The Lord of the Rings · Character
Gwaihir
Also known as Gwaihir the Windlord
- Minor
- First seen · Book 3 · Ch. 14
Gwaihir is a minor character in The Lord of the Rings (Book 3).
- First appears
- Book 3 · Ch. 14
- Books
- 1
Gwaihir, the Windlord, is the mightiest of the descendants of old Thorondor. His far-seeing eyes spot two small, dark figures from high above, and the rush of his wide wings sweeps over them like a gale. The text offers no further account of his personal history or relationships.
Description
Gwaihir is a great eagle, described as the mightiest of the descendants of old Thorondor. His wide wings create a gale-like rush as he passes, and his keen, far-seeing eyes command the most distinctive detail of his appearance. The text does not specify his feather color, markings, or other physical features.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
Gandalffriend
Gwaihir calls Gandalf his friend and willingly bears him to Mount Doom. He has carried Gandalf before and answers his request for a swift rescue flight.
Story so far
BOOK 3The Return of the King
Appearances
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