Ep 2. Find Us the Grail

In Knightfall season 1 episode 2, titled "Find Us the Grail," the Knights Templar are reeling after their defeat at the Battle of Acre. Their leader, Landry, is tortured by the knowledge that the Holy Grail, the ultimate Christian relic, has been lost to the Muslims. As they regroup in France, Landry and his fellow knights must navigate political intrigue and rivalries within their own order as they seek to locate the missing Grail.

The episode opens with a flashback to the Battle of Acre, where we see Landry and his men fighting valiantly but ultimately being overwhelmed by the enemy. Landry is haunted by the knowledge that he failed to protect the Grail, which was in their possession at the time. Back in France, Landry reports to his superior, Godfrey, who is displeased with his failure and warns him that he must find the Grail at all costs.

Meanwhile, the Knights Templar face opposition from the king of France, Philip IV, who distrusts them and seeks to undermine their power. He particularly loathes the Templar's financial prowess, and accuses them of embezzling funds from his kingdom.

As Landry and his men set out on their quest to find the Grail, they encounter various obstacles. They must decipher cryptic clues and outmaneuver rival knights who are also seeking the relic for their own gain. Along the way, Landry forms a tentative alliance with a woman named Adelina, who has her own reasons for helping them.

Back in France, political tension between the Templars and the king comes to a head when Philip orders the arrest of several members of the order, including Godfrey. Landry and his fellow knights are forced to choose between loyalty to their leader and duty to their order.

As the episode reaches its climax, Landry and his men finally discover the location of the Grail, but find it heavily guarded by their enemies. A tense battle ensues, and the fate of the relic hangs in the balance.

"Find Us the Grail" is a thrilling episode that sees the Knights Templar faced with complex ethical and political dilemmas. As they seek to recover the lost relic, they must confront their own failings and weaknesses, while also contending with treacherous outside forces. The episode also sets up further conflict for the series as the tension between the Templars and the king of France comes to a head. Fans of historical dramas and epic quest narratives will find much to enjoy in Knightfall.