Knighthood

A Knight is a noble sword whose been granted the honorary title of Sir or Lady by the King or a Lord. In return, a Knight serves their Lord or King by enforcing the laws of the land and laying down their life for their region. Historically, Knights are by warriors and tacticians called Squires. Because their are eight regions, each has their own force of Knights.

Becoming a Knight
There are three known ways to becoming a Knight.

The path to Knighthood typically begins at the age of seven. Noble children having already learned good manners and possess a basic education are sent away in the day to study under a Knight that has chosen to take them under their wing. In the evenings, they return home and continue their education. These are called Pages. Around the age of fourteen, Pages can advance to Squires  and become an official apprentice of a Knight. They live with their Knight by this point until their Knight feels they are ready to enter Knighthood. Knights are usually named at the age of eighteen, no younger than seventeen. Only children of nobles can walk this path.

A few months after he was named King of the Magni, King Tobias Lannister took a tour of the Eight Kingdoms to be accustomed with his people. He discovered on his trip that there was talent for Knighthood amongst the children of the merchant and lower classes. He decreed the following year that a university be made in each region for the most educated children to attend. From ages 10 to 18, children attend their university and learn everything they must to become a Knight. By their final year, only the top 20% are graduated to Knighthood, while the rest return home with a decent education and skills needed to become a mercenary.

The final way involves great accomplishment. If a local hero's story reaches the ears of a Lord, they may be named a Knight as a reward. Same may be said for those who win in tournaments.

Knight Characters

 * Sir Damien Lannister
 * Squire Melchior Morgenstern