?Anglo-Saxon and Romance heroism have salient features that characterize them. On the one hand, in Anglo-Saxon literature the hero is depicted as a courageous warrior. These warriors give key importance to glory and are capable of fighting to death to defend their people and reach such glory. Undoubtedly, the perfect example of Anglo-Saxon heroism is described in the epic poem Beowulf. On the other hand, in a romance, chivalrous knights are usually the heroes. They are often pure in heart and soul, although very much tempted by the deceits of beautiful women. These heroes undergo a process of self-discovery in the course of their adventure, which enables them to reincorporate into society as a better version of themselves. In this sense, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight accurately represents the romantic hero. In this essay, I will compare and contrast both heroes, describing this divergent configuration of heroism. xfaBeowulf and Sir Gawain have similar virtues. They both have the qualities of valor, military prowess, skills in battle and honor. More important, they are brave and courageous to fight Grendel, the monster, or the giant Green Knight. For example, in line 433 Beowulf says: “Therefore, to heighten Hygelac’s fame And gladden his heart, I hereby renounce Sword and the shelter of the broad shield, The heavy war-board: hand-to-hand Is how it will be, a life-and-death Fight with the fiend.” Here, talking to Hrothgar, the hero states his intentions to fight bare-handed with Grendel and by doing so, not only he proves his audacity but also he expects Hygelac to win fame and glory. As regards figures of speech, we can notice the use of kenning “war-board” making ref