Chapter 16

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In This Chapter

Anárion

Co-founder of Gondor

Also known as: Brother of Isildur

Brother of Isildur and son of Elendil who helped found Gondor. Died defending Osgiliath during the...

Aragorn

Heir of Isildur and hunter

Also known as: Strider

Revealed to be Isildur's heir and the rightful king of Gondor and Arnor. Called Elessar by...

Arwen

Elven princess

Also known as: Undómiel

Daughter of Elrond and beloved of Aragorn. Called Undómiel (Evenstar) for her beauty. Her love...

Celeborn

Lord of Lothlórien

Also known as: Lord of Lothlórien

Lord of Lothlórien and consort to Galadriel. An Elf-lord of great wisdom and nobility, ruling the...

Celebrimbor

Ring-maker

Also known as: Lord of Eregion

The Elven-smith who forged the Rings of Power with Sauron's aid, not knowing the Dark Lord's true...

Durin

Father of Dwarves

Also known as: Durin the Deathless

The first of the Dwarf-fathers and founder of Khazad-dûm. His name is remembered in songs and his...

Eärnur

Last king of Gondor

Also known as: Last King of Gondor

The last king of Gondor who vanished when he accepted the Witch-king's challenge. His disappearance...

Elendil

Founder of the realms

Also known as: Elendil the Tall

Founder of the realms of Arnor and Gondor, and father of Isildur. Died alongside Gil-galad in the...

Elfhelm

Marshal of the Mark

Also known as: Marshal of Rohan

A marshal of the Mark who leads an éored of Rohirrim. Commands the loyalty of his riders and serves...

Elrond

Lord of Rivendell

Also known as: Lord of Rivendell

The Lord of Rivendell and keeper of Vilya, mightiest of the Three Rings of the Elves. Master of...

Éomer

Marshal of Rohan

Also known as: Éomer Éadig

A Marshal of Rohan who leads a company of Riders pursuing the Uruk-hai. Nephew to King Théoden, he...

Galadriel

Lady of Lothlórien

Also known as: Lady of Lothlórien

The Lady of Lothlórien, one of the mightiest of the Eldar in Middle-earth. Keeper of Nenya, one of...

Gandalf

Gandalf the White

Also known as: Gandalf the White

Returns transformed as Gandalf the White after his battle with the Balrog. More powerful than...

Gil-galad

Fallen High King

Also known as: High King of the Elves

The last High King of the Elves in Middle-earth who fell in the battle against Sauron. His name is...

Gimli

Dwarf warrior and tracker

Also known as: Son of Glóin

Despite his shorter legs, keeps pace with his companions in the pursuit of the Uruk-hai. His...

Guthláf

Royal banner-bearer

Also known as: Banner-bearer

The banner-bearer of King Théoden who carries the standard of Rohan into battle. A trusted warrior...

Isildur

Ancient king and ancestor

Also known as: King of Gondor and Arnor

Ancient king of Gondor and Arnor who cut the One Ring from Sauron's hand but failed to destroy it....

Legolas

Elven tracker

Also known as: Legolas Greenleaf

Continues to track the Uruk-hai with his keen elven senses, reading signs in the earth and air that...

Meriadoc Brandybuck

Captured hobbit

Also known as: Merry

Captured with Pippin by Uruk-hai. Shows quick thinking and courage despite their dire situation....

Peregrin Took

Captured hobbit

Also known as: Pippin

Captured along with Merry by Uruk-hai after the fellowship breaks. Shows resourcefulness by...

Radagast

Wizard of nature

Also known as: Radagast the Brown

One of the Istari wizards, focused on beasts and birds rather than the affairs of Men and Elves....

Shadowfax

Lord of Horses

Also known as: Lord of Horses

The chief of the Mearas, the great horses of Rohan. Silver-grey and incredibly swift, he bears...

Tar-Minastir

Ancient sea-king

Also known as: King of Númenor

A king of Númenor remembered in the histories and songs of Gondor. Represents the ancient glory and...

Théoden

King of Rohan (restored)

Also known as: King Théoden

King of Rohan, fallen under the influence of his counselor Wormtongue and seeming old and frail...

Wídfara

Scout and guide

Also known as: Scout of Rohan

A scout and rider of Rohan who serves as guide and messenger for the king's forces. Knows the lands...

Previously Seen

Aldor

Ancient king of Rohan

Also known as: Aldor the Old

An ancient king of Rohan remembered in the songs and histories of the Rohirrim. His name is invoked...

Anborn

Ranger guard

Also known as: Ranger of Ithilien

A Ranger of Ithilien stationed at Henneth Annûn. Guards the hidden waterfall entrance and maintains...

Barrow-wight

Ancient evil spirit

Also known as: Ancient spirit

An ancient evil spirit mentioned in connection with the dead and haunted places. Represents the...

Beechbone

Ent warrior

Also known as: The Ent

An Ent who participates in the attack on Isengard. Shows the fierce anger of the Ents when roused...

Belegorn

Ancient Ranger

Also known as: Ranger of old

An ancient Ranger of Ithilien remembered in the lore of Gondor. Represents the long tradition of...

Berserker Uruk

Demolition warrior

Also known as: The Torchbearer

A massive Uruk-hai who carries the torch to ignite the explosive device at Helm's Deep. Shows the...

Black Breath

Aura of despair

Also known as: Despair of the Nazgûl

The terrible aura of despair and fear that emanates from the Nazgûl. More than just terror, it is a...

Boromir

Fallen hero of Gondor

Also known as: Son of Denethor

Fights valiantly defending Merry and Pippin from the Uruk-hai, though he cannot prevent their...

Brego

Noble steed

Also known as: Horse of Rohan

A great horse of Rohan given to Aragorn by King Théoden. Swift and strong, he serves faithfully as...

Ceorl

Messenger and scout

Also known as: Rider of Rohan

A rider who brings word to King Théoden of the enemy's approach. Swift and reliable as a messenger,...

Damrod

Ranger of Ithilien

Also known as: Ranger of Ithilien

One of Faramir's Rangers of Ithilien. A skilled woodsman who helps capture Frodo and Sam, bringing...

Dead Face

Ancient phantom

Also known as: Phantom of the Marshes

One of the phantom faces seen in the Dead Marshes, appearing as a pale visage beneath the dark...

Denethor

Ruling Steward of Gondor

Also known as: Ruling Steward of Gondor

The Ruling Steward of Gondor and father of Boromir and Faramir. A proud and stern ruler who bears...

Dervorin

Defender of Gondor

Also known as: Man of Gondor

A man of Gondor mentioned among those who serve in the defense of the realm. Represents the common...

Elfhild

Former queen of Rohan

Also known as: Queen Elfhild

Mother of Théoden and queen of Rohan. Remembered fondly in the halls of Edoras for her grace and...

Elfstan

Border ranger

Also known as: Ranger of Ithilien

A Ranger serving in Faramir's company in the dangerous borderlands of Ithilien. Skilled in...

Eorl

First king and founder

Also known as: Eorl the Young

The first king of Rohan who led the Éothéod from the north and founded the kingdom. Ancestor of...

Éowyn

Lady of Rohan

Also known as: Lady of Rohan

Niece of King Théoden and sister to Éomer. A lady of Rohan with the heart of a warrior, she tends...

Erkenbrand

Lord of Westfold

Also known as: Lord of Westfold

Lord of Westfold who arrives with Gandalf and reinforcements at dawn to break the siege of Helm's...

Faramir

Captain of Rangers

Also known as: Captain of Gondor

Captain of the Rangers of Ithilien and younger son of Denethor. Unlike his brother Boromir, he is...

Fastred

Young warrior of Rohan

Also known as: Rider of Rohan

A young rider of Rohan who fights bravely at Helm's Deep. Quick and eager in battle, he represents...

Finglas

Ancient sleepy Ent

Also known as: Leaflock

One of the oldest Ents mentioned by Treebeard, who has grown sleepy and tree-like. Represents the...

Fladrif

Bark-skinned Ent

Also known as: Skinbark

An Ent whose skin has grown bark-like over the long years. One of those mentioned by Treebeard as...

Frodo

Ranger of Ithilien

Also known as: Ranger of Ithilien

A Ranger serving with Faramir's company in Ithilien. Not to be confused with the hobbit, he is a...

Frodo Baggins

Ring-bearer on final quest

Also known as: Mr. Frodo

Travels with Sam toward Mordor, bearing the increasing burden of the Ring. The Ring's weight grows...

Gamling

Captain of Rohan

Also known as: Gamling the Old

An old warrior of Rohan who serves as one of Théoden's trusted captains. Helps organize the defense...

Garulf

Warrior of Rohan

Also known as: Rider of Rohan

A rider who fights at Helm's Deep, showing the determination and skill of Rohan's warriors. Stands...

Gollum

Treacherous guide

Also known as: Sméagol

Captured by Frodo and Sam while following them. Swears by the Ring to guide them to Mordor, though...

Gothmog of Isengard

Orc field general

Also known as: Orc general

A general commanding orc forces at Helm's Deep. Shows the military hierarchy and command structure...

Gríma

Corrupted advisor

Also known as: Wormtongue

Théoden's counselor who has been poisoning the king's mind with lies and doubt. Pale and cringing,...

Grimbold

Marshal of Rohan

Also known as: Grimbold of Grimslade

A marshal of Rohan who fought at the Fords of Isen and later defended Helm's Deep. A veteran...

Grishnákh

Orc scout

Also known as: Orc of Mordor

An orc from Mordor who travels with Uglúk's band. Suspicious that the hobbits carry something...

Haldir

Elven march-warden

Also known as: Elf of Lothlórien

A march-warden of Lothlórien who arrives at Helm's Deep with a company of Elven archers to aid in...

Háma

Royal doorward

Also known as: Doorward of Théoden

The doorward of Théoden's hall, responsible for the king's safety. Shows wisdom in allowing Gandalf...

Helm Hammerhand

Legendary king

Also known as: Helm the Hammerhand

An ancient king of Rohan for whom Helm's Deep is named. Famous for his great strength and for...

Herubrand

Veteran rider

Also known as: Rider of Rohan

A veteran rider of Rohan who stands with his king at Helm's Deep. Experienced in warfare and loyal...

Horn

Defender of Rohan

Also known as: Rider of Rohan

A rider of Rohan who fights at Helm's Deep alongside his brothers-in-arms. Shows the steadfast...

Ingold

Border guard

Also known as: Guard of Gondor

A guard of Gondor who serves at the borders of Ithilien. Shows the vigilance and dedication of...

Lagduf

Orc warrior

Also known as: Orc of Isengard

An orc in the band that captured the hobbits. Shows the cruel nature and infighting common among...

Leaflock

Sleepy Ent elder

Also known as: Finglas

An Ent who has become very tree-like and sleepy, rarely moving from his chosen spot. One of the...

Lurtz

First Uruk-hai captain

Also known as: First of the Uruk-hai

The first and largest of Saruman's Uruk-hai, created in the pits of Isengard. A massive warrior who...

Mablung

Ranger of Ithilien

Also known as: Ranger of Ithilien

One of Faramir's trusted Rangers of Ithilien. A loyal soldier of Gondor who serves in the dangerous...

Madril

Border ranger

Also known as: Ranger of Ithilien

A Ranger of Ithilien who serves under Faramir's command. Skilled in woodcraft and border patrol, he...

Mardil

First Ruling Steward

Also known as: First Ruling Steward

The first Ruling Steward of Gondor who took power after King Eärnur's disappearance. Founder of the...

Mauhúr

Orc reinforcement leader

Also known as: Orc leader

An orc leader who brings reinforcements from Isengard. Shows the continued organization and support...

Mûmak Rider

Beast rider

Also known as: Oliphaunt commander

A warrior from the south who rides atop a great oliphaunt. Shows the exotic and formidable nature...

Muzgash

Uruk tracker

Also known as: Uruk tracker

An Uruk-hai tracker who helps pursue and capture the hobbits. Demonstrates the tracking skills and...

Orc Drummer

Military drummer

Also known as: War drummer

An orc who beats the war drums during the assault on Helm's Deep. Provides rhythm and coordination...

Quickbeam

Young Ent warrior

Also known as: Bregalad

A younger Ent who is 'hasty' by Ent standards. More quick to anger than other Ents, especially...

Samwise Gamgee

Loyal companion and guardian

Also known as: Sam

Remains utterly devoted to Frodo despite the growing dangers and his master's increasing burden....

Saruman

Fallen wizard

Also known as: Saruman the White

Revealed to have turned to darkness. Once the head of the White Council, he now seeks the Ring for...

Second Nazgûl

Nazgûl lieutenant

Also known as: The Dark Rider

One of the Nine Ringbearers who serves as lieutenant to the Witch-king. A fell spirit bound by one...

Sharku

Warg-riding scout

Also known as: Warg rider

An orc who rides a warg and leads scouts for Saruman's forces. Demonstrates the mobility and...

Skinbark

Ancient Ent

Also known as: Fladrif

An Ent who has grown weary and tree-like, dwelling near the mountains. His skin has become more...

Snaga

Orc scout

Also known as: Orc scout

A smaller orc in Uglúk's band who scouts ahead and carries messages. Shows the hierarchy and...

Southron Captain

Haradrim military leader

Also known as: Haradrim leader

A captain leading Southron forces through Ithilien toward the Black Gate. Commands warriors from...

Targon

Ranger guardian

Also known as: Guard of Henneth Annûn

A Ranger who guards the secret base of Henneth Annûn. Maintains watch over the hidden waterfall...

The Mouth of Sauron

Lieutenant of the Dark Lord

Also known as: Lieutenant of Barad-dûr

A Black Númenórean who serves as Sauron's messenger and lieutenant. Guards the Black Gate of Mordor...

Thengel

Former king of Rohan

Also known as: King Thengel

Father of Théoden and former king of Rohan. Remembered as a wise ruler who maintained the strength...

Théodred

Fallen prince and heir

Also known as: Prince Théodred

Son of King Théoden and heir to the throne of Rohan. The Second Marshal of the Mark who fell...

Treebeard

Eldest of the Ents

Also known as: Fangorn

An Ent, one of the ancient Tree-shepherds of Middle-earth. Tall as a tree himself, with bark-like...

Uglúk

Uruk-hai captain

Also known as: Uruk captain

A large Uruk-hai who leads the band that captured Merry and Pippin. Serves Saruman directly and...

Uruk Captain

Uruk military commander

Also known as: Captain of Isengard

A captain leading Uruk-hai forces in the assault on Helm's Deep. Commands battalions of Saruman's...

Vorondil

Ancient hunter

Also known as: The Hunter

An ancestor of the Stewards known for his great hunting skills. His horn, made from the horn of one...

Vrasku

Artillery commander

Also known as: Crossbow captain

A captain commanding crossbow units in Saruman's army at Helm's Deep. Shows the tactical...

Warg Chieftain

Pack leader

Also known as: Alpha warg

The largest and most fierce of the wargs serving Saruman. Leads the pack in attacks against the...

Witch-king of Angmar

Lord of the Nazgûl

Also known as: Lord of the Nazgûl

Chief of the Nazgûl and most terrible of the Nine Ringbearers. Once the Witch-king of Angmar, he...

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