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Amarië

2011-09-08T21:55:29Z

Linathiel:

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}}'''Amarië''' ([[Quenya|Q]], pron. {{IPA|[aˈmari.e]}}) was a [[Vanyar]]in [[Elves|Elf]] who was loved by [[Finrod]].

[[Finrod]], son of [[Finarfin]], was a [[Noldor]]in prince who met Amarië in [[Valinor]]. Although in love with one another, they did not marry and Amarië did not follow Finrod into exile to [[Beleriand]];<ref name="S-Noldor">{{S|Noldor}}</ref> according to ''[[The Grey Annals]]'' this was because she was not permitted.<ref name="GA-1">{{GA|109}}</ref> Following Finrod's death, at the hands of [[Sauron]] during the [[Quest for the Silmaril]], he was brought back to life and lives with Amarië in Valinor.<ref name="GA-2">{{GA|180}}</ref>

==Etymology==
The [[Encyclopedia of Arda]] says that ''Amarië'' is difficult to interpret, but suggests it could include ''[[mar]]'', "home" in reference to Amarië's location at home in [[Aman]].<ref name="EOA">[http://www.glyphweb.com/arda/ Encyclopedia of Arda], "[http://www.glyphweb.com/arda/a/amarie.html Amarië]" (accessed [[January]] [[20 January|20]], [[2011]])</ref> [[Ruth S. Noel]] makes a similar interpretation and defines ''Amarië'' as "Of the Home" but is unable to identify whether the name is [[Sindarin]] or [[Quenya]].<ref name="LOTME">[[Ruth S. Noel]], ''[[The Languages of Tolkien's Middle-earth]]'' (revised edition), p. 108</ref>

==In Other Versions of the Legendarium==
Originally [[Finrod]] had a wife named ''Meril'' who went into exile and bore the child [[Gil-galad]] who were both sent to dwell in the [[Havens of the Falas]] for their safety.<ref name="WJ">{{WJ|Ruin}}, p. 242</ref> This was later to changed so Finrod had no child - with Gil-galad becoming the son of [[Orodreth]], Finrod's nephew - and Amarië's beloved remaining in Aman.<ref name="PM">{{PM|Shibboleth}}, p. 349</ref>

==See Also==
* [[:Category:Images of Amarië|Images of Amarië]]
* [[Elenwë]]
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User talk:Linathiel

2009-05-07T19:41:10Z

Linathiel:

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Galadriel

2009-04-14T05:37:57Z

Linathiel:

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{{noldor infobox
| image= [[Image:Sylvia Polster - Galadriel.jpg|250px]]
| name= Galadriel
| quenya= [[fn]] ''[[Artanis]]'', [[mn]] ''[[Nerwen]]''.
| titles= Lady of [[Lothlórien]], Lady of Light, Lady of the Wood, Lady of the [[Galadhrim]].
| birth= [[Years of the Trees 1364|Y.T. 1364]], [[Tirion]].
| realm= [[Tirion]], [[Lindon]], [[Eregion]], [[Lothlórien]].
| death= Passed [[West]] [[Third Age 3021|TA 3021]].
| age= 8,300.
| parentage= [[Finarfin]] and [[Eärwen]].
| spouse= [[Celeborn (Lord of Lórien)|Celeborn]].
| children= [[Celebrían]].
| gender= Female.
| hair= Radiant gold-silver.
| ref=''[[Unfinished Tales]]'', ''[[The Silmarillion]]'', ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''
|}}
{{quote|Very tall [Galadriel and Celeborn] were, and the Lady no less tall than the Lord; and they were grave and beautiful. They were clad wholly in white; and the hair of the Lady was of deep gold… but no sign of age was upon them, unless it were in the depths of their eyes; for these were keen as lances in the starlight, and yet profound, the wells of deep memory.|[[The Lord of the Rings]], ''[[The Mirror of Galadriel]]''}}
'''Galadriel''' was a [[Noldo]], one of the [[Calaquendi]], and arguably the most famous and powerful elf of the [[Third Age]]. She was one of the bearers of the [[Three Rings]], of [[Nenya]], and with it kept her realm of [[Lothlórien]] free of stain.

==History==
===Fostering and Life in Aman===

When a fourth child was born to [[Finarfin]], prince of the Noldor, and [[Eärwen]], princess of the [[Teleri]], her father named her ''Artanis'', which is "noble woman". She was unusually tall and strong as she grew, and so Eärwen’s name for her was ''Nerwen'', "man-maiden". But the most distinctive thing about her was her hair, which was of a rare silver-gold color, and dazzlingly bright. Her hair reflected her unusually diverse heritage, being half [[Teleri]]n (typified by silver hair), a quarter [[Noldor]]in (typified by dark hair), and a quarter [[Vanyar]]in (typified by golden hair). Despite her mixed blood, she was identified as a princess of the Noldor, as her father was the third son of [[Finwë]], [[High King of the Noldor]]. Yet according to [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]]’s later accounts she lived with her Telerin relatives in [[Alqualondë]].

It was in Alqualondë that she met [[Celeborn (Lord of Lórien)|Teleporno]], a young Telerin prince probably the son or grandson of [[Olwë]] (which would make him Artanis’s uncle or cousin)[[Galadriel#Other Versions of the Legendarium|*]]. They eventually fell in love, and he called her in his own [[Telerin]] tongue ''[[Alatáriel]]'' (later [[Sindarin]]ized as ''Galadriel''). She had another admirer as well: her half-uncle, [[Fëanor]]. Fëanor, being a lover of beauty and brilliance, noted her shining hair. He may have been inspired by her tresses to make the [[Silmarils]], both being said to capture the light of the [[Two Trees]]. He begged her to spare him some of her hair, but she refused him a single hair three times and he gave up. She had unusually strong powers of mental perception, and when she looked into his mind, she saw only darkness.

During the [[Darkening of Valinor]], she was just as fiery and visionary as Fëanor, although she despised him. During the troubles that followed she took no part in the atrocities against the Teleri during the [[Kinslaying of Alqualondë]], but urged Teleporno her beloved to sail across the [[Belegaer|Sea]] to [[Middle-earth]] by her side. He agreed for her sake, and so they both came under the [[Ban of the Valar]].

===First Age===

Once in [[Beleriand]] they were welcomed by King [[Thingol]] of [[Doriath]], as both were Telerin in origin. Thingol knew nothing of what had happened to his brother [[Olwë]] and the [[Calaquendi]], and they brought news. But they said nothing about the Kinslaying. Teleporno was Sindarinized as ''[[Celeborn (Lord of Lórien)|Celeborn]]'', and Artanis adopted Teleporno’s pet name for her, ''Alatáriel'', in its Sindarin form: ''Galadriel''. [[Image:456px-Donato_Giancola_-_Galadriel_and_the_mirror.jpg|right|thumb|''Galadriel and the mirror'' by [[Donato Giancola]].]]
After the rest of the Noldor arrived in Beleriand and the great [[Dagor-nuin-Giliath]] was fought, Galadriel re-established contact with her brothers, though her hate for the orphaned sons of Fëanor was still strong. She learned much from [[Melian]] during her days in Doriath, and occasionally spent time in [[Nargothrond]] with her eldest brother [[Finrod Felagund]]. She and Melian became friends, speaking often to one another about Valinor. Melian was eager to learn of the happenings of the Exile, but Galadriel would tell her nothing of what occurred after the death of the Trees. Eventually, however, as Melian’s guesses became more shrewd and accurate, Galadriel told her more, except for that of the death of Finwë, the Kinslaying, and the [[burning of the Ships]] at [[Losgar]]. Melian was able to discern some, and the rest came in rumors to Thingol’s ears. At last, egged on by the accusing words of Thingol, Angrod told all. Galadriel escaped being removed from Doriath by Thingol’s sympathy to the houses of Finarfin and [[Fingolfin]] for the wrongs they had suffered. All the same, she moved for a time to Nargothrond to live with Finrod. By [[First Age 300|300]], however, she had gone back to live in Doriath. Presumably, her husband lived with her there in peace.

Precisely where the twain were during the [[Sack of Nargothrond|destruction of Nargothrond]] in [[First Age 495| 495]] and [[Sack of Doriath|Doriath]] in [[First Age 503|503]]/[[First Age 506|506]] is unknown; perhaps they were there during the sacks and escaped one or both. It is not unlikely that after the destruction of the latter they went either to the [[Havens of Sirion]] or with their Telerin kin to the [[Isle of Balar]] with [[Círdan]]. If the former, they escaped the [[Third Kinslaying]] there, and either went into hiding in Beleriand or, more probably, went to the Isle of Balar. During the [[War of Wrath]], given the choice whether to stay in Middle-earth or not, they surprisingly decided to remain. Galadriel was still very proud, even arrogant, and refused to accept the pardon of the [[Valar]]. Either Celeborn felt the same way, or stayed for the sake of his wife.

===Second Age===

Galadriel and her husband stayed in [[Lindon]], the kingdom of Galadriel’s grandnephew [[Gil-galad]]. There they stayed for a while, ruling over a fiefdom of Noldor. Eventually they established or moved to [[Eregion]]. Celebrimbor lived there, and gradually grew in importance among the smiths. Perhaps because of Galadriel’s detestation (Celebrimbor being the last of the [[House of Fëanor]]), Celeborn and Galadriel made contact with the [[Nandor]] of [[Amdír]], who dwelt in a forest realm called [[Lórinand]]. They eventually crossed the [[Hithaeglir]] through [[Moria]] and relocated to there, becoming great among the Wood-elves.

Though Galadriel urged Celebrimbor against it, the Noldo collaborated with [[Annatar]] on the great process of making [[Rings of Power]]. By Annatar’s help, the Elves of Eregion created many rings, but both Celebrimbor and Annatar created greater rings of their own in secret. Celebrimbor wrought the [[Three Rings]] of the Elves, which were far more powerful than the lesser rings. Annatar, however, wrought the [[One Ring]]. When he placed it on his finger, the Elves were aware of his treachery, and took off their rings. Celebrimbor, afraid for his life but even more for the safety of the Three Rings, sent them to three of the [[Wise]]: [[Narya]] for Círdan, [[Vilya]] for Gil-galad, and [[Nenya]] for Galadriel. Very few even of the [[Eldar]] knew who hid each of these Rings. Celebrimbor was slain by [[Sauron]] not long after, and Eregion was laid waste. But the Three Rings were safe.

[[Image:Angus McBride - Galadriel.gif|thumb|left|250px|''Galadriel'' by [[Angus McBride]].]]In time Amdír, King of Lórinand, was slain in the [[Battle of Dagorlad]] during the [[War of the Last Alliance]]. Celeborn may have participated in the war, but the greatest effect it had on the twain (and Lórinand) was the destruction of Sauron and the loss of the [[One Ring]]. Galadriel was now free to use her ring. With Nenya, the Ring of Water, Galadriel made the realm of Lórinand even greater. With the power of her ring, she protected it from the intrusion of evils throughout the [[Third Age]].

===Third Age===

When [[Amroth]] son of Amdír perished, Celeborn and Galadriel ruled Lórinand (now known as [[Lothlórien]] or Lórien) jointly, and were called the [[Lord and Lady]]. Lothlórien blossomed, and Galadriel planted the [[mallorn]] seeds brought with her from Lindon, the only mallorns east of the Sea. They established [[Caras Galadhon]], and the realm of Lothlórien was one of light and life. It was during their days of power and glory in Lothlórien (either before or after the deaths of Amdír and Amroth) that Galadriel bore her first and only child: a daughter exceedingly fair named [[Celebrían]]. She married [[Elrond]], a close friend of Galadriel’s and bearer of [[Vilya]] after the death of Gil-galad during the Alliance. Celeborn and Galadriel had three grandchildren by her, one of whom, [[Arwen]], they were especially close to. But Celebrían was waylaid and tortured by [[Orcs]] in [[Third Age 2509|2509]], and passed West over the sea.

In [[Third Age 2463|2463]] the [[White Council]] was formed. Galadriel, being one of the [[Wise]] and the greatest threat to Sauron alive, was one of the members. Celeborn may have been as well, but this is not known for sure. She was a good friend of [[Gandalf the Grey]], and recommended that he be made head of the Council. But this distinction fell instead to [[Saruman]], whom she distrusted.

[[Image:Billy Mosig - The Mirror of Galadriel.jpg|thumb|right|250px|''The Mirror of Galadriel'' by [[Billy Mosig]].]]During the [[War of the Ring]], Galadriel met the [[Fellowship of the Ring]] in [[Third Age 3019|3019]]. She especially was attentive to the [[Hobbit]] [[Frodo Baggins]], who was the bearer of the [[One Ring]]. She showed him Nenya, and let him gaze into her [[Mirror of Galadriel|mirror]] of seeing. He offered her the One Ring, and despite the extreme temptation, she resisted it successfully. She sent the Fellowship off on their quest furnished with [[Gifts_of_Galadriel|gifts]]. The two most important gifts she gave were to [[Aragorn II|Aragorn]], whom she knew well and liked, and a [[dwarf]] named [[Gimli]]. To Aragorn she gave the [[Elfstone]], which she had worn, and Celebrían her daughter. She was unsure as to what to give Gimli, and asked what he wanted. After complimenting her beauty, he requested a single strand of her hair. Galadriel remembered the posing of a similar question by Fëanor, but had searched Gimli’s heart and knew that his intentions were pure. She rewarded him with three strands, which he was later to put into an imperishable crystal in memory of her.

Not long after the departure of the Fellowship she received the resurrected Gandalf. She reclothed and refurnished him, giving him a new staff. After Gandalf left, Lothlórien was subjected to three successive attacks by armies coming out of [[Dol Guldur]]. By the power of her Ring they were thrice repulsed. Celeborn then led [[Fall of Dol Guldur|an attack on Dol Guldur]] itself. Once the dark fortress was in the hands of the Galadhrim, Galadriel came, threw down its walls, and purified it of its evil. It was her last act of power, for the One Ring was destroyed, and the strength of Nenya waned and eventually vanished almost completely.

===Return to Valinor===

Galadriel attended the wedding of Aragorn with Arwen, then returned to Lothlórien. But in [[Third Age 3021|3021]], two years later, she bade farewell to Celeborn her husband and went West to Valinor. With her went the other two bearers of the Rings, Gandalf and Elrond, and Frodo and Bilbo Baggins who had borne the One Ring. They passed West, and came never again to Middle-earth. There in Valinor Galadriel must have tried to heal Frodo of his spiritual wounds. Whether she was successful or not is unknown. But sometime later during the [[Fourth Age]] she received Celeborn, her husband. And in [[Fourth Age 120]], it is said, she received Gimli her admirer, who died in Valinor.

==Characteristics==

Galadriel was very beautiful, her hair being the most notable feature about her. It reminded the Eldar of the light of the [[Two Trees]]. Galadriel, at least in her earlier years, was of a somewhat proud and rebellious nature. She was free-spirited, and during her time in Aman had many dreams of wide unexplored lands. Her favorite brother was Finrod, for he, too, shared this vision. She could explore the minds and hearts of others, and her gaze was seeing. It may be because of her unusual beauty and power that she became proud.

But by the Third Age she is also seen to act with wisdom and gentleness. In ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]'', she appears very gentle, firm, and wise. She was revered even more than Celeborn by the Galadhrim and all who met her.

==Other Versions of the Legendarium==

There is a bit of befuddlement and confusion in the story of Galadriel, which Tolkien revised multiple times. Originally, and in the published ''[[The Silmarillion|Silmarillion]]'', Galadriel supported Fëanor and even fought at Alqualondë. Then she met Celeborn in [[Doriath]], for Celeborn was one of the Sindar. This earlier account explains the difficulty of Celeborn and Galadriel being so closely related (the Eldar did not marry that close). Though it’s possible that Galadriel and Celeborn rebelliously defied the customs and laws, it is primarily because of this difficulty that some [[Tolkienists]] take the earlier account as canon.

The later account is the one used here, being considered more canon by most (being written and used later than other accounts). It is found in ''[[The Peoples of Middle-earth]]''.

== Genealogy ==
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[[Finarfin]] = [[Eärwen]]
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[[Finrod]] [[Angrod]] = [[Eldalótë]] [[Aegnor]] '''GALADRIEL''' = [[Celeborn, Lord of Lórien|Celeborn]]
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[[Orodreth of Nargothrond|Orodreth]] [[Celebrían]] = [[Elrond]]
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[[Gil-galad]] [[Finduilas of Nargothrond|Finduilas]] |
[[Arwen]] = [[Aragorn II|Aragorn Elessar]]

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== Portrayal in Adaptations ==
<gallery>
Image:Ralph Bakshi's Galadriel.jpg|Galadriel as portrayed in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]].
Image:Peter Jackson's Galadriel.jpg|[[Cate Blanchett]] as Galadriel in [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]].
Image:Galadriel lotr fotr.JPG|Galadriel as portrayed in [[Vivendi's The Fellowship of the Ring (game)|Vivendi's The Fellowship of the Ring]].
</gallery>

'''1978: ''[[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]]'':'''
:Galadriel is voiced by [[Annette Crosbie]].

'''1981: ''[[The Lord of the Rings (1981 radio series)|BBC Radio's The Lord of the Rings]]'':'''
:The voice of Galadriel is provided by [[Marian Diamond]].

'''2001: ''[[Peter Jackson's The Fellowship of the Ring]]'':'''
:Galadriel is played by [[Cate Blanchett]]. Galadriel narrates the Prologue, explaining the creation of the Rings of Power and the War of the Last Alliance. Earlier plans considered were to have either Frodo or Gandalf narrate the Prologue, but this was dropped: Frodo was not alive until thousands of years after these events happened, and although Gandalf was alive, he was not present in Middle-earth at the time; the Wizards came some one thousand years after the Prologue ends. Thus Galadriel narrates the Prologue, because she had first-hand accounts of this history and actively participated in its events.

'''2002: ''[[Vivendi's The Fellowship of the Ring (game)|Vivendi's The Fellowship of the Ring]]'':'''
:Galadriel, voiced by [[Jennifer Hale]], is the narrator of the Prologue and the Epilogue, and appears in Lothlórien.

'''2002: ''[[Peter Jackson's The Two Towers]]'':'''
:Galadriel frequently seems to be consulting telepathically with Elrond; there is some indication from the books that the two were able to communicate in some way, but the specific instances in the movies have no direct counterparts in the books. Further, the notion that Galadriel would send her warriors to assist at [[Helm's Deep]] is practically unthinkable in the context of the books, where Lothlórien]] was itself under threat of attack at the time.

'''2007: ''[[The Lord of the Rings Online]]'':'''
:Galadriel is a non-playable character, who narrates cutscenes. She is first seen during [[The Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria]] Book VI [[The Shadowy Abyss]]. The player can find here at [[Caras Galadhon]].

== In Popular Culture ==
* The name Galadriel has moved outside of Tolkien's work and into the wider world; parents occasionally give it to their daughters, and a number of rock bands and at least one high-end shop have adopted it as their own.
* Galadriel "Gilly" Hopkins is the protagonist in Katherine Paterson's novel ''[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_Gilly_Hopkins The Great Gilly Hopkins]''.
* In the 1980's cartoon series ''[[wikipedia:Visionaries:_Knights_of_the_Magical_Light|Visionaries:Knights of the Magical Light]]'', the main female knight is called "Galadria".

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Galadriel|Images of Galadriel]]

[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]
[[Category:Characters in The Lord of the Rings]]
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Arwen

2009-04-14T05:25:37Z

Linathiel:

{{half-elf infobox
| image=[[Image:Arwen Undomiel - Anya Valle.jpg|250px]]
| name=Arwen
| quenya=
| titles=Undómiel, Evenstar, Queen of Gondor
| birth=[[Third Age 241|T.A. 241]], [[Rivendell]]
| realm=[[Imladris]], [[Gondor]]
| death=[[Fourth Age 121|F.A. 121]]
| age=2,901 years
| gender=Female
| parentage=[[Elrond]] and [[Celebrían]]
| heritage=[[Half-elven]] father, [[Elf]] mother
| spouse=[[Aragorn II]]
| children=[[Eldarion]] and several daughters
| hair=Dark
|}}
{{quote|[[Frodo Baggins|Frodo]] saw her whom few [[mortals]] had yet seen; '''Arwen''', daughter of [[Elrond]], in whom it was said that the likeness of [[Lúthien]] had come on earth again; and she was called [[Undómiel]], for she was the [[Evenstar]] of her people.|''[[The Fellowship of the Ring]]'', [[Many Meetings]]}}
'''Arwen Undómiel''', often called '''Arwen Evenstar''', was the betrothed of [[Aragorn II]] in [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien's]] ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''. She is the daughter of [[Elrond]] and [[Celebrían]] (and therefore grand-daughter of [[Galadriel]]). She rejects her [[Elves|Elven]] immortality (which she had the ability to do, since she was a [[half-elven|half-elf]], thus having the choice to be counted as an elf or a man) to marry Aragorn and die with him.

== History ==
The romance between Aragorn and Arwen is reminiscent of that between the Man [[Beren Erchamion|Beren]] and the Elf [[Lúthien]], but as with many other tales of the Third Age, theirs is considered to be a pale copy of the deeds of earlier ages (Lúthien, for example, once defeated [[Sauron]] to rescue Beren). Still, few other marriages between Man and Elf are recorded in the annals of Tolkien.

A very young Aragorn encountered Arwen for the first time at [[Rivendell]], where he had been living; she had been staying with her grandmother in [[Lórien in Middle-earth|Lórien]]. He fell in love with her when he first saw her, but it was not until they met many years later in Lórien that she fell in love with him.

Arwen's first appearance in ''The Lord of the Rings'' is at Rivendell, when the [[Hobbit|Hobbits]] arrive there, and Aragorn is seen with her at one point—the first hint of their relationship. Later, when the [[Fellowship of the Ring|Fellowship]] come to [[Lórien in Middle-earth|Lothlórien]], he remembers their earlier meeting.

She enters the story again when, before taking to the [[Paths of the Dead]], Aragorn is met by a group consisting of [[Dúnedain]], his people, from the North, and Arwen's brothers, [[Elladan]] and [[Elrohir]]. They bring to him a banner on black cloth: a gift made by the hands of Arwen, and a sign that encourages him to take the difficult path. When it is unfurled at the [[Battle of the Pelennor Fields]] to reveal the emblem of [[Elendil]] in ''[[mithril]]'', gems, and gold, it is the first triumphant announcement of the King's return.

Arwen is mostly a minor character in Tolkien's ''Lord of the Rings'', but she is nevertheless described in detail in the Appendices after the third volume, ''[[The Return of the King]]''. She does, however, play a role in the plot which is disproportionate to the number of scenes in which she appears. When [[Éowyn]] falls in love with Aragorn it is his fidelity to Arwen that forbids him from reciprocating, thereby motivating Éowyn's subsequent actions during the [[Battle of the Pelennor Fields]] which have major repercussions for the defence of Middle-earth. Arwen continually serves as inspiration and motivation for Aragorn, who must become King before he may wed her—not an insignificant task, considering the many long years he devotes to this cause.

Arwen was actually a very distant relative of Aragorn, being his first cousin sixty-three times removed. By their marriages the long-sundered lines of the [[Half-elven]] were joined. Their union also served to unite and preserve the bloodlines of the Three Kings of the High Elves ([[Ingwë]], [[Finwë]], and brothers [[Olwë]] and [[Elwë]]) as well as the only line with [[Maiar]] blood through Arwen's great-great-great grandmother, [[Melian]].

Arwen gave up her life in 121 of the Fourth Age, at [[Cerin Amroth]] in Lórien, after the death of Aragorn.

== Etymology ==
''Arwen'' means "Noble Maiden" in [[Sindarin]] (from ''[[ara]]-'' = "noble" and ''[[wen]]'' = "maiden"). Her [[epessë]], "'''Undómiel'''", means "Evenstar", from ''Undómë'' "evening twilight" and ''[[elen|el]]'' "star".

== Portrayal in Adaptations ==
[[Image:Arwen from Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings.jpg|thumb|left|[[Liv Tyler]] plays as Arwen in [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]] Trilogy.]]
Arwen does not appear in [[Ralph Bakshi]]'s 1978 adaptation of ''[[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings|The Lord of the Rings]]'', nor in the 1980 [[Rankin/Bass]] adaptation of ''[[Rankin/Bass' The Return of the King|The Return of the King]]''.

In [[Peter Jackson]]'s [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings|''The Lord of the Rings'' film trilogy]], Arwen is played by [[Liv Tyler]]. Various additional scenes pertaining to Arwen are inserted, some of which deviate from the books and some of which seem inspired by the ''Tale of Aragorn and Arwen''.

In the first film, she sneaks up to find Aragorn and single-handedly rescues [[Frodo Baggins]] from the [[Black Riders]] at [[Bruinen]], thwarting them with a sudden flood, summoned by an incantation. In the book, it was [[Glorfindel]] who put Frodo on horseback and sent him alone to flee the Black Riders, and Elrond and [[Gandalf]] who arranged the flood. In the book, Frodo makes his own stand against the Black Riders; in the movie Arwen defends him. During this flight, Arwen wields the sword Hadhafang, stated to have once been wielded by her father in film merchandise. This sword, however, does not appear in the books at all; in fact, in the books, Arwen is never mentioned as armed (but she ''could'' have armed and defended herself as needed; see below).

Following the aforementioned scenes, the deviations include a scene in which Aragorn is injured and has a dream about Arwen (who kisses him), a scene where Arwen has a fight with her father about leaving for [[Valinor]], and a scene where she (with [[Figwit]]) actually departs for Valinor and then suddenly returns when she sees an image of her future son, Eldarion. (In the books, it can hardly have been surprising to Arwen that she and Aragorn might have children together, since she herself is the descendant of two similar unions.)

Also, and perhaps most importantly, she apparently becomes sick with grief in the film version of ''The Return of the King'' — possibly over Aragorn's seemingly hopeless cause and his impending death — soon after she rides back from the road to the [[Grey Havens]]. Elrond takes the reforged [[Narsil]], now [[Andúril]], to Aragorn at Dunharrow, and tells him that her fate has become bound with the [[One Ring]], and that she is dying. However, no explanation is ever given for these statements, not even in the Extended Editions. Later, after the Ring is destroyed, Arwen shows up at Aragorn's coronation looking no worse for wear.

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[[Image:John_Howe_-_Arwen.jpg|thumb|Arwen Evenstar]]
Arwen had a very small visible role in the books outside of the [[The Tale of Aragorn and Arwen|Appendix]] (due to Tolkien conceiving the character late in the writing; Aragorn was originally supposed to marry Éowyn, as related in ''[[The History of Middle-earth]]''). In addition to making Arwen a more visible character, the change employs the principle of "economy of characters". Characters like [[Glorfindel]] (the Elf who helps Frodo by lending him his horse and later aiding his companions in driving the Ringwraiths into the water in the book), who appear once and perform only a few tasks, are often excised from film interpretations.

In earlier copies of the script (when the movies were supposed to be filmed in two parts under a different production company), Arwen actually fought in the [[Battle of the Hornburg|Battle of Helm's Deep]] and brought the sword [[Andúril]] to Aragorn. Some attribute the elimination of her character from the sequence to an early script leak. Another story is that [[Liv Tyler]] herself felt that the character's involvement in Helm's Deep was inappropriate, and convinced Jackson and his team to leave her out of the sequence, although the team did film at least part of her planned appearance at Helm's Deep.

These changes have met with mixed reactions. Many fans were upset because they seemed to pander to the lowest common denominator — that in order to make Arwen a "worthwhile" or "strong" character, she had to be a warrior — while in the books, her strength stems from her brave choice to forsake immortality and live a mortal life with Aragorn, which did not involve martial skill. Furthermore, there is already a skilled female warrior present in the story — namely Éowyn, but she first appears in the second part of the film trilogy. Some fans felt it odd to make it a point to insert a female warrior into a story which already had a prominent one, because this detracts from Éowyn's bravery in riding to battle. Also, he dominance at the Ford scene detracts from Frodo's bravery in the book (though admittedly the film Frodo is barely conscious - a case of Jackson "upping the ante"). However, in the second and third films in which Éowyn appears, Arwen's martial abilities are not shown at all.

Some criticize ''The Lord of the Rings'' for including few named female characters (though of course unnamed women are present, along with unnamed men) and thus accuse Tolkien of sexism. However, in the essay ''Laws and Customs among the Eldar'', which appears in ''[[Morgoth's Ring]]'', Tolkien writes that male and female Elves are in fact viewed in Elven society as equals, save for the fact that only the females are capable of childbearing and are thus viewed as literally holding the future of their people in their hands. It is for this reason that they traditionally refrain from going to war (although they are still trained in all the aspects of combat taught to male Elves), usually occupying themselves during wartime as healers. As the text itself states:

:''In all such things, not concerned with the bringing forth of children, the ''neri'' and ''nissi'' (that is, the men and women) of the Eldar are equal – unless it be in this (as they themselves say) that for the ''nissi'' the making of things new is for the most part shown in the forming of their children, so that invention and change is otherwise mostly brought about by the ''neri''. There are, however, no matters which among the Eldar only a ''nér'' can think or do, or others with which only a ''nís'' is concerned. There are indeed some differences between the natural inclinations of ''neri'' and ''nissi'', and other differences that have been established by custom (varying in place and in time, and in the several races of the Eldar). For instance, the arts of healing, and all that touches on the care of the body, are among the Eldar most practised by the ''nissi''; whereas it was the elven-men who bore arms at need. And the Eldar deemed that the dealing of death, even when lawful or under necessity, diminished the power of healing, and that the virtue of the ''nissi'' in this matter was due rather to their abstaining from hunting or war than to any special power that went with their womanhood. Indeed in dire straits or desperate defence, the ''nissi'' fought valiantly, and there was less difference in strength in speed between elven-men and elven-women that had not borne child that is seen among mortals. On the other hand many elven-men were great healers and skilled in the lore of living bodies, though such men abstained from hunting, and went not to war until the last need.'' '''''(Morgoth's Ring, The Second Phase, Laws and Customs Among the Eldar)'''''

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Arwen|Images of Arwen]]

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2009-04-14T05:21:57Z

Linathiel:

Category:Images of Lake Mithrim

2008-06-20T01:31:56Z

Linathiel:

Images of [[Lake Mithrim]].
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File:J.R.R. Tolkien - Lake Mithrim.jpg

2008-06-20T01:31:31Z

Linathiel:

This watercolour by [[J.R.R. Tolkien]], dated 1927, was published in [[The Silmarillion Calendar 1978]], together with the heraldic devices of [[Fëanor]], [[Fingolfin]], [[Hador]], and [[Eärendil]], who were associated with the region (Earendil through his father [[Tuor]]). [[Lake Mithrim]] lay in the east of [[Hithlum]]; about its shores the divided hosts of the [[Noldor|Noldorin]] [[Elves]] made their encampments after their return to [[Middle-earth]] ([[The Silmarillion]] Chapter 13, [[Of the Return of the Noldor]]).

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Lake Mithrim

2008-06-20T01:30:17Z

Linathiel:

[[Image:J.R.R. Tolkien - Lake Mithrim.jpg|thumb|350px|''Lake Mithrim'', by [[J.R.R. Tolkien]].]]
'''Lake of Mithrim''' was the body of water north of [[Beleriand]] where the [[Noldor]] first dwelt in [[Middle-earth]]: the [[Sons of Fëanor]] on the northern shore and [[Fingolfin|Fingolfin's]] host on the southern shore.

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Falathrim

2008-06-20T01:28:57Z

Linathiel:

[[Image:Falathrim Elf by Breogan.jpg|thumb|left|250px|''Falathrim Elf,'' drawn by [[Breogán]].]]
The '''Falathrim''' ('Coast Elves', [[Sindarin]]) were the shoreland people of the [[Falas]] who took [[Círdan the Shipwright]] as their lord from the beginning, and was also the last to leave [[Middle Earth]] forever. Of [[Teleri|Telerin]] descent, these Elves remained in [[Beleriand]] when their kin journeyed to [[Valinor]] at the persuasion of the [[Maiar|Maia]] [[Ossë]]. They were the second of two "subdivisions" of the Teleri to stay behind, the other being the [[Eglath]], who stayed behind to find their lost lord Elwë. Their last home on Middle-Earth before finally leaving for the Undying Lands was the Grey Havens, but before that the dwelt mainly in the ancient havens of [[Eglarest]] and [[Brithombar]].

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Falathrim

2008-06-20T01:28:27Z

Linathiel:

[[Image:Falathrim Elf by Breogan.jpg|thumb|250px|''Falathrim Elf,'' drawn by [[Breogán]].]]
The '''Falathrim''' ('Coast Elves', [[Sindarin]]) were the shoreland people of the [[Falas]] who took [[Círdan the Shipwright]] as their lord from the beginning, and was also the last to leave [[Middle Earth]] forever. Of [[Teleri|Telerin]] descent, these Elves remained in [[Beleriand]] when their kin journeyed to [[Valinor]] at the persuasion of the [[Maiar|Maia]] [[Ossë]]. They were the second of two "subdivisions" of the Teleri to stay behind, the other being the [[Eglath]], who stayed behind to find their lost lord Elwë. Their last home on Middle-Earth before finally leaving for the Undying Lands was the Grey Havens, but before that the dwelt mainly in the ancient havens of [[Eglarest]] and [[Brithombar]].

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Falathrim

2008-06-20T01:27:26Z

Linathiel:

[[Image:Falathrim Elf by Breogan.jpg|thumb|right|''Falathrim Elf,'' as drawn by [[Breogán]].]]
The '''Falathrim''' ('Coast Elves', [[Sindarin]]) were the shoreland people of the [[Falas]] who took [[Círdan the Shipwright]] as their lord from the beginning, and was also the last to leave [[Middle Earth]] forever. Of [[Teleri|Telerin]] descent, these Elves remained in [[Beleriand]] when their kin journeyed to [[Valinor]] at the persuasion of the [[Maiar|Maia]] [[Ossë]]. They were the second of two "subdivisions" of the Teleri to stay behind, the other being the [[Eglath]], who stayed behind to find their lost lord Elwë. Their last home on Middle-Earth before finally leaving for the Undying Lands was the Grey Havens, but before that the dwelt mainly in the ancient havens of [[Eglarest]] and [[Brithombar]].

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Maedhros

2008-06-20T01:25:08Z

Linathiel:

{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Anna Lee - Maedhros.jpg|250px]]
| name=Maedhros
| quenya=[[fn]] ''Nelyafinwë'' ([[mn]] ''Maitimo''; also ''Russandol'')
| titles=Eldest of the [[Sons of Fëanor]], the Tall
| birth=c. [[Years of the Trees 1234|Y.T. 1234]], [[Tirion]]
| realm=[[March of Maedhros]]
| death=[[First Age 583|F.A. 583]]
| age=3100+
| parentage=[[Fëanor]] + [[Nerdanel]]
| spouse=None
| children=
| gender=Male
| hair=(Dark) red
| ref=''[[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]'', ''[[The Silmarillion]]''
|}}
'''Maedhros''' was one of the princes of the [[Noldor]] and was eldest of the [[Sons of Fëanor]].

After the banishment of [[Fëanor]] from [[Tirion]] in [[Valinor]] he went with his father to [[Formenos]]. When [[Morgoth]] killed Finwë and stole Fëanor's beloved [[Silmarils]], Maedhros was the first son to take the terrible [[Oath of Fëanor]] to recover the holy jewels.

The Oath took Maedhros, his father and his brothers to Middle-earth during the First Age where they established realms in exile, waged war against the armies of Morgoth, fought their own [[Elvish]] kind, and eventually brought ruin upon their House.
[[Image:Ted Nasmith - Maedhros Casts Himself into a Chasm.jpg|thumb|left|''Maedhros Casts Himself into a Chasm'' by [[Ted Nasmith]].]]

Shortly after the [[Dagor-nuin-Giliath]] in which Fëanor was killed, Maedhros was captured by Morgoth and hung by the wrist of his right hand upon the face of a precipice of [[Thangorodrim]]. In a daring rescue, his cousin [[Fingon]], helped by [[Thorondor]] the King of Eagles, saved him from torment but he had to cut off Maedhros's hand to release him from the shackle. In gratitude for this, and in atonement for Feanor's desertion of Fingon's house, Maedhros relenquished all claim as the heir of Finwë and made his uncle [[Fingolfin]], Fingon's father, [[High King of the Noldor]], something his brothers did not like.

Seeing that his brothers were likely to cause feuds with their kinsmen, Maedhros moved them out of [[Hithlum]], and later ruled the lands around the [[Hill of Himring]], which became known as the [[March of Maedhros]]. Allied with Fingolfin, he won the battle of [[Dagor Aglareb]], and, thanks to his daring deeds during the [[Dagor Bragollach]], [[Himring]] stood while many other elven realms fell.

Hearing words of deeds of [[Beren Erchamion|Beren]] and [[Lúthien]], he took hope and gathered his brothers and united with other Elven Houses to create the [[Union of Maedhros]], an alliance to lay siege to Morgoth's fortress of [[Angband]]. The Union and the siege was utterly broken after the defeat in the [[Nirnaeth Arnoediad]]. Himring was garrisoned by [[Orcs]].

Maedhros had learned that [[Elwing]] of [[Doriath]], granddaughter of Lúthien and Beren, had inherited the Silmaril that they had recovered from Morgoth. Still driven by the Oath, he allowed his brother [[Celegorm]] to convince him to attack Doriath. Celegorm, [[Caranthir]], and [[Curufin]] were slain by Beren's son, [[Dior Eluchíl]], the King of Doriath, who was in-turn slain by them. Dior's sons, [[Eluréd]] and [[Elurín]], were captured and abandoned by Celegorm's servants in the forest, leading Maedhros to search for the innocent youths. After learning that Elwing had survived, he and his surviving brothers descended with an army upon the remnants of the people of Doriath living in the [[Havens of Sirion]]. The Noldorin princes killed many Elves and captured Elwing's sons [[Elrond]] and [[Elros]] in the sack, but she and her husband [[Eärendil the Mariner|Eärendil]] escaped to the [[Aman|West]] with the jewel.

After the [[War of Wrath]], he and his last surviving brother, [[Maglor]] stole the two remaining Silmarils taken by the [[Valar]] from Morgoth. But because of the evil deeds committed by the brothers to regain the jewels, they burned in Maglor's and Maedhros's hands. Unable to bear the suffering, Maedhros cast himself and the Silmaril he carried into a fiery chasm in the Earth.

== Etymology ==
Maedhros' [[father-name]] was ''Nelyafinwë'' ("Finwë the Third"; shorter form ''Nelyo''), as his grandfather and father both shared the name ''Finwë''. His [[mother-name]] was ''Maitimo'' ("Well-shaped One"), for he was noted for his comeliness. He was also called ''Russandol'' ("Copper-top"), referring to the dark red hair he inherited from his grandfather [[Mahtan]]. The name Maedhros is [[Sindarin]], and is said to mean "Pale-glitter" in ''[[The Etymologies]]''. In ''[[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]'', however, this Sindarin name is explained as having been derived from a contraction of his mother-name with his [[epessë]] (''Mait-''+''Rus-'').

== Genealogy ==
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[[Finwë]] = [[Míriel Serindë|Míriel]]
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=== See Also ===
* [[:Category:Images of Maedhros|Images of Maedhros]]

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Falathrim

2008-06-20T01:23:20Z

Linathiel:

The '''Falathrim''' ('Coast Elves', [[Sindarin]]) were the shoreland people of the [[Falas]] who took [[Círdan the Shipwright]] as their lord from the beginning, and was also the last to leave [[Middle Earth]] forever. Of [[Teleri|Telerin]] descent, these Elves remained in [[Beleriand]] when their kin journeyed to [[Valinor]] at the persuasion of the [[Maiar|Maia]] [[Ossë]]. They were the second of two "subdivisions" of the Teleri to stay behind, the other being the [[Eglath]], who stayed behind to find their lost lord Elwë. Their last home on Middle-Earth before finally leaving for the Undying Lands was the Grey Havens, but before that the dwelt mainly in the ancient havens of [[Eglarest]] and [[Brithombar]].

Image:Falathrim Elf by Breogan.jpg

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Éomer

2008-06-20T01:20:43Z

Linathiel:

{{rohirrim infobox
| image=[[Image:Eomer by Breogan.jpg|250px]]
| name=Éomer
| othernames= Éomer Éadig.
| position=[[King of Rohan]].
| noinline=18
| birth= [[Third Age 2991]].
| rule= [[Third Age 3019]] - [[Fourth Age 63]].
| death= [[Fourth Age 63]], aged 93 years.
| gender=Male.
| description=6' 6" tall, strong, blonde hair.
| parentage=[[Éomund]] and [[Théodwyn]].
| spouse=[[Lothíriel]].
| children=[[Elfwine]].
|}}
'''Éomer''' was the eighteenth [[Kings of Rohan|King of Rohan]], and first of the Third Line. His name is likely derived from the Anglo-Saxon words "eoh" ("war-horse"), and possibly "mēre", ("grand, excellent, famous"). In a note written well after the initial publication of ''The Lord of the Rings'', Tolkien gave Éomer's height as 6 feet 6 inches tall ("of like height with [[Aragorn]]").

Éomer, of the [[House of Eorl]], was the son of [[Théodwyn]], sister of King [[Théoden]] of [[Rohan]], and [[Éomund]], a Chief Marshal of the Riddermark. He had a sister [[Éowyn]]. After they were orphaned Théoden adopted them as his own children.

He was tall, strong and possessed of great passion and also was considered a valiant and splendid warrior and a discerning and decent man. Eomer became a great, wise and skilled warrior and rider.

Éomer was third [[Marshal of the Mark]], and was a strong leader of [[Men]]. His [[Éored]] hunted down the [[Uruk-hai]] that had taken [[Meriadoc Brandybuck]] and [[Peregrin Took]] as they camped near [[Fangorn Forest]], slaying them all. He never saw the [[Hobbits]], as they fled during the battle. Afterwards he met Aragorn, [[Gimli]] and [[Legolas]] in the plains of Rohan, and he gave them two [[horses]].

Éomer returned to Edoras, and reported on meeting the Ranger and friends. However, he was arrested after threatening [[Gríma Wormtongue]] because of his advances on Éomer's sister.

He was set free when Théoden recovered from the influence of [[Saruman]] the White, and was with his king at the [[Battle of the Hornburg]], where he and his éored drove the [[Orcs]] and [[Dunlendings]] of Saruman from the walls of the [[Hornburg]] and into the [[Huorn]] forest, where they were killed.

Afterwards he rode with Théoden, Aragorn, and [[Gandalf]] to [[Isengard]], where they confronted a trapped Saruman. Éomer rode with his king to the [[Battle of the Pelennor Fields]], and fought bravely for Rohan and [[Gondor]].

In the year 3019 at the Battle of the Pelennor Fields Théoden was killed, and Éomer became his successor. He stayed long behind in [[Minas Tirith in Gondor|Minas Tirith]] to help Aragorn rebuild his kingdom, before returning home to be crowned king himself.

Éomer renewed the [[Oath of Eorl]] for Aragorn after Aragorn had been crowned King Elessar of the [[Reunited Kingdom]], and Éomer had been crowned King of Rohan, swearing everlasting friendship between Rohan and Gondor (and legalizing [[Cirion]]'s grant of [[Calenardhon]] to the [[Éothéod]].)

He became known as '''Éomer Éadig''', or "the Blessed", because during his reign Rohan recovered from the hurts of the War and became a rich and fruitful land again.

Éomer had met Princess [[Lothíriel]], daughter of Prince [[Imrahil]] of [[Dol Amroth]] during his stay in Gondor, and they were wed. She bore him a son [[Elfwine]] the Fair, who succeeded his father as the King of Rohan, after Éomer's death in the year [[Fourth Age]] 63.

Éomer's sword was called [[Gúthwinë]] (Old English ''battle-friend'').

== Portrayal in Adaptations ==
[[Image:Karl Urban as Eomer.jpg|thumb|left|[[Karl Urban]] as Éomer in [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]].]]

In [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]] Éomer is portrayed by [[New Zealand]] actor [[Karl Urban]]. In [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]] Éomer is pictured in the film and is crucial to the plot, but does not have any lines.

In both Ralph Bakshi's animated film and the Peter Jackson's movie trilogy, Éomer is an outcast and renegade until he arrives at Helm's Deep, summoned by Gandalf. In this sense, his character has been combined with the character of [[Erkenbrand]], who is the one that Gandalf returns to [[Helm's Deep]] with in the book.

In the [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings|Peter Jackson's films]], Éomer is explicitly exiled by Gríma before meeting Aragorn (which the animated film only hints at). He is more prominent in the book than in these films, since they focus on Théoden and Éowyn more.

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Éomer|Images of Éomer]]
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Éowyn

2008-06-20T01:19:56Z

Linathiel:

{{rohirrim infobox
| image=[[Image:Eowyn by Breogan.jpg|250px]]
| name=Éowyn
| othernames=White Lady of Rohan, Dernhelm, and Lady of the Shield-arm.
| position=Lady of Rohan.
| noinline=
| birth=[[Third Age 2995]].
| rule=
| death=Some time during the early [[Fourth Age]].
| gender=Female.
| description=
| parentage=[[Éomund]] + [[Théodwyn]].
| spouse=[[Faramir]].
| children=[[Elboron]].
|}}
{{quote|Then, '''Éowyn of Rohan''', I say to you that you are beautiful. In the valleys of our hills there are flowers fair and bright, and maidens fairer still; but neither flower nor lady have I seen till now in Gondor so lovely, and so sorrowful. It may be that only a few days are left ere darkness falls upon our world, and when it comes I hope to face it steadily; but it would ease my heart, if while the Sun yet shines, I could see you still. For you and I have both passed under the wings of the Shadow, and the same hand drew us back.|[[Faramir (son of Denethor II)|Faramir]], ''[[The Steward and the King]]''}}
'''Éowyn''' ([[Third Age]] 2995 – [[Fourth Age]] ?), the '''Lady of Rohan''', was also known as the [[Lady of the Shield-arm]], the [[White Lady of Rohan]][[#Notes|1]], and Lady of Ithilien. She was a member of the [[House of Eorl]] and the niece of King [[Théoden]] of [[Rohan]]. She was the daughter of Théoden's sister, [[Théodwyn]], and [[Éomund of Eastfold]]. Her brother was [[Éomer Éadig]].

== History ==
Following the [[Battle of the Hornburg]], Éowyn was left to care for [[Meduseld]] while Théoden and Éomer led the remaining [[Rohirrim]] to save [[Minas Tirith in Gondor|Minas Tirith]]. King Théoden in fact named her ruler of [[Rohan]] in his and Éomer's absence when the Doorward [[Háma]] recommended that one of "The House of Eorl" should rule. (As Théoden first only thought of male members, and he and Éomer were the last males of the House, but Háma reminds them of Éowyn, who is "fearless" and that "all love her".) Frustrated by unrequited love for [[Aragorn II|Aragorn]] and longing for the glory of battle, she disguised herself as a man, and under the alias of '''Dernhelm''', traveled with the Riders of Rohan, carrying with her [[Meriadoc Brandybuck|Merry]], who was also ordered to remain.

During the [[battle of the Pelennor Fields]] she fought by King Théoden, and when he was injured during combat with the [[Witch-king of Angmar]], she and Merry scrambled to help him. Confronting the Witch-king, who boasted that "no living man may hinder me," she removed her helmet, exposing her long blond hair and declaring,

<blockquote>''"No living man am I! You look upon a woman."''</blockquote>

Just as MacDuff disconcerted [http://en.wikisource.org/wiki/The_Tragedy_of_Macbeth Macbeth] by revealing he was not "of woman born", Lady Éowyn found the loophole in the 1,000-year-old prophecy by [[Glorfindel of Rivendell|Glorfindel]], fulfilling that the Witch-king would not be slain by a man. However, the Witch-king actually recited the prophecy incorrectly: he said that "no living man may hinder me," though the prophecy actually said that "Not by the hand of Man ''will'' he fall." Glorfindel's prophesy, unlike his own version, implies that the Witch-king will eventually fall, and the Witch-king likely overestimated his own power and believed he would never be defeated.

Lady Éowyn slew the Witch-king after Merry stabbed him behind the knee. Strictly speaking, Merry is also "no man," being a [[Hobbit]]. However, the stab behind the knee likely wouldn't have been fatal, even if it did break the bonds that "bent his unseen sinews to his will." The consensus seems to be that Merry's stab made the Witch-King vulnerable while Eowyn's slash actually resulted in death. She was granted the title "Lady of the Shield-arm" after the Battle in recognition of her triumph over the Witch-king.

Lady Éowyn was severely injured in this fight, and because of the poisonous effect of the Nazgûl, she faced near-certain death; however, she was treated in time by Aragorn during his brief rest in [[Minas Tirith in Gondor|Minas Tirith]]. Since she didn't yet recover completely, she couldn't join Aragorn's army on their way to [[Mordor]]. However, while recuperating in the [[Houses of Healing]], she met [[Faramir son of Denethor II|Faramir]], with whom she fell in love. After the demise of [[Sauron]], the happily wed couple settled in [[Ithilien]], of which Faramir was made the ruling Prince. Éowyn was not known as the Princess of Ithilien, rather as the Lady of Ithilien. They had at least one son (likely [[Elboron]]), and their grandson was [[Barahir grandson of Faramir|Barahir]], who wrote ''[[The Tale of Aragorn and Arwen]]'' in the Fourth Age. The date of Éowyn's death is nowhere recorded.

Éowyn's role in the stories challenges conventional stereotypes of the role of women. She succeeds where a man would have failed in slaying the [[Witch King]] and throughout the books even when recovering from the wounds bought in that conflict rebels against being left behind while the men go off to win glory in war. Her role more than any other female within the mythology challenges accusations of sexism commonly leveled at [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] and in many ways (intentionally or not) displays attitudes ahead of his time in regards to social equality.

== Etymology ==
Éowyn means "Horse-joy" in Anglo-Saxon, the language Tolkien used to represent [[Rohirric]].

== Pronunciation ==
The first syllable of Lady Éowyn's name sounds like "eh-ah," with the "ah" just barely pronounced. As in Scandinavian, the ''y'' in the second syllable is the same sound as the German letter ''ü'' or the French ''u''. The actors in [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]] consistently pronounce her name as well as the names of [[Éomer]] and [[Théoden]] in a manner inconsistent with most reconstructions of Old English pronunciation.

== Portrayal in Adaptations ==
[[Image:Eowyn from Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings.jpg|thumb|Éowyn as portrayed in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]] animated film.]]
[[Image:Eowyn in Peter Jackson's The Two Towers.jpg|thumb|[[Miranda Otto]] plays as Éowyn in [[Peter Jackson's The Two Towers]].]]
In [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]] Éowyn is briefly seen, but has no lines.

In [[Rankin/Bass' The Return of the King]], Éowyn is voiced by actress [[Nellie Bellflower]]. She appears unintroduced, but Merry fills Pippin (and so the spectator) in on the details. She is not terribly wounded, and appears healthy besides Faramir at the coronation.

In [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]], Éowyn is portrayed by [[Miranda Otto]]. Jackson's adaptation shows two different explanations for Éowyn's injuries after fighting the Witch-king. In the Theatrical Release, her wounds are less severe than in the book; she is conscious but hurt, as opposed to unconscious. In the extended scenes of the Extended Edition, she is near death: her brother finds her and grieves, and later we see her being healed in the Houses of Healing, where she shares a tender moment with Faramir.

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Éowyn|Images of Éowyn]]

== Notes ==
# Éowyn was known as "Lady of Rohan" in Rohan, but as "White Lady of Rohan" in Ithilien (due to her pale complexion).

[[Category:Rohirrim]]
[[Category:Characters in The Lord of the Rings]]

Míriel

2008-06-20T01:16:06Z

Linathiel:

''(See also [[Tar-Míriel]])''
{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Miriel by Breogan.jpg|250px]]
| name=Míriel
| quenya=
| titles=Queen of the [[Noldor]].
| birth=
| realm=[[Tirion]].
| death=[[YOTT]] 1179, [[Lórien in Valinor|Lórien]].
| age=Unknown.
| parentage=
| spouse=[[Finwë]].
| children=[[Fëanor]].
| gender=Female.
| hair=Dark.
| ref=''[[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]'', ''[[Morgoth's Ring]]'', ''[[Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor]]''
|}}
'''Míriel Serindë''', also spelled '''Þerindë''', ("The Broideress" in [[Quenya]]) was the first wife of [[Finwë]], [[King of the Noldor]]. Her son was ''Curufinwë'', whom she called [[Fëanor]], which means "Spirit of Fire". Miriel's hair was described as being silver in appearance, an unusual color for one of the [[Noldor]].

After giving birth to Fëanor she wished to die, saying that the birth had taken much of strength and spirit. This was something which was impossible because, as an [[Elves|Elf]], she was immortal within [[Arda]]. Instead her [[Fëa and hröa|feä]] departed from her body, and she entered the [[Halls of Mandos]]. In essense, she had died of free will. This was seen as a shocking event by the [[Valar]], and eventually led to the second marriage of Finwë, and from there to the Rebellion of the Noldor and the First [[Kinslaying]].

After Finwë had been killed, Míriel was granted permission to return to life, where she entered the service of [[Vairë]], her task to weave all the deeds of the [[House of Finwë]] in the [[Tapestry of Time]].

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Finwë]] = '''MÍRIEL'''
|
|
[[Fëanor]] = [[Nerdanel]]
|
_________________|________________________________________________
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
[[Maedhros]] [[Maglor]] [[Celegorm]] [[Caranthir]] [[Curufin]] [[Amrod]] [[Amras]]
|
|
[[Celebrimbor]]
</code>

[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]

Míriel

2008-06-20T01:14:34Z

Linathiel:

''(See also [[Tar-Míriel]])''
{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Miriel by Breogan.jpg|250px]]
| name=Míriel
| quenya=
| titles=Queen of the [[Noldor]].
| birth=
| realm=[[Tirion]].
| death=c. [[Years of the Trees 1179|Y.T. 1179]], [[Lórien in Valinor|Gardens of Lórien]].
| age=Unknown.
| parentage=
| spouse=[[Finwë]].
| children=[[Fëanor]].
| gender=Female.
| hair=Dark.
| ref=''[[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]'', ''[[Morgoth's Ring]]'', ''[[Of Fëanor and the Unchaining of Melkor]]''
|}}
'''Míriel Serindë''', also spelled '''Þerindë''', ("The Broideress" in [[Quenya]]) was the first wife of [[Finwë]], [[King of the Noldor]]. Her son was ''Curufinwë'', whom she called [[Fëanor]], which means "Spirit of Fire". Miriel's hair was described as being silver in appearance, an unusual color for one of the [[Noldor]].

After giving birth to Fëanor she wished to die, saying that the birth had taken much of strength and spirit. This was something which was impossible because, as an [[Elves|Elf]], she was immortal within [[Arda]]. Instead her [[Fëa and hröa|feä]] departed from her body, and she entered the [[Halls of Mandos]]. In essense, she had died of free will. This was seen as a shocking event by the [[Valar]], and eventually led to the second marriage of Finwë, and from there to the Rebellion of the Noldor and the First [[Kinslaying]].

After Finwë had been killed, Míriel was granted permission to return to life, where she entered the service of [[Vairë]], her task to weave all the deeds of the [[House of Finwë]] in the [[Tapestry of Time]].

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Finwë]] = '''MÍRIEL'''
|
|
[[Fëanor]] = [[Nerdanel]]
|
_________________|________________________________________________
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
[[Maedhros]] [[Maglor]] [[Celegorm]] [[Caranthir]] [[Curufin]] [[Amrod]] [[Amras]]
|
|
[[Celebrimbor]]
</code>

[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]

Celebrimbor

2008-06-20T01:12:42Z

Linathiel:

{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Celebrimbor by Breogan.jpg|250px]]
| name=Celebrimbor
| quenya=[[fn]] ''[[Telperinquar]]''.
| titles=Lord of [[Eregion]], [[Fëanor]]'s heir.
| birth=Sometime during the [[YOTT|Years of the Trees]].
| realm=[[Ost-in-Edhil]].
| death=[[Second Age 1697]].
| age=1,750.
| parentage=[[Curufin]] + Unknown.
| spouse=Was never wed.
| children=None.
| gender=Male.
| hair=Dark.
| ref=''[[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]'', ''[[Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age]]''
|}}
'''Celebrimbor''' was born in [[Valinor]], the son of [[Curufin]], fifth son of [[Fëanor]]. Aside from his grandfather, Celebrimbor was the greatest craftsman in the history of Middle-earth, and his forging of the [[Rings of Power]] led to the events chronicled in ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''.

==History==
=== Early Life ===
Celebrimbor followed his grandfather into [[Oath of Fëanor|exile]], though little is said of his deeds during the [[First Age]]. His unnamed mother remained in Valinor. He probably fled to [[Nargothrond]] after the [[Dagor Bragollach]]. However, he took no part in the deeds of Curufin and [[Celegorm]] regarding [[Lúthien]], [[Beren Erchamion|Beren]], and [[Finrod Felagund|Finrod]]. He even repudiated his father's deeds and did not follow him when the two brothers were cast out from Nargothrond by [[Orodreth of Nargothrond|Orodreth]]. After the destruction of Nargothrond, Celebrimbor lived for a time in [[Gondolin]], where he was great jewelsmith for King [[Turgon]]. He may have created the [[Elessar of Eärendil]], though other accounts name [[Enerdhil]] as the Master Jewelsmith and creator of the [[Elfstone]], who perhaps taught Celebrimbor this art.

During the Second Age, he was lord of the elves of [[Ost-in-Edhil]] in [[Eregion]]. He was also the head of the [[Gwaith-i-Mírdain]], a guild of elven craftsmen. They skill was so reknowned that they gained the admiration and friendship of the [[Dwarves]] of [[Khazad-dûm]]. Together with the dwarf [[Narvi]], Celebrimbor crafted the [[Doors of Durin]] that guarded the West-gate of the Dwarven kingdom.

=== The Rings of Power ===
Around Second Age 1200 a mysterious craftsman arrived at Ost-in-Edhil offering his knowledge to the Gwaith-i-Mírdain. This was [[Sauron]], in the guise of [[Annatar]] the "Lord of Gifts", who had come to subvert and destroy the elves.

Under the guidance and instruction of Annatar, Celebrimbor and the Gwaith-i-Mírdain made sixteen rings: seven for the Dwarves, and nine for [[Nazgûl|Men]]. And Celebrimbor created the three [[Three Rings|Rings of the Elves]], the greatest and fairest of the Rings of Power. These rings were thus free of Sauron's corrupting influence, for only Celebrimbor himself touched them. Celebrimbor named the rings [[Vilya]], [[Narya]], and [[Nenya]] after the principal Middle-earth elements of air, fire, and water, respectively.

At this time, Sauron was secretly forging the [[One Ring]] in [[Orodruin]], which would enable him to rule Middle-earth by claiming dominance over all the Rings of Power and their bearers. Celebrimbor and the elves defied Sauron by withholding the other rings from him. Sauron retaliated by attacking Eregion, laying waste to the realm. Celebrimbor was killed in the sack, and the Rings of Men and Dwarves were taken. He had already sent the three rings away for safekeeping: Vilya and Narya to [[Gil-galad]] in [[Lindon]], and Nenya to [[Galadriel]] in [[Lothlórien]]. Sauron captured the lesser rings and used them as instruments of evil in later years, particularly against Men. Celebrimbor died from his torment, the last direct descendant of the line of Fëanor.

== Etymology ==
The name ''Celebrimbor'' is the [[Sindarin]] translation of his father-name [[Telperinquar]], from ''[[celeb]]'' "[[silver]]" (or ''[[celebren]]'', "silver-like") and ''[[paur]]'' "fist", as in a hand holding a craft-tool or implement. His [[mother-name]] is unknown.

== Renowned Works ==

{{Pronounce|Celebrimbor.mp3|Ardamir}}* The [[Elessar of Eärendil]]
* [[Doors of Durin]] (with [[Narvi]])
* The [[Rings of Power]]
** The [[Nine Rings]] of Men (with [[Annatar]])
** The [[Seven Rings]] of the Dwarves (with [[Annatar]])
** The [[Three Rings]] of the Elves

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Fëanor]] = [[Nerdanel]]
|
_________________|________________________________________________
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
[[Maedhros]] [[Maglor]] [[Celegorm]] [[Caranthir]] [[Curufin]] [[Amrod]] [[Amras]]
|
|
'''CELEBRIMBOR'''
</code>

=== See Also ===
* '''[[:Category:Images of Celebrimbor|Images of Celebrimbor]]'''.

[[Category:Pronounced articles]]
[[Category:High Elves]]
[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]

[[de:Celebrimbor]]
[[fi:Celebrimbor]]

Celebrimbor

2008-06-20T01:12:02Z

Linathiel:

{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Celebrimbor by Breogan.jpg|250px]]
| name=Celebrimbor
| quenya=[[fn]] ''[[Telperinquar]]''.
| titles=Lord of [[Eregion]], [[Fëanor]]'s heir.
| birth=Sometime during the [[YOTT]].
| realm=[[Ost-in-Edhil]].
| death=[[Second Age 1697]].
| age=1,750.
| parentage=[[Curufin]] + Unknown.
| spouse=Never wed.
| children=None.
| gender=Male.
| hair=Dark.
| ref=''[[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]'', ''[[Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age]]''
|}}
'''Celebrimbor''' was born in [[Valinor]], the son of [[Curufin]], fifth son of [[Fëanor]]. Aside from his grandfather, Celebrimbor was the greatest craftsman in the history of Middle-earth, and his forging of the [[Rings of Power]] led to the events chronicled in ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''.

==History==
=== Early Life ===
Celebrimbor followed his grandfather into [[Oath of Fëanor|exile]], though little is said of his deeds during the [[First Age]]. His unnamed mother remained in Valinor. He probably fled to [[Nargothrond]] after the [[Dagor Bragollach]]. However, he took no part in the deeds of Curufin and [[Celegorm]] regarding [[Lúthien]], [[Beren Erchamion|Beren]], and [[Finrod Felagund|Finrod]]. He even repudiated his father's deeds and did not follow him when the two brothers were cast out from Nargothrond by [[Orodreth of Nargothrond|Orodreth]]. After the destruction of Nargothrond, Celebrimbor lived for a time in [[Gondolin]], where he was great jewelsmith for King [[Turgon]]. He may have created the [[Elessar of Eärendil]], though other accounts name [[Enerdhil]] as the Master Jewelsmith and creator of the [[Elfstone]], who perhaps taught Celebrimbor this art.

During the Second Age, he was lord of the elves of [[Ost-in-Edhil]] in [[Eregion]]. He was also the head of the [[Gwaith-i-Mírdain]], a guild of elven craftsmen. They skill was so reknowned that they gained the admiration and friendship of the [[Dwarves]] of [[Khazad-dûm]]. Together with the dwarf [[Narvi]], Celebrimbor crafted the [[Doors of Durin]] that guarded the West-gate of the Dwarven kingdom.

=== The Rings of Power ===
Around Second Age 1200 a mysterious craftsman arrived at Ost-in-Edhil offering his knowledge to the Gwaith-i-Mírdain. This was [[Sauron]], in the guise of [[Annatar]] the "Lord of Gifts", who had come to subvert and destroy the elves.

Under the guidance and instruction of Annatar, Celebrimbor and the Gwaith-i-Mírdain made sixteen rings: seven for the Dwarves, and nine for [[Nazgûl|Men]]. And Celebrimbor created the three [[Three Rings|Rings of the Elves]], the greatest and fairest of the Rings of Power. These rings were thus free of Sauron's corrupting influence, for only Celebrimbor himself touched them. Celebrimbor named the rings [[Vilya]], [[Narya]], and [[Nenya]] after the principal Middle-earth elements of air, fire, and water, respectively.

At this time, Sauron was secretly forging the [[One Ring]] in [[Orodruin]], which would enable him to rule Middle-earth by claiming dominance over all the Rings of Power and their bearers. Celebrimbor and the elves defied Sauron by withholding the other rings from him. Sauron retaliated by attacking Eregion, laying waste to the realm. Celebrimbor was killed in the sack, and the Rings of Men and Dwarves were taken. He had already sent the three rings away for safekeeping: Vilya and Narya to [[Gil-galad]] in [[Lindon]], and Nenya to [[Galadriel]] in [[Lothlórien]]. Sauron captured the lesser rings and used them as instruments of evil in later years, particularly against Men. Celebrimbor died from his torment, the last direct descendant of the line of Fëanor.

== Etymology ==
The name ''Celebrimbor'' is the [[Sindarin]] translation of his father-name [[Telperinquar]], from ''[[celeb]]'' "[[silver]]" (or ''[[celebren]]'', "silver-like") and ''[[paur]]'' "fist", as in a hand holding a craft-tool or implement. His [[mother-name]] is unknown.

== Renowned Works ==

{{Pronounce|Celebrimbor.mp3|Ardamir}}* The [[Elessar of Eärendil]]
* [[Doors of Durin]] (with [[Narvi]])
* The [[Rings of Power]]
** The [[Nine Rings]] of Men (with [[Annatar]])
** The [[Seven Rings]] of the Dwarves (with [[Annatar]])
** The [[Three Rings]] of the Elves

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Fëanor]] = [[Nerdanel]]
|
_________________|________________________________________________
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
[[Maedhros]] [[Maglor]] [[Celegorm]] [[Caranthir]] [[Curufin]] [[Amrod]] [[Amras]]
|
|
'''CELEBRIMBOR'''
</code>

=== See Also ===
* '''[[:Category:Images of Celebrimbor|Images of Celebrimbor]]'''.

[[Category:Pronounced articles]]
[[Category:High Elves]]
[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]

[[de:Celebrimbor]]
[[fi:Celebrimbor]]

Celebrimbor

2008-06-20T01:11:22Z

Linathiel:

{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Celebrimbor by Breogan.jpg|250px]]
| name=Celebrimbor
| quenya=[[fn]] ''[[Telperinquar]]''.
| titles=Lord of [[Eregion]], [[Fëanor]]'s heir.
| birth=Sometime during [[YOTT]].
| realm=[[Ost-in-Edhil]].
| death=[[Second Age 1697]].
| age=1,750.
| parentage=[[Curufin]] + Unknown.
| spouse=Unmarried.
| children=None.
| gender=Male.
| hair=Dark.
| ref=''[[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]'', ''[[Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age]]''
|}}
'''Celebrimbor''' was born in [[Valinor]], the son of [[Curufin]], fifth son of [[Fëanor]]. Aside from his grandfather, Celebrimbor was the greatest craftsman in the history of Middle-earth, and his forging of the [[Rings of Power]] led to the events chronicled in ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''.

==History==
=== Early Life ===
Celebrimbor followed his grandfather into [[Oath of Fëanor|exile]], though little is said of his deeds during the [[First Age]]. His unnamed mother remained in Valinor. He probably fled to [[Nargothrond]] after the [[Dagor Bragollach]]. However, he took no part in the deeds of Curufin and [[Celegorm]] regarding [[Lúthien]], [[Beren Erchamion|Beren]], and [[Finrod Felagund|Finrod]]. He even repudiated his father's deeds and did not follow him when the two brothers were cast out from Nargothrond by [[Orodreth of Nargothrond|Orodreth]]. After the destruction of Nargothrond, Celebrimbor lived for a time in [[Gondolin]], where he was great jewelsmith for King [[Turgon]]. He may have created the [[Elessar of Eärendil]], though other accounts name [[Enerdhil]] as the Master Jewelsmith and creator of the [[Elfstone]], who perhaps taught Celebrimbor this art.

During the Second Age, he was lord of the elves of [[Ost-in-Edhil]] in [[Eregion]]. He was also the head of the [[Gwaith-i-Mírdain]], a guild of elven craftsmen. They skill was so reknowned that they gained the admiration and friendship of the [[Dwarves]] of [[Khazad-dûm]]. Together with the dwarf [[Narvi]], Celebrimbor crafted the [[Doors of Durin]] that guarded the West-gate of the Dwarven kingdom.

=== The Rings of Power ===
Around Second Age 1200 a mysterious craftsman arrived at Ost-in-Edhil offering his knowledge to the Gwaith-i-Mírdain. This was [[Sauron]], in the guise of [[Annatar]] the "Lord of Gifts", who had come to subvert and destroy the elves.

Under the guidance and instruction of Annatar, Celebrimbor and the Gwaith-i-Mírdain made sixteen rings: seven for the Dwarves, and nine for [[Nazgûl|Men]]. And Celebrimbor created the three [[Three Rings|Rings of the Elves]], the greatest and fairest of the Rings of Power. These rings were thus free of Sauron's corrupting influence, for only Celebrimbor himself touched them. Celebrimbor named the rings [[Vilya]], [[Narya]], and [[Nenya]] after the principal Middle-earth elements of air, fire, and water, respectively.

At this time, Sauron was secretly forging the [[One Ring]] in [[Orodruin]], which would enable him to rule Middle-earth by claiming dominance over all the Rings of Power and their bearers. Celebrimbor and the elves defied Sauron by withholding the other rings from him. Sauron retaliated by attacking Eregion, laying waste to the realm. Celebrimbor was killed in the sack, and the Rings of Men and Dwarves were taken. He had already sent the three rings away for safekeeping: Vilya and Narya to [[Gil-galad]] in [[Lindon]], and Nenya to [[Galadriel]] in [[Lothlórien]]. Sauron captured the lesser rings and used them as instruments of evil in later years, particularly against Men. Celebrimbor died from his torment, the last direct descendant of the line of Fëanor.

== Etymology ==
The name ''Celebrimbor'' is the [[Sindarin]] translation of his father-name [[Telperinquar]], from ''[[celeb]]'' "[[silver]]" (or ''[[celebren]]'', "silver-like") and ''[[paur]]'' "fist", as in a hand holding a craft-tool or implement. His [[mother-name]] is unknown.

== Renowned Works ==

{{Pronounce|Celebrimbor.mp3|Ardamir}}* The [[Elessar of Eärendil]]
* [[Doors of Durin]] (with [[Narvi]])
* The [[Rings of Power]]
** The [[Nine Rings]] of Men (with [[Annatar]])
** The [[Seven Rings]] of the Dwarves (with [[Annatar]])
** The [[Three Rings]] of the Elves

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Fëanor]] = [[Nerdanel]]
|
_________________|________________________________________________
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
[[Maedhros]] [[Maglor]] [[Celegorm]] [[Caranthir]] [[Curufin]] [[Amrod]] [[Amras]]
|
|
'''CELEBRIMBOR'''
</code>

=== See Also ===
* '''[[:Category:Images of Celebrimbor|Images of Celebrimbor]]'''.

[[Category:Pronounced articles]]
[[Category:High Elves]]
[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]

[[de:Celebrimbor]]
[[fi:Celebrimbor]]

Category:Images of Nerdanel

2008-06-20T01:09:09Z

Linathiel:

Images of [[Nerdanel]].
[[Category:Images of Noldor]]

Nerdanel

2008-06-20T01:08:42Z

Linathiel:

{{royalty infobox
| image=[[Image:Nerdanel by Breogan.jpg|250px]]
| name=Nerdanel
| othernames=
| birth=[[YOTT|Y.T.]] in [[Aman]].
| rule=
| death=
| age=
| realms=
| gender=Female.
| race=[[Noldor]].
| height=
| hair=Presumably red.
| eyes=Gray.
|}}
'''Nerdanel''' was the daughter of the [[Noldor|Noldorin]] smith [[Mahtan]] and the wife of [[Fëanor]].

She bore Fëanor seven sons: [[Maedhros]], [[Maglor]], [[Celegorm]], [[Caranthir]], [[Curufin]], [[Amrod]], and [[Amras]] (see [[Sons of Fëanor]]). Nerdanel, unlike her husband, was of a peaceful nature and sought to moderate his fiery temper and pride with wisdom. For a time she was the only one able to influence him. Called "the Wise", Nerdanel refused to follow her husband to [[Middle-earth]], and apparently still lives in [[Aman]].

Nerdanel was a noted sculptor. She is said to have made statues so lifelike that people thought them real.

On a minor note, Nerdanel's family is interesting to fans of [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien's]] Elves because they are the only attested examples of Elves with red hair. Nerdanel's father Mahtan and three of her sons (Maedhros, Amrod, and Amras) are described by Tolkien as having red hair (actually a reddish brown) and this is described as a trait "of Nerdanel's kin". Nerdanel's own hair color is never specifically stated; although it is said that she possessed a ruddy complexion and it may be assumed that Tolkien did intend for Nerdanel to have red hair.

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Mahtan]]
|
|
[[Fëanor]] = '''NERDANEL'''
|
_________________|________________________________________________
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
[[Maedhros]] [[Maglor]] [[Celegorm]] [[Caranthir]] [[Curufin]] [[Amrod]] [[Amras]]
|
|
[[Celebrimbor]]
</code>

[[Category:High Elves]]
[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:Images of Nerdanel]]

Nerdanel

2008-06-20T01:08:10Z

Linathiel:

Fëanor

2008-06-20T01:07:21Z

Linathiel:

{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Feanor by Breogan.jpg|300px]]
| name=Fëanor
| quenya=[[fn]] ''Curufinwë'' ([[mn]] ''Fëanáro'').
| titles=[[High King of the Noldor]].
| birth=[[YOTT|Y.T.]] 1179, in [[Tirion]].
| realm=[[Valinor]].
| death=[[First Age|F.A.]] [[First Age 1|1]].
| age=c. 3,100 [[years of the Sun|years]].
| parentage=[[Finwë]] and [[Míriel Serindë|Miriel]].
| spouse=[[Nerdanel]].
| children=Seven [[Sons of Fëanor|sons]].
| gender=Male.
| hair=Black.
| ref=''[[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]'', ''[[The Silmarillion]]''
|}}
[[Image:Feanor Heraldic Device.jpg|left|100px]]
'''Fëanor''' was a prince of the [[Noldor]], one of the [[Elves|Elven]] kindreds that departed [[Middle-earth]] to live with the [[Valar]] in [[Valinor]]. He had the greatest skill of any of the Noldor; he was a renowned craftsman, gem-smith, and warrior. Fëanor made the [[Silmarils]], which was his most famous deed, and may also have wrought the [[palantíri]] and the [[Fëanorian lamps]]. In addition, he invented the widely-used [[Tengwar]] script. Fëanor's passionate hatred of [[Morgoth]] and terrible [[Oath of Fëanor|oath]] led directly to the great triumphs and tragedies of the First Age.

== Life in Valinor ==

Fëanor was the eldest son of [[Finwë]], the [[High King of the Noldor]], and his first wife [[Míriel Serindë]]. He drew so much of Míriel's life energy when he was born that she grew weary of life, and departed to [[Lórien in Valinor|Lórien]], where she voluntarily left her corporeal form, and died. Finwë remarried, and had two more sons, Fëanor's half-brothers [[Fingolfin]] and [[Finarfin]], and two daughters, [[Daughters of Finwë|Findis]] and [[Daughters of Finwë|Irimë]]. Fëanor wedded [[Nerdanel]], daughter of [[Mahtan]], who bore him [[Sons of Fëanor|seven sons]]: [[Maedhros]], [[Maglor]], [[Celegorm]], [[Caranthir]], [[Curufin]], [[Amrod]] and [[Amras]].

At this time, [[Melkor]], the mightiest of the Valar and source of evil, had deceived the Valar into thinking that he had repented of his evil ways. Pardoned and residing in Valinor, he undertook to corrupt the Noldor and succeeded in making them instruments of his malice, particularly Fëanor. But Fëanor greatly mistrusted Melkor, which was part of Melkor's plan.

In the greatest of his achievements, Fëanor captured the light of the [[Two Trees]] to make the three Silmarils, also called the Great Jewels. He prized the Silmarils above all else, and grew increasingly suspicious that the Valar and other Eldar coveted them. He either vainly displayed the jewels or jealously guarded them from all except his immediate family.

Melkor greatly desired the Silmarils and his hatred for Fëanor grew, but the Valar still did not know of Melkor's true intentions. Melkor played upon Fëanor's temperament and pride to convince him that his own half-brother Fingolfin was not only planning to usurp his place as heir to Finwë, but also seize the jewels for himself. Fëanor's hostility grew to the point to where he threatened Fingolfin's life. (It was at this time that the Noldor first began to forge weapons.) For this, the Valar exiled him to Formenos. He took a substantial treasure with him, including the Silmarils, which he put in a locked box. In a show of support for his eldest son, Finwë withdrew to Formenos.

The Valar realized that Melkor was behind Fëanor's actions. They sent [[Tulkas]] to imprison him again, but he could not be found. Melkor was not seen for a long time, until he unexpectedly showed up at Formenos. Since with Finwë and Fëanor's absence Fingolfin had become king, it seemed that Melkor's lies were true. Melkor tried again to convince Fëanor of them, but he erred, and Fëanor realized that Melkor's true goal was to obtain the Silmarils. He shut the door in Melkor's face. In a rage, Melkor left. When the Valar heard of the incident, they started the hunt up again. But it was apparent that Melkor had fled from Valinor. He feigned to go north, but then turned south.

After a time the Valar sought to mend the breach between Fëanor and Fingolfin, and invited them to Valinor to make peace. Fingolfin offered a hand to his half-brother, recognizing Fëanor's place as the eldest, which he grudgingly accepted.

Meanwhile, Melkor stole away to [[Avathar]] in the south of Aman to seek out the evil, spider-like creature [[Ungoliant]]. Ungoliant helped Morgoth destroy the Two Trees, bringing darkness to Valinor. Morgoth and Ungoliant then went to Formenos, slew Finwë, and took all the gems there, including the Silmarils. They escaped by crossing the [[Helcaraxë]], or Grinding Ice, in the north to [[Beleriand]] in Middle-earth.

It was during the festivities where Fëanor and Fingolfin were being reconciled that the Trees were destroyed. The Valar knew that now the light of the Trees survived only in the Silmarils and [[Yavanna]] asked Fëanor to give them up so that they could restore the Trees. Fëanor emphatically stated that he would not give up his Silmarils of his own free will; if the Valar forced him, he said, they would be no better than Melkor. It was after this that the messenger came telling of the raid at Formenos.

According to the messenger, Melkor, surrounded by an impenetrable black fog, had come to Fëanor's vault in Formenos. Finwë the High King fought and lost against Melkor, and was the first elf to be slain in Valinor. Melkor ransacked the vault, taking many valuable jewels. Most notably, he was responsible for the thievery of the Silmarils.

== The Return of the Noldor ==
The Valar and Eldar now fully understood the extent of Melkor's treachery. Fëanor, upon learning of his father's murder and the theft of his prized Silmarils, named Melkor "Morgoth", or "Black Enemy". Now King of the Noldor, Fëanor delivered the most impassioned speech ever given in Arda, which he unwittingly filled with Morgoth's taint. He railed against the Dark Lord, but because of Morgoth's influence, he also blamed the Valar for Morgoth's deeds. He persuaded most his people that because the Valar had abandoned them, the Noldor must follow him to Middle-earth and fight the Dark Lord. Fëanor then swore the terrible [[Oath of Fëanor]] which all seven of his sons also proclaimed, vowing to fight anyone and everyone—whether Elf, Man, Maia, or Vala—who withheld the Silmarils, and invoking even [[Ilúvatar]] as a witness. This became known as the Oath of Fëanor and later the cause for great tragedy among his seven sons.

Seeking a way to get to Middle-earth, he went to the shores of Aman, where the seafaring [[Teleri]] lived, and demanded the use of their ships. When Teleri refused to give or lend their ships, Fëanor ordered the Noldor to take the ships. The Teleri resisted, and a battle broke out, in which many of them were slain.

[[Image:Tuuliky - Feanor.jpg|thumb|200px|left|''Fëanor'' by Tuuliky.]]
In repentance of this act, Finarfin, Finwë's third son, took his host and turned back. They were accepted by the Valar, and Finarfin ruled as High-King of the Noldor in Valinor.

There were not enough ships to carry all of the Noldor across the sea, so Fëanor and his sons led the first group. Upon arriving at Losgar, in the land of Lammoth, in the far west of Beleriand, where Morgoth and Ungoliant had passed not long before, they decided to burn the ships and leave the followers of Fingolfin behind. However, Fëanor accidentally left his son Amras in the ships, and he was burned alive{{ref|nameSons}}. The earth being flat in those days, the remaining Noldor saw the flames, and perceived that if they were to go to Middle-earth, they had no choice but to cross the Helcaraxë. This they did under the leadership of Fingolfin, and suffered great losses along the way, which greatly added to the animosity they had for Fëanor and his sons.

Learning of the Noldor's arrival, Morgoth summoned his armies from his fortress of [[Angband]] and attacked Fëanor's encampment in [[Mithrim]]. This battle was called the [[Dagor-nuin-Giliath]] ("Battle under the Stars"), for the Sun and Moon had not yet been made. The Noldor managed to win the battle and disperse Morgoth's armies. Fëanor, still in a great rage, pressed on toward Angband with his sons. He came even within sight of Angband, but was ambushed by a force of [[Balrogs]], with few elves about him. He fought mightily, hewing even after receiving several wounds from [[Gothmog, Lord of Balrogs]]. His sons came upon the balrogs with great force of elves, and were able to drive them off. However, as Fëanor was being escorted off the battlefield, he knew his wounds were fatal. He cursed Angband thrice, but with the eyes of death, he knew that his elves, unaided, would never throw down the dark towers. At the moment of his death the passing of his fiery spirit reduced his body to ashes.

His sons were still bound by the Oath to recover the Silmarils, which would determine the events of Middle-earth during the First Age.

== Etymology ==
Fëanor's [[father-name]] was '''Curufinwë''' ("Skillful [son of] Finwë"). He later gave his favorite son [[Curufin]] the same father-name. His [[mother-name]] was '''Fëanáro''' ("Spirit of Fire"). The name Fëanor is the [[Sindarin]] version of his mother-name.

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Finwë]] = [[Míriel Serindë|Míriel]]
|
|
'''FËANOR''' = [[Nerdanel]]
|
---------------|-------------------------------------------
| | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
[[Maedhros]] [[Maglor]] [[Celegorm]] [[Caranthir]] [[Curufin]] [[Amrod]] [[Amras]]
|
|
[[Celebrimbor]]
</code>
{{sequence
|prev=[[Finwë]]
|next=[[Fingolfin]]
|list=2nd [[High King of the Noldor]] (''de jure'') Y.T. 1495 – 1497
}}

== References ==

{{note|nameSons}} [[The Peoples of Middle-earth]], chapter XI ([[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]), section "The names of the Sons of Fëanor"

== External Links ==
* [http://www.minastirith.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=000635 What do you think of Fëanor?] - Dicussion on MinasTirith.com

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Fëanor|Images of Fëanor]].

[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]
[[de:Feanor]]
[[fi:Fëanor]]

Fingolfin

2008-06-20T00:45:53Z

Linathiel:

{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Fingolfin by Breogan.jpg|250px]]
| name=Fingolfin
| quenya=Ñolofinwë, Aracáno.
| titles=[[High King of the Noldor]].
| birth=c. [[Years of the Trees|Y.T.]] 1190, [[Tirion]].
| realm=[[Hithlum]], [[Beleriand]].
| death=[[First Age 456|F.A. 456]], [[Dagor Bragollach]].
| age=3,400.
| parentage=[[Finwë]] and [[Indis]].
| spouse=[[Anairë]].
| children=[[Fingon]], [[Turgon the Wise|Turgon]], [[Aredhel]], [[Argon]].
| gender=Male.
| hair=Dark.
| ref=''[[The Silmarillion]]''
|}}
[[Image:Fingolfin Heraldic Device.jpg|left|100px]]
'''Fingolfin''' was a [[High King of the Noldor]] in [[Beleriand]], eldest son of [[Finwë]] and [[Indis]], younger brother of [[Findis]], older brother of [[Irimë]] and [[Finarfin]], and the younger half-brother of [[Fëanor]]. His wife was [[Anairë]] and his children were [[Fingon]], [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]], [[Aredhel]], and [[Argon]]1. He was 1/2 Vanyarin through Indis and 1/2 Noldor through Finwe.

== History ==
Fingolfin led the largest host of the Ñoldor when they fled [[Aman]] for [[Middle-earth]], even though he thought this unwise; he did not want to abandon his people to Fëanor. He was the one who took them across the ice of the [[Helcaraxë]], and soon after, at the rising of the Sun, he came to the [[Gates of Angband]] and smote upon them, but [[Morgoth]] stayed hidden inside. Fingolfin and the Noldor then came to the northern shores of [[Lake Mithrim]], from which the Fëanorian part of the host had withdrawn.

His son [[Fingon]] rescued [[Maedhros]], son of [[Fëanor]], who consequently waived his claim to kingship. Thus Fingolfin became High-King of the [[Noldor]]. He ruled from [[Hithlum]], by the northern shores of [[Lake Mithrim]].

After defeating the [[Orcs]] in the [[Dagor Aglareb]] ("Glorious Battle"), Fingolfin maintained the [[Siege of Angband]] for nearly four hundred years. But the Siege was ended by the sudden assaults of Morgoth in the [[Dagor Bragollach]] ("Battle of Sudden Flame"), and many peoples of Beleriand fled. In the end Fingolfin rode to Angband alone to challenge Morgoth to single combat, and there died after a mighty duel, wounding Morgoth seven times with his sword [[Ringil]]. [[Thorondor]] the King of Eagles then brought Fingolfin's body to a mountaintop overlooking [[Gondolin]], and [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]] built a cairn over the remains of his father.
{{quote|In that vast shadow once of yore Fingolfin stood: his shield he bore with field of heaven’s blue and star of crystal shining pale afar. In overmastering wrath and hate desperate he smote upon that gate, the [[Gnomes|Gnomish]] king, there standing lone, while endless fortresses of stone engulfed the thin clear ringing keen of silver horn and baldric green.|''[[Lay of Leithian]]'', [[Lay of Leithian Canto XII|Canto XII]], lines 3538-3547}}

[[Fingon]] then became High King of the [[Noldor]].

== Etymology ==
Fingolfin's [[father-name]] was ''Ñolofinwë'' ("Wise Finwë"). His [[mother-name]] was ''Aracáno'' ("High Chieftain"). ''Fingolfin'' is the [[Sindarin]] version of his father-name.{{Pronounce|Fingolfin.mp3|Ardamir}}

== Genealogy ==
<code>
(1) [[Míriel]] = [[Finwë]] = (2) [[Indis]]
| |
______| __|___________________________________
| | | | |
| | | | |
[[Fëanor]] [[Findis]] '''FINGOLFIN''' = [[Anairë]] [[Irimë]] [[Finarfin]]
| |
| _____________|____________
| | | | |
[[Sons of Fëanor|seven sons]] | | | |
[[Sons of Fëanor|of Fëanor]] [[Fingon]] [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]] [[Aredhel]] [[Argon]]1
</code>
{{sequence
|prev=[[Fëanor]]
|next=[[Fingon]]
|list=3rd [[High King of the Noldor]] <code>I</code> 1 – 456
}}

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Fingolfin|Images of Fingolfin]]

== Notes ==
# [[Argon]] only appears in very late writings by [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] as shown in ''[[The History of Middle-earth]]'' and therefore was not mentioned in the published ''[[The Silmarillion]]''.

[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]
[[de:Fingolfin]]
[[fi:Fingolfin]]

Finwë

2008-06-20T00:18:49Z

Linathiel:

{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Finwe.jpg|250px]]
| name=Finwë
| quenya=Finwë.
| titles=[[High King of the Noldor]].
| birth=Early [[Years of the Trees|Y.T.]], [[Cuiviénen]].
| realm=[[Tirion]].
| death=c. [[Years of the Trees 1492|Y.T. 1492]], [[Formenos]].
| age=
| parentage=Firstborn.
| spouse=[[Míriel Serindë]], [[Indis]].
| children=[[Fëanor]], [[Irimë]], [[Fingolfin]], [[Finarfin]], [[Findis]].
| gender=Male.
| hair=Black.
| ref=''[[Morgoth's Ring]]'', ''[[The Silmarillion]]''
|}}
{{Pronounce|Finwe Noldoran.mp3|Ardamir}}
'''Finwë''' was the first [[High King of the Noldor]] (as such he is sometimes surnamed '''Noldóran''') who led his [[Elves|Elven]] people on the journey from Middle-earth to [[Valinor]] in the blessed realm of [[Aman]]. He was a great friend of [[Elu Thingol]], the King of [[Doriath]].

==History==
Finwë had two wives. His first was [[Míriel Serindë|Míriel]], who passed away soon after bearing their only child, [[Fëanor]]. His second wife was [[Indis]], of the [[Vanyar]], who bore him two sons: [[Fingolfin]] and [[Finarfin]], and two daughters: [[Findis]] and [[Irimë]].

During [[Melkor]]'s attempt to corrupt the Noldor, Finwë attempted to moderate his people and lead them back to the [[Valar]]. When Fëanor was exiled from [[Tirion]], Finwë went with him to [[Formenos]]. There he was the first to be killed in Valinor when Melkor slew him at the doors of Formenos seeking the [[Silmarils]]. This act was the catalyst that led to the Revolt of the Ñoldor.

Finwë's name is not fully translated. The glossary in [[The Silmarillion]] translates ''Fin'' as "hair"; other sources say it means "skill".

== Genealogy ==
<code>
(1) [[Míriel Serindë|Míriel]] = '''FINWË''' = (2) [[Indis]]
| |
___| |__________________________
| | | | |
| | | | |
[[Fëanor]] [[Findis]] [[Fingolfin]] [[Irimë]] [[Finarfin]]

</code>

== Other Versions of the Legendarium ==
In the first drafts of the genealogy, Finwë had four sons: the youngest was named ''[[Finrun]]'', but he was dropped after that, thus [[Finrod]] (later [[Finarfin]]) was Finwë's youngest son from then on.

In a later version Finwë had three [[Daughters of Finwë|daughters]] added by [[Indis]], [[Findis]] (as their first child) [[Faniel]] (as their third), and [[Finvain]] (as their youngest). In yet later versions, Faniel was apparently dropped, while Findis and Finvain were kept. Finvain (renamed [[Irimë]]) was moved to after Fingolfin, thus Finarfin was once again the youngest child of Finwë.
{{sequence
|prev=none
|next=[[Fëanor]]
|list=1st [[High King of the Noldor]] c. YT 1102 – 1495
}}
[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]
[[de:Finwe]]
[[fi:Finwë]]

Finwë

2008-06-20T00:17:56Z

Linathiel:

{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Finwe.jpg|250px]]
| name=Finwë
| quenya=Finwë
| titles=[[High King of the Noldor]].
| birth=Early [[Years of the Trees|Y.T.]], [[Cuiviénen]].
| realm=[[Tirion]].
| death=c. [[Years of the Trees 1492|Y.T. 1492]], [[Formenos]].
| age=
| parentage=Firstborn.
| spouse=[[Míriel Serindë]], [[Indis]].
| children=[[Fëanor]], [[Fingolfin]], [[Finarfin]], [[Findis]], [[Irimë]].
| gender=Male.
| hair=Black .
| ref=''[[Morgoth's Ring]]'', ''[[The Silmarillion]]''
|}}
{{Pronounce|Finwe Noldoran.mp3|Ardamir}}
'''Finwë''' was the first [[High King of the Noldor]] (as such he is sometimes surnamed '''Noldóran''') who led his [[Elves|Elven]] people on the journey from Middle-earth to [[Valinor]] in the blessed realm of [[Aman]]. He was a great friend of [[Elu Thingol]], the King of [[Doriath]].

==History==
Finwë had two wives. His first was [[Míriel Serindë|Míriel]], who passed away soon after bearing their only child, [[Fëanor]]. His second wife was [[Indis]], of the [[Vanyar]], who bore him two sons: [[Fingolfin]] and [[Finarfin]], and two daughters: [[Findis]] and [[Irimë]].

During [[Melkor]]'s attempt to corrupt the Noldor, Finwë attempted to moderate his people and lead them back to the [[Valar]]. When Fëanor was exiled from [[Tirion]], Finwë went with him to [[Formenos]]. There he was the first to be killed in Valinor when Melkor slew him at the doors of Formenos seeking the [[Silmarils]]. This act was the catalyst that led to the Revolt of the Ñoldor.

Finwë's name is not fully translated. The glossary in [[The Silmarillion]] translates ''Fin'' as "hair"; other sources say it means "skill".

== Genealogy ==
<code>
(1) [[Míriel Serindë|Míriel]] = '''FINWË''' = (2) [[Indis]]
| |
___| |__________________________
| | | | |
| | | | |
[[Fëanor]] [[Findis]] [[Fingolfin]] [[Irimë]] [[Finarfin]]

</code>

== Other Versions of the Legendarium ==
In the first drafts of the genealogy, Finwë had four sons: the youngest was named ''[[Finrun]]'', but he was dropped after that, thus [[Finrod]] (later [[Finarfin]]) was Finwë's youngest son from then on.

In a later version Finwë had three [[Daughters of Finwë|daughters]] added by [[Indis]], [[Findis]] (as their first child) [[Faniel]] (as their third), and [[Finvain]] (as their youngest). In yet later versions, Faniel was apparently dropped, while Findis and Finvain were kept. Finvain (renamed [[Irimë]]) was moved to after Fingolfin, thus Finarfin was once again the youngest child of Finwë.
{{sequence
|prev=none
|next=[[Fëanor]]
|list=1st [[High King of the Noldor]] c. YT 1102 – 1495
}}
[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]
[[de:Finwe]]
[[fi:Finwë]]

Indis

2008-06-20T00:17:06Z

Linathiel:

{{vanyar infobox
| image=
| name=Indis
| othernames=
| titles=Queen of the [[Noldor]].
| birth=Firstborn.
| realm=[[Valinor]]/[[Tirion]].
| death=Did not die.
| age=
| parentage=
| gender=Female
| spouse=[[Finwë]].
|}}

'''Indis''' was the second wife of [[Finwë]]. She had two sons, [[Fingolfin]] and [[Finarfin]], and two daughters, [[Findis]] and [[Irimë]]. She was also the stepmother to [[Fëanor]]. After the slaying of her husband, she, along with her eldest daughter Findis, returned to live among her people, the [[Vanyar]]. Her mother was a sister of [[Ingwë]], King of the Vanyar.

[[Category:Vanyar]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]

Indis

2008-06-20T00:16:23Z

Linathiel:

{{vanyar infobox
| image=
| name=Indis
| othernames=
| titles=Queen of the [[Noldor]].
| birth=Possibly Firstborn.
| realm=[[Valinor]]/[[Tirion]].
| death=Did not die.
| age=
| parentage=Unknown.
| gender=Female
| spouse=[[Finwë]].
|}}

'''Indis''' was the second wife of [[Finwë]]. She had two sons, [[Fingolfin]] and [[Finarfin]], and two daughters, [[Findis]] and [[Irimë]]. She was also the stepmother to [[Fëanor]]. After the slaying of her husband, she, along with her eldest daughter Findis, returned to live among her people, the [[Vanyar]]. Her mother was a sister of [[Ingwë]], King of the Vanyar.

[[Category:Vanyar]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]

Aragorn II

2008-06-20T00:14:06Z

Linathiel:

{{gondorian
| image=[[Image:Aragorn by Blackrea.jpg|250px]]
| name=Aragorn II
| othernames=[[Elessar]], [[Thorongil]] ([[Aragorn II#Names|see more below]]).
| position=[[Chieftain of the Dúnedain]] and King of the [[Reunited Kingdom]].
| birth=[[March 1]], [[Third Age 2931]].
| rule=[[Third Age 3019|T.A. 3019]] - [[Fourth Age 120|Fo.A. 120]].
| death=[[Fourth Age 120]].
| gender=Male.
| parentage=[[Arathorn II]] + [[Gilraen]].
| spouse=[[Arwen Undómiel]].
| children=[[Eldarion]], at least two daughters.
}}{{Pronounce|Aragorn Elessar.mp3|Ardamir}}
<center>{{quote|Tall as the sea-kings of old, he stood above all that were near; ancient of days he seemed and yet in the flower of manhood; and wisdom sat upon his brow, and strength and healing were in his hands, and a light was about him.|''[[The Return of the King]]'', [[The Steward and the King]]}}</center>
'''Aragorn II''' ([[Third Age]] March 1, 2931 – [[Fourth Age]] 120, aged 210 years{{ref|1}}) was the son of [[Arathorn II]] and [[Gilraen]]. He was a [[Chieftain of the Dúnedain]] and a direct descendant through many generations of [[Isildur]], the last [[High King]] of both [[Arnor]] and [[Gondor]]. Aragorn would become the greatest man of his time, leading the [[Men of the West]] against [[Sauron]]'s forces, helping to destroy the [[One Ring]], and reuniting the [[Reunited Kingdom|Kingdoms of Arnor and Gondor]]. Aragorn was named after his ancestor, [[Aragorn I]].

==History==
===Early Life===
[[Image:Stephen Hickman - Aragorn and Arwen.jpg|thumb|200px|left|''Aragorn and Arwen,'' drawn by [[Stephen Hickman]].]]
When Aragorn was two years old, his father was slain when a [[Orc]] arrow pierced his eye. As was the tradition of his people, Aragorn was fostered in [[Rivendell]] by [[Elrond]]. By Elrond's order, his identity was kept secret, as he feared he would be slain like his father and grandfather. Aragorn was named '''''[[Estel]]''''' ([[Sindarin]] for "Hope") instead, and was not told about his heritage until he came of age in [[Third Age 2951|2951]].

Elrond revealed to "Estel" his true name and ancestry in 2951, when Aragorn was twenty years old, and delivered to him the shards of [[Narsil]] and the [[Ring of Barahir]]. The next day, in the woods of Rivendell, Aragorn met and fell in love with [[Arwen Evenstar|Arwen]], daughter of Elrond, who had newly returned from [[Lórien in Middle-earth|Lórien]].

===Life as a Ranger===
Aragorn took up his proper name as Aragorn II, sixteenth of the Chieftains of the Dúnedain, and went into [[The Wild]].
In [[Third Age 2953|2953]] he was not present in Rivendell for the last meeting of the [[White Council]]. Aragorn met [[Gandalf the Grey]] in [[Third Age 2956|2956]], and they became great friends. At Gandalf's advice he started to become interested in the [[Shire]], and became known around the area as '''''Strider'''''.
[[Image:Catherine Chmiel - Ecthelion,Thorongil and Boromir study.jpg|thumb|200px|right|''"Thorongil" with [[Ecthelion II]]'', by [[Catherine Karina Chmiel]].]]
From [[Third Age 2957|2957]] to [[Third Age 2980|2980]] Aragorn took great journeys, serving in the armies of King [[Thengel]] of [[Rohan]], and Steward [[Ecthelion II]] of Gondor. Many of his tasks weakened [[Sauron]] and his allies, which during the [[War of the Ring]] helped the West survive. His name in Gondor and Rohan was '''''Thorongil''''' (Sindarin for "Eagle of the Star"), and with a few Gondorian ships he led a [[Surprise Attack on Umbar|Surprise Attack on the Havens of Umbar]], destroying many of their ships and slaying its lord. He later left Gondor to travel into the far East and South "exploring the hearts of men good and evil". And learning about the "plots and devices" of the servants of the Dark Lord. Later in 2980 he was in [[Lothlórien]], and there once again met Arwen. He gave her the heirloom of his House, the [[Ring of Barahir]], and Arwen pledged her hand to him in marriage.

Elrond gave his foster-son permission to marry his daughter, on the condition that he must first become king of both Gondor and Arnor, for only a king would be worthy of Arwen's hand. This may seem a harsh condition, but it should be noted that it is significantly more lenient than the closest precedent, King [[Thingol]]'s request that [[Beren Erchamion|Beren]] obtain a [[Silmaril]] from [[Morgoth]] before marrying his daughter [[Lúthien]].

==War of the Ring==
===Fellowship of the Ring and events preceding===
In the year [[Third Age 3001|3001]], as a now revealed [[Sauron]] continued to regain power in [[Mordor]], Aragorn began assisting [[Gandalf]] for news of [[Gollum]]. Gandalf suspected that the ring [[Bilbo Baggins]] stole from Gollum was in fact the [[One Ring]]. In [[Third Age 3018|3018]] after searching intermittently over the years, Aragorn finally overtakes Gollum in the [[Dead Marshes]] and takes him to Thranduil in Mirkwood to be held captive. He then returns west where he meets with Gandalf and learns of [[Frodo Baggins|Frodo Baggins]]' plan to leave the shire with the ring.

Aragorn and his [[Rangers of the North|Rangers]] kept watch over the border of the [[Shire]] waiting for sight of Frodo. While staying in [[Bree]], Aragorn crossed the paths of four hobbits in [[The Prancing Pony]]. Aragorn watched as the hobbits clumsily hid their names and intentions. He watched as [[Frodo Baggins]], the leader of the party, fell from a table and disappeared as he put the ring on. Aragorn, whose name was given as Strider, seemed to show no surprise, only annoyance at Frodo’s foolish vanishing act. He arranged for an interview that night, where he warned them of the [[Black Riders]] and [[Bill Ferny]], then bluntly requested that they use him as a guide. After some consideration, and a note given them by the forgetful [[Barliman Butterbur]] from Gandalf condoning him, Frodo agreed.

Aragorn’s plan to get to Rivendell was to head first toward [[Archet]] and bear right to [[Weathertop]]. After the [[Ambush at Weathertop]] and the wounding of Frodo, [[Meriadoc Brandybuck|Merry]] took over the position as leader of the Hobbits. After a while they met [[Glorfindel of Rivendell|Glorfindel]], a friend of Aragorn’s, and it was not much later that they arrived in Rivendell.
[[Image:Inger Edelfeldt - Death of Boromir.jpg|thumb|200px|right|''Aragorn at the death of Boromir'', by [[Inger Edelfeldt]].]]
Aragorn, when in Rivendell, switched cloaks from that of the Ranger to that of the Lord of the Dúnedain, the Elf-friend. He was elected as Gandalf’s second in the [[Fellowship of the Ring]], and served throughout their journeys together as his chief advisor.

Aragorn encouraged the taking of the [[Redhorn Pass]], which ended in disaster. He reluctantly conceded to Gandalf’s plan to pass through [[Moria]], though his sense of foresight warned him for Gandalf. Indeed, after Gandalf fell into the abyss with [[Durin’s Bane]], Aragorn was naturally elected leader of the company, despite some resentment by his companion [[Boromir (son of Denethor II)|Boromir]].

Aragorn again amazed the rest of the Fellowship by his apparent closeness to the people of [[Lothlórien]], and his friendship with [[Celeborn (Lord of Lórien)|Celeborn]] and [[Galadriel]]. Even at the [[Falls of Rauros]] he was undecided, leaving it to Frodo for the final decision. For though it was obvious he wished to go to [[Minas Tirith]] with Boromir, he yet felt that it was his duty to go where the [[Ringbearer]] chose.

===The early War of the Ring===

After Frodo escaped him and Boromir perished, he with the remaining members of the Fellowship, namely [[Legolas of Mirkwood|Legolas]] and [[Gimli Elf-friend|Gimli]], chose to try and save Merry and [[Pippin]] from the [[Uruk-hai]] that had ambushed them, forming the group that would later be known as the [[Three Hunters]].

He met [[Éomer]] in the fields of [[Rohan]], and an instant friendship formed, both feeling the honesty and lordliness of the other. Éomer took a risk for his sake, giving him horses, with the promise that one day soon Aragorn would return to [[Edoras]]. Aragorn, tracking the Hobbits, followed into Fangorn forest, where he met the resurrected [[Gandalf the White]]. After the restoration of [[Théoden]], he rode to [[Helm’s Deep]] to fight in the [[Battle of the Hornburg]]. There he, alongside his new-found “brother” Éomer, and King Théoden, marshaled the defense against [[Saruman]]’s army. When the Hornburg's gate was going to fall to enemy forces, Aragorn and Théoden led a cavalry charge that raised the morale of the tired forces fighting within the fortress. His revealed majesty upon the battlements of the Hornburg as he waited for the dawn caused some of the [[Dunlendings|Wild men]] to pause and shudder, and he heralded the return of Gandalf with [[Erkenbrand]].

After Pippin’s terrifying experience with the [[Orthanc-stone]], Gandalf presented it in a formal manner to Aragorn, its rightful master, who hinted that it would be used by him eventually. After the departure of Gandalf and Pippin to Minas Tirith, he rode for a while longer with Théoden, meeting up with his friend [[Halbarad]] of the North, [[Elladan]] and [[Elrohir]], and a company of staunch and fearless Rangers. Elladan and Elrohir gave him a message from Elrond: "''The days are short. If thou art in haste, remember the [[Paths of the Dead]]''". Halbarad bore a gift from the Lady Arwen – the [[Standard of Elendil]]. Aragorn knew the path set before him.

===Return of the King===
[[Image:John Howe - Elessar (Battlefields boardgame).jpg|thumb|150px|left|''King Elessar'', drawn by [[John Howe]].]]
A little while later Aragorn took his companions and his rangers and set out for [[Dunharrow]], departing from the King’s company. His course was clear: to take the Paths of the Dead, to summon the [[Dead Men]]. In Dunharrow, he met the lady [[Éowyn]], who had fallen in love with him. After making it clear that he could not accept her love, he turned towards the evil road with the dawn.

The [[Grey Company]] passed through the [[Dark Door]] and the [[Dwimorberg]], the Dead following, and coming at last to the [[Black Stone of Erech]], Aragorn summoned them to his aid. They drew their swords and blew their horns in answer, and swept down upon the [[Corsairs]] at [[Pelargir]] drove the mariners away. Aragorn released them, and took the [[Black Ships]] north to Minas Tirith, where the [[Battle of the Pelennor Fields]] raged. The Standard of Elendil broke forth, and his Dúnedain swept down, giving the final blow to the army of [[Gothmog (Lieutenant of Morgul)|Gothmog]]. The counterattacked army of [[Sauron]] crumbled utterly. But Aragorn did not enter the city.

Aragorn, furling his banner, appointed [[Imrahil]] the temporary lord of the City, as the law demanded. Eventually, however, Aragorn did come to the [[Houses of Healing]], where he tended and restored Merry, Éowyn, and [[Faramir son of Denethor II|Faramir]], in accordance with the prophecy “''The hands of the king are the hands of a healer, and so shall the rightful king be known''”. Aragorn then left the city, hooded and cloaked, and yet the people of Minas Tirith followed him, for they had heard rumors. Yet when in the morning they saw the banner of [[Dol Amroth]], they wondered if the Return of the King had been but a dream.

Aragorn held [[Last Debate|council]] with his trusted companions, namely Gandalf, Éomer, Imrahil, and Elrond’s sons – Halbarad had fallen in battle. He agreed to pull forth the forces of [[Mordor]] for the benefit of the [[Quest of the Ring]], and so arranged matters for the [[Battle of the Morannon]]. After the Destruction of the Ring in [[Orodruin]] and victory at the [[Morannon]], Aragorn returned at last in the triumphant manner that befitted his position. He was crowned at the gates of Minas Tirith, winning the hearts of the people of [[Gondor]]. Gandalf took him up the slopes of Mount [[Mindolluin]], and there Aragorn found the scion of [[Nimloth]], the symbol of his mastery of the [[Reunited Kingdom]]. He wedded Arwen on Midsummer's day of 3019, and then was forced to bid his old friends farewell. He turned back to his new kingdom as the [[Fourth Age]] dawned and the Ringbearers left the shores of Middle-earth forever.

===Reign as Elessar===
Aragorn ruled the [[Reunited Kingdom]] of Gondor and Arnor until year 120 of the [[Fourth Age]]. He died after 210 years of life and 122 years of rule. His wife Arwen, now mortal, gave up her life shortly afterwards in year 121, aged 2,901.

He founded the [[House of Telcontar]], and was succeeded by his son [[Eldarion]]. He also had a number of daughters, whose names were not recorded.

Through his ancestor Elendil, Aragorn was a descendant of the [[Númenóreans]], great [[Men]] who were granted long lives by the [[Valar]]. Though [[Númenor]] was destroyed, its people lived on as the [[Dúnedain]], and like their ancestors they too were long-lived. Thus Aragorn lived to a great age, finally passing on at 210 years.

==Etymology==
The name '''Aragorn''' has long been without a clear etymology. [[Ruth S. Noel]] and several others proposed "King of the Tree"{{ref|2}}, but [[J.R.R. Tolkien]] specifically said that this was not the case{{ref|3}}. [[David Salo]] deduces "Having Kingly Valor" {{ref|4}} from Tolkien's cryptic "'Kingly Valour (for so is that name interpreted)"{{ref|5}}. This is still the most often cited etymology; Robert Ireland's ''[[A Tolkien Dictionary]]'' gives the variation "Royal Zeal"{{ref|6}}. [[Carl F. Hostetter]] proposed the meanings "King of the Globe" or "King of the Hill" in his analysis of the [[King's Letter]]{{ref|7}}. In "Words, Phrases & Passages in ''The Lord of the Rings''", a late 1950's manuscript by Tolkien, the most clear, and apparently final, thoughts of Tolkien indicate the name means '''"Revered King"''', from ''[[aran]]'' "king" and ''ngorn'' "dreaded, revered"{{ref|8}}.

===Names and titles===
* Aragorn II - Aragorn's name as [[Chieftain of the Dúnedain]]. He was likely named after [[Aragorn I]].
* [[Thorongil]] - "Eagle of the Star", a pseudonym used in [[Gondor]] and [[Rohan]].
* [[Elessar]] - The Elfstone, Aragorn's name as a king. Despite populare use as such, Aragorn was never known as "Aragorn Elessar", "Aragorn II Elessar" or "[[Rankin/Bass' The Return of the King|King Aragorn]]".
* Edhelharn - The [[Sindarin]] equivalent of Elessar, used in the King's Letter{{ref|9}}.
* [[Elfstone]] - The [[Common Speech]] version of the previous two.
* [[Estel]] - Usually glossed as "Hope", the concept ''estel'' more widely means "hope, trust, a temper of mind, steady fixed in purpose, and difficult to dissuade and unlikely to fall into despair or abandon its purpose".
* [[Strider]] - A sobriquet given by the men of [[Bree]]. Aragorn used it mockingly.
* [[Wingfoot]] - A honorary name given by [[Éomer]] after the pursuit of the [[Uruk-hai]] through the [[Eastemnet]].
* [[Telcontar]] - A [[Quenya]] form of "Strider", this was the name of Elessar's Royal House. It was not used independently.
* [[Isildur's Heir]] - A poetic address, as he was the heir of [[Isildur]].
* The Dúnadan - "[[Dúnedain|Man of the West]]", a name given by [[Bilbo Baggins]] when their friendship evolved.
* Longshanks - another, though less frequently used, sobriquet in Bree, ascribed to [[Bill Ferny]]. The legs of the [[Bree-men]] were shorter than the legs of the [[Dúnedain]].
* Arakorno - A rare Quenya form of Aragorn, which only appeared in a discussion about the words for Quenya "and"{{ref|10}}.

==Other versions of the legendarium==
In the earliest unpublished versions of ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]'' (see ''[[The History of The Lord of the Rings]]''), the character that later became Aragorn was called '''''[[Trotter]]''''' instead of Strider, and was a [[Hobbit]] instead of a [[Men|Man]]. He had wooden feet, because he had once traveled to Mordor and been tortured there.

==Portrayal in adaptations==
<gallery>
Image:Strider from Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings.jpg|Aragorn as portrayed in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]].
Image:Aragorn from Rankin-Bass' The Return of the King.jpg|Aragorn as portrayed in [[Rankin/Bass' The Return of the King]].
Image:Aragorn grimace.jpg|[[Viggo Mortensen]] as Aragorn in [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]].
</gallery>

In Ralph Bakshi's animated film [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings|The Lord of the Rings]], Aragorn is voiced by [[John Hurt]]. Some critics have accused this character of looking too much like a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stereotypes_of_Native_Americans stereotype of a Native American].

In the [[Rankin/Bass]] animated version of [[Rankin/Bass' The Return of the King|The Return of the King]], Aragorn is voiced by [[Theodore Bikel]].

[[Robert Stephens]] provided the voice of Aragorn in [[The Lord of the Rings (1981 radio series)|the 1981 radio series]].

In [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]], Aragorn is played by [[Viggo Mortensen]], though originally, [[Stuart Townsend]] was cast in the role. Townsend was deemed too young. Mortensen had just two weeks to train for his first scene, the standoff with the [[Nazgûl]] at [[Weathertop]]. Mortensen portrays Aragorn full of self-doubt; a change that was presumably made to fit him in the modern "anti-hero" jacket. He shows great trouble over the choice whether or not he should become king, whereas in the book, there is no doubt of his purpose to return as the king from the very first time his lineage is revealed.

==Genealogy==
<code>
[[Eärendil the Mariner|Eärendil]] = [[Elwing]]
| [[Celeborn, Lord of Lórien|Celeborn]] = [[Galadriel]]
| |
--------|-------- |
| | |
| | |
[[Elros]] [[Elrond]] = [[Celebrían]]
: |
[[Kings of Numenor]] |
: |
Lords of [[Andúnië]] |
: |
[[Elendil]] † |
| |
------|------ |
| | | † [[High King]] of [[Arnor]] ''and'' [[Gondor]]
| | |
[[Isildur]] † [[Anárion son of Elendil|Anárion]] |
: : |
: : |
''The Kings'' ''The Kings'' |
''of [[Arnor]]'' ''of [[Gondor]]'' |
: : |
: : |
: [[Eärnur]] ‡ | ‡ Last [[King of Gondor]]
: |
[[Chieftains of the Dúnedain|Chieftains of]] |
[[Chieftains of the Dúnedain|the Dúnedain]] |
: |
: |
[[Arathorn II]] = [[Gilraen]] |
| |
| |
'''ARAGORN II''' = [[Arwen]]
|
-------|-------
| |
| |
[[Eldarion]] ''numerous daughters''
</code>

== Notes ==
<div style="font-size: 80%">
# {{note|1}} ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]'', [[Appendix B]].
# {{note|2}} [[Ruth S. Noel]], ''[[The Languages of Tolkien's Middle-earth]]'', page 114.
# {{note|3}} ''[[The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien]]'', [[Letter 347]].
# {{note|4}} [[David Salo]], ''[[A Gateway to Sindarin]]'', page 341.
# {{note|5}} ''[[The Peoples of Middle-earth]]'', Foreword, page xii.
# {{note|6}} Robert Ireland, ''[[A Tolkien Dictionary]]'', [http://www.quicksilver899.com/Tolkien/LOTR/LOTR_AC.html The Lord of the Rings A-C].
# {{note|7}} [[Carl F. Hostetter]], "The 'King's Letter': An Historical and Comparative Analysis", [[Vinyar Tengwar 31]], page 18.
# {{note|8}} [[J.R.R. Tolkien]], "Words, Phrases & Passages in 'The Lord of the Rings'", [[Parma Eldalamberon]] 17, page 113.
# {{note|9}} ''[[Sauron Defeated]]'', The Epilogue, page 128 and following.
# {{note|10}} [[J.R.R. Tolkien]], "Words, Phrases & Passages in 'The Lord of the Rings'", [[Parma Eldalamberon]] 17, page 71.
</div>
==See also==
*[[:Category:Images of Aragorn|Images of Aragorn]].

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Teleri

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{{race
|image=[[Image:Elf of the First Age by gorrem.jpg|250px]]
|name=Teleri
|dominions=[[Alqualondë]], [[Isle of Balar]], [[Ossiriand]], [[Doriath]], [[Mithlond]].
|languages=[[Sindarin]], [[Common Telerin]], [[Nandorin]].
|height=Tall.
|length=
|skincolor=White.
|haircolor=Dark, silver.
|feathers=
|distinctions=Extreme love of the sea/forest.
|lifespan=Immortal.
|members=[[Elwë]], [[Enel]], [[Olwë]], [[Celeborn, Lord of Lórien|Celeborn]], [[Círdan]].
}}
The '''Teleri''' (meaning ''Those who come last'', singular ''Teler'') were the third of the [[Elves|Elf]] clans who came to [[Aman]]. Those who came to Aman became known as the [[Falmari]]. They were the ancestors of the [[Valinor|Valinorean]] Teleri, and the [[Sindar]], [[Laiquendi]], and [[Nandor]] of [[Middle-earth]].

The third clan was the largest of the three houses of the Elves, and most of the [[Avari]] originally belonged to this clan.

In ancient times they named themselves '''Lindar''', or "Singers", because they were known for their fair voices. They were also called '''Nelyar''' ("The Third").

The Sindar of [[Beleriand]] called themselves simply ''[[Sindar|Edhil]]'', which means ''Elves'', and is related to the Quenya word ''Eldar'' of the same meaning.

According to legend, the Teleri were descended from [[Awakening of the Elves|Enel]], the third Elf to awake in [[Cuiviénen]], his spouse Enelyë and their 72 companions, but it was [[Elwë]], the first of the Teleri to come to Valinor, who became their king.

The Teleri were sundered from the first two clans, the [[Vanyar]] and the [[Noldor]], because they tarried behind searching for their lost king Elwë (later known as Thingol), and the first two clans were ferried across to Valinor on a huge island before. The [[Maiar|Maia]] [[Ossë]], kept them company while they waited, and became their friend.
Later when [[Ulmo]] returned with the island ferry, the Teleri had grown to love the sea. Ossë convinced Ulmo to anchor the island in the bay of [[Eldamar]], off the shores of Aman, and persuaded many of the Teleri to reamin in Middle-Earth. The Teleri long remained on this [[Tol Eressëa|Lonely Isle]], and their language changed in different ways from that of the Vanyar and Ñoldor. Much later the Teleri learned to build ships, and finally made it to Aman.

The Teleri refused to join the Noldor in leaving Valinor, and many of them were cruelly slain in the [[Kinslaying]] at their chief city of [[Alqualondë]], or Swan Harbour. For this reason few or none of the Teleri joined the host of the [[Valar]] which set out to capture [[Morgoth]] for good. It is recounted that the Teleri eventually forgave the Ñoldor for the Kinslaying, and the two kindreds were at peace again.

Their tongue, known as ''Telerin'' or ''Lindalambë'' (tongue of the Lindar), was considered by some to be a dialect of [[Quenya]], but the Teleri themselves considered it to be an independent language. It was much more conservative than Quenya, and was the closest to [[Common Telerin]] (from which [[Sindarin]] and [[Nandorin]] were also derived), and even to [[Common Eldarin]] of the later Elvish languages.

==Other versions of the legendarium==
In the early versions of Tolkien's mythology (see: ''[[The History of Middle-earth]]''), they were known as '''''Solosimpi''''' ("Pipers of the Shores"), while the name ''Teleri'' was given to the clan of Elves known in the published version of ''[[The Silmarillion]]'' as [[Vanyar]].

==External link==
*[http://www.uib.no/People/hnohf/telerin.htm Ardalambion article on Telerin]

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Fingon

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{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Anna Lee - Fingon.jpg|280px]]
| name=Fingon
| quenya=[[fn]] ''[[Findekáno]]''.
| titles=[[High King of the Noldor]].
| birth=1280 [[YOTT]] in [[Tirion]].
| realm=[[Hithlum]].
| death=[[First Age 472]].
| age=2,580.
| parentage=[[Fingolfin]] + [[Anairë]].
| spouse=None.
| children=
| gender=Male.
| hair=Dark.
| ref=''[[The Silmarillion]]''.
|}}
{{Transcribed|Fingon_tengwar.png|Fingon|Tengwar, Mode of Beleriand}}
'''Fingon''' ([[Years of the Trees]] 1280 – [[First Age]] 472, aged approx. 2,580 years) was a [[High King of the Noldor]] in [[Beleriand]] during the [[First Age]]. He was the eldest son of [[Fingolfin]], older brother of [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]], [[Aredhel]], and [[Argon]]1.

== History ==

Fingon went with his father and people from [[Aman]] to [[Middle-earth]] at the beginning of the [[First Age]]. He achieved renown soon after for his daring rescue of [[Maedhros]] from [[Thangorodrim]]. Fingolfin gave Fingon a domain in [[Dor-lómin]], in the west of [[Hithlum]], where he did good service during the [[Siege of Angband]]; defeating [[Orcs]] that attempted to go around to the north and attack Hithlum from the west, and then later the first to fight against the [[Dragon]] [[Glaurung]] when he first came forth from [[Angband]].

Fingon became High King when Fingolfin died fighting [[Morgoth]] after the [[Dagor Bragollach]] ("Battle of Sudden Flame"). Seven years later, Morgoth's forces invaded Hithlum, and Fingon was hard-pressed and outnumbered, but rescued by [[Círdan]] and his people of the [[Falas]], who came up the [[Firth of Drengist]] in their ships.

In the [[Nirnaeth Arnoediad]] ("Battle of Unnumbered Tears"), Fingon was nearly victorious; but at the end he was killed by [[Gothmog, Lord of Balrogs|Gothmog]], Lord of [[Balrogs]].

Turgon became by right the High King of the Noldor, although after the battle he returned to the secrecy of [[Gondolin]].

== Other Versions of the Legendarium ==
In the published ''[[The Silmarillion]]'' Fingon was the father of [[Gil-galad]], but this was an editorial mistake by [[Christopher Tolkien]], and is said "to have no wife or children". Argon does not appear in the published Silmarillion at all.

== Etymology ==
Fingon's [[father-name]] was '''Findekáno''' ([[Quenya]] for "Skilled Hero"). Fingon is the [[Sindarin]] version of his father-name.

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Fingolfin]] = [[Anairë]]
|
____________|_____________
| | | |
| | | |
'''FINGON''' [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]] [[Aredhel]] [[Argon]]1
</code>
{{sequence
|prev=[[Fingolfin]]
|next=[[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]]
|list=4th [[High King of the Noldor]] <code>I</code> 456 – 472
}}

== Notes ==
# [[Argon]] only appears in very late writings by [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] as published in ''[[The History of Middle-earth]]'', and is left out of the published ''[[The Silmarillion]]''.

=== See Also ===
* '''[[:Category:Images of Fingon|Images of Fingon]]'''.

{{Pronounce|Fingon.mp3|Ardamir}}

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Fingon

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{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Anna Lee - Fingon.jpg|250px]]
| name=Fingon
| quenya=[[fn]] ''[[Findekáno]]''
| titles=[[High King of the Noldor]]
| birth=1280 [[YOTT]] in [[Tirion]]
| realm=[[Hithlum]]
| death=[[First Age 472]]
| age=2580+
| parentage=[[Fingolfin]] + [[Anairë]]
| spouse=None
| children=
| gender=Male
| hair=Dark
| ref=''[[The Silmarillion]]''
|}}
{{Transcribed|Fingon_tengwar.png|Fingon|Tengwar, Mode of Beleriand}}
'''Fingon''' ([[Years of the Trees]] 1280 – [[First Age]] 472, aged approx. 2,580 years) was a [[High King of the Noldor]] in [[Beleriand]] during the [[First Age]]. He was the eldest son of [[Fingolfin]], older brother of [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]], [[Aredhel]], and [[Argon]]1.

== History ==

Fingon went with his father and people from [[Aman]] to [[Middle-earth]] at the beginning of the [[First Age]]. He achieved renown soon after for his daring rescue of [[Maedhros]] from [[Thangorodrim]]. Fingolfin gave Fingon a domain in [[Dor-lómin]], in the west of [[Hithlum]], where he did good service during the [[Siege of Angband]]; defeating [[Orcs]] that attempted to go around to the north and attack Hithlum from the west, and then later the first to fight against the [[Dragon]] [[Glaurung]] when he first came forth from [[Angband]].

Fingon became High King when Fingolfin died fighting [[Morgoth]] after the [[Dagor Bragollach]] ("Battle of Sudden Flame"). Seven years later, Morgoth's forces invaded Hithlum, and Fingon was hard-pressed and outnumbered, but rescued by [[Círdan]] and his people of the [[Falas]], who came up the [[Firth of Drengist]] in their ships.

In the [[Nirnaeth Arnoediad]] ("Battle of Unnumbered Tears"), Fingon was nearly victorious; but at the end he was killed by [[Gothmog, Lord of Balrogs|Gothmog]], Lord of [[Balrogs]].

Turgon became by right the High King of the Noldor, although after the battle he returned to the secrecy of [[Gondolin]].

== Other Versions of the Legendarium ==
In the published ''[[The Silmarillion]]'' Fingon was the father of [[Gil-galad]], but this was an editorial mistake by [[Christopher Tolkien]], and is said "to have no wife or children". Argon does not appear in the published Silmarillion at all.

== Etymology ==
Fingon's [[father-name]] was '''Findekáno''' ([[Quenya]] for "Skilled Hero"). Fingon is the [[Sindarin]] version of his father-name.

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Fingolfin]] = [[Anairë]]
|
____________|_____________
| | | |
| | | |
'''FINGON''' [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]] [[Aredhel]] [[Argon]]1
</code>
{{sequence
|prev=[[Fingolfin]]
|next=[[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]]
|list=4th [[High King of the Noldor]] <code>I</code> 456 – 472
}}

== Notes ==
# [[Argon]] only appears in very late writings by [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] as published in ''[[The History of Middle-earth]]'', and is left out of the published ''[[The Silmarillion]]''.

=== See Also ===
* '''[[:Category:Images of Fingon|Images of Fingon]]'''.

{{Pronounce|Fingon.mp3|Ardamir}}

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Fingon

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{{noldor infobox
| image=[[Image:Anna Lee - Fingon.jpg|250px]]
| name=Fingon
| quenya=[[fn]] ''[[Findekáno]]''
| titles=[[High King of the Noldor]]
| birth=1280 [[YOTT]] in [[Tirion]]
| realm=[[Hithlum]]
| death=[[First Age 472]]
| age=2580+
| parentage=[[Fingolfin]] + [[Anairë]]
| spouse=None
| children=
| gender=Male
| hair=Dark
| ref=''[[The Silmarillion]]''
|}}
{{Transcribed|Fingon_tengwar.png|Fingon|Tengwar, Mode of Beleriand}}
'''Fingon''' ([[Years of the Trees]] 1280 – [[First Age]] 472, aged approx. 2,580 years) was a [[High King of the Noldor]] in [[Beleriand]] during the [[First Age]]. He was the eldest son of [[Fingolfin]], older brother of [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]], [[Aredhel]], and [[Argon]]1.

== History ==

Fingon went with his father and people from [[Aman]] to [[Middle-earth]] at the beginning of the [[First Age]]. He achieved renown soon after for his daring rescue of [[Maedhros]] from [[Thangorodrim]]. Fingolfin gave Fingon a domain in [[Dor-lómin]], in the west of [[Hithlum]], where he did good service during the [[Siege of Angband]]; defeating [[Orcs]] that attempted to go around to the north and attack Hithlum from the west, and then later the first to fight against the [[Dragon]] [[Glaurung]] when he first came forth from [[Angband]].

Fingon became High King when Fingolfin died fighting [[Morgoth]] after the [[Dagor Bragollach]] ("Battle of Sudden Flame"). Seven years later, Morgoth's forces invaded Hithlum, and Fingon was hard-pressed and outnumbered, but rescued by [[Círdan]] and his people of the [[Falas]], who came up the [[Firth of Drengist]] in their ships.

In the [[Nirnaeth Arnoediad]] ("Battle of Unnumbered Tears"), Fingon was nearly victorious; but at the end he was killed by [[Gothmog, Lord of Balrogs|Gothmog]], Lord of [[Balrogs]].

Turgon became by right the High King of the Noldor, although after the battle he returned to the secrecy of [[Gondolin]].

== Other Versions of the Legendarium ==
In the published ''[[The Silmarillion]]'' Fingon was the father of [[Gil-galad]], but this was an editorial mistake by [[Christopher Tolkien]], and is said "to have no wife or children". Argon does not appear in the published Silmarillion at all.

== Etymology ==
Fingon's [[father-name]] was '''Findekáno''' ([[Quenya]] for "Skilled Hero"). Fingon is the [[Sindarin]] version of his father-name.

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Fingolfin]] = [[Anairë]]
|
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| | | |
| | | |
'''FINGON''' [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]] [[Aredhel]] [[Argon]]1
</code>
{{sequence
|prev=[[Fingolfin]]
|next=[[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon]]
|list=4th [[High King of the Noldor]] <code>I</code> 456 – 472
}}

== Notes ==
# [[Argon]] only appears in very late writings by [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] as published in ''[[The History of Middle-earth]]'', and is left out of the published ''[[The Silmarillion]]''.

=== See Also ===
* '''[[:Category:Images of Fingon|Images of Fingon]]'''.

[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]
[[de:Fingon]]
[[fi:Fingon]]

Varda

2008-05-21T02:21:51Z

Linathiel:

{{valar infobox
| image=[[Image:Anya_Valle_-_Varda_Elentari.jpg|250px]]
| name=Varda
| othernames=See ''[[#Names|Names]]''.
| coming=[[Years of the Lamps]].
| appointment=Queen of the [[Valar]].
| creations=The [[stars]].
| maiar=[[Ilmarë]] and [[Olórin]].
| dwelling=[[Taniquetil]].
| gender=Female.
| spouse=[[Manwë]].
| siblings=
| appearance=
| robes=
| hair=
| eyes=
|}}
{{quote|O stars that in the Sunless Year With shining hand by her were sown, In Windy fields now bright and clear We see your silver blossom blown!|Hymn to Elbereth, ''[[Three is Company]]''.}}
'''Varda Elentári''' was a [[Valar|Valië]], wife of [[Manwë]], and Queen of the Valar.

==History==
When [[Melkor]] first began to create his discord, Varda saw his mind, and hated him. Melkor feared and hated Varda the most out of the Valar.

Varda was said to be too beautiful for words. Within her face radiated the light of [[Eru|Ilúvatar]]. She resided with [[Manwë]] in [[Valinor]]. Varda created the stars with the dews from the vats of [[Telperion]], the silver of the [[Two Trees]]. Varda is said to be the Vala most loved and revered by the [[Elves]] in Middle-earth, she is also believed to be the most beautiful.

==Inspiration==
The Valar, being divine beings below a greater, more ultimate Creator, [[Ilúvatar]], are thought of as being the [[Middle-earth]] equivalent of saints and angels; it has therefore been suggested that Varda, in her role as the most loved and prayed-to Vala, may be an equivalent of the Virgin Mary in Tolkien's own Catholic faith.

[[Image:Ted Nasmith - Varda and Manwë in Valinor.jpg|thumb|left|''Varda with Manwë in Valinor'', by [[Ted Nasmith]].]]
==Names==
''Varda'' means ''sublime'' or ''lofty'' in [[Quenya]], and ''Elentári'' means ''Star-queen''. An epithet of her is ''Tintalle'' which means ''Star-kindler''.

In [[Sindarin]] she is also known as '''Elbereth''' (Star-queen), '''[[Gilthoniel]]''' (Starkindler), '''Fanuilos''' (Ever-white), and some older forms are known as well: '''Baráda''' and '''Bridhil'''. In [[Telerin]] she is called '''Baradis'''.
In [[Adûnaic]], her name was adapted rather than translated; it became '''Avradî'''. Her epithet was translated, into '''Gimilnitîr''' "starkindler".

She is also referred to by the epithets ''The Kindler'', ''Lady of the Stars'', ''Queen of the Stars'', ''Snow-white''. They are translations of her Elvish names.

In NetHack and some other Roguelike games, the name ''Elbereth'' is used as a protective charm. [http://www.steelypips.org/nethack/elbereth_faq.html]

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Varda|Images of Varda]]

{{valar}}
[[Category:Valar]]

Galadriel

2008-05-21T02:18:21Z

Linathiel:

{{noldor infobox
| image= [[Image:Sylvia Polster - Galadriel.jpg|250px]]
| name= Galadriel
| quenya= [[fn]] ''[[Artanis]]'' ([[mn]] ''[[Nerwen]]'').
| titles= Lady of [[Lothlórien]], Lady of Light, Lady of the Wood, Lady of the [[Galadhrim]].
| birth= [[Years of the Trees 1364|Y.T. 1364]], [[Tirion]].
| realm= [[Tirion]], [[Lindon]], [[Eregion]], [[Lothlórien]].
| death= Passed [[West]] [[Third Age 3021|TA 3021]].
| age= 8,300.
| parentage= [[Finarfin]] and [[Eärwen]].
| spouse= [[Celeborn (Lord of Lórien)|Celeborn]].
| children= [[Celebrían]].
| gender= Female.
| hair= Radiant gold-silver.
| ref=''[[Unfinished Tales]]'', ''[[The Silmarillion]]'', ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''
|}}
{{quote|Very tall [Galadriel and Celeborn] were, and the Lady no less tall than the Lord; and they were grave and beautiful. They were clad wholly in white; and the hair of the Lady was of deep gold… but no sign of age was upon them, unless it were in the depths of their eyes; for these were keen as lances in the starlight, and yet profound, the wells of deep memory.|[[The Lord of the Rings]], ''[[The Mirror of Galadriel]]''}}
'''Galadriel''' was a [[Noldo]], one of the [[Calaquendi]], and arguably the most famous and powerful elf of the [[Third Age]]. She was one of the bearers of the [[Three Rings]], of [[Nenya]], and with it kept her realm of [[Lothlórien]] free of stain.

==History==

===Fostering and Life in Aman===

When a fourth child was born to [[Finarfin]], prince of the Noldor, and [[Eärwen]], princess of the [[Teleri]], her father named her ''Artanis'', which is "noble woman". She was unusually tall and strong as she grew, and so Eärwen’s name for her was ''Nerwen'', "man-maiden". But the most distinctive thing about her was her hair, which was of a rare silver-gold color, and dazzlingly bright. Her hair reflected her unusually diverse heritage, being half [[Teleri]]n (typified by silver hair), a quarter [[Noldor]]in (typified by dark hair), and a quarter [[Vanyar]]in (typified by golden hair). Despite her mixed blood, she was identified as a princess of the Noldor, as her father was the third son of [[Finwë]], [[High King of the Noldor]]. Yet according to [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]]’s later accounts she lived with her Telerin relatives in [[Alqualondë]].

It was in Alqualondë that she met [[Celeborn (Lord of Lórien)|Teleporno]], a young Telerin prince probably the son or grandson of [[Olwë]] (which would make him Artanis’s uncle or cousin)[[Galadriel#Other Versions of the Legendarium|*]]. They eventually fell in love, and he called her in his own [[Telerin]] tongue ''[[Alatáriel]]'' (later [[Sindarin]]ized as ''Galadriel''). She had another admirer as well: her half-uncle, [[Fëanor]]. Fëanor, being a lover of beauty and brilliance, noted her shining hair. He may have been inspired by her tresses to make the [[Silmarils]], both being said to capture the light of the [[Two Trees]]. He begged her to spare him some of her hair, but she refused him a single hair three times and he gave up. She had unusually strong powers of mental perception, and when she looked into his mind, she saw only darkness.

During the [[Darkening of Valinor]], she was just as fiery and visionary as Fëanor, although she despised him. During the troubles that followed she took no part in the atrocities against the Teleri during the [[Kinslaying of Alqualondë]], but urged Teleporno her beloved to sail across the [[Belegaer|Sea]] to [[Middle-earth]] by her side. He agreed for her sake, and so they both came under the [[Ban of the Valar]].

===First Age===

Once in [[Beleriand]] they were welcomed by King [[Thingol]] of [[Doriath]], as both were Telerin in origin. Thingol knew nothing of what had happened to his brother [[Olwë]] and the [[Calaquendi]], and they brought news. But they said nothing about the Kinslaying. Teleporno was Sindarinized as ''[[Celeborn (Lord of Lórien)|Celeborn]]'', and Artanis adopted Teleporno’s pet name for her, ''Alatáriel'', in its Sindarin form: ''Galadriel''.

After the rest of the Noldor arrived in Beleriand and the great [[Dagor-nuin-Giliath]] was fought, Galadriel re-established contact with her brothers, though her hate for the orphaned sons of Fëanor was still strong. She learned much from [[Melian]] during her days in Doriath, and occasionally spent time in [[Nargothrond]] with her eldest brother [[Finrod Felagund]]. She and Melian became friends, speaking often to one another about Valinor. Melian was eager to learn of the happenings of the Exile, but Galadriel would tell her nothing of what occurred after the death of the Trees. Eventually, however, as Melian’s guesses became more shrewd and accurate, Galadriel told her more, except for that of the death of Finwë, the Kinslaying, and the [[burning of the Ships]] at [[Losgar]]. Melian was able to discern some, and the rest came in rumors to Thingol’s ears. At last, egged on by the accusing words of Thingol, Angrod told all. Galadriel escaped being removed from Doriath by Thingol’s sympathy to the houses of Finarfin and [[Fingolfin]] for the wrongs they had suffered. All the same, she moved for a time to Nargothrond to live with Finrod. By [[First Age 300|300]], however, she had gone back to live in Doriath. Presumably, her husband lived with her there in peace.

Precisely where the twain were during the [[Sack of Nargothrond|destruction of Nargothrond]] in [[First Age 495| 495]] and [[Sack of Doriath|Doriath]] in [[First Age 503|503]]/[[First Age 506|506]] is unknown; perhaps they were there during the sacks and escaped one or both. It is not unlikely that after the destruction of the latter they went either to the [[Havens of Sirion]] or with their Telerin kin to the [[Isle of Balar]] with [[Círdan]]. If the former, they escaped the [[Third Kinslaying]] there, and either went into hiding in Beleriand or, more probably, went to the Isle of Balar. During the [[War of Wrath]], given the choice whether to stay in Middle-earth or not, they surprisingly decided to remain. Galadriel was still very proud, even arrogant, and refused to accept the pardon of the [[Valar]]. Either Celeborn felt the same way, or stayed for the sake of his wife.

===Second Age===

Galadriel and her husband stayed in [[Lindon]], the kingdom of Galadriel’s grandnephew [[Gil-galad]]. There they stayed for a while, ruling over a fiefdom of Noldor. Eventually they established or moved to [[Eregion]]. Celebrimbor lived there, and gradually grew in importance among the smiths. Perhaps because of Galadriel’s detestation (Celebrimbor being the last of the [[House of Fëanor]]), Celeborn and Galadriel made contact with the [[Nandor]] of [[Amdír]], who dwelt in a forest realm called [[Lórinand]]. They eventually crossed the [[Hithaeglir]] through [[Moria]] and relocated to there, becoming great among the Wood-elves.

Though Galadriel urged Celebrimbor against it, the Noldo collaborated with [[Annatar]] on the great process of making [[Rings of Power]]. By Annatar’s help, the Elves of Eregion created many rings, but both Celebrimbor and Annatar created greater rings of their own in secret. Celebrimbor wrought the [[Three Rings]] of the Elves, which were far more powerful than the lesser rings. Annatar, however, wrought the [[One Ring]]. When he placed it on his finger, the Elves were aware of his treachery, and took off their rings. Celebrimbor, afraid for his life but even more for the safety of the Three Rings, sent them to three of the [[Wise]]: [[Narya]] for Círdan, [[Vilya]] for Gil-galad, and [[Nenya]] for Galadriel. Very few even of the [[Eldar]] knew who hid each of these Rings. Celebrimbor was slain by [[Sauron]] not long after, and Eregion was laid waste. But the Three Rings were safe.

[[Image:Angus McBride - Galadriel.gif|thumb|left|250px|''Galadriel'' by [[Angus McBride]]]]In time Amdír, King of Lórinand, was slain in the [[Battle of Dagorlad]] during the [[War of the Last Alliance]]. Celeborn may have participated in the war, but the greatest effect it had on the twain (and Lórinand) was the destruction of Sauron and the loss of the [[One Ring]]. Galadriel was now free to use her ring. With Nenya, the Ring of Water, Galadriel made the realm of Lórinand even greater. With the power of her ring, she protected it from the intrusion of evils throughout the [[Third Age]].

===Third Age===

When [[Amroth]] son of Amdír perished, Celeborn and Galadriel ruled Lórinand (now known as [[Lothlórien]] or Lórien) jointly, and were called the [[Lord and Lady]]. Lothlórien blossomed, and Galadriel planted the [[mallorn]] seeds brought with her from Lindon, the only mallorns east of the Sea. They established [[Caras Galadhon]], and the realm of Lothlórien was one of light and life. It was during their days of power and glory in Lothlórien (either before or after the deaths of Amdír and Amroth) that Galadriel bore her first and only child: a daughter exceedingly fair named [[Celebrían]]. She married [[Elrond]], a close friend of Galadriel’s and bearer of [[Vilya]] after the death of Gil-galad during the Alliance. Celeborn and Galadriel had three grandchildren by her, one of whom, [[Arwen]], they were especially close to. But Celebrían was waylaid and tortured by [[Orcs]] in [[Third Age 2509|2509]], and passed West over the sea.

In [[Third Age 2463|2463]] the [[White Council]] was formed. Galadriel, being one of the [[Wise]] and the greatest threat to Sauron alive, was one of the members. Celeborn may have been as well, but this is not known for sure. She was a good friend of [[Gandalf the Grey]], and recommended that he be made head of the Council. But this distinction fell instead to [[Saruman]], whom she distrusted.

[[Image:Billy Mosig - The Mirror of Galadriel.jpg|thumb|right|250px|''The Mirror of Galadriel'' by [[Billy Mosig]]]]During the [[War of the Ring]], Galadriel met the [[Fellowship of the Ring]] in [[Third Age 3019|3019]]. She especially was attentive to the [[Hobbit]] [[Frodo Baggins]], who was the bearer of the [[One Ring]]. She showed him Nenya, and let him gaze into her [[Mirror of Galadriel|mirror]] of seeing. He offered her the One Ring, and despite the extreme temptation, she resisted it successfully. She sent the Fellowship off on their quest furnished with gifts. The two most important gifts she gave were to [[Aragorn II|Aragorn]], whom she knew well and liked, and a [[dwarf]] named [[Gimli]]. To Aragorn she gave the [[Elfstone]], which she had worn, and Celebrían her daughter. She was unsure as to what to give Gimli, and asked what he wanted. After complimenting her beauty, he requested a single strand of her hair. Galadriel remembered the posing of a similar question by Fëanor, but had searched Gimli’s heart and knew that his intentions were pure. She rewarded him with three strands, which he was later to put into an imperishable crystal in memory of her.

Not long after the departure of the Fellowship she received the resurrected Gandalf. She reclothed and refurnished him, giving him a new staff. After Gandalf left, Lothlórien was subjected to three successive attacks by armies coming out of [[Dol Guldur]]. By the power of her Ring they were thrice repulsed. Celeborn then led [[Fall of Dol Guldur|an attack on Dol Guldur]] itself. Once the dark fortress was in the hands of the Galadhrim, Galadriel came, threw down its walls, and purified it of its evil. It was her last act of power, for the One Ring was destroyed, and the strength of Nenya waned and eventually vanished almost completely.

===Return to Valinor===

Galadriel attended the wedding of Aragorn with Arwen, then returned to Lothlórien. But in [[Third Age 3021|3021]], two years later, she bade farewell to Celeborn her husband and went West to Valinor. With her went the other two bearers of the Rings, Gandalf and Elrond, and Frodo and Bilbo Baggins who had borne the One Ring. They passed West, and came never again to Middle-earth. There in Valinor Galadriel must have tried to heal Frodo of his spiritual wounds. Whether she was successful or not is unknown. But sometime later during the [[Fourth Age]] she received Celeborn, her husband. And in [[Fourth Age 120]], it is said, she received Gimli her admirer, who died in Valinor.

==Characteristics==

Galadriel was very beautiful, her hair being the most notable feature about her. It reminded the Eldar of the light of the [[Two Trees]]. Galadriel, at least in her earlier years, was of a somewhat proud and rebellious nature. She was free-spirited, and during her time in Aman had many dreams of wide unexplored lands. Her favorite brother was Finrod, for he, too, shared this vision. She could explore the minds and hearts of others, and her gaze was seeing. It may be because of her unusual beauty and power that she became proud.

But by the Third Age she is also seen to act with wisdom and gentleness. In ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]'', she appears very gentle, firm, and wise. She was revered even more than Celeborn by the Galadhrim and all who met her.

==Other Versions of the Legendarium==

There is a bit of befuddlement and confusion in the story of Galadriel, which Tolkien revised multiple times. Originally, and in the published ''[[The Silmarillion|Silmarillion]]'', Galadriel supported Fëanor and even fought at Alqualondë. Then she met Celeborn in [[Doriath]], for Celeborn was one of the Sindar. This earlier account explains the difficulty of Celeborn and Galadriel being so closely related (the Eldar did not marry that close). Though it’s possible that Galadriel and Celeborn rebelliously defied the customs and laws, it is primarily because of this difficulty that some [[Tolkienists]] take the earlier account as canon.

The later account is the one used here, being considered more canon by most (being written and used later than other accounts). It is found in ''[[The Peoples of Middle-earth]]''.

== Genealogy ==
<code>
[[Finarfin]] = [[Eärwen]]
|
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| | | |
| | | |
[[Finrod]] [[Angrod]] = [[Eldalótë]] [[Aegnor]] '''GALADRIEL''' = [[Celeborn, Lord of Lórien|Celeborn]]
| |
| |
[[Orodreth of Nargothrond|Orodreth]] [[Celebrían]] = [[Elrond]]
| |
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[[Gil-galad]] [[Finduilas of Nargothrond|Finduilas]] |
[[Arwen]] = [[Aragorn II|Aragorn Elessar]]

</code>

== Portrayal in Adaptations ==
[[Image:Ralph Bakshi's Galadriel.jpg|thumb|left|Galadriel as portrayed in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]]]]
[[Image:Peter Jackson's Galadriel.jpg|thumb|[[Cate Blanchett]] as Galadriel in [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]]]]
In [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]] Galadriel is voiced by [[Annette Crosbie]].

In [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]] Galadriel is played by [[Cate Blanchett]]. In the movie adaptation of The Fellowship of the Ring, Galadriel narrates the Prologue, explaining the creation of the Rings of Power and the War of the Last Alliance. Earlier plans considered were to have either Frodo or Gandalf narrate the Prologue, but this was dropped: Frodo wasn't alive until thousands of years after these events happened, and although Gandalf was alive, he was not present in Middle-earth at the time; the Wizards came some one thousand years after the Prologue ends. Thus Galadriel narrates the Prologue, because she had first-hand accounts of this history and actively participated in its events.

Later in the films, Galadriel frequently seems to be consulting telepathically with Elrond; there is some indication from the books that the two were able to communicate in some way, but the specific instances in the movies (particularly the discussion with Elrond in ''[[Peter Jackson's The Two Towers]]'') have no direct counterparts in the books. She does at one point send messages to [[Aragorn II|Aragorn]] and certain members of the Fellowship, which do not make it into the movie. Further, the notion that Galadriel would send her warriors to assist at [[Helm's Deep]] is practically unthinkable in the context of the books, where [[Lórien in Middle-earth|Lórien]] is itself under threat of attack at the time.

== In Popular Culture ==
The name Galadriel has moved outside of Tolkien's work and into the wider world; parents occasionally give it to their daughters, and a number of rock bands and at least one high-end shop have adopted it as their own. The main character in the novel [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_Gilly_Hopkins The Great Gilly Hopkins] is also named Galadriel, or Gilly for short.

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Galadriel|Images of Galadriel]]

[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:House of Finwë]]
[[Category:Characters in The Lord of the Rings]]
[[de:Galadriel]]
[[fi:Galadriel]]

Gildor

2008-05-21T02:14:00Z

Linathiel:

[[Image:Alan Lee - Frodo meets Gildor.jpg|thumb|250px|''Frodo meets Gildor,'' by [[Alan Lee]].]]
'''Gildor Inglorion''' was a [[Noldor|Noldorin]] [[Elves|Elf]] of the House of [[Finrod Felagund|Finrod]]. In ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]'' he met [[Frodo Baggins]] and his friends on the road out of the [[Shire]]. He warned him about the [[Black Riders]], gave Frodo's company food and lodging for the night, and greatly impressed [[Sam]].

== Gildor's Ancestry ==
The question has arisen of the identity of this character. Gildor calls himself "Gildor Inglorion of the House of Finrod." He also says: "We are Exiles, and most of our kindred have long departed and we too are only tarrying here a while, ere we return over the [[Great Sea]].". At the time when ''The Lord of the Rings'' was written, Finrod still meant the character later known as [[Finarfin]]. If we read "House of Finrod" to mean "House of Finarfin", we can place him among the Noldor who joined the host of Finarfin during the Exile, and came to [[Beleriand]] under Finrod Felagund.

Some argue that the name "Inglorion", which means "son of Inglor" suggests, that he was in fact the son of Finrod Felagund himself, who was at that time still called Inglor. There is, however, strong evidence against it.

In ''[[The Silmarillion]]'' it is stated that Finrod had no wife, since he loved [[Amarië]] of the [[Vanyar]], who refused to go with him to the exile. This means that he could only have a son after he died in [[Middle-earth]] and went to the [[Halls of Mandos]]. He might have been resurrected by Mandos, and then married Amarië. It is very unlikely (probably impossible), however, that he would be allowed to return to Middle-earth. The only such instance would be [[Glorfindel of Rivendell|Glorfindel]], and it is doubtful that if that was the case, there would be no mention of it in Tolkien's writings. Furthermore, Gildor wouldn't describe himself as one of the Exiles.

Furthermore, if he were Finrod's son, he would have right to claim High Kingship of the Noldor instead of [[Gil-galad]] after [[Turgon of Gondolin|Turgon's]] death. It is also said that there were only two children—[[Idril]] and [[Orodreth of Nargothrond|Orodreth]]—of "the third generation from [[Finwë]] to go with the exiles."

It should also be noted that Tolkien initially used names from his (unpublished!) ''[[The Silmarillion]]'' writings rather at random in ''[[The Hobbit]]'' and the first drafts of the sequel which would become the LotR: other examples are the mention of [[Gondolin]] and the appearance of [[Elrond]] in ''The Hobbit'', which were only later brought into alignment with the LotR and the unpublished mythology by a third edition of the book. It is likely that after realizing what the work had become Tolkien would have removed ''Inglorion'' as a name of Gildor, just like he intended to rename Glorfindel. In the end, neither of these changes actually were made.

This all suggests that, while Gildor might have been initially intended to be Felagund's son, in the final version he probably became a member of the House of Finrod as one of its servants, not one of its sons—perhaps one of the knights of [[Nargothrond]], and a son of Inglor—a character unconnected to Finrod Felagund.

[[Category:High Elves]]
[[Category:Noldor]]
[[de:Gildor Inglorion]]
[[fi:Gildor (haltia)]]

Edhellond

2008-05-21T02:08:03Z

Linathiel:

{{location
| image=[[Image:John Howe - Edhellond.jpg|300px]]
| name=Edhellond
| othernames=Amroth's Haven.
| etymology=[[S.]] ''[[edhel]]'' "elf" + ''[[lond]]'' "haven"/"harbor".
| type=Harbor.
| location=Southern [[Gondor]], mouth of [[Ringló]]/[[Morthond]] river.
| inhabitants=[[Falathrim]], [[Gondorians]].
| realms=[[Gondor]].
| description=
| events=Loss of [[Amroth]].
| references=
|}}
'''Edhellond''' was an ancient harbor in southern [[Gondor]].

Edhellond had been founded by the [[Falathrim|Falathrim Elves]] before the end of the [[First Age]], as a place where they built ships to leave for [[Valinor]].

[[Amroth]], Prince of Lórien, was lost at or near Edhellond in the year 1981 of the [[Third Age]] while looking for his beloved [[Nimrodel the Elf-maid|Nimrodel]]. One of her handmaidens, [[Mithrellas]], was taken by [[Imrazôr]] the [[Númenórean]] as his wife, and their son [[Galador]] was to become the founder of the Princes of [[Dol Amroth]] line.

Edhellond was built at the mouth of the rivers [[Ringló]] and [[Morthond]], where they flowed into Cobas Haven.

== Etymology ==
Edhellond means "Elf Haven" in [[Sindarin]] (from ''[[edhel]]'' = "Elf" and ''[[lond]]'' = "harbor, haven").

[[Category:Gondor]]
[[Category:Elven Cities]]
[[Category:Harbors]]
[[de:Edhellond]]
[[fi:Edhellond]]

Elves

2008-05-21T02:02:59Z

Linathiel:

{{race
| image=[[Image:Jenny Dolfen - Glorfindel and Ecthelion.jpg|300px]]
| name= Elves
| dominions= Most prominently [[Doriath]], [[Nargothrond]], [[Gondolin]], [[Hithlum]], [[Lindon]], [[Eregion]], [[Lothlórien]], and [[Rivendell]].
| languages= [[Quenya]] and [[Sindarin]], with various other dialects.
| height=Taller than [[Men]].
| length=
| skincolor= Pale to tan.
| haircolor= Blonde, black, brown, red, and ocassionally silver.
| distinctions= Nearly immortal, inventors of writing and other arts.
| lifespans= [[Arda]]'s existence.
| members= [[Ingwë]], [[Thingol]], [[Finwë]], [[Fëanor]], [[Galadriel]], etc.
|}}
The '''Elves''' (''[[Eldar]]'') were the first of the races of the [[Children of Ilúvatar]], known also as the [[Firstborn]] for that reason. The Elves are distinguished from the other two races, the [[Men]] and the [[Dwarves]], especially by the fact of their near immortality.

==History==

===Awakening===
(''Main article: [[Awakening of the Elves]]'')

[[Image:Ted Nasmith - The Dawn of the Firstborn Elves.jpg|thumb|left|200px|''The Dawn of the Firstborn Elves,'' by [[Ted Nasmith]].]] About the same time that [[Varda]], Queen of the [[Valier]], ended her labors in creating the [[Stars]], the Elves awoke beside the lake [[Cuiviénen]]. The first thing they saw were the stars, and henceforth adored them. The first sound they heard was the flowing of water, and henceforth they loved water as well.

They made speech then, and called themselves the ''[[Quendi]]''. [[Melkor]] was the first to be aware of them, and he caused evil spirits to go about among them. When one or a small group wandered abroad, they would often vanish. It is believed that Melkor may have created [[orcs]] with the elves he captured.

[[Oromë]], the Huntsman of the [[Valar]], happened upon them when he heard their singing far-off. He was amazed to see them, and called them the ''Eldar'', “People of the Stars”.

===Sundering===
(''Main article: [[Sundering of the Elves]]'')

[[Image:Anke Eissmann - Oromë espies the first Elves.jpg|thumb|right|250px|''Oromë spies the first Elves,'' drawn by [[Anke Eissmann]].]] Though at first the Quendi were afraid of Oromë, the noblest among them saw that he was no dark horseman such as the lies of Melkor spread among them said. He had the light of [[Aman]] in his eyes and face, and they were drawn to him.

After spending a while among the Quendi, Oromë returned to [[Valinor]] and took council with the other Valar and Valier. At the counsel of [[Ilúvatar]], [[Manwë]], King of the Valar, decided that they must go to war against Melkor to protect the Quendi from him. After a great battle and [[Siege of Utumno]], which reshaped the earth itself, Melkor was bound and cast into the prison of [[Mandos]]. Then the Valar, pleased with the outcome, summoned the Elves to Valinor, seeking fellowship with them.

At Oromë’s urging, many of the Elves (especially the kindreds of [[Ingwë]], [[Finwë]], and [[Elwë]]) agreed. But others, henceforth called the [[Avari]], declared that they preferred starlight and the wide spaces of [[Middle-earth]]. So the Elves were first sundered. During the journey to [[Belegaer]], gradually the number of the Elves began to lessen as various groups dropped away. Some of the [[Teleri]] (kindred of Elwë) refused to cross the [[Misty Mountains]], and settled in [[Anduin]] under the leadership of [[Lenwë]], to be called later the [[Nandor]]. Elwë then went missing, and in dismay the rest of the Teleri remained behind, while the [[Noldor]] (kindred of Finwë) and [[Vanyar]] (kindred of Ingwë) used an island as a ship, and found at last Aman and Valinor.

After several years, Oromë returned to search for the Teleri. Some, under [[Olwë]], relented and followed. Others remained to continue to search for Elwë. Still others, under [[Círdan]], remained because in that time they had become devoted to [[Ossë]] and the Sea. Those Teleri that chose to remain were called the [[Sindar]]. Elwë, who had fallen asleep due to his enchantment with [[Melian]], returned to claim lordship and establish them in [[Doriath]]. The Noldor and some of the Teleri, however, built the great cities of [[Tirion]] and [[Alqualondë]] (respectively) in Aman. The Vanyar dwelt in [[Valmar]], for they were closest to the Valar of the kindreds.

===Exile of the Noldor===
(''Main article: [[Exile of the Noldor]]'')

[[Image:Jenny Dolfen - The Coming of Fingolfin.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''The Coming of Fingolfin'', as drawn by [[Jenny Dolfen]].]] Melkor, having been released on the promise of good behavior, spread lies about the Valar among the Noldor. [[Fëanor]], the eldest son of Finwë and one of the greatest Elves to have ever lived, hated Melkor more than all the other Noldor, but was paradoxically one of the most influenced by his lies. He forged weapons, and his greatest works, the [[Silmarils]], captured the light of the [[Two Trees]] – and his own heart. After Melkor stole the Silmarils and killed Finwë, Fëanor stirred the Noldor to open disobedience to the Valar. In an epic journey filled with treachery, death, and deceit, the Noldor entered in to Exile, crossing over into [[Beleriand]].

===Wars of Beleriand===
(''Main article: [[Wars of Beleriand]]'')

There were five great battles fought in Beleriand. The [[First Battle]] was the result of an attack by Melkor on Círdan and Elwë (now known as [[Thingol]]). Though the Elves managed to resist the attack successfully, this left Melkor essentially with full reign of Beleriand. Upon the sudden and unanticipated [[Return of the Noldor]], the tables were reversed in the [[Dagor-nuin-Giliath]]. The third battle (“[[Dagor Aglareb]]”) occurred when Melkor tried unsuccessfully to destroy the Elves, breaking forth from [[Angband]]. This only resulted in the vigilant [[Siege of Angband]]. Morgoth was more successful in the next battle, [[Dagor Bragollach]], which ended in the deaths of many Elven princes, among them [[Fingolfin]], [[High King of the Noldor]]. The siege was broken. Several decades later, [[Maedhros]], eldest son of Fëanor, counterattacked in the [[Nirnaeth Arnoediad]]. Although at first very successful, the tide turned against the Elves, and ended in the destruction of [[Hithlum]]. It was not half a century later that [[Gondolin]], the last real stronghold of the Noldor, was [[The Fall of Gondolin|destroyed]]. [[Doriath]], the center of the [[Sindar]]in realm, was sacked by [[Dwarves]].[[Image:Ted Nasmith - Eärendil and the Battle of Eagles and Dragons.jpg|left|150px|thumb|''Eärendil - The Battle of Eagles and Dragons,'' by [[Ted Nasmith]].]]

===Salvation of the Elves===
(''Main article: [[War of Wrath]]'')

With the near destruction of the Elves, the last survivors were at the [[Mouths of the Sirion]] and [[Balar]]. Their lord was [[Eärendil]], the son of [[Tuor]] and [[Idril]]. Eärendil made a miraculous voyage to [[Valinor]] to beg the pardon of the Valar. His request was granted. The Valar came across the Sea to [[Middle-earth]], and in the [[War of Wrath]] thrust Morgoth into the [[Void]] and purged Beleriand. They offered to let the Elves return with them to Valinor; many accepted, but others, under [[Gil-galad]], chose to remain.

===Decline of the Elves===

[[Image:Angus McBride - Celebrimbor.gif|thumb|right|150px|''Celebrimbor'', by [[Angus McBride]].]] Though Morgoth was gone to trouble the world no longer, [[Sauron]], his greatest servant, was still there, and he made war on the remaining Elves who chose not to depart Middle-earth. Throughout the [[Second Age|Second]] and [[Third Age]]s he fought them. During this time the Elves realized how [[Men]] were rising to take their place, but [[Celebrimbor]], the grandson of Fëanor, wrought the [[Rings of Power]], especially the [[Three Rings]] to preserve the Elves. But Sauron under the guise of [[Annatar]] also forged a ring – the [[One Ring]]. It was not until the end of the Third Age that this last ring was destroyed, marring the Three Rings at the same time. In the years that followed the last of the Elves departed across the Sea to Valinor, their mission against Sauron complete, never to return.

==Life and Customs of the Elves==
(''Main articles: [[Elven Characteristics]], [[Elven Life cycle]], and [[Elven Customs]]'')

Besides being considered more beautiful than men, Elves were also generally taller. Their hair color varied; but the basic rules were that the [[Noldor]] generally had dark hair (brown or black), the [[Vanyar]] golden, and the [[Teleri]] silver or dark. Their eyes are usually described as gray. Their most distinguishing characteristic from the [[Mortals|Mortal]] races was the fact that they were invulnerable to age or disease; unless they were killed by sword or sorrow they would live to the end of the world.

Their lives were counted to begin at conception rather than birth, and though their minds sharpened much earlier in life than in the race of Men, their bodies grew more slowly. They were considered fully-grown at about a century. They married usually only once in their lives, and their children were often few and far-between.

==Languages==
(''Main article:[[Elvish]]'')

[[Image:Donato Giancola - Lore.jpeg|thumb|right|200px|''Lore,'' by [[Donato Giancola]].]] Because [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] developed the Elves almost for his languages, those he developed are of special interest to many Tolkien scholars. His primary languages are [[Quenya]] and [[Sindarin]], but these have many variants and dialects as is seen in the table below. They were generally written in the [[Cirth]] and [[Tengwar]] scripts.

*'''[[Primitive Quendian]]'''
**'''[[Avari]]n'''
***'''Various Avarin languages''' (some later merged with Nandorin)
**'''[[Common Eldarin]]''' (the early language of all the [[Eldar]])
***'''[[Quenya]]''' (the language of the [[Noldor]] and the [[Vanyar]])
****''' ''Quendya'' (also ''Vanyarin Quenya'') ''' (daily tongue of the Vanyar: closest to archaic Quenya)
****''' ''Noldorin Quenya'' (also ''Exilic Quenya'') ''' (the "Elven Latin" of Middle-earth)
***'''[[Common Telerin]]''' (the early language of all the [[Lindar]])
****'''[[Teleri]]n''' (the language of the [[Teleri]] who reached the [[Undying Lands]])
****'''[[Nandor]]in''' (languages of the [[Nandor]] — some were influenced by Avarin)
*****'''Original language of [[Mirkwood|Greenwood the Great]]'''
*****'''Original language of [[Lothlórien|Lórinand]]'''
****'''[[Sindarin]]''' (language of the [[Sindar]])
*****'''[[Doriathrin]]''' (dialect of [[Doriath]])
*****'''[[Falathrin]]''' (dialect of the [[Falas]] and [[Nargothrond]])
*****'''[[North Sindarin]]''' (dialects of [[Dorthonion]] and [[Hithlum]])

== See Also ==
* '''[[:Category:Images of Elves|Images of Elves]]'''.

[[Category:Races]]
[[Category:Elves]]
[[Category:Characters in The Hobbit]]

[[de:Elben]]

Elves

2008-05-21T02:02:20Z

Linathiel:

{{race
| image=[[Image:Jenny Dolfen - Glorfindel and Ecthelion.jpg|300px]]
| name= Elves
| dominions= Most prominently [[Doriath]], [[Nargothrond]], [[Gondolin]], [[Hithlum]], [[Lindon]], [[Eregion]], [[Lothlórien]], and [[Rivendell]].
| languages= [[Quenya]] and [[Sindarin]], with various other dialects.
| height=Taller than [[Men]].
| length=
| skincolor= Pale to tan.
| haircolor= Blonde, black, brown, red, and ocassionally silver.
| distinctions= Nearly immortal, inventors of writing and other arts.
| lifespans= [[Arda]]'s existence.
| members= [[Ingwë]], [[Thingol]], [[Finwë]], [[Fëanor]], [[Galadriel]], etc.
|}}
The '''Elves''' (''[[Eldar]]'') were the first of the races of the [[Children of Ilúvatar]], known also as the [[Firstborn]] for that reason. The Elves are distinguished from the other two races, the [[Men]] and the [[Dwarves]], especially by the fact of their near immortality.

==History==

===Awakening===
(''Main article: [[Awakening of the Elves]]'')

[[Image:Ted Nasmith - The Dawn of the Firstborn Elves.jpg|thumb|left|200px|''The Dawn of the Firstborn Elves,'' by [[Ted Nasmith]].]] About the same time that [[Varda]], Queen of the [[Valier]], ended her labors in creating the [[Stars]], the Elves awoke beside the lake [[Cuiviénen]]. The first thing they saw were the stars, and henceforth adored them. The first sound they heard was the flowing of water, and henceforth they loved water as well.

They made speech then, and called themselves the ''[[Quendi]]''. [[Melkor]] was the first to be aware of them, and he caused evil spirits to go about among them. When one or a small group wandered abroad, they would often vanish. It is believed that Melkor may have created [[orcs]] with the elves he captured.

[[Oromë]], the Huntsman of the [[Valar]], happened upon them when he heard their singing far-off. He was amazed to see them, and called them the ''Eldar'', “People of the Stars”.

===Sundering===
(''Main article: [[Sundering of the Elves]]'')

[[Image:Anke Eissmann - Oromë espies the first Elves.jpg|thumb|right|250px|''Oromë spies the first Elves,'' drawn by [[Anke Eissmann]].]] Though at first the Quendi were afraid of Oromë, the noblest among them saw that he was no dark horseman such as the lies of Melkor spread among them said. He had the light of [[Aman]] in his eyes and face, and they were drawn to him.

After spending a while among the Quendi, Oromë returned to [[Valinor]] and took council with the other Valar and Valier. At the counsel of [[Ilúvatar]], [[Manwë]], King of the Valar, decided that they must go to war against Melkor to protect the Quendi from him. After a great battle and [[Siege of Utumno]], which reshaped the earth itself, Melkor was bound and cast into the prison of [[Mandos]]. Then the Valar, pleased with the outcome, summoned the Elves to Valinor, seeking fellowship with them.

At Oromë’s urging, many of the Elves (especially the kindreds of [[Ingwë]], [[Finwë]], and [[Elwë]]) agreed. But others, henceforth called the [[Avari]], declared that they preferred starlight and the wide spaces of [[Middle-earth]]. So the Elves were first sundered. During the journey to [[Belegaer]], gradually the number of the Elves began to lessen as various groups dropped away. Some of the [[Teleri]] (kindred of Elwë) refused to cross the [[Misty Mountains]], and settled in [[Anduin]] under the leadership of [[Lenwë]], to be called later the [[Nandor]]. Elwë then went missing, and in dismay the rest of the Teleri remained behind, while the [[Noldor]] (kindred of Finwë) and [[Vanyar]] (kindred of Ingwë) used an island as a ship, and found at last Aman and Valinor.

After several years, Oromë returned to search for the Teleri. Some, under [[Olwë]], relented and followed. Others remained to continue to search for Elwë. Still others, under [[Círdan]], remained because in that time they had become devoted to [[Ossë]] and the Sea. Those Teleri that chose to remain were called the [[Sindar]]. Elwë, who had fallen asleep due to his enchantment with [[Melian]], returned to claim lordship and establish them in [[Doriath]]. The Noldor and some of the Teleri, however, built the great cities of [[Tirion]] and [[Alqualondë]] (respectively) in Aman. The Vanyar dwelt in [[Valmar]], for they were closest to the Valar of the kindreds.

===Exile of the Noldor===
(''Main article: [[Exile of the Noldor]]'')

[[Image:Jenny Dolfen - The Coming of Fingolfin.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''The Coming of Fingolfin'', as drawn by [[Jenny Dolfen]].]] Melkor, having been released on the promise of good behavior, spread lies about the Valar among the Noldor. [[Fëanor]], the eldest son of Finwë and one of the greatest Elves to have ever lived, hated Melkor more than all the other Noldor, but was paradoxically one of the most influenced by his lies. He forged weapons, and his greatest works, the [[Silmarils]], captured the light of the [[Two Trees]] – and his own heart. After Melkor stole the Silmarils and killed Finwë, Fëanor stirred the Noldor to open disobedience to the Valar. In an epic journey filled with treachery, death, and deceit, the Noldor entered in to Exile, crossing over into [[Beleriand]].

===Wars of Beleriand===
(''Main article: [[Wars of Beleriand]]'')

There were five great battles fought in Beleriand. The [[First Battle]] was the result of an attack by Melkor on Círdan and Elwë (now known as [[Thingol]]). Though the Elves managed to resist the attack successfully, this left Melkor essentially with full reign of Beleriand. Upon the sudden and unanticipated [[Return of the Noldor]], the tables were reversed in the [[Dagor-nuin-Giliath]]. The third battle (“[[Dagor Aglareb]]”) occurred when Melkor tried unsuccessfully to destroy the Elves, breaking forth from [[Angband]]. This only resulted in the vigilant [[Siege of Angband]]. Morgoth was more successful in the next battle, [[Dagor Bragollach]], which ended in the deaths of many Elven princes, among them [[Fingolfin]], [[High King of the Noldor]]. The siege was broken. Several decades later, [[Maedhros]], eldest son of Fëanor, counterattacked in the [[Nirnaeth Arnoediad]]. Although at first very successful, the tide turned against the Elves, and ended in the destruction of [[Hithlum]]. It was not half a century later that [[Gondolin]], the last real stronghold of the Noldor, was [[The Fall of Gondolin|destroyed]]. [[Doriath]], the center of the [[Sindar]]in realm, was sacked by [[Dwarves]].[[Image:Ted Nasmith - Eärendil and the Battle of Eagles and Dragons.jpg|left|150px|thumb|''Eärendil - The Battle of Eagles and Dragons,'' by [[Ted Nasmith]].]]

===Salvation of the Elves===
(''Main article: [[War of Wrath]]'')

With the near destruction of the Elves, the last survivors were at the [[Mouths of the Sirion]] and [[Balar]]. Their lord was [[Eärendil]], the son of [[Tuor]] and [[Idril]]. Eärendil made a miraculous voyage to [[Valinor]] to beg the pardon of the Valar. His request was granted. The Valar came across the Sea to [[Middle-earth]], and in the [[War of Wrath]] thrust Morgoth into the [[Void]] and purged Beleriand. They offered to let the Elves return with them to Valinor; many accepted, but others, under [[Gil-galad]], chose to remain.

===Decline of the Elves===

[[Image:Angus McBride - Celebrimbor.gif|thumb|right|150px|''Celebrimbor'', by [[Angus McBride]].]] Though Morgoth was gone to trouble the world no longer, [[Sauron]], his greatest servant, was still there, and he made war on the remaining Elves who chose not to depart Middle-earth. Throughout the [[Second Age|Second]] and [[Third Age]]s he fought them. During this time the Elves realized how [[Men]] were rising to take their place, but [[Celebrimbor]], the grandson of Fëanor, wrought the [[Rings of Power]], especially the [[Three Rings]] to preserve the Elves. But Sauron under the guise of [[Annatar]] also forged a ring – the [[One Ring]]. It was not until the end of the Third Age that this last ring was destroyed, marring the Three Rings at the same time. In the years that followed the last of the Elves departed across the Sea to Valinor, their mission against Sauron complete, never to return.

==Life and Customs of the Elves==
(''Main articles: [[Elven Characteristics]], [[Elven Life cycle]], and [[Elven Customs]]'')

Besides being considered more beautiful than men, Elves were also generally taller. Their hair color varied; but the basic rules were that the [[Noldor]] generally had dark hair (brown or black), the [[Vanyar]] golden, and the [[Teleri]] silver or dark. Their eyes are usually described as gray. Their most distinguishing characteristic from the [[Mortals|Mortal]] races was the fact that they were invulnerable to age or disease; unless they were killed by sword or sorrow they would live to the end of the world.

Their lives were counted to begin at conception rather than birth, and though their minds sharpened much earlier in life than in the race of Men, their bodies grew more slowly. They were considered fully-grown at about a century. They married usually only once in their lives, and their children were often few and far-between.

==Languages==
(''Main article:[[Elvish]]'')

[[Image:Donato Giancola - Lore.jpeg|thumb|right|200px|''Lore,'' by [[Donato Giancola]].]] Because [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] developed the Elves almost for his languages, those he developed are of special interest to many Tolkien scholars. His primary languages are [[Quenya]] and [[Sindarin]], but these have many variants and dialects as is seen in the table below. They were generally written in the [[Cirth]] and [[Tengwar]] scripts.

*'''[[Primitive Quendian]]'''
**'''[[Avari]]n'''
***'''Various Avarin languages''' (some later merged with Nandorin)
**'''[[Common Eldarin]]''' (the early language of all the [[Eldar]])
***'''[[Quenya]]''' (the language of the [[Noldor]] and the [[Vanyar]])
****''' ''Quendya'' (also ''Vanyarin Quenya'') ''' (daily tongue of the Vanyar: closest to archaic Quenya)
****''' ''Noldorin Quenya'' (also ''Exilic Quenya'') ''' (the "Elven Latin" of Middle-earth)
***'''[[Common Telerin]]''' (the early language of all the [[Lindar]])
****'''[[Teleri]]n''' (the language of the [[Teleri]] who reached the [[Undying Lands]])
****'''[[Nandor]]in''' (languages of the [[Nandor]] — some were influenced by Avarin)
*****'''Original language of [[Mirkwood|Greenwood the Great]]'''
*****'''Original language of [[Lothlórien|Lórinand]]'''
****'''[[Sindarin]]''' (language of the [[Sindar]])
*****'''[[Doriathrin]]''' (dialect of [[Doriath]])
*****'''[[Falathrin]]''' (dialect of the [[Falas]] and [[Nargothrond]])
*****'''[[North Sindarin]]''' (dialects of [[Dorthonion]] and [[Hithlum]])

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Elves|Images of Elves]].

[[Category:Races]]
[[Category:Elves]]
[[Category:Characters in The Hobbit]]

[[de:Elben]]

Falmari

2008-05-21T02:00:31Z

Linathiel:

{{race
|image=[[Image:Breogán - Falathrim Elf - Reloaded.jpg|300px]]
|name=Falmari
|dominions=[[Alqualondë]], [[Tol Eressëa]].
|languages=[[Telerin]].
|height=
|length=
|skincolor=
|haircolor=Dark, sometimes silver.
|feathers=
|distinctions=Made the swanships stolen by [[Fëanor]] during the [[Kinslaying at Alqualondë|Kinslaying]].
|lifespan=[[Immortality|Immortal]].
|members=[[Olwë]], [[Eärwen]], [[Celeborn%2C_Lord_of_L%C3%B3rien|Celeborn]].
|}}
The [[Teleri]] were the third of the three peoples of the [[Elves]] to follow the [[Great Journey]] into [[Beleriand]]. They were more numerous than the [[Vanyar]] and the [[Noldor]] who came before them, and so rather less united: not a small part of this people had already left the host before it crossed the [[Blue Mountains]]. Once in [[Beleriand]], one of their lords, [[Elwë]], became lost, and many of his people refused to carry on to [[Aman]] until he had been found.

So the great host of the Teleri were divided into many groups: the [[Sindar]], the [[Nandor]] and others remained in [[Middle-earth]], while Elwë's brother [[Olwë]] led the rest across the Great Sea to the [[Blessed Realm]]. These followers of Olwë are usually known simply as 'the Teleri', but they were properly just the branch of that people that dwelt west of the Sea. From their love of the ocean they were given the particular name '''Falmari''', a title only rarely used, that can be loosely translated as '''Sea-elves'''.

[[Category:Falmari]]
[[de:Falmari]]
[[fi:Falmari]]

Falmari

2008-05-21T01:59:21Z

Linathiel:

{{race
|image=[[Image:Breogán - Falathrim Elf - Reloaded.jpg|300px]]
|name=Falmari
|dominions=[[Alqualondë]], [[Tol Eressëa]]
|languages=[[Telerin]].
|height=
|length=
|skincolor=
|haircolor=Dark, sometimes silver.
|feathers=
|distinctions=Made the swanships stolen by [[Fëanor]]; many were killed in the [[Kinslaying at Alqualondë|Kinslaying]].
|lifespan=[[Immortality|Immortal]].
|members=[[Olwë]], [[Eärwen]], [[Celeborn%2C_Lord_of_L%C3%B3rien|Celeborn]].
|}}
The [[Teleri]] were the third of the three peoples of the [[Elves]] to follow the [[Great Journey]] into [[Beleriand]]. They were more numerous than the [[Vanyar]] and the [[Noldor]] who came before them, and so rather less united: not a small part of this people had already left the host before it crossed the [[Blue Mountains]]. Once in [[Beleriand]], one of their lords, [[Elwë]], became lost, and many of his people refused to carry on to [[Aman]] until he had been found.

So the great host of the Teleri were divided into many groups: the [[Sindar]], the [[Nandor]] and others remained in [[Middle-earth]], while Elwë's brother [[Olwë]] led the rest across the Great Sea to the [[Blessed Realm]]. These followers of Olwë are usually known simply as 'the Teleri', but they were properly just the branch of that people that dwelt west of the Sea. From their love of the ocean they were given the particular name '''Falmari''', a title only rarely used, that can be loosely translated as '''Sea-elves'''.

[[Category:Falmari]]
[[de:Falmari]]
[[fi:Falmari]]

Elrond

2008-05-21T01:58:11Z

Linathiel: /* See Also */

{{half-elf infobox
| image=[[Image:Anya Valle - Elrond.jpg|300px]]
| name=Elrond
| quenya=
| titles=Lord of [[Imladris]], Ring Bearer of [[Vilya]], Elrond [[Half-elven]].
| birth=[[First Age|F.A.]] 532, [[Havens of Sirion]].
| realm=[[Lindon]] and [[Imladris]].
| death=Sailed [[West]] - [[Third Age 3021|T.A. 3021]].
| age=Did not die.
| gender=Male.
| parentage=[[Eärendil the Mariner|Eärendil]] and [[Elwing]].
| heritage=Half-elven father and mother.
| spouse=[[Celebrían]].
| children=[[Elladan]], [[Elrohir]], [[Arwen]].
| hair=Dark.
|}}
{{quote|The face of '''Elrond''' was ageless, neither old nor young, though in it was written the memory of many things both glad and sorrowful. His hair was dark as the shadows of twilight, and upon it was set a circlet of silver; his eyes were grey as a clear evening, and in them was a light like the light of stars. Venerable he seemed as a king crowned with many winters, and yet hale as a tried warrior in the fulness of his strength. He was the Lord of Rivendell and mighty among both Elves and Men.|[[The Fellowship of the Ring]], ''[[Many Meetings]]''}}
'''Elrond Peredhel''' was one of the greatest [[Elves]] in the history of [[Middle-earth]] and one of the few characters to appear in ''[[The Silmarillion]]'', ''[[The Hobbit]]'', and ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''. His name means “Star-dome”, which according to one account he received because in his youth he often played in a cave underneath a waterfall. He was also a master of healing in his time. He held the great elven ring [[Vilya]].

== Elrond in the First and Second Ages ==
Elrond was born at the [[Havens of Sirion]] late in the [[First Age]]. His parents were [[Eärendil the Mariner|Eärendil]] and [[Elwing]]. He was thus [[Half-elven]]: Eärendil was the child of the mortal [[Tuor]] and the elf [[Idril]], while Elwing was the grandchild of [[Beren Erchamion|Beren]] (a human) and [[Lúthien]] (daughter of the Elf-king [[Thingol]] and the Maia [[Melian]]). Consequently, Elrond was descended from all three tribes of the Elves ([[Vanyar]] and [[Noldor]] through Idril, [[Sindar]] through Luthien), a Maia, and the [[Edain]]. Elrond had a twin brother, [[Elros]], who later became the first king of [[Númenor]].

When the [[Sons of Fëanor]] attacked the Havens of Sirion, Elrond and his brother were taken captive by Maglor, and were subsequently raised by him. Following the [[War of Wrath]], because of his Half-elven heritage the [[Valar]] gave Elrond and his brother a choice whether to be counted among the kindred of Elves or of Men. Elrond chose to belong to the [[Firstborn]], while Elros chose to become mortal. Elrond subsequently remained in [[Lindon]] with [[Gil-galad]], where he became known as a healer and loremaster.

When [[Sauron]] (disguised in his fair form as [[Annatar]]) came seeking entrance to Lindon during the Second Age, Elrond and Gil-galad sensed that he was not what he seemed, and denied him. Later, in Second Age 1697 during the wars of the Elves against Sauron, Elrond founded the refuge of [[Imladris]], also known as [[Rivendell]].

Elrond marched with Gil-galad and [[Elendil]] during the [[War of the Last Alliance]], serving as Gil-galad’s herald. He was present during the last battle of that war, witnessing the deaths of Gil-galad and Elendil. At the conclusion of that battle, when [[Isildur]] cut the [[One Ring]] from Sauron’s hand he and [[Círdan]] advised Isildur to destroy the Ring, but Isildur refused their counsel. Elrond subsequently returned to Rivendell, which prospered the coming years with the aid of the Ring of Air, [[Vilya]], that Elrond had received from Gil-galad. It has been argued that following Gil-galad’s death, Elrond had the right to become High King of the Noldor, but he never claimed the title.

== Elrond in the Third Age ==
Following Isildur’s death, Elrond received the shards of [[Narsil]], which he preserved for many years. He began his long tradition of fostering the heirs of Isildur by helping to raise Isildur’s son [[Valandil]], who had been left in Rivendell during the War of the Last Alliance. Centuries later, when the Northern Kingdom fell, Elrond took the other heirlooms of Arnor (the [[Sceptre of Annúminas]] and the [[Ring of Barahir]]) into his keeping, holding them for the one who would eventually be able to reclaim the throne of [[Arnor]].

In Third Age 109, Elrond married [[Celebrían]], the daughter of [[Galadriel]] and [[Celeborn, Lord of Lórien|Celeborn]]. Their first children, the twins [[Elladan]] and [[Elrohir]], were born in 130, and their daughter [[Arwen]] in 241.

In 2933, Elrond took [[Aragorn II|Aragorn]] as his foster-son in Rivendell, naming him ''Estel'' ("Hope") and concealing his heritage from him until he came of age. When Aragorn became an adult, Elrond gave him the Ring of Barahir and the shards of Narsil, foreseeing that Aragorn might be the one to claim the thrones of Gondor and Arnor. When Aragorn fell in love with Arwen, Elrond revealed to him that Arwen shared the choice of the Half-elven, and that one or the other of them would ultimately be parted from her forever. Elrond insisted that Arwen could not marry Aragorn until he became king of both Gondor and Arnor.

== Elrond in ''The Hobbit'' ==
In ''The Hobbit'', Elrond played a minor but significant role. During [[Thorin and Company]]’s stay in Rivendell, Elrond read the runes on the swords [[Orcrist]] and [[Glamdring]], identifying them as coming from [[Gondolin]]. He also read the [[moon-letters]] on Thorin’s [[Thrór's Map]], providing the information the Dwarves and Bilbo need to enter the [[Lonely Mountain]].

In ''The Hobbit'', it is said of Elrond that he “was an elf-friend — one of those people whose fathers came into the strange stories before the beginning of History, the wars of the evil goblins and the elves and the first men in the North. In those days of our tale there were still some people who had both elves and heroes of the North for ancestors, and Elrond the master of the house was their chief. He was as noble and as fair in face as an elf-lord, as strong as a warrior, as wise as a wizard, as venerable as a king of dwarves, and as kind as summer.” ([[A Short Rest]]) Note that in this description he is not identified as an elf himself, as Tolkien had not at this stage decided that Elrond of Rivendell was the same person as Elrond the son of Earendil.

== Elrond in ''The Lord of the Rings'' ==
When [[Frodo Baggins|Frodo]] first leaves the Shire with the One Ring, it is always his intention to go to Rivendell to seek the advice of Elrond. Indeed, in his letter left at Bree, Gandalf counsels him to do so. Elrond’s first role in ''The Lord of the Rings'' is to heal Frodo of his wound sustained at [[Weathertop]]. Elrond then hosts the feast that is held when Frodo recovers. The description given of Elrond at that feast tells us that “the face of Elrond was ageless, neither old nor young, though in it was written the memory of many things both glad and sorrowful. His hair was dark as the shadows of twilight, and upon it was set a circlet of silver; his eyes were grey as a clear evening, and in them was a light like the light of stars. Venerable he seemed as a king crowned with many winters, and yet hale as a tried warrior in the fulness of his strength. He was the Lord of Rivendell and mighty among both Elves and Men.” ([[Many Meetings]])

Elrond’s principal role, of course, is as the leader of the [[Council of Elrond]]. During that meeting, he narrates what he knows of the history of Isildur and the Ring. He identifies Aragorn as Isildur’s Heir, and when Frodo ultimately volunteers to carry the Ring, Elrond affirms that decision as correct. Elrond also appears to have selected the members of the Fellowship other than Frodo and [[Sam]], accepting [[Merry]] and [[Pippin]] only reluctantly.

Later, Elrond sends his sons Elladan and Elrohir to join the [[Dunedain]] Rangers who ride to Rohan to join Aragorn. Through Elrohir, Elrond advises Aragorn to take the [[Paths of the Dead]]. During the [[The Last Debate|Last Debate]], Elrohir supports Aragorn’s decision to attack Mordor as a diversion to allow Frodo time to reach Mount Doom, saying that this was Elrond’s advice. Following the [[War of the Ring]], Elrond escorts Arwen to Minas Tirith for her marriage to Aragorn, and parts from her in great sorrow.

At the end of the story, Elrond is one of the Elves who takes ship to [[Valinor]] along with Frodo and the other Ringbearers. The Third Age is held to have ended with Elrond’s departure.

==Etymology==
The name '''Elrond''' means "Star-dome", though at an earlier stage, it was supposed to mean "Elf of the Cave".

== Portrayal in Adaptations ==
<gallery>
Image:Elrond, Lord of Rivendell.jpg|[[Hugo Weaving]] as Elrond from [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]]
Image:Elrond from Rankin-Bass' The Hobbit.jpg|Elrond as portrayed in [[Rankin/Bass' The Hobbit]]
Image:Elrond from Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings.jpg|Elrond as portrayed in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]]
</gallery>
In the BBC's 1981 radio serialization of [[The Lord of the Rings (1981 radio series)|The Lord of the Rings]], Elrond is voiced by [[Hugh Dickson]].

In the [[Rankin/Bass]] animated version of [[Rankin/Bass' The Hobbit|The Hobbit]], Elrond is voiced by [[Cyril Ritchard]].

[[André Morell]] was the voice of Elrond in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]].

In [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]], Elrond is played by [[Hugo Weaving]]. His role in the movie is expanded beyond his role in the book, and the character appears in each of the three movies.

In [[Peter Jackson's The Fellowship of the Ring|The Fellowship of the Ring]], Elrond first appears in the Prologue as a commander of the army of Elves in the War of the Last Alliance. A later flashback scene shows him actually taking Isildur into [[Mount Doom]], trying to persuade him to destroy the Ring. This scene is strongly paralleled in [[Peter Jackson's The Return of the King|The Return of the King]] when Frodo attempts to destroy the Ring, with Sam using some of the same words Elrond did in the earlier scene.

As in the book, Elrond heals Frodo’s wound from Weathertop. Elrond then has a conversation with Gandalf, discussing the many challenges that face them. Elrond argues that the Ring cannot remain in Rivendell (in the movie, Frodo appears to have thought that he would be able to leave the Ring there). He also expresses his doubts about the race of Men, and gives the first hints about Aragorn’s real identity. In the Council of Elrond, Elrond himself is the one who argues that the only option is to destroy the Ring. He does not select the Fellowship, but accepts those who volunteer.

Elrond gains two additional scenes in the Extended Edition of the movie. In the first, he talks with Aragorn beside the grave of Aragorn’s mother. Elrond encourages the reluctant Aragorn to accept his fate of becoming king. In the next scene, Elrond blesses the departing Fellowship.

In [[Peter Jackson's The Two Towers|The Two Towers]], Elrond is mainly appears in scenes involving Arwen. In a flashback, Aragorn remembers Elrond telling him to abandon his love for Arwen, allowing her to sail to Valinor. Aragorn attempts to do this, but Arwen denies him. In another scene, Elrond persuades Arwen that she should sail to Valinor, describing what will happen if she remains and Aragorn dies. Elrond then has a telepathic communication with Galadriel discussing the war that is beginning. He apparently suggests that she send an army to [[Helm’s Deep]] to aid the Men there, since when [[Haldir of Lórien|Haldir]] arrives at Helm’s Deep he says that he brings “word from Elrond of Rivendell.”

In [[Peter Jackson's The Return of the King|The Return of the King]], Elrond’s first scene is with Arwen, who has decided not to sail after all, but to return. Although he senses that she is dying Elrond acknowledges her choice. At her suggestion, he has the shards of Narsil re-forged, then carries the new sword to Aragorn at [[Dunharrow]]. He finally convinces Aragorn to accept his destiny, and advises him to take the Paths of the Dead. Later, Elrond escorts Arwen to [[Minas Tirith in Gondor|Minas Tirith]] for her wedding, and he finally sails to Valinor with the Ringbearers.

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Elrond|Images of Elrond]].
* [[Twins|Twins of Middle Earth]].
* [[Elrond, Herald of Gil-Galad polystone bust]].

[[Category:Half-elven]]
[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:Characters in The Hobbit]]
[[Category:Characters in The Lord of the Rings]]

Elrond

2008-05-21T01:57:39Z

Linathiel: /* See Also */

{{half-elf infobox
| image=[[Image:Anya Valle - Elrond.jpg|300px]]
| name=Elrond
| quenya=
| titles=Lord of [[Imladris]], Ring Bearer of [[Vilya]], Elrond [[Half-elven]].
| birth=[[First Age|F.A.]] 532, [[Havens of Sirion]].
| realm=[[Lindon]] and [[Imladris]].
| death=Sailed [[West]] - [[Third Age 3021|T.A. 3021]].
| age=Did not die.
| gender=Male.
| parentage=[[Eärendil the Mariner|Eärendil]] and [[Elwing]].
| heritage=Half-elven father and mother.
| spouse=[[Celebrían]].
| children=[[Elladan]], [[Elrohir]], [[Arwen]].
| hair=Dark.
|}}
{{quote|The face of '''Elrond''' was ageless, neither old nor young, though in it was written the memory of many things both glad and sorrowful. His hair was dark as the shadows of twilight, and upon it was set a circlet of silver; his eyes were grey as a clear evening, and in them was a light like the light of stars. Venerable he seemed as a king crowned with many winters, and yet hale as a tried warrior in the fulness of his strength. He was the Lord of Rivendell and mighty among both Elves and Men.|[[The Fellowship of the Ring]], ''[[Many Meetings]]''}}
'''Elrond Peredhel''' was one of the greatest [[Elves]] in the history of [[Middle-earth]] and one of the few characters to appear in ''[[The Silmarillion]]'', ''[[The Hobbit]]'', and ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''. His name means “Star-dome”, which according to one account he received because in his youth he often played in a cave underneath a waterfall. He was also a master of healing in his time. He held the great elven ring [[Vilya]].

== Elrond in the First and Second Ages ==
Elrond was born at the [[Havens of Sirion]] late in the [[First Age]]. His parents were [[Eärendil the Mariner|Eärendil]] and [[Elwing]]. He was thus [[Half-elven]]: Eärendil was the child of the mortal [[Tuor]] and the elf [[Idril]], while Elwing was the grandchild of [[Beren Erchamion|Beren]] (a human) and [[Lúthien]] (daughter of the Elf-king [[Thingol]] and the Maia [[Melian]]). Consequently, Elrond was descended from all three tribes of the Elves ([[Vanyar]] and [[Noldor]] through Idril, [[Sindar]] through Luthien), a Maia, and the [[Edain]]. Elrond had a twin brother, [[Elros]], who later became the first king of [[Númenor]].

When the [[Sons of Fëanor]] attacked the Havens of Sirion, Elrond and his brother were taken captive by Maglor, and were subsequently raised by him. Following the [[War of Wrath]], because of his Half-elven heritage the [[Valar]] gave Elrond and his brother a choice whether to be counted among the kindred of Elves or of Men. Elrond chose to belong to the [[Firstborn]], while Elros chose to become mortal. Elrond subsequently remained in [[Lindon]] with [[Gil-galad]], where he became known as a healer and loremaster.

When [[Sauron]] (disguised in his fair form as [[Annatar]]) came seeking entrance to Lindon during the Second Age, Elrond and Gil-galad sensed that he was not what he seemed, and denied him. Later, in Second Age 1697 during the wars of the Elves against Sauron, Elrond founded the refuge of [[Imladris]], also known as [[Rivendell]].

Elrond marched with Gil-galad and [[Elendil]] during the [[War of the Last Alliance]], serving as Gil-galad’s herald. He was present during the last battle of that war, witnessing the deaths of Gil-galad and Elendil. At the conclusion of that battle, when [[Isildur]] cut the [[One Ring]] from Sauron’s hand he and [[Círdan]] advised Isildur to destroy the Ring, but Isildur refused their counsel. Elrond subsequently returned to Rivendell, which prospered the coming years with the aid of the Ring of Air, [[Vilya]], that Elrond had received from Gil-galad. It has been argued that following Gil-galad’s death, Elrond had the right to become High King of the Noldor, but he never claimed the title.

== Elrond in the Third Age ==
Following Isildur’s death, Elrond received the shards of [[Narsil]], which he preserved for many years. He began his long tradition of fostering the heirs of Isildur by helping to raise Isildur’s son [[Valandil]], who had been left in Rivendell during the War of the Last Alliance. Centuries later, when the Northern Kingdom fell, Elrond took the other heirlooms of Arnor (the [[Sceptre of Annúminas]] and the [[Ring of Barahir]]) into his keeping, holding them for the one who would eventually be able to reclaim the throne of [[Arnor]].

In Third Age 109, Elrond married [[Celebrían]], the daughter of [[Galadriel]] and [[Celeborn, Lord of Lórien|Celeborn]]. Their first children, the twins [[Elladan]] and [[Elrohir]], were born in 130, and their daughter [[Arwen]] in 241.

In 2933, Elrond took [[Aragorn II|Aragorn]] as his foster-son in Rivendell, naming him ''Estel'' ("Hope") and concealing his heritage from him until he came of age. When Aragorn became an adult, Elrond gave him the Ring of Barahir and the shards of Narsil, foreseeing that Aragorn might be the one to claim the thrones of Gondor and Arnor. When Aragorn fell in love with Arwen, Elrond revealed to him that Arwen shared the choice of the Half-elven, and that one or the other of them would ultimately be parted from her forever. Elrond insisted that Arwen could not marry Aragorn until he became king of both Gondor and Arnor.

== Elrond in ''The Hobbit'' ==
In ''The Hobbit'', Elrond played a minor but significant role. During [[Thorin and Company]]’s stay in Rivendell, Elrond read the runes on the swords [[Orcrist]] and [[Glamdring]], identifying them as coming from [[Gondolin]]. He also read the [[moon-letters]] on Thorin’s [[Thrór's Map]], providing the information the Dwarves and Bilbo need to enter the [[Lonely Mountain]].

In ''The Hobbit'', it is said of Elrond that he “was an elf-friend — one of those people whose fathers came into the strange stories before the beginning of History, the wars of the evil goblins and the elves and the first men in the North. In those days of our tale there were still some people who had both elves and heroes of the North for ancestors, and Elrond the master of the house was their chief. He was as noble and as fair in face as an elf-lord, as strong as a warrior, as wise as a wizard, as venerable as a king of dwarves, and as kind as summer.” ([[A Short Rest]]) Note that in this description he is not identified as an elf himself, as Tolkien had not at this stage decided that Elrond of Rivendell was the same person as Elrond the son of Earendil.

== Elrond in ''The Lord of the Rings'' ==
When [[Frodo Baggins|Frodo]] first leaves the Shire with the One Ring, it is always his intention to go to Rivendell to seek the advice of Elrond. Indeed, in his letter left at Bree, Gandalf counsels him to do so. Elrond’s first role in ''The Lord of the Rings'' is to heal Frodo of his wound sustained at [[Weathertop]]. Elrond then hosts the feast that is held when Frodo recovers. The description given of Elrond at that feast tells us that “the face of Elrond was ageless, neither old nor young, though in it was written the memory of many things both glad and sorrowful. His hair was dark as the shadows of twilight, and upon it was set a circlet of silver; his eyes were grey as a clear evening, and in them was a light like the light of stars. Venerable he seemed as a king crowned with many winters, and yet hale as a tried warrior in the fulness of his strength. He was the Lord of Rivendell and mighty among both Elves and Men.” ([[Many Meetings]])

Elrond’s principal role, of course, is as the leader of the [[Council of Elrond]]. During that meeting, he narrates what he knows of the history of Isildur and the Ring. He identifies Aragorn as Isildur’s Heir, and when Frodo ultimately volunteers to carry the Ring, Elrond affirms that decision as correct. Elrond also appears to have selected the members of the Fellowship other than Frodo and [[Sam]], accepting [[Merry]] and [[Pippin]] only reluctantly.

Later, Elrond sends his sons Elladan and Elrohir to join the [[Dunedain]] Rangers who ride to Rohan to join Aragorn. Through Elrohir, Elrond advises Aragorn to take the [[Paths of the Dead]]. During the [[The Last Debate|Last Debate]], Elrohir supports Aragorn’s decision to attack Mordor as a diversion to allow Frodo time to reach Mount Doom, saying that this was Elrond’s advice. Following the [[War of the Ring]], Elrond escorts Arwen to Minas Tirith for her marriage to Aragorn, and parts from her in great sorrow.

At the end of the story, Elrond is one of the Elves who takes ship to [[Valinor]] along with Frodo and the other Ringbearers. The Third Age is held to have ended with Elrond’s departure.

==Etymology==
The name '''Elrond''' means "Star-dome", though at an earlier stage, it was supposed to mean "Elf of the Cave".

== Portrayal in Adaptations ==
<gallery>
Image:Elrond, Lord of Rivendell.jpg|[[Hugo Weaving]] as Elrond from [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]]
Image:Elrond from Rankin-Bass' The Hobbit.jpg|Elrond as portrayed in [[Rankin/Bass' The Hobbit]]
Image:Elrond from Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings.jpg|Elrond as portrayed in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]]
</gallery>
In the BBC's 1981 radio serialization of [[The Lord of the Rings (1981 radio series)|The Lord of the Rings]], Elrond is voiced by [[Hugh Dickson]].

In the [[Rankin/Bass]] animated version of [[Rankin/Bass' The Hobbit|The Hobbit]], Elrond is voiced by [[Cyril Ritchard]].

[[André Morell]] was the voice of Elrond in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]].

In [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]], Elrond is played by [[Hugo Weaving]]. His role in the movie is expanded beyond his role in the book, and the character appears in each of the three movies.

In [[Peter Jackson's The Fellowship of the Ring|The Fellowship of the Ring]], Elrond first appears in the Prologue as a commander of the army of Elves in the War of the Last Alliance. A later flashback scene shows him actually taking Isildur into [[Mount Doom]], trying to persuade him to destroy the Ring. This scene is strongly paralleled in [[Peter Jackson's The Return of the King|The Return of the King]] when Frodo attempts to destroy the Ring, with Sam using some of the same words Elrond did in the earlier scene.

As in the book, Elrond heals Frodo’s wound from Weathertop. Elrond then has a conversation with Gandalf, discussing the many challenges that face them. Elrond argues that the Ring cannot remain in Rivendell (in the movie, Frodo appears to have thought that he would be able to leave the Ring there). He also expresses his doubts about the race of Men, and gives the first hints about Aragorn’s real identity. In the Council of Elrond, Elrond himself is the one who argues that the only option is to destroy the Ring. He does not select the Fellowship, but accepts those who volunteer.

Elrond gains two additional scenes in the Extended Edition of the movie. In the first, he talks with Aragorn beside the grave of Aragorn’s mother. Elrond encourages the reluctant Aragorn to accept his fate of becoming king. In the next scene, Elrond blesses the departing Fellowship.

In [[Peter Jackson's The Two Towers|The Two Towers]], Elrond is mainly appears in scenes involving Arwen. In a flashback, Aragorn remembers Elrond telling him to abandon his love for Arwen, allowing her to sail to Valinor. Aragorn attempts to do this, but Arwen denies him. In another scene, Elrond persuades Arwen that she should sail to Valinor, describing what will happen if she remains and Aragorn dies. Elrond then has a telepathic communication with Galadriel discussing the war that is beginning. He apparently suggests that she send an army to [[Helm’s Deep]] to aid the Men there, since when [[Haldir of Lórien|Haldir]] arrives at Helm’s Deep he says that he brings “word from Elrond of Rivendell.”

In [[Peter Jackson's The Return of the King|The Return of the King]], Elrond’s first scene is with Arwen, who has decided not to sail after all, but to return. Although he senses that she is dying Elrond acknowledges her choice. At her suggestion, he has the shards of Narsil re-forged, then carries the new sword to Aragorn at [[Dunharrow]]. He finally convinces Aragorn to accept his destiny, and advises him to take the Paths of the Dead. Later, Elrond escorts Arwen to [[Minas Tirith in Gondor|Minas Tirith]] for her wedding, and he finally sails to Valinor with the Ringbearers.

== See Also ==
* '''[[:Category:Images of Elrond|Images of Elrond]]'''.
* [[Elrond, Herald of Gil-Galad polystone bust]].
* [[Twins|Twins of Middle Earth]].

[[Category:Half-elven]]
[[Category:Noldor]]
[[Category:Characters in The Hobbit]]
[[Category:Characters in The Lord of the Rings]]

Elrond

2008-05-21T01:56:58Z

Linathiel: /* See Also */

{{half-elf infobox
| image=[[Image:Anya Valle - Elrond.jpg|300px]]
| name=Elrond
| quenya=
| titles=Lord of [[Imladris]], Ring Bearer of [[Vilya]], Elrond [[Half-elven]].
| birth=[[First Age|F.A.]] 532, [[Havens of Sirion]].
| realm=[[Lindon]] and [[Imladris]].
| death=Sailed [[West]] - [[Third Age 3021|T.A. 3021]].
| age=Did not die.
| gender=Male.
| parentage=[[Eärendil the Mariner|Eärendil]] and [[Elwing]].
| heritage=Half-elven father and mother.
| spouse=[[Celebrían]].
| children=[[Elladan]], [[Elrohir]], [[Arwen]].
| hair=Dark.
|}}
{{quote|The face of '''Elrond''' was ageless, neither old nor young, though in it was written the memory of many things both glad and sorrowful. His hair was dark as the shadows of twilight, and upon it was set a circlet of silver; his eyes were grey as a clear evening, and in them was a light like the light of stars. Venerable he seemed as a king crowned with many winters, and yet hale as a tried warrior in the fulness of his strength. He was the Lord of Rivendell and mighty among both Elves and Men.|[[The Fellowship of the Ring]], ''[[Many Meetings]]''}}
'''Elrond Peredhel''' was one of the greatest [[Elves]] in the history of [[Middle-earth]] and one of the few characters to appear in ''[[The Silmarillion]]'', ''[[The Hobbit]]'', and ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''. His name means “Star-dome”, which according to one account he received because in his youth he often played in a cave underneath a waterfall. He was also a master of healing in his time. He held the great elven ring [[Vilya]].

== Elrond in the First and Second Ages ==
Elrond was born at the [[Havens of Sirion]] late in the [[First Age]]. His parents were [[Eärendil the Mariner|Eärendil]] and [[Elwing]]. He was thus [[Half-elven]]: Eärendil was the child of the mortal [[Tuor]] and the elf [[Idril]], while Elwing was the grandchild of [[Beren Erchamion|Beren]] (a human) and [[Lúthien]] (daughter of the Elf-king [[Thingol]] and the Maia [[Melian]]). Consequently, Elrond was descended from all three tribes of the Elves ([[Vanyar]] and [[Noldor]] through Idril, [[Sindar]] through Luthien), a Maia, and the [[Edain]]. Elrond had a twin brother, [[Elros]], who later became the first king of [[Númenor]].

When the [[Sons of Fëanor]] attacked the Havens of Sirion, Elrond and his brother were taken captive by Maglor, and were subsequently raised by him. Following the [[War of Wrath]], because of his Half-elven heritage the [[Valar]] gave Elrond and his brother a choice whether to be counted among the kindred of Elves or of Men. Elrond chose to belong to the [[Firstborn]], while Elros chose to become mortal. Elrond subsequently remained in [[Lindon]] with [[Gil-galad]], where he became known as a healer and loremaster.

When [[Sauron]] (disguised in his fair form as [[Annatar]]) came seeking entrance to Lindon during the Second Age, Elrond and Gil-galad sensed that he was not what he seemed, and denied him. Later, in Second Age 1697 during the wars of the Elves against Sauron, Elrond founded the refuge of [[Imladris]], also known as [[Rivendell]].

Elrond marched with Gil-galad and [[Elendil]] during the [[War of the Last Alliance]], serving as Gil-galad’s herald. He was present during the last battle of that war, witnessing the deaths of Gil-galad and Elendil. At the conclusion of that battle, when [[Isildur]] cut the [[One Ring]] from Sauron’s hand he and [[Círdan]] advised Isildur to destroy the Ring, but Isildur refused their counsel. Elrond subsequently returned to Rivendell, which prospered the coming years with the aid of the Ring of Air, [[Vilya]], that Elrond had received from Gil-galad. It has been argued that following Gil-galad’s death, Elrond had the right to become High King of the Noldor, but he never claimed the title.

== Elrond in the Third Age ==
Following Isildur’s death, Elrond received the shards of [[Narsil]], which he preserved for many years. He began his long tradition of fostering the heirs of Isildur by helping to raise Isildur’s son [[Valandil]], who had been left in Rivendell during the War of the Last Alliance. Centuries later, when the Northern Kingdom fell, Elrond took the other heirlooms of Arnor (the [[Sceptre of Annúminas]] and the [[Ring of Barahir]]) into his keeping, holding them for the one who would eventually be able to reclaim the throne of [[Arnor]].

In Third Age 109, Elrond married [[Celebrían]], the daughter of [[Galadriel]] and [[Celeborn, Lord of Lórien|Celeborn]]. Their first children, the twins [[Elladan]] and [[Elrohir]], were born in 130, and their daughter [[Arwen]] in 241.

In 2933, Elrond took [[Aragorn II|Aragorn]] as his foster-son in Rivendell, naming him ''Estel'' ("Hope") and concealing his heritage from him until he came of age. When Aragorn became an adult, Elrond gave him the Ring of Barahir and the shards of Narsil, foreseeing that Aragorn might be the one to claim the thrones of Gondor and Arnor. When Aragorn fell in love with Arwen, Elrond revealed to him that Arwen shared the choice of the Half-elven, and that one or the other of them would ultimately be parted from her forever. Elrond insisted that Arwen could not marry Aragorn until he became king of both Gondor and Arnor.

== Elrond in ''The Hobbit'' ==
In ''The Hobbit'', Elrond played a minor but significant role. During [[Thorin and Company]]’s stay in Rivendell, Elrond read the runes on the swords [[Orcrist]] and [[Glamdring]], identifying them as coming from [[Gondolin]]. He also read the [[moon-letters]] on Thorin’s [[Thrór's Map]], providing the information the Dwarves and Bilbo need to enter the [[Lonely Mountain]].

In ''The Hobbit'', it is said of Elrond that he “was an elf-friend — one of those people whose fathers came into the strange stories before the beginning of History, the wars of the evil goblins and the elves and the first men in the North. In those days of our tale there were still some people who had both elves and heroes of the North for ancestors, and Elrond the master of the house was their chief. He was as noble and as fair in face as an elf-lord, as strong as a warrior, as wise as a wizard, as venerable as a king of dwarves, and as kind as summer.” ([[A Short Rest]]) Note that in this description he is not identified as an elf himself, as Tolkien had not at this stage decided that Elrond of Rivendell was the same person as Elrond the son of Earendil.

== Elrond in ''The Lord of the Rings'' ==
When [[Frodo Baggins|Frodo]] first leaves the Shire with the One Ring, it is always his intention to go to Rivendell to seek the advice of Elrond. Indeed, in his letter left at Bree, Gandalf counsels him to do so. Elrond’s first role in ''The Lord of the Rings'' is to heal Frodo of his wound sustained at [[Weathertop]]. Elrond then hosts the feast that is held when Frodo recovers. The description given of Elrond at that feast tells us that “the face of Elrond was ageless, neither old nor young, though in it was written the memory of many things both glad and sorrowful. His hair was dark as the shadows of twilight, and upon it was set a circlet of silver; his eyes were grey as a clear evening, and in them was a light like the light of stars. Venerable he seemed as a king crowned with many winters, and yet hale as a tried warrior in the fulness of his strength. He was the Lord of Rivendell and mighty among both Elves and Men.” ([[Many Meetings]])

Elrond’s principal role, of course, is as the leader of the [[Council of Elrond]]. During that meeting, he narrates what he knows of the history of Isildur and the Ring. He identifies Aragorn as Isildur’s Heir, and when Frodo ultimately volunteers to carry the Ring, Elrond affirms that decision as correct. Elrond also appears to have selected the members of the Fellowship other than Frodo and [[Sam]], accepting [[Merry]] and [[Pippin]] only reluctantly.

Later, Elrond sends his sons Elladan and Elrohir to join the [[Dunedain]] Rangers who ride to Rohan to join Aragorn. Through Elrohir, Elrond advises Aragorn to take the [[Paths of the Dead]]. During the [[The Last Debate|Last Debate]], Elrohir supports Aragorn’s decision to attack Mordor as a diversion to allow Frodo time to reach Mount Doom, saying that this was Elrond’s advice. Following the [[War of the Ring]], Elrond escorts Arwen to Minas Tirith for her marriage to Aragorn, and parts from her in great sorrow.

At the end of the story, Elrond is one of the Elves who takes ship to [[Valinor]] along with Frodo and the other Ringbearers. The Third Age is held to have ended with Elrond’s departure.

==Etymology==
The name '''Elrond''' means "Star-dome", though at an earlier stage, it was supposed to mean "Elf of the Cave".

== Portrayal in Adaptations ==
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Image:Elrond, Lord of Rivendell.jpg|[[Hugo Weaving]] as Elrond from [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]]
Image:Elrond from Rankin-Bass' The Hobbit.jpg|Elrond as portrayed in [[Rankin/Bass' The Hobbit]]
Image:Elrond from Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings.jpg|Elrond as portrayed in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]]
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In the BBC's 1981 radio serialization of [[The Lord of the Rings (1981 radio series)|The Lord of the Rings]], Elrond is voiced by [[Hugh Dickson]].

In the [[Rankin/Bass]] animated version of [[Rankin/Bass' The Hobbit|The Hobbit]], Elrond is voiced by [[Cyril Ritchard]].

[[André Morell]] was the voice of Elrond in [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]].

In [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]], Elrond is played by [[Hugo Weaving]]. His role in the movie is expanded beyond his role in the book, and the character appears in each of the three movies.

In [[Peter Jackson's The Fellowship of the Ring|The Fellowship of the Ring]], Elrond first appears in the Prologue as a commander of the army of Elves in the War of the Last Alliance. A later flashback scene shows him actually taking Isildur into [[Mount Doom]], trying to persuade him to destroy the Ring. This scene is strongly paralleled in [[Peter Jackson's The Return of the King|The Return of the King]] when Frodo attempts to destroy the Ring, with Sam using some of the same words Elrond did in the earlier scene.

As in the book, Elrond heals Frodo’s wound from Weathertop. Elrond then has a conversation with Gandalf, discussing the many challenges that face them. Elrond argues that the Ring cannot remain in Rivendell (in the movie, Frodo appears to have thought that he would be able to leave the Ring there). He also expresses his doubts about the race of Men, and gives the first hints about Aragorn’s real identity. In the Council of Elrond, Elrond himself is the one who argues that the only option is to destroy the Ring. He does not select the Fellowship, but accepts those who volunteer.

Elrond gains two additional scenes in the Extended Edition of the movie. In the first, he talks with Aragorn beside the grave of Aragorn’s mother. Elrond encourages the reluctant Aragorn to accept his fate of becoming king. In the next scene, Elrond blesses the departing Fellowship.

In [[Peter Jackson's The Two Towers|The Two Towers]], Elrond is mainly appears in scenes involving Arwen. In a flashback, Aragorn remembers Elrond telling him to abandon his love for Arwen, allowing her to sail to Valinor. Aragorn attempts to do this, but Arwen denies him. In another scene, Elrond persuades Arwen that she should sail to Valinor, describing what will happen if she remains and Aragorn dies. Elrond then has a telepathic communication with Galadriel discussing the war that is beginning. He apparently suggests that she send an army to [[Helm’s Deep]] to aid the Men there, since when [[Haldir of Lórien|Haldir]] arrives at Helm’s Deep he says that he brings “word from Elrond of Rivendell.”

In [[Peter Jackson's The Return of the King|The Return of the King]], Elrond’s first scene is with Arwen, who has decided not to sail after all, but to return. Although he senses that she is dying Elrond acknowledges her choice. At her suggestion, he has the shards of Narsil re-forged, then carries the new sword to Aragorn at [[Dunharrow]]. He finally convinces Aragorn to accept his destiny, and advises him to take the Paths of the Dead. Later, Elrond escorts Arwen to [[Minas Tirith in Gondor|Minas Tirith]] for her wedding, and he finally sails to Valinor with the Ringbearers.

== See Also ==
* '''[[:Category:Images of Elrond|Images of Elrond]]'''.
* [[Elrond, Herald of Gil-Galad polystone bust]].
* The [[Twins]].

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Celebrían

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Linathiel:

{{teleri infobox
| image=[[Image:Anya Valle - Celebrian.jpg|250px]]
| name=Celebrían
| othernames=
| titles=Lady of [[Rivendell]].
| birth=c. [[Second Age]] 400.
| realm=[[Imladris]], [[Lothlórien]].
| death=Sailed [[Valinor|West]] in the [[Third Age 2510]].
| age=
| spouse=[[Elrond]].
| children=[[Arwen]], [[Elladan]], [[Elrohir]].
| parentage=[[Celeborn (Lord of Lórien)|Celeborn]] + [[Galadriel]].
| gender=Female.
| hair=Probably silver.
|}}
'''Celebrían''' ([[Second Age]] 400 – [[Third Age]] 2510, aged 5,551 years when she took the [[Straight Road]] to [[Valinor]]) was an [[Elves|Elf]]-lady of [[Lothlórien]], the daughter of [[Celeborn (Lord of Lórien)|Celeborn]] and [[Galadriel]]. As the wife of [[Elrond]], she was also known as Lady of [[Rivendell]]. She was the mother of [[Arwen]] and the twins [[Elrohir]] and [[Elladan]]. Her daughter would later marry [[Aragorn Elessar]], hero of the [[War of the Ring]], and become the Queen of the [[Reunited Kingdom]].

==History==
Celebrían was born in [[Eriador]] on the shores of [[Lake Nenuial]]. She lived in the Elven Kingdom of [[Eregion]], and later moved to [[Lórien in Middle-earth|Lórien]] with her mother around [[Second Age 1350|S.A. 1350]]. In [[Second Age 1701|1701]] she went to [[Rivendell]] with Galadriel searching for Celeborn, where she first met Lord Elrond. Centuries later they would marry, in the year 109 of the Third Age.

In Third Age 2509, on a trip to [[Lórien in Middle-earth|Lórien]] to visit her parents, she was waylaid by [[Orcs]] in the [[Redhorn Pass]] of the [[Misty Mountains]]. She was captured and tormented, receiving a poisoned wound. Her sons rescued her and she was healed by Elrond, but she no longer wished to stay in Middle-earth. She left for the [[Grey Havens]] and passed over the [[Great Sea]] the following year.

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== Genealogy ==
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[[Eärendil the Mariner|Eärendil]] = [[Elwing]]
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| [[Celeborn, Lord of Lórien|Celeborn]] = [[Galadriel]]
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[[Elros]] [[Elrond]] = '''CELEBRÍAN'''
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[[Aragorn II]] = [[Arwen]] [[Elrohir]] [[Elladan]]
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[[de:Celebrían]]
[[fi:Celebrían]]

Celeborn

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Linathiel:

''(See also [[Celeborn, White Tree|Celeborn the White Tree]], seedling of Galathilion)''

{{teleri infobox
| image=[[Image:Hope_Hoover_-_Celeborn_sketch.jpg|280px]]
| name=Celeborn
| othernames= [[Telerin|T.]] ''[[Teleporno]]''; Lord of the Wood, Lord of Lórien, Lord of the [[Galadhrim]].
| titles=Lord of the [[Lothlórien|Golden Wood]].
| birth=Mid to late [[Years of the Trees|Y.O.T.T]].
| realm=[[Alqualondë]], [[Lindon]], [[Eregion]], [[Lothlórien]], and [[Imladris]].
| death=Did not die; sailed [[Valinor|West]] in the early [[Fourth Age]].
| age=About 7,100.
| spouse=[[Galadriel]].
| children=[[Celebrían]].
| parentage=Unknown, possibly Elmo ''(Elwe and Olwe's brother)'' and possibly [[Olwë]] as father or grandfather.
| gender=Male.
| hair=Silver.
|}}
'''Celeborn the Wise''' was a noble of the [[Falmari]], who wedded the famous [[Galadriel]] of the [[Noldor]] and eventually became [[Lord of Lórien]]. He remains a fairly unsubstantial character in the legendarium, for despite his profound effect upon the doings of the first age, there is very little direct information on him as a person, mostly overshadowed by his wife.

==History==
===Early History===

According to later writings (see [[#Controversy|below]]), Celeborn was a [[Teler]] of noble rank in [[Alqualondë]][[#References|1]], [[#References|2]], born ''Teleporno''. His parentage is uncertain; due to his rank he may have been a son, grandson, or even great-grandson of [[Olwë]], King of the Falmari. [[Galadriel|Artanis]], Olwë’s granddaughter and a [[Noldor]]in princess of great beauty, often spent long visits to Alqualondë and her mother’s kin. During this time the two fell in love, and Teleporno gave her the romantic epithet ''[[Alatáriel]]'', meaning "Maiden Crowned with Radiant Garland"[[#References|2]].

Later, according to this account, Teleporno and Artanis helped to defend Alqualondë from the Noldor during the [[First Kinslaying]]. Nevertheless, Artanis’s heart was fired by the stories of [[Fëanor]] of the open lands across the [[Belegaer|sea]]. She urged Teleporno to take a ship westward to [[Endor]], and he gave in. In doing so the two fell under the [[Ban of the Valar]].

However, before [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] came up with this origin, Celeborn was first described as a Sindarin prince from Doriath, the grandson of [[Elmo]] (the brother of Elwe/Thingol). This origin was later changed as seen above. As a result there has been many debates about his origins and early life. See ''[[#Controversy|Controversy]]''.

===First Age===
In [[Beleriand]], Teleporno and Artanis were greeted by [[Elu Thingol]], High King of the [[Sindar]] and Lord of [[Doriath]]. The two gave him news of his old brothers and friends, Olwë and Finwë, but they said nothing about the kinslaying. Teleporno eventually [[Sindarin]]ized his name to Celeborn; Artanis Sindarinized the epithet Celeborn had given her, and Alatáriel became Galadriel.

For the rest of the [[First Age]] Celeborn and Galadriel appear to have remained inactive, not affecting the course of events in Beleriand so much as their relatives, both Sindarin and Noldorin. For a time they dwelt in [[Nargothrond]], but had moved back to [[Doriath]] by the year [[First Age 300|300]]. They were not mentioned in the sacks of [[Nargothrond]], Doriath, and the [[Havens of Sirion|Havens]], and so it may be presumed that they escaped one or more of these, or else moved down to the [[Isle of Balar]]. After the [[War of Wrath]], the two were given the choice as to whether or not they wanted to go back to [[Aman]]. Galadriel, hurt and proud, refused the pardon. Celeborn, whether because he felt the same way or for his wife’s sake, likewise declined[[#References|3]].

===Second Age===
[[Image:Rowena Morrill - The Swan-Boat of Galadriel.jpg|thumb|left|''Galadriel and Celeborn'' as drawn by Rowena Morrill.]]
After the fall of Beleriand, Celeborn ruled the fief of [[Harlindon]], which was composed mostly of [[Sindar]][[#References|4]], under the [[High King of the Noldor|High King]] [[Gil-galad]]. He and Galadriel eventually moved to or founded [[Eregion]]. After [[Celebrimbor]] had largely taken over, they made contact with the [[Nandor]] of [[Lórinand]], across the [[Hithaeglir]]. Not long after they went through [[Moria]] to live there, becoming great among its people.

Celeborn fought in the [[Sack of Eregion]], and he and Elrond narrowly escaped to a dell, where the latter founded [[Rivendell]][[#References|1]].
After the making of the [[Rings of Power|rings]] and the Sack of Eregion, Galadriel received one of the [[Three Rings]], [[Nenya]]. After [[Amdír]], King of Lórinand, died, so fell also [[Sauron]], and the [[One Ring]] was lost. So Galadriel was able to put her ring to use, and made Lórinand even more beautiful and powerful.

===Third Age===
After King [[Amroth]] died, Celeborn and Galadriel ruled jointly as the [[Lord and Lady]] over Lórinand, now known as [[Lothlórien]]. It was during this time that Galadriel bore Celeborn their first child, a daughter named [[Celebrían]]. Their daughter took as a husband [[Elrond]], and dwelt in [[Imladris]].

In response to the growing threat of [[Dol Guldur]], the [[White Council]] was formed in [[Third Age 2463|T.A. 2463]]. Galadriel was on it; it is likely that Celeborn was also a member[[#References|6]]. Some time after, during the calm before the [[War of the Ring]] in [[Third Age 3019|T.A. 3019]]), Lórien received the [[Fellowship of the Ring]], composed of various characters on the quest to destroy the [[One Ring]]. He offered advice, and boats for the [[Anduin]], speeding them on their way.

Celeborn’s most significant recorded actions came in the year following, when he repulsed three attacks by [[orcs]] of [[Dol Guldur]]. Celeborn then marshall his forces to cross the [[Anduin]] and [[Fall of Dol Guldur|lay siege to Dol Guldur]]. He captured the fortress, and Galadriel threw down its walls and purified it.

===After the War of the Ring===

Celeborn attended the wedding of [[Aragorn II|King Elessar]] and his granddaughter [[Arwen]], and on the journey to return bade a fond farewell to [[Treebeard]] as well.

{{quote|I do not think we shall meet again." "I do not know, Eldest.|[[Treebeard]] and Celeborn, ''[[Many Partings]]''}}.

Celeborn returned to Lothlórien, but the power of [[Nenya]] was broken. It no longer was filled with the light and life it had before. Galadriel shortly after passed West with the other [[Ringbearers]], and Celeborn, weary, moved to [[Imladris]] to live with [[Elladan]] and [[Elrohir]], Elrond’s sons. After [[Círdan]]’s departure Celeborn was the last of the [[Wise]] in Middle-earth, they that had seen the glory of [[Valinor]] and the struggles of [[Elves|Elvenkind]]. It is not recorded when he sought the [[Grey Havens]] and sailed west, but when he did so he took with him the last memory of the Elder Days in Middle-earth[[#References|7]].

==Character==

What can be gleaned of his personality is that he was quick-thinking and swift to act, one of the wisest elves of Middle-earth in the Third Age. He was a warrior too, leading his followers into battle against [[Dol Guldur]] and other menaces. He is constantly shown deferring to his wife; sometimes for good[[#References|5]], sometimes for ill[[#References|1]].

==Controversy==

According to the earlier versions of the legendarium, including the published ''[[The Silmarillion|Silmarillion]]'', Celeborn was a [[Sindar]]in kinsman of [[Thingol]], and met Galadriel when she came with the Noldor into exile. Celeborn as a Telerin prince seems a late development, and there is some dispute as to which is the more canonical. A Sindarin origin as Elmo's Grandson has been the most widely accepted one of all.

This simple origin was later changed: in Tolkien's last writings Celeborn is a Telerin Elf from Valinor, then named Teleporno in Telerin Quenya. (This brings him closer to being a peer and equal to Galadriel and makes their partnership seem more balanced.) He meets Galadriel when she is living in the Telerin city Alqualondë, before the rebellion of the Noldor. They decide to travel together to Middle-earth, without asking permission from the Valar to do so. While not involved with the rebellion of the Noldor, because they leave at the same time and without permission (which would certainly not have been granted at that time), Celeborn and Galadriel are caught under the same Ban that prevents them from returning. The name Teleporno was then "Sindarized" as Celeborn: Telerin telep ("silver") (Noldorin Quenya tyelep) was translated to Sindarin keleb (or celeb). In order to be counted as a kinsman of the Sindarin king Thingol, Celeborn must have been part of the family of the Telerin king Olwë, likely one of his sons or grandsons.

This altered origin was not adopted into the published Silmarillion, primarily because it would have necessitated a major rewrite of the earlier parts to account for a separate departure of Galadriel. A further problem was that this descent would have made Celeborn Galadriel's first or second cousin (assuming that he was still to be considered closely related to Thingol), and Elves never married close kin.

Up to the time when ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]'' was published, there had been no mention of Celeborn in the previously written legendarium. [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] later attempted multiple times to fix upon the story behind such an important elf.

In his first writings (which make up the bulk of the matter of Celeborn), the elf-lord is portrayed as a kinsman of Thingol, though by what relation is unknown. This was the approach chosen by [[Christopher Tolkien]] and [[Guy Kay]] for ''[[The Silmarillion]]''.

In a brief, speculative paper written by Tolkien included in ''[[Unfinished Tales]]'', Celeborn is made Thingol’s grandnephew, by the King’s brother [[Elmo]]. Elmo, also linked to Círdan, appears nowhere else in the legendarium.

In the later writings, Celeborn was one of the Falmari, in the account given above. This account is considered by many to be of greater canonical significance than the previous one, due to its later date.
The only problem with that story is that it would make Celeborn either Galadriel's uncle or first cousin and Elves never married that close kin. Whereas him being Elmo's grandson would make him Galadriel's second cousin and marriage between second cousins were not that much frowned upon.

==Etymology==

Celeborn probably comes from [[Sindarin]] ''[[celeb]]'' "silver" + ''[[orna]]'' "tall". ''Teleporno'', his original [[Telerin]] [[Quenya]] name, has an identical meaning. The name Teleporno was "Sindarized" as ''Celeborn'': [[Telerin]] ''telep'' ("silver") (Noldorin Quenya ''tyelep'') was translated to Sindarin ''keleb'' or ''celeb''.

He was given the epithet "the Wise" by Galadriel in ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''.

== Portrayal in Adaptations ==
[[Image:PJ's LotR - Celeborn1.jpg|thumb|[[Marton Csokas]] plays Celeborn in [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]].]]

In [[Ralph Bakshi's The Lord of the Rings]], he did not have a speaking role. He only appeared beside [[Galadriel]] for a brief shot.

In the [[The Lord of the Rings (1981 radio series)|1981 radio play]], he was voiced by [[Simon Cadell]].

In [[Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings]], Celeborn is played by [[Marton Csokas]]. The role was extremely small in the theatrical version, but expanded slightly in the Extended Edition of The Fellowship of the Ring. In that version, he participates in giving gifts to the Fellowship as they are leaving Lórien. Notably, he gives [[Aragorn II|Aragorn]] a dagger and warns him of the dangers the Fellowship will face while sailing down the [[Anduin]]. In [[Peter Jackson's The Return of the King|The Return of the King]], Celeborn leaves for Valinor with Galadriel and the other Ringbearers, rather than remaining behind as in the book.

==References==

# ''[[Unfinished Tales]]'', ''[[The History of Galadriel and Celeborn]]''.
# ''[[The Peoples of Middle-earth]]'', ''[[The Shibboleth of Fëanor]]''.
# ''[[The Silmarillion]]'', [[Quenta Silmarillion]].
# ''[[The Peoples of Middle-earth]]'', ''[[Of Dwarves and Men]]'', note 65.
# ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]'', various chapters.
# ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]'', [[Appendices]] [[Appendix A|A]] and [[Appendix B|B]].
# ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]'', ''[[Prologue]]''.

== See Also ==
* [[:Category:Images of Celeborn|Images of Celeborn]].

==External Links==
* [http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/tolkien/96308 Celeborn Unplugged], an essay by [[Michael Martinez]] on the importance of Celeborn in the legendarium.

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Elves

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Linathiel:

{{race
| image=[[Image:Jenny Dolfen - Glorfindel and Ecthelion.jpg|300px]]
| name= Elves
| dominions= Most prominently [[Doriath]], [[Nargothrond]], [[Gondolin]], [[Hithlum]], [[Lindon]], [[Eregion]], [[Lothlórien]], and [[Rivendell]].
| languages= [[Quenya]] and [[Sindarin]], with various other dialects.
| height=Taller than [[Men]].
| length=
| skincolor= Pale to tan.
| haircolor= Blonde, black, brown, red, and ocassionally silver.
| distinctions= Nearly immortal, inventors of writing and other arts.
| lifespans= [[Arda]]'s existence.
| members= [[Ingwë]], [[Thingol]], [[Finwë]], [[Fëanor]], [[Galadriel]], etc.
|}}
The '''Elves''' (''[[Eldar]]'') were the first of the races of the [[Children of Ilúvatar]], known also as the [[Firstborn]] for that reason. The Elves are distinguished from the other two races, the [[Men]] and the [[Dwarves]], especially by the fact of their near immortality.

==History==

===Awakening===
(''Main article: [[Awakening of the Elves]]'')

[[Image:Ted Nasmith - The Dawn of the Firstborn Elves.jpg|thumb|left|200px|''The Dawn of the Firstborn Elves,'' by [[Ted Nasmith]].]] About the same time that [[Varda]], Queen of the [[Valier]], ended her labors in creating the [[Stars]], the Elves awoke beside the lake [[Cuiviénen]]. The first thing they saw were the stars, and henceforth adored them. The first sound they heard was the flowing of water, and henceforth they loved water as well.

They made speech then, and called themselves the ''[[Quendi]]''. [[Melkor]] was the first to be aware of them, and he caused evil spirits to go about among them. When one or a small group wandered abroad, they would often vanish. It is believed that Melkor may have created [[orcs]] with the elves he captured.

[[Oromë]], the Huntsman of the [[Valar]], happened upon them when he heard their singing far-off. He was amazed to see them, and called them the ''Eldar'', “People of the Stars”.

===Sundering===
(''Main article: [[Sundering of the Elves]]'')

[[Image:Anke Eissmann - Oromë espies the first Elves.jpg|thumb|right|250px|''Oromë spies the first Elves,'' drawn by [[Anke Eissmann]].]] Though at first the Quendi were afraid of Oromë, the noblest among them saw that he was no dark horseman such as the lies of Melkor spread among them said. He had the light of [[Aman]] in his eyes and face, and they were drawn to him.

After spending a while among the Quendi, Oromë returned to [[Valinor]] and took council with the other Valar and Valier. At the counsel of [[Ilúvatar]], [[Manwë]], King of the Valar, decided that they must go to war against Melkor to protect the Quendi from him. After a great battle and [[Siege of Utumno]], which reshaped the earth itself, Melkor was bound and cast into the prison of [[Mandos]]. Then the Valar, pleased with the outcome, summoned the Elves to Valinor, seeking fellowship with them.

At Oromë’s urging, many of the Elves (especially the kindreds of [[Ingwë]], [[Finwë]], and [[Elwë]]) agreed. But others, henceforth called the [[Avari]], declared that they preferred starlight and the wide spaces of [[Middle-earth]]. So the Elves were first sundered. During the journey to [[Belegaer]], gradually the number of the Elves began to lessen as various groups dropped away. Some of the [[Teleri]] (kindred of Elwë) refused to cross the [[Misty Mountains]], and settled in [[Anduin]] under the leadership of [[Lenwë]], to be called later the [[Nandor]]. Elwë then went missing, and in dismay the rest of the Teleri remained behind, while the [[Noldor]] (kindred of Finwë) and [[Vanyar]] (kindred of Ingwë) used an island as a ship, and found at last Aman and Valinor.

After several years, Oromë returned to search for the Teleri. Some, under [[Olwë]], relented and followed. Others remained to continue to search for Elwë. Still others, under [[Círdan]], remained because in that time they had become devoted to [[Ossë]] and the Sea. Those Teleri that chose to remain were called the [[Sindar]]. Elwë, who had fallen asleep due to his enchantment with [[Melian]], returned to claim lordship and establish them in [[Doriath]]. The Noldor and some of the Teleri, however, built the great cities of [[Tirion]] and [[Alqualondë]] (respectively) in Aman. The Vanyar dwelt in [[Valmar]], for they were closest to the Valar of the kindreds.

===Exile of the Noldor===
(''Main article: [[Exile of the Noldor]]'')

[[Image:Jenny Dolfen - The Coming of Fingolfin.jpg|thumb|right|200px|''The Coming of Fingolfin'', as drawn by [[Jenny Dolfen]].]] Melkor, having been released on the promise of good behavior, spread lies about the Valar among the Noldor. [[Fëanor]], the eldest son of Finwë and one of the greatest Elves to have ever lived, hated Melkor more than all the other Noldor, but was paradoxically one of the most influenced by his lies. He forged weapons, and his greatest works, the [[Silmarils]], captured the light of the [[Two Trees]] – and his own heart. After Melkor stole the Silmarils and killed Finwë, Fëanor stirred the Noldor to open disobedience to the Valar. In an epic journey filled with treachery, death, and deceit, the Noldor entered in to Exile, crossing over into [[Beleriand]].

===Wars of Beleriand===
(''Main article: [[Wars of Beleriand]]'')

There were five great battles fought in Beleriand. The [[First Battle]] was the result of an attack by Melkor on Círdan and Elwë (now known as [[Thingol]]). Though the Elves managed to resist the attack successfully, this left Melkor essentially with full reign of Beleriand. Upon the sudden and unanticipated [[Return of the Noldor]], the tables were reversed in the [[Dagor-nuin-Giliath]]. The third battle (“[[Dagor Aglareb]]”) occurred when Melkor tried unsuccessfully to destroy the Elves, breaking forth from [[Angband]]. This only resulted in the vigilant [[Siege of Angband]]. Morgoth was more successful in the next battle, [[Dagor Bragollach]], which ended in the deaths of many Elven princes, among them [[Fingolfin]], [[High King of the Noldor]]. The siege was broken. Several decades later, [[Maedhros]], eldest son of Fëanor, counterattacked in the [[Nirnaeth Arnoediad]]. Although at first very successful, the tide turned against the Elves, and ended in the destruction of [[Hithlum]]. It was not half a century later that [[Gondolin]], the last real stronghold of the Noldor, was [[The Fall of Gondolin|destroyed]]. [[Doriath]], the center of the [[Sindar]]in realm, was sacked by [[Dwarves]].[[Image:Ted Nasmith - Eärendil and the Battle of Eagles and Dragons.jpg|left|150px|thumb|''Eärendil - The Battle of Eagles and Dragons,'' by [[Ted Nasmith]].]]

===Salvation of the Elves===
(''Main article: [[War of Wrath]]'')

With the near destruction of the Elves, the last survivors were at the [[Mouths of the Sirion]] and [[Balar]]. Their lord was [[Eärendil]], the son of [[Tuor]] and [[Idril]]. Eärendil made a miraculous voyage to [[Valinor]] to beg the pardon of the Valar. His request was granted. The Valar came across the Sea to [[Middle-earth]], and in the [[War of Wrath]] thrust Morgoth into the [[Void]] and purged Beleriand. They offered to let the Elves return with them to Valinor; many accepted, but others, under [[Gil-galad]], chose to remain.

===Decline of the Elves===

[[Image:Angus McBride - Celebrimbor.gif|thumb|right|150px|''Celebrimbor'', by [[Angus McBride]].]] Though Morgoth was gone to trouble the world no longer, [[Sauron]], his greatest servant, was still there, and he made war on the remaining Elves who chose not to depart Middle-earth. Throughout the [[Second Age|Second]] and [[Third Age]]s he fought them. During this time the Elves realized how [[Men]] were rising to take their place, but [[Celebrimbor]], the grandson of Fëanor, wrought the [[Rings of Power]], especially the [[Three Rings]] to preserve the Elves. But Sauron under the guise of [[Annatar]] also forged a ring – the [[One Ring]]. It was not until the end of the Third Age that this last ring was destroyed, marring the Three Rings at the same time. In the years that followed the last of the Elves departed across the Sea to Valinor, their mission against Sauron complete, never to return.

==Life and Customs of the Elves==
(''Main articles: [[Elven Characteristics]], [[Elven Life cycle]], and [[Elven Customs]]'')

Besides being considered more beautiful than men, Elves were also generally taller. Their hair color varied; but the basic rules were that the [[Noldor]] generally had dark hair (brown or black), the [[Vanyar]] golden, and the [[Teleri]] silver or dark. Their eyes are usually described as gray. Their most distinguishing characteristic from the [[Mortals|Mortal]] races was the fact that they were invulnerable to age or disease; unless they were killed by sword or sorrow they would live to the end of the world.

Their lives were counted to begin at conception rather than birth, and though their minds sharpened much earlier in life than in the race of Men, their bodies grew more slowly. They were considered fully-grown at about a century. They married usually only once in their lives, and their children were often few and far-between.

==Languages==
(''Main article:[[Elvish]]'')

[[Image:Donato Giancola - Lore.jpeg|thumb|right|200px|''Lore,'' by [[Donato Giancola]].]] Because [[J.R.R. Tolkien|Tolkien]] developed the Elves almost for his languages, those he developed are of special interest to many Tolkien scholars. His primary languages are [[Quenya]] and [[Sindarin]], but these have many variants and dialects as is seen in the table below. They were generally written in the [[Cirth]] and [[Tengwar]] scripts.

*'''[[Primitive Quendian]]'''
**'''[[Avari]]n'''
***'''Various Avarin languages''' (some later merged with Nandorin)
**'''[[Common Eldarin]]''' (the early language of all the [[Eldar]])
***'''[[Quenya]]''' (the language of the [[Noldor]] and the [[Vanyar]])
****''' ''Quendya'' (also ''Vanyarin Quenya'') ''' (daily tongue of the Vanyar: closest to archaic Quenya)
****''' ''Noldorin Quenya'' (also ''Exilic Quenya'') ''' (the "Elven Latin" of Middle-earth)
***'''[[Common Telerin]]''' (the early language of all the [[Lindar]])
****'''[[Teleri]]n''' (the language of the [[Teleri]] who reached the [[Undying Lands]])
****'''[[Nandor]]in''' (languages of the [[Nandor]] — some were influenced by Avarin)
*****'''Original language of [[Mirkwood|Greenwood the Great]]'''
*****'''Original language of [[Lothlórien|Lórinand]]'''
****'''[[Sindarin]]''' (language of the [[Sindar]])
*****'''[[Doriathrin]]''' (dialect of [[Doriath]])
*****'''[[Falathrin]]''' (dialect of the [[Falas]] and [[Nargothrond]])
*****'''[[North Sindarin]]''' (dialects of [[Dorthonion]] and [[Hithlum]])

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Teleri

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{{race
|image=[[Image:Daniel Govar - Lindar Elf.jpg|250px]]
|name=Teleri
|dominions=[[Alqualondë]], [[Isle of Balar]], [[Ossiriand]], [[Doriath]], [[Mithlond]].
|languages=[[Sindarin]], [[Common Telerin]], [[Nandorin]].
|height=Tall.
|length=
|skincolor=White.
|haircolor=Dark, silver.
|feathers=
|distinctions=Extreme love of the sea/forest.
|lifespan=Immortal.
|members=[[Elwë]], [[Enel]], [[Olwë]], [[Celeborn, Lord of Lórien|Celeborn]], [[Círdan]].
}}
The '''Teleri''' (meaning ''Those who come last'', singular ''Teler'') were the third of the [[Elves|Elf]] clans who came to [[Aman]]. Those who came to Aman became known as the [[Falmari]]. They were the ancestors of the [[Valinor|Valinorean]] Teleri, and the [[Sindar]], [[Laiquendi]], and [[Nandor]] of [[Middle-earth]].

The third clan was the largest of the three houses of the Elves, and most of the [[Avari]] originally belonged to this clan.

In ancient times they named themselves '''Lindar''', or "Singers", because they were known for their fair voices. They were also called '''Nelyar''' ("The Third").

The Sindar of [[Beleriand]] called themselves simply ''[[Sindar|Edhil]]'', which means ''Elves'', and is related to the Quenya word ''Eldar'' of the same meaning.

According to legend, the Teleri were descended from [[Awakening of the Elves|Enel]], the third Elf to awake in [[Cuiviénen]], his spouse Enelyë and their 72 companions, but it was [[Elwë]], the first of the Teleri to come to Valinor, who became their king.

The Teleri were sundered from the first two clans, the [[Vanyar]] and the [[Noldor]], because they tarried behind searching for their lost king Elwë (later known as Thingol), and the first two clans were ferried across to Valinor on a huge island before. The [[Maiar|Maia]] [[Ossë]], kept them company while they waited, and became their friend.
Later when [[Ulmo]] returned with the island ferry, the Teleri had grown to love the sea. Ossë convinced Ulmo to anchor the island in the bay of [[Eldamar]], off the shores of Aman, and persuaded many of the Teleri to reamin in Middle-Earth. The Teleri long remained on this [[Tol Eressëa|Lonely Isle]], and their language changed in different ways from that of the Vanyar and Ñoldor. Much later the Teleri learned to build ships, and finally made it to Aman.

The Teleri refused to join the Noldor in leaving Valinor, and many of them were cruelly slain in the [[Kinslaying]] at their chief city of [[Alqualondë]], or Swan Harbour. For this reason few or none of the Teleri joined the host of the [[Valar]] which set out to capture [[Morgoth]] for good. It is recounted that the Teleri eventually forgave the Ñoldor for the Kinslaying, and the two kindreds were at peace again.

Their tongue, known as ''Telerin'' or ''Lindalambë'' (tongue of the Lindar), was considered by some to be a dialect of [[Quenya]], but the Teleri themselves considered it to be an independent language. It was much more conservative than Quenya, and was the closest to [[Common Telerin]] (from which [[Sindarin]] and [[Nandorin]] were also derived), and even to [[Common Eldarin]] of the later Elvish languages.

==Other versions of the legendarium==
In the early versions of Tolkien's mythology (see: ''[[The History of Middle-earth]]''), they were known as '''''Solosimpi''''' ("Pipers of the Shores"), while the name ''Teleri'' was given to the clan of Elves known in the published version of ''[[The Silmarillion]]'' as [[Vanyar]].

==External link==
*[http://www.uib.no/People/hnohf/telerin.htm Ardalambion article on Telerin]

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Edhellond

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{{location
| image=[[Image:John Howe - Edhellond.jpg|300px]]
| name=Edhellond
| othernames=Amroth's Haven.
| etymology=[[S.]] ''[[edhel]]'' "elf" + ''[[lond]]'' "haven"/"harbor".
| type=Harbor.
| location=Southern [[Gondor]], mouth of [[Ringló]]/[[Morthond]] river.
| inhabitants=[[Nandor|Nandor Elves]], [[Gondorians]].
| realms=[[Gondor]].
| description=
| events=Loss of [[Amroth]].
| references=
|}}
'''Edhellond''' was an ancient harbor in southern [[Gondor]].

Edhellond had been founded by the [[Nandor|Nandor Elves]] before the end of the [[First Age]], as a place where they built ships to leave for [[Valinor]].

[[Amroth]], Prince of Lórien, was lost at or near Edhellond in the year 1981 of the [[Third Age]] while looking for his beloved [[Nimrodel the Elf-maid|Nimrodel]]. One of her handmaidens, [[Mithrellas]], was taken by [[Imrazôr]] the [[Númenórean]] as his wife, and their son [[Galador]] was to become the founder of the Princes of [[Dol Amroth]] line.

Edhellond was built at the mouth of the rivers [[Ringló]] and [[Morthond]], where they flowed into Cobas Haven.

== Etymology ==
Edhellond means "Elf Haven" in [[Sindarin]] (from ''[[edhel]]'' = "Elf" and ''[[lond]]'' = "harbor, haven").

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