Creature
Svanhvit
The swan-maiden paired with Slagfith in the poem, who leaves in the eighth winter.
Overview
Svanhvit is the swan-maiden paired with Slagfith in the poem. After she leaves, Slagfith goes south to seek her.
Key facts
Named at the opening
She is named with the other two swan-maidens at the poem's opening.
Slagfith's search
When the swan-maidens depart, Slagfith goes south to seek Svanhvit.
Relationships
- Slagfithpaired with
At Wolf Lake, the poem pairs Slagfith with Svanhvit.
Story appearances
- The Lay of VolundSwan-maiden who departs
Svanhvit is paired with Slagfith, then leaves in the eighth winter.
Ancient sources
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