Nobles
The Nobles (Lords, Bishops, Barons etc.) were the second highest rank in the Feudal System they owned the land that the King gave them in return for loyalty and protection. They controlled the Peasants who were working in their land and the Knights that they had to train, feed and give clothing/supplies so that the Knights could fight for the King. The Peasants and Knights paid the Nobles taxes which half of them they gave to the King.