Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 31 summary
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In Chapter 31, Lanceor’s beloved kills herself despite Balin’s attempt to take her sword, leaving him ashamed and deeply sorrowful. Balin then meets his brother Balan, explains Arthur’s displeasure, and gains his support for a campaign against King Ryons to recover the king’s favor.
What happens
- A damsel finds Lanceor dead, mourns him, and takes his sword.
- Balin tries to remove the sword, but she holds it tightly and kills herself with it.
- Balin regrets Lanceor’s death because of the damsel’s love and recognizes his brother Balan near a forest.
- Balin recounts his troubles and proposes fighting King Ryons to regain Arthur’s favor; Balan agrees to help.
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What to notice
Balin makes regaining Arthur’s favor his goal. This resolve leads him to propose fighting Ryons with Balan.
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Why does Balin propose going to Castle Terrabil?
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