Warrior code

Warrior code is an ethical code followed by warriors, often those in an aristocratic society that were privileged by birth, belonging to nobility or another superior caste.

Warriors' honor is dependent on following the code. Common virtues in warrior code are mercy, courage and loyalty.

Warrior code exists to prevent tyranny and corruption.

Some historical warrior codes are chivalry, followed by Christian knights in Europe; Dharma, followed by the Hindu Kshatriyas; bushido, followed by Japanese samurai; and xiá in China.

Warrior codes in fiction

• Jedi
• Sith
• Mandalorian

See also

• Khatri
• Dumra
• Honour
• Duelling
• Hero
• Noblesse oblige
• Jomsviking
• Rajput
• Laws of war
• Articles of Agreement
• Pirate code of the Brethren
• Knightly virtues
• Military courtesy
• Bushido

The Warrior Code is also from Warriors by Erin Hunter.