Knightly Orders of High RockLady Cinnabar of Taneth
  5. ^ Tamrielic LoreYagrum Bagarn
  6. ^ Dame Helenie's QuestSir Randyl of the Order of the Albatross
  7. ^ Varieties of Faith, The ForebearsBrother Mikhael Karkuxor of the Imperial College
  8. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k The Daggerfall Chronicles — Ronald Wartow
  9. ^ Ring of the Pale Order codex entries in ESO
  10. ^ Faction information for the Order of the Raven in Daggerfall
  11. ^ The Improved Emperor's Guide to Tamriel: High RockFlaccus Terentius, 2E 581
  12. ^ a b Knights of the Circle faction information in Daggerfall
  13. ^ a b Faction information for the House of Dibella and the Order of the Lily
  14. ^ a b Faction information on the Knights Mentor
  15. ^ a b Kynaran Order faction information in Daggerfall
  16. ^ a b Faction information for the Maran Knights in Daggerfall
  17. ^ a b Faction information for the Crusaders in Daggerfall
  18. ^ a b Resolution of Zenithar faction information in Daggerfall
  19. ^ a b c d Systres Knightly OrdersEdana Augier, Knight Chronicler
  20. ^ a b Order of the Hour faction information in Daggerfall
  21. ^ Paladin's Mail description in Blades
  22. ^ Events that occur in the mission Kastus Thorn's House, Order of the Hour Barracks, and Temple of Akatosh in The Fall of the Dark Brotherhood
  23. ^ Lord of SoulsGreg Keyes
  24. ^ High Chancellor Ocato's dialogue in Oblivion
  25. ^ The Welkynars of Eton NirSir Relequen, Wing Captain of the Welkynars
  26. ^ Jephrine Paladin Style in ESO
  27. ^ Auridon Paladin Card Lore entry in Legends
  28. ^ Knights of the Gleaming BladeLateesh
  29. ^ Witch Knight Charger's description in ESO
  30. ^ Buoyant Armigers: Swords of VivecTarvus, Archcanon of Vivec
  31. ^ Generic Dialogue during joining the Order of the Lamp in Daggerfall
  32. ^ Generic Dialogue on the Order of the Lily in Daggerfall
  33. ^ Skein Scorpion description in ESO
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