Dernhelm
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Dernhelm by Daniel Govar
Dernhelm was the alias taken by Éowyn when she broke the command of her uncle Théoden. As Dernhelm she befriended Meriadoc Brandybuck who was under the service of Théoden, and failed to recognize her. Together they rode to the Battle of the Pelennor Fields[1][2]. It was as Dernhelm that she first challenged the Witch-king of Angmar.[3]
Etymology
The name means "hidden protector" in Old English[4] (see Helm).
Portrayal in adaptations
2003: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King:
- In the movie, one rider grasps Merry and puts him on the horse as they ride for the battle. Merry smiles recognizing Éowyn from the rider's voice.
References
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings, The Return of the King, "The Muster of Rohan"
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings, The Return of the King, "The Ride of the Rohirrim"
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings, The Return of the King, "The Battle of the Pelennor Fields"
- ↑ Jim Allan, An Introduction to Elvish, "Giving of names"
