The Squire

The Squire,is typically a young nobleman who is an attendant to a Knight. As such, the squire must be familiar with the rudimentaries of combat, horsemanship and weapons. As a nobleman, the squire is educated and taught courtly etiquette. Some squires go on to become Knights, Paladins, soldiers, mercenaries or lords. Regardless of their actual occupation decription, the character retains the title "squire" and is considered to be next below the Knight in rank. Thus, these characters might be considered lesser knights or noblemaen with knightly training.

Like the knights they served as a youngster, squires can become champions of the people or travel the world looking for adventure and righting wrongs. Likewise, most respect, honour and follow the code of Chivilry.

Special Squire Training & Mastery

1. The Way of the Horse: Horsemanship: Knight, see that skill description for full details regarding thecharacter's riding prowess, combat bonuses while on horseback, and knowledge about horses. Squires, like Knights areexcellent horsemen, able to make jumps, perform tricks and make special manoeuver on horseback even in fullplate armour.
2. Other O.C.C. Bonuses: +1 on initiative, +1 to pull punch, 25 S.D.C., and +1 to save vs. Horror factor atlevels 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14.
3. Family Background: Roll Social Background on the Family Background Tables found on pg. 86 Palladiumrule book under O.C.C. Knight. Then select the corresponding family skills.

Weapons: Standard issue is typically a Lance, Dagger, Sword or Weapon of choice. They may purchase any other weapons at their own expense.

Other Equipment: Standard starting equipment includes: Shield of choice, Backpack, Belt with 2 Pouches, Boots, 2 sets of Clothing, a Robe, Cape or Cloak, Grooming Utensils,Holy symbol, Bed Roll, Tinder Box, 2 Large Sacks, 2 Small Sacks, Horse, Tack and Barding. Anyother equipment can be bought at the Squire's or his Knight's expense.

Squires and the Code of Chivilry

A Squire is sworn to valour, both in intent and deed:

He avenges the wrong
He defends the weak and innocent
He fights with honour
He never abandons a friend ally, or noble cause.

He always keeps his word of honour
He always maintains his principles
He never betrays a confidence or comrade
He avoids deception
He respects life
His blade defends the helpless
His might upholds the weak
His words speak only truth
His wrath undoes the wicked
He lives his life so that it is worthy of respect and honour

He will never attack an unarmed foe
He will never charge an unhorsed opponent
He will never attack from behind
He will avoid cheating
He will avoid torture

He exhibits self discipline
He shows respect to authority
He obeys the law
He administers justice
He administers mercy
He protects the innocent
He respects women

He exhibits manners
He is polite and attentive
He is respectful of host, authority and women

Attribute Requirements: I.Q.: 7, P.S.: 10, P.P.: 12, P.E.:10
Alignment: Any, but usually good
Gender: Male or Female
Race: Any
O.C.C. Skills:

Dance (+10%)
Heraldry (+10%)
Horsemanship: Knight
Land Navigation (+5%)
Languages: Two of Choice (+5%)
Literacy: One Language of choice (+10%)
Military Etiquette (+10%)
Armourer (+5%)
Mathematics: Basic (+5%)
Hand to Hand: Squire
W.P. Lance
W.P. Large Shield
W.P. Two of Choice

O.C.C. Related Skills: Choose 2 other skills form the Military skill category , 2 from Communications skill category, and 3 other skills at level 1 , plus 1 per level starting at level 2. All new skills start atLvl. one proficiency.

Communications: Any
Domestic: Any
Espionage: Any
Horsemanship: Exotic Only.
Labour: Any
Medical: First Aid Only.
Military: Any (+5%)
Naval Skills: Any
Performing Arts: Any
Physical: Any
Rogue: None
Science: Any
Scholar/Technical: Any
Weapon Proficiencies: Any
Wilderness: Any

Secondary Skills: Choose 4 at level 1, plus 1 per level starting at level 2. All new skills start atLvl. one proficiency. These are additional areas of knowledge that don't get the O.C.C. bonus.

Level	Experiance	Hand to Hand: Squire
1	0-2,100	2 Attacks per Melee, +2roll/pull punch
2	2,101-4,200	+3 parry/dodge
3	4,201-8,400	+2 strike
4	8,401-15,400	3 Attacks per Melee
5	15,401-23,4000	Kick Attack: 2d4 damage
6	23,401-33,400	Critical Strike: 18 to 20
7	33,401-48,400	+2 Damage
8	48,401-68,400	Body flip/throw
9	68,401-93,400	4 Attacks per Melee
10	93,401-133,400	+4 damage, +2 roll/pull punch
11	133,401-173,400	K.O./Stun 18-20
12	173,401-223,400	+2 parry/dodge
13	223,401-273,400	5 Attacks per Melee
14	273,401-323,400	+2 Strike
15	323,401-373,400	Death blow: Natural 20