Beowulf exhibits many weaknesses and strengths, which he portrays in battle. He doesn't believe in using weapons in battle. When he fights the dragon, he becomes mortally wounded because of his old age and slow reflexes. "On the might of his hand, as a man must do who thinks to win in the welter of battle enduring glory; he fears not death" (Shaw 1). His beliefs have proven to be unwise. He should have realized sooner that letting his fate overthrow his wisdom would

Sir Gawain, from the story SGGK, also has many strengths and weaknesses. When the Green Knight challenges King Arthur, Sir Gawain tells him: "This affair is too foolish to fall you" (Shaw 1). Sir Gawain knows that the possible death of the king would be destructive to the community. His honor is set by his loyalty to his king. His downfall comes soon after: "When the lord returns on the third day, Gawain gives him a kiss but does not reveal the gift of the sash" (Anonymous 147). Gawain thinks that keeping the sash will not bring him harm. What he doesn't know is that it will end up hurting him more than it will do him good. By following through with the challenge, he shows his chivalric qualities, but it almost costs him his life.

get the best of him in the end. There is no question that he is a great warrior, however, he lets his courage overtake his good judgment. "The infamous killer fought for h

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