Bulfinch’s Mythology · Character

Rogero

A Saracen knight of formidable skill whose heart turns toward the Christian Bradamante and a destiny he did not choose.

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Also known as Bradamante, Rogero Bradamante, the fearless Rogero

As a major figure in Bulfinch’s Mythology, Rogero is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

A Saracen knight who converts to Christianity and becomes a key figure in the legends.

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Rogero rides among the Saracen host, feared for his prowess and prized by his commanders. His love for the Christian warrior Bradamante pulls him toward conversion and a future as founder of the house of Este—yet every…

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Character groups

Greek and Trojan Heroes
Charlemagne Epic Antagonists and Allies
Welsh Romance and Myth Figures
Miscellaneous Mythological and Romance Figures

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Narrative arc

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Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Relationships

Geraint
friendship · positive
Geraint and Rogero are allies and fellow knights, sharing adventures and mutual respect. How this plays out →
Melissa
friendship · positive
Geraint
friendship · positive
Geraint and Rogero are allies and fellow knights, sharing adventures and mutual respect. How this plays out →
Geraint
friendship · positive
Geraint and Rogero are allies and fellow knights, sharing adventures and mutual respect. How this plays out →
Melissa
friendship · positive

Geraint
Geraint and Rogero are allies and fellow knights, sharing adventures and mutual respect.
Melissa
Melissa is a sorceress who aids and guides Rogero, acting as a protective ally and mentor.
Geraint
Geraint and Rogero are allies and fellow knights, sharing adventures and mutual respect.
Geraint
Geraint and Rogero are allies and fellow knights, sharing adventures and mutual respect.
Melissa
Melissa is a sorceress who aids and guides Rogero, acting as a protective ally and mentor.

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In the story

Rogero appears across 18 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Legends of Charlemagne
A Saracen knight who converts to Christianity and becomes a key figure in the legends.
The Invasion of France
Young knight descended from Hector, hidden by Atlantes; lured from his retreat by Agramant's tournament and joins the Saracen cause.
The Invasion of France (Continued)
Scruples about fighting Mandricardo due to his lack of a sword; later diverted by the dwarf to rescue a lady from the enchanter Atlantes.
The Invasion of France (Continued)
Revealed as the white knight who overthrew Sacripant; described as a beautiful and brave lady.
Bradamante and Rogero
The knight of the white plume and shield, determined to rescue Rogero from Atlantes' castle.
Bradamante and Rogero
The beautiful and accomplished knight, held captive by Atlantes and later carried away by the Hippogriff.
Astolpho and the Enchantress
Freed from Alcina's enchantment by Melissa, escapes with the shield of Atlantes and Rabican.
The Orc
Rides the Hippogriff, rescues Angelica, is betrayed, then pursues a phantom of Bradamante into Atlantes' enchanted castle.
The Orc
Defends Marseilles, is guided by Melissa to rescue Rogero, but is deceived by a phantom and becomes trapped in the enchanted castle.
Astolpho's Adventures Continued, and Isabella's Begun
Freed from enchantment, recognizes Bradamante, agrees to convert to Christianity to marry her.
Astolpho's Adventures Continued, and Isabella's Begun
Freed from Atlantes' castle, accepts Rogero's proposal on condition of his conversion, later entrusted with Rabican and the golden lance.
Zerbino and Isabella
Rides with Astolpho's golden lance, defeats Rodomont at the bridge, frees prisoners, and learns of Rogero's situation.
Zerbino and Isabella
Discovers his kinship with Marphisa; learns of his parentage from Atlantes and plans to leave Agramant and embrace Christianity.
Rogero and Bradamante
Disguises himself as the Knight of the Unicorn to fight Prince Leo, later befriends Leo and wins Bradamante.
Rogero and Bradamante
Secures a boon from Charlemagne to only marry a knight who can defeat her in combat; fights Rogero unknowingly.
B
Sister to Rinaldo and a female warrior.
F
His horse Frontino is listed.
R
Noted Saracen knight, mentioned in this chapter.

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