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In my search for the perfect knightly order to match my army theme I kept comming across more and more I had never heard of before. I decided to keep track of them and this list was borne. I later found out that there is a similar but smaller list on Warseer (Special thanks to Griefbringer for leading me to more orders).  Anyway. I have this list so I thought I would share it. If you know of any other OFFICIAL knightly orders not listed please let me know. Also if you see any mistakes please correct me and give me the source where i can find the correct info myself. Thanks a lot. I hope this list helps you to find that perfect order for you army too.


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Sigmarites


The Grand Order of the Reiksguard            
(Possibly a secular order. The fluff and referances are contradictory.)
     

     Devout Templars of Sigmar, the knights of this order “swear to protect the Emperor, who is the living incarnation of Sigmar”. “Founded during the reign of Wilhelm, the first Emperor in the line of the princes of Altdorf, the Reiksguard is recruited from the oldest sons of the Empire's nobility. Unlike other Knightly Orders, the Reiksguard is divided into warriors who fight on foot and on horseback. Regardless of how they fight, the Knights' weapons are of the highest quality, and their armour is polished to a mirror-like finish and topped with crests that carry the colours of reigning Emperor Karl Franz.
     The Reiksguard Knights are the Emperor's best troops and, as such, form the core of his household guard. In this way, many masters of the Order have served as Imperial bodyguards, both on the field of battle as well as at other, more stately, functions. It is traditional also for the Grand Master of the Reiksguard to serve as the Reiksmarshal, second only in authority to the Emperor himself in matters of war.
     In battle, the Reiksguard favour fighting in large regiments, the better to cow the enemy with the full splendor of their mirrored armour and crimson plumes. Imperial history is full of references to great battles won by a decisive charge by the Reiksguard Knights or a stalwart defense by the Reiksguard foot. Despite the potential power and influence that such a reputation offers, the Reiksguard has always stayed apolitical and loyal first, last, and always to the reigning Emperor — a stance that has in the past set them at odds with other, more transient Orders”.
     Contrary to the fluff above, the order is also listed as being secular in Warhammer Chronicles, pg 30”. And other locations.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm                                 
WHFB The Empire army book 6th edition, pg 11, 12                                                                                       
Wharhammer Chronicles pg 30                                                                                           
Darkness Rising, Black Library Publishing, pg 72                                                                               
WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, pg 41

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WHFB The Empire army book 6th edition, pg 11, 38, 39, 73                                                                                                                 
Darkness Rising, Black Library Publishing, pg 72
WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, pg 15, 32-33, (40 ?) 86


The Knights of Sigmar’s Blood   
   
     “The Knights of Sigmar's Blood have a long and proud history. Led by their Grand Master Hans Leitdorf, brother of the Elector Count of Averland, their ranks are filled with the men of noble houses across the Empire. Their selection process is considered extreme even among the other Orders, as each Knight in training must spend a year in study within the church where he is judged by the priests as to his worthiness”.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm                                   
Empire knightly orders article, WD 310                                                                                       
Warcry Collectible Card Game, Sabertooth games


The Knights of the Twin-Tailed Orb
     
     “The Knights of the Twin-Tailed Orb are followers of Sigmar, named after the two-tailed comet that heralded Sigmar’s appearance among mortals. Like other Sigmarite orders they are renowned for their zeal and fervour. In particular the knights of the Twin-Tailed Orb are famous for their eagerness to prevent the escape of a single tainted foe, and will relentlessly pursue fleeing enemies even when it would make more tactical sense to regroup”.

Warhammer Chronicles, pg 30.


Knights of the Hammer
     
     This order was founded just over 200 years ago after the Great War against Chaos. Their chapter house was granted to them by Magnus the Pious. As very pious Sigmarite Templars, they shave their heads before going into battle and wield huge war hammers.
     The order took very heavy casualties in the Storm of Chaos. Of the 100 men they sent, 80 died. It may take years for this order to recover their former strength.                                                                                 

Cult of Sigmar article, WD 304

The Order of the Hammers of Sigmar
   
     “The Order of the Hammer of Sigmar was founded in Altdorf shortly after the news of the destruction of Mordheim reached the city. Zealous Lectors of Sigmar encouraged the devout sons of local nobles to join the fledgling Order. Once assembled, the Lectors sent the Order into the ruins of Mordheim to restore order and keep the faith (and the faithful) alive throughout the turmoil.                                             
     The Templars of this Order can often be found bringing faith to the wavering masses and crushing the skulls of vile heretics. They ride into battle wielding great warhammers of all description, another sign of their devotion to Sigmar.”

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm


Order of the Jade Griffon       
     
     The Order of the Jade Griffon is a templar order presumably devout to Sigmar.  Aekold Helbrass, was a former member of the order who turned into a follower of Tzeench. Nothing else is known about this order.

Liber Chaotica: Tzeench


Order of the Red Griffon
 
     This is a small order of Sigmarite templars. They wear a red griffon rampant as their coat of arms. Nothing else is known about this order.

Zavant (Black Library publication by Gordon Rennie)


The Knights Griffon     
     
     “The Knights Griffon are arguably the most drilled and militaristic Order in the modern Empire. Their daily rituals mostly consist of strict martial training. A veteran Knight Griffon is the epitome of discipline and soldiery on the field of battle. He is able and willing to hold his ground, attack, or retreat in good order should the situation require it.
      The Knights Griffon were founded in the year 2305 by Emperor Magnus the Pious as part of his rebuilding of the Empire after the Great War against Chaos. Magnus requested one hundred of the most loyal and devout Knights Panther to join him at his court in Nuln, where he formed an Order of devout Templars directly responsible for the protection of the Temple to Sigmar in the Empire's then-capital. The Knights were deeply honored by this selection and accepted the offer, and the Order of Knights Griffon was incepted. When the crown passed to the Princes of Altdorf in 2429, the Knights Griffon moved their Chapterhouse to the Cathedral of Sigmar in Altdorf to maintain their vow to protect the heart of Sigmar's realm. As a result, there is some animosity between the Knights Griffon and the Reiksguard, each of whom views the other as imposing on their traditional role”. They wear dark green and gold with a yellow or gold rampart griffon insignia.                                                                         

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm

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WHFB Empire army book 6th edition, pg 39


The Hunters of Sigmar
     
     “A relatively new Order, The Hunters of Sigmar have dedicated themselves to hunting down and destroying pockets of Chaos resistance in the Drakwold forest region. The Order was formed by Jerik Wildorn in the aftermath of the Storm of Chaos, mainly in response to the increased presence of Beastmen and other dark and dangerous things lurking in the deep forests of the Empire's northern reaches. Jerik is an expert woodsman and tracker, and these skills are emulated, honed, and perfected by the Order's Knights each and every day. They frequently provide escort services to coaches and merchant caravans traveling through the region. In addition to such duties, the Hunters of Sigmar go out of their way to track and eradicate evil where it lives within the woods. Their strategy revolves around the idea of striking at Chaos before it has time to gather and form a raiding army. By striking in a preemptive manner, lives are saved and small settlements spared the ravages of Chaos.
     The average Hunter of Sigmar often spends long periods of time living outdoors. As such, they have to provide their own sustenance and have little time to repair their equipment. They carry everything they might need into the field — you just never know how difficult a trail will be. Mud-spattered and odorous, Hunters are certainly not regarded as the most glamorous Knightly Order. In fact, when they gather together to form a skirmish group, they are often mistaken for a ragtag group of Freelance Knights. However, their relentless struggle against the forces of Chaos is more than welcome in these dark times. It is not uncommon for local people's to offer shelter and food to these brave warriors of the Empire in a gesture of appreciation”.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm


The Templars of Sigmar
   
     “Although a Knightly Order, the mysterious group known simply as the Templars of Sigmar are a world away from the warriors in shinning armour of popular image, so much so that they rarely refer to themselves as knights. Instead they battle the foes of Sigmar from the shadows, dealing with subtle and insidious threats such as Chaos cults and reclusive necromancers. In particular they excel at battleing users of sorcery, as magic and trickery are tools often used by the servents of darkness. All that most common folk see of the Templars of Sigmar are the elaborate trials and fiery executions used to cleanse the souls of the wicked, and because of this they are most often known simply as Witch Hunters”.
     They often wear black clothes, large rimmed hates and black or brown capes. They favor the use of the pistal and sword but carey many types of weapons. The sympol of the order is a silver hammer of sigmar, often worn as a neckless.


Warhammer Chronicles, pg 30.
Mordhiem rulebook,
Witchhunter's Handbook


Knights of the Fiery Heart
     
     The Knights of the Fiery Heart is one of a number of martial orders in the service of the temple of Sigmar. They are an elite cavalry unit of Sigmar templars, dedicated to the destruction of all goblinoids. Together with the Order of the Fist (a secret sister order) they make up the Order of the Holy Knights of Sigmar. They are the personal guard of the Grand Theogonist. Aldred "Fellblade" Keppler, a member of this order was a one time companion of Felix and Gotrek.                                                                                     
     The Fiery Hearts have a long and glorious history, dating from the civil wars when the cult of Sigmar was outlawed in Talabecland. They wear white surcoats and barding and carry white shields. They use red hearts as insignia on their shields with black maltese crosses mixed in.

Enemies within: Shadows over Bogenhafen                                                                                                       
Warhammer armies (WFB 3rd edition army book) pg 54-55                                                                               
Enemy Within: Power Behind the Throne (Hogshead Publishing version only)                                         
Corrupting Influences - the Best of Warpstone, Hogshead Publishing


Order of the Fist

     This is a secret sister order of the Knights of the Fiery Heart. They, along with the Order of the Fiery Heart, make up the Order of the Holy Knights of Sigmar. Thats all I know

Corrupting Influences - the Best of Warpstone, Hogshead Publishing


Knights of the Divine Sword

    This is an “ancient temple order of Knights famous for their part in the defeat of Mannfred von Carstien at the Battle of Hel Fenn”. In that battle, the knights were led by the Grand Theogonist, Kurt III. References to the order coming to Hel Fen “all the way from Altdorf” suggest the order is located there although it might only be referring to the Grand Theologist. The Wight Lord, Gothard, known as the Undying Knight, was once a member of the Knights of the Divine Sword.

The Empire at War, “Glossary and Gazetteer”, pgs 45, 46, 47 and 95 

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The Empire at War, pg 45


                        
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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #1 on: August 05, 2007, 04:51:07 AM »
Orders of Verena


The Templars of the Everlasting Light
(A.K.A  Knights of the Everlasting Light)
    
     “The warrior code of this Order is founded squarely on the principles of justice and fairness. Naturally, as nobles, the Templars' opinion of justice contrasts markedly with that of the common folk, but it cannot be argued that the Templars often willingly fight for those who have no others to defend them. Templars of the Everlasting Light defended the plague-struck village of Hafbad when no other would, and members of their Order gave their lives to defeat the mighty Shaggoth Brakorth in the Worlds Edge Mountains. Despite such deeds, the Order has passed into history for another, less glorious reason: the Templars of the Everlasting Light are cursed.
     The secret of how they became thus afflicted is locked within the Order's records, but speculation has it that they offended some deity while on crusade in Araby. Whatever the cause, they find themselves thrown from their horses at inopportune moments; swords break as a deathblow is delivered; and seemingly stable earth turns to marsh or quicksand once the hooves of their steeds touch it. Only a member of this Order (Kurt von Tzalza) could be struck in the eye by a ricochet that was fired behind him. Only a Grand Master of the Everlasting Light (Sigismund Drak) could be dumped unceremoniously into a cart-load of manure during a victory parade in Altdorf, the only such cart for many miles around. Only one Chapterhouse, in the entire history of the Empire, has vanished into a yawning chasm as the result of a freak earth tremor. There are many more varied accounts of this ill-fortune in the histories of the Empire. Nevertheless, the Templars of the Everlasting Light never want for recruits. To a certain class of nobility, it is better to belong to a famous Order, however unlucky it may be, than to one whose name is unknown beyond the walls of their Chapterhouse”.
     Famous members: captain-marshal Drehenborg who was killed by Deathmaster Snitch. Grand Master Kessler, who left Wolfram Hertwig, a young and stubbern Elector Count of the Ostermark, to fight a battle alone since he refused to relanquish contral of the army to the Grand master. Many soldiers died due to the boys inexperiance. The battle was won but became known as Hertwig’s Folly.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm                                    
Empire knightly orders article, WD 310                                                                                      
6th edition Empire army book, pg 12. WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, Hertwig’s Folly, pg 41


Templars of Verena                                                                          
    
     These Knights are dedicated to the upholding of justice in the name of their patron goddess. The military arm of the order is called The Guardians. Nothing else is known about this order.                                                                

Corrupting Influences - the Best of Warpstone, Hogshead Publishing


Ulricans


The Knights of the White Wolf   
    
     “As Templars of Ulric, the White Wolves are based in Middenheim, which is the centre of the Ulrican cult. They are known for being the wildest of all the knightly orders, charging into battle with no thought for their own safety, and frequently no thought for strategy or tactics either. Their ferocity is unmatched however, and few enemies can withstand the crushing blows of their cavalry hammers”. The knights of the White Wolf also serve as the bpdy guard to the High Priests of Ulric.  Each year the Grand Master and High Priest choose knights who have prooven themselves worthy on the field of battle to serve in this select unit. As body guards, they fight on foot and are known as the Teutogen Guard.

WHFB Storm of Chaos army book, pg 45
Wharhammer Chronicles, pg 30.
WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, pg 41
WHFB Empire army book 6th edition, back of the book army list

Pictures
WHFB Empire army book 6th edition, pg 39
Darkness Rising, Black Library Publishing, pg 31, 42
WHFB Storm of Chaos army book, pg 45, 51, 53, 96
Cover of Hammers of Ulric. A novel by Black Library publishing
WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, pg 11, 87
WHFB rule book 6th edition, pg 200  (same pic as WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, pg 11)


Orders of Morr


The Knights of Morr                                                                                                    
(Possibly the same Order as the Knights of Morr and the Black Guard of Morr)

    
     “Encased within black armour and deathly silent when on the battlefield, the Knights of Morr are the dark guardians of the Empire. When parents wish to get their children to sleep at night, they tell them that the Knights of Morr will come for them unless they rest.                                                    
     The Knights of Morr are widely feared for their devotion to the god of the dead, and dark tales abound regarding their initiation rites. Even so, their martial prowess is more than welcome to those they fight alongside, for their silent efficiency is among the best in the Empire”.
 
http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm


The order of the Raven knights      
    
     “The Order of the Raven Knights own the small town Siegfriedhof which is situated near the border to Sylvania in Stirland, a perfect location to counter the evil forces of the undead as far as these knights are concerned”.      

Wikipidia


The Black Guard of Morr

     Seen less frequently on the open battlefield then knights of other orders, the sinister Black Guard are more often encountered traveling alone or in small groups, seeking out corrupt sorcerers who would interfere with the realm of the dead and take resting souls form their place at Morr’s side. In this capacity they frequently work alongside the Witch Hunters of Sigmar, combining arms to deal with an undead threat.

Warhammer Chronicles, pg 30.
Mathias Thulmann series. By C.L. Werner, Black Library Publishing
Witch Hunter’s Handbook, pg 46


Order of the Gate

     An order of templars dedicated to the fight against undead.

Corrupting Influences - the Best of Warpstone, Hogshead Publishing


Order of the Black Rose
(possibly the same as the Knights of the Black Rose but the huge differences in fluff lead me to believe they are different orders with very similar names.)

     This is an ancient temple order of knights.  At the Battle of the Talabec, the Order of the Black Rose were Ottilia of Talabecland’s cavalry bodyguard. They are “justly famed across the land” and recruited from the best warriors of the state. The number is kept at a hundred men who are paid and equipped by the state. Their armour is stained black in a reference to their name, except for their gauntlets which are red, signifying spilt blood. They carry heavy lances, maces, swords, and kite shaped shields with a rose and thorns entwined around a bleeding heart.
      The barding for their horses is unique. The motifs used “all suggest the affiliation of the order with the god Morr: skulls, dreaded Morr himself, and other motifs are all prevalent.” It is the knight’s sworn duty to protect the Countess of Talabecland.

The Empire at War,  and  “Glossary and Gazetteer”, pgs 14, 15, 95

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The Empire at War, pgs 14, 15


Myrmidians


Knights of the Blazing Sun
    
     “The Knights of the Blazing Sun are also known as the Templars of Myrmidia because of their devotion to the Estalian warrior deity Myrmidia. Largely unknown in the lands of the Empire, it was only through the strangest of chances that the Order’s worship of her began at all.
     “During the wars against Araby, threescore Knights from the Empire lent their aid toward the recapturing of the temple of Myrmidia in Margritta, the southern seaport of Estalia. During the fierce fighting around the temple, a violent earth tremor shook the building and dislodged the vast bronze statue of Myrmidia that was fixed on its topmost steeple. The statue fell to the ground, smashed into a thousand fragments, and flattened Emir Wazir the Cruel and his Black Scimitar Guard. With their leader slain, the Arabian hordes abandoned the temple and left it in the hands of the Knights. Whether this incident was actually divine intervention has been widely disputed, but to those Knights who fought in the temple, it was unquestionably Myrmidia herself who intervened. Upon returning to the Empire, the veterans of that battle founded the Order of the Blazing Sun and built a shrine to Myrmidia in the heart of Talabheim. Though many folk mistrust them for courting strange foreign deities, the Knights of the Blazing Sun have unceasingly fought with distinction against the enemies of the Empire and are held as a prized ally by many Elector Counts”. –games workshop online
     “Templars of the war-goddess Myrmidia, the Knights of the Blazing Sun were founded during the Crusades in 1457. In a street battle against the Arabians in Estalia, a group of knights were saved from certain defeat when a freak earth-tremor dislodged a huge statue of Myrmidia from a temple roof. It crashed to the ground and landed on the enemy general and his bodyguard, killing them instantly. After the battle, the survivors banded together and formed the Order of the Blazing Sun in Myrmidias honour”. –Warhammer Chronicles.

Warhammer Chronicles, Pg 30                          
http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm                                              
WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, pg 41                                      

Pictures
WHFB Empire army book 6th edition, pg 39                                                                                            
WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, pg 86


Order of the Shield                                                                          
    
     This is a small order of Myrmidian templars, little present in the Empire. Nothing else is known about this order.                

Corrupting Influences - the Best of Warpstone, Hogshead Publishing


Orders of Taal


Templars of Taal
    
     Temple knights of Taal, god of nature and wild places.
The Empire at War, “Glossary and Gazetteer”, pg 95.


Orders of Solkan


Knights of the Cleansing Flame
    
     “These are templars of Solkan the Avenger, a god of Law. Solkan is the master of vengeance, an angry god who inflicts the retribution of the Gods of Law on those who offend them”.                                

Corrupting Influences - the Best of Warpstone, Hogshead Publishing                                                        
Citadel Journal, issue Autumn 1985 (pages 15-16)


Orders of Manann


Sons of Manann    

     The Sons of Manann worship the Empire god of the Sea. They are a widespread order with many temples, particularly in coastal towns in the North, where worship of the sea god is needed to calm the infamously rough Sea of claws. When the knights go to war they are often accompanied by a priest of Manann who will bless the knights weapons shortly before they charge into battle. When the knights go to war they wear turquoise and white armour.
     Manann is the deity of seas and oceans. He controls the tides and the currents, and is as unpredictable and as changeable as the sea itself.

Crusade Empire army list, Citadel journal, issue 43                                                                              
Empire knightly orders article, WD 310


 
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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #2 on: August 05, 2007, 04:52:19 AM »
                                                                                                 Secular Orders


The Order of the Black Bear

     “Easily the most boisterous of all the Knightly Orders within the Empire, the Knights of the Black Bear maintain a fortress on the borders of Averland as well as a Chapterhouse in Averheim itself. Close as they are to the haunted land of Sylvania and the Orc-infested Worlds Edge Mountains, the Bears of Averland do not lack for opportunities to prove their martial valor. Even so, the Knights have often found themselves without a foe and have thus fashioned a series of martial tournaments to provide an outlet for their energies (they had previously engaged in the practice of Halfling coursing — outlawed in 2402). These tourneys test all facets of what the Black Bear perceive to be Knightly skills and include such feats as swordplay, horsemanship, and of course, quaffing.
     Where the name of the Order originates is a source of much debate. The official story, as put forward by the Bears themselves, speaks of a noble-yet-impoverished Knight having to wrestle a great bear to save a lady of noble birth who had become lost in the wilderness. Recognizing the nobility of his deed and being possessed of great wealth, she presented her savior with a gift of monies, which he used to found a Order house in Averheim. It is in this memory that each of the Order's tournaments is opened by the Grand Master wrestling a bear — a practice that can lead to a great many Grand Masters coming and going in the space of a year. Other, violently suppressed rumors indicate that there was no such incident and that the Order takes its name from a tavern of the same name in Averheim”.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm                                   
Empire knightly orders article, WD 310


The Knights of the Golden Lion

     “A secular Order, the Knights of the Gold Lion are unusual in that they were founded in Araby during the Crusades. A group of disenchanted Knights had fled to a backwater Arabian village after their army had suffered a crushing defeat. There, these Knights began to despair of ever returning home. One Knight, Erich von Strommer, took it upon himself to restore their resolve. To prove the truth of their cause, he set out into the savanna to take the head of a man-eating lion. He claimed that should he succeed in this impossible task, it would be a sure sign of Sigmar's favor. Days passed, but return he did, near delirious, bearing the head of a massive lion. The Knights were filled with courage, renamed themselves in honor of the feat, forged out into the desert, and eventually met up with allies. Since then, the Order of the Gold Lion has served the Empire as one of its most loyal Knightly Orders”.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm                                           
Empire knightly orders article, WD 310                                                                                 
WHFB Empire army book  6th edition, pg 39                                                                           
Religion in the Old World, WD 279                                                                                 
Warhammer Chronicles, Pg 30                                                                                       
Empire Collectors Guide

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WHFB Empire army book 6th edition, pg 39


Knights Panther
     
     The Knights Panther were established after the wars against Araby when returning crusaders brought back magnificent leopards, tigers, and panthers, as well as furs that adorned their clothing. The Knights still trim their clothes and crests with whatever exotic spotted or striped fur they can obtain. Their shields carry the emblem of their Order, the fabled spotted panther of Araby.
     Though the crusades against Araby have long been over, the Knights Panther still carry their lances against the despotic lords of the south. Such fanaticism is not unusual in Knightly Orders, though most choose to battle a foe somewhat closer to home. In the past century, two separate Imperial Decrees commanding the Knights Panther to desist have been issued, but both times, these commands were rescinded. The Imperial Court preferred to offend a distant foreign nation rather than a powerful martial force.
     Unlike many Knightly Orders, the Knights Panther owe their first loyalty to the Empire itself and are sworn to the protection of its people and lands. The Knights Panther are based predominantly in the cities of Middenheim and Talabheim. These cities are traditionally major centers of Ulric worship, and as a result, the Knights Panther have a fierce rivalry with the Knights of the White Wolf, each Order trying to outdo the other in battle.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm                                                   
WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, pg 41

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The Empire at War, pg 75, 76                                                                                           
WHFB Empire army book 6th edition, pg 30, 39                                                                       
Warhammer Chronicles, Pg 30 (same picture as WHFB 6th ed. Pg 30)                                                                     
WHFB Empire army book 7th edition, pg 87                                                                                         
WHFB Rule Book 6th edition, pg 94                                                                                             
WHFB Rule Book 7th edition pg 142, 145


Knights Jaguar     

     A sister order of Knights Panther.  Nothing else is known about this order.

Crusade Empire army list, Citadel journal, issue 43


The Order of the Broken Sword
(Knights of the Broken Sword)
   
     “The Order of the Broken Sword formed after a band of local freelance knights led by Dott Barthos gathered together to go after a marauding band of Chaos Beastmen. In recent months, these Beastmen terrorized and pillaged several local farms. Their last raid left three entire families slaughtered, a missing farmer's daughter, and three mutilated cows. Something had to be done.
     The Knights tracked the Beastmen through the twisted forest to their camp and then readied themselves for battle. During the attack, Dott Barthos squared off against the leader of the foul beasts, Sizlak Grimhoof. In the ensuing battle with the vile Beastman, Dott Barthos was grievously wounded. With the last of his remaining strength, Barthos launched a ferocious attack. His sword swung in a wide arc, smashing against the head of Sizlak Grimhoof. The blow sheared the Beastman'’s skull clean in half, though breaking Barthos' sword in the process. With the Grimhoof defeated, Dott Barthos was filled with righteous fury. Pressing the advantage, Dott and his men pursued the fleeing Beastmen through the woods, eventually dispatched them all. In the aftermath of the skirmish, with his broken sword clutched to his chest, Dott Barthos finally succumbed to his terrible wounds.
     On that day, the surviving Knights formed the Order of the Broken Sword, dedicated to stomping out evil and protecting the citizens of the Empire. Dott Barthos's Broken Sword and Grimhoof's cloven skull remain in the main hall of their Chapterhouse to this very day”.
     The order is small and recruits from local nobility.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm                                   
WHFB Empire army book 6th edition, pg 12.

The Order of the Sacred Scythe
(May be linked to Morr)

     “The Order of the Sacred Scythe have made it their duty to patrol the shadowy roads and paths of Eastern Stirland. Long and mysterious is their history, with most of the Chapterhouse records kept under lock and key. Rumors abound that the Order has tainted bloodlines of ill-repute — but no one knows for sure. What is known about the Scythes is that they are well-versed hunters of the Vampire. They tirelessly root out possible Vampiric threats, cults, and any who would serve such a dark master.
     As the Scythes deal mainly with creatures of the night and dark magiks, their methods are widely considered unorthodox and often downright improper. Most of the neighboring provinces openly despise the Sacred Scythes and do not welcome them in their taverns or towns. This distrust is not entirely unfounded. Such is their fervor to destroy the living dead, that more than one town has been left burnt to the ground and smoldering in the wake of a Sacred Scythe "Tribunal."
     Encased in pitch-black armour and armed with a gleaming scythe, the Sacred Scythes are frightening to encounter on a lonely road after dusk. However, unbeknownst to the common people of the land, the Scythes perform a very real and useful service to the Empire. Their secret doings help keep Stirland from toppling into a land of blight and terror”.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm


The Knights Encarmine

     “Founded by the rich dilettante Frederici Tolscano in 2310, the The Knights Encarmine are a flamboyant, foppish band of warriors. This may have something to do with the fact that the Order is comprised entirely of the rich and privileged. Still, wealth alone isn't a guarantee of entry, as there are very strict and rigid guidelines concerning who may actually join the knightly order. Being a collection of rich and generally powerful individuals, the Knights Encarmine hold much political clout. As such, they have the option to choose which campaigns they will take part in — often the ones which require little actual dirty work to attain the most glory.
     Each member of the order maintains a brilliant suit of red armour topped by tricolour plumage of green, white, and red. As the paint coating the armour chips away easily, the suit must be constantly repainted in order to maintain appearances. Members of the Knights Encarmine eschew the lowly shield as it is a "commoners defense" to hide behind a metallic barrier in battle. Instead, the Knights Encarmine practice a secretive two sword combat technique. One sword acts as a deflection tool, while the other strikes the deathblow.
     Despite their often intolerable nature, the Knights Encarmine are very welcome when battle is finally joined. As the members of the Order incessantly hone their two-sword technique, they are masters of the blade. Foes fall in droves as the red-armored Knights plow through ranks of foot troops and mounted warriors alike. As long as a general can stomach the tales of highly exaggerated bravery afterward, the Knights Encarmine are a valuable asset to any army of the Empire”.
 
http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm


Knights of the Black Rose
(See Order of the Black Rose)

     Originally founded as the bodyguard for the elector count of Stirland during the Age of Three Emperors, the order has since then changed allegiance a number of times. This is a small order recruiting from local nobility.

6th edition Empire army book, pg 12.
Empire knightly orders article, WD 310


Knights of the Silver Mountian

     This Order is based just a few days north of Hergig and have come to the aid of the Count of Hochland on many occasions.

WHFB Empire army Book 6th edition, “lessons on the Empire”, pg 4


Coldfire Knights
     
     A secretive order, the Coldfire Knights are sworn to oppose both Chaos and internal trouble within the Empire. Their allegiance is to the ruling Emperor. Nothing else is known obout this order.

Doomstone 3: Heart of Chaos (hogshead Publishing


High Helms
(Order of the High Helm)
     
     The High Helms are an elite cavalry unit of very tough and extremely tall (minimum height 6 feet 6 inches) knights. Members are selected according to their physique. They are not very highly thought of by the members of Reiksguard, as it is commonly believed that they possess only 1 brain amongst four. They wear tall, straight plumes on their helmets.
     The High Helms are a newly constituted order, founded by the Emperor Karl Franz (as per IC 2512). They are currently being drilled in Altdorf.

Enemy within: Shadows over Bogenhafen


Knights of the North Star

     The Knights of the North Star are the protectors of Nordland and champions of the Emperor. Nothing else is known about this order.

Warcry Collectible Card Game, Sabertooth games.


Knights of the Stag

      These men form a relatively new order from Talabheim. Proud and regal, they consider themselves above the other knightly orders based in the city, and think of themselves as "the true sons of Talabheim".

Terror in Talabheim role play supplement.


The Osterknact

     All that is known of this order is the name of a single member, Kurt Leitzig. (more can be learned in The Claws of Chaos, A Black Library novel which I have not read. This may be a Chaos Order)

Warhmmer Quize Book, Black Library publishing pg 95, 144


Order of the Shining Sword

     This order was founded by an outcast knight. Nothing else is known about this order.

Article on the Solland Runefang, WD289



                                                                                                            Allied and Mercenary Orders

Bogenhofen Dog Soldiers

     A mercenary knight regiment from Bogenhofen.

The Empire at War, “Glossary and Gazetteer”, pg 95.


Winged Lancers

     Though not a Knightly Order as the Empire knows them to be, the Winged Lancers are the mainstay of Kislev cavalry. They trace their lineage back to the original Gospodar Knights who rode into the Northern steppes from the East. They get their name from the large feathered wings they wear on their backs. When the lancers charge, the wings make a shrill screaming noise, causing panic in their enemies.
     Every small town and village in Kislev maintains a unit of Winged Lancers. The whole town helps pay for their up-keep and takes great pride in their lancers. After all, the lancers are the sons of the village, farmers, wardens, butchers, and fathers, when not called on to protect their homes. Each town’s Lancers have a slightly different look but all feature beautiful armour full of color and the famous featherd wings.   

Kislev army list, Warhammer Chronicles 2004 (and WD 288)
Riders of the Dead, Black Library publishing

Pictures
Darkness Rising, Black Library Publishing, pg 57
Kislev army list, Warhammer Chronicles 2004 (and WD 288)


Griffon Legion
     
     The Griffon legion is the most famous unit of Winged Lancers. Founded in IC1810, they formed the body guard of Tzar Gospodar IV. Now, they are a semi-indipendant mercenary cavalry regiment of Kislevite origin which has served the Imperial family for several generations. Born to the highest ranking noble families in Kislev, these knights travel far and wide and operate as mercenaries when not called to battle by the Tzarina herself. The Gryphon Legion spends most of its time fighting for wealthy nobles in the Empire, but it is sworn to respond to the call if the tzar or tzarina commands. Vladic Dostov, commander of the legion, single-handedly killed a griffon in IC 1817. The legion has been called the Griffon Legion ever since. They are famous for their uniforms which feature wings made from griffon feathers upon their backs.

http://oz.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/empire/painting/knights/gallery/default.htm                                 
Enemy within: Shadows over Bogenhafen                                                                           
Warhammer Armies (WHFB 3rd  edition army book)                                                                           
Dolgan Invasion article, WD269                                                                                                   
Kislev army list, Warhammer Chronicles 2004 (and WD 288)

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The Empire at War, pg 63                                                                                                 
WHFB Rule Book 7th edition pg, 152
Kislev army list, Warhammer Chronicles 2004 (and WD 288)


Voland’s Venators

A regiment of Renown.

     “For hire: Voland’s Venators can be hired as a core choice in Dogs of War armies. Alternatively, they can be hired as a rare unit in Warhammer armies, except Bretonnia.
Points: Voland and four venators cost a total of 195 points including a Standard Bearer and Musician. This is the smallest unit you can hire. The regiment may be enlarged by adding extra models at a cost of 24 points each”.

Regements of renown rules. Pg 64


Templar Marines

   The Templar Marines are a Marienburger order presumably dedicated to Manann, the god of the sea. They wear blue tunics over their armour. When needed the Templar Marines work side by side with the Black Cabs, Marienburg’s city watch.

Tales of the Old Word, The Man Who Stabbed Luther Van Groot, Black Library Publishing, pg 267



Freelance knights


     There are countless small brotherhoods and knights who fight solo in the service of the Empire who are otherwise unafiliated with any single state or religion.

The Empire at War, pg 13, 16, 95

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The Empire at War pgs 13, 16, 76



                                                                                                                        Lost Orders


Order of the Blood Dragons                                                                                        
     
     The Blood Dragons are a former Empire knightly order whose members were turned into Vampires by Walach Harkon. They had their headquarters in Blood Keep in the Grey Mountains, just south of Nuln. Walach Harkon was their last Grand Master.                                         

WHFB Vampire Counts army book, 5th edition


Knights of the Shining Star

     The Knights of the Shining Star, along with the Solland Greatswords, were crushed by the Crushas, the formidable core of Gorbad Ironclaw's Waaagh! at the Battle of Solland's crown. Nothing else is known about this order.

http://us.games-workshop.com/games/warhammer/orcs/painting/orcgallery/3.htm


Knights of the Red Shield

     The Red Shields are the personal bodyguard of the elector count of Talabecland. They, along with their elector have been missing since the Storm of Chaos.

Terror in Talabheim role play supplement.



                                                                                             
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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #3 on: August 06, 2007, 08:56:49 AM »
That's a great piece of work Brian.   :eusa_clap:

I haven't looked in too much depth, but what would I know anyway.  :icon_wink: I am sure others will chip in, with any comments or helpful additions they have evidence of.
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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #4 on: August 06, 2007, 10:22:21 AM »
yes thank you for this great post  :eusa_clap:

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« Reply #5 on: August 06, 2007, 04:08:07 PM »
great work.  A piece that i hope is considered for the library.

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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #6 on: August 06, 2007, 09:10:30 PM »
It certainly looks like a good candidate to me!

This is the sort of article that we've been waiting on for a while.
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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #7 on: August 07, 2007, 02:04:25 AM »
Great! Im so happy people are enjoying it because it actually took a LOT of work to type up on word, then fix after I pasted it on here and all the style and spacing got mixed up, not to mention the research.  By the way, I'm now working on a list of famous infantry regiments. It has been a bit more difficult. There don't seem to be as many out there.

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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #8 on: August 07, 2007, 07:24:57 PM »
Impressive work. I'll be glad to make it 50 - consider adding The Order of The Templars of Sigmar (or something like that) - the details are in the Mordheim rulebook in the section with warbands (witch hunter's warband) - it's official name of the order of the witch hunters, which work same as knightly order.
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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #9 on: August 07, 2007, 08:46:01 PM »
Excellent, thanks for all the effort you made!  :eusa_clap:

If there were some GW-people around, they should copy this and make it official somewhere. But we know there aren't, since they "know what empire players want" anyway.

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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #10 on: August 08, 2007, 12:14:15 AM »
Very useful. I've had the Warseer version bookmarked for some time, but yours is certainly more comprehensive.

What would be really useful to me is if you gave notes on 'uniforms/banners etc' (where available) as an extra resource for painting.

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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #11 on: August 08, 2007, 01:32:00 PM »
This is indeed a great piece of work, and thanks for referencing each entry. This always helps when trying to follow something up.

Colour schemes and banners would be a great addition, but obviously the amount of work you've already done is appreciated.

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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #12 on: August 08, 2007, 02:54:45 PM »
@ Stolzeuhu 
 Thanks for the suggestion but they were already included in the list as Templars of Sigmar, the same name you gave.

For those of you who have asked for descriptions of banners and uniforms I have included what I know but usually nothing is said about it. I have listed the locations of pictures I have found. The web page with all those knightly orders on it at GW on line is gone now so I haven't included those pictures but included a description in the fluff under the order's name instead.

I remember there are some cut out banners for the most famous orders in the 5th edition army book but I wont have access to that book for a year. If anywone can take a look and see if there is anything new in there I will update this list.  Thanks

Also, if you know of any pictures or official descriptions of banners and uniforms please let me know.
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« Reply #13 on: August 08, 2007, 03:19:15 PM »
@ Stolzeuhu 
 Thanks for the suggestion but they were already included in the list as Templars of Sigmar, the same name you gave.


Oh, sorry, I overlooked them  :blush:
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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #14 on: August 08, 2007, 04:25:50 PM »
Not "official", but I would add my Knights von Richthofen named after a legendary Pegasus Captain, Manfred von Richthofen who reputedly slew 80 challengers before falling to a Dark Elf, eh.  Noted for their red barding, and unfortunately for their rubber lances (cursed by the Canadians, eh).  Currently lead by Lothar von Richthofen a distant relative.  Allegiance to the rightful Elector Count of Nordland.
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Re: List of 49(!!) Knightly orders from official sources.
« Reply #15 on: August 12, 2007, 02:51:23 AM »
Make that 50 Orders!!   the Templar Marines of Marienburg have been added to the list under allied and mercinary orders.   Ahh, its always nice to find a new order :icon_smile:

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Re: List of 50(!!!) Knightly orders from official sources. Updated 8/11
« Reply #16 on: August 13, 2007, 03:18:30 PM »
Excellent work. Assuming it is ok to do so, I will add this to the site library in due course.


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(Possibly a secular order. The fluff and referances are contradictory.)

I think the reference to the Reiksguard being a religious order was later admitted as a mistake.
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Re: List of 50(!!!) Knightly orders from official sources. Updated 8/11
« Reply #17 on: August 13, 2007, 04:10:19 PM »
Really? Great to know, Thanks.  Where did they say it was a mistake?  I will change the list now and add them as a secular order

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Re: List of 50(!!!) Knightly orders from official sources. Updated 8/11
« Reply #18 on: August 13, 2007, 05:17:52 PM »
I have posted a new list, leaving me room on each post to add and rearrange entrees. This list is no longer the most up to date. Thanks for all the sugestions and comments so far!

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Re: List of 50(!!!) Knightly orders from official sources. Updated 8/11
« Reply #19 on: August 14, 2007, 10:13:54 AM »
Where did they say it was a mistake?

Sorry, I can't remember where that was said. I'm almost certain it's true though.


Anyway, I've now put your article (from the newer thread) into the Library. Thanks for the contribution!
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Re: List of 50(!!!) Knightly orders from official sources. Updated 8/11
« Reply #21 on: November 09, 2007, 04:27:01 PM »
You missed the order of the shinning sword. They are an order founded by the knights who helped recover the runefang of Solland from a chimeras nest. The runefang was captured during waarrgh Gorbad when he slew the elector count. It was then lost by the retreating O&G horde after the seige of Altdorf. They were founded in 2100ish and are based in Wissenland. They are mentioned in the 4/5th edition empire book and the 4/5th edition O&G book I beleive. I will look for the reference.
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Re: List of 50(!!!) Knightly orders from official sources. Updated 8/11
« Reply #22 on: November 09, 2007, 05:47:01 PM »
Ho hum, I read somewhere that the Solland Fang was recovered by dwarves...
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« Reply #23 on: November 09, 2007, 06:51:43 PM »
Ho hum, are you an ent lucking there.

It was a combined party of Dwarfs and men.
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Re: List of 50(!!!) Knightly orders from official sources. Updated 8/11
« Reply #24 on: November 11, 2007, 11:03:23 AM »
You missed the order of the shinning sword.


Actually, he didn't. Last one on this page:

http://www.warhammer-empire.com/library/knights/secular.php
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