But out in Sogn | are seven thousand.

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[52]. “At anchor lying | off Gnipalund

Are fire-beasts black, | all fitted with gold;

There wait most | of the foeman’s men,

Nor will Helgi long | the battle delay.”

Hothbrodd spake:

[53]. “Bid the horses run | to the Reginthing,

Melnir and Mylnir | to Myrkwood now,

(And Sporvitnir | to Sparinsheith;)