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.