Yngvildr watches as the men toss their weapons. They are both very deft in doing so… Mmmmh…she loves men who know to handle their equipment well….

But these guys are also experienced at drinking, regarding their speed at emptying their horns. Yngvildr decides that this is the perfect time for some strong, dark juløl. There must at least be a couple of barrels left, and she instructs two of Bruni's servants to have a look. And indeed they return, carrying the heavy barrel between them.

Have some of this, my dear friends, this will inspire you up no end!

She refills the horns of both Hrothgar and Gerulf and just as she has completed this vital task sees her friend and kinsmen Icel enter the hall.

Heilsa Icel it is good to see you again. I hope your journey wasn't too tough at this time of the year. Come over and have some lovely ale – it will do you good!

Whilst Icel is quick to empty his first horn, Theodric gets out his axe…

What a beautiful seax you have there – surely you will show us your skills? Your two predecessors have made a great job already… It seems about time that we think about a worthy prize for the worthy winner of this competition. So Ladies, what do you suggest?

Right as she says this, Theodric throws his seax….