““There are well known Arthurian figures in the book, and some not so well known. Mabon plays a pivotal role in the tale as the Motherless Child who helps Rhowbyn, the narrator of the tale, to find and reconcile with his missing parent. Th ere is a game of riddles in which Mabon and Rhowbyn engage that is both an homage to Tolkien and a nod of acknowledgement to events from 'The Mabinogion' and specifically the tale of Culwch and Olwen””
![“Once a hero has become established , certain feats, characteristics or adventure become irrevocably associated with him [...] . The author is not, of course obliged to present the total sum of Arthurian accretions in a single text. But he must be careful not to touch upon a readily identifiable…” quote by Victoria Guerin. The Fall of Kings and Princes](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/58d/victoria-guerin-the-fall-of-ki_adventure_once-a-hero-has-become-established-certa_2363647.jpg)
