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The Champions of the Round Table: An Unabridged History of King Arthur's Knights

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The Champions of the Round Table are some of the most famous and beloved characters in English literature. They are the knights who served King Arthur at his court in Camelot, and their stories have been told and retold for centuries.

But who were the Champions of the Round Table, and what were their stories? In this article, we will take a closer look at these legendary knights and their place in Arthurian legend.

The Champions of the Round Table (Unabridged): Arthurian Legends & Myths of Sir Lancelot, Sir Tristan & Sir Percival

by Howard Pyle

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Sir Lancelot

Sir Lancelot, The Greatest Knight Of The Round Table The Champions Of The Round Table (Unabridged): Arthurian Legends Myths Of Sir Lancelot Sir Tristan Sir Percival

Sir Lancelot is the most famous and beloved of the Champions of the Round Table. He is known for his great strength, courage, and skill in battle. He is also known for his tragic love affair with Queen Guinevere.

Lancelot was born in the kingdom of Benoic. He was raised by the Lady of the Lake, who taught him the ways of chivalry. Lancelot was not formally inducted into the Round Table until after he defeated Sir Meliagrant in a jousting match.

Lancelot quickly became one of Arthur's most trusted knights. He was a key figure in many of the great battles of Arthurian legend, including the Battle of Camlann, where he fought against his own king.

Lancelot's love for Guinevere was a forbidden one. However, they could not resist their feelings for each other. Their affair eventually led to the downfall of Arthur's kingdom.

Sir Galahad

Sir Galahad, The Purest Knight Of The Round Table The Champions Of The Round Table (Unabridged): Arthurian Legends Myths Of Sir Lancelot Sir Tristan Sir Percival

Sir Galahad is the purest and most virtuous of the Champions of the Round Table. He is known for his great piety and his devotion to the Holy Grail. Galahad was the son of Sir Lancelot and Elaine of Corbenic.

Galahad was raised in a monastery. He was not formally inducted into the Round Table until after he passed the perilous Siege Perilous. Galahad was the only knight who was able to sit in the Siege Perilous, which was reserved for the purest knight in the world.

Galahad quickly became one of Arthur's most trusted knights. He was a key figure in the quest for the Holy Grail. Galahad was the only knight who was pure enough to find the Holy Grail. He died shortly after finding the Grail, but his soul was taken up to heaven.

Sir Gawain

Sir Gawain, The Courteous Knight Of The Round Table The Champions Of The Round Table (Unabridged): Arthurian Legends Myths Of Sir Lancelot Sir Tristan Sir Percival

Sir Gawain is the courteous and chivalrous of the Champions of the Round Table. He is known for his great strength, courage, and skill in battle. Gawain was the son of King Lot of Orkney and Morgause.

Gawain was raised in the court of King Arthur. He was formally inducted into the Round Table after he defeated the Green Knight.

Gawain was a key figure in many of the great battles of Arthurian legend. He was also a key figure in the quest for the Holy Grail. Gawain was one of the few knights who was able to pass the perilous Siege Perilous.

Gawain was a loyal and faithful knight. He was one of the few knights who remained loyal to Arthur until the end.

Sir Percival

Sir Percival, The Gentle Knight Of The Round Table The Champions Of The Round Table (Unabridged): Arthurian Legends Myths Of Sir Lancelot Sir Tristan Sir Percival

Sir Percival is the gentle and compassionate of the Champions of the Round Table. He is known for his great strength, courage, and skill in battle. Percival was the son of Pellinore and was raised by his uncle.

Percival was formally inducted into the Round Table after he defeated the Red Knight.

Percival was a key figure in the quest for the Holy Grail. He was one of the few knights who was able to pass the perilous Siege Perilous. Percival was the only knight who was able to heal the Fisher King.

Percival was a humble and pious knight. He was one of the few knights who remained loyal to Arthur until the end.

Sir Tristan

Sir Tristan, The Tragic Knight Of The Round Table The Champions Of The Round Table (Unabridged): Arthurian Legends Myths Of Sir Lancelot Sir Tristan Sir Percival

Sir Tristan is the tragic knight of the Round Table. He is known for his great strength, courage, and skill in battle. Tristan was the son of King Meliodas of Lyon

Tristan was formally inducted into the Round Table after he defeated the Morholt.

Tristan was a key figure in many of the great battles of Arthurian legend. He was also a key figure in the story of the love triangle between himself, Isolde, and King Mark.

Tristan's love for Isolde was a forbidden one. However, they could not resist their feelings for each other. Their affair eventually led to the downfall of Tristan.

These knights were men of great strength, courage, and virtue. They were also men of great passion and tragedy.

The stories of the Champions of the Round Table continue to inspire us today. They remind us of the importance of courage, loyalty, and virtue. They also remind us of the power of love and the dangers of passion.

The Champions of the Round Table (Unabridged): Arthurian Legends & Myths of Sir Lancelot, Sir Tristan & Sir Percival

by Howard Pyle

4.2 out of 5