Wondrous was the clothing that to the chosen knights Queen Hilda meted.

[1106]

The many ships of Hilda were stored with all things well,

And early on the morrow were ready thence to sail;

Seemly was the outfit for her worthy guests who waited:

They chose not to be going, while aught they lacked to meet the foeman hated.

[1107]

They put on board the weapons, as was the queen’s behest,

And with them many helmets of beaten steel the best.

Hauberks white were given, besides the ones in wearing,