Chapter 19
In This Chapter
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...
Beregond
Citadel guard
Also known as: Guard of Minas Tirith
A Guard of the Citadel in Minas Tirith mentioned in connection with the defenses of Gondor....
Bergil
Young citizen
Also known as: Son of Gondor
A young boy of Minas Tirith, son of one of the guards. Represents the children and families that...
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...
Déorwine
Chief knight
Also known as: Chief of the King's Knights
Chief of King Théoden's knights and one of his most trusted warriors. Rides in the king's guard and...
Dernhelm
Mysterious young rider
Also known as: Young Rider
A young rider of Rohan who seems smaller and slighter than the other warriors. Rides with the...
Dúnhere
Mountain chieftain
Also known as: Chieftain of Harrowdale
A chieftain of Harrowdale who leads men of the mountain valleys. Tall and grim, he knows 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...
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...
Fell Beast
Flying mount of darkness
Also known as: Winged Steed
A monstrous flying creature that serves as mount for the Nazgûl. Neither bird nor bat, but a...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Anborn
Ranger guard
Also known as: Ranger of Ithilien
A Ranger of Ithilien stationed at Henneth Annûn. Guards the hidden waterfall entrance and maintains...
Arwen
Elven princess
Also known as: Undómiel
Daughter of Elrond and beloved of Aragorn. Called Undómiel (Evenstar) for her beauty. Her love...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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