{"id":65248,"date":"2025-10-08T08:57:53","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T08:57:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stronghold-terrain.de\/?post_type=product&#038;p=65248"},"modified":"2026-02-25T12:33:12","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T12:33:12","slug":"medbury-miniatures-vendel-zeit-heardred","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/stronghold-terrain.de\/en\/shop\/medbury-miniatures-vendel-zeit-heardred\/","title":{"rendered":"Medbury Miniatures: Vendel Era &#8211; Heardred"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<p class=\"obj-title\"><strong>1 miniature included<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Perfect for SAGA Age of Invasions or Vikings.<\/p>\n<div class=\"flex w-full justify-center gap-6 flex-col md:flex-row\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-(--breakpoint-md) min-w-0 flex-1 shrink flex-col gap-8\">\n<div id=\"277bbe44-1336-49e9-9fc2-e30ce7c4b255\" class=\"group group\/message flex min-h-auto w-full gap-3 interpolate-size-allow-keywords\" data-message-author-role=\"user\">\n<div class=\"flex min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col\">\n<div class=\"flex min-h-8 flex-row items-center justify-between py-1 font-normal opacity-0 transition-opacity duration-500 ease-in-out group-hover:opacity-100 ms-auto mb-2 w-fit max-w-full gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-row items-center gap-2\">\n<div class=\"text-sm text-hint\" data-state=\"closed\">10:57<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex w-full justify-center gap-6 flex-col md:flex-row\">\n<div class=\"flex max-w-(--breakpoint-md) min-w-0 flex-1 shrink flex-col gap-8\">\n<div id=\"63bd7b63-e431-403a-9002-2687baebbf67\" class=\"group group\/message flex min-h-auto w-full gap-3 interpolate-size-allow-keywords\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\">\n<div class=\"relative flex flex-col items-center gap-4\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center justify-center overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"flex items-center justify-center bg-brand-500\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-2 break-words\" dir=\"auto\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"markdown-container-style max-w-none gap-1 overflow-x-visible py-0.5 pb-4 font-normal text-wrap break-words select-text\" data-message-part-type=\"answer\">\n<h3><em><strong>Heardred: The Forgotten King of the Geats in Beowulf<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<p class=\"whitespace-break-spaces\"><em><strong>Heardred<\/strong> is a figure from the Old English epic Beowulf, playing a brief but tragic role in the history of the <strong>Geats<\/strong> (G\u00f6tar). He is the son of <strong>Hygelac<\/strong>, king of the Geats, and the nephew of <strong>Beowulf<\/strong>. Here are the key points about Heardred:<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><em><strong>Role in Beowulf<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>After the death of <strong>Hygelac<\/strong> (who falls in battle against the Franks), <strong>Beowulf<\/strong> initially rules as regent for the young Heardred, who is too young to govern.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>When Heardred comes of age, Beowulf hands over the kingship of the Geats to him.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Heardred\u2019s reign ends tragically when he is killed in battle by <strong>Onela<\/strong>, king of the <strong>Swedes<\/strong>. Onela was an enemy of the Geats, and Heardred had granted refuge to the exiled sons of <strong>Ongentheow<\/strong> (Onela\u2019s brother). This act provokes a war in which Heardred is slain.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><em><strong>Historical Background<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Heardred\u2019s story reflects the <strong>political conflicts and tribal feuds<\/strong> of the Germanic peoples during the <strong>Migration Period<\/strong> (c. 4th\u20136th centuries).<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>The <span class=\"followup-block followup-block-hidden cursor-pointer outline-none static inline group-hover\/message:[--hover-opacity:1]\" tabindex=\"0\" data-question=\"What were the key differences between the Geats and the Swedes in terms of culture and power dynamics?\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"radix-_r_hp_\" data-state=\"closed\">Geats (G\u00f6tar) and the Swedes (Svear) were rival tribes<\/span> in Scandinavia, and their struggles are a central theme in Beowulf.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Heardred\u2019s fate highlights the <strong>instability of rulership<\/strong> during this era: Kings constantly battled for power and alliances, and betrayal or vengeance was common.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Stronghold Terrain prints these miniatures as an official licensee of Medbury Miniatures.<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-break-spaces\"><strong>\ud83d\udce6 Delivery Scope &amp; Material:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span class=\"followup-block cursor-pointer outline-none static -mx-0.5 inline px-0.5 group-hover\/message:[--hover-opacity:1]\" tabindex=\"0\" data-question=\"What makes resin miniatures more detailed than other materials?\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"radix-\u00abr5r\u00bb\" data-state=\"closed\">Highly detailed resin miniatures<\/span><\/strong>, unpainted and unassembled.<\/li>\n<li>We always strive to include <strong>the widest possible variety of different models<\/strong> in your package. However, in <strong>rare cases<\/strong>, there may be <strong>duplicate miniatures<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The spears\/lances include <strong>1mm-diameter wire pins<\/strong> for enhanced stability, which fit perfectly into the riders&#8217; hands. The accompanying spearheads (imagine them as sleeves) are then glued onto these wire pins.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bases not included.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><span class=\"followup-block cursor-pointer outline-none static -mx-0.5 inline px-0.5 group-hover\/message:[--hover-opacity:1]\" tabindex=\"0\" data-question=\"How does 3D printing enhance the precision of these miniatures?\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"radix-\u00abr5s\u00bb\" data-state=\"closed\">Handcrafted using 3D printing<\/span><\/strong> for maximum precision.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Extremely high-quality, flexible resin<\/strong>\u2014nearly indestructible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prepared for you:<\/strong> Models are cleaned and UV post-cured by us, with most support structures already removed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Minimal effort, maximum impact:<\/strong> Light post-processing (e.g., removing residual supports) may be required.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Easy fixes:<\/strong> Deformed parts (e.g., bent spears or bows) can be corrected with a <strong><span class=\"followup-block cursor-pointer outline-none static -mx-0.5 inline px-0.5 group-hover\/message:[--hover-opacity:1]\" tabindex=\"0\" data-question=\"Why does a hot water bath help in reshaping resin parts?\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"radix-\u00abr5t\u00bb\" data-state=\"closed\">30-second hot water bath<\/span><\/strong> and gentle reshaping\u2014this is <strong>not a defect<\/strong>, but typical for resin!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Important Safety Notes:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span class=\"followup-block cursor-pointer outline-none static -mx-0.5 inline px-0.5 group-hover\/message:[--hover-opacity:1]\" tabindex=\"0\" data-question=\"What specific risks does resin handling pose?\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"radix-\u00abr5u\u00bb\" data-state=\"closed\">Resin handling requires protection<\/span>:<\/strong> Always wear <strong>gloves, safety goggles, and a mask<\/strong>\u2014your safety comes first!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not suitable for children under 14<\/strong> (small parts\/liquid residue risk).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid prolonged sun exposure:<\/strong> Unprimed miniatures may harden further over time\u2014a <strong>primer coat<\/strong> protects them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assembly required:<\/strong> Miniatures are delivered unassembled. We recommend <strong><span class=\"followup-block cursor-pointer outline-none static -mx-0.5 inline px-0.5 group-hover\/message:[--hover-opacity:1]\" tabindex=\"0\" data-question=\"What are the benefits of using cyanoacrylate for assembling miniatures?\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"radix-\u00abr5v\u00bb\" data-state=\"closed\">super glue (cyanoacrylate)<\/span><\/strong> for construction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>\ud83c\udfa8 Tips for the Perfect Start:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span class=\"followup-block cursor-pointer outline-none static -mx-0.5 inline px-0.5 group-hover\/message:[--hover-opacity:1]\" tabindex=\"0\" data-question=\"How does priming prevent yellowing of the miniatures?\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"radix-\u00abr60\u00bb\" data-state=\"closed\">Prime your miniatures<\/span><\/strong> (e.g., with spray primer) to prevent yellowing and prepare for painting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Files\/sandpaper<\/strong> help smooth out any remaining imperfections.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Acrylic paints<\/strong> are ideal for painting\u2014let your creativity run wild!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1 miniature included Perfect for SAGA Age of Invasions or Vikings. 10:57 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 (G\u00f6tar). 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