Prestige+Classes+of+Ansalon

Presitge Classes in Ansalon appear to have a greater impact in the world around them. The various Knights of Krynn serve as soldiers of unyeilding good (Knights of Solamia) or tyrannical evil (Knights of Neraka). Magic is overseen by the Orders of High Sorcery and as such most, if not all wizards apply for training within the Towers of High Sorcery when they reach the appropriate level. Dragons aren't reclusive schemers or legendary beasts hiding in caves, they move and shake the world around them embroiled in the conflicts of good vs. evil and as such many a soldier has entered battle on the back of these magnificent creatures.

Knights of Solamia
The Knights of Solamnia have existed since the Age of Dreams as a warrior order dedicated to the cause of Good. All knights are bound by the oath Est Sularus oth Mithas ("My honor is my life"). A knight's actions throughout life are defined by an extensive code of laws known as the Measure. The three orders of Knighthood (Crown, Sword, and Rose) are a natural progression down a road to honor and as such characters may enter the Knight of the Crown prestige class as early as level 3, Knight of the Sword at level 6, and Knight of the Rose at level 8. A character must first be a Knight of the Crown before he can progress to Knight of the Sword and a Knight of the Sword before becoming a Knight of the Rose. **These Knightly Orders replace the Paladin class in the Player's Handbook.**
 * ===Knight of the Crown===
 * The Order of the Crown is the first tier of the Solamnic Knights. A group of warriors trained for obediance and loyalty, they are charged with upholding the honor of the knighthood and of their order. Knights of the Crown are often younger than those of the higher orders and, as such, are eager to accept any challenge given to them. The Measure teaches them, however, to temper their sword-arm with wisdom and be obedient to those they serve.
 * ===Knight of the Sword===
 * Knights of the Sword are warriors who fight with power and faith to defend justice and truth. They believe that the spirit is the wellspring from which courage flows. Their willingness to sacrifice their own needs - even their own lives, if necessary - makes the Knights of the Sword such powerful champions of good. Kiri-Jolith grants the Sword Knights magic that gives them strength in battle, the power to defeat dangerous opponents, and the ability to protect others in need. Even when they do not have divine magic from their deity, faith and courage sustains them.
 * ===Knight of the Rose===
 * The Knights of the Rose are the highest tier of the Solamnic Knights, an order that embraces honor guided by wisdom and justice. They hold themselves up as examples of nobility, bravery, and honor to the knighthood and those who serve under their command. Knight of the Rose leaders, who must provide guidance and direction to their charges, as well as inspiration and courage when they must lead their order into battle. they act as diplomats and advisors to other governments, as well as forming the governing body of the Solamnic Knights themselves.

Knights of Neraka
These knights were formerly known as the Knights of Takhisis or simply "Dark Knights" because those who belonged to the order were devoted to the goals of the Queen of Darkness. Each Knight took a Blood Oath and followed a Vision of "One World Order." Their honor and discipline was dictated by a strict and harsh Code. Like the Knights of Solamnia, the Dark Knights are divided into separate orders. Unlike their rivals, however, each order within the Knights of Neraka enjoys equal status within the entire organization. All Knights of Neraka are trained warriors; the Knights of the Lily excel in that arena, while the Knights of the Skull supplement their martial talents with divine magic, and the Knights of the Thorn wield mighty arcane spells.
 * ===Knight of the Lily===
 * Evil counterparts to the Solamnic Knights of the Crown, the Knights of the Lily are the order of warriors within the Knights of Neraka. Their most basic tenet teaches that strength is achieved through conformity and uniformity. Free-thinking and individuality result in chaos.
 * ===Knight of the Skull===
 * Entering battle with strength and divine magic, Knights of the Skull are the spirit of the Dark Knights, like the Order of the Lily is the body and Order of the Thorn is the mind. The Skull Knights can be both brutal and subtle in their work, wielding divine magic against enemies in battle, and using seduction, manipulation, and diplomacy to achieve their goals.
 * ===Knight of the Thorn===
 * The knights of the thorn are also known as the "gray robes" for the ash-colored robes they wear to indicate that they do not serve the Orders of High Sorcery. In addition to wielding devastating arcane magic, Thorn Knights are seers and diviners, working to understand how every person and event fits into their order's design.

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