Jack leaped over the gate, his sword aflame. To vanquish his foe and rescue his love.
This knight was indeed a valiant gentleman; but not a little given to romance, when he spake of himself.
They'll kill for that knighthood, but don't ever think they'll die for it.
Hunky Heroes, rescuing distressed women, captive princesses, and girls without wheels since 1684. p. 450
People identify with the swashbuckling individuals, not polite little men who field their position well. Sir Galahad had a big following - but I'll bet Lancelot had more.
Always Sir Arthur lost so much blood that it was a marvel he stood on his feet, but he was so full of knighthood that knightly he endured the pain.
When people say a knight's job is all glory, I laugh and laugh and laugh. Often I can stop laughing before they edge away and talk about soothing drinks.
Winter will never come for the likes of us. Should we die in battle, they will surely sing of us, and it’s always summer in the songs. In the songs all knights are gallant, all maids are beautiful, and the sun is always shining.
