Wine
Wine is a symbol of bondage. Morgan uses wine to administer her potions to Alexander to keep him under her power. Whenever he drinks the wine, he is submissive to her. She uses this to make him do her bidding. He does not know how she is manipulating him until he throws away the wine she gave him and is away from her.
Grail
The Grail is a symbol of faith. It makes people reflect on the life of Christ and how to make their lives better. It gives them joy to view something that has such power and they feel that it can change their lives. The Grail holds power that is coveted by those that seek power and feel that the possession of the grail will give them power.
Boudouin’s shirt
Boudouin’s shirt is a symbol of revenge. Anna uses the shirt to remind her and her son of the horror of her husband’s death. She keeps the shirt until the death of King March. Once he is dead, the need for revenge is gone. Anna burns the shirt and is released from the burden of her husband’s untimely death.
Castle Rose
Castle Rose is a symbol of England. Alice travels often with her father, but always yearns to be home at Castle Rose. It is the place that she feels most at peace and where she feels safe. England is one of the few kingdoms where peace reigns. King Arthur’s rule has left the land prosperous and without strife. It is a safe place to live.
Pilgrimage
Pilgrimage is a symbol of faith. People take pilgrimages to holy cities to renew their faith and reflect on their lives and how they can live better lives that embrace the workings of Christ. It is a cleansing of their spirit and a renewal of their faith as they travel the roads of the past.
