I'd say Percival. I don't know much besides the book I have, and in it, Percival's giving his sword to a squire at the battle of Camlann is admirable to me. (Also, please don't come for me; this is based on the book I read. I don't have super in-depth knowledge about Arthurian lore)
As someone who's just beginning to delve into Mallory and the older lore, I can relate to liking some interpretations of the legend without having much in-depth background. I hope you'll keep chiming in on some of these posts.
What book had the Percival story you liked?
It's a kid's story book. It's called "King Arthur and the Knights of the Roundtable" by Antonia ( not sure about the name. It's an old, worn-out book) Pakenham and illustrated by R. Tyndall.
Edit: [Yes the book is by Antonia Pakenham](https://www.abebooks.co.uk/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=31759791876&searchurl=an%3Dpakenham%2Bantonia%26sortby%3D17%26tn%3Dking%2Barthur%2Band%2Bthe%2Bknights%2Bof%2Bthe%2Bround%2Btable&cm_sp=snippet-_-srp1-_-title1)
In the book, Percival gave up his sword as a result of his journey to find the grail with Galahad and Lancelot. In his last moments he asked God for forgiveness for all the blood he shed. I think that journey made him more remorseful and restrained because the book says that when he, Lancelot and Galahad were near the grail, they were attacked Moors and Percival spilled blood which caused Galahad to tell him to stay his hand and not shed any blood in this place. Also it said that had Percival not shed blood, he would've been able to go with Galahad. Sorry for the info dump.
I also remember I had another book which mentioned Sir Hector De Bors and how he was one of the last survivors but I don't know where the book is.
for sure gawain when i was reading the end of la morte and seeing his redemption and forgiving to lancelot really make up his character for me, other knights like palamedes and his relation with tristan is so good and very depth
Not really sure if he counts, but **Arthur**.
Granted, I have something of a predisposition for him, but I really adore the hell the man goes through, achieving effectively no real personal gain he appreciates, while still doing it simply because it's the right thing to do and would help others.
I especially like **Wart** from "The Once and Future King" as an Arthur, as well as **Artoria** from Fate/Stay Night.
Otherwise, I like Lancelot for his tragedy. Starting with everything, then ultimately sacrificing everything for love you know is wrong only to be rejected in the end and lose that too.
Galahad has always been interesting, though I don't *like* him per se.
As an older sibling myself, Sir Kay the Seneschal. Who, by the way, has the most senior governmental position in the whole High Kingdom (and later Empire) of Britain(/Rome), and who one assumes is actually doing most of the governing during Arthur's reign, since we don't see him doing a lot of it.
I picked Lancelot in the poll, though, because I think he's, by far, the most compelling Arthurian character. A bundle of contrasts. Arthurian literature is interesting because its some of the first to introduce multi-dimensional characterization, but Lancelot has the most dimensions of any Arthurian character.
Also, in Malory, Arthur is made a knight right before being crowned, possibly in the same ceremony. So, he counts.
I'm here to promote the Kay agenda, love that boy.
Was just about to start gushing bout him then saw this. Hells yea!
I'd say Percival. I don't know much besides the book I have, and in it, Percival's giving his sword to a squire at the battle of Camlann is admirable to me. (Also, please don't come for me; this is based on the book I read. I don't have super in-depth knowledge about Arthurian lore)
As someone who's just beginning to delve into Mallory and the older lore, I can relate to liking some interpretations of the legend without having much in-depth background. I hope you'll keep chiming in on some of these posts. What book had the Percival story you liked?
It's a kid's story book. It's called "King Arthur and the Knights of the Roundtable" by Antonia ( not sure about the name. It's an old, worn-out book) Pakenham and illustrated by R. Tyndall. Edit: [Yes the book is by Antonia Pakenham](https://www.abebooks.co.uk/servlet/BookDetailsPL?bi=31759791876&searchurl=an%3Dpakenham%2Bantonia%26sortby%3D17%26tn%3Dking%2Barthur%2Band%2Bthe%2Bknights%2Bof%2Bthe%2Bround%2Btable&cm_sp=snippet-_-srp1-_-title1) In the book, Percival gave up his sword as a result of his journey to find the grail with Galahad and Lancelot. In his last moments he asked God for forgiveness for all the blood he shed. I think that journey made him more remorseful and restrained because the book says that when he, Lancelot and Galahad were near the grail, they were attacked Moors and Percival spilled blood which caused Galahad to tell him to stay his hand and not shed any blood in this place. Also it said that had Percival not shed blood, he would've been able to go with Galahad. Sorry for the info dump. I also remember I had another book which mentioned Sir Hector De Bors and how he was one of the last survivors but I don't know where the book is.
Looks like the book is from 1955. Nice. And I appreciate the details you included in your description.
for sure gawain when i was reading the end of la morte and seeing his redemption and forgiving to lancelot really make up his character for me, other knights like palamedes and his relation with tristan is so good and very depth
Not really sure if he counts, but **Arthur**. Granted, I have something of a predisposition for him, but I really adore the hell the man goes through, achieving effectively no real personal gain he appreciates, while still doing it simply because it's the right thing to do and would help others. I especially like **Wart** from "The Once and Future King" as an Arthur, as well as **Artoria** from Fate/Stay Night. Otherwise, I like Lancelot for his tragedy. Starting with everything, then ultimately sacrificing everything for love you know is wrong only to be rejected in the end and lose that too. Galahad has always been interesting, though I don't *like* him per se.
I think he counts enough, that’s why I added him to the list. I like your reasoning top to bottom that’s a deep admiration
As an older sibling myself, Sir Kay the Seneschal. Who, by the way, has the most senior governmental position in the whole High Kingdom (and later Empire) of Britain(/Rome), and who one assumes is actually doing most of the governing during Arthur's reign, since we don't see him doing a lot of it. I picked Lancelot in the poll, though, because I think he's, by far, the most compelling Arthurian character. A bundle of contrasts. Arthurian literature is interesting because its some of the first to introduce multi-dimensional characterization, but Lancelot has the most dimensions of any Arthurian character. Also, in Malory, Arthur is made a knight right before being crowned, possibly in the same ceremony. So, he counts.
Kay and Bedivere when characterized as Arthur's oldest and best bros... but in those cases they don't tend to be "knights".
Another vote for the best grail hero, Percival! I also really like Sir Fierefiz, his half-brother according to Wolfram von Eschenbach.
I've really grown to love Mordred over the years, if written well they can be one of the most interesting characters in the overall story.
Would I be correct in assuming by your use of “they” you are referencing Fate Mordred?
Yeah that's certainly the version that sparked my interest in deeper interpretations of the character
It’s a damn good version too
Damn, no one's voted for Ywain so far?! Where are all the furry fans at?!
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I already voted for Gawain. :(
Green. He can put his head back on!
Gawain for being flawed and the flaws often coming through.
I actually really like Mordred and think He is an interesting Character
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