ABSTRACT
AMONG the bravest champions a second Haldan, the son of Borkar, a Norwegian, and Drot, of royal blood, retains no less fame in men’s memories. 1 During his early manhood general opinion considered him a dolt, but in the years that followed he turned out to be notable for the brilliance of his achievements and became celebrated for the great marks of distinction in his life. As a stripling he was cuffed by a renowned fighter for making childish fun of him, whereupon Haldan went for him with the staff he was holding and killed him. This incident left everyone with a presentiment of the full courage and strength with which he would triumph over his enemies.
Haldan
Presentiment of triumph to come
