A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court by Mark Twain.
Hank Morgan
major
Also known as The Boss, Sir Boss, fair Sir Boss, the man, the stranger, my stranger, the curious stranger whom I am going to talk about, the Unknown
A 19th-century Yankee engineer transported back to Arthurian England, who becomes the king's chief minister.
Sandy
major
Also known as XV Sandy, the Demoiselle Alisande la Carteloise, Alisande
A young woman who becomes Hank's companion and later his wife, often accompanying him on adventures.
Clarence
supporting
Also known as Clarence I
A young page who becomes Hank's loyal assistant and right-hand man in modernizing Camelot.
Merlin
supporting
Also known as old Merlin, Brer Merlin, Now old Merlin, John W. Merlin
The court magician who becomes Hank's rival and chief antagonist in the medieval world.
King Arthur
supporting
Also known as Arthur, Art, Bessemers Ulsters King Arthur, Sir Arthur King, Sir Arthur
The legendary king of Camelot, who befriends Hank and travels incognito with him.
Sir Launcelot
supporting
Also known as Sir Launcelot of the Lake, Sir Launcelot du Lake, this Sir Launcelot, Launcelot, the great Sir Launcelot, Sir Launcelot Slew Two Giants
The greatest knight of the Round Table, known for his prowess and later his tragic love for Guenever.
Sir Kay
minor
Also known as Kay
Arthur's foster brother and seneschal, often portrayed as boastful and comedic.
Sir Sagramor
minor
Also known as Sir Sagramor Le Desiᴚous, Sagramor, the knight Sir Sagramor le Desirous, Sir Sagramor le Desirous
A knight who challenges Hank to a duel and becomes a key figure in the tournament.
Dowley
minor
Also known as brother Dowley, Brother Dowley
A blacksmith and freeman whom Hank debates about economics and social reform.
Sir Dinadan
minor
Also known as IV Sir Dinadan the Humorist, Sir Dinadan the Humorist
A knight known for his wit and humor, often providing comic relief.
Sir Mordred
minor
Also known as Mordred
Arthur's treacherous nephew who ultimately leads a rebellion against the king.
Queen Guenever
minor
Also known as Guenever
Arthur's queen, whose love for Launcelot contributes to the kingdom's downfall.
Morgan le Fay
minor
Also known as XVI Morgan le Fay, Morgan le Fay, Morgan, Mrs. le Fay
Arthur's sorceress sister who schemes against the king and Hank.
Marco
minor
Also known as Mrs. Marco, No Marco, Marcos, the Marcos, The Marcos
A peasant farmer who hosts Hank and Arthur during their incognito travels.
Sir Gawaine
minor
Also known as Sir Gawaine ware, Gawaine
A prominent knight of the Round Table, known for his strength and loyalty.
Sir Gareth
minor
Also known as Gareth
A knight of the Round Table, brother of Gawaine, known for his courtesy.
Sir Marhaus
minor
Also known as Marhaus
A knight of the Round Table who appears in tournaments and adventures.
Sir Dinadan the Humorist
minor
A knight known for his jokes and lighthearted demeanor at court.
La Cote Male Taile
minor
Also known as La Cote, La
A knight with a distinctive name who participates in the tournament.
Hugo
minor
A servant or minor character encountered during Hank's travels.
Sir Madok
minor
Also known as Sir Madok de la Montaine
A knight mentioned in the context of the Round Table.
Sir Ozana
minor
A knight of the Round Table with limited narrative presence.
Sir Uwaine
minor
Also known as Sir Uwaine le Blanchemains
A knight of the Round Table, son of Morgan le Fay.
Sir Bedivere
minor
A knight of the Round Table, often associated with Arthur's final battle.
Sir Breuse Sance Pite
minor
A knight known for his merciless nature, briefly mentioned.
Sir Ossaise
minor
Also known as Sir Ossaise of Surluse
A knight of the Round Table with a minor role.
Tom Jones
minor
Also known as Jones, brother Jones
A character from Hank's 19th-century life, briefly referenced.
Raphael
minor
A minor character or reference in the narrative.
Sir Bors de Ganis
minor
A knight of the Round Table, cousin of Launcelot.
Garry
minor
A minor character, possibly a servant or worker.
Sir Lionel
minor
A knight of the Round Table, brother of Bors.
Sir Galahad
minor
The pure knight who achieves the Holy Grail, briefly mentioned.
Sir Pellinore
minor
Also known as Pellinore
A knight of the Round Table, father of several other knights.
Sir Lamorak
minor
Also known as Sir Lamorak de Galis
A knight of the Round Table, known for his strength.
King Uriens
minor
Also known as old Uriens
A king and husband of Morgan le Fay, briefly mentioned.
Sir Agravaine
minor
Also known as Agravaine
A knight of the Round Table, known for his treachery.
Smug
minor
A minor character, possibly a nickname for a servant.
George
minor
A minor character, possibly a worker in Hank's modernization efforts.
Joseph
minor
A minor character, possibly a biblical reference or worker.
Satan
minor
The devil, referenced in oaths and religious contexts.