Ep 17. Knight Fall

House season 6 episode 17, titled "Knight Fall," follows the story of a patient named Ian, who is an avid Renaissance fair enthusiast. Ian leads a group of knights and damsels who regularly attend the fair and participate in jousting competitions. During one of these competitions, Ian falls from his horse and is brought to Princeton-Plainsboro Hospital for treatment.

Dr. House is intrigued by Ian's obsession with the Renaissance fair and begins to investigate the cause of his fall. As his team runs various tests and examinations, House discovers that Ian's medical issues are more complex than initially thought. In addition to his injuries from the fall, Ian is dealing with a chronic illness that he has been hiding from his friends and family.

Throughout the episode, House and his team navigate the complexities of Ian's medical condition while also exploring the world of Renaissance fairs. They attend one of these fairs themselves to gain a better understanding of the culture and history that Ian is so passionate about.

As the team gets closer to diagnosing Ian's illness, they realize that his medical history is more complicated than they first believed. They begin to consider the possibility that Ian may have been misdiagnosed in the past and that his current condition is a result of incorrect treatment.

Throughout the episode, House's team works tirelessly to diagnose and treat Ian's illness while also grappling with their own personal issues. Dr. Chase struggles with his relationship with his father, while Dr. Taub contemplates leaving his wife to pursue a relationship with one of his younger patients.

Ultimately, House and his team are able to diagnose Ian's illness and provide him with the treatment he needs. The episode concludes with Ian returning to the Renaissance fair, where he is able to participate in the jousting competition once again.

"Knight Fall" is an engaging and entertaining episode that provides an insightful look into the world of Renaissance fairs while also tackling important medical issues. The episode is full of twists and turns that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats, as House and his team race against time to save their patient's life.