English Tradition

Locations, Knighthood, Court, Society

A legendary island that revolved upon the sea above a giant lodestone. It was one of the most mysterious locations in Arthurian romance.

Arthurian Characters

A heathen knight slain by Sir Lucan during the first battle of Carhaix.

Arthurian Items and Symbols

Arthur's famed hauberk in Layamon's "Brut", worn during his battles against the Saxons.

Locations, Knighthood, Court, Society

A portal at Camelot associated with the three queens destined to bear Arthur to Avalon.

Arthurian Items and Symbols

A sword embedded in a stone and anvil that could be drawn only by the rightful king of Britain.

Knight of the Round Table

A Saracen knight who fought Gawain during Arthur's war against Rome before converting to Christianity and joining the Round Table.

Arthurian Characters

A chaplain appointed Archbishop of York by Arthur after the city was reclaimed from the Saxons.

Arthurian Items and Symbols

A golden token given by Guenevere to Lancelot to wear in tournaments. The sleeve marked the queen’s favor and symbolized the famous love story in Arthurian legend.