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Meet Wiglaf
Wiglaf is a young Geatish kinsman, the son of Weohstan and a member of Beowulf’s warrior band. As a shield-warrior and loyal thane, he stands close to the aging king and belongs to the Wægmunding line.
A character in Beowulf
Wiglaf
Beowulf by Unknown
The young Geatish kinsman and loyal thane who alone stands by Beowulf against the dragon, helps deal the killing blow, and tends the dying king; heir to Beowulf's legacy.
Also known as: son of Weohstan, son of Wihstan, the Wægmunding, shield-warrior, the young-aged stripling
