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Lady of the Lake. Other names she goes by are Vivien, Vivienne, Niniane or Nimue. Physical/Personal traits. Guide and Protecterss Ghostly spirit known as the white lady Complex character drawn from many traditions- old Celtic water deities - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Lady of the LakeOther names she goes by are Vivien,
Vivienne, Niniane or Nimue
Physical/Personal traitsGuide and Protecterss Ghostly spirit known as the white ladyComplex character drawn from many
traditions- old Celtic water deities Found in sacred fountains, lakes, rivers, and
grottoes
Specific actionsGave king Arthur his magic sword ExcaliburFostered Lancelot. Trained him to be a
knight.Casted a spell on her former master,
depriving Camelot of its great protector.She seems to be more of a full-time body
guard than a guiding spiritShe saved the King from Morgan Le Fays
maids gift (tunic that was supposed to kill Arthur)
Allies and RivalsMerlin is one of the Lady of the Lakes alliesMorgan Le Fay is one of the Lady of the
Lakes rivals
RolesThe role that Lady of the Lake plays is
Arthur’s guardian spiritPresent on Avalon river during Arthur’s
death- to lead him to the after life.
She lives in a Magical Kingdom beneath the lake.
Spectacular magical structures of ivory and gold that glowed with light, could be found in caves far beneath a lake or a river, or in the waves of the sea.
What present-day character could you compare your Arthurian character with and whyOur parents could be compared to Lady of
the Lake because they are our present day guardians. They look out for our best intentions.