Chivalry is defined as the qualities idealized by knighthood, such as bravery, courtesy, honor, and gallantry toward women. The Chivalric code was developed by King Arthur and his knights in order to resolve problems in an honorable and respectful manner. Throughout Le Morte d'Arthur, it is very simple to distinguish the following of the chivalric code between King Arthur and Pellinore. Though King Arthur established the code, Pellinore is the ideal chivalric knight. King Arthur …showed first 75 words of 331 total…

…showed last 75 words of 331 total…Arthur needed the help of Merlin so that he wouldn't get killed; this proves that Arthur does not follow the chivalric code. Pellinore is the ideal chivalric knight he displays bravery, courtesy, and honor at all times. Arthur at times displays acts of chivalry, but throughout the story he showed that he wasn't a true chivalric knight. He jeopardized his knights future, was disrespectful in the joust, and he needed Merlin to help him win.