He addressed Olmar thus: "What means, prithee, this strong equipment of war?
Or whither dost thou speed, King Olmar, mighty in thy fleet ?" Olmar.

"We are minded to attack the son of Fridleif.

And who art thou, whose bold lips ask such questions ?" Erik.

"Vain hope of conquering the unconquered hath filled thy heart; over Frode no man can prevail." Olmar.

"Whatsoever befalls, must once happen for the first time; and often enough the unexpected comes to pass." By this saying he let him know that no man must put too much trust in fortune.