Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 451 summary
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In Chapter 451, Sir Launcelot suffers an accidental hunting wound, receives treatment from a hermit, and insists on attending the Candlemas jousts despite severe pain. He and Sir Lavaine approach the field disguised as Saracens, while large companies of knights assemble and judges take their seats.
What happens
- A gentlewoman explains that she accidentally shoots Sir Launcelot while aiming at a hind near a well.
- Sir Launcelot removes the arrow, but its head stays in his thigh, and he reaches the hermitage bleeding.
- The hermit extracts the arrowhead, but the painful wound prevents Sir Launcelot from sitting in a saddle.
- Sir Launcelot vows to attend the Candlemas jousts and approaches the field with Sir Lavaine, both dressed as Saracens.
- Two large parties assemble for the jousts, while old knights and the queen sit ready to judge.
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What to notice
Launcelot sees the injury as an obstacle to his pursuit of honor. His complaint leads directly to his vow to attend the jousts.
Quick check
Who removes the arrowhead from Sir Launcelot’s thigh?
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