The Crusader
The Crusader, also known as The Knight is the personification of the Karno-Ruthenian nation or the Karno-Ruthenians as a whole, most commonly associated with the aspirations of the founder of the Empire and the ideals promoted by their government.
It was also established as an informal code of conduct, combining a warrior ethos, knightly piety, and courtly manners, all conspiring to establish a notion of honour and nobility desired by the leaders of the Empire.
Description[edit | edit source]
"The Crusader" linked with patriotic and nationalist feelings promoted by the Karno-Ruthenian government in order to create an "ideal of Karno-Ruthenian citizen", is usually depicted as a robust knight, although his artistic representations vary, being presented as much as a crusader knight (similar to the Knights Hospitaller) with a black armor and a combat shield with a double-headed eagle or as a knight of the European Late Middle Ages with a black armor and wearing a sallet with white and red feathers, the colors of the Empire.
Meanings of some symbols[edit | edit source]
| Attribute | Significance |
|---|---|
| Armour | Strength and endurance. |
| Shield with two-headed eagle | Strength and determination - symbol of the Empire. |
| Helmet | Faceless heroism, possible for all who follow national ideals. |
| Sword | Symbol of power, readiness to fight. |
Representation[edit | edit source]
The Crusader has been depicted in many national contexts, but more recently, in government propaganda, as a symbol of fight for freedom or to show force to ensure peace.
Gallery[edit | edit source]
"Peace" poster.
"The Crusader smashing oppresion and lies" poster.
