The Njál's Saga on Oswif
The Story Of Burnt Njal > 1. Of Fiddle Mord > 9. Thorwald Gets Hallgerda To Wife
- attribution: Oswif warned Thorwald that neither he nor Hallgerda were suited for each other
"that is not a match that will suit either of you," Oswif went on to say, "for she has a will of her own, and thou art stern-tempered and unyielding.""
The Story Of Burnt Njal > 1. Of Fiddle Mord > 11. Thorwald'S Slaying
- attribution: Oswif expressed doubt about Hallgerda's laughter being genuine
"I don't think her laughter so hearty as thou dost"
The Story Of Burnt Njal > 1. Of Fiddle Mord > 12. Thiostolf'S Flight
attestation: The magical darkness caused Oswif's men to ride off their horses and lose their way on the fell
"a mighty darkness came before their eyes, and they could not see"
attribution: Oswif recognized the magic as Swan's doing
"This is Swan's doing; 'twere well if nothing worse followed."
attribution: Oswif accepted the settlement, trusting Hrut's fairness despite Hauskuld making the award
"thou (speaking to Hrut) hast behaved so well about it that I trust thee thoroughly to make it."