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The Tolkien Encyclopedia

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Characters and genealogies

Samwise Gamgee

Sam was a Hobbit of the Shire and the best friend of Frodo. He was a gardener with a peculiar affection for potatoes. Best known for his courage and loyalty, he played…

Characters and genealogies

Scatha

A mighty Long-worm of the Grey Mountain, one of the greatest Dragons. He was slain by Éothéod lord Fram, son of Frungmar.

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Siriondil

Siriondil (TA 570-TA 830) was the eleventh King of Gondor. Father of the first of the four Ship Kings of Gondor, that being Tarannon and another son called Tarciryan. Siriondil’s reign was…

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