From out the ringed armor: fear not the word I’ve given.”

Then, from their saddles leaping, their horses back at once from them were driven.

[1465]

“Now on, brave knights and warriors!” Hartmut called to all;

“To the castle-gates press nearer, whatever may befall.

I yet must meet old Wâ-te, whether I live or am dying;

To drive him from the gateway, and from the walls, I will at least be trying.”

[1466]

Soon, with swords uplifted, rushing on were seen

The brave and youthful Hartmut, and with him all his men.