The Shadow Knight
"For valour beyond the call of duty, for excellence in combat against the enemies of Light, and for maintaining the highest ideals of our sacred Order, I hereby name you Knight-Captain of the Eastern Marches."
The blade touched each shoulder with a ring of consecrated steel. "Rise, Knight-Captain Kaelen Dawnblade, and know that the Light shines through you."
The gathered knights erupted in approval, fists beating against breastplates in the traditional salute. Kaelen stood, overwhelmed by the honour and the responsibility it carried. Knight-Captain: only twelve held such rank in all the realm.
"Your father would be proud," Aldric murmured as the ceremony concluded. "As am I."