One day, they encounter the rotund Friar Tuck, who turns out to be an excellent swordsman. Tuck joins the band and assists the next day in capturing a company of Normans bringing a shipment of food, wine, and taxes stolen from Saxons. In the company are Gisbourne, Marian, and the cowardly Sheriff of Nottingham; the men are given the lowest place at the subsequent woodland banquet, while Marian is given a seat of honor by Robin. Initially scornful, she soon comes to share his views when she witnesses the aftermath of the Norman brutality against the Saxons. Robin sends the convoy back to Nottingham Castle, telling them that they have Marian's presence to thank for their lives being spared.