Chivalry 101: Dealing with Teasing

In medieval times, a knight's reputation was not just about bravery in battle, but also about his ability to withstand a good-natured jest.

Teasing is a delicate art, my friends. A well-timed jest can be a sign of camaraderie, but a poorly timed jape can lead to a duel at dawn.

So, how do you deal with the constant barrage of 'your-hair-is-as-bright-as-your-armor' and 'you-looks-like-a-walking-sausage'?

Here's a few tips:

1. Develop a sense of humor about it. After all, if you can't laugh at yourself, you'll never make it to the end of this course.

2. Learn to wield a witty retort. A good knight always has a clever comeback ready, lest his opponent be left wondering if he's been struck by a 'sudden case of the farts'.

3. Practice your sword-fighting skills. A knight who can defend himself with a sword can also defend himself with words.

That's all for today, class. Remember, in the words of our great knightly philosopher, Sir Reginald the Ridiculous: 'When in doubt, punch 'em in the nose. Unless, of course, it's a lady. Then just give 'em a nice smile and a pat on the back.'

Next lesson: Defending Your Honor with Finesse

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