The Legend of Prince Valiant

S02:E19 - The Rival

It is the time of the Queen's Festival honoring Guinevere, and three young warriors from Camelot's domain will be chosen to train for a year as knights. In secrecy, a young peasant from Serenity, Fiona, arrives at Camelot. Rowanne is initially startled by Fiona (who has crept into her room), but soon she befriends her. Fiona expresses that her greatest desire is to take part in the Queen's competition. Rowanne encourages Gawain to make an exception to the deadline and to allow Fiona (a woman!) to compete. After proving inexperienced during a preliminary bout with Rowanne, Fiona makes a great showing during the official rounds, and rises quickly in the ranks ... over many a male competitor.