Questions tagged [arthurian]

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The legend of King Arthur is a collection of stories from the British Isles, spanning several centuries and attributable to many cultures. These stories have been treated in literature, television, and film, which is what this tag deals with.

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Where did King Arthur get his sword, Excalibur?

There are two different stories of how King Arthur received his sword, Excalibur. The first is that he pulled it out of an anvil or stone slab (and by doing so confirmed that he was the rightful king of the land). The second is that he received it…
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Does Ambrosius Aurelianus appear in Malory's version of King Arthur?

Ambrosius Aurelianus was a 5th century historical figure who defended Britain from Anglo-Saxon invaders. He plays a prominent role in the legends of King Arthur. He's often considered the elder brother of Arthur's father Uther Pendragon, or he's…
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Was "King Arthur & the Knights of the Round Table" released in English on DVD?

This show "King Arthur & the Knights of the Round Table" ("Entaku no Kishi Monogatari Moero Āsā"), was one of my favourties as a kid back in the 80s. Does anyone know if it was released in English on DVD?
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