Knights Order
Sworn swords of the duchy, answering only to the Aub.
Knights Order operates at the duchy level, taking orders directly from the Aub rather than from any single noble house. Every house is free to keep its own guards or retainers, sure — but the official Knights Order is one body serving the entire duchy. The Royal Guard is a completely separate unit whose job is protecting the royal family, so don't lump the two together. In practice, Ehrenfest's knights run out of the city of Ehrenfest and function as part of this centralized duchy structure, not as some independent house militia.
Lore & Background
In the world of Ascendance of a Bookworm, mana is common among nobles, inherited through bloodlines, and there are no magic guilds for collaboration. The Knights Order is a duchy-wide organization, not a collection of house-specific knightly forces. Knights serve the Aub directly, protecting the duchy and handling threats such as feybeasts or political unrest. While noble houses may have personal guards or retainers, the official knights are bound to the duchy's centralized command structure, not to individual houses.
Reader's Guide
The Knights Order traces its origins to the need for a centralized military force capable of acting independently during times of noble succession crises. Historically, they were formed to prevent any single noble house from monopolizing the capital's defense. Leadership is typically vested in a High Commander appointed by the Royal Family or the most powerful noble houses, ensuring that the Order remains neutral yet effective. Internal politics are minimal compared to other factions, as members are bound by strict codes of conduct that prioritize duty over personal gain. In terms of political intrigue, the Knights often serve as the enforcers of royal decrees and mediators in disputes between lesser nobles. They do not produce books but protect the infrastructure—such as the printing guilds—that allows the book-making industry to flourish without fear of sabotage or theft.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Knights Order's powers/role?
These warriors handle monster suppression, escort duties for nobles, and maintaining order within their specific duchy. They are trained in both combat skills and mana usage to protect their liege lord's interests effectively.
Where does Knights Order operate from?
Unlike the Royal Guard in the capital, these forces operate out of their home city, such as Ehrenfest City for the duchy's knights. They are not stationed centrally but remain within the lands they are sworn to protect.
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