risk their lives for King Arthur. Some of the most popular knights included Sir Bon, Sir Ector, Sir Gareth, Sir Kay, Sir Lancelot, Sir Gawain, Sir Ywain, Sir Palomides, Sir Galahad, and Sir Perceval. Sir Mordred was Knight 5 popular but was considered an evil knight. (Ackerman. Excalibur, 495) Sir Lancelot was Arthur's favorite knight until his affair with Guinevere. Because of his skill and bravery during battle, he was the bravest and most respected of all the knights. But his affair with Arthur's wife was his downfall. (Ackerman. Lancelot, 58) Sir Galahad was Lancelot's son. (Lancelot 1) After fleeing Camelot because of his troubles with Arthur, Lancelot evaded being caught and eventually sought refuge in France. Arthur went to find him but had to return to Camelot when Mordred took over the kingdom. After Arthur was killed, Lancelot went back to Camelot and became a priest. (Ackerman. Lancelot, 58) Sir Gawain was Arthur's nephew. Sir Gawain was known for his bravery and his romanticism. He showed the highest ideals of chivalry. He was said to be the most genuine and honest of all the knights and was very popular with the ladies. Sir Gawain was also a trusted friend of King Arthur. (Gawain 1) In the time of King Arthur, the Holy Grail was very special. It was believed to be the cup from which Jesus Christ drank from at the Last Supper. (The Holy Grail 1) All knights tried to reach a level of purity to be able to drink from the Holy Grail. Stories about The Grail claimed it was magical and would provide food or drink for anyone who used it. Legend stated that The Grail had been taken to Britain by a disciple of Christ. Three knights, including Sir Galahad, were sent to bring back The Grail. After finding the cup, but while still away from Camelot, Sir Galahad died. ...
