[2] Throughout his life until his death in 1335, Llwyd held high-ranking positions in Welsh society, with Lordships in Tregarnedd and Dinorwig and serving as Sheriff of Caernarfonshire, Anglesey and Merionethshire.
[3] Historical folklore has often mistakenly portrayed Llwyd as a ‘Welsh Rebel’ who challenged King Edward II, though this has been strongly disputed by historians.
[3] Llwyd was exposed to royal service from a young age, joining Queen Eleanor’s household in his youth, and would continue to support to the English monarchy for the remainder of his life.
[2] The historical narrative surrounding Gruffydd Llwyd is occasionally contradictory, with some myths and earlier biographies[5] incorrectly portraying him as a Welsh rebel who fought against King Edward II.
[2] Edwards strongly asserts that this traditional narrative is false as wealth of evidence proves that Llwyd remained a trusted supported of the monarchy.