Best known to audiences in Peter Jackson's "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, Tolkien's characters are complex, dynamic, and, regardless of their species, remarkably human. Depending on your preference, Eowyn and Faramir are the best partners. Opens in new tab Opens in new tab Opens in new tab. As with Pippin, Merry isn'tthe kind of individual who is going to add much to a quest like this. In other words, Legolas is centuries old at the least, which adds an essential "wise man" element to his considerable warrior contribution. Finally, we have Gandalf. I do love a partner who can cook though. He manages to charm Galadriel by being honest, becomes a long-time ally and friend to the peoples of Gondor and Rohan, and manages to be a Dwarf-lord who isnt a greedy jerk. Despite the fact that he's usually overrun by enemies, he always seems calm, cool and collected. He gets particularly busy towards the end of the Third Age, at which point he helps to drive the Necromancer out of Mirkwood, sets the Quest of Erebor in motion, and sees the One Ring on its way to Mount Doom. He means well but isnt up to the job. The elven queen is probably the one who got the dwarf the unique permission to come to the elvish land in the first place. Pros: Like Boromir, a strong warrior in a group short of them. A proud and boastful dwarf, Gimli, with his axe at the ready, never fears a good fight. He is clearly a good brother. Her gifts were also crucial to the success of the Fellowship's mission to destroy the One Ring. He brings a lot of needed skills to the table, executes when asked, doesnt showboat or demand the spotlight. It's a graceful ending to a well-lived life. Almost immediately, he seizes upon the One Ring as an opportunity to restore power to his home, the first of many temptations for the weak-hearted but physically strong human. If only he'd been a little more agile, he might have been a real contender for the MVP. Though capable with a sword, hes far from the best warrior in the group. Throughout their initial journey, Boromir serves as a critical source of muscle particularly helping the group avoid getting buried in snow in the mountains and keeping the orcs and goblins at bay in Moria. However, he was also easily tempted by the Ring, almost causing him to betray the group. Here they all are, ranked from worst to best. In the book The Return of the King, he travels with the four hobbit adventurers back to Bree and then splits off to visit the mysteriously jolly Tom Bombadil. Is a one-man Orc wrecking crew. When the Fellowship is trapped by a malevolent snowstorm high up in the mountains, it's Boromir that leads the effort to beat a path through the snowdrift with sheer brute force. In second place, we have the one, the only Aragorn, son of Arathorn. Once all of the action dies down and Aragorn becomes king, Gandalf enters a bit of an "early retirement" stage of his career. With "The Hobbit" first published nearly a century ago, J.R.R. Reason #4,529 I bitch about those movies. Merry also plays the part of the historian, traveling around gathering information and then writing down gobs of Middle-earth info. Cons: Takes up space that could be filled by literally anyone else (including Bill the Pony, who honestly should be #6 on this list) and it would be an upgrade. (Or should it be Pippinned? Whether he dies soon after getting there or lives a long, happy life in the immortal country, Frodo finally finds peace at the end of his long road. Bone-headed dumb shit done during the quest (Cons): How badly the character Pippined things up. And the litheness. Now we've come to the first character of the Fellowship who actually meets his doom during the War of the Ring itself. Sure, Gollum makes the Ring take the plunge, but I feel pretty confident that if Frodo had actually died, Sam wouldve killed Gollum, walked to Mount Doom, tossed it into the fire, and sat down with a Well, thats that. This is, of course, the One Ring that he himself forged and filled with unfathomable power. Follow her on Twitter @melissatruth. There isnt much competition. Due to his long history with the Baggins family and his roots in the Shire, Gandalf is instrumental in bringing the Fellowship together. Pros: Kills Durins Bane, the Balrog of Moria. While Pippin makes a lot of frustrating mistakes, he has the heart of a hero throughout. Well, never fear. While Gimli started out as a bit of a grumpy character (and potentially racist towards elves), he was quick to put aside any differences and get the job done. When the Lord of the Rings series began, Frodo had a heck of a mission ahead of him. The pair fall to the deepest depths of the mountain, climb back up to its peak, and there, amongst the clouds, Gandalf finally kills his enemy. Together, they slay the unkillable Witch King, proving what can be done when men step aside. Frees thousands of trapped and tortured souls after getting them to turn the tide of battle. Teaching Merry and Pippin to fight is a real highlight. However, Merry ultimately gets his shot at redemption during the Battle of the Pelennor Fields in The Return of the King and fully exonerates himself. Arwen is clearly ready, but not everyone wants to be a queen. But sometimes you also want one who will get up on the table and sing instead of sitting with the grown-ups. Movie ranking: 1,383rd (dont get me started). Although each of these iconic creations has their own merits and drawbacks, they harmonise perfectly, forming one of the most significant groups ever to be seen in story-telling, judging them as a whole proves that they are flawless. Turns the Witch-King from the Gates of Gondor. Billy Boyds accent and singing isnt enough to push Pippin any higher than this. I love The Lord of the Rings more than any other collection of slaughtered tree corpses that have been smashed flat and sliced thin and then stained with runic symbols made from dyes and solvents. Along with Aragorn, the Fellowship members are officially laid to rest in the tombs of the kings and stewards of Gondor, called Rath Dnen. See, sooner or later, most of the elves heed the call to head to the Blessed Realm, as is the case with Galadriel, Elrond, and eventually Legolas himself. Inspired by the rise of fascism and the horrors of war, Tolkien's fantasy culminates in a battle for good and evil over the Ring of Power, an ancient tool of evil made by Lord Sauron to control and wield power over Middle Earth. Leads the charge against Sharkeys minions. The prodigal king first crosses paths with the hobbits in Bree, presenting himself as a ranger named Strider, who offers to help protect them on their journey. While he wants to fight in battle, they belittle him and tell him to stay behind, much like Eowyn (Miranda Otto), who brings Merry with her to the Fields of Pelennor. Farewell!" Movie ranking: 6th (points off for bad singing, literally falling off a cliff, terrible speech-making voice, looking more like a hobo than a king). Sam. Cons: Tries to take the Ring from Frodo, which causes Frodo to flee the Fellowship entirely and causes chaos at the time that an Orc army is descending upon them, meaning his timing could have been a little better. Eventually, he inherits the title of "master of Buckland" from his father, and he becomes known as "Meriadoc the Magnificent." England and Wales company registration number 2008885. We already know about Boromir's fate, and we see Frodo and Gandalf set sail into the West, but what about Aragorn, Legolas, Sam, and the rest of the crew? Evidently impressed with the nominal leader of Buckland,Aragorn makes Merry a counsellor of the North-kingdom (the northern half of his dominion). Behold! Theyre nasty in all those ring close-ups. Starting off the list, we have Peregrin Took. Peter Jackson and company managed to successfully bring J.R.R. Boromir is just one of those people that makes everyone uneasy. Every Fellowship Of The Ring Member From Lord Of The Rings Ranked, by Tom O'Brien, Misty Holland and Chris Beachum. He, along with Saruman and Sauron, is one of the top three most powerful beings in Middle-Earth. Not wanting to be left behind, they join the Fellowship less out of a sense of duty than a fear of missing out on fun with their friends. The plain fact of the matter is thateveryone on this list is made of hero material in one way or another. And this is just the highlights. Legolas is the perfect man to have in battle, but he isnt one to lead an army. Hes incredibly valuable, yes, but most of his work happens before the quest or after he dies, and if he knew hed get more powerful after he died he should have gotten that over with a long time ago. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). At this point, we're starting to get into some of the real heavy hitters. Gets lost in Moria. While he's about as impressive as any hobbit that's ever lived, Pippin Took is hardly the strongest member of the Fellowship. Like his good friend Pippin, Merry is not exactly an asset for the Fellowship. Boromir's final moments are redemptive, fulfilling his promise to protect Frodo with his last breath while letting go of the last of his resentment and jealousy toward Aragorn. Who else could headline a list like this? The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: Directed by Peter Jackson. Gimli played a critical role in the defeat of the forces of Isengard at Helms Deep, despite his separation from Aragorn and Legolas. While almost everyone contributes to this cause, some of the Fellowships members are a lot more useful than others. Cookies help us deliver our Services. He shows key traits of all four houses, and could sit comfortably in any. Wins the contest with Legolas at the Battle of Helms Deep. However, the princeling doesn't scamper off to nab a spot on a ship as soon as the War of the Ring wraps up. We've taken into consideration things like political prowess, muscle, leadership capabilities, raw charisma, and that deep yet quiet internal strength. A love for peace and greenery. He's also a hearty soldier who single-handedly kills a ton of Uruk-hai before they fill him with arrows and leave him for dead. Sen. Tim Scott (S.C.) and Florida Gov. He later adds that he must give back the gift of his long life which was triple that of the average man before he withers and falls from his throne "unmanned and witless." With "The Hobbit" first published nearly a century ago, J.R.R. While not a historian like Merry or really a writer at all Pippin does create a giant library where he collects various manuscripts that become pivotal in maintaining the legacy of the War of the Ring. The Fellowship of the Ring is the first of three volumes of the epic novel The Lord of the Rings by the English author J. R. R. Tolkien.It is followed by The Two Towers and The Return of the King.The action takes place in the fictional universe of Middle-earth.The book was first published on 29 July 1954 in the United Kingdom. This was Gandalf's original home, where he'd lived as the wise spirit Olrin before his incarnated wizarding days. Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy will go down as one of the best to ever be put to film, and one of the most excellent parts of this trilogy was the interpretation of the fellowship of the ring. Whether on the basis of looks or loyalty, havent we all ranked the nine members of the Fellowship of the Ring in our heads? First, he embarks with Legolas on their two-part trip through the Glittering Caves of Aglarond and Fangorn Forest. The Members of the Fellowship of the Ring, Ranked. Also, who is mostly like to curl toes in the bedroom? Specifically, as The Fellowship of the Ring draws toward a close, Boromir begins to cave in to the lure of the One Ring. Even with all of his accomplishments, there's certainly a ceiling when it comes to Sam's raw power, especially when compared to some of the people that land in the upper tier. Peregrin Took (Billy Boyd) has a similar journey to the other hobbits on the surface, leaving home, going to war, and returning. Boromir is a war hero. Sam: Kind of a goof on the outside but as loyal and simple (in a good way) one could be on the inside. Legolas is the only elven representative in the Fellowship of the Ring, and as such, he automatically gets some pretty sweet power advantages. As far as his life in the Shire goes, Pippin inherits his father's title of "thain of the Shire" and becomes the leader of the Tooks. While Gandalf is always strategic, he evolves into a masterful and terrifying warrior who also offers the most heartfelt and sage wisdom of the Fellowship. Lets head back to The Lord of the Rings universe and dive into this very thirsty and unofficial ranking of the Fellowship of the Rings best boyfriend material! With Legolas, helps end millennia of hostility between Elves and Dwarves. On top of all of that, he's able to dig deep and defeat Sauron mano a mano through the Palantir in a direct contest of wills. I have a feeling he would have been able to accomplish a bit more than Merry. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings needs no introduction; it's the leader of the fantasy genre in book and film form. The truth is, though, off-camera, the quietly strong Fellowship member ends up fighting arguably the biggest struggle of the entire story. The truth is that individual members of the fellowship are superior to others. Cons: Has to single-handedly storm an orc-tower to rescue Frodo because he thinks Frodo is dead in the first place and leaves him in the middle of a path to get easily discovered, which all in all is pretty excusable. Every Fellowship Of The Ring Member From Lord Of The Rings Ranked. He is more responsible than anyone else for the fall of Sauron and the Destruction of the One Ring, using his willpower to resist its pull as he travels through Mordor, the most dangerous place in the world. Tolkien 's Middle Earth is one of fantasy's most enduring worlds. And will kill spiders for me. So here is the definitive ranking of the members of the Fellowship from the books only, from best to worst. First of all, while he may not be as doughty a warrior as Gimli, Sam certainly does his part in the war-waging department. His devotion to Arwen is romantic. He's also totally blindsided by Sauron when he looks in the Palantir (even if his hobbit innocence ultimately saves him), and he's unable to disconnect from the spell by his own willpower. He could easily be #3, but Im a sucker for tragic heroes dying in vain, so Boromir edges him out. Scenes in the extended edition tempt me to bump Boromir higher. Aragorn's ending is both epic and peaceful all at the same time, which is why he lands the top spot in the rankings. In addition, while he's certainly the son of a famous dwarvish hero and aristocrat, as far as we know, Gimli doesn't have much political power to speak of until later on in life. We gain further insight into Legolas' character when he leads the Fellowship to Lothlorien, the beautiful elven realm where Galadriel (Cate Blanchett) lives. Grounded by Elijah Wood's wrenching performance, Frodo is fully rounded and complex. Throughout the second half of Fellowship of the Ring, Boromir shows his skills with a sword and a bow, keeping many Orcs at bay. The only thing that keeps him from being #9 on this list is that no one should or did expect anything better from him. He gets outshone by his own manservant who is a better person than he is in every way. Sam Gamgee is a water-and-food-deprived gardener who carries his friend up a mountain when push comes to shove. That's why they're in the freaking Fellowship of the Ring. Frodo is a tragic and heartbreaking hero who starts as a young, innocent hobbit in search of an adventure like his uncle Bilbo (Ian Holm) once had. Loves Elves as much as I do. While the group does eventually splinter, they go on to each perform critical tasks in the war before they (mostly) find each other once again at the end of the adventure. I do give Frodo 9th. Time of death: "The Return of the King". However, in the books, he also makes a significant impact as a wise elder within the Fellowship. Kills almost all of the bosses on each level. Sure, he cannot make a shot when it matters, but he can shield-surf! They are inherently good balanced with a sense of duty. While every other character contributes at least a little something to the group's efforts, Pippin is a constant liability throughout The Fellowship of the Ring. At least he feels bad about it. The only major slam that has to be brought up against the son of Denethor is the simple fact that he ultimately gives in to the lure of the One Ring. A distraught Arwen protests, but he pushes back, declaring that if he doesn't go now, he "must soon go perforce." In The Fellowship of the Ring, Aragorn even presciently warns him before they pass into the mines that "if you pass the doors of Moria, beware!" Mark Wahlberg movies: 12 greatest films ranked from worst to best, The Lord Of The Rings: The War Of The Rohirrim New & Returning Characters Guide, A Genius King Kong Movie Idea Has Been Ignored For 18 Years (It's Perfect For The MonsterVerse), Terrifying Lord Of The Rings Cosplay Recreates The Witch King & His Weapons, Lord Of The Rings: Gollum Characters Compared To The Movies, 10 Longest-Serving Actors In Marvel & DC Movies, Jonah Hill And Girlfriend Olivia Millar Welcome First Child, Yellowjackets Season 2 Makes This Dangerous Pair Even More Deadly, Yellowjackets Plans Bonus Episode as Season Two Chaser. By the time of the War of the Ring, Aragorn is in his late 80s, and he's already helped to free both Gondor and Rohan from invasions while fighting under a secret identity. Kings of Men with their Rings of Power, as seen in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Id never want to have to teach a boyfriend this kind of respect, and its a trait that cannot be taken for granted. Cant remember how to get into Moria. While Aragorn never hesitates to help Frodo and the Fellowship, he is reluctant to step up as king, his self-doubt and fear holding him back due to initial mistakes in his journey with the Fellowship. The "old man" Gandalf is a supercharged angelic being under the surface. The film is the first . Cons: Helps elevate some tensions in Lorien. Jul 20, 2020 July 20th, 2020. Sauron is older than time itself. Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring Member Endings Ranked. He proceeds to bravely defend his friends single-handedly until he's shot full of arrows and overwhelmed, compensating for his previous betrayal with an ending that, at the least, is worth a song. As a result, Sam's loyalty is the moral centerpiece of "The Lord of the Rings." Like Legolas, Gimli fills the roles hes asked to play and doesnt demand much in return. Drives off Shelob, a demon in spider form and the last surviving child of Ungoliant (a being so powerful that MORGOTH, A FREAKING GOD, was afraid of her) single-handedly after climbing a mountain. The group of nine warriors forms in the first part of the trilogy, and consists of the Elven archer Legolas, the Dwarven warrior Gimli, the humans Boromir and Aragorn, the grey wizard Gandalf, and four Hobbits, Frodo, Sam, Merry, and Pippin, who are much tougher than they look. But if you werent as fair or powerful as Galadriel, would he notice you? 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However, because so much of his focus is on bearing the Ring, Frodo's skills in battle are virtually non-existent. It always pays to have a wizard on your side. He also wields a great shield to protect him from enemies, and . J.R.R. Boromir is also just plain a powerful guy. And after factoring in some magical abilities, we've come up with our official rankings of the members of the Fellowship of the Ring, from the strongest to the weakest in the company. Hes a rock-solid guy that just gets outdone by the people above him on the list, and there is a considerable gap between 5 and 6 on this list. Meant to represent the weakness of men within Middle Earth (and perhaps beyond) Boromir is easily swayed by the evil of the Ring and largely unaware of the effects it has on him. However, some of them tend to contribute in more powerful ways than others. He is not as wise as Gandalf or as skilled a warrior as Legolas, but Aragorn has enough of both qualities, plus a dozen others that inspire his comrades and push them forward (no matter how many set-backs they face). While the family dinners are a rollicking good time, do you want to spend all your vacations underground? Tolkiens classic fantasy novels to life on the big screen, introducing the world of Middle Earth to a whole new audience. Finishes the Red Book of Westmarch. Co-leads the Fellowship before taking over entirely after Moria. While Gimli's thirst for a fight, evidenced by his competition with Legolas, may be what he's best known for, it's his softer side that makes him a worthy member of the Fellowship. Lets Aragorn, Gimli and Legolas think hes Saruman for no other reason than to be a troll. Its no surprise he would become king. Yet, when the moment arises and extra forces are needed to face Sauron's army, Aragorn lets go, commanding the Army of the Dead with unflinching strength. He tries hard, despite being saddled with daddy issues and way too much pressure. Ends millennia of Elf-Dwarf tensions by becoming friends with Gimli. the sheer act of being the Ringbearer for so long is one of the most incredible displays of power demonstrated by anyone in the entire story. From there, the pair head to Gondor where Pippin eventually dies, as well, bringing an end to a long and happy life primarily spent split between his duties in the Shire and Gondor. Anime, wrestling, TV, movies and video games all live in my head rent free! Boromir is the heir of the steward of Gondor and one of the best warriors in the entire group. Fighting alongside Eowyn when everyone else discounts her is enough to make him number one. Of course, we still have to wonder if he could have used that magic (and eagles) to make the journey a little easier. Merry gets the slight edge on Pippin because he at least seems to be trying to be of use. I do. The Fellowship of the Ring is the first of three volumes of The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. His friendship and loyalty are the ultimate saving grace for Middle Earth. Along with his fighting feats, Sam also valiantly helps Frodo get through some of the absolute worst parts of the story, often by sheer force of will. But he just needs a little too much leading. In the novelThe Fellowship of the Ring, he's described as just a tad shorter than Aragorn but "broader and heavier in build." The Members Of The Fellowship Of The Ring Ranked From Weakest To Strongest. Also, I think this is the only shot in the whole series where hes not eating. We're here to figure that out. Im almost talking myself into making him number one on this list. Frodo is one of the most underrated characters in all of The Lord of the Rings. Sam is a short fat gardener. Thanks to the rest of the Fellowship, he didn't have to, allowing him to concentrate on his much harder task. Even if it sometimes comes across as grumpy, he says what needs to be said when it needs to be said. From wise-cracking to ax-swinging, Gimli always lets his presence be known. Pros: Helps Eowyn slay the Witch-King, which is pretty freaking impressive. Unlike Boromir, Gimliis truly changed by Lothlorien. After he sadly bids his master goodbye at the Grey Havens, Sam returns home and inherits Bag End where he settles down with his wife, Rosie, and the two lovebirds proceed to have a whopping 13 children. A little smarter and a bit more cunning than Pippin, Meriadoc Brandybuck is mostly interested in downing a pint with his friends before joining the Fellowship. The point was argued in favor by Elijah Wood in a 2015 Screen Junkies Movie Fight (timestamp 33:20 to 44:30). The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring: 4K Remaster Trailer 1 View All Videos Lord of The Rings Movies + TV Shows Movies & TV Sort By: Release date (Newest) 61% 38% The Lord of. Inspired by the rise of fascism and the horrors of war, Tolkien's fantasy culminates in a battle for good . Sure, every character plays an integral role in the story, but none can compare to the might of Gandalf. The pair somehow manage to not derail the entire quest. His self-sacrifice and purity of heart make him mostly immune to the dark powers of the Ring, though, he becomes more corrupted the longer he wears it. Movie ranking: 6 th (points off for bad singing, literally falling off a cliff, terrible speech-making voice, looking more like a hobo than a king) 2. More than any other member of the group, he is constantly getting stabbed, bitten or captured, putting the whole mission in jeopardy. Kills a whole bunch of folks at the Battle of Helms Deep. Even though Merry is the tallest of the Hobbits, it would take some getting used to the height difference. While he swears on his life to protect the hobbits, this tension comes to a head when he tries to take the Ring from Frodo (Elijah Wood), forcing him to run away and break the Fellowship. Published Feb 22, 2019 The Fellowship wasn't always bro-talks over campfires. Drives off the Nazgul to save Faramir and the retreating troops. We all want to be strong enough to help our partners through trauma, but his is clearly too deep. Your email address will not be published. Leads the Conspirators who ferret out Frodos intentions on leaving the Shire. He aspires to be a screenwriter, actor, and not tired. July 20th, 2020 New Line Cinema Story-telling has seen a large assortment of well-written team-ups, an ensemble of impressive individuals coming together to create a team that challenges evil, and. Denethor would be super rude the whole time. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings introduced readers to some of the most memorable characters in fantasy literature, and Peter Jackson made them household names with. The first part of the trilogy, which is literally named after the group of. This makes him the best and most meaningful member of the Fellowship. Rescues Frodo from an Orc-tower single-handedly. Home Lists Lord Of The Rings: 10 Strongest Humans, Ranked By Tom Steel Published Dec 14, 2021 Even amongst wizards, dwarves, hobbits, elves and orcs, sometimes it's the humans in Lord Of The Rings who come out on top. On top of that, Merry is possibly the tallest hobbit to ever live, he's generally viewed as a wise fellow, and he ends up spending the bulk of his life as a knight of Rohan and the leader of his extended family. By Nathan Sharp Published Jun 23, 2021 The Fellowship in the The Lord of the Rings provided audiences with countless iconic characters, but which member was the most useful? Decides to go alone to Mordor, which if not for Sam would have meant the quest totally failed because he would have died in a week at best. Why point all of this out? Sure, he would sometimes drop harsh truths (or worse, a riddle). Along with movies, Colin stays up-to-date on the latest must-see TV shows. The point is, there are a lot of ways to come at this thing, and choosing just one benchmark would be a bit unfair. Without him, the cause would have been lost. Poor Boromir. During the War of the Ring, Pippin swears fealty to Denethor, and like Merry in Rohan, he retains his status as a knight of Gondor after the war ends. Also, he snores. While Pippin, Merry and Frodo let the group down at times, Sam is an ever-reliable team member who saves the day more than once. The story of The Lord of the Rings is essentially Aragorns. Never one to shrink from a challenge, he identifies the One Ring, sends Frodo on his way, uncovers Saruman's treachery, and then becomes, hands down, the most powerful member of the Fellowship of the Ring. Forces other members to take care of him instead of dealing with problems like Orc attacks and other dangerous activities. It doesn't matter if you're talking about his latent political power, his heirloom weapons, his battlefield chops, or his raw charisma, Aragorn is the cream of the crop even when it comes to the most powerful members of a group as prestigious as the Fellowship of the Ring. As a result, it's safe to say that Frodo's final moments are some of the most beautiful and well-earned in all of Tolkien's work. Here are several . The nine members of the Fellowship of the Ring comprise the heart and soul of the Lord of the Rings story. When Gandalf brings him to Gondor for safety, Pippin swears his allegiance to Boromir's father, Denethor (John Noble), and becomes a Guard of the Citadel, which thrusts him directly into battle at Gandalf's side. Plus, he handles the fact that Aragorn and Legolas sing a song, taking the North, West, and South Winds, and Gimli is like thats cool, I wont sing about the East wind because of Sauron being in the East, and Aragorn faces him by essentially saying No shit, no one would ask its opinion anyway, meaning Aragorn intentionally snubs Gimli from a song with three parts and Gimli is too cool to sweat the disrespect. In addition to his work as Screen Rant, Colin is also a writer of News, Feature and Review pieces at Game Rant. He also gets married and has a son named Faramir. You are trolling me. Sam is one of the few characters who is never tempted or corrupted by the Ring and whose purity stands as a direct foil to Frodo's declining humanity. Gimli is prideful and biased. Here we are, at the end of all things, with but one member of the Fellowship still standing. He even rules under the moniker "Meriadoc the Magnificent." While the axe-bearer is hardly thrilled about traveling through the ent's home turf, the visit to the Glittering Caves is particularly near and dear to his heart. After the War of the Ring, Frodo spends time writing down the story, and then, plagued by the memories of old wounds and feeling like butter scraped over too much bread, the hobbit sets sail for the Blessed Realm in search of a place to finally receive healing and rest. He trains to fight, he listens to the more knowledgeable people in the group and --unlike Pippin-- he knows when to shut up. He never actually fights anyone. Heroically, Boromir dies defending Merry and Pippin. This makes him one of Aragorn's soldiers, and the king also makes him an official counsellor of the North-kingdom as well. Aragorn proceeds to rule for an impressive 120 years, at which point his son inherits the throne. The Ring is imbued with a ton of Sauron's power, and Frodo's primary victory is the simple fact that he's actually able to get to Mount Doom in the first place without fully claiming the Ring for himself along the way. Hes also pretty handy with that axe. Also, dont be that guy staring from the dark corner of The Prancing Pony. This is not to discredit all of the excellent work that Boromir did. I would be my best self just to try and bring that out. Beyond his initial plan, Gandalf is also an incredibly powerful wizard who uses magic to save the Fellowship at dire moments, most notably in the Mines of Moria where he faces the Balrog and falls. For all the talk of arrogance and haughtiness of Elves, Legolas is nonjudgmental and humble, and that leads him to be pretty much overshadowed by everyone else which hes totally cool with. However, what he lacks in swordsmanship, he makes up for in his conviction. Tries to sacrifice himself to saved Merry and Pippin, despite their uselessness (at that point in the story). But she saw only the meaningful looks into the distance. All four of these are major factors at different times in the story. Pros: Immensely valuable fighter in a group that lacks them, despite getting overshadowed by Aragorn. While most of the hobbits naturally fall fairly low on a list based on power level, there's one that absolutely must go higher up: Frodo Baggins. 10 Biggest Missed Opportunities In TV History, Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Review - 8 Ups & 2 Downs, 10 Most Paused Moments In Quentin Tarantino Movies, 10 Movies Where The Villains BOTCHED An Easy Win, 10 Worst Fates Suffered By Final Girls In Horror Movies, 10 More Actors Who Took Method Acting Way Too Far, 10 More Star Wars Changes George Lucas Made That Were Completely Justified, The Rock Is Returning ( To Fast & Furious), 10 Saw Characters Who Beat The Traps And Survived, 10 More Moments That Literally Stopped Horror Movies. Gets the hobbits to Riverdell. The addiction to the Ring can make Frodo a bit frustrating, particularly when it causes him to make dangerous decisions, but it's an understandable flaw. Cookies help us deliver our Services. It doesn't matter if you're talking about Gandalf the Grey or Gandalf the White. The Lord Of The Rings: Every Fellowship Of The Ring Member Ranked From Least To Most Powerful Who's the one fellow to rule them all? But for the warning in my heart. In fact, there's almost nothing about the little hobbit from the Shire to vault him so far up the list with the one major exception that he literally does what no one else on this list could do. Sean Bean has become an icon in the fantasy world, playing two of the most compelling and divisive characters that we have seen in the genre. But also smile and laugh. He volunteers to join the Fellowship and accompany Frodo in his quest. Michael is my name, overanalysing comedy is my game! Well, at one point during the Battle of Helm's Deep, Gimli is forced into these very same caves for a bit, and he's smitten by their jaw-dropping beauty. While I love the shenanigans, he is a bit of a ditz. Giving his son his crown and scepter, Aragorn then goes to his prepared place of rest in the tombs of Rath Dnen and lies down to surrender his life willingly. Tolkien's Middle Earth is one of fantasy's most enduring worlds. While everyone else in the Fellowship is intimately tied to an earthbound body, Gandalf's spiritual nature means he only needs to rent one. The son of Denethor repents of his misdeeds and arrives back on the scene in time to find Merry and Pippin being carried off by a pack of pursuing uruk-hai. Even before the story begins, Boromir is already renowned as a mighty warrior that has led armies and won victories. Merry and Pippin are baggage, toted around the world because for some reason they couldnt think of anyone better suited to accompany them. Plus, the hobbit lordling continues on as a rider of Rohan a position that he retains after swearing allegiance to Thoden during the War of the Ring. 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