THE MERRY BAND

Robin Hood (Robert of Locksley) – leader of the outlaws and the greatest fighter in the land. Robin Hood is handsome, clever and charming and has a determined spirit.

Friar Tuck (Brother Michael) – a hermit priest who, after a skirmish with Robin Hood, is invited to join him and his Merry Men in Sherwood Forest.

Will Scarlet (William Scathlock) – Robin Hood’s right-hand man.

Much, the Miller’s son – an orphan looked after by Robin and Will after his father was killed by Worman.

Maid Marian (Lady Marian Fitzwalter, also known as the shepherdess Clorinda) – the beautiful daughter of Lord Fitzwalter who becomes known as Maid Marian, the Queen of Sherwood Forest, engaged to Robin Hood. She is independent, headstrong and brave, and an excellent fighter.

Little John (John Little) – a skilled archer and one of Robin Hood’s most faithful companions. He is a given the nickname of Little John in fun, because he is so tall.

The Butcher (Gilbert-of-the-White-Hand) – a tradesman selling fresh meat who, after a fight with Robin Hood, gives up his trade to become one of the Merry Men.

Reynolde Greenleafe – later commander of the castle guard.

Arthur-a-Bland – a tanner by trade and Little John’s cousin.

George-a-Greene – a rescuer of stray sheep, and a man of great strength.

Bettris – the beautiful wife of George-a-Greene.

AND THEIR FRIENDS…

King Richard (Richard the Lion Heart) – the absent King of England.

Sir Richard of Legh – ardent follower of the King who always helps the Merry Men if they need it.

Ranulph, Earl of Chester – marches on Nottingham to release Sir Richard from prison.

Allin-a-Dale – a poor wandering minstrel. Robin Hood and his men rescue Allin’s sweetheart from marrying a man she does not love.

The Black Knight – always comes to the rescue, though no one knows who he is.

AND ENEMIES…

Prince John – the greedy, evil younger brother of King Richard.

Sheriff of Nottingham – Robin Hood’s arch enemy and a friend of Prince John. He hates Robin Hood for making him look a fool.

Sir Guy of Gisborne – sworn enemy and rival of Robin Hood, who wants to marry Marian.

Steward Worman – Robin Hood’s butler who betrays him to work for the Sheriff.

Lord Fitzwalter – Marian’s father who wants to marry her off to a rich knight, or lock her in the tower away from Robin Hood.

Mother Maudlin (Witch of Paplewick) – an evil enchantress who can make herself look like anything or anyone.