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This quote provides an interesting contrast between the heroic Roland and his best friend, Oliver. It also further heightens the poem’s drama and highlights outstanding elements of Roland’s character in contrast with other knights. While both Roland and Oliver are extraordinarily brave, the poet suggests that there is more to being a well-rounded, chivalrous knight than courage alone. Both are clearly flawed despite their competence in battle: Oliver foresaw the likely outcome if Roland did not summon Charlemayn for help, yet he didn’t summon help himself; Roland is unfailingly fierce in battle, yet he doesn’t share or heed his friend’s…