The stark white shield of the giant Mauduit. Unlike the blank shields of young knights, this symbolizes brute force without honor — a monstrous parody of chivalry.
Elaine of Astolat’s sleeve — a scarlet token embroidered with pearls — allowed Lancelot to ride incognito at the tournament of Winchester. In doing so, it revealed more than it concealed.
Cuckhold's Horn is a magical object that spills its drink for any man whose wife has been unfaithful, serving as a supernatural test of fidelity and a reflection of Arthurian ideals of honor and virtue.
Clarent, the Sword of Peace, is King Arthur's ceremonial blade, reserved for knightings and moments of solemn authority.
In the late medieval romance "Le Chevalier du Papegau", King Arthur rides as a knight errant, hidden from his court and known only by his deeds. At his side is Chastiefol, a sword of judgment.
A simple cart, but in Arthurian legend, it was more than a tool for transport. Those forced to ride it - traitors, criminals, or losers of duelst - lost their honor and legal rights.
A courtly song, which Lancelot hears while traveling through the enchanted Forest Perdue.
In the Post-Vulgate Suite du Merlin, a courtly lay is composed at Arthur’s court in honour of Sir Gaheris, celebrating his noble deeds and chivalric reputation through poetry and song.
