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There is no reason in the story to name them, it wouldn't have affected the end results of the story line. But by providing the names, Tolkien adds a sense of history and depth to the books and to the history of Middle Earth. It hints of magic and civilizations in the past, anchoring the present of the story firmly into a history.
It also shows the swords importance. All three were forged by the master-smith in Gondolin. Sting in particular needed the lineage to show its purpose as a spider killer. Shelob's predecessor Ungoliant made her abode in Ered Gorgoroth, right near Gondolin. The other swords were made to destroy orcs, and the orcs knew it when they saw them. Beater and Biter put great fear into them.
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What are the weapons in The Hobbit book?
The three main ones are swords, bows and axes. Biter and Beater are the two named swords that Gandalf and Thoran get from the trolls.
Are the swords in the museums now or did vanish in history from The Hobbit?
There is no reference to swords in The Shire in The Hobbit. The only mention that could be attributed to the hobbits is a comment by Gandalf. He said that the swords in this region are all dull, and so he settled on finding a burglar to help the dwarves.
Is there a creature named Agrog in The Hobbit?
No, there is no Agrog in The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings. There is a giant spider named Aragog in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
What was Elrond able to read for the travelers in 'The Hobbit'?
He read the engravings on the swords they had found in the troll's hoard. He also saw the moon runes on the map.
What did the thror's map say in the hobbit?
He warned them about the creatures and things in Mirkwood.
Where are the swords from in The Hobbit?
The named swords (Orcrist, Glamdring and Sting) are found by Thorin and Company in a troll cave. Originally, however, they were from the hidden elven kingdom of Gondolin in Beleriand (which by the time of the hobbit was sunken below the waves).
What are the weapons in The Hobbit book?
The three main ones are swords, bows and axes. Biter and Beater are the two named swords that Gandalf and Thoran get from the trolls.
Are the swords in the museums now or did vanish in history from The Hobbit?
There is no reference to swords in The Shire in The Hobbit. The only mention that could be attributed to the hobbits is a comment by Gandalf. He said that the swords in this region are all dull, and so he settled on finding a burglar to help the dwarves.
Is there a video game based on The Hobbit?
There is one named "The Hobbit" that came out in 2003.
Is there a character named Shandar in The Hobbit?
no
Is there a creature named Agrog in The Hobbit?
No, there is no Agrog in The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings. There is a giant spider named Aragog in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
Is there a video game based on The Hobbit or is there a game similar to it?
There is a game named "The Hobbit" that came out in 2003.
What are facts about samurai warriors?
Samurai believed their swords were there souls. Samurai named their swords.
What is the name of the gremlin in the movie The Hobbit?
I believe that the goblin king is named Bolg, son of Azog
What was Elrond able to read for the travelers in 'The Hobbit'?
He read the engravings on the swords they had found in the troll's hoard. He also saw the moon runes on the map.
Do the links have navis in four swords?
they are not all named navi and no
What happens to an Elves sword when it comes near a goblin in The Hobbit?
Their swords, Glamdring and Orcrist, glow when goblins are nearby.
