The English troops were defeated, they fled into York; and the Ravager of the World was borne in triumph to the gates of the town.
"Harold, Book 10. The Last Of The Saxon Kings"
Edward Bulwer-Lytton
In the centre of this circle was placed the Ravager of the World, and round it a rampart of shields.
"Harold, Book 10. The Last Of The Saxon Kings"
Edward Bulwer-Lytton
Avoiding the side over which Tostig presided, he halted his array in full centre of the enemy, where the Ravager of the World, streaming high above the inner rampart of shields, showed the presence of the giant Hardrada.
"Harold, Book 10. The Last Of The Saxon Kings"
Edward Bulwer-Lytton