Duke Gorlois

Duke Gorlois  was the lord of the duchy Cornwall. A reluctant vassal of King Uther Pendragon, he was loyal to the king's brother and predecessor but seemed wary of Uther.

Appearance and Personality
Duke Gorlois was a grizzled veteran of many fights, battles, and wars. He was the first from Cornwall to support Aurelius Ambrosius, who honoured Gorlois with this dukedom, and has since defended it from Irish raiders and Cornish plunderers.

Gorlois was noted for his loyalty to his beautiful wife and his tremendous personal courage. However, he was getting old and has suffered many wounds — his sword was sharp, but his arm was weak, which likely led to his death at the hands of Sir William at the battle of Terrabil in 491.

Family

 * Lady Ygraine: Wife. The most famed beauty in Britain, almost 30 years Gorlois' junior.
 * Sir Cador: Son and heir. Disappeared after the fall of Tintagel with a number of Cornish knights.
 * Lady Margawse: The eldest daughter, known for having inherited her mother's beauty. Married to King Lot of Lothian in 492.
 * Lady Elaine: The middle daughter, overshadowed by her two sisters. Married to King Nantres of Garloth in 492.
 * Lady Morgan: The youngest daughter, a strange child whose intelligence belies her years. Is rumored to have been promised to King Uriens of Gore.

485
Ignored the muster for the Battle of Mearcred Creek.

488
Ignored the muster for the Frankland invasion.

489
Almost fought against King Uther Pendragon in Somerset. Only the last minute display of Excalibur made Gorlois consider yielding - in exchange, Uther confirmed his position as Duke of the lands and promised no reprisals.

490
Took part in Battle of Lindsey, leading the left flank which was the first to break through the front lines and reach the Saxon camp and brought low the giant Saxon King Eosa. Was a "prisoner of courtesy" at London during King Uther's winter court - left during the night, offending Uther and prompting promises of reprisals from the King of Logres.

491
Led the army of Cornwall when Prince Madoc attacked Castle Terrabil on the command of his father, King Uther. Slew Prince Madoc in single combat but died at the hands of Sir Wiliam.