Let's take a look at some interesting real-world history behind the iconic Knight formation.
Imperial Knights and their corrupted counterparts are one the coolest parts of Warhammer 40K. On the table they are massive detailed models, some of the coolest ever made. In the lore, they are ancient machines, built as guardians of humanity's spread across the stars and piloted by brave and noble warriors. They are a very cool and unique part of 40K. Knights, it is well known, fight in formations known as Lances. Today let's take a look at the interesting history behind why we use this term.
It's Because of BattleTech Isn't It?
For many people, the answer here seems really obvious. It's because of BattleTech. And this is a pretty easy conclusion to jump to off the bat. After all, it's not unfair to say that 40K Knights owe, or borrowed, a lot to Battletech/Mech Warrior. Knights look, and act, a lot like the Mechs in Battle Tech, and the early designs echo early BattleTech a lot. In addition, the aesthetics are very similar in some areas, with powerful, often feuding noble houses fighting with semi-chivalric codes. Knights also hail from the Dark Age of Technology, and humanity's first S...
