Throughout the story, there are two lands that are increasingly at odds with each other: Britain and Avalon. Britain is ushering in the newer, Christian ways of the land, while Avalon still pays homage to the Goddess and the old ways of the land. As Christianity spreads through the country, more and more people believe that those from Avalon, or schooled in the ways of Avalon are witches, sorcerers, or pagans. While those that practice the old religion are true to their ways, those that call themselves Christians have double standards. While the Christians are quick to put down the pagans and be pious, they are also the first ones to seek a love potion or a charm of some sort.
Gwenhwyfar is the most noted character who has double standards. She is overly pious.....
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