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Count Eckewart

Burgundian vassal who warns the heroes of danger at Etzel's court.

minor

Also known as Eckewart, Counts Eckewart

First appearance: adventure xxviii how the burgundians came to etzel s stronghold

Count Eckewart shows up with force in Adventure XI: How Siegfried Went Home with His Wife. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Accompanies Kriemhilda as part of her retinue.
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Count Eckewart first appears in 0029 adventure xxviii how the burgundians came to etzel s stronghold.

In Adventure XI: How Siegfried Went Home with His Wife: Accompanies Kriemhilda as part of her retinue.

Later, in How the Nibelung Hoard Was Brought to Worms: Remains with Kriemhilda after Siegfried's death, serving her faithfully.

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RÜRüdegerHEHelfrichKRKriemhildaHAHagenGOGotlindaCECount Eckewart

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  • Other

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  • Supporting characters and minor figures
  • Burgundian and Hun nobility
  • Protagonist

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See Count Eckewart in adventure xxviii how the burgundians came to etzel s stronghold
See Count Eckewart in Adventure XI: How Siegfried Went Home with His Wife
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