The Water of the Wondrous Isles · Character

Sir Aymeris

A knight of the Castle of the Quest charged with guarding Birdalone, warned to beware the Red Knight and to keep her well accompanied.

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Also known as Sir Aymeris, Quoth Sir Aymeris, V Sir Aymeris

First appearance: V: Sir Aymeris Showeth Birdalone the Mountains Afar Off

As a supporting figure in The Water of the Wondrous Isles, Sir Aymeris is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

The grizzle-haired castellan engages in friendly mockery with Birdalone and kisses her hands before parting.

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Aymeris belongs to the household that shelters Birdalone after her escape from the House under the Wood, and Arthur singles him out for the dangerous duty of her protection. Reivers and rovers lurk within a half-bowshot, and the Red Knight is named as a particular threat, so Aymeris's watchfulness stands between Birdalone and the violence that trails her. His presence in the hall and on the road keeps the early chapters taut with the sense that safety is borrowed, not owned.

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VIII: In the Meanwhile of the Departing of the Champions, They Would Pleasure Birdalone with Feats of Arms and Games of Prowess
The grizzle-haired castellan engages in friendly mockery with Birdalone and kisses her hands before parting.
IX: Birdalone Cometh Before the Champions in Her New Array
The castellan; swears to guard Birdalone as the apple of his eye and kneels to kiss her hands.
The Fourth Part: Of the Days of Abiding
Sir Aymeris is another champion, known for his strength and valor, who participates in the preparations and conversations at the castle.
II: Birdalone Learneth Lore of the Priest. Ten Days of Waiting Wear
Sir Aymeris goes forth to chaffer with weaponed men who come to sell beeves at the gate.
III: Now Would Birdalone Ride Abroad
Sir Aymeris, the castellan, is devoted to Birdalone's safety, refusing to let her ride unescorted despite her wishes, and is deeply smitten by her.
V: Sir Aymeris Showeth Birdalone the Mountains Afar Off
Sir Aymeris, the castellan, accompanies Birdalone on a ride to show her the mountains and warns her of the dangers of the Black Valley of the Greywethers.
VI: Birdalone Heareth Tell Tales of the Black Valley of the Greywethers
Mentioned as having knowledge of the valley; Birdalone recalls his words.
VII: Birdalone Beguileth the Priest to Help Her to Outgoing
Accompanies Birdalone on three rides, including to the knoll overlooking the Black Valley.
VIII: Birdalone Fares on Her Adventure
Mentioned as the one Leonard fears might punish him; Birdalone asks Leonard to wait three days before telling Sir Aymeris of her departure.
I: Of Sir Leonard’s Trouble and the Coming of the Quest
The castellan, focused on the returning boat, dismisses Leonard's urgent pleas.
II: Now Ask They of Birdalone, and Sir Leonard Speaks
Castellan who initially downplays Birdalone's absence, then joins the private council.
III: How They Follow the Slot of Birdalone and the Black Knight
Ordered by Arthur to arm two score of men and ride toward the Red Hold to beset the ways.
They Come Home to the Castle of the Quest
Sir Aymeris is grief-stricken over the loss of Sir Baudoin, but he kneels to Birdalone and comforts her, riding beside her on the journey home.
XI: Birdalone and the Black Squire Talk Together in the Hall of the Castle
Turns heartily to dighting the war against the Red Hold alongside the two knights.

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