Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 281 summary
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In Chapter 281, King Bagdemagus wins the third day's prize, and a stranger challenges Sir Palamides after the feast, gaining the advantage before their fight is stopped. The stranger proves to be Sir Lamorak, whose welcome exposes hostility from Gawaine's brothers, while Guenever asks Launcelot to avoid jousting against Arthur's relatives.
What happens
- King Bagdemagus defeats King Marsil and several other opponents as the tournament becomes a large battle.
- Sir Palamides and Sir Blamor de Ganis bring each other down, and surgeons help the badly injured Blamor recover.
- Duke Chaleins performs strongly, but Bagdemagus receives the prize; at the feast, Sir Dinadan entertains the knights.
- A servant delivers a stranger's challenge to Palamides, and Guenever, Galahalt, and Launcelot sit to judge the contest.
- The stranger knocks Palamides down, but his own horse stumbles onto Palamides; they fight with swords until the High Prince stops them.
- The stranger proves to be Lamorak; most welcome him, and Launcelot agrees temporarily to avoid jousting against Arthur's kin.
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What to notice
Guenever places a family-based limit on Launcelot's participation. He accepts her request for the present.
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What happens immediately after the stranger knocks Palamides down?
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