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Joanna

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Princess Joanna acts as King Richard the Lionheart's sister in the Crusader court at Jaffa during the Third Crusade. She wields courtly authority to protect allies like Vicki while probing secrets from figures like the Doctor. Loyal to family yet fiercely autonomous, she rejects forced marriages to Saphadin by citing papal obedience over royal command. Her perceptiveness uncovers deceptions, and her defiance challenges Richard's control, revealing tensions between personal conviction and political duty in her relationships with Chamberlain, Doctor, Vicki, and Richard.
18 appearances
Crusader Court Politics

Joanna's Journey

A timeline through the narrative

18 moments
S2E23 · The Knight of Jaffa
Richard Endorses the Doctor’s Prisoner Exchange

Concerned for Richard and attentive to the court’s social nuances, with a underlying warmth toward those she perceives as vulnerable (e.g., Vicki). Her emotional state is a mix of sisterly care and courtly pragmatism.

Princess Joanna enters the throne room with concern for Richard’s well-being, immediately noticing Vicki and mistaking her for a young man. She critiques Vicki’s clothing and inquires about her skills, …

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S2E23 · The Knight of Jaffa
Richard’s Patronage and Joanna’s Arrival

Initially concerned for Richard, then curious and slightly critical of Vicki’s attire. Her tone is authoritative but not unkind, reflecting her role as both sister and potential peacemaker.

Princess Joanna enters the throne room with concern for Richard’s well-being, only to be sidetracked by Vicki’s disguise. She critiques Vicki’s attire and queries her identity, revealing her observant nature …

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S2E23 · The Knight of Jaffa
Joanna Misjudges Vicki’s Identity

Nervous and exposed, masking her anxiety with polite responses while relying on the Doctor’s protection.

Vicki, disguised as a young man named Victor, stands near the wounded knight, offering to help but being gently rebuffed by Ian. When Joanna enters and focuses on her, Vicki …

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S2E23 · The Knight of Jaffa
Hidden threats and political gambits

Frustrated and concerned, with a underlying resolve to uncover the truth and protect his friends from the growing threats within the palace.

Ian stands outside the throne room, reflecting on the belt’s return and its lack of progress in resolving their situation. His tone is contemplative and slightly frustrated, indicating his growing …

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S2E23 · The Knight of Jaffa
Richard considers peace through Joanna’s marriage

Frustrated and increasingly concerned, recognizing that their efforts to resolve the situation have not yielded results and that the conspiracy within the court remains a looming threat.

Ian stands outside the throne room, discussing the stolen belt and Vicki’s clothes with the Doctor. His frustration is palpable as he realizes that returning the belt has not resolved …

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S2E23 · The Knight of Jaffa
Richard knights Ian for critical mission

Not directly observable, but her potential emotional state can be inferred as conflicted—caught between familial loyalty to Richard and the personal toll of being bartered in a political marriage. Her absence underscores the weight of her role in the broader narrative.

Princess Joanna is mentioned in Richard’s peace treaty proposal as the intended bride for Saphadin, though she does not physically appear in this event. Her absence is notable, as her …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Joanna exposes Vicki’s disguise and offers protection

Calm but cautiously optimistic, recognizing the opportunity Joanna’s protection offers while remaining wary of the court’s inherent dangers.

The Doctor is initially caught in his own deception, attempting to disguise Vicki as a boy for her safety. When Joanna exposes the ruse, he quickly adapts, accepting her protection …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Joanna exposes Vicki’s disguise

Calm on the surface but increasingly anxious—relieved for Vicki’s safety but deeply concerned about the political minefield he may have entered.

The Doctor, initially focused on maintaining Vicki’s disguise to navigate the dangers of Crusader Palestine, finds his plans upended by Joanna’s intervention. He engages in diplomatic conversation with her, offering …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Joanna Trusts the Doctor’s Hidden Depth

Calm but cautious—confident in his ability to navigate the situation, yet acutely aware of the risks posed by Joanna’s court and Richard’s unknown plans.

The Doctor, initially defensive about Vicki’s disguise, quickly adapts to Joanna’s intervention, sensing an opportunity for alliance. He engages Joanna with a mix of deference and curiosity, probing her hints …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Richard Enforces Marriage Pact Over Dissent

Unrepresented in the scene, but her implied defiance and autonomy suggest she would be outraged and resistant to the marriage pact, feeling betrayed by her brother’s decision.

Princess Joanna is not physically present in the throne room during this event but is the central subject of the debate. Her name is invoked as the key figure in …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Saladin's Dual Strategy Unfolds

Absent but symbolically central (her agency is a point of contention, though she is not present to defend it)

Princess Joanna is mentioned as the subject of the marriage proposal but is not physically present in the throne room. Her role is discussed in terms of political leverage and …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Saladin and Saphadin’s Divided Loyalty

Unrepresented in the dialogue, but her potential role as a bride in a political marriage suggests she may feel powerless or resigned to her fate.

Princess Joanna is the subject of the marriage proposal between Saphadin and King Richard, though she is not physically present in the throne room. Her potential alliance is framed as …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Saladin’s Dual Strategy Unfolds

Resigned or conflicted (her feelings about the proposal are not explored, but her earlier defiance of forced marriages suggests internal resistance)

Princess Joanna is mentioned indirectly as the subject of the marriage proposal to Saphadin. Though not physically present, her role as a diplomatic pawn in the brothers’ strategic game is …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Joanna tests the Doctor’s loyalty

Diplomatic and conflicted, torn between his loyalty to Richard and his friendship with Joanna. He is visibly uncomfortable with the tension and the potential fallout of Richard’s plan.

The Doctor expresses gratitude to Joanna for protecting Vicki but evades her questions about Richard’s plans, citing loyalty to the King. His diplomatic tightrope walk becomes evident as he tries …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Doctor withholds Richard’s marriage plan

Calm but tense, torn between his loyalty to Richard and the consequences of his silence, which deepens the fracture with Joanna.

The Doctor, standing beside Vicki, evades Joanna’s questions about Richard’s plans, citing confidentiality. He remains calm and diplomatic but visibly tense, whispering to Vicki that he has no desire to …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Joanna defies Richard’s marriage decree

Furious and morally outraged, with a steely determination to assert her autonomy. Her defiance is rooted in both personal pride and a rejection of being treated as a political tool, masking a deeper fear of losing control over her own life.

Joanna shifts from warmth and affection toward Vicki to furious defiance upon learning of Richard’s marriage plan. She rejects the idea of being a political pawn, invoking her loyalty to …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Joanna defies Richard over papal authority

Righteously indignant with a core of steely resolve. Her surface calm masks a deep-seated conviction that she is acting not just for herself, but as an instrument of a higher power. There’s no hesitation in her voice—only the certainty of someone who believes she is on the side of divine justice.

Joanna stands her ground in the robing room, her posture rigid with defiance as she locks eyes with Richard. Her voice is steady, each 'No' delivered with the precision of …

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S2E24 · The Wheel of Fortune
Richard’s Authority Collapses Under Paranoia

Righteously indignant, with a steely resolve that borders on vengeful—her fury is not just at Richard but at the hypocrisy of the Crusade’s mission.

Joanna stands defiant before Richard, her posture unyielding as she invokes papal authority to reject the forced marriage to Saphadin. When Richard nearly strikes her, she exits the throne room …

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Affiliations

England
member
Wartime National Opposition to French Revolutionary Regime

As Richard's sister, Joanna is also a member of the royal family of the Kingdom of England, though her direct actions primarily serve Richard's court.

King Richard's Court
member
Royal Administration, Diplomacy, and Internal Politics

Joanna is King Richard's sister, and she is present in his throne room expressing concern, indicating familial membership in Richard's court.

Across the Seasons

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Season 2 · planet

Princess Joanna acts as King Richard the Lionheart's sister in the Crusader court at Jaffa during the Third Crusade. She wields courtly authority to protect allies like Vicki while probing secrets from figures like the Doctor. Loyal to family yet fiercely autonomous, she rejects forced marriages to Saphadin by citing papal obedience over royal command. Her perceptiveness uncovers deceptions, and her defiance challenges Richard's control, revealing tensions between personal conviction and political duty in her relationships with Chamberlain, Doctor, Vicki, and Richard.