"Knights and Paladins-
The symbols of chivalry are powerful, powerful because of their deep attachment to the most important virtues of man. Courtesy, respect, generosity, honesty, fidelity, humility, justice, excellence (prowess), courage, loyalty, duty. These things are timeless. Attached to the bright symbols of knighthood, they are still transmitted down through the generations, striking a chord of need when times seem dark.
(1) To live one's life so that it is worthy of respect
and honor by all.
(2) Fair Play:
*Never attack an unarmed foe.
*Never charge an unhorsed opponent.
*Never attack from behind.
*Avoid cheating.
*Avoid torture.
(3) Nobility:
*Exhibit self discipline.
*Show respect to authority.
*Obey the law.
*Administer justice.
*Administer mercy.
*Protect the innocent.
*Respect women.
(4) Valor:
*Exhibit courage in word and deed.
*Avenge the wronged.
*Defend the weak and innocent.
*Fight with honor.
*Never abandon a friend, ally, or noble cause.
(5) Honor:
*Always keep your word of honor.
*Always maintain your principles.
*Never betray confidence or comrade.
*Avoid deception.
*Respect life.
(6) Courtesy:
*Exhibit manners.
*Be polite and attentive.
*Respectful of host, authority, honor and woman.
(7) Loyalty:
*To God, Sovereign, Country, and the codes of
Chivalry.
*Always respect and obey the law unless the law is
wrongful.
*Always be kind and never cruel.
*Give mercy to those that ask for it.
*Always be truthful and never lie.
*Defend the Law of Good and seek to stop injustice.
*Have compassion to the weak, frail, and oppressed,
and seek to help them in any way.
*Be charitable to others and give to those in need.
*Always succor women when they are in distress.
*Love your country, family, religion, and uphold them
in any way.
*Always put the needs of others above the needs of
yourself.
*Live a pure and noble life."
