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Slagfith

One of Volund's brothers, who sets out to seek Svanhvit after the swan-maidens leave.

Norse-style detail illustration of Slagfith.
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Overview

Slagfith is Volund's brother. After the swan-maidens leave, he departs Wolf Lake southward to seek Svanhvit.

Key facts

One of three brothers

The poem names Slagfith alongside Egil and Volund as brothers.

Seeks Svanhvit

After the eighth winter, Slagfith goes south to seek Svanhvit.

Relationships

  • Volundbrothers

    The poem names Volund and Slagfith as two of the three brothers.

  • Svanhvitpaired with

    At Wolf Lake, the poem pairs Slagfith with Svanhvit.

Story appearances

  • The Lay of VolundBrother who leaves to seek his companion

    After the women leave, Slagfith goes south to seek Svanhvit.

Ancient sources

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