Nennius’s Historia Brittonum (c. 830) preserves the earliest account of Arthur’s Twelve Battles, portraying him as dux bellorum and linking him for the first time to the victory at Mount Badon.
A magical sword wielded by the hero Cú Chulainn. Caladbolg symbolizes superhuman strength and connects linguistically and conceptually to Excalibur (Caledfwlch) in Welsh tradition.
A magical chair or chariot belonging to Morgan Mwynfawr, one of the Thirteen Treasures of Britain. Whoever sat in it could instantly go wherever they wished.
The Crown of Arthur was said to be part of the regalia of Gwynedd, surrendered to Edward I in 1283 and later kept at Westminster Abbey.
A visionary tale, The Dream of Rhonabwy tells of a Welsh warrior who, while resting in a crumbling house, dreams himself into King Arthur’s Britain.
Explore the world of medieval tournaments — from their origins as knightly training grounds to their grandeur in Arthurian legend. Discover jousts, melees, and the legendary contests at Winchester and Camelot where chivalry was tested and heroes were made.
In Arthurian legend, the Dolorous Stroke is the fateful blow that maims a Grail King and turns his land into the Waste Land. Struck with a forbidden holy weapon the stroke symbolizes sin, broken kingship, and the need for spiritual healing through the Grail Quest.
The Fearsome Kiss is the adventure of Guinglain, son of Gawain, who frees Queen Esmeree from enchantment.
