Gudrun · Character

Hildeburg

A noble maiden, companion to Gudrun in captivity.

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Also known as fair Hildeburg, lovely Hildeburg, the Lady Hildeburg

First appearance: How Hartmut Carried Away Gudrun

Hildeburg shows up with force in How Hagen Sailed to His Home. The page is where that presence becomes real.

One of the maidens rescued with Hagen; she tells the earl she is from India, daughter of a king.

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In How Hagen Sailed to His Home: One of the maidens rescued with Hagen; she tells the earl she is from India, daughter of a king. Later, in Tale VII: How the Maidens Came to See the Ship, and Were Carried to Hettel’s…

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Norman and Hegeling characters
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Aftermath
Closing

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How Hagen Sailed to His Home
One of the maidens rescued with Hagen; she tells the earl she is from India, daughter of a king.
Tale VII: How the Maidens Came to See the Ship, and Were Carried to Hettel’s Kingdom
Hildeburg is among the maidens; she was once taken by a griffin and now feels longing for her homeland.
How Hartmut Carried Away Gudrun
Mentioned as one of the maidens carried off by Hartmut.
How Gudrun Must Wash Clothes on the Beach
Gudrun's loyal maiden who begs to share her washing labor and comforts her in sorrow.
How Their Coming Was Made Known to Gudrun
Washes alongside Gudrun; shares in the hope from the swan's tidings; later pleads with Gerlind for shoes and kindness.
How Herwic and Ortwin Found Gudrun
Washing alongside Gudrun; supports her in distress and is later greeted by Herwic.
How Gudrun Was Brought Home to Hilda
Gudrun's faithful maiden; betrothed to Hartmut.
How the Four Kings Were Wedded in Hilda's Land
Marries Hartmut; receives Gudrun's friendship and kindness; departs with Hartmut for Normandy.

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