Ywain the Bastard facts for kids

Ywain the Bastard, also called Ywain the Adventurous, was a knight from the tales of King Arthur. He was the son of King Urien of Gore. Ywain the Bastard became a brave Knight of the Round Table. People sometimes confused him with his half-brother, who was also named Sir Ywain.

Who Was Ywain the Bastard?

Ywain the Bastard is a character from the famous stories of King Arthur. These stories tell about knights, magic, and adventure. Ywain was known for his bravery and his skills as a knight. He was an important part of the legendary Round Table.

His Family and Name

Ywain the Bastard was the son of King Urien. King Urien ruled a place called Gore in the Arthurian legends. Ywain had a special nickname, "the Adventurous," because he was always ready for new challenges. It was common for knights in these stories to have unique names or titles.

Joining the Round Table

The Round Table was a group of the best knights in King Arthur's court. These knights were known for their courage and loyalty. Ywain the Bastard earned his place among them. Being a Knight of the Round Table meant he was one of the most respected warriors. He took part in many quests and adventures.

Ywain's Other Names

Sometimes, Ywain the Bastard is confused with another knight. This other knight was his half-brother, who was also named Sir Ywain. In the old stories, it was not unusual for characters to share names. This could sometimes make it tricky to tell them apart. However, Ywain the Bastard had his own unique adventures and reputation.

Images for kids

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  Piety: The Knights of the Round Table about to Depart in Quest of the Holy Grail by William Dyce (1849)

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  The attributed arms of "Herec le fils Lac"

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  The attributed arms of "Exclabor ly Viescovtiens"

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  Giflet throwing Excalibur into the lake in a 1470 illustration for the 13th-century romance La Mort du roi Arthur

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  The attributed arms of "Lucam le Bouteillier"

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  The attributed arms of "Mellienderis"

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  The attributed arms of "Securades"

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  Tristan and Segwarides (1912)

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  The attributed arms of Yvain the Bastard

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  Le Morte d'Arthur scene of Guinevere with some of her unarmed knights before they are ambushed by Maleagant, as depicted in Queen Guinevere's Maying by John Collier