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He is never actually named. He is simply called the Elvenking.

In later books, including The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion, we learn that he is Thranduil son of Oropher, a Sindarin elf of Doriath. Thranduil is also the father of Legolas.

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What does Elvenking order his men to do?

In J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit," the Elvenking, also known as Thranduil, orders his men to detain Thorin Oakenshield and the other dwarves when they are captured in the Elvenking's realm. He seeks to question them about their intentions and the treasure of the Lonely Mountain. Thranduil is particularly interested in the Arkenstone, which is significant to Thorin and the dwarves. His actions reflect his protective nature over his kingdom and his desire to maintain control over the situation.


Where is Legolas from in Lord of the Rings?

Legolas was the son of the Elvenking of Mirkwood, King Thranduil, and thus is technically a prince, though he is never titled as such in either book or film.


What motivates the elvenking to react to Bilbo?

Bilbo Baggins gave the elvenking the Arkenstone, the prized possession of Thorin.


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 did Bilbo suddenly realized during the escape from the elvenking?

During the escape from the Elvenking, Bilbo suddenly realized the importance of his own resourcefulness and courage. He understood that he could rely on his wits and intelligence, especially when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges. This moment marked a turning point in his character development, showcasing his growth from a hesitant hobbit into a more confident and capable adventurer. Ultimately, Bilbo's cleverness allowed him to devise a plan for the dwarves' escape, highlighting his increasing role in the journey.

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What is the name of the elvenking's butler In The Hobbit?

Galion


Who were some of the fierce guardians in The Hobbit?

Elvenking, king of under the montains, and bard


Is Frodo in The Hobbit?

Yes Frodo is in the Hobbit in the movie yes I believe so in the book because i read it twice not two long ago. NOTE: Frodo is in Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit' movies, but in Tolkien's legendarium, Frodo is not even born until 27 years after 'The Hobbit' ends, and Samwise, Merry, and Pippin are not born for more than a decade after that.


When was Elvenking - band - created?

Elvenking - band - was created in 1997.


What genre of music do Elvenking play?

Elvenking plays metal music. Elvenking is an Italian band that was formed in 1997. To date, Elvenking has released around 7 Studio Albums and is still active in the music scene.


Where is Legolas from in Lord of the Rings?

Legolas was the son of the Elvenking of Mirkwood, King Thranduil, and thus is technically a prince, though he is never titled as such in either book or film.


What motivates the elvenking to react to Bilbo?

Bilbo Baggins gave the elvenking the Arkenstone, the prized possession of Thorin.


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


In 'The Hobbit' why did the Dwarf attack against Bard and the elvenking end as quickly as it had begun?

Bolg and his army of orcs and wargs arrived to do battle with them all. Elves hate orcs just about as much as Dwarves do and was a greater threat because it was a huge army.


Who is thranduil?

The Elvenking and Legolas' father.


What values are important to the elves in The Hobbit?

In 'The Hobbit', the elves are described as a fun-loving people. While the dwarves approach Rivendell, the elves sing taunting songs at them, but Tolkien also mentions several times that they are very wise. Elrond is described as 'as kind as summer', among other things. So I would think that the elves do not take things too seriously, value kindness, but also wisdom, and some (the Elvenking of Mirkwood, for example) value their privacy and secrecy. Craftsmanship also seems important, as does music. The Elvenking also seemed very proud. In 'The Lord of the Rings', the descriptions of the elves make them seem far more 'serious', with less of the merrymaking described in 'The Hobbit'.


What did Bilbo suddenly realized during the escape from the elvenking?

During the escape from the Elvenking, Bilbo suddenly realized the importance of his own resourcefulness and courage. He understood that he could rely on his wits and intelligence, especially when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges. This moment marked a turning point in his character development, showcasing his growth from a hesitant hobbit into a more confident and capable adventurer. Ultimately, Bilbo's cleverness allowed him to devise a plan for the dwarves' escape, highlighting his increasing role in the journey.