Arngrim's Quest

From the deep northern forests
Where the vikings ruled
Hailed a man named Arngrim
Famous he was and in him
The Gods had much faith
He was in search of greater glory.

Far eastwards he travelled
Past vast plains and long rivers
Wanting to reach the realm of Gardariki
Where the great chief Sigrlami ruled.

Fought many battles
With gods on his side
Shedding the blood of every foe.

The golden blade
Cleaved many shields
Pierced the hearts of many men.

Word had reached Sigrlami
That a war chief to his realm would come
And when Arngrim finally arrived
A great feast was held in his honour.

Arngrim fought many battles
And when he had proved his worth
He was made general
And trusted with the sword Tyrfing.

Fought many battles
With gods on his side
Shedding the blood of every foe.

The golden blade
Cleaved many shields
Pierced the hearts of many men.

Fought and conquered
Favoured by the gods
He was given Eyfura as his wife
For she was fair and wise
Together they travelled
back to the northlands
Where the ravens soar
And the wolves howl.

Fought many battles
With gods on his side
Shedding the blood of every foe.

The golden blade
Cleaved many shields
Pierced the hearts of many men.