Irold, the daring champion, came not alone, young Hilda bent on winning.

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Thither came brave Horant; all others he out-vied

In rich and costly clothing. With mantles long and wide,

Gay in hue and gaudy, his men were decked out brightly:

Those brave men from Denmark proudly came, and had a look most knightly.

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Tho’ Hagen’s birth was kingly, and lordly was his mood,

He yet went forth to meet them. His daughter, fair and good,

Rose up before old Wâ-te from where she now was seated.