
The Lion Knights were released the same year as the Black Falcons in 1984. As with the Black Falcons, LEGO never officially named this faction for some time, although catalogues in the United States and Australia used the name Lion Knights while Canada used Lion Crest. The Lion Knights were in open conflict with the Forestmen, as shown by several catalog settings.
1984 LEGO Sets
1984 cemented Castle’s identity with the debut of two enduring factions—the lion-badged Crusaders and the Black Falcons—bringing rival heraldry, fortified keeps, and standardized knight equipment. Space and Town sustained broad annual waves, and Trains added accessories that improved 12V layouts and operations.