Settings and Characters correspond to actual history. The story is set in Scandinavia with values and cultures of the Bygone Era. In Scandinavia culture, strong, protecting Kings ask for loyal, courageous warriors capable of victory. They are honored with treasure in the mead-hall, along with a celebration of drinking, story-telling, and gifts. Danish royal families in Beowulf are historically correct portraying real people in that time. The Beowulf story was told orally throughout years before it was ever written.