Hrothgar had a friendship with Beowulf's father, who pledged allegiance to him when Hrothgar mended a feud between Beowulf's father and the Wulfing tribe. Because of this allegiance to the king, Beowulf travels to see him and offer his help in fighting and defeating Grendel unarmed.
Beowulf comes to see Hrothgar to offer his assistance in slaying the monster Grendel. ;
Beowulf comes to see Hrothgar to help him fight Grendel, motivated by loyalty to his father's friend, a sense of heroic duty, and the desire for fame. His journey is emblematic of the warrior culture that values bravery and the bonds of kinship. By offering his aid, Beowulf seeks to establish his own legacy through heroic deeds.
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