Halfdane was a legendary Danish king mentioned in various Old Norse sagas and poems. He is often associated with the Scylding dynasty and is considered the grandfather of Hrothgar, a key figure in the Old English epic Beowulf.
Shield Sheafson in Beowulf is the father of Beowulf. He is the legendary founder of the Danish royal lineage and is portrayed as a great warrior and ruler.
Scyld Scefing Hrothgar Grendal Unferth Wealtheow Beowulf Beca Hygelac Hygd Hardred She-hag Wiglaf Aeschere The Firedrake