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Grendelism In Beowulf
Beowulf, Higlac’s follower and the strongest of the Geats, inflicted fatal damage to Grendel late last night in Herot’s great hall.
There were several reported sightings of Grendel. He was seen coming out of the marsh at a brisk pace and headed in the direction of the Hall, no doubt angry about the joyful sounds emerging from within.
Towns people reported hearing clashing and Grendel’s screams of pain coming from inside.
It wasn’t until early this morning that we received information from several witness within the walls of the hall
The witnesses, who were in the hall at the time of the occurrence, were able to describe what had transpired.
They said that Grendel had come through the doors of the hall and killed a man. He then picked up another,

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