King Arthur
By Kimberlee Simmons (spooky@frontiernet.net)
Totem of Respect & War
Background Cost
Traits
All followers (not "children"; his only son betrayed him!) of Arthur the King receive a Dot in melee (sword or klaive), an additional Die on all Soak rolls, and the ability for a single pack member at a time to use Hero's Stand (GoF4) per battle. Also given are the abilities to ride a horse, even into battle, appraise bladed weapons, and a Dot in Etiquitte. They also receive a Dot each of permanent (as long as Arthur is patron of the pack or the character) Renown in Honor and Glory. (all other glory and honor must be earned the hard way).
Ban
All followers of King Arthur must embody the modern romanticisized ideals of Chivalry (listed below). Any transgression of this "Code of Chivalry" brings on the immediate knowledge of the error, as well as a nagging conscious-spirit gaffling sent by King Arthur, which will subtly remind the transgressor of his misdeed. No penalties are dispensed, but if the transgressor does not immediately seek to redress his wrong, or commits another transgression before the original was redressed, Arthur will withdraw his support from the entire pack, and will refuse to speak or listen to any pack member, or any agent thereof, until genuine effort is made to right this/these transgression(s). Also, Arthur's followers must treat children of Morgan Le Fey with disdain, as they constantly try to tempt and sideline the good knights.
Optional (Gaian Knights)
If a group or individual chooses to follow the Olde Code of Chivalry (detailed below), Arthur and his Knights will be mightily pleased! Whoever decides to seriously follow this strict and difficult path, and succeeds, will gain many benefits (Storytellers discression). if, however, one breaks any of these codes after deciding on this path, and does not immediately recognize (no help from Arthur here) and sincerely attempt to redress these errors, the favor of Arthur is forever withdrawn from that individual or group, and s/he (or they) may lose all benefits gained from previously successfully following the Olde Code!!!Gaian Knights have a succeptability to Morgan Le Fey's children, though they try to disdain them (Morgan's children are considered to have an additional Dot in all social attributes, even if this takes them above 5, when dealing with Gaian Knights).
Arthur's Code of Chivalry
Always keep one's word.
Avoid lies.
Never kill or attack an unarmed foe.
Never harm an innocent.
Never torture, for any reason whatsoever.
Never kill for pleasure.
Always help those in need.
Respect authority, the Law, and honor.
Never betray a friend.
Olde Code of Chivalry (Code of the Gaian Knights):
Noble Service, cheerfully rendered.
Defense of any charge unto death.
Courage and enterprise in obedience to authority.
Respect for all peers and equals.
Honor to those above your station.
Obedience and respect from all beneath your station.
Scorn for those who are lowly and ignoble.
Military prowess exercised in service to your liege or cause.
Courtesy to all ladies.
War is the flowering of chivalry.
Battle is the test of Manhood.
Combat is Glory.
Personal Glory above all in Battle.
Death to all who oppose the cause.
Death before dishonor.
Defend lovers, The innocent, and women, and aid them in time of need.
Never retreat from combat until weaker allies have done so first.
Never overstay your welcome at any place.
The arts are the food of the Chivalrous (especially music).
Anger blinds; a cool head will win the day.