Question

This monarch fled his home after a “no mercy” order was called upon by Aymer de Valence. This monarch was victorious over his rivals at the Battle of the Pass of Brander, where he defeated John the Lame. According to legend, this monarch hid in a cave and became inspired to fight for a certain cause while watching a spider spinning (-5[1])a web. (-5[1])This ruler (15[1])was excommunicated by Pope Clement V after stabbing (*) John Comyn (-5[1])to death in a church. This man succeeded John Balliol as king. This ruler split open the head of Henry de Bohun (10[1])in a battle in which he defeated the forces of Edward II. For 10 points, name this victor of the Battle of Bannockburn (10[1])who won (-5[1])the First War (10[1])of Scottish Independence. ■END■ (10[2]0[1])

ANSWER: Robert the Bruce [or Robert I; prompt on Robert]
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2023 ILLIAC (Cornell)2023-10-21Y475%0%0%107.67
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