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Hervor survived the curse... or so she thought.

After claiming the legendary sword Tyrfing from her father's burial mound, Hervor seems to accomplish everything a Viking warrior could dream of. She wins battles, earns fame, gathers wealth, and becomes one of the most celebrated shield-maidens in Norse legend.

But cursed things rarely destroy their owners immediately.

Sometimes they wait.

In this episode, we continue the unforgettable story of Hervor from the Hervarar Saga, exploring her victories, her family, the birth of King Heidrek, and the devastating moment she realizes the curse never disappeared. It simply chose a different victim.

We'll also examine why Norse sagas mattered to Viking society, what they reveal about Viking ideas of fate, courage, and legacy, and how this remarkable saga helped inspire the imagination of J.R.R. Tolkien.

If you haven't yet listened to "The Dark Side of Viking Burial Mounds," start there before diving into this continuation of Hervor's story.

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