Knights of the Flying Hunt

The Knights of the Flying Hunt were an iconic order of aerial-mounted champions who defended the nation of Nimbral. These noble and valorous knights served the island nation's Nimbral Lords astride their pegasi steeds.

Dedicating their lives to the humble folk of Nimbral, these elite sky-riders were a noble, albeit somewhat haughty, fellowship of knights. They felt the utmost respect for their brethren and would readily give up their own life if it would mean saving the life of one of their own. Service within the Flying Hunt meant doing the same for the citizens of Nimbral.

Activities
The daily lives of the knights were split between the defense of Nimbral and the local needs of their homestead.

If knights were not in training, soaring through the skies in mock combat drills with their brethren, they were expected to carry out routine patrols to serve in a hunt. These squadrons of up to 40 mounted knights would sweep over the waters and coasts surrounding their island home, vigilant for potential dangers such as pirates or slavers.

Membership
While many sought membership within the knightly order, very few were allowed the privilege and honor. The exclusive order only considered citizens, or residents, of Nimbral of human or half-moon elf heritage. Potential recruits were required to demonstrate martial prowess and skill, a strong mind for tactics and preferably, some experience and wisdom of the world outside Nimbral. As the knights protected the isolated country from external threats, this understanding of potential threats was invaluable.

A great deal of knowledge, experience and wisdom was passed down from veteran knights to their more-recently-recruited brothers and sisters.

History
While the exact origin of the Knights of the Flying Hunt was unknown, it dates back to the actual formation of the nation of Nimbral itself. Originally settled by a group of moon elves, the nation didn't truly come into its identity until they were accompanied by a sect of Halruaans from the Shining South. Leaving the mainland due to their devoted veneration of Leira, these exiles from the arcane kingdom quickly intermingled with their elven neighbors. As two cultures became one, their view of the world expanded beyond the island and saw dangers beyond the sea.

The order of the Flying Hunt knights were the response to these perils. Under the guidance of the church of Leira, the island-nation's magical crafters would come to develop enchanted lances and the iconic, luminescent glassteel armor that became synonymous the pegasus knights.

Skills
Knights of the Flying hunt were fleet and unshakable riders, who specialized in the nuances of aerial-mounted combat. Much of their time was spent flying through valleys and mountain tops, mastering their maneuverability and combat sense in the skies. The pegasi mounts, who were paired with rider upon initiation, were expertly-trained steeds.