Ere ever the king | for tidings I asked.

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[7]. His head bowed Gunnar, | but Hogni told

The news full sore | of Sigurth slain:

“Hewed to death | at our hands he lies,

Gotthorm’s slayer, | given to wolves.

[a]8]. “On the southern road | thou shalt Sigurth see,

Where hear thou canst | the ravens cry;

The eagles cry | as food they crave,