Lines 195-500

Hrothgar

(195-209) While Hrothgar endured the terrors of Grendel, a warrior in Geatland heard about his unfortunate situation. He announced his plan to the elders, and they encouraged him with good omens. Enlisting fourteen men to journey with him, he set sail across the sea to the land of the Danes and to Hrothgar's aid. 
(210-229) The crossing was quick; strong winds and calm seas speeded them on their way and they soon sighted the cliffs of Denmark. They thanked God for an easy time at sea.  
(230-257) When they arrived on shore, the coast-guard, whose job it was to guard the cliffs from invaders, challenged them; remarking that they arrived very openly and had the bearings of noblemen.                          
 (258-285) At this the leader of the men stepped forward and explained his intentions of coming to help Hrothgar defeat Grendel.                                                                 
(286-319) The coast-guard believed what he said, and escorts them to Heorot. The guard then left them when they reached the magnificent stronghold.                              
  (320-355) After a weary walk the group finally reached the mead-hall, and were challenged by Hrothgar's herald. The leader of the men announced his name, Beowulf, and and requested an audience with King Hrothgar. Wulfgar, a Wendel chief known for his wisdom, then went to Hrothgar to tell of Beowulf's coming. 
(356-400) Wulfgar begged Hrothgar to hear them out, and Hrothgar replied that he had known Beowulf's father, Ecgtheow. He had heard great tales of Beowulf, and was overjoyed to know that he was here to save them from Grendel. He expressed his welcome, and Wulfgar relayed the message to Beowulf. 
(401-455) Leaving their weapons, they advanced to Hrothgar, and Beowulf addressed him. He gave an account of his exploits, and and declared he would fight Grendel. Beowulf also stated that it would be a terrible day for the Geats if he died. 
(456-500) Hrothgar then recollected the his friendship with Beowulf's father Ecgtheow, and told of Grendel's terrible raids. He also expressed how his Danish warriors and retainers dwindled in number until he had almost no followers left. Then the Geats and Danes feasted, with ministers filling the hall with rallying songs.