Knight

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==The Historical Knight==
In [[Medieval]] times, a '''knight''' was a mounted warrior in the [[service]] of a [[Lord]]. The word 'knight' is derived from the [[German]] word 'knecht', which means 'servant'.

In later periods, being made a knight was a great [[honour]]. A knight's behaviour, both in [[combat|battle]] and normal life, was guided by a [[code of conduct]].

===See Also===
* [[Chivalric Orders]]
* [[Chivalry]]

==Knights in the SCA==
In the [[SCA]], a '''knight''' is a fighter who has been elevated by the [[Crown]] to the [[Order of Chivalry]] for showing great prowess at [[heavy fighting]] (heavily armoured hand-to-hand fighting) as well as behaving in a chivalrous manner and demonstrating a basic knowledge of medieval customs and arts.

Knights are made by the current [[king]], to whom they swear [[fealty]]. They are recommended by a council of the other knights, but the final decision to elevate a person to the Order is the prerogative of the Crown. Those who do not wish to swear fealty may become '''Masters of Arms''', although not every kingdom encourages use of this title.

SCA knights can be identified by their [[white belt]], [[spurs]] and a [[Chain of Fealty]]. Masters of arms wear a white [[baldric]] instead of a white belt and do not wear a [[Chain of Fealty]], unless they have choosen for this reign to swear [[fealty]].

Knights are addressed with the [[title]] [[sir]] whether male or female. Some female knights prefer to be addressed as [[Dame]]. Masters of arms use the title [[Master]] or [[Mistress]].

A Knight may take on one or more [[squire]]s to train. .

===Order of Chivalry===
The '''Order of Chivalry''' is a [[peer]]age order of knights and masters of arms. They advise the crown on matters of chivalry and recommend new members for their order.

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