Unferth

Unferth is a thegn of the Danish Lord Hroogar. Unferth is secretly jealous of Beowulf because he always reflects on when Beowulf lost in the swimming match with Breca. Also, Unferth might be jealous because the King wants Beowulf to protect the mead-hall, not unferth. Unferth has a lot of pride in himself and hostility towards Beowulf but Unferth gives Beowulf a sword to use against Grendel's mother which shows some gratitude and hospitality.