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Ambrosius

A monk who hears Percivale's tale of the Grail.

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First appearance: The Holy Grail

Ambrosius shows up with force in The Holy Grail. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The monk who questions Percivale about the quest and the knights' return.
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SPSir PercivaleSLSir LancelotKAKing ArthurSGSir GawainMEMerlinAMAmbrosius

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Supporting and Minor Figures
  • Knights and Betrayal
  • Love and Tragedy
  • Protagonist

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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