Definitions by Namagem1
White Knight
On an internet forum, a person who defends a member who is clearly wrong, usually with the hopes of gaining brownie points with said member. Often seen as negative behavior.
Similar to playing Devil's Advocate, but specific to internet forums.
Similar to playing Devil's Advocate, but specific to internet forums.
Member 1: Why all the hate? He made a valid point and you guys are just dismissing him.
Member 2: Dude, stop white knighting, the guy's a troll. You're just making it worse.
Member 2: Dude, stop white knighting, the guy's a troll. You're just making it worse.
White Knight by Namagem1 January 14, 2011
Protoman
A name for a person who seems to be antagonizing you, but who you later realize was helping you prepare for the inevitable.
From Megaman 3, where the character Break Man fights you multiple times, but turns out to be your brother who is helping you train for the final fight with Wily.
Common Protomen are siblings, Teachers, and Parents.
From Megaman 3, where the character Break Man fights you multiple times, but turns out to be your brother who is helping you train for the final fight with Wily.
Common Protomen are siblings, Teachers, and Parents.