Le Morte d’Arthur · Character
King Hermance
A slain king whose death is avenged by Palomides.
minor
Also known as Hermance
First appearance: i
King Hermance shows up with force in LXI. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The slain king of the Red City, betrayed by two knights he raised from childhood.
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In LXI: The slain king of the Red City, betrayed by two knights he raised from childhood. Later, in LXII: Slain by treason, his letter of…
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- Knights of conflict and loyalty
- Supporting and legendary figures
- Central tragic figures
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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