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King Bors of Gaul

King of Gaul and father of Sir Bors and Sir Lionel.

minor

Also known as King Bors, Bors

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King Bors of Gaul shows up with force in King Arthur Seeks Alliance with Kings Ban and Bors. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Along with King Ban, welcomes Arthur's messengers and pledges support.
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In King Arthur Seeks Alliance with Kings Ban and Bors: Along with King Ban, welcomes Arthur's messengers and pledges support. Later, in Of a dream of the King with the Hundred Knights: Joins King Ban in advising Arthur…

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  • Supporting and legendary figures
  • Central tragic figures
  • Royal and advisory figures

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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