Sir Palamedes, the Valiant Knight

“Knight of Love and Conflict: Sir Palamedes’ Epic Arthurian Quest!”

• Alias: The Saracen Knight
• Gender: Male
• Race: Human
• Occupation: Knight of the Round Table, Adventurer
• Religion: Christian
• Allies: Knights of the Round Table, King Arthur, Sir Lancelot, Sir Gawain
• Enemies: Sir Tristan (rival for Queen Isolde’s love), various foes in Arthurian legends
• Abode/Base of operations: Camelot
• Nationality: Saracen, later becomes a Knight of the Round Table in Arthurian legend
• Languages: Arabic,English, Latin
• Alignment: Lawful Good
• Affiliation(s): Knights of the Round Table
• Significant others: None (often associated with unrequited love for Queen Isolde)

Sir Palamedes, a Knight of the Round Table in the Arthurian legend, is a complex figure caught between love and conflict. Born a Saracen pagan, he later embraces Christianity, which becomes a central theme in his life. His relentless pursuit of unrequited love, particularly for Iseult, entangles him in a web of rivalry, tension, and redemption.

As a valiant knight, Palamedes fears not the battlefield nor the mightiest of adversaries. His true fear lies in the depths of his own heart, where the flames of his passion for Iseult rage unquenchable. He yearns for her affection, a desire that propels him into frequent conflicts with Tristan, the very man she loves. He is driven by a longing to win her love, even if it means challenging the boundaries of chivalry.

His pursuit of Iseult takes him to great tournaments, duels with Tristan, and perilous quests, painting a portrait of a knight grappling with his inner turmoil. Though he often falls short in his endeavors, he remains undeterred in his quest for love and honor. His ultimate achievement, the conversion to Christianity during the Grail Quest, grants him spiritual release from his worldly entanglements, symbolizing redemption and a departure from the cycles of rivalry and longing.

In the Arthurian tapestry of love, conflict, and chivalry, Sir Palamedes represents the eternal struggle to reconcile the desires of the heart with the principles of knighthood, forging a legacy as a knight who persevered against all odds for love and redemption.

Sir Palamedes

Medium humanoid (human), lawful good

Armor Class 17 (chainmail)

Hit Points 162 (19d8 + 76) Speed 30 ft.

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
18 (+4)	14 (+2)	18 (+4)	12 (+1)	16 (+3)	16 (+3)

Saving Throws Wis +7, Cha +7 Skills Athletics +8, Insight +7, Perception +7 Senses passive Perception 17 Languages Common, Celestial Challenge 12 (8,400 XP)

Background Feature: Knightly Honor. He is renowned for his chivalry and honor. He can demand the respect and cooperation of those who admire such qualities.

Actions

Multiattack. He makes two melee attacks with his scimitar.

Scimitar. Melee Weapon Attack: +8 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 12 (1d6 + 4) slashing damage.

Jousting Charge (Recharge 5-6). Sir Palamedes makes a mounted attack with his lance. If the attack hits, it deals an extra 9 (2d8) piercing damage and the target must succeed on a DC 16 Strength saving throw or be knocked prone.

Knightly Challenge. Sir Palamedes chooses a creature within 60 feet that can see and hear him. The target must make a DC 16 Wisdom saving throw or have disadvantage on attack rolls against targets other than Sir Palamedes and can’t willingly move away from him. This effect lasts for 1 minute or until he is incapacitated or dies.

Reactions

Parry. He adds 4 to his AC against one melee attack that would hit him. To do so, Sir Palamedes must see the attacker and be wielding a melee weapon.

Legendary Actions Sir Palamedes can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. Only one legendary action option can be used at a time and only at the end of another creature’s turn. Sir Palamedes regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.

• Move. He moves up to his speed without provoking opportunity attacks.
• Lance Attack. He makes a lance attack.
• Chivalrous Protection (Costs 2 Actions). Sir Palamedes challenges a creature within 30 feet. Until the start of his next turn, Sir Palamedes imposes disadvantage on attack rolls against the target, and the target can’t make opportunity attacks against creatures other than Sir Palamedes.

Equipment. Chainmail, scimitar, lance, noble’s outfit, knightly emblem, and a healing potion.

Magic Item. Palamedes’ Shield of Chivalry (Shield)

While wielding this shield, Sir Palamedes gains a +2 bonus to AC. The shield has 4 charges. Sir Palamedes can expend 1 charge to cast the Shield spell as a reaction when he is hit by an attack. The shield regains 1d4 expended charges daily at dawn.

Roleplaying Notes. Sir Palamedes is the epitome of chivalry and honor. He seeks to uphold the ideals of knighthood and defend the innocent. His unrequited love for Iseult has led to conflicts but also a deeper understanding of the complexities of the human heart. He is a formidable opponent in battle, driven by a sense of duty and honor. His code of conduct is unwavering, and he always strives to do what is right, even in the face of adversity.

Currently in the World

Sir Palamedes stands tall, his well-built frame emanating an aura of strength and chivalry. His piercing brown eyes reveal a deep sense of determination and honor. He sports a neatly trimmed beard and mustache, framing his strong jawline, and his thick, dark hair falls in loose waves to his shoulders.

Draped in shining chainmail, Sir Palamedes wears a surcoat adorned with the emblem of the Round Table. The surcoat is a rich shade of royal blue, symbolizing his loyalty to King Arthur. Over it, he bears the mantle of a knight, a deep crimson cape that flows behind him as he moves. At his side rests a splendid sword, its hilt adorned with intricate engravings, a testament to his prowess in combat.

Currently, Sir Palamedes is engaged in training exercises with fellow knights in the lush training grounds of Camelot. The sun casts a warm glow upon the scene, and the air is filled with the clashing of blades and the laughter of comrades. His mood is one of determination and camaraderie, his heart filled with the noble ideals of chivalry and the pursuit of honor.