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House Griffith maintains the [[Order of the Hound]], which is a specialist sub-order of favored retainers who serve as [[Armiger Knight]] [[Bondsmen]].{{Fn|9c}} The House's [[Knight]]s are also known to serve within the [[Padah March]] alliance of [[Knight House]]s and [[Freeblades]].{{Fn|11a}}
In a centuries-old tradition, House Griffith Knights that slay an enemy [[High King ]] carry a weapon painted bloody red. What constitutes such a "high king" is debated, but enemies such as [[Gargant]]s and a [[Lord of Skulls]] have qualified in the past.{{Fn|16b}} This encourages the culture of heroism in the House, with even the commoners all seeking to emulate glorified heroes of the past and ever-training in bladework in order to strike down a worthy foe. Outside of battle, these skills are put to use in a variety of martial tournaments held on Dragon's End where not only the ruling Nobles of Dragon's End take part, but also Vassal Houses.{{Fn|16b}}
These Vassal Houses are sworn to House Griffith, and share elements of its heraldic insignia.{{Fn|16a}} And when Griffith goes to war, the Vassals do so as well.{{Fn|16a}} Their Knights will use Griffith's tournaments to increase their standing and prestige though. Those who display great feats of foe-slaying in battle, can be allowed to join House Griffith's hereditary ranks.{{Fn|16b}}
