Cedric's Saxon ward and Ivanhoe's love interest, who is captured by Norman forces and nearly used as a human shield during the castle siege.
They share a mutual romantic bond threatened by the Norman conflict.
At Rotherwood, Wilfred of Ivanhoe secretly enters Rowena's chamber and they kiss. He later remains committed to protecting her when she is captured.
Their final exchange establishes a moment of emotional understanding between them.
After Sir Brian de Bois-Guilbert dies, Rebecca acknowledges to Rowena that he, rather than Wilfred of Ivanhoe, was the one who loved her.
De Bracy's attempt to control Rowena makes their relationship directly antagonistic.
Sir Hugh De Bracy attempts to use Rowena as a human shield during the castle's collapse, but he is captured.
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