On the Order- The Knights of Eagle's Rook (The Order of Eagle's Rook)

What year was your Knighthood formed?

Photo by Megan Matulewicz

1993, by Sir Gunnar (Steve Johnson)

What does your knighthood stand for?

The Knights of Eagle’s Rook are devoted to upholding the selfless ideals of knighthood – championing the cause of good, standing up for what is right, and protecting those who cannot protect themselves. We strive to be paragons of virtue.

What are your tenants?

The Code of Eagle’s Rook is as follows:

                                                                            Honor
I shall tread only upon the paths of honor, for a true knight knows no other way.

Valor
I shall harbor neither fear nor self-doubt, for there is nothing I cannot accomplish.

Truth
I shall be true to myself, in word and in deed, in spirit and in arms.

 

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What is your symbol?

• Squires of the Knights of Eagle’s Rook wear a plain blue belt.
• Knights of Eagle’s Rook wear the same blue belt with a white rook stamped on the tip.
• Knights are also the only members of Eagle’s Rook who are allowed to wear white tabards with the blue rook.

Did you have a traditional Knightly power, if so what was it?

Originally the Knights of Eagle’s Rook knightly power allowed knights to close gates to Faerie at will, but it evolved over the years to allow knights to physically hold magic gates or portals open or closed for a short period of time (usually 30 seconds).

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What do you look for when selecting squires?

Integrity and strength of character. Not just a willingness to learn, but a desire to grow personally.

Good hair doesn’t hurt but is not a requirement.

What is your squiring process like?

It will vary with each squire but there is usually a period of getting to know other members of the knighthood and performing some preliminary tasks. Once we get to a point where both the candidate and the knighthood feel it is definitely a good fit, they are officially made a squire. The criteria for someone to be knighted will vary because each squire will have different goals.

Who is your current Knight Commander?

Sir Vawn Coupant

Who are your currently active Knights?

Sir Vawn, Sir Adara, and Sir Mikail are our currently active knights. The current actives squires include Hermian, Draco, Valerie, Liselle, and Balthazar.

Photo by Jesse Gifford

Do you have any interesting stories from your Knighthoods past?

There are several on the Realmsnet site “Tales” section that stand out - Sir Gunnar's Tale, Ode to Lady Anne, and The Mists of the Fay. Lady Anne’s own The Ballad of Sir Pyr Thalax is a very well written tribute.

More recent tales can be heard for the asking.

Anything else?

Eagle’s Rook is one of the original Knightocracies in the Realms, meaning the country is governed by the KoER and the position of Lord is held by the Knight Commander.  Despite that, the Knighthood is not a national order focused on advancing the country above all else. It is dedicated to the universal adherence of our ideals, even when they may conflict with the interests of one’s friends, nation, or religion.