According to the ancient custom, which is still followed in Bretonnia, anyone who desired the honour and privilege of knighthood must first prove himself worthy by accomplishing a perilous task. Traditionally the errand of knighthood is chosen by the fairest maiden in the village, and is often to slay a monster and bring back its head or return with a treasure. The maiden is required to marry the knight if he succeeds in his errand, so sometimes the quest is a dangerous one indeed. Many Knights Errant, as these aspiring men are called, travel to Lustria or the Land of the Dead in search of treasure and victory in combat. Some travel to the mysterious forest of Loren with high hopes to impress the legendary Elves with their courage.