Amfortas is a character from Richard Wagner's opera Parsifal. He is the King of the Grail and suffers from a wound that cannot heal, symbolizing spiritual and physical suffering. His condition is a result of a failed quest for the Holy Grail, leading to his deep sense of despair. In the opera, Amfortas is depicted as a tragic figure, burdened by his role and the pain of his wound. His plight is central to the story, as it sets the stage for the arrival of Parsifal, a young hero who seeks to restore the Grail and heal Amfortas, ultimately representing redemption and hope.