Déorwine
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| Déorwine | |
|---|---|
| Rohir | |
| Biographical Information | |
| Position | Chief of the King's Riders |
| Location | Rohan |
| Language | Rohirric |
| Death | March 15, T.A. 3019 Battle of the Pelennor Fields |
| Physical Description | |
| Gender | Male |
| Gallery | Images of Déorwine |
Déorwine was the Chief of the King's Riders during the War of the Ring.
History
An outstanding warrior, Déorwine and six of his knights were slain at the Battle of the Pelennor Fields.[1]
Etymology
The name Déorwine probably means "brave-friend" in Old English, consisting of dēor ("brave, bold (as a wild beast)" + wine ("friend").[2]
