# Wilfred of Ivanhoe — Ivanhoe character guide > Wilfred of Ivanhoe in Ivanhoe by Walter Scott. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Ivanhoe, Sir Wilfred, the Disinherited Knight, Knight of Ivanhoe **First appearance:** 0004-i ## Snapshot Disinherited by his own father for loving the wrong woman and serving the wrong king, he returns from crusade in disguise to fight for Richard's cause and Rowena's hand. ## Who they are Wilfred of Ivanhoe is a Saxon knight torn between his father's nationalist ambitions and his own loyalty to King Richard, a division that costs him his inheritance and his place at home. Wounded and anonymous, he competes in the tournament at Ashby and later faces trial by combat, his body and reputation both at risk. His devotion to Rowena and his stubborn integrity make him the novel's moral center, even as he lies bleeding while others fight over what he represents. ## In the story ### [Ivanhoe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/ivanhoe) Mentioned as the disinherited son of Cedric, returning in disguise to participate in the tournament. ### [Chapter V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/v) Mentioned as the sixth knight at Acre; his honor is defended by the Palmer and Rowena. ### [Chapter VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/vi) Mentioned by the Palmer and Lady Rowena; said to be returning from Palestine, thinner and darker, with care on his brow. ### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/viii) Enters the lists as the mysterious Disinherited Knight, challenging Bois-Guilbert. ### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/ix) The Disinherited Knight who wins the tournament and remains incognito, refusing to raise his visor. ### [The Disinherited Knight's Generosity and Isaac's Lament](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/x) As the Disinherited Knight, he shows chivalry and generosity, refusing ransom from Bois-Guilbert and distributing wealth to attendants. ### [Chapter XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xi) Referred to as the Disinherited Knight, his victories at the tournament and his enmity with Brian de Bois-Guilbert are discussed by the outlaws. ### [Chapter XII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xii) Revealed as the Disinherited Knight; collapses from a wound after receiving the chaplet. ### [XIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xiii) Revealed as the Disinherited Knight; severely wounded and removed from the lists; Prince John orders his physician to attend him. ### [XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xv) Mentioned by Fitzurse as an example of a broken and beggared crusader returning from Palestine. ### [Chapter XVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xviii) Mentioned as the cause of Cedric's disappointment, having appeared at the tournament and winning Rowena's love. ### [XXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxiii) Ivanhoe is mentioned as the wounded champion lying in the castle, whose life is used as leverage by De Bracy against Rowena. ### [XXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxviii) Wounded and bedridden; impatient to recover and inquires about Cedric, Rowena, and Prince John; promises reward for Rebecca's healing. ### [XXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxix) Wounded and imprisoned, yearns to join the battle, defends chivalry, and expresses admiration for the Black Knight. ### [XXXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxi) Wounded and a prisoner, he is rescued by the Black Knight. ### [XXXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxii) Not directly present in this chapter; his name is not mentioned in the excerpts. ### [Chapter XXXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxviii) Sought by Isaac and Rabbi Ben Samuel as a potential champion for Rebecca. ### [Chapter XXXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xxxix) Ivanhoe is mentioned as one of the few knights capable of matching Bois-Guilbert in combat, but is unable to bear his armor. ### [XL](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xl) Wounded but recovering at Saint Botolph's Priory; insists on following the Black Knight despite the Prior's protests. ### [XLI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xli) Arrives on the Prior of Botolph's palfrey, astonished by the scene of battle and Richard's company. He counsels Richard against reckless adventures but submits to the king's will. ### [XLII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xlii) Ivanhoe is reconciled with his father but vanishes after a secret meeting with a Jew. ### [XLIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xliii) Arrives as Rebecca's champion despite his wounds and exhausted horse; challenges Bois-Guilbert and falls in the charge. ### [Chapter XLIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/xliv) Victor in the trial by combat, he spares Bois-Guilbert's weapons and corpse, and speaks with King Richard and the Earl of Essex. ### [Endnotes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/chapters/endnotes) Referenced in the context of the novel's themes and the author's return to the stage. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/characters/ivanhoe - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/ivanhoe_se/characters