Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 132 summary

What happens

1. After spending the night at the hermitage, Beaumains hears Mass with Linet, eats, and rides toward the siege.
2. They see nearly forty hanging knights, and Linet explains that the Red Knight kills those who try to rescue Dame Liones.
3. Beaumains condemns these killings as shameful despite the Red Knight’s skill and rank.
4. At a sycamore beside the fortified castle, Linet asks Beaumains to delay blowing the challenge horn until noon.
5. Beaumains refuses to avoid his opponent’s greatest strength and blows the horn before the watching siege and castle.
6. The Red Knight puts on red armor and rides into a valley where everyone can watch the combat.

What to notice

Beaumains values an honorable contest above safety. His declaration explains why he rejects Linet’s advice and immediately sounds the horn.

Quick check