Merton (ealdorman)

Merton (died c. 874) was a Mercian nobleman who served as ealdorman of Sciropescire during the late 9th century.
==Biography==
Under the rule of King Ceolwulf, Merton worked with the allied Sons of Ragnar to combat against the invading Britons led by King Rhodri the Great. Merton died in one of the battles against the Britons,Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – War Weary and his thegns including Orlaf, Eadric, and Baeldaeg were captured and held at the Dhustone Quarry.Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – The Supply Line
Following his death and the capture of Rhodri's brother Gwriad by Ivarr the Boneless, Merton was replaced by Bishop Deorlaf during the peace talks between the Britons and Mercian-Viking coaltion.
==Appearances==
*Assassin's Creed: Valhalla 
==References==
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