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Sir Gaheris

A knight of Orkney, brother to Gawaine and Mordred.

minor

Also known as Gaheris, Sir Gaheris

First appearance: How a Young Man Came into the Court of King Arthur and Was Named La Cote Male Taile

Sir Gaheris shows up with force in How King Arthur Rode to Carlion, and of His Dream, and How He Saw the Questing Beast. The page is where that presence becomes real.

One of the four sons of King Lot's wife who accompany her to Arthur's court.
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In How King Arthur Rode to Carlion, and of His Dream, and How He Saw the Questing Beast: One of the four sons of King Lot's wife who accompany her to Arthur's court. Later, in How Sir Tor was known for son of King…

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LTLucan the ButlerBABalanSASir AglovaleMLMorgan le FaySGSir GrifletSGSir Gaheris

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  • Central tragic figures
  • Supporting and legendary figures
  • Knights of conflict and loyalty

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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