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The Shire is located in the northwestern part of Middle-earth, inhabited exclusively by hobbits.

The Shire is described as a small but beautiful and fertile land, dearly loved by its inhabitants. Hobbits in the Shire were actively engaged in agriculture, but there was no industry as such. The landscape, in addition to fields, included small groves (very similar to English countryside). Agricultural products produced in the Shire included cereals, fruits, wood, and pipeweed.

Rivendell was founded by Elrond in 1697 of the Second Age as a hidden refuge after the fall of Eregion to Sauron's forces. Situated at the western foot of the Misty Mountains, the valley remained hidden thanks to Elrond's Ring—Vilya, one of the Three Elven Rings of Power. Rivendell lay in the north of Eregion, south of the Ettenblat (Troll-bound) plateau, west of the Misty Mountains, and east of the Thundering River. Heather-covered plateaus concealed the valley from prying eyes.
The settlement stood on the edge of a narrow gorge along the River Bruinen. A steep and winding path, marked by cleverly hidden white stones, led down into the valley. On the northern bank of the river stood the Last Homestead—Elrond's home, surrounded by extensive gardens and terraces.

Dale was a city-kingdom of the Northern Men in Middle-earth, located in the valley of the Running River at the foot of the Lonely Mountain (Erebor). The city lay in the valley between the southwestern and southeastern forks of the Lonely Mountain, in a sharp bend of the Running River. From the Great Gate of Erebor, along the eastern bank of the river, ran an old road to the Iron Hills. The city prospered thanks to trade with the Dwarves of Erebor. The Dwarves supplied the Dwarves with provisions and received jewelry, tools, and weapons in exchange.

Destruction. In the year 2770 of the Third Age, the riches of Erebor and Dale attracted the attention of the dragon Smaug, who attacked the city. Dale's defenders were slaughtered, and the dragon, having captured Erebor, periodically visited the city to abduct its inhabitants. The remaining population fled to Esgaroth (Lake-town), and the deserted city fell into decline. Girion, ruler of Dale, was killed in the dragon's attack, but his wife and child escaped.

This human city-state is located on the western shore of the Long Lake, south of the Lonely Mountain and east of Mirkwood. Esgaroth was built entirely of wood and stood on wooden piles directly in the water. A wide wooden bridge connected the city to the mainland. Boats served as roads for the townspeople. A rocky headland protected Esgaroth from the strong currents of the forest river that flowed into the lake nearby. In 2941, dwarves led by Thorin Oakenshield and the hobbit Bilbo Baggins arrived in Esgaroth on their way to the Lonely Mountain. The mayor disbelieved Thorin, believing him an impostor, but the dwarves and the hobbit received aid from the city. When the dwarves disturbed the dragon, Smaug, enraged, attacked Esgaroth, believing the inhabitants to be behind the infiltration of his lair. The city quickly engulfed in flames, and the inhabitants fled to the shore in boats. When Smaug was about to begin hunting the fugitives, Bard the Bowman, a descendant of Girion, King of Dale, struck the dragon in its only vulnerable spot with a well-aimed shot from his bow and killed him.

Mirkwood is the remnant of a primeval forest that once covered a significant portion of Middle-earth. In the north, Mirkwood borders the Grey Mountains, in the east it borders Erebor, and at its southern end the Brown Plains begin. To the northeast of Mirkwood (approximately 40 miles) lies the Lonely Mountain. This forest was originally inhabited by the Wood Elves, ruled by King Oropher, a native of the kingdom of Doriath, and later by his son Thranduil. The forest was called "Greenwood the Great" or "the Great Forest" until approximately 1100 of the Third Age, when the shadow of the Dark Lord Sauron fell upon it, and people began calling it "the Forest of Great Fear" or "Mirwood." Sauron, under the guise of the Necromancer, established himself in his fortress on the hill of Dol Guldur, forcing Thranduil and his people to flee northeast. Over time, more and more evil creatures appeared in Mirkwood—orcs, wargs, trolls, and giant spiders.

Erebor is located in the northeastern part of Middle-earth, south of the eastern end of the Grey Mountains (Ered Mithrin) and west of the Iron Hills. It is surrounded on all sides by treeless steppes, which is reflected in
South of Erebor, several dozen kilometers away, lies the Long Lake, formed at the confluence of the Forest River (flowing through Mirkwood) and the Running River (Kelduin), which originates on the slopes of the Lonely Mountain. The mountain contained numerous halls, chambers, passages, and staircases. On the southern side stood the Great Gate, which opened onto the valley between two spurs. In the Lower Halls at the foot of the mountain was a spacious chamber—the Great Hall of Thráin. From it, a secret passage led to a hidden door on the mountainside.
The Running River flowed from beneath the Lonely Mountain, its mouth forming a waterfall at the Main Gate. Down in the valley lay the city-state of Dale, where humans lived.
In the year 2770 of the Third Age, the dragon Smaug the Golden attacked the Kingdom Under the Mountain. He drove out the dwarves, crawled into the treasury, and lay down atop a pile of treasure.

Smaug is described as a huge, winged dragon, golden-red in color. His belly was covered in precious stones and gold, which had become fused into his scales from long exposure to treasure. The dragon's body was invulnerable to conventional weapons, and his belly, despite being the least protected part of a dragon's body, was also impenetrable thanks to the jewels. His only weak point was a small depression on the left side of his chest, unprotected by scales. He is considered the last great dragon of Middle-earth.
In 2770 of the Third Age of Middle-earth, Smaug destroyed the city of Dale and then captured the Dwarf kingdom of Erebor (the Lonely Mountain). He took up residence in the Great Hall of Erebor, appropriated its treasures, and proclaimed himself "King Under the Mountain." In 2941, enraged by the arrival of a company led by Thorin Oakenshield (12 Dwarves and the Hobbit Bilbo Baggins) in his domain, Smaug set out to destroy Esgaroth, the human city on the Long Lake. However, he was defeated by Bard of the House of Girion, who used a enchanted black arrow. Bard struck Smaug in the single weak spot beneath his left wing, where there was a gap in his "armor."

Azog was the chieftain of the Orcs of the Misty Mountains who captured the Dwarven kingdom of Khazad-dûm (Moria). In 2790 of the Third Age, Azog killed Thror, who had come to Moria. Beforehand, he had tortured the king, and after beheading him, he burned his name into Thror's forehead, proclaiming himself "King of Moria." This became the immediate cause of the War of the Dwarves and Orcs. He did not die in the Battle of Azanulbizar, but survived, losing his left arm, and became obsessed with revenge against Thorin Oakenshield, who had severed his limb.

Bolg, son of Azog, was enraged by the slaying of the Great Goblin by a band of dwarves led by Thorin Oakenshield. Driven by a thirst for vengeance, Bolg gathered a vast army under Mount Gundabad and led it to Erebor (the Lonely Mountain). His army was accompanied by Wargs (riders) and swarms of bats. He pursued Thorin's company and participated in skirmishes, including the Battle at the Gates of Mirkwood.

Lord Erland, Lord of Rivendell.
Elrond was a member of the White Council assembled by Galadriel to combat Sauron. He married Celebrían, daughter of Galadriel and Celeborn. The couple had twin sons, Elladan and Elrohir, and a daughter, Arwen.

Galadriel, Lady of Lothlórien and bearer of the Ring Nenya, the chief of the Three Rings of the Elves. She convened the White Council and served as a wise advisor in the struggle against the Dark Lord Sauron. Her husband, Celeborn, is their daughter, Celebrían.

Saruman the White, the most powerful wizard of the Istari Order, head of the White Council. Saruman headed the White Council—an association of the wisest beings of Middle-earth (Gandalf, Galadriel, Elrond, and others).

Thranduil, King of the Mirkwood Elves, is a complex figure, known for his aloof and proud demeanor, often hiding a deep-seated sense of loss and a strong desire to protect his people.

Legolas is an Elven prince, the son of Thranduil, King of the Elves of Northern Mirkwood. Although his name is Wood-elven, he himself is not of Wood-elven descent (Nandor), but of Shadow-elven descent (Sindar), like his father.

Tauriel is a wood elf from Mirkwood, a warrior and head of the elven guard. Her name means "daughter of the forest." Age: Around 600 years old, which is considered young for an elf. Tauriel helps the dwarves when they are attacked by Mirkwood spiders and saves the dwarf Kili from death.
After the dwarves are captured by the elves, Tauriel herself takes Kili to the dungeon, and sympathy arises between them, which develops into unspoken romantic feelings.

Bard is a descendant of Girion, the last king of Dale, which was located near a lonely mountain. After the city was destroyed by the dragon Smaug in 2770 of the Third Age, Girion's family fled to the city of Esgaroth, and his descendants became simple townspeople.
He served as captain of the city guard's archers in Esgaroth. He was known as a skilled archer and was renowned among the locals for his intuition.
He meets the dwarves and Bilbo when, having escaped from the wood elves, they land in barrels on the riverbank, and helps them sneak into Esgaroth. Besides his son, Bard has daughters, Sigrid and Tilda. Bard's greatest strength is courage. He doesn't lose his composure when Smaug attacks the city and remains to fight, despite the panic and destruction all around him. He is serious, honest, and responsible. After the dragon's death, Bard thinks not only of glory but also of helping those who have lost their homes.

Beorn is a mighty man who can transform into a bear (essentially a werewolf). He provides shelter and supplies to travelers, and at a crucial moment, he aids them in the Battle of the Five Armies, personally slaying the goblin king Bolg.

Thorin Oakenshield is the heir to Erebor and the leader of the company.

Fili is Thorin's nephew and Kili's older brother.

Kili is Fili's younger brother and Thorin's nephew.

Balin is a wise and kind dwarf, a friend of Bilbo and brother of Dwalin.

Dwalin is Balin's brother and one of the most steadfast warriors in the company.

Gloin is Gimli's father, a brave and hardy warrior, a member of Thorin's company.

Oin is a master of fire and torches, a skilled warrior and protector.

Ori is the company's scribe. The calmest dwarf in the group, but no less a strong and courageous warrior.

Dori is strong and reliable, and has helped Bilbo on his journey more than once.

Bifur was a dwarf with an axe fragment in his head, making it difficult for him to speak. But that didn't stop him from being as skilled and courageous a warrior as his comrades.

Bofur is a good-natured and cheerful member of the squad.

Bombur is the fattest dwarf in the company. But he's no less a formidable warrior than the others, and he's proven his worth in battle more than once.

Gandalf the Grey is a powerful wizard who, throughout his stay in Middle-earth, never loses hope of victory.

Bilbo Baggins is the lead hobbit who is chosen by the wizard Gandalf to accompany the thirteen dwarves on their quest to the Lonely Mountain.