Heardred: The Forgotten King of the Geats in Beowulf
Heardred is a figure from the Old English epic Beowulf, playing a brief but tragic role in the history of the Geats (Götar). He is the son of Hygelac, king of the Geats, and the nephew of Beowulf. Here are the key points about Heardred:
Role in Beowulf
After the death of Hygelac (who falls in battle against the Franks), Beowulf initially rules as regent for the young Heardred, who is too young to govern.
When Heardred comes of age, Beowulf hands over the kingship of the Geats to him.
Heardred’s reign ends tragically when he is killed in battle by Onela, king of the Swedes. Onela was an enemy of the Geats, and Heardred had granted refuge to the exiled sons of Ongentheow (Onela’s brother). This act provokes a war in which Heardred is slain.
Historical Background
Heardred’s story reflects the political conflicts and tribal feuds of the Germanic peoples during the Migration Period (c. 4th–6th centuries).
The Geats (Götar) and the Swedes (Svear) were rival tribes in Scandinavia, and their struggles are a central theme in Beowulf.
Heardred’s fate highlights the instability of rulership during this era: Kings constantly battled for power and alliances, and betrayal or vengeance was common.
Stronghold Terrain prints these miniatures as an official licensee of Medbury Miniatures.
📦 Delivery Scope & Material:
Highly detailed resin miniatures, unpainted and unassembled.
We always strive to include the widest possible variety of different models in your package. However, in rare cases, there may be duplicate miniatures.
The spears/lances include 1mm-diameter wire pins for enhanced stability, which fit perfectly into the riders’ hands. The accompanying spearheads (imagine them as sleeves) are then glued onto these wire pins.
Bases not included.
Handcrafted using 3D printing for maximum precision.
Prepared for you: Models are cleaned and UV post-cured by us, with most support structures already removed.
Minimal effort, maximum impact: Light post-processing (e.g., removing residual supports) may be required.
Easy fixes: Deformed parts (e.g., bent spears or bows) can be corrected with a 30-second hot water bath and gentle reshaping—this is not a defect, but typical for resin!
⚠️ Important Safety Notes:
Resin handling requires protection: Always wear gloves, safety goggles, and a mask—your safety comes first!
Not suitable for children under 14 (small parts/liquid residue risk).
Avoid prolonged sun exposure: Unprimed miniatures may harden further over time—a primer coat protects them.
Assembly required: Miniatures are delivered unassembled. We recommend super glue (cyanoacrylate) for construction.
🎨 Tips for the Perfect Start:
Prime your miniatures (e.g., with spray primer) to prevent yellowing and prepare for painting.
Files/sandpaper help smooth out any remaining imperfections.
Acrylic paints are ideal for painting—let your creativity run wild!
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