# Brian de Bois-Guilbert — Ivanhoe character guide > Brian de Bois-Guilbert in Ivanhoe by Walter Scott. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Bois-Guilbert, Sir Brian, the Templar, brother Brian **First appearance:** 0005-ii ## Snapshot A celebrated Templar knight whose reputation for valor and prudence collapses when he becomes obsessed with a Jewish woman, dragging his order's honor into scandal. ## Who they are Brian de Bois-Guilbert is a Preceptor of the Knights Templar, renowned for his crusading exploits and considered a possible future Grand Master. His forbidden fascination with Rebecca leads him to defend her against his own brethren and to violate the strict rules of his order, as the Grand Master publicly enumerates. His inner conflict between ambition and desire makes him a dangerous, unpredictable antagonist whose obsession threatens both his own standing and Rebecca's life. ## Relationships ### [Rebecca](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/characters/rebecca) _psychological_ Bois-Guilbert is obsessively infatuated with Rebecca, torn between lust and his Templar vows, making her his victim. ### [Rebecca](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/characters/rebecca) _psychological_ Bois-Guilbert is obsessively infatuated with Rebecca, torn between lust and his Templar vows, making her his victim. ### [Rebecca](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/characters/rebecca) _psychological_ Bois-Guilbert is obsessively infatuated with Rebecca, torn between lust and his Templar vows, making her his victim. ## In the story ### [Ivanhoe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/ivanhoe) A proud Templar knight, antagonist to Ivanhoe, who shows interest in Rebecca. ### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/ii) The Templar knight who displays arrogance and a warlike demeanor, contrasting with the Prior's diplomacy. ### [Chapter III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/iii) The Templar knight arrives as a guest at Rotherwood, described by Cedric as valiant but stained with pride, arrogance, cruelty, and voluptuousness. ### [Chapter IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/iv) Speaks French, displays haughty demeanor, and toasts Lady Rowena. ### [Chapter V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/v) The Templar who scorns Isaac, challenges Ivanhoe's reputation, and wagers his gold chain. ### [Chapter VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/vi) Mentioned by Isaac as a fierce and savage Templar who might pursue him. ### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/viii) The Templar is the leading challenger; his shield is struck by the Disinherited Knight. ### [The Disinherited Knight's Generosity and Isaac's Lament](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/x) His squire offers ransom, but Ivanhoe refuses, escalating their mortal quarrel. ### [Chapter XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xi) The Templar is noted as an enemy of the Disinherited Knight, and his ransom is refused by Ivanhoe, who seeks only his life's blood. ### [Chapter XII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xii) Implied as a challenger; part of the opposing party in the tournament. ### [Chapter XIV: The Banquet at Ashby](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xiv) The Templar sullenly refuses to drink to King Richard's health, showing his disdain. ### [XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xv) The Templar is mentioned as the co-conspirator who helped devise the abduction plan and will pose as an outlaw. ### [Chapter XXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxi) Engages in dialogue with De Bracy, revealing his own designs on Rebecca and his disdain for De Bracy's interference. ### [XXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxii) The Templar to whom Rebecca has been given, mentioned as a threat to her honor. ### [XXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxiii) Bois-Guilbert is mentioned as one of the confederates in the council that planned the prisoners' fates. ### [Chapter XXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxiv) Reveals his bitter sacrifice of personal life for Templar power and his furious ambition to rise to Grand Master; attempts to seduce and coerce Rebecca. ### [XXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxv) The Templar discusses his failed love suit with De Bracy and reads the defiant letter from the allies. ### [XXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxvi) Advises Front-de-Boeuf not to trust the friar and suggests sending a written order to De Bracy's company. ### [Chapter XXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxvii) The Templar joins the discussion, insisting that Isaac and Rebecca are excluded from any ransom agreement. ### [XXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxviii) Passes Rebecca on the road, fixing his bold and ardent look upon her, foreshadowing his later actions. ### [XXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxix) Mentioned as one of the commanders within the castle. ### [The Siege of Torquilstone](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxx) Coordinates defense with De Bracy, scorns surrender, and remains resolute despite the siege. ### [XXXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxi) Attempts to abduct Rebecca amidst the chaos. ### [Chapter XXXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxv) The Templar knight holding Rebecca; mentioned in Prior Aymer's letter as being bewitched by her. ### [Chapter XXXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxvi) Furious at Rebecca's rejection; torn between love and ambition; ultimately decides to abandon her. ### [The Trial of Rebecca](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxvii) The Templar knight who is visibly tormented and remains silent when Rebecca appeals to him. ### [Chapter XXXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxviii) Named as the Templar's champion in the trial by combat. ### [Chapter XXXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxix) Bois-Guilbert is torn between his desire for Rebecca and his fear of dishonor, ultimately choosing to proceed with the trial despite his internal conflict. ### [XLIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xliii) Offers Rebecca escape; reluctantly fights Ivanhoe; falls mysteriously in the lists. ### [Chapter XLIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xliv) Dies during the combat, struck down by Heaven; his body is left to Ivanhoe's will. ### [Endnotes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/endnotes) Mentioned in the context of the Templars' use of African slaves, defended by the author as plausible. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/characters/brian_de_bois_guilbert - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/characters