Will the Real Black Prince Please Stand Up?

No.



Yes!


For those that don't know, the "fake" Black Prince in the first photo is Edward, son of the English King Edward III, who was known as "the Black Prince" because he allegedly wore black armor.  The real Black Prince in the second photo not only allegedly wears black armor, he keeps it meticulously groomed - bearing in mind that a knight is tidy and shiny at ALL times.

Man Ray has recently been knighted as MomKatt's "Black Prince" and his knightly qualities include chivalry to all ladies (whether furry or not), a willingness to run about the house challenging infidel kitties to trial by combat using the famous "Pole Axe Smacky Paw" method of defense, and loyally and devotedly serving his Lady MomKatt by following her wherever she goes, looking anxiously at her from the kitchen counter and regularly rubbing against and winding around her ankles in the bedroom to let her know he loves her and that he is there to defend her, if need be.

In truth, Ray is the very definition of chivalric! 

Comments

  1. Random FelinesFebruary 19, 2014 at 11:10 AM

    awww - what a good Knight he is!!

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    1. SelinaFebruary 19, 2014 at 11:11 AM

      He humbly thanks you for your undeserved praise!

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  2. Hannah and LucyFebruary 19, 2014 at 12:07 PM

    Ray is so chivalrous and a devoted and loving gentleman to your Mom Selina.
    Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx

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    1. SelinaFebruary 19, 2014 at 2:30 PM

      That he is. And less grumpy than his brofur, Peppers. Knights cannot be grumpy.

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  3. Brian's Home BlogFebruary 19, 2014 at 3:01 PM

    It sure sounds like the good Knight is having some fun days too!

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  4. da tabbies o trout towneFebruary 19, 2014 at 3:41 PM

    dood...knight two day...king two morrow...yur gonna knead like a crown or a badge sew everee one noes who roolz de roost !!!

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  5. Summer at sparklecat.comFebruary 19, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    Ray has come a really long way from when he first arrived home! He sounds so happy and confident now - yay!

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    1. SelinaFebruary 20, 2014 at 3:25 PM

      He's a different cat in MANY ways but he's remained the same sweet, solicitous boy he's always been and I like that this trait hasn't changed as he's grown. :)

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  6. Cathy KeishaFebruary 19, 2014 at 5:53 PM

    Ray has evolved so much. It’s so nice to see. I’m glad he stayed in your family.

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    1. SelinaFebruary 20, 2014 at 3:25 PM

      They BOTH have - and Rachel is Miss Charm personified!! If you don't believe it, she'll change your mind!

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  7. Tama-Chan, Benny, Vidock, Violette, Ollie, Heloise, Momo, RyuFebruary 19, 2014 at 5:57 PM

    You sure have come a loooooooonnnng way, Sir Ray!

    Purrs,
    The Chans

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  8. Cats Herd YouFebruary 19, 2014 at 7:44 PM

    Ray sure looks like a big, handsome mancat! It's good to see how far he has come.

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  9. Just MagsFebruary 20, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    Awww, congratulations sweet, handsome Ray! Hugs and nose kisses

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  10. Alastriona, The Cats and Dogs February 20, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    Long Live Black Prince Man Ray.

    So nice to see how happy he is.

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    1. SelinaFebruary 20, 2014 at 3:24 PM

      He's just THE sweetest boy and he's SO bonded to Rachel and his MomKatt! I'm so glad they stayed a part of our family.

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  11. Little Miss TitchFebruary 20, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    Yippee for Black Prince Man Ray!xx Speedy

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  12. CATachresisFebruary 20, 2014 at 3:18 PM

    Man Ray is the catification of The Black Prince!! He was also the Prince of Wales :)))) xx

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    Oh Ray...you warm my heart to see you thriving and safe and now a special relationship with your huMom...pawsome!

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    1. SelinaFebruary 24, 2014 at 11:40 AM

      Oh thank you Aunt Linda & Savannah! I do indeed love my MomKatt and she adores me/us. I hope you guys are doing alright, especially with your new sibling!

      Man Ray

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