Beowulf
How does Beowulf prepare to battle Grendel?
Beowulf preparing for battle
Beowulf preparing for battle
Beowulf wants to battle Grendel alone (more or less). He asks the king to allow with the help of his men only. Beowulf says he will fight with no weapons to match Grendel who is weaponless. He stays awake all night listening and watching for the monster.