1 The noble virgin, lady of the place,

place > fortress, citadel; place

2 Was much dismayed with that dreadful sight:

with > by

3 For never was she in so evil case;

case > [a] plight

4 Till the prince, seeing her woeful plight, 5 Gan her recomfort from so sad affright,

Gan > Did recomfort > console; inspire with fresh courage so sad affright > such a heavy terror

6 Offering his service, and his dearest life 7 For her defence, against that carl to fight,

carl > villain, churl