Bard was the killer of the dragon and the people of Esgaroth had suffered from the dragon's attack, which he said was caused by the dwarves.
Bard killed the dragon and his people suffered much from the dragon's years of terrorizing.
Bard told Thorin that Thorin must give Bard a portion of the treasure to rebuild Esgaroth, or he would be considered the foe of the lake-town.
Thorin is a dwarf, and they love treasure. They finally get their mountain and then here comes humans tramping along, wanting a share in it. To Thorin and company, they just certainly could not have sticky human fingers all over their precious treasure. What can you say, they're dwarves!
Goes to the Lonely mountain to collect his share of the treasure for the Town but then Thorin doesn't want to give any of the treasure up ans thus is the beginning of the armies of the five war- for more detail look into chapters 16-19
What does the thrush Tell bard
Bilbo never intended to keep the Arkenstone. He only took it because he saw the feverish greed that overtook the Dwarves when the saw their long lost treasure. Knowing how badly Thorin coveted the Arkenstone, Bilbo kept it and later used it to bargain for his share of the treasure (which he intended to share with Bard and Thranduil). What it revealed was that deep at heart, Bilbo was a good person and only wanted to do what was right. It was why Gandalf was drawn to him in the first place.
After Bard kills Smaug, he claims a portion of the dragon's treasure to aid the people of Lake-town, who suffered from Smaug's attack. Specifically, Bard asserts that they should receive one-twelfth of the treasure as compensation for their losses. This claim is part of the negotiations with Thorin Oakenshield, who seeks to reclaim the entire hoard. Ultimately, the distribution of the treasure becomes a significant point of contention among the characters in "The Hobbit."
Bard believes his people deserve part of the treasure because they suffered greatly during the dragon Smaug's reign, losing homes and lives. Additionally, Bard sees the treasure as rightfully belonging to the people of Lake-town, as they were directly affected by the dragon's destruction. He argues that sharing the wealth can help rebuild their community and restore their lives. Ultimately, Bard's claim is rooted in justice and the need for reparations for the hardships his people endured.
Bard demands a share of the treasure to help the people of Lake-town. The dwarves offer Bard a portion of the treasure, and the elves offer to help the dwarves in their quest. Ultimately, they all come to an agreement to share the treasure before a battle breaks out.
Bard told Thorin that Thorin must give Bard a portion of the treasure to rebuild Esgaroth, or he would be considered the foe of the lake-town.
Smaug has the Arkenstone in his hoard. Bilbo acquires it from the pile of treasure. He then gives it to Bard. Bard puts it with Thorin when he is buried. That is where it stayed.
Bard keeps the arkenstone and will give it back to Thorin later if he can receive part of the share
Bilbo found the Arkenstone in Smaug's treasure chamber.
Recompense for the damage done to Laketown. He was a descendant of Girion of Dale, from whom much of the treasure of Smaug had been stolen.
The Men of Lake-town (Esgaroth) and Bard approach Thorin and the dwarves with a mix of hope and skepticism. They see the dwarves as potential allies against the threat of Smaug, the dragon, but they are also wary of Thorin's pride and his claim to the treasure of the Lonely Mountain. Bard, in particular, is driven by a sense of duty to protect his people and is willing to negotiate for the greater good, emphasizing the need for cooperation to face the impending danger. Ultimately, they seek a balance between honoring the dwarves' quest and ensuring the safety of their own community.
Bilbo had stolen a cup from Smaug's hoard and, from some unfortunate comments on Bilbo's part, deduced that the thief was a Lakeman from Esgaroth, so he went off in a great fiery rage to burn Esgaroth to the ground and eat lots of tasty Lakemen.
Thorin is a dwarf, and they love treasure. They finally get their mountain and then here comes humans tramping along, wanting a share in it. To Thorin and company, they just certainly could not have sticky human fingers all over their precious treasure. What can you say, they're dwarves!
Dale was destroyed by Smaug. It was one reason Bard thought he and his men had a right to some of the dragon's treasure. It was rebuilt after Smaug was killed.