Richard the Red

Ralph of Upmeads

Richard the Red is a steadfast companion and fellow knight to Ralph, sharing adventures and mutual respect.

Ursula

Richard the Red is a loyal friend to Ursula, protecting her and supporting her alongside Ralph.

Ralph of Upmeads

Richard the Red is a steadfast companion and fellow knight to Ralph, sharing adventures and mutual respect.

Ralph of Upmeads

Richard the Red is a steadfast companion and fellow knight to Ralph, sharing adventures and mutual respect.

Ursula

Richard the Red is a loyal friend to Ursula, protecting her and supporting her alongside Ralph.

Ursula

Richard the Red is a loyal friend to Ursula, protecting her and supporting her alongside Ralph.

The Sundering of the Ways

The squire assigned to Blaise, described as somewhat stricken in years, wise, fierce, and doughty in arms.

VII: The Maiden of Bourton Abbas

Referenced as the master and friend under whose guard the tavern sign of the Nicholas is placed.

XIV: What Ralph Heard of the Matters of the Burg of the Four Friths

Not present in this chapter.

How Ralph Departed from the Burg of the Four Friths

Mentioned among the men called out from the grange during the skirmish.

An Adventure in the Wood

Not present in this chapter.

XXIV: Supper and Slumber in the Woodland Hall

Referred to as the Knight of the Sun; he is moody, conflicted, and warns Ralph to depart before it is too late.

Book II: The Road Unto Trouble

A companion or guide who appears in the early part of the journey.

I: Ralph Meets with Love in the Wilderness

Mentioned as the tall captain of the Dry Tree, brother of the baron who pursued the Lady.

XII: Ralph Falleth in with Friends and Rideth to Whitwall

Richard is with Blaise, armed well and knightly; he expresses joy at seeing Ralph and fetches a horse for him to ride.

XIII: Richard Talketh with Ralph Concerning the Well at the World’s End. Concerning Swevenham

Richard, old and wise, loves Ralph much and plans to go to Swevenham alone to seek out tales of the Well at the World's End.

XIV: Ralph Falleth in with Another Old Friend

Richard accompanies Ralph to Blaise's booth and engages in conversation with Clement about the Dry Tree champions.

Ralph Dreams a Dream or Sees a Vision

Informs Ralph that on the morrow he will find his old friends of Swevenham in the Market.

XVI: Of the Tales of Swevenham

Richard returns from Swevenham with stories of those who sought the Well, including a recent encounter with a woman wearing a chaplet of gems.

XVII: Richard Bringeth Tidings of Departing

Brings tidings of departure, shares his thoughts on Ralph's quest, and provides a horse and gear.

XVIII: Ralph Departeth from Whitwall with the Fellowship of Clement Chapman

Bids farewell to Ralph at the gates, sad at heart for the sundering.

A Battle in the Mountains

Not explicitly mentioned in this chapter; excluded.

Book III: The Road to the Well at the World’s End

A loyal friend who provides counsel and support to Ralph.

XIII: They Come to Whitwall Again

Richard the Red meets Ralph in Whitwall, shares news of Blaise and Walter the Black's death, and decides to ride with Ralph to Upmeads.

XIV: They Ride Away from Whitwall

Advises on the shorter road and whispers privately to Ralph about the path's history.

XV: A Strange Meeting in the Wilderness

Richard is talkative and helps slay the wild-man. He confirms they are heading to the Castle of Abundance.

XVI: They Come to the Castle of Abundance Once More

Rides with the party and suggests a camping spot, unaware of its significance to Ralph.

XVII: They Fall in with That Hermit

Travels with Ralph; urges Roger to join the adventure.

XVIII: A Change of Days in the Burg of the Four Friths

Comments on the folk's trust in peace and the need for watchfulness; accompanies Ralph to the Flower de Luce.

Ralph Sees Hampton and the Scaur

Starts at the sound of the horn and half draws his sword, but is calmed by the Sage.

XX: They Come to the Gate of Higham by the Way

Rides with Ralph to the barriers, bareheaded and with sheathed sword.

Talk Between Those Two Brethren

One of Ralph's companions; lodges with Ralph and Ursula in the headman's house.

XXII: An Old Acquaintance Comes from the Down Country to See Ralph

Richard accompanies Ralph on the midnight patrol and is present when the shepherd arrives.

They Ride to Bear Castle

Called by Ralph to help rouse the men and prepare for the ride.

XXIV: The Folkmote of the Shepherds

Takes a half score of champions and rides ahead to scout the road.

XXIX: They Go Down to Battle in Upmeads

Leads the vanguard with a half score of Champions; waves his sword on the brow of the hill.

Ralph Brings Ursula Home to the High House

Provides his house for Ursula's preparation and a white palfrey for her riding.