(3012) “…it was bought at a heavy cost…”
This line plays into the controversy over who actually defeated the dragon. Wiglaf isn’t actually referring to the death of Beowulf, but the cost of his record. Beowulf was a legend and hero and if the record shows that he not only received help from Wiglaf, but Wiglaf was the one who actually caused the fatal blow toward the dragon making it a super easy kill. Not only is Beowulf’s record ruined, it also means that he died an easy battle making him not the best warrior.
Beowulf's record, his legend, was ruined? Didn't Wiglaf let him get the final blow out of respect, and do you think Wiglaf is going to tell?
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