Hamlet is super judgy and boring but him and Ophelia is a thing you can't invite one without the other. And Ophelia, let me tell you, she is one crazy party girl.
This myth holds a place very special in my heart. We had this book of mythology when I was little and my Dad would read it to me sometimes before bed. Beowulf was one of the few stories I asked to be told again and again. Two of the first heroes I ever knew. Beowulf and Dad.
Yeah, most people don’t try slaying dragons for a midlife crisis. Even if they did that in youth, wearing oneself out by walking to the cave is a hard hint to miss.
Beowulf reminds me the story of Digenes aka the Byzantine Medieval Greek version of Heracles minus the immortality of course. He was basically so super powerful and could beat any foe and defend the borders of Eastern Roman Empire with his strength but the only things he couldn't beat were of course two:old age and death. I wouldn't be surprised if the Byzantines drew inspiration from Beowulf or both the Germanic people and the Greco-Romans influenced each other.
Glad to see you cover Beowulf! It's literally the earliest crime drama found in Western literature. A supposedly secure locale is suddenly haunted by a brutal serial killer, a specialist is called in to catch the criminal and in the process busts a wicked criminal clan. Then, years later, the heroic detective has now been kicked upstairs into a cushy desk job, but he decides to take on one last case alongside a naive, optimistic rookie. And of course he goes the way of many an old cop in fictional stories, killed on his last case, leaving his young partner to take up his torch.
in the morning, King Hrothgar finds all his staff dead, gazes at their devoured bodies, then he shrugs and says "i've never liked them anyway". The End.
'I am Ripper... Tearer... Slasher... Gouger. I am the Teeth in the Darkness, the Talons in the Night. Mine is Strength... and Lust... and Power! I AM BEOWULF!' Seriously though, absolutely love the saga of Beowulf. The story that inspired so many fantasy authors such as Tolkien. And even bonus point is that Beowulf originates from the tribe of Geats, one of the main Germanic tribes that made up the future kingdom of Sweden, when they were unified beside the tribe of Swedes under the reign of King Olof Skötkonung. Their importance in nordic history is such that one of the three main regions of Sweden is called 'Götaland' or in english, 'Geatland'. The movie from 2007 is so underrated by the way.
Totally agree about the movie. I think it's easily the best of Zemeckis's "mocap trilogy," and the one where the slightly janky software seems to look and feel the best. Or at least it's less jarring in high fantasy. (Maybe because it basically looked like RPG cutscenes?) I particularly liked the little twist they put into the story, to better tie parts 2 and 3 together.
I think Tolkein was far more inspired by Wagner's 'Der Ring des Nibelungen' than Beowulf though Beowulf got a type of supercomputer named after him, so I'd say it evens out
@@jrodriguez1374 That's the Goths mate. I believe they were a separate tribe from that of the Swedes and Geats, but absolutely, they did originate from southern sweden/scandinavia if we are to believe the historian Jordanes. Although I will admit the name 'Goths' are similar to that of the 'Geats'. They are theories that given the similarity in the name, that they may have originated from a singular tribe in the beginning.
@@jakobtarrasericsson4295 that's fair, I am under the assumption that the goths came from gotland, the same place that you're referring to as gotaland, no? At least according to Wikipedia they are one and the same
A very nice retelling. There are some fascinating variations to the myth, depending on how you translate it. Grendel is described as a Grimmgaest, a grim ghost, in one passage, hinting at his otherworldly nature.
My nephew loves old Greek mythology. I bet he would enjoy Beowulf too. I’ll have to try some of these stories out next time I see him. Stay well out there everybody, and God bless you friends.😊
"And Beowulf came into the place Where giant Grendel stood of twisted face And strewn upon a beach of black as coal The whitened bones of warriors of old."
I was wondering if you'd ever get to this particular myth. Thanks for making these videos. They're great for people who want to learn about world mythologies, but don't have the patience for reading long articles and stories. Seriously, I have a book on world myths leftover from a college class I took three years ago and I've barely touched it since. 📔
I love how you presented this like it is going to be just one episode only to find out there is more even though I am familiar with this tale it was still fun to watch
The tale of Beowulf is one of the first that brought me to northern myths it has been a wonderful journey. Sense you’ve made it to Danes and Swedes it be a shame not grace the Finns with your honor of tale telling it would be lovely to hear a genuine Suomi myth on this channel.
Not sure what translation you're using, but at the very least: 1. Swimming in plate armor is not a thing, because there was no plate armor at the time; the poem clearly describes maille. 2. No formal challenge was issued or accepted. Grendel came in, slew one of Beowulf's men, then tried for Beowulf himself and the fight was on.
I've noticed in past episodes that EC tends to gloss things over or edit things to make a story a little more entertaining. In a way, it's actually not a bad nod to how these stories developed when they were only passed down orally.
This story is about a poor native being disturbed by toxic neigbourgs, tries to tell them to shut up and one of them beat him up and ripped off one of his arms.
And THEN the guy that did the beating acts surprised when the neighbor's mother gets angry: "What's with her? All I did was kill her son. (Sigh) Fine, guess I'll have to go slay her, too. Wish me luck, boys!"
It comes from centuries of oral tradition. The monks just wrote it down, the ancient Anglo Saxons did and it probably did originally involve pagan gods
Beowulf was one of my first mythos stories that I’ve been recommended to read during High School, and I loved it. I thank my English teachers for the book. That and the Prose Edda
I am Ripper... Tearer... Slasher... Gouger. I am the Teeth in the Darkness, the Talons in the Night. Mine is Strength... and Lust... and Power! I AM BEOWULF!
Haha! I just read Grendel! Is it possible for you to do an episode on Grendel’s point of view? Especially with the dragon and other pieces that sort of make grendel seem “less bad”
well, they were asking for it by being horrible and inconsiderate neighbors. THEY NEVER FRICKIN INVITED GRENDEL TO THEIR FEASTS AND PARTIES! THOSE JERKS!
Extra Credits: "Little did they know, that their horrors were not behind them. For another, more fearsome foe lurks in the shadows...and she will never forgive Beowulf for what he has done!" Me: YEAH!!! Bring on the vengeance of 2007 CG Angelina Jolie!!!
I just want to imagine his mom be like His mom: GRENDEL!!!!!!!!!!! STOP ANTAGONISING THE GUEST AND PUT SOME NICE CLOTHES ON!!! grendel: MOOOOOOM YOUR EMBARRASSING ME!!!
It hurt me in my soul every time you said "Heorot." It's pronounced much like "Beowulf" - "Hay-oh-rot." I really recommend "Overly Sarcastic's" take on this story - it's hilarious. This was fun too.
If you're looking for a copy of Beowolf for your library, I suggest the Seamus Heaney's 2000 edition which has the original text and his translation, in verse form, on opposing pages.
Oh please, the Geats were basically as much Swedes as the Svear were. Proven by the incredibly short time of cultural integration into Sweden. Aswell as the opinion of most scolars that the Geats were most culturally similar to the Svear, rather than danes or Norwegians.
![Animated Epics: BEOWULF (1998) TV Movie [360p] HQ - Classic animation](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/QKjcoFZmKuA/mqdefault.jpg)
As a Dane i can confirm our risk assesment goes out the window when it comes to throwing a good party.
I too can confirm
Except for Hamlet, who crosses his arms and judges everybody.
Hamlet is super judgy and boring but him and Ophelia is a thing you can't invite one without the other. And Ophelia, let me tell you, she is one crazy party girl.
With Red from OSP and the fact that I'm german as sources, I can add: High-risk situations are specifically a reason to party in nothern europe
yeah. Covid did sort of show that didn't it?
This myth holds a place very special in my heart. We had this book of mythology when I was little and my Dad would read it to me sometimes before bed. Beowulf was one of the few stories I asked to be told again and again.
Two of the first heroes I ever knew. Beowulf and Dad.
this made me so happy when i read it.
You had good taste even as a kid!
wholesome
Its not that Grendel was a maxed out (20-foot, roaring) ninja to sneak in, its just that everyone was REALLY drunk.
I can actually see this happening in one way or another...
Beowulf, the story of a warrior who could defeat any foe, except his own age that devours all mortals like him.
Yeah, most people don’t try slaying dragons for a midlife crisis. Even if they did that in youth, wearing oneself out by walking to the cave is a hard hint to miss.
And a dragon
and a *literal* dragon
@@thedoruk6324 He did kill the Hordeshryde, but it wasn't the Hordeshryde that killed him it was old age.
Beowulf reminds me the story of Digenes aka the Byzantine Medieval Greek version of Heracles minus the immortality of course. He was basically so super powerful and could beat any foe and defend the borders of Eastern Roman Empire with his strength but the only things he couldn't beat were of course two:old age and death. I wouldn't be surprised if the Byzantines drew inspiration from Beowulf or both the Germanic people and the Greco-Romans influenced each other.
"It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it"
-Aristotle
Yeah, but if you speak those thoughts aloud, security forces flips their shit as though you already accepted and acted on it.
@@c182SkylaneRG That's because they're made up of UNeducated minds.
I agree with everyone
Glad to see you cover Beowulf! It's literally the earliest crime drama found in Western literature. A supposedly secure locale is suddenly haunted by a brutal serial killer, a specialist is called in to catch the criminal and in the process busts a wicked criminal clan. Then, years later, the heroic detective has now been kicked upstairs into a cushy desk job, but he decides to take on one last case alongside a naive, optimistic rookie. And of course he goes the way of many an old cop in fictional stories, killed on his last case, leaving his young partner to take up his torch.
1:57 Wow, I wasn't expecting to see King there, someone on this team is a big fan of The Owl House.
in the morning, King Hrothgar finds all his staff dead, gazes at their devoured bodies, then he shrugs and says "i've never liked them anyway". The End.
How much of a party animal were these guys that they would keep on partying even after repeated slaughters? 🤣
Welcome to the world of Vikings. Where you party, die, then party forever.
IKR
Like Slurms MacKenzie, they were under contract to party.
Can't wait for part 2 Beowulf vs Grendel's mother.
spoiler alert ! :'(
Spoiler he doesn't do it with Grendel's mom also sadly his mom doesn't have a forgiving ark and he defeats her in an embarrassing way
I appreciated King from The Owl House making a cameo!
I was looking for this comment!!! At 1:57 correct?
Squeak of rage intensifies
When, I didn't catch him
@@KozyCorner1 1:58
Well they did reference all demons being born. Can't leave out the king of demons.
'I am Ripper... Tearer... Slasher... Gouger. I am the Teeth in the Darkness, the Talons in the Night. Mine is Strength... and Lust... and Power! I AM BEOWULF!'
Seriously though, absolutely love the saga of Beowulf. The story that inspired so many fantasy authors such as Tolkien. And even bonus point is that Beowulf originates from the tribe of Geats, one of the main Germanic tribes that made up the future kingdom of Sweden, when they were unified beside the tribe of Swedes under the reign of King Olof Skötkonung. Their importance in nordic history is such that one of the three main regions of Sweden is called 'Götaland' or in english, 'Geatland'.
The movie from 2007 is so underrated by the way.
Totally agree about the movie. I think it's easily the best of Zemeckis's "mocap trilogy," and the one where the slightly janky software seems to look and feel the best. Or at least it's less jarring in high fantasy. (Maybe because it basically looked like RPG cutscenes?) I particularly liked the little twist they put into the story, to better tie parts 2 and 3 together.
You failed to mention their effects on geopolitics!:
Their sack of Rome, their control of modern France and Spain, etc. Etc.
I think Tolkein was far more inspired by Wagner's 'Der Ring des Nibelungen' than Beowulf
though Beowulf got a type of supercomputer named after him, so I'd say it evens out
@@jrodriguez1374 That's the Goths mate. I believe they were a separate tribe from that of the Swedes and Geats, but absolutely, they did originate from southern sweden/scandinavia if we are to believe the historian Jordanes.
Although I will admit the name 'Goths' are similar to that of the 'Geats'. They are theories that given the similarity in the name, that they may have originated from a singular tribe in the beginning.
@@jakobtarrasericsson4295 that's fair, I am under the assumption that the goths came from gotland, the same place that you're referring to as gotaland, no?
At least according to Wikipedia they are one and the same
"Finally, the Wulf has come back to Extra Credits!"
Finally, the Wulf has come back to!! *Looks at Double's true form* wait what?
Skullgirls Beowulf mentioned!
2:01 anyone else see King from the Owl House and one of the flying eyeballs from Gravity Falls?
1:55 is first appearance, pretty sure they’re fans
flying eyeballs have been around in fiction for a while, not sure who invented them
I saw "King" from The Owl House.
NOTE: you should watch The Owl House.
A very nice retelling. There are some fascinating variations to the myth, depending on how you translate it. Grendel is described as a Grimmgaest, a grim ghost, in one passage, hinting at his otherworldly nature.
Oh Grendel's Mom has got it going on 🎶
My nephew loves old Greek mythology. I bet he would enjoy Beowulf too. I’ll have to try some of these stories out next time I see him.
Stay well out there everybody, and God bless you friends.😊
Tears his arm clean off. And ever since, this channel has displayed disembodied hands. A reminder of the heroic deed done.
01:55 Ah, the King (and Queen) of monsters.
Random Dane: Someone's here to see you , bruh. Looks like Angelina Jolie.
Beowulf: Why do I hear boss music?
"And Beowulf came into the place
Where giant Grendel stood of twisted face
And strewn upon a beach of black as coal
The whitened bones of warriors of old."
Good job on the visuals and sounds guys! I appreciated them a lot! And a fantastic, classic tale to boot. :D
Grendel's swamp, I have heard that ( S H R E K)
I was wondering if you'd ever get to this particular myth. Thanks for making these videos. They're great for people who want to learn about world mythologies, but don't have the patience for reading long articles and stories. Seriously, I have a book on world myths leftover from a college class I took three years ago and I've barely touched it since. 📔
Damn. Grendal just wanted some peace and quiet. I love your guys’ content. Keep it up 👍
I love how you presented this like it is going to be just one episode only to find out there is more even though I am familiar with this tale it was still fun to watch
That arm tearing animation was disgustingly satisfying. That was some G U D sound sound design
The tale of Beowulf is one of the first that brought me to northern myths it has been a wonderful journey. Sense you’ve made it to Danes and Swedes it be a shame not grace the Finns with your honor of tale telling it would be lovely to hear a genuine Suomi myth on this channel.
Not sure what translation you're using, but at the very least:
1. Swimming in plate armor is not a thing, because there was no plate armor at the time; the poem clearly describes maille.
2. No formal challenge was issued or accepted. Grendel came in, slew one of Beowulf's men, then tried for Beowulf himself and the fight was on.
Thanks for answering my armor question before I wrote it!
I've noticed in past episodes that EC tends to gloss things over or edit things to make a story a little more entertaining.
In a way, it's actually not a bad nod to how these stories developed when they were only passed down orally.
wonderfully re-told and animated, great job!
This Mythical Stories Are Gem💜
1:57 KING!!!
@ 0:50 is basically every parent walking into a party the next day.
I REALLY enjoy these shows! Thanks, guys!
This is one of my favorite mix of all time I'm glad to see it getting some love
When I tell you I saw this thumbnail and I got SO EXCITED ✨✨✨✨✨✨
Grendel whispers in his ear: "This is my swamp"
This story is about a poor native being disturbed by toxic neigbourgs, tries to tell them to shut up and one of them beat him up and ripped off one of his arms.
TO be fair, he "asked" them to stop by kicking in the door and killing people on sight so...could have handled that better.
@@treyslider6954 It was just a little mis understanding.
And THEN the guy that did the beating acts surprised when the neighbor's mother gets angry: "What's with her? All I did was kill her son. (Sigh) Fine, guess I'll have to go slay her, too. Wish me luck, boys!"
“The gods?” This was written by a monk. I don’t remember the book talking about pagan gods. But I can’t wait for the showdown with Grendel’s mother.
It comes from centuries of oral tradition. The monks just wrote it down, the ancient Anglo Saxons did and it probably did originally involve pagan gods
i love how they just keep dying but just are like "oh no! any way back to the party"
Beowulf was one of my first mythos stories that I’ve been recommended to read during High School, and I loved it. I thank my English teachers for the book. That and the Prose Edda
Thank you for the episode.
1:57 King...
I saw you. (The owl house vibes intensify)
Props to the artist for that shot of Beowulf confidently flexing his nonexistent arms :'D
By the way, I saw King from the Owl House in there at 1:55!
Beowulf was always one of my favourite myths
thank extra credits
5:50 Thank you for the shot of Grendle's entire taint.
Correction: Grendle's grundle.
Beowolf: After I defeat you, I'm going to fight Joe.
Grendel: Who's Joe?
I am Ripper... Tearer... Slasher... Gouger. I am the Teeth in the Darkness, the Talons in the Night. Mine is Strength... and Lust... and Power! I AM BEOWULF!
1:34 Ha! That is the most Danish thing I have ever seen animated 😎🍺🎵🪕 Frem med Højskolesangbogen/Efterskolesangbogen!
Always loved this story and the ones that follow, can't wait!!
That's a great Owl House reference in the Kane and Able bit of art.
"Challenges the beast to unarmed combat"
Zoom in on arm-less character
I loved Beowolf in English class so much that I would walk from class to class reading Tolkien’s translation of it
Beowulf gave Grendel a good dose of "ORA ORA ORA ORA"
Owl House reference, un-ARMED combat. Animators had fun making this episode
Cool! I love Beowulf!
At 1:56 king from the owl house can be spotted:)
Haha! I just read Grendel! Is it possible for you to do an episode on Grendel’s point of view? Especially with the dragon and other pieces that sort of make grendel seem “less bad”
same! I didn't need to read the entire thing, but I read a bit of it for english earlier in the semester
Heh. I loved King making a cameo with the other monsters.
Yay! Beowulf!
Fascinating mythical stories and I am a fan of these stories!🙂❤👍
well, they were asking for it by being horrible and inconsiderate neighbors.
THEY NEVER FRICKIN INVITED GRENDEL TO THEIR FEASTS AND PARTIES!
THOSE JERKS!
Worst part is they're the annoying neighbors with the neighbor's kids thar never learn their lesson
@@giboi03 yeah, they still never fucking invited grendal to the party.
Neat video guys keep it up!
Beowulf: I am Ripper... Tearer... Slasher... Gouger. I am the Teeth in the Darkness, the Talons in the Night. ...
1:59 dang, King and an Eyebat? cartoon references galore this episode ;)
I have always loved this saga!
Great film by the way. Angelina Jolee and Ray Winston
I missed this episodes
1:59
The owl house reference is so funny, it could satisfy a king
Grendel lifting score with one hand is pretty funny yo
1:56
I see you there King
1:58 Holy Crap, that's King from the Owl House!!!
For the myths cover more of journey of the west. Keep up good work
Haven't watched in a while. Usually watched during school. When I had free time. Boutta catch up
"Unarmed combat" I see what you did there
Grendel: just trying to get the neighbors to SHUT UP so his wife and he can get some sleep!! Damned frat house next door...
smoothest transition ive ever seen is tier zoo going from deep ocean to shaving tools.
One of my favorite myths.
Grendel: What are you doin' in me swamp?!
Osp has sn cool version also
But i love youre Version too
Top Animation
That one paperback with cover art of a round, green Grendel, I always thought we was some sort of mossy slime monster with a skeleton.
Extra Credits: "Little did they know, that their horrors were not behind them. For another, more fearsome foe lurks in the shadows...and she will never forgive Beowulf for what he has done!"
Me: YEAH!!! Bring on the vengeance of 2007 CG Angelina Jolie!!!
I always imagined Grendel as Trogdor the Burninator
Quick point of correction: Beowulf wasn't a Swede, he was a Geat, a people from further south in modern day Sweden than the Swedes were.
Beowulf wasn’t kidding when he suggested a “dis-armed” combat...
Kudos to the Owl House reference at 1:57
I just want to imagine his mom be like
His mom: GRENDEL!!!!!!!!!!! STOP ANTAGONISING THE GUEST AND PUT SOME NICE CLOTHES ON!!!
grendel: MOOOOOOM YOUR EMBARRASSING ME!!!
i love love love extra mythology!
"How many sea-monsters have YOU killed, Brah?"
It hurt me in my soul every time you said "Heorot." It's pronounced much like "Beowulf" - "Hay-oh-rot."
I really recommend "Overly Sarcastic's" take on this story - it's hilarious. This was fun too.
If you're looking for a copy of Beowolf for your library, I suggest the Seamus Heaney's 2000 edition which has the original text and his translation, in verse form, on opposing pages.
2:15 At least Shrek can agreed with Grendel here.
Beowulf was a Geat, not Swedish, though I understand the simplification as Geatland was located entirely within the modern state of Sweden.
Oh please, the Geats were basically as much Swedes as the Svear were. Proven by the incredibly short time of cultural integration into Sweden. Aswell as the opinion of most scolars that the Geats were most culturally similar to the Svear, rather than danes or Norwegians.
1:55 King from The Owl House
Beowulf wasn't a Swede, he was a Geat.
The Geats were conquered, and subsumed, into Sweden. But worth pointing out.
6:30 when “unarmed combat” is what you agreed to
I mean... that's one way to disarm your foe...
Cant wait for the rest of the story of beawulf !😄
Grendel looks amazing.