All are gathered for the much-anticipated battle between Lancelot and Meleagant. However, there is still no sign of Lancelot. Gawain arms himself to fight in his stead, which pleases Meleagant.

Just as Gawain is about to take to the field, Lancelot appears and claims his right to duel with the villain who has caused him so much shame. Meleagant is shocked to see Lancelot whom he believed to be still captive in the tower. He soliloquizes his anger, confusion, and worry. Yet, Meleagant is as determined to kill Lancelot, as Lancelot is to kill him.