Le Morte Darthur, Chapter 86 summary
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In Chapter 86, Sir Uwaine defeats Sir Edward and Sir Hue in a long fight, killing Edward and accepting Hue’s surrender so the lady of the Rock regains her lands. His wounds require nearly half a year of recovery, after which he and the other knights travel toward their agreed meeting at the crossroads.
What happens
- After both sides reject treachery, Sir Uwaine meets the brothers outside the gates and knocks each from his horse.
- The brothers demand combat on foot and wound Sir Uwaine severely during a fight lasting five hours.
- Sir Uwaine kills Sir Edward with a sword blow, then accepts Sir Hue’s surrender.
- The lady regains her lands, and Sir Hue receives orders to attend King Arthur’s court at Pentecost.
- Sir Uwaine spends nearly half a year recovering before the three knights head toward their promised meeting at the crossroads.
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What to notice
The gesture ends the combat through mercy rather than another killing. Sir Uwaine accepts the surviving brother’s submission.
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Why does Sir Uwaine stay with the lady for nearly half a year?
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