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The weapons of Beowulf's warriors are ineffective against Grendel because Grendel put a spell on there swords to not pierce his skin.

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Why are weapons of Beowulf's warriors ineffective against Grendel?

The weapons of Beowulf's warriors are ineffective against Grendel because Grendel put a spell on there swords to not pierce his skin.


In addition to using his strength in what other way does Beowulf injure Grendel?

Beowulf also uses his knowledge of Grendel's vulnerability to not be harmed by weapons, as Grendel had bewitched all blades to be ineffective against him. This allowed Beowulf to grapple with Grendel and ultimately rip off his arm, mortally wounding him.


Why were weapons useless against grendel?

The weapons of Beowulf's warriors are ineffective against Grendel because Grendel put a spell on there swords to not pierce his skin. His ancestor Cain bewitched all weapons so they could not harm him.


What are the warriors doing when grendel arrives?

In 'Beowulf,' the warriors, who were witnessing Beowulf's battle with Grendel, attempted to help the warrior vanquish the monster by hacking away at Grendel with their weapons. However, the problem is that Grendel has a charm which protects him against weapons. As a result, it's through Beowulf's efforts alone, that Grendel is defeated.


Why is Beowulf able to be victorious against grendel and his mother?

In the epic Beowulf is victorious against Grendel and his mother. In the movie he is not.


Who does Beowulf fight first?

Beowulf first fights Grendel, a strong monster. Beowulf finds his weapons do no work against Grendel. He then fights Grendel with his hands. Beowulf rips off Grendel's arm and he runs away.


What does Beowulf carry out of the lake?

Grendels arm If its after the fight with Grendel's Mother then he took Grendel's head, the sword-hilt of the sword he used to slay Grendel's mother and cut off Grendel's head, and of course Hrunting the sword he originally brought to slay Grendel's Mother which was ineffective against her tough hide.


What are the three adventures of Beowulf?

The 3 main parts of Beowulf are: The killing of Grendel The killing of Grendel's Mother The death of Beowulf from a dargon


In Beowulf who won the battle between Beowulf and grendel?

Beowulf cut grendel's arm off and saved it as a trophey


What is the deed for which Beowulf took revenge against Grendel's mother?

Beowulf took revenge against Grendel's mother for killing Hrothgar's best warrior, Aeschere.


Do beowulf fight grendel without clothes?

No, Beowulf does not fight Grendel without clothes. In the epic poem "Beowulf," Beowulf is described as wearing armor and carrying weapons when he confronts Grendel. His attire is an important part of his preparation for battle against the monstrous creature.


How many major battles did Beowulf?

There are only 3 MAJOR battle in Beowulf: The battle against Grendel. The battle against Grendel's Mother. The battle against the Dragon. He also talks of his battles with giants and sea monsters, but those aren't actually main parts of the poem.