Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 267 summary
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In Chapter 267, Sir Tristram accepts Sir Elias’s challenge despite his wounds and kills him in combat, freeing Cornwall from its tribute. Remembering La Beale Isoud restores his strength during the fight, but his service does not change King Mark’s desire to kill him.
What happens
- No knight dares face Sir Elias, so King Mark depends on the wounded Sir Tristram for help.
- Sir Tristram accepts the challenge, demands guarantees concerning the tribute, and arranges to fight the next day.
- Both sides exchange hostages, and the champions fight outside Tintagil Castle, first mounted and then on foot.
- Sir Elias nearly defeats Sir Tristram, but remembering La Beale Isoud gives Tristram strength to overwhelm him.
- Sir Elias dies, and King Mark takes prisoners and sends others home to arrange their ransom.
- Sir Tristram receives treatment but ignores King Mark’s treachery because he wants to remain near La Beale Isoud.
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The victory saves Mark from the tribute but does not remove his hostility. Tristram’s devotion to Isoud keeps him from taking warning.
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What helps Sir Tristram recover when Sir Elias seems close to defeating him?
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