The Balrogs, or Valaraukar (singular Valarauko, Quenya for "Demon of power"), were three to seven Maiar seduced and corrupted by Morgoth into his service, turning into dreadful Úmaiar …

Balrogs (/ ˈ b æ l r ɒ ɡ /) are a species of powerful demonic monsters in J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle-earth. One first appeared in print in his high-fantasy novel The Lord of the Rings , where the …

Jan 27, 2025 · The Balrogs were Maiar corrupted by Morgoth during the creation of Arda, who cloaked themselves in shadow and flame and carried whips and swords. Famed Balrogs …

May 12, 2021 · Balrogs get their start at the very beginning of Middle-earth's obscurely ancient history. They're initially created as a part of the race of angelic spirits known as the...

Oct 7, 2024 · Prime Video's The Rings of Power has brought back the Balrog of The Lord of the Rings, an ancient creature with a dark history that predates the creation of Midde-earth.

Jun 24, 2020 · Balrogs were powerful, mighty demons, generally described with fire, holding whips of thongs and steel-like claws. They were described to be loyal to Morgoth and even …

Balrogs, as they are known in Arda (real names Valaraukar), are an extremely powerful dark race of fallen Maiar found in J.R.R Tolkien's fantasy universe of Arda and Middle-earth.

Jul 25, 2022 · Balrogs are a type of Maiar called Valaraukar that are corrupted and seduced into evil by Melkor. They are massive, dark beings that are wreathed in shadows and flames, …

Aug 8, 2017 · The Balrogs originated as Maiar, beings of the same kind as Sauron himself. They were primordial spirits of fire that had allied themselves with Melkor in ancient times, and …

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