Hall-Sun

The House of the Wolfings

The wise woman of the Wolfings, who interprets signs and speaks of fate.

The Dwellings of Mid-Mark

The maiden appointed to keep the eternal flame in the Hall-Sun lamp, a sacred office held by an unwed Wolfing woman.

II: The Flitting of the War-Arrow

Thiodolf's foster-daughter, a fair young woman who sits under the lamp in the hall; she remains behind as the warriors prepare to depart.

III: Thiodolf Talketh with the Wood-Sun

Mentioned as the source of light under which Thiodolf sat in thought before departing; she is the guardian of the Wolfing hall.

IV: The House Fareth to the War

Sits on the dais in an ancient garment, gives Thiodolf the War-horn, then lights a torch from the Hall-Sun flame and delivers a farewell prophecy before quenching it.

V: Concerning the Hall-Sun

The Hall-Sun is the central figure of the chapter. She is left alone on the Hill of Speech after the warriors depart, falls into a prophetic trance, and recounts her mysterious origins and early life to the carline. She experiences a vision of her true mother and foresees destruction, though she later forgets the prophecy.

They Talk on the Way to the Folk-Thing

Mentioned by Wolfkettle as having lit the farewell candle and spoken of the day of return.

X: That Carline Cometh to the Roof of the Wolfings

Sits outside the Women's-Chamber, weary from fieldwork yet alert; welcomes the carline with kindness and speaks of her love for the Wolfings, then departs to be alone in the meads.

XI: The Hall-Sun Speaketh

The Hall-Sun delivers a prophetic speech to the Wolfing women and elders, describing a vision of battle and victory.

XII: Tidings of the Battle in Mirkwood

Hall-Sun receives the tidings from Gisli, sends riders to spread the news, and is troubled by the mysterious carline's appearance and disappearance.

XIII: The Hall-Sun Saith Another Word

Delivers a prophetic song to the folk in the feast-hall, foretelling victory and confusion, then falls into a deep sleep.

XIV: The Hall-Sun Is Careful Concerning the Passes of the Wood

Takes charge of the Wolfing stead, organizing defenses and sending watchers to the wood passes.

They Hear Tell of the Battle on the Ridge

Remains at the Wolfing Stead, preparing defenses and organizing supplies with Sorli.

Tidings Brought to the Wain-Burg

Mentioned as the one at Wolf-stead who will receive tidings and coordinate the defense.

XXI: They Bicker About the Ford

Sends the lad Ali to Otter with a message asking whether to hold the hall or flee; she has seen the Roof-ridge red in the sunlight.

Thiodolf Meeteth the Romans in the Wolfing Meadow

Not directly present, but her prophecy and warning are implicitly referenced through the chapter's events.

The Host of the Markmen Cometh Into the Wild-Wood

Sends a message via Ali commanding the host to move to the Thing-stead; later stands beneath the lamp, prophesies victory, and urges action.

XXVI: Thiodolf Talketh with the Wood-Sun

The Hall-Sun leads Thiodolf to the Wood-Sun, speaks of two griefs and her power to vanquish one, then departs after a tender farewell with her mother.

XXVII: They Wend to the Morning Battle

Sits under the Hall-Sun, gives instructions to Steinulf, Athalulf, and Grani to quench fires, and shares a prophetic farewell with Thiodolf.

Of Thiodolf's Storm

Enters the hall after the battle, restores the Lamp to its place, closes Thiodolf's eyes, and announces his death.

XXX: Thiodolf Is Borne Out of the Hall and Otter Is Laid Beside Him

Leads the mourning and ritual, calls forth warriors by name, kindles the torch, and follows the bier with the Candle of Returning.

XXXI: Old Asmund Speaketh Over the War-Dukes: The Dead Are Laid in Mound

Leads the procession back to the Hall, quenches her candle at the threshold, presides over the feast, and receives Throng-plough from Ali; she speaks a farewell to her father Thiodolf and foretells the sword's future use.