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The Men of Lake-town (Esgaroth) and Bard approach Thorin and the dwarves with a mix of hope and skepticism. They see the dwarves as potential allies against the threat of Smaug, the dragon, but they are also wary of Thorin's pride and his claim to the treasure of the Lonely Mountain. Bard, in particular, is driven by a sense of duty to protect his people and is willing to negotiate for the greater good, emphasizing the need for cooperation to face the impending danger. Ultimately, they seek a balance between honoring the dwarves' quest and ensuring the safety of their own community.
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How does Thorin deal with bard and the elvenking in the hobbit?
Bard keeps the arkenstone and will give it back to Thorin later if he can receive part of the share
Why were dains people refused entry to the mountain?
Bard prevented them from entering until the exchange for the Arkenstone had been made.Because they are there to help Thorin. Bard knows it will be easier get Thorin to accept his demands if he is isolated from any help.
What parting gift did Bard bestow upon Thorin?
When Thorin was entombed in the Lonely Mountain, Bard laid the Arkenstone upon his breast.
How did the Lake-men and Bard approach Thorin and the dwarves?
Most of the population of Lake Town think the dwarves are going to kill the dragon Smaug, and so treat them with kindness, hoping to get a share of the treasure. In fact all the dwarves do is annoy Smaug, who flies down the mountain and destroys Lake Town. Smaug is eventually killed by Bard.
In the Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien what did Bilbo secretly give to Bard to help him with his talks to Thorin?
Bilbo snuck out of the Dwarves camp and delivered the Arkenstone to Bard.
How does Thorin deal with bard and the elvenking in the hobbit?
Bard keeps the arkenstone and will give it back to Thorin later if he can receive part of the share
What was the ultimatum issued by bard in the hobbit?
Bard told Thorin that Thorin must give Bard a portion of the treasure to rebuild Esgaroth, or he would be considered the foe of the lake-town.
Why were dains people refused entry to the mountain?
Bard prevented them from entering until the exchange for the Arkenstone had been made.Because they are there to help Thorin. Bard knows it will be easier get Thorin to accept his demands if he is isolated from any help.
What parting gift did Bard bestow upon Thorin?
When Thorin was entombed in the Lonely Mountain, Bard laid the Arkenstone upon his breast.
How did the Lake-men and Bard approach Thorin and the dwarves?
Most of the population of Lake Town think the dwarves are going to kill the dragon Smaug, and so treat them with kindness, hoping to get a share of the treasure. In fact all the dwarves do is annoy Smaug, who flies down the mountain and destroys Lake Town. Smaug is eventually killed by Bard.
Who has the Arkenstone in 'The Hobbit'?
Smaug has the Arkenstone in his hoard. Bilbo acquires it from the pile of treasure. He then gives it to Bard. Bard puts it with Thorin when he is buried. That is where it stayed.
In the Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien what did Bilbo secretly give to Bard to help him with his talks to Thorin?
Bilbo snuck out of the Dwarves camp and delivered the Arkenstone to Bard.
What conditions did Thorin insist on before he would negotiate any terms of settlement with Bard?
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What is the difference between dain gift and Thorin's promises to bard and the Lake-men?
The Dain gift refers to the treasure given by Dain Ironfoot, the King under the Mountain, as a gesture of goodwill and reconciliation after the Battle of the Five Armies, intended to unite the peoples of Middle-earth. In contrast, Thorin's promises to Bard and the Lake-men were made earlier, when he pledged to share some of the treasure in return for their aid against the goblins and wargs. While Dain's gift is an act of magnanimity following conflict, Thorin's promises stem from a more transactional and strategic approach to securing alliances. Ultimately, Dain's gift emphasizes healing and cooperation, whereas Thorin's commitments highlight the complexities of trust and negotiation in times of strife.
Why does Thorin refuse Bard his request for treasure?
Thorin is a dwarf, and they love treasure. They finally get their mountain and then here comes humans tramping along, wanting a share in it. To Thorin and company, they just certainly could not have sticky human fingers all over their precious treasure. What can you say, they're dwarves!
How did Smaug die in the book The Hobbit?
The killer of Smaug is Bard the Bowman. He's alerted by a thrush who overheard of Smaug's weakness (a single bare spot in his bejeweled chest).Bard, a man in the town of Esgaroth, a town by the lake, killed the dragon. He was told by the thrush where Smaug's weak spot was, and thus Bard was able to shoot the dragon through the heart.
Why wouldn and rsquot Bard let Dain and the dwarves pass?
Bard wanted to wait until the gold and silver had been brought out in exchange for the Arkenstone, he was afraid that there wouldn't be any chance once Dain had joined Thorin in the mountain.
