gilt
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
mutinous
characterized by a rebellion against authority
gainsay
take exception to, deny, or contradict
flagon
a large metal or pottery vessel with a handle and spout
befall
become of; happen to
venture
proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers
supple
moving and bending with ease
doublet
a man's close-fitting jacket, worn during the Renaissance
stifling
characterized by oppressive heat and humidity
fealty
the loyalty that one owes to a country, sovereign, or lord
confidant
someone to whom private matters are told
aft
near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane