Characteristics of a Romance Medieval romance Medieval hero Chivalry Courtly Love

Characteristics of Medieval Romance Adventures of knights and the code of chivalry Settings-not realistic--castles--gardens-forests Contain mysterious, magical, supernatural events Hero/heroine is braver, nobler, more honorable Hero/heroine conceals his/her identity Hero/heroine motivated by romantic love Pits forces of good against forces of evil A challenge or quest for the hero A woman is used as temptation to pull heroes from goal Ends in triumph of good over evil.

Medieval Hero Son of royalty--king, lord Mysterious birth Superior human abilities Mentor Sidekick Quest Love interest Series of losses before ultimate victory

Code of Chivalry Fight bravely and courageously Defeat your enemies Help friends in trouble Fight fairly Associate w/honorable people Be loyal Protect others Keep your word Be truthful

Courtly Love Medieval concept of love with a demanding set of rules Knight chose one lady to serve faithfully, performing noble deeds for her sake IDEAL courtly love was CHASTE Knight’s chosen lady was often married, therefore unattainable.

Arthur-King of the Britains Son of Uther Pendragon and Lady Igraine--Uther’s deception. Raised by Merlin/Sir Ector Pulled sword from stone Received Excalibur from Lady of the Lake Founded Camelot and Code of Chivalry Round Table

Arthur-King of the Britains Called together knights to protect/serve “Might FOR Right” Best friend to Launcelot Husband to Guinevere Father/uncle to Mordred “The Once and Future King”