But he by Merlin's counsel had sent over sea to King Ban of Benwick and King BORS of Gaul, praying them to come and help him in his wars, and promising to help in return against King Claudas, their foe.
"The Legends Of King Arthur And His Knights"
James Knowles
Then, by the counsel of Merlin, when they knew which way the eleven kings would ride and sleep, King Arthur with Kings Ban and BORS made themselves ready with their army for the fight, having yet but 30,000 men, counting the 10,000 who had come from Gaul.
"The Legends Of King Arthur And His Knights"
James Knowles
"Now shall ye do my advice," said Merlin; "I would that King Ban and King BORS, with all their fellowship of 10,000 men, were led to ambush in this wood ere daylight, and stir not therefrom until the battle hath been long waged.
"The Legends Of King Arthur And His Knights"
James Knowles