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Freca, seeking a political alliance, asked Helm for the hand of his daughter in marriage for his son, Wolf. Helm denied this request outright and further insulted Freca, remarking on his expanding waistline. This led to a heated exchange where Helm ultimately struck Freca, killing him instantly. Following this confrontation, Helm declared Freca's kin as enemies, prompting them to flee.
The Siege of Helm's Deep
Fast-forward four years, and the realm of Rohan faced dire challenges. Gondor was under siege from Umbar's fleets, and Rohan found itself vulnerable to invasions from the east. Seizing the opportunity, the remnants of Freca's family, led by Wolf, rallied against Helm. They succeeded in taking the capital Edoras and crowned Wolf as king in Meduseld.