Gorlois of Cornwall Timeline and Summary
MoreGorlois 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.