In 1319 (2297), Duke Maldred of Mousillon claimed to have taken the Lady of the Lake as his wife. He and his consort appeared with a shining cup, which they said was the grail, and many knights who felt unfairly treated flocked to their banner. As the Duke rode to Gisoreux to claim the crown, he was met by the army of the King. Maldred held aloft the grail, asking who dared to stand against its bearer.[1a]