# Rogero — Bulfinch’s Mythology character guide > Rogero in Bulfinch’s Mythology by Thomas Bulfinch. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Bradamante, Rogero Bradamante, the fearless Rogero **First appearance:** 0290-bradamante-and-rogero ## Snapshot A Saracen knight of formidable skill whose heart turns toward the Christian Bradamante and a destiny he did not choose. ## Who they are 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 step toward her is contested by enchantment, rivals, and his own divided allegiance. His struggle between birth and desire gives the Charlemagne legends their most romantic arc. ## Relationships ### [Geraint](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/characters/geraint) _friendship_ Geraint and Rogero are allies and fellow knights, sharing adventures and mutual respect. ### [Melissa](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/characters/melissa) _friendship_ Melissa is a sorceress who aids and guides Rogero, acting as a protective ally and mentor. ### [Geraint](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/characters/geraint) _friendship_ Geraint and Rogero are allies and fellow knights, sharing adventures and mutual respect. ### [Geraint](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/characters/geraint) _friendship_ Geraint and Rogero are allies and fellow knights, sharing adventures and mutual respect. ### [Melissa](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/characters/melissa) _friendship_ Melissa is a sorceress who aids and guides Rogero, acting as a protective ally and mentor. ## In the story ### [Legends of Charlemagne](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/legends-of-charlemagne) A Saracen knight who converts to Christianity and becomes a key figure in the legends. ### [The Invasion of France](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/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)](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/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)](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/the-invasion-of-france-continued) Revealed as the white knight who overthrew Sacripant; described as a beautiful and brave lady. ### [Bradamante and Rogero](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/bradamante-and-rogero) The knight of the white plume and shield, determined to rescue Rogero from Atlantes' castle. ### [Bradamante and Rogero](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/bradamante-and-rogero) The beautiful and accomplished knight, held captive by Atlantes and later carried away by the Hippogriff. ### [Astolpho and the Enchantress](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/astolpho-and-the-enchantress) Freed from Alcina's enchantment by Melissa, escapes with the shield of Atlantes and Rabican. ### [The Orc](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/the-orc) Rides the Hippogriff, rescues Angelica, is betrayed, then pursues a phantom of Bradamante into Atlantes' enchanted castle. ### [The Orc](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/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](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/rogero-and-bradamante) Disguises himself as the Knight of the Unicorn to fight Prince Leo, later befriends Leo and wins Bradamante. ### [Rogero and Bradamante](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/rogero-and-bradamante) Secures a boon from Charlemagne to only marry a knight who can defeat her in combat; fights Rogero unknowingly. ### [B](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/b) Sister to Rinaldo and a female warrior. ### [F](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/f) His horse Frontino is listed. ### [R](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/chapters/r) Noted Saracen knight, mentioned in this chapter. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/characters/rogero - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/bulfinch_s_mythology_se/characters