Armand d'Aquitaine

Duke Armand was a younger brother of the last Duke of Aquitaine and never expected to inherit. As a Knight Errant, he was famed for both his recklessness and his luck, and he refused all offers of a fief until King Louen himself offered a place in the royal household. Again, Armand distinguished himself with feats of valour, most notably slaying the Bestigor Darmal the Crooked in single combat. Many expected him to be given a barony and probably appointed Marquis.

Instead, after only two years, he set off to seek the Grail. He quested in disguise and has not spoken of his activities since his return. A few minstrels are trying to piece his movements together, but he is not the only Questing Knight to hide his identity. Armand is one the youngest Knights ever to become a Grail Knight having gone on the Quest directly after his errand of Knighthood and relinquishing all claim to the dukedom of Aquitaine held by his elder brother. On his return as a Grail Knight, he was made the Standard Bearer of Bretonnia. The position suited him perfectly.

The Battle Standard Bearer of Bretonnia is always a Knight of exceptional valour because he has the honour of carrying the sacred Battle Standard of Bretonnia. The standard depicts the Lady of the Lake herself and it is claimed that this is the very same banner that was carried by Gilles le Breton over a thousand years ago. Armand d'Aquitaine won the honour of bearing this holy and venerable banner by beating all the other contending Knights in the great Tournament of Couronne. Armand guards the banner night and day in the Grail Chapel of Couronne and sleeps upon the threshold with his shield as a pillow.

Three years ago, the Duke of Aquitaine died, and by royal command, Armand was declared heir to the position. He is still finding his feet as an administrator; he has a strong desire to salve problems personally and martially.

Magic Items

 * Banner of the Lady (Magic Standard) - This banner was first carried by Gilles le Breton himself who rode to victory under the Lady's benevolent gaze, instilling fear of Her wrath into his enemies. It was blessed by the Lady of the Lake herself and bears her image.

Source

 * Warhammer Armies: Bretonnia (8th Edition)
 * Page 119

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