The code of Chivalry...

[nadriel]

Prowess: To seek excellence in all endeavors expected of a knight, martial and otherwise, seeking strength to be used in the service of justice, rather than in personal aggrandizement.

Justice: Seek always the path of 'right', unencumbered by bias or personal interest. Recognize that the sword of justice can be a terrible thing, so it must be tempered by humanity and mercy. If the 'right' you see rings agrees with others, and you seek it out without bending to the temptation for expediency, then you will earn renown beyond measure.

Loyalty: Be known for unwavering commitment to the people and ideals you choose to live by. There are many places where compromise is expected; loyalty is not amongst them.

Defense: The ideal knight was sworn by oath to defend his liege lord and those who depended upon him. Seek always to defend your nation, your family, and those to whom you believe worthy of loyalty.

Courage: Being a knight often means choosing the more difficult path, the personally expensive one. Be prepared to make personal sacrifices in service of the precepts and people you value. At the same time, a knight should seek wisdom to see that stupidity and courage are cousins. Courage also means taking the side of truth in all matters, rather than seeking the expedient lie. Seek the truth whenever possible, but remember to temper justice with mercy, or the pure truth can bring grief.

Faith: A knight must have faith in his beliefs, for faith roots him and gives hope against the despair that human failings create.

Humility: Value first the contributions of others; do not boast of your own accomplishments, let others do this for you. Tell the deeds of others before your own, according them the renown rightfully earned through virtuous deeds. In this way the office of knighthood is well done and glorified, helping not only the gentle spoken of but also all who call themselves knights.

Largesse: Be generous in so far as your resources allow; largesse used in this way counters gluttony. It also makes the path of mercy easier to discern when a difficult decision of justice is required.

Nobility: Seek great stature of character by holding to the virtues and duties of a knight, realizing that though the ideals cannot be reached, the quality of striving towards them ennobles the spirit, growing the character from dust towards the heavens. Nobility also has the tendency to influence others, offering a compelling example of what can be done in the service of rightness.

Franchise: Seek to emulate everything I have spoken of as sincerely as possible, not for the reason of personal gain but because it is right. Do not restrict your exploration to a small world, but seek to infuse every aspect of your life with these qualities. Should you succeed in even a tiny measure then you will be well remembered for your quality and virtue.

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[takhisis.livejournal.com]

*opens and shuts mouth for a few seconds*

To quote my grandfather, "Well I'll be jiggered."
Aparrently I'm a knight. News to me.

Nobility also has the tendency to influence others, offering a compelling example of what can be done in the service of rightness....
Should you succeed in even a tiny measure then you will be well remembered for your quality and virtue.

Unfortunately, I've yet to see these be true as general rules. People tend to look on these qualities as someone whose good intentions can be used and twisted, someone who's easy to emotionally wound directly or bait by setting up their loved ones in the path of harm, all for the sake of a power rush and the "entertainment" of drama.

But knowing that doesn't stop me from following the code anyway... just makes me a cynical smartaleck on top of it. ;)

[nadriel.livejournal.com]

Ah, I knowingly chose to follow this code a long time ago- I blame my grandparents for introducing me to King Arthur at an early age.

Later on, I incorporated elements of Bushido into my way of doing things as well.

But here's to the last Knights of the Old Code...

[takhisis.livejournal.com]

I've never directly studied Bushido either, but I get the feeling there's a lot of overlap. I know there's a lot of overlap in the basic Tenets of martial arts I've run into before. (Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control, Indomitable Spirit) Now I'm sorely tempted to look up what I can online.

And I hope there will never be a last.

[nadriel.livejournal.com]

There's always a last- until the next one comes along...

[takhisis.livejournal.com]

*laughs* I'll drink to that, then!

A voice rom the past

[(Anonymous)]

*smiles faintly while crossing her arms. Staring openly at a face with a name she's not seen for longer than she can remember, but remember it well she does. She didnt take it for granted that he might remember her as time passed had a way of playing with one's memories. She had learned from Naddy and Selgard well the lessons one taught and chastised her with in thier teachings of her and what she would become if she survived. Survive she had..though changed and now fully what she was, as they were. Her mind hidden and grown secretive with the spells in the time she had spent alone. The bitter frostiness in the air surrounding her gave tell to her grown power though her eyes almost pure white now showed no emotion. Glittering rings upon her fingers as well as stones surrounding her neck all were spells she didnt bother to hide from sight.

Yes, she remembered Naddy, the nickname she used teasing him so long ago and taunted him with. Strange how she had come across him in this place. She slowly faded seeing as how he seemed to be doing well and she would not disturb that, but left enough of her presence behind to let him know that she had been there, had remembered him.

Stormy

Re: A voice rom the past

[nadriel.livejournal.com]

Wooo! Long time no see!!