After the death of Thorin Oakenshield, his cousin Dáin Ironfoot became the leader of Durin’s folk and the King under the Mountain of Erebor. During the Battle of Dinod/Five Armies, Dáin had arrived with a large army of Dwarves to help Thorin and the other Dwarves retake the mountain from Smaug the Dragon.
After Thorin’s death, Dáin was respected by all and accepted Thorin’s fortune and title.
Dáin Ironfoot was a brave and wise companion to Thorin Oakenshield. According to Thorin, Dáin had been a dwarf of many journeys, one of the most “eager for adventure of any but the hobbits”. He was also known as one of the Kings in the Iron Hills, ruling his kingdom and presiding over his own court.
Dáin agreed to help Thorin and his company retake Erebor, and brought with him many reinforcements. After the Battle of Five Armies, Dáin assumed control and quickly set plans into motion to restore the ancient dwarf-realm.
He took initiatives to improve Erebor’s security and prepared it for a possible future battle with Sauron. After Dáin’s death, his son Thorin III Stonehelm succeeded him as the King of Erebor, until in time the kingdom was once again abandoned.
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What happened after Thorin died?
After Thorin died, it was a heartbreaking moment for the rest of the Company of Thorin. They mourned their leader and paid tribute to him with singing and stories as they carried his body to the Ered Luin Mountain Range.
Once his body had been placed in the caravan, his companions set off on the final leg of their journey, travelling through Mirkwood Forest.
When they arrived at the Ered Luin, the Company of Thorin built a cairn for their lost leader. They ended the ceremony with a solemn blessing for Thorin and placed a piece of Arkenstone from his crown on top of the grave.
The Company of Thorin then set out to find their own way home, one that Thorin had promised them during the course of their journey. They discovered a hidden pathway that eventually led them to the Lonely Mountain, where they were warmly welcomed by the people of Laketown to spend the night.
The next day, the Company of Thorin extended its thanks to the people of Laketown before finally heading back home, their hearts heavy with sorrow. With Thorin’s death, the Fellowship of Thorin ended, but the legacy of the noble dwarf will always remain in the hearts of those who had the honor of travelling with him.
Did Thorin’s bloodline end?
Yes, Thorin’s bloodline ended at the Battle of Five Armies. At the end of The Hobbit, Thorin Oakenshield was mortally wounded during his last stand against Azog the Defiler and the Orcs of Gundabad. Though Thorin was avenged by his cousin, Dáin Ironfoot, and was given a hero’s funeral, Thorin’s death marked the end of his royal line.
Thorin had no children, and his cousin Dáin was the last survivor of Thorin’s line. Despite the tragic end of Thorin’s royal lineage, he is still remembered and celebrated in Middle-Earth for his courage and leadership during the quest for Erebor.
What happened to all 13 Dwarves?
The thirteen Dwarves encountered by Bilbo Baggins in Tolkien’s The Hobbit all make it out alive, although their journeys differ.
Thorin Oakenshield, the leader of the Dwarves, dies during the Battle of Five Armies. Kili, Fili, and Dwalin are all killed in the battle, whereas Bifur, Bofur, Bombur, Oin, Gloin, Dori, Nori, Ori, and Balin survive.
After Thorin’s death, Dain Ironfoot comes to lead the Dwarves, and he allies with the Men and the Elves against the Goblins. In the end, when the Battle of Five Armies is won, Dain takes possession of Erebor and the Lonely Mountain, which Thorin had fought to gain.
After their adventures in the Lonely Mountain come to an end, the surviving eight Dwarves return to their homes and resume life as normal. Gloin and Oin return to their home in Erebor, as do Fili, Kili, and Bombur.
Dori and Nori go to the Grey Mountains. Bifur and Bofur go back to their home in the Iron Hills.
Meanwhile, the oldest of the Dwarves, Balin, insists on staying in the Lonely Mountain and sets out to explore the caves and deep passages beneath the mountain. He discovers a vast underground complex of halls and chambers, but tragically never returns to the surface to share his findings.
How old was Balin when he died?
Balin died in 2989 of the Third Age, at the age of 200. He was the leader of the Dwarf colony of Moria and had been at the Battle of Five Armies some sixty years prior. He had attempted to reestablish the Mines of Moria, but the endeavor had proven to be fruitless; Balin was killed in an attack by Orcs.
It was his death that started the War of the Fellowship of the Ring as the Fellowship journeyed to Mordor to destroy the One Ring.
What stopped Thorin’s advancement?
Thorin’s advancement was stopped by a plethora of factors during the Battle of the Five Armies. Perhaps the most notable was his stubbornness, which led him to reject Bilbo’s attempts to bring about a diplomatic solution and instead focus on an attack on the Goblin/Orc army.
Additionally, Thorin was well known for his greed, which distracted him from attempting to stop the battle before it escalated beyond his control.
The death of his cousin, Dain, also weighed heavily on Thorin’s mind and he was unable to effectively lead the Dwarven forces or influence those around him. Lastly, the intervention of the Eagles on the side of the Elves also played a part in Thorin’s demise as they helped tip the battle in their favor and ultimately were instrumental in the defense of Erebor.
Overall, a combination of Thorin’s personal shortcomings, coupled with powerful external forces, ultimately led to his defeat at the Battle of the Five Armies.
Does Thorin Oakenshield come back?
Yes, Thorin Oakenshield comes back in The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, the final part of Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit trilogy. After leading the dwarves of Erebor into battle against the forces of Sauron, Thorin falls ill with a disease called the ‘dragon sickness’, caused by the dragon Smaug taking the dwarves’ treasure.
Bilbo Baggins, Thorin’s friend and a Hobbit from the Shire, is the only one who can heal him. Thorin uses the Arkenstone, a precious stone from Erebor, to bribe the Elvenking and the Master of Laketown so he can reclaim the dwarves’ lost treasure.
After Bilbo and the White Council overpower Sauron’s forces, Thorin recovers and fights alongside the other armies. He is later buried in the same tomb as his father, Thrain, with Thorin’s golden hair shining in the light.
Who survived Thorin’s company?
All of the thirteen dwarves in Thorin’s Company survived, along with Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf. The only casualty was Thorin Oakenshield, who was mortally wounded during the Battle of Five Armies. Of the thirteen dwarves, Balin and Dwalin went to investigate Moria, Frodo and Kili were slain in the Battle of Five Armies, and the remaining nine (Dori, Nori, Ori, Gloin, Fili, Bifur, Bofur, Bombur and Oin) returned to the Lonely Mountain.
Bilbo returned to the Shire with a small share of the treasure, and Gandalf returned to his home in the Grey Havens. The questers were considered victors, and their successful mission returned the treasure to the rightful heirs, the dwarves of the Lonely Mountain.
How many of Thorin’s company survived the battle of five armies?
Out of the initial thirteen dwarves from Thorin Oakenshield’s Company, seven dwarves survived the Battle of Five Armies. Those seven survivors included Thorin Oakenshield, Dwalin, Balin, Bifur, Bofur, Bombur, and Dori.
Towards the end of the battle, Thorin Oakenshield was mortally wounded and died shortly after. The other six survivors accompanied him in his funeral procession. Fili and Kili also perished during the battle with Fili dying on the battlefield while Kili was struck down while trying to protect Tauriel.
The more significant losses of Thorin’s company were Gloin, Oin, Ori, and the Hobbit, Kili. Specifically, Gloin was killed by two Bolg orc captains during the battle and Oin was overcome by the numerous Orcs.
Ori managed to survive the battle but succumbed to his wounds shortly afterwards.
Ultimately, out of the thirteen dwarves that comprised Thorin’s company, only seven of them survived the Battle of Five Armies.
What happened to the rest of Thorin’s company?
The remaining members of Thorin’s company had a range of outcomes during and after the events of The Hobbit. Following the Battle of Five Armies, the majority of them were taken on various journeys.
Balin, Dwalin, Fili, Kili, Dori, Nori, Ori and Bofur remained with Thorin upon his death and remained at Erebor until their own deaths – though there are some exceptions, such as Fili and Kili who accompanied Bilbo Baggins on his return to the Shire.
Gloin and Oin had traveled with Gandalf to investigate the Lonely Mountain. Upon their return, they were reunited with their kin and remained with them at Erebor.
Bilbo was the only Hobbit from Thorin’s company to make it back to the Shire after their adventures. He departed Erebor with the Dwarves Fili and Kili, leaving the rest of their companions behind.
Meanwhile, Thorin Oakenshield, who had been gravely wounded in the Battle of Five Armies, died soon after the battle and was laid to rest in a tomb in the Lonely Mountain. His passing was mourned by the remainder of his company, who continued to inhabit Erebor until the end of their lives.
The remaining members of Thorin’s company were respected throughout the land for their heroic deeds, and their adventures and sacrifices will never be forgotten.
Is Erebor still alive in Lord of the Rings?
Yes, Erebor is still alive in The Lord of the Rings. In the book, it is referred to as the Lonely Mountain and is the home of dwarves. In the first installment of The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring, Gandalf reveals to Bilbo and the other dwarves that Erebor is actually still standing and inhabited by dwarves.
After hearing that, the dwarves make the journey to Erebor in the hopes of reclaiming it. Ultimately, they succeed and reclaim the Lonely Mountain. The Lonely Mountain is then defended by the dwarves, Elves, and humans against the forces of Sauron in the Battle of the Five Armies.
After the battle is won, the residents of Erebor are able to return and rebuild their kingdom, making it once again a prosperous kingdom of Dwarves.
How long did Thorin’s company stay in Rivendell?
Thorin’s company stayed in Rivendell for a period of eight days. During their stay, they were welcomed by Elrond and received hospitality from him and his people. During their stay, Bilbo helped the Dwarves to forge three magic Rings of Power, which were intended for use by the Elven-kings in their battle against Sauron.
Furthermore, Elrond presented Thorin with a map and key which would help him on the quest to restore the kingdom of Erebor. After their stay in Rivendell, they departed with Elrond’s blessing and continued on to their next destination.
What happened to the Dwarves wealth in Erebor?
When Smaug descended upon Erebor, the entire dwarves wealth was taken. Many priceless items of great value such as gold and jewels were plundered by Smaug and taken to the Lonely Mountain. Not only did Smaug take their wealth, but he also took their home from them and the dwarves were forced to flee.
It was not until reclaiming of the Lonely Mountain many years later that the dwarves were able to regain some of their lost wealth.
However, even after reclaiming Erebor, it was not easy for the dwarves to rebuild the realm. Much of their wealth was destroyed or looted by Smaug. Furthermore, the damages caused to Erebor meant that rebuilding the kingdom was an expensive process.
In the end, it took many years and a lot of hard work for the dwarves to rebuild their lost wealth and Erebor to it’s former glory.
Are there still Dwarves in Erebor?
Yes, there are still Dwarves living in Erebor after the Battle of Five Armies at the end of The Hobbit. Bilbo Baggins and the Dwarves of the Lonely Mountain (led by Thorin Oakenshield) reclaimed their ancestral home of Erebor from the dragon Smaug.
Following their victory in the Battle of Five Armies, the Dwarves of Erebor established a new kingdom in the Lonely Mountain. Throughout The Lord of the Rings trilogy, we hear mention of the Dwarves of Erebor.
Notable examples include when Galadriel gifts Gimli a necklace crafted from mithril from the deeps of Moria and Erebor, or when Gloin recounts losing his son in the Battle of Azanulbizar. In The Hobbit: The Battle of Five Armies, Dain Ironfoot is crowned King of Erebor, so it’s safe to assume that Dwarves continue to live there long after Bilbo Baggins’s adventures.
