# Ongentheow — Beowulf character guide

> Ongentheow in Beowulf by Anonymous.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0042-xl-the-messenger-of-death

## Who they are

Swedish king killed by the Geats in a battle recounted by the messenger.

## Links

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