Favorite character that's not a main character. - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Faramir · 02-25-2005, 10:51 AM

What is your favorite character that is not a main character?

My favorite would have to be Gamling he doesnt have a big part in the books and he fights pretty well in TT and ROTK.

Boromir88 · 02-25-2005, 12:10 PM

My favorite from the movie would have to be Madril, I just love his character..."FARAMIR!" "If you let them go your life would be forfeit."

From the books...I would say either Imrahil or Hama. It's amazing the type of character Imrahil is. Denethor was his brother-in-law, yet he encourages Aragorn to take the throne. Hama I just love since Tolkien shows him being an honored member in his death at Helm's Deep, as well as the way he stands up to Aragorn in the chapter "King of the Golden Hall."

Formendacil · 02-25-2005, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Boromir88

From the books...I would say either Imrahil or Hama. It's amazing the type of character Imrahil is. Denethor was his brother-in-law, yet he encourages Aragorn to take the throne.

Well, everyone knows the stereotype of not getting along with your in-laws....

Actually, Imrahil is one of my favourite minor characters, too. But if I had to pick one as my favourite, it would probably be Glorfindel. I just love the great Noldorin warrior showing up and giving the Nazgul what they deserve.

On a more humorous note, I'm rather attached to old Odo Proudfoot.

Gurthang · 03-03-2005, 10:45 PM

I've always like the parts about Imrahil and his knights, too. But I really liked Beregond. He was just cool.

Celebuial · 03-04-2005, 04:10 AM

I'm tempted to say Imrahil or Glorfinfel, but I think I'll probabily have to go with Beregond's son, his name is Bergil I think. *laughs at the irony* Ok now you're asking "how can he be my favourite character if I don't remember his name?". Well, I remember his character. He brought humour to a few situations without ruining the tension and was a superb companign for Pippin. I think he sort of showed how Pippin had grown since leaving The Shire. He also conveyed what I felt was the true spirit of most of the Gondorians: he was merry, but true at heart and wanted to help as much as he could. In a way I s'pose it reminded me of Merry's plight, he wanted to fight and was not allowed, this time because of his age though and not just his stature.

Memory of Trees · 03-04-2005, 10:17 PM

Difficult... Frodo is my absolute favorite character in LOTR. But he's the main character, so he doesn't count!!!

I am rather partial to Nob, myself! And Bob, of course...

Folwren · 01-02-2008, 05:53 PM

I dunno if Faramir would be considered a non-main character.

I quite love Bergil and Beregond. They both make me laugh out loud while I read.

I also seem to like Thingol, the elf King of Doriath.

Groin Redbeard · 01-02-2008, 09:14 PM

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I quite love Bergil and Beregond. They both make me laugh out loud while I read.

Please refresh my memory. Who if Beregond?

MatthewM · 01-02-2008, 11:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Groin Redbeard

Please refresh my memory. Who if Beregond?

Beregond was a Gondorian soldier who served under Denethor. He was the one who showed Pippin around Minas Tirith and had many conversations with him. It was also he who helped Pippin save Faramir from being burned alive. His son was Bergil, a little boy, I don't remember of what age.

My favorite minor character? I would say, aside from Imrahil and Beregond who are obvious choices and rank amongst my favorite minors, it would be Erkenbrand of Rohan as well as Elladan and Elrohir. I always liked Elrohir a little better for some reason, although I don't know why. I love Erkenbrand's heroic rescue during the battle of Helm's Deep, and the Sons of Elrond are awesome in their never ending fight against Sauron. I also love how they have a personal vendetta with the Dark Lord and his minions because of what they did to their mother. It's great too, speculating what their fates were after the destruction of the Ring.

McCaber · 01-02-2008, 11:51 PM

My belief is that they left with Cirdan on the last ship.

Groin Redbeard · 01-03-2008, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by MatthewM

Beregond was a Gondorian soldier who served under Denethor. He was the one who showed Pippin around Minas Tirith and had many conversations with him. It was also he who helped Pippin save Faramir from being burned alive. His son was Bergil, a little boy, I don't remember of what age.

Ahh, yes I remember know. Thanks!

The Might · 01-03-2008, 09:12 AM

Widow Rumble!

Folwren · 01-03-2008, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MatthewM

His son was Bergil, a little boy, I don't remember of what age.

Ten, I think, but don't quote me on that.

A Little Green · 01-03-2008, 09:32 AM

I guess I'll have to be boring and go for Beregond, or Háma. As for others, I find Erkenbrand a lovely character (or maybe it's just the situation where he first appears in Helm's Deep...). Also Círdan the shipwright strikes me as awesome. And, for some reason, the messenger from Gondor who brings Théoden the red arrow. Does Bill the pony count?

02-25-2005, 10:51 AM	#1
Faramir Animated Skeleton Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In the Forest of Ithilien. Posts: 43	Favorite character that's not a main character. What is your favorite character that is not a main character? My favorite would have to be Gamling he doesnt have a big part in the books and he fights pretty well in TT and ROTK.

03-03-2005, 10:45 PM	#4
Gurthang Sword of Spirit Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Oh, I'm around. Posts: 1,401	I've always like the parts about Imrahil and his knights, too. But I really liked Beregond. He was just cool. __________________ I'm on a Mission from God.

03-04-2005, 04:10 AM	#5
Celebuial Wight Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Cardiff during term time/Leicester in the holl's Posts: 129	I'm tempted to say Imrahil or Glorfinfel, but I think I'll probabily have to go with Beregond's son, his name is Bergil I think. laughs at the irony Ok now you're asking "how can he be my favourite character if I don't remember his name?". Well, I remember his character. He brought humour to a few situations without ruining the tension and was a superb companign for Pippin. I think he sort of showed how Pippin had grown since leaving The Shire. He also conveyed what I felt was the true spirit of most of the Gondorians: he was merry, but true at heart and wanted to help as much as he could. In a way I s'pose it reminded me of Merry's plight, he wanted to fight and was not allowed, this time because of his age though and not just his stature. __________________ Ú cilith ‘war. Ú men ‘war. Boe min mebi. Boe min bango.

03-04-2005, 10:17 PM	#6
Memory of Trees Haunting Spirit Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Here! Over here!!! Behind that rock. Yes, that is I... Posts: 84	Difficult... Frodo is my absolute favorite character in LOTR. But he's the main character, so he doesn't count!!! I am rather partial to Nob, myself! And Bob, of course... __________________ .~Mem~. "This is work, not Super-Happy-Fun time!"

01-02-2008, 05:53 PM	#7
Folwren Messenger of Hope Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a tiny, insignificant little town in one of the many States. Posts: 5,076	I dunno if Faramir would be considered a non-main character. I quite love Bergil and Beregond. They both make me laugh out loud while I read. I also seem to like Thingol, the elf King of Doriath. __________________ A young man who wishes to remain a sound atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. - C.S. Lewis

02-25-2005, 12:10 PM	#2
Boromir88 Laconic Loreman Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: USA Posts: 7,518	My favorite from the movie would have to be Madril, I just love his character..."FARAMIR!" "If you let them go your life would be forfeit." From the books...I would say either Imrahil or Hama. It's amazing the type of character Imrahil is. Denethor was his brother-in-law, yet he encourages Aragorn to take the throne. Hama I just love since Tolkien shows him being an honored member in his death at Helm's Deep, as well as the way he stands up to Aragorn in the chapter "King of the Golden Hall."

01-02-2008, 11:51 PM	#10
McCaber Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Skyrim, again. Posts: 820	My belief is that they left with Cirdan on the last ship. __________________ Werewolves vs. Fishmen. The battle of the century.

01-03-2008, 09:12 AM	#12
The Might Guard of the Citadel Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Oxon Posts: 2,205	Widow Rumble! __________________ “The invisible and the non-existent look very much alike.” Delos B. McKown

01-03-2008, 09:32 AM	#14
A Little Green Leaf-clad Lady Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1,571	I guess I'll have to be boring and go for Beregond, or Háma. As for others, I find Erkenbrand a lovely character (or maybe it's just the situation where he first appears in Helm's Deep...). Also Círdan the shipwright strikes me as awesome. And, for some reason, the messenger from Gondor who brings Théoden the red arrow. Does Bill the pony count? __________________ "But some stories, small, simple ones about setting out on adventures or people doing wonders, tales of miracles and monsters, have outlasted all the people who told them, and some of them have outlasted the lands in which they were created."