Gawain is my favorite knight of the round, I heard him described as someone who isn't perfect but always does his best, and is rewarded for that. His anger towards Lancelot was justified if not handled in the best way, I know if someone killed my younger brother I would be out for blood too.
Gawain is my favorite knight of the round table. I hate the later depictions of him, you're definitely right in saying that they were clearly only made to make Lancelot look better. I was heartbroken that David Lowery's film, The Green Knight, decided to continue with the slander of his character
7:40: "Gawain is blamed for his irreligion" Gawain in _Sir Gawain and the Green Knight_ : Literally has a picture of the Virgin Mary painted on the inside of his shield.
Yeah, its yet another testament to his Humility and Righteousness. Being able to forgive someone who murdered your family in pursuit of his own lustful affair, that would be beyond most people.
Gawain has always been my favorite. Best big brother a man could ask for. I found this video by looking for a video about Gawain and horses. He is noted to be often depicted next to a horse in artwork. He's said to have a horse named Gringolet/Guingalet/spelling wasn't invented yet. I read Gerald Morris' whole series and it was great. One of my favorite series.
Sir Gawain: The head of the Orkney clan, the brothers hailing from the northern regions of Britain and nephew of Arthur being the eldest son of his sister, Morgause. Is considered to be the physically strongest of the Knights due to his armor granting him power in conjunction to the sun's position. He's a hot-headed, combative, tenacious man who holds loyalty in high regard (giving loyalty and expects loyalty in return).
I also know him as "Knight of the Sun". It's what he is known as in the Fate series, as a representation of his time-based power up. In this retelling, it's called "numeral of the saint" and the explanation is not about his baptism but it still is holy in nature. It's also interesting to note that he is portrayed there as both a strict, loyal and well-spoken paragon AND a ruthless and violent trash-talker to those he views as unworthy. I really like him though, as his second nature comes out as a consequence of being (too) honest and true about his beliefs.
@@ParryThis Let me warn you though... King Arthur is a woman in that series, and so are some other mythological or historical figures. I'm not a fan of all of them to be honest but, while they look a ton of artistic liberties for "appealing" reasons (for better or worse), I do think the characterizations for the most part are pretty good! It's not everyone's cup of tea, but for me it was a compass to re-discover old legends and see what's faithful and what's different!
One thing I like about Gawain is that, like King Arthur and (sometimes) Lancelot, his Sword has a name: "Galatine". Apparently, it was given to him by the Lady of the Lake and may or may not have been connected to the strength he gained from the Sun, but since I found this info on the internet, there's a chance that I could be completely wrong. Regardless, I've always liked the idea of weapons with names and potential magical properties.
I like looking at Gawain and Lancelot both as the most three dimensional of all the Round Table Knights. Gawain is complex, undeniably. A man of great moral character and compassion, yet ultimately and fundamentally human. Irreligious, hot-headed, temperamental and a bit of a braggart (what other man would step forward to take the Green Knight's challenge?) but strong, faithful and loyal. Deeply compassionate and driven, but someone who is defined by struggle. His father, after all, is Lot of Orkney and Lothian, a right rotter and clear believer of "Might Makes Right" as a principle. He was after all, the man that raised Agravaine, and Gawain's own mother in many versions, Morgause, was perfectly happy to seduce a boy in order to create an heir for a political tool. Yet always he has Arthur - the man he changes sides for, that he happily leaps to the defense of, whom fills his eyes with stars, speaking of a better world. A moral compass to direct himself by. Gawain struggles - in some versions of early tales even acting outright misogynistic - and his marquee story itself upholds the notion that he is not perfect; that he doesn't take things on faith or act without self interest or such things in mind. But Gawain's essential element is that he *tries*. Arthur charges him with the defense of women and he throws himself into it, wholeheartedly. He faces the Green Knight and is dubbed "Sir Gawain, the Almost-Perfect". He ever after tries to live up to Arthur's standards and not what his father would have wanted, and yet Agravaine is always there urging him to be just like him. While to look at Lancelot is to see a man challenged with excessive self-criticism that alternates with braggadocio. A man given to terrible melancholies as guilt and shame tear him to pieces, even as he is lifted up by the ennobling powers of love. A man who clearly buys his own hype of being "The Perfect Knight" yet has the secret inside that he knows he is truly far from perfect. A man Arthur and Gawain loved dearly, near more than any other, and yet one who could march straight forward into tragedy, knowing it would swallow them all if discovered, but spending each stolen day desperately hoping that it wouldn't, as torn himself between the two people he loves most in al the world as each of the others was themselves.
Gawain actually takes the Green Knight's challenge with extreme humility, not as a braggart whatsoever. His exact words (varying slightly by translation) are "I am the weakest, I know, and the feeblest of wit; and to tell the truth it would be the least loss in my life. I am only to praise forasmuch as you [Arthur] are my uncle; no other nobility than your blood know I in my body." His loyalty to Arthur is also a key motive for why he takes the challenge at all - Arthur was about to accept the challenge himself, since no one else had dared to, and only *then* does Gawain ask to be allowed to do it instead, sparing Arthur from the danger.
Never would have thought Gawain would be a inspiration for Aragorn, but you points and the fact that Tolkien was a fan of the Arthurian Legends and did write a version of Gawain and the Green Knight. It is a shame that he got his position usurped by Lancelot and other knights, especially when it did "uglified" his character. But I'm not surprised as that is not the only example of colonialism that was inflicted on the British Isle thanks to the French at the time. Which also ironic since the French reviving and embellishing on the Arthurian Legends was seen by themselves as a way of saving the Arthurian tradition that was neglected under the rule of the Saxons. In the Epic Fantasy story I'm working on, Gawain mainly serves as the inspiration for a character who is my protagonists' son, though whether by blood or adoption I'm still considering. This character is definitely more inspired by the nobler, pre-French version of Gawain, being a strong and chivalrous warrior who eager to follow in his fathers' footsteps and prove himself as a son. He also has Gawain's trait of being a "ladies' man", being courteous (if still a big flirt) and a fierce protector/champion of them. He dose have a temper, but again, unlike the French version of Gawain, he does not just murder willy nilly or be so brutal.
That is the way the character should be treated. The french defiled him to insult the Britons, so its good to see his character being restored in modern revival.
At around 00:17 seconds you begin to show a pan from left to right of a painting done in what I would call an illuminated style. Do you happen to know the name of the work?
He is not a classical component of the Arthurian legend. I believe Pyle might have created him, or co-opted a different character, Ywain the Bastard, and made him Gawain's brother. In any case, no, The accepted brothers of Gawain are Gaheris, Agravain, and Gareth, with Mordred being a half brother.
In The Once and Future King it is said at one point that the name Gawaine is a (then) modern iteration of the name Cuchulain, from Irish myth. Does anyone know if there is basis to that?
He is very polished P erfect courtier In The tale of the Grail by Chretien de Troyes he us represesented as having so light a hand that it heals it comferts the pain In The SIR Gawain and the Green Knight he is z petfect gentleman,gentle knight with power serving his hostess respectfully Laudable or ironic also Polyphonic these passages
In most versions of the stories, Gawain and his brothers were from Orkney, which at the time these stories were written and set was controlled by Norway despite being geographically Scottish. In that sense, would the other knights of the round table have considered Gawain and his brothers Norwegian?
I have never really been much into Manga. but i have seen a lot of work from Fate Grand Order. I do like the character bios for most of the knights that i have read from it.
is there anything that's ever mentioned about his siblings? I know Agravain was the one that found out about Lancalot and gwenevere's affair, and I think the other was a hellava jouster?
The most human, and greatest of the Knights, the others such as Lancelot are akin to demi-gods like Achilles. Lancelot is responsible for the fall of Camelot
Sir Gawaine has long been my absolute favorite character from Arthurian Literature. He is both a real human character, with flaws, but also a great hero and exemplar knight.
No, Sir Lancelot was at the Court of King Arthur for a split second before he immediately betrayed the king and banged his wife. Then later, led an army against King Arthur and cause the death of King Arthur and the downfall of Camelot.
Gawain is my favorite knight of the round, I heard him described as someone who isn't perfect but always does his best, and is rewarded for that. His anger towards Lancelot was justified if not handled in the best way, I know if someone killed my younger brother I would be out for blood too.
Gawain is my favorite knight of the round table. I hate the later depictions of him, you're definitely right in saying that they were clearly only made to make Lancelot look better. I was heartbroken that David Lowery's film, The Green Knight, decided to continue with the slander of his character
Watch again without blind passion.
7:40: "Gawain is blamed for his irreligion"
Gawain in _Sir Gawain and the Green Knight_ : Literally has a picture of the Virgin Mary painted on the inside of his shield.
My favorite hands down! When I was a kid and heard the story of him vs the Green Knight I was mesmerized!
Gawain is my favorite after watching Merlin and is probably my favorite character in anything
I dont know if I could have been as forgiving as Sir Gawain. After Lancelot killed two of my brothers, i dont think I would have forgiven him.
Yeah, its yet another testament to his Humility and Righteousness. Being able to forgive someone who murdered your family in pursuit of his own lustful affair, that would be beyond most people.
Gawain has always been my favorite. Best big brother a man could ask for.
I found this video by looking for a video about Gawain and horses. He is noted to be often depicted next to a horse in artwork. He's said to have a horse named Gringolet/Guingalet/spelling wasn't invented yet.
I read Gerald Morris' whole series and it was great. One of my favorite series.
Sir Gawain: The head of the Orkney clan, the brothers hailing from the northern regions of Britain and nephew of Arthur being the eldest son of his sister, Morgause. Is considered to be the physically strongest of the Knights due to his armor granting him power in conjunction to the sun's position. He's a hot-headed, combative, tenacious man who holds loyalty in high regard (giving loyalty and expects loyalty in return).
You didn't mention that Gawain was awarded the twin sword of Excalibur, Galatine.
You are correct. I unfortunately failed to mention that.
Sir Gawain was generally said to be the nephew of King Arthur. Gawain’s parents were King Lot of Orkney and Morgause.
This is true.
I also know him as "Knight of the Sun". It's what he is known as in the Fate series, as a representation of his time-based power up. In this retelling, it's called "numeral of the saint" and the explanation is not about his baptism but it still is holy in nature.
It's also interesting to note that he is portrayed there as both a strict, loyal and well-spoken paragon AND a ruthless and violent trash-talker to those he views as unworthy. I really like him though, as his second nature comes out as a consequence of being (too) honest and true about his beliefs.
That is interesting. I will have to look into this fate series, as i am not familiar with it.
@@ParryThis Let me warn you though... King Arthur is a woman in that series, and so are some other mythological or historical figures. I'm not a fan of all of them to be honest but, while they look a ton of artistic liberties for "appealing" reasons (for better or worse), I do think the characterizations for the most part are pretty good!
It's not everyone's cup of tea, but for me it was a compass to re-discover old legends and see what's faithful and what's different!
Thank you for this series! It’s much needed, Gawain was always my favorite since reading Chaucer’s Squire’s Tale as you mentioned as a young kiddo!
I was brought here by a book called "The buried giant". The name of your chanel brought a smile to my face. Farewell.
One thing I like about Gawain is that, like King Arthur and (sometimes) Lancelot, his Sword has a name: "Galatine". Apparently, it was given to him by the Lady of the Lake and may or may not have been connected to the strength he gained from the Sun, but since I found this info on the internet, there's a chance that I could be completely wrong.
Regardless, I've always liked the idea of weapons with names and potential magical properties.
I absolutely love your arthurian legends videos. They are so unique and interesting. Great work.
Glad you like them!
I just watched Excalibur. They should’ve listened to Gawain when he said Guinevere was no good
Lover of Faerie and truest of knights!
Anyone else here after seeing Gawain’s new movie?
And what movie would that be?
I like looking at Gawain and Lancelot both as the most three dimensional of all the Round Table Knights.
Gawain is complex, undeniably. A man of great moral character and compassion, yet ultimately and fundamentally human. Irreligious, hot-headed, temperamental and a bit of a braggart (what other man would step forward to take the Green Knight's challenge?) but strong, faithful and loyal. Deeply compassionate and driven, but someone who is defined by struggle. His father, after all, is Lot of Orkney and Lothian, a right rotter and clear believer of "Might Makes Right" as a principle. He was after all, the man that raised Agravaine, and Gawain's own mother in many versions, Morgause, was perfectly happy to seduce a boy in order to create an heir for a political tool. Yet always he has Arthur - the man he changes sides for, that he happily leaps to the defense of, whom fills his eyes with stars, speaking of a better world. A moral compass to direct himself by. Gawain struggles - in some versions of early tales even acting outright misogynistic - and his marquee story itself upholds the notion that he is not perfect; that he doesn't take things on faith or act without self interest or such things in mind. But Gawain's essential element is that he *tries*. Arthur charges him with the defense of women and he throws himself into it, wholeheartedly. He faces the Green Knight and is dubbed "Sir Gawain, the Almost-Perfect". He ever after tries to live up to Arthur's standards and not what his father would have wanted, and yet Agravaine is always there urging him to be just like him.
While to look at Lancelot is to see a man challenged with excessive self-criticism that alternates with braggadocio. A man given to terrible melancholies as guilt and shame tear him to pieces, even as he is lifted up by the ennobling powers of love. A man who clearly buys his own hype of being "The Perfect Knight" yet has the secret inside that he knows he is truly far from perfect. A man Arthur and Gawain loved dearly, near more than any other, and yet one who could march straight forward into tragedy, knowing it would swallow them all if discovered, but spending each stolen day desperately hoping that it wouldn't, as torn himself between the two people he loves most in al the world as each of the others was themselves.
Gawain actually takes the Green Knight's challenge with extreme humility, not as a braggart whatsoever. His exact words (varying slightly by translation) are "I am the weakest, I know, and the feeblest of wit; and to tell the truth it would be the least loss in my life. I am only to praise forasmuch as you [Arthur] are my uncle; no other nobility than your blood know I in my body."
His loyalty to Arthur is also a key motive for why he takes the challenge at all - Arthur was about to accept the challenge himself, since no one else had dared to, and only *then* does Gawain ask to be allowed to do it instead, sparing Arthur from the danger.
There’s an upcoming film ‘The Green Knight’ by A24 that looks stunning.
That is awesome. I can't wait to see it.
Yeah they turned him into an Indian though, kinda strange given the source material.
I was not a fan tbh
He is my favorite too
A fellow man of quality.
He is also my favorite and I wish there were some more people who knew him
You shoupd also do some videos that go into specific stories or battles. That would be cool.
I agree, that would be cool. I will have to add that to my list.
Never would have thought Gawain would be a inspiration for Aragorn, but you points and the fact that Tolkien was a fan of the Arthurian Legends and did write a version of Gawain and the Green Knight.
It is a shame that he got his position usurped by Lancelot and other knights, especially when it did "uglified" his character. But I'm not surprised as that is not the only example of colonialism that was inflicted on the British Isle thanks to the French at the time. Which also ironic since the French reviving and embellishing on the Arthurian Legends was seen by themselves as a way of saving the Arthurian tradition that was neglected under the rule of the Saxons.
In the Epic Fantasy story I'm working on, Gawain mainly serves as the inspiration for a character who is my protagonists' son, though whether by blood or adoption I'm still considering. This character is definitely more inspired by the nobler, pre-French version of Gawain, being a strong and chivalrous warrior who eager to follow in his fathers' footsteps and prove himself as a son. He also has Gawain's trait of being a "ladies' man", being courteous (if still a big flirt) and a fierce protector/champion of them. He dose have a temper, but again, unlike the French version of Gawain, he does not just murder willy nilly or be so brutal.
That is the way the character should be treated. The french defiled him to insult the Britons, so its good to see his character being restored in modern revival.
I think the Fate series had did him well. He seems very nice and relatable.
Agreed. I prefer when he is viewed as he originally was.
Not gonna lie i'm here trying to understand the background of Four Knights of Apocalypse manga. Thanks for the insight!
Seams like that has brought a lot of people to these videos.
At around 00:17 seconds you begin to show a pan from left to right of a painting done in what I would call an illuminated style.
Do you happen to know the name of the work?
True Knight
Gawain is just a bro ya know.
He is the bro.
Is Sir Ewaine in any other King Arthur story apart from Howard Pyle's King Arthur series? He is, I believe, the brother of Sir Gawain.
He is not a classical component of the Arthurian legend. I believe Pyle might have created him, or co-opted a different character, Ywain the Bastard, and made him Gawain's brother. In any case, no, The accepted brothers of Gawain are Gaheris, Agravain, and Gareth, with Mordred being a half brother.
Tolkien said he wanted to give Britain unifying Legends.
How come he ignored what was already there????
Because most of the original stories were lost and the new ones are just fan fiction made by the french.
In The Once and Future King it is said at one point that the name Gawaine is a (then) modern iteration of the name Cuchulain, from Irish myth. Does anyone know if there is basis to that?
There aare a number of characters that Gawaine is said to be based on. This is one of the theories.
He is very polished P erfect courtier In The tale of the Grail by Chretien de Troyes he us represesented as having so light a hand that it heals it comferts the pain In The SIR Gawain and the Green Knight he is z petfect gentleman,gentle knight with power serving his hostess respectfully Laudable or ironic also Polyphonic these passages
In most versions of the stories, Gawain and his brothers were from Orkney, which at the time these stories were written and set was controlled by Norway despite being geographically Scottish. In that sense, would the other knights of the round table have considered Gawain and his brothers Norwegian?
If I remember correctly the name Gavin is a Scottish variation of the name Gawain.
Yo Gawain the empire is pretty chill maybe you can like join it or something
A compelling argument to be sure, i am sure the good Sir Gawain will take that under consideration.
I love Gawain in “fate grand order”
I have never really been much into Manga. but i have seen a lot of work from Fate Grand Order. I do like the character bios for most of the knights that i have read from it.
is there anything that's ever mentioned about his siblings? I know Agravain was the one that found out about Lancalot and gwenevere's affair, and I think the other was a hellava jouster?
Yes, i have videos about each of them.
@@ParryThis will there be one for Agravaine?
The most human, and greatest of the Knights, the others such as Lancelot are akin to demi-gods like Achilles. Lancelot is responsible for the fall of Camelot
Sir Gawaine has long been my absolute favorite character from Arthurian Literature. He is both a real human character, with flaws, but also a great hero and exemplar knight.
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Excalibur Galatine
Not accepted in all arthurian circles, but i like the galatine story.
The series Merlin is very different from real Arthurian legends
Yeah, thats about as pop tv as Arthurian adaptations go.
I thought Lancelot was his most loyal knight 🔥🔥
No, Sir Lancelot was at the Court of King Arthur for a split second before he immediately betrayed the king and banged his wife. Then later, led an army against King Arthur and cause the death of King Arthur and the downfall of Camelot.
@@ParryThis yeah I knew that he banged 🤣🤣his wife Guinevere
I heard he changed gender after getting charm by loli goddess 😂
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