# Names of Places explained — Gudrun

> Chapter companion for Gudrun by Anonymous.

## What happens

This chapter provides a glossary of place names mentioned in the epic, identifying their geographical or legendary associations, such as Hegeling (Hettel's people in Holland), Moorland (Siegfried's kingdom), and Normandy (Hartmut's realm).

## Character check-ins

### Hettel

Ruler of the Hegelings and Friesland; his castle is Kampatille/Matelan.

### Hagen

King of Ireland; his chief city is Ballian.

### Siegfried

King of Moorland; his residence is Alzabie, and he rules over Abakie, Karadie, and other lands.

### Herwic

King of Sealand, a region in Friesland.

### Ortwin

Ruler of Ortland (probably Jutland).

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