Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 345 summary
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In Chapter 345, Sir Launcelot conceals his identity under the name Le Chevaler Mal Fet and settles at the castle he names the Joyous Isle. Despite the ladies’ efforts to entertain him, he weeps toward Logris and sends a dwarf to announce his challenge to visiting knights.
What happens
- Dame Elaine tells Sir Launcelot what her father arranges for them, and Sir Castor questions him about his name.
- Launcelot threatens Castor for recognizing him, then pardons him when he promises secrecy.
- King Pelles accompanies Elaine and a company to Bliant, where Launcelot names the castle the Joyous Isle.
- Launcelot commissions a black shield showing a crowned queen and a kneeling knight.
- He looks toward Logris and weeps daily despite the ladies’ entertainment.
- Hearing of a nearby joust, he sends a dwarf to announce a challenge with prizes for anyone who defeats him.
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What to notice
Launcelot treats secrecy as a courtesy owed to him. His demand leads Castor to promise silence about his identity.
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What must a visiting knight do to receive the offered prizes?
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