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The wise Elven Lord of Rivendell, he provides Bilbo and the dwarves with shelter, counsel, and important information about the map to Erebor.
Who is Elrond
This peaceful, rural region is home to hobbits like Bilbo Baggins, known for its rolling hills, green fields, and simple way of life.
What is the Shire
The kingdom of Erebor was destroyed by this dragon, who hoarded its vast treasure and remained in the Lonely Mountain for many years.
Who is Smaug
Bilbo and the dwarves face these creepy creatures in Mirkwood, but Bilbo uses his sword, Sting, to save the day.
What are Giant Spiders
"We hates it, we hates it, we hates it forever"
Who is Gollum
A heroic man from Lake-town, he uses his skill with a bow to slay the dragon Smaug and later becomes the leader of the town.
Who is Bard
These towering mountains are home to goblins, trolls, and Gollum. Bilbo and the dwarves must cross them to continue their journey to the Lonely Mountain.
What are the Misty Mountains
This great event, which takes place in The Hobbit, marks the final battle between dwarves, elves, men, goblins, and wargs.
What is the Battle of the Five Armies
These three creatures are caught by the dawn and turned to stone after they attempt to cook Bilbo and the dwarves in The Hobbit.
What are trolls
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us."
Who is Gandalf
This shape-shifter can transform into a bear and helps Bilbo and the dwarves on their journey, offering them shelter and advice.
Who is Beorn
The barren, ruined land surrounding Erebor, once a thriving dwarven kingdom, now lies in ruins due to the dragon's hoarding of the treasure.
What is the Desolation of Smaug
The dwarves' lost kingdom of Erebor was once famous for its immense wealth, especially this valuable gemstone, which was highly coveted by Thorin Oakenshield.
What is the Arkenstone
These malevolent creatures reside in the Misty Mountains, where they imprison Bilbo and the dwarves, sparking a riddle contest with Gollum.
What are Goblins
“I will not part with a single coin of the treasure. Not even for the people of the lake."
Who is Thorin Oakenshield
The father of Thorin Oakenshield, he is captured by the goblins and is later found in a prison, tortured and broken.
Who is Thrain
These mountains are home to another group of dwarves, including Thorin’s cousin, Dáin Ironfoot, who plays a crucial role in the Battle of the Five Armies.
What are the Iron Hills
The dwarven kingdom of Erebor was originally founded by this ancient dwarf, whose name means "the Great," and who first mined the rich treasure of Erebor from beneath the Lonely Mountain, though he eventually died at the hands of the dragon.
Who is Durin
Large, intelligent wolves that serve as the enemies of the dwarves and are allied with goblins. They play a key role in the Battle of the Five Armies.
What are Wargs
“I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be.”
Who is Bilbo Baggins
This dark figure, later revealed to be Sauron, resides in the fortress of Dol Guldur and is a looming threat during the events of The Hobbit.
Who is the Necromancer
This dark fortress in southern Mirkwood is the stronghold of the Necromancer, later revealed to be Sauron, and represents a looming threat throughout the story.
What is Dol Guldur
Before the fall of Erebor, this powerful artifact was forged in the Lonely Mountain by the dwarves and was said to hold immense symbolic value for the dwarf people. It was said to be lost when the kingdom fell into ruin.
What is the Key to the Secret Door
These enormous, mystical beings are seen throwing rocks in the Misty Mountains during a storm, creating a dangerous obstacle for Bilbo and the dwarves.
What are Stone Giants
“I will not take your treasure, I will not take your life, but I will take what is mine.”
Who is Bard