A magical sword whose bearer was assured victory in combat.
Magical, mysterious, and symbolic vessels play a major role in Arthurian romance, especially in the Grail tradition.
Magical boots attributed to Merlin that allowed the wearer to travel immense distances in a single stride.
The enchanted stone at the fountain that summons a storm and its guardian knight.
A chastity-testing mantle from later Arthurian ballad tradition.
A magical whetstone from Welsh tradition, one of the Thirteen Treasures of Britain, said to sharpen only the weapons of the brave.
Glain, a legendary magic‑snake’s egg, connects Merlin to the mystical and wondrous world of Celtic and Cornish folklore, bridging Arthurian legend with mythical zoology.
- Arms and Armor
- ARTHURIAN ITEMS
- French Romance Tradition
- Geoffrey of Monmouth Tradition
- Magical and Enchanted Objects
- Source | Idylls of the King
- Source | King Arthur's Death (ballad)
- Source | Le Morte Darthur
- Source | Parlement of the Thre Ages
- Source | Post-Vulgate Mort Artu
- Source | Post-Vulgate Suite du Merlin
- Source | The Stanzaic Le Morte Arthur
- Source | Tirant Lo Blanch
- Source | Vulgate Lancelot
- Source | Vulgate Merlin
- Source | Vulgate Mort Artu
- Welsh Tradition
The Scabbard of Excalibur, adorned with gold and precious stones, was more than decoration: it magically protected its bearer from losing blood, no matter the wound.
