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For centuries, Middle Ages enthusiasts have been intrigued by knights, who make an appearance as noble warriors in many stories in a novel, a book, a videogame or a LARP, where they usually are depicted wearing shining armor, riding on glorious warhorses, and looking down upon the peasants—at least that’s the prevailing cliché in people’s minds. But where do the lines between historical fact and fiction start to blur?
Depending upon the historical epoch, the term “knight” indicates the profession of an official and a mounted man-at-arms, a man of reputable demeanor or—later—of noble rank. Contrary to the popular belief that a knight is wealthy and passes his rank down to his progeny, there were quite a lot of destitute knightly families who couldn’t even raise the money for their own or for their sons’ knightly accolade. Those were called noblemen. The tradition that has come down to us speaks of even more kinds of knights. Some failed knights eked out a living by hiring themselves out as mercenaries (“hedge knights”). Others occupied castles they couldn’t afford to maintain, forcing them to plunder the surrounding area (“marauding knights”). Still other groups of knights carried their own religious symbols and followed their own codices (“knights of the order”). So, as you can see, historical facts alone provide plenty of inspiration for fantastic knights.
The knight on his quest
With their roots in the rank of officialdom (and later nobility), knights enjoyed societal privileges such as access to better education. They usually could read and write, and were, in addition to swordfighting, trained in rhetoric, etiquette, dancing, and military maneuvers. They were mainly proficient men-at-arms, but, thanks to their education, they could also aspire to become skilled diplomats and leaders.
Knights join an adventuring party for a variety of reasons: some hope to gain fame and glory; some wish to restore the reputation of their family; some, quite traditionally, strive to impress their beloved with hero’s sagas praising their glorious deeds, while others just hope to accumulate gold and riches. Either way, a knight can be a valuable member of a questing party—or its worst adversary.
What makes a compelling costume for a knight?
Since knights arose from the ranks of officialdom in the 11th century, evolved more and more into nobility (“knights’ rank”) during the High Middle Ages, and were later recognized as such, the archetypical knight consequently wears garb from the High and Late Middle Ages in central Europe. Generally, knights were mounted, and thus they dressed themselves in clothes suitable for riding: tunics slotted in the middle or loose coats, for instance. Ideally, a family crest—designed following the strict rules of medieval heraldry—is part of a believable depiction as well, but for a fantasy knight these rules can be somewhat relaxed in order to allow a more personalized escutcheon.
Fantasy knights may be able to exploit the freedom of the fantasy genre, but reading up on basic historical facts can be tremendously helpful depicting a knight as authentically as possible, and to avoid being falling for Hollywood myths.
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Braies Gisbert - Natural
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Reference: Fécamp Psalter ca. 1180 / Kania, Katrin: Kleidung im Mittelalter: Materialien, Konstruktion, Nähtechnik : ein Handbuch. 2010.
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Chausses Brandolf - Black
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Reference: Dieric Bouts the Elder, Martyrdom of St. Erasmus, ca. 1460
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Chausses Brandolf - Brown
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Reference: Dieric Bouts the Elder, Martyrdom of St. Erasmus, ca. 1460
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Chausses Brandolf - Hemp
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Reference: Dieric Bouts the Elder, Martyrdom of St. Erasmus, ca. 1460
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Cloak Justus - Wool Olive Green
The Justus Cape consists of a heavy woolmix blazer that will keep you warm when you are out and about scouting enemy camps. It is a perfect fit for any ranger character and woodland or nature based concept.
The bindings cross over the chest and are fastened below the cape, making the straps eye-catchers themselves!Happy hunting!
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Hooded Cloak Hibernus - Wool Black
In the outfit of every adventurer, the warmth-giving Wool Hooded Cape Hibernus is an indispensable accessory. In its design as a semi-circle or wheel cloak with a pointed hood, the cloak is fashionably associated with the High and Late Middle Ages.
On often muddy medieval trade routes a traveler had to brave many obstacles. A cloak like this one helped to keep the biting wind and rain at bay.On the upper lapel of the cloak are two loops for attaching a spiral brooch as well as two cloth ribbons for tying. The sizes refer to a length to the ankle or lower calf. The cape is made of a heavy wool felt material which gives it a very authentic appearance.
S - 135 cm
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Hooded Cloak Hibernus - Wool Grey
In the outfit of every adventurer, the warmth-giving Wool Hooded Cape Hibernus is an indispensable accessory. In its design as a semi-circle or wheel cloak with a pointed hood, the cloak is fashionably associated with the High and Late Middle Ages.
On often muddy medieval trade routes a traveler had to brave many obstacles. A cloak like this one helped to keep the biting wind and rain at bay.On the upper lapel of the cloak are two loops for attaching a spiral brooch as well as two cloth ribbons for tying. The sizes refer to a length to the ankle or lower calf. The cape is made of a heavy wool felt material which gives it a very authentic appearance.
S - 135 cm
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Hooded Tunic Renaud - Black
- Genre: Historic
- Reference: Bernuthsfeld Tunic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Product Details:
- Material: 100% Cotton
- The colours shown may differ from the actual colours depending on the monitor and resolution of your computer.
- Please note that cotton fabrics may shrink when washed!
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Hooded Tunic Renaud - Green
- Genre: Historic
- Reference: Bernuthsfeld Tunic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Product Details:
- Material: 100% Cotton
- The colours shown may differ from the actual colours depending on the monitor and resolution of your computer.
- Please note that cotton fabrics may shrink when washed!
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Hooded Tunic Renaud - Natural
- Genre: Historic
- Reference: Bernuthsfeld Tunic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Product Details:
- Material: 100% Cotton
- The colours shown may differ from the actual colours depending on the monitor and resolution of your computer.
- Please note that cotton fabrics may shrink when washed!
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Scapular Benedikt - Black
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes:S/M, L/XL, XXL/XXXL
- Product Details:
- Traditional tabard for monk’s robes. Designed to complete the Burgschneider Monk’s Robe Benediktus but versatilely combinable.
- Material:Devon Rough 100% Cotton
- The colours shown may differ from the actual colours depending on the monitor and resolution of your computer.
- Please note that cotton fabrics may shrink when washed!
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Scapular Benedikt - Natural
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes:S/M, L/XL, XXL/XXXL
- Product Details:
- Traditional tabard for monk’s robes. Designed to complete the Burgschneider Monk’s Robe Benediktus but versatilely combinable.
- Material:Devon Rough 100% Cotton
- The colours shown may differ from the actual colours depending on the monitor and resolution of your computer.
- Please note that cotton fabrics may shrink when washed!
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Scapular Franz - Brown
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes:S/M, L/XL, XXL/XXXL
- Product Details:
- Traditional tabard for monk’s robes. Designed to complete the Burgschneider Monk’s Robe Franziskus but versatilely combinable.
- Material:Chester Plain 100% Cotton
- The colours shown may differ from the actual colours depending on the monitor and resolution of your computer.
- Please note that cotton fabrics may shrink when washed!
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Tabard Thibaud - Black
- Genre: Historic
- Reference: Bernuthsfeld Tunic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Product Details:
- Designed to fit above chainmail and gambeson.
- Material: 100% Cotton
- The colours shown may differ from the actual colours depending on the monitor and resolution of your computer.
- Please note that cotton fabrics may shrink when washed!
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Tabard Thibaud - Natural
- Genre: Historic
- Reference: Bernuthsfeld Tunic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Product Details:
- Designed to fit above chainmail and gambeson.
- Material: 100% Cotton
- The colours shown may differ from the actual colours depending on the monitor and resolution of your computer.
- Please note that cotton fabrics may shrink when washed!
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Tunic Arnaud - Grey
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Reference: Bernuthsfeld Tunic
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Tunic Arnaud - Natural
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Reference: Bernuthsfeld Tunic
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Undertunic Bernard - Natural
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Reference: Bernuthsfeld Tunic
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Undertunic Gilbert - Natural
- Material: 100% Cotton
- Genre: Historic
- Sizes: S - XXXL
- Reference: Bernuthsfeld Tunic
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