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Gelfrat

Bavarian knight slain by Dankwart during the journey to Etzel's court.

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Also known as Sir Gelfrat

First appearance: adventure xxvi how gelfrat was slain by dankwart

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KGKing GuntherHAHagenDADankwartSISiegfriedAMAmelrichGEGelfrat

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