The prototype of Gawain appears under the name Gwalchmei in the earliest Welsh sources. He has subsequently appeared in many Arthurian tales in Welsh, Latin, French, English, Scottish, …

Dec 6, 2025 · Gawain, hero of Arthurian legend and romance. A nephew and loyal supporter of King Arthur, Gawain appeared in the earliest Arthurian literature as a model of knightly …

Sir Gawain, a central but often secondary figure in Arthurian legends, evolves from the quintessential knight of earlier tales to a complex character in later French romances. Once a …

May 10, 2024 · Explore the legendary life of Sir Gawain, King Arthur's noble nephew, known for his loyalty, valor, and the famous Green Knight encounter.

Gawain is variously portrayed by poets and romancers. Ofttimes, in English works especially, he is a chivalrous hero that endures and passes extreme tests like the one he undergoes in Sir …

In Geoffrey of Monmouth, Wace, and Layamon, we learn of Gawain's ancestry and relationship as nephew to Arthur (sister's son); his role as beloved counselor, representative of courtly …

Dec 16, 2025 · It’s a classic "damsel in distress" scenario, but with a twist – the "damsel" is doing most of the distressing, and Gawain is the one trying desperately not to break any vows or …

Gawain is the eldest son of Lot of Orkney and Morgause (though his mother is said to be Anna in Geoffrey of Monmouth). He is the nephew of King Arthur and one of his closest companions.

Gawain (/ɡəˈweɪn/; Welsh: [ˈɡawain]), also known as Gawaine or Gauwaine, among various other forms and spellings, is King Arthur's nephew and a Knight of the Round Table in the Arthurian …

Discover Sir Gawain, the brave and loyal knight of King Arthur’s Round Table, known for his honor, adventures, and role in legendary tales.