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The battle was just starting when the orcs showed up. They were the common foe of all and the elves, dwarves, and men fought against them instead of each other.

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The wood elves, like the dwarves, have a soft spot for treasure.

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Q: Why wouldn't Thorin tell the Elven King what his real mission was?
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