Le Morte d’Arthur · Character

Sir Safere

A Saracen knight, brother to Sir Palomides.

minor

Also known as Safere

First appearance: i

Sir Safere shows up with force in How Sir Dinadan told Sir Palomides of the battle between Sir Launcelot and Sir Tristam. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Brother of Sir Palomides, smitten down by Alisander at the tournament.

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Narrative arc

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

Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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How Sir Dinadan told Sir Palomides of the battle between Sir Launcelot and Sir Tristam
Mentioned as Palomides' brother.
How Sir Alisander won the prize at a tournament, and of Morgan le Fay: and how he fought with Sir Malgrin, and slew him.
Brother of Sir Palomides, smitten down by Alisander at the tournament.
Of the fourth day, and of many great feats of arms
Brother of Palomides; tells tidings of his mother and fights Sir Ector de Maris.
How Sir Palomides brought Sir Epinogris his lady; and how Sir Palomides and Sir Safere were assailed.
Brother of Palomides; fights Palomides over the lady before recognizing him.
How Sir Palomides and Sir Safere conducted Sir Epinogris to his castle, and of other adventures
Brother of Sir Palomides; fights alongside him but is found not guilty and released, parting with great sorrow.
How Sir Tristram departed unarmed and met with Sir Palomides
Mentioned as Palomides' brother who has been christened.
XIII
Fights alongside Launcelot's party, overthrowing many knights.
XVII
Brother of Palomides, also pledges to follow Launcelot.
How Sir Launcelot Passed Over the Sea
Made Duke of Landok by Launcelot.

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