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The Nibelungenlied · Character

Iring

A Hun warrior who challenges the Burgundians and is killed by Hagen.

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Also known as gallant Iring, Sir Iring

First appearance: Adventure XXXV: How Iring Was Slain

Iring shows up with force in Adventure XXXV: How Iring Was Slain. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Danish margrave who challenges Hagen, fights multiple Burgundians, wounds Hagen, but is killed by Hagen's javelin.
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HAHagenKGKing GuntherKRKriemhildaGIGiselherHAHawardIRIring

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Attacking warriors at Etzel's court
  • Burgundian and Hun nobility
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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