Black Knight facts for kids

A black knight is a character often found in fictional stories. These are usually soldiers or knights who don't serve a known lord, or their lord is kept secret. They might not have any heraldic symbols, or they might have painted over them with black paint. In many tales, black knights are skilled fighters who often work alone and are sometimes seen as evil.

Black Knights in Stories

What is a Black Knight?

A black knight is a mysterious figure in many tales. Unlike most knights who proudly display their family's coat of arms or their lord's colors, a black knight often hides their identity. This can be done by wearing all black armor or by covering up any symbols that would show who they are. Their hidden identity makes them seem powerful and sometimes dangerous.

Famous Black Knights

One of the most well-known black knights appears in the legends of King Arthur. In these stories, a powerful Black Knight was brought to life by magic. He was summoned by Sir Calogrenant, another knight. This Black Knight never revealed his true name. He was a very strong fighter and managed to defeat Sir Calogrenant in battle.

Later, a knight named Yvain, who was Sir Calogrenant's cousin, sought revenge. Yvain fought the Black Knight and unfairly killed him. This event is a famous part of the Arthurian legends, showing the bravery and sometimes harsh actions of knights in those times.

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  A robot knight, showing how knights can appear in many forms of fiction.