Bulfinch’s Mythology · Character
Sir Lionel
Knight of the Round Table, brother of Sir Bohort, known for his fierce temper.
minor
Also known as Leo
First appearance: bulfinch s mythology
Sir Lionel's tie to Sir Bohort is one of the pressures that moves Bulfinch’s Mythology—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
Launcelot's cousin and nephew; accompanies Launcelot on adventures, is captured by Sir Turquine, and later freed by Launcelot.
Sir Lionel first appears in 0002 bulfinch s mythology.
With Sir Bohort (family): Sir Bohort and Sir Lionel are brothers, both Knights of the Round Table, with a strong fraternal bond. With Sir Bohort (family): Sir Bohort and Sir Lionel are brothers, both Knights of the Round Table, with a strong fraternal bond.
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Relationship types
- Family
- Other
Character groups
- Arthurian and Romance Knights
- Greek and Trojan Heroes
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Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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