Lancelot's Duel

from A Story of Excalibur: Part I (FAWM 2019) by Ned Greenough

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A few months pass. Many battles have been fought and won. Arthur is close to achieving his goal of uniting the land. The only thing lying in his way is a crucial trade bridge owned by the lone knight, Lancelot. Arthur is forced to take the bridge by force in a duel with Lancelot. Lancelot has never once lost a duel before. Ultimately, Arthur defeats Lancelot. Expecting death, Lancelot is surprised when Arthur offers him his life if he helps join his cause now that the land has been united. Lancelot graciously accepts, and the two ride back to Camelot together as new found friends.

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Arthur:
Good evening sir, you are treading in my land
This trade bridge remains as the only piece left in the plan

Lancelot:
Then you’re a fool, this bridge is owned by I
If you best me in battle I will give what is rightfully mine

Arthur:
Prepare for death then, when Excalibur is drawn
I will beat any foe with this blade when destiny calls

Lancelot:
Ha! I AM LANCELOT!
I have never been bested by any foe that I have fought

Narrator:
There’s tension in the air as they stare each other down
Merlin tells Arthur,

Merlin:
It won’t be as easy this time around!

Narrator:
Arthur brings Excalibur in sight
It’s time for a fight

Lancelot:
You will never claim this land as your own
I am the ruler here, not some fool who drew a sword from a stone

Arthur:
Lancelot, You don’t understand what you say
May God have mercy when you meet your fate on this day

Lancelot:
My blood is flowing, I can’t believe I lost
I knew this day would come, but oh Lord, my God at what cost?

This is it now, my life is at its end
Run Excalibur through me to bring a final swift death

Arthur:
I refuse, you must join me my friend
All conflict is over since we have united the land
So please I insist
Come with me

Lancelot:
I would only serve the man that bested me
You’re a noble young king and I am grateful for thee
I accept your offer
Thank you glorious king

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from A Story of Excalibur: Part I (FAWM 2019), released February 28, 2019
Lancelot vocals by Joey Small.

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I write songs about wizards and rivers that kill people. I hope you like keyboards!

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