Sir Vivian is the first who moves his horse, With mighty heart, and lays his weapon low;
And he, that Tartar king, renowned for force, With greater puissance meets the coming foe.
His lance each warrior levels in the course Where he bests trusts to plant the furious blow.
Vainly Sir Vivian's spear the casque offends;
Nor throws that paynim knight, nor even bends.