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Rh When Sigmund, King Volsung's son, touched the sword it was so loose that he drew it out with no effort.

After many years Sigmund was slain in battle and the sword was broken. But the pieces were kept by Sigmund's son, who was called Sigurd the Volsung.

Sigurd's Shield

Sigurd was the bravest and strongest man in the world.

His eyes were so keen that few men dared gaze at him. His hair was golden and hung down over his shoulders, which were as broad as two men's shoulders.

His shield was of burnished gold with a dragon