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Caradawg Strong-Arm


Son of Llyr of the Sea, father of Cawrdaf, and Arthur’s chief advisor in Welsh legend. Caradawg is said to be Arthur’s first cousin, but Llyr is never said to be related to Eigyr (Igerne) or Uther.

He rode a horse named Host-Splitter.

He was adapted by French writers as Caradoc Shortarm.


Sources
Triads of the Island of Britain (Welsh ”Triads”) | 11th century to 14th century
Breudwyt Rhonabwy | 13th century
Geraint and Enid | 13th century