stay, standing still

obtain knowledge

wise, prudent, sensible

conscious, aware, informed about

a doorkeeper, porter

variegated, multicoloured

a guard, protector

imposing, impressive, effective, powerful, having the power

shining, glittering

a sharp sword

thorny, having many thorns or thorn bushes, bush-like

rooty, having (hardened or widespread) roots

Botany: flaky, layer

comrade, close friend, companion, colleague

tasteful, delicious, savoury

matchlock, musket

whole herd, flock

tasty, delicious, yummy

stylish, elegant, graceful, observer of traditions or customs

be hanged

stipendiary, pensioner

Forked pieces, shrapnel