A character in Beowulf: An Anglo-Saxon Epic Poem
Beowulf: An Anglo-Saxon Epic Poem 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
Inside the story
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 young Geatish shield-warrior in inherited war-mail and helmet, bearing sword and linden shield, advancing beneath his kinsman's fire-scorched war-target with steadfast courage.
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