Escanor the Large was the son of a giant and a witch, born on the same day as the renowned Sir Gawaine.
He also shared Gawaine’s power, his strength rising with the sun, and diminishing as the sun falls. They were both fated to be adversaries, and after their first duel Escanor loathed Gawaine and sought every opportunity to undo him.
His final move was to kidnap Arthur’s female cupbearer while she was under Gawaine’s protection.
In retribution, Gawaine tracked him down, challenged him to a second duel, and slew him in equal combat.
Day 21: Escanor the Large