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figured I'd share this as a whole(since steve said I should haha). It a culmination of research I did on Knights and the code the followed in days of old. This is a slightly altered version to fit uo..like Virtues replaced the word church..etc etc. Also..this does fit into a book in uo..I have vahn carrying a copy of this on him where ever he goes.

The Code of the Knight

Table of contents
1.The ten commandments of the code of chivalry
2. Britain supplement
3.Preamble to the code of honor
4. Eight virtues
5. Code of Honor

I. Thou shalt believe all that the virtues teaches and shalt observe all its directions.
II. Thou shalt defend the virtues.
III. Thou shalt respect all weakness, and shalt constitute thyself the defender of them.
IV. Thou shalt love the country in the which thou wast born.
V. Thou shalt not recoil before thine enemy.
VI. Thou shalt make war against the Infidel without cessation, and without mercy.
VII. Thou shalt perform scrupulously thy feudal duties, it they be not contrary to the laws of the land.
VIII. Thou shalt never lie, and shall remain faithful to thy pledged word.
IX. Thou shalt be generous, and give largess to everyone.
X. Thou shalt be everywhere and always the champion of the Right and the Good against Injustice and Evil.

Britain Supplement

1. Live to serve the King and country.
2. Live to defend Crown and country and all it holds dear.
3. Live one's life so that it is worthy of respect and honor.
4. Live for freedom, justice and all that is good.
5. Never attack an unarmed foe.
6. Never use a weapon on an opponent not equal to the attack.
7. Never attack from behind.
8. Avoid lying to your fellow man.
9. Avoid cheating.
10. Avoid torture.
11. Obey the law of king, country, and chivalry.
12. Administer justice.
13. Protect the innocent.
14. Exhibit self control.
15. Show respect to authority.
16. Respect women.
17. Exhibit Courage in word and deed.
18. Defend the weak and innocent.
19. Destroy evil in all of its monstrous forms.
20. Crush the monsters that steal our land and rob our people.
21. Fight with honor.
22. Avenge the wronged.
23. Never abandon a friend, ally, or noble cause.
24. Fight for the ideals of kind, country, and chivalry.
25. Die with valor.
26. Always keep one's word of honor.
27. Always maintain one's principles.
28. Never betray a confidence or comrade.
29. Avoid deception.
30. Respect life and freedom.
31. Die with Honor.
32. Exhibit manners.
33. Be polite and attentive.
34. Be respectful of host, women, and honor.
35. Loyalty to country, king, honor, freedom, and the code of chivalry.
36. Loyalty to one's friends and those who lay their trust in thee.

Preamble to the Code of Honor

As knights, we strive to better ourselves and be seen as shining examples to all around us. Therefore, we accept this Code of Conduct as a way to live our lives and vow that we will not violate The Code, under penalty of our higher conscience. Should we break this code, whether purposely or not, we know that we are forgiven. However, all knights stand forever in The Shadow of Truth. The only ones who are fooled are those who live in denial. If you break any part of this Code of Honor, learn from your weaknesses and break the Code no more. Remember, the most powerful weapons a knight possesses are The Shields of The Eight Virtues.

Shield of the Eight Virtues

As true knights we recognize the eight shields of virtue to be our greatest weapon against the Eight Dragons of De-Vices and other negative forces in the world. We vow to Honor and live by the Eight Shields of Virtue: Valor, Honor, Humility, Compassion, Justice, Honesty, Spirituality, and Sacrifice.

We must shield ourselves with these virtues, for only then will we be worthy to know unconditional love. We acknowledge that without The Eight Shields of Virtue, knights would be meaningless and The Eight Dragons of De-Vices and Evil would choke the life breath from the world.

Code of Honor

As Knights we hereby vow to live by this Code of Honor for reasons set forth in this document.

A. Knights are benevolent.
I. We are charitable and wish to do good for others. Our primary focus is to teach children how to stay safe from negative influences that will destroy their innocence.
II. We promote good will and fellowship.

B.Knights are faithful.
I. We are confident in the spirit of the Knight and trust in its humanitarian mission.
II. Faith is a belief not based on proof. It is the heartfelt knowing or truth that good or bad deeds are all you take with you when you leave this world. So make each deed count.

C. Knights are humble.
I. We are modest as regards to our own importance and submit to the greater good of humanity. Humility is knowing one's place and making the best of it.
II. We are proud but not arrogant and keep an open heart and mind to the opinion of others. However, we challenge unenlightened authority.

D. Knights have integrity
I. We adhere to the moral and ethical principles of knights by acting honorably and ensuring a soundness of character.
II. We are honest in our dealings with others and serve as role models and mentors to children.

E. Knights are loyal
I. We must be loyal to our families, friends, and fellow knights. We must stand together in strength knowing that if we are weak we weaken the armor of the whole and the innocent will suffer.
II. Only unity in loyalty can we defeat the onslaught of evil that plagues humanity.

F. Knights are merciful
I.We are compassionate towards others even in their defeat. We love and embrace evildoers for only then will they know unconditional love.
II. If we must judge we must also forgive.

G. Knights are patient
I.We must understand that it could take lifetimes to make a difference but it can only happen if we give our Quest proper time and place. Don't rush, just persevere. If something stands in your way, go around it.
II.We must try not to complain, maintain the tenacity not to quit. Knights must try to avoid physical violence as possible. Any animal can be violent or savage. Knights must life by a higher caliber - Excalibur -of excellence. We must solve our problems through reasoning, not fighting. However, if we see the defenseless whether it be man, woman or child under attack, we must stop the violence by any means available. Remember: Love is the culmination of all the virtues.
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"Concerning martial valor, merit lies more in dying for one's master than in striking down the enemy."