Zerbino, here and there, seeks every way By which to wound, nor yet his end obtains;
For, while he smites upon that armour gay, Not even a feeble dint the coat retains.
On the other hand, the Tartar in the fray Such vantage o'er the Scottish prince obtains, Him he has wounded in seven parts or eight, And reft his shield and half his helmet's plate.