Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 346 summary
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In Chapter 346, Sir Launcelot defeats five hundred knights without killing anyone, then fights Sir Percivale de Galis at the Joyous Isle while using another name. Their fierce combat gives way to an exchange of names, and Launcelot regrets fighting a knight who once shared his Round Table fellowship.
What happens
- Sir Launcelot defeats five hundred knights over three days without killing any, then gives them a feast.
- Sir Percivale de Galis and Sir Ector de Maris reach the water surrounding the Joyous Isle and question a lady.
- The lady describes Elaine and Le Chevaler Mal Fet, recounts his recovery through the Sancgreal, and directs them to a vessel.
- Percivale leaves Ector waiting because he considers it shameful for two knights to challenge one.
- Percivale and Launcelot unhorse each other, then fight with swords for more than two hours and seriously wound each other.
- Percivale names himself and his family, prompting Launcelot to lament fighting a former Round Table companion.
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What to notice
Percivale’s name changes Launcelot’s understanding of their fight. His regret connects their wounds to a fellowship neither acknowledges during combat.
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Why does Percivale ask Ector to wait?
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