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Einarr, often referred to by his byname Torf-Einarr, played a significant role in the political landscape of Orkney as one of the Norse earls during the early 890s to around 910. He was the son of the Norse jarl Rognvaldr and a member of a powerful family that ruled the Orkney Islands. Torf-Einarr was known for his strategic and sometimes ruthless political maneuvers, which included surprising and capturing Halfdan Hálegg in Rinansey, an event that highlights his influence and power in the region's politics. His actions and the control he exerted over Orkney were instrumental in shaping the political narrative of the islands during that period. The historical accounts and the mention of his name in various sources, such as the Wikipedia page on Torf-Einarr and the Orkneyinga Saga, underscore his importance in the political landscape of Orkney.