Gorlois of Cornwall Timeline and Summary

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Gorlois of Cornwall Timeline and Summary

  • Gorlois meets Merlin and Cadal as they leave Vortigern's court for Maridunum. Together, they learn news of Ambrosius' landing, and they ambush Vortigern's men on the road.
  • Gorlois fights on Ambrosius' "left" at the Battle of Kaerconan.
  • Gorlois supports Uther after Ambrosius' death and saves Uther's life through brilliant battle-planning.
  • Gorlois tries to defend his wife's honor by keeping King Uther out of Ygraine's bed. He asks for Merlin's help with Uther.
  • Gorlois flees the coronation early and shuts his wife up in Tintagel. He takes an army into the field to await Uther.
  • Gorlois tries a surprise attack on Uther's camp and fails horribly. He is killed right away.