Hreidmar

[ hreyd-mahr ]

noun

1. (in the Volsunga Saga ) the father of Fafnir, Otter, and Regin. He demanded wergild from the gods for killing Otter, and was killed by Fafnir when he got it.

Example Sentences

The Æsir produced the gold to Hreidmar, and with it crammed the otter's skin full, and set it up on the feet.

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That same evening they sought entertainment with Hreidmar, and showed their prize.

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Hreidmar accepted the gold as a ransom for his son, but Fafner and Regin demanded their share of it as a ransom for their brother.

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As Hreidmar said this two young men bearing the forehammers of the smithies came in followed by the thralls.

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"Maybe ye are great kings traveling through the world," Hreidmar said.

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