A character in Camelot
Played by Jamie Campbell Bower
Camelot · 45 quotes
Most-quoted character in Camelot: in 20 of its 45 quotes
Most scenes with: Merlin (7), Sir Kay (3), Gawain (2)
Arthur"When I hear of kings, I think of warriors, coming to the throne through slaughter. I am not that person. But I have known loss at the hands of those men. I'm something new. Standing here before you, I realize that. I know I carry your hope in me. And I will establish, here at Camelot, a new way of ruling, for you, the people!"
King ArthurIt's not blood that ties you together, it's the memories you share. Everything you taught her, everything you gave up for her, that's your love, that's what flows through her. Tell her and you'll see how much she loves you.
ArthurWe all have our own ideas of what death might be. For all we know, death could be the greatest good that could happen to us. Cicero said, "The life of the dead is placed in the memories of the living". The love we feel in life keeps people alive beyond their time. There isn't a day my parents aren't with me. In my memories, and in who I am. Anyone who has given love will always live on in another's heart.
ArthurOne rumour of my death, and you proclaim a new leader! A king could get offended.
ArthurIf she takes the crown, I'll tell you what you get. Fear! That's what she instills in everyone. Fear is so much stronger than hope. But it will never win.
ArthurThose we hold in our hearts, we never say goodbye to.
ArthurWe can't let woman come between us, can we, brother?
Everything comes easy for you. You don't even appreciate it.
The king is dead. Murdered.
ArthurSo?
Uther died with no legitimate son.
ArthurSo what's that gotta do with us?
Not them. You... are Uther's son.
ArthurKing's will...
Signed by his own hand. Bearing his seal, attesting to your birth.
Your father was a great leader. Our loyalty passes to you. We stands to your bidding, ready to defend the Pendragon line.
ArthurI never knew Uther. But if he inspired such loyalty, I am humbled to stand before you. And I’ll do whatever I can to justify your allegiance.
ArthurWhat was he like? My father.
Unyielding.
ArthurThat's it? The life of a man and you take ONE WORD?
That's all you need to know.
ArthurNo, it's not! I want to know everything. What he ate, what he drank, how he stood, who he loved, what made him laugh or weep! And you give me ONE WORD!
Anyone else can tell you his character and contradictions. I gave you the word you most require. The aspect you must take from him. An unyielding strength. Because from now on, everyone will challenge you on everything.
Arthur"No one's ever done it before. What makes you think I can do it?"
"Because no one's ever needed to do it, as much as you do. This is your moment. Believe in yourself."
Arthur"I've read about many battles, about the great strategists. But what I don't understand is this: how do I know when it's time to give up? When do I acknowledge the better man's victory?"
"See, the warrior would never do that. He'd fight to the death for something he believed in. Of course, at the lowest moment, you have one opportunity."
Arthur"And what's that?"
"When you have nothing to lose,that's the time to risk everything."
I can go anywhere. I can start again. You can't stop me.
King ArthurMove, and we'll find you. Run, and we'll hunt you. Wherever you are, Camelot will be your shadow.
ArthurHow was your swim? Was the water cold?
Guinevere': Freezing. But I have to swim.
ArthurWhy?
To forget myself. To lose the world for a moment.
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