Myths and Legends

395: Breton folklore: Darkest Knight

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Nov 27, 2024
Dive into a medieval Breton tale where romantic pursuits collide with deadly paternal protection. Discover the comedic struggles of a hermit turned dad and a knight facing a ferocious king in a jousting tournament. Unravel the complexities of a princess torn between love and duty, and meet the Ninmenju, a tree with a humorous yet dark twist! This blend of chivalric absurdity and mythical danger will leave you both entertained and intrigued.
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ANECDOTE

Overprotective King

  • A prince proposed to a princess, but the king insisted he fight him first.
  • This was the king's standard practice, due to his grief and fear over his wife's death in childbirth.
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Lost and Assaulted

  • The princess, wanting to marry, argued with her father about his overprotective nature.
  • She and her ladies got lost in the woods, and a magical knight appeared, assaulting her.
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Magical Assault

  • The knight magically orchestrated their separation.
  • He gave her a broken sword piece, instructing her to give it to their future son.
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