Náin II
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| Náin (II) | |
|---|---|
| Biographical information | |
| Lifetime | Third Age 2338 - Third Age 2585, lived 247 years |
| Realm | Grey Mountains |
| Parentage | Óin |
| Lineage | Durin's line |
| Physical description | |
| Gender | Male |
Náin II (Third Age 2338 – 2585, aged 247 years) was a King of Durin's folk who ruled for 97 years, from 2488 to 2585. He was the successor to Óin. He led the Dwarves of Durin while they lived in the Grey Mountains. Late in his reign dragons came south out of the Forodwaith to trouble the Dwarves. Náin had two children, Dáin and Borin. Dáin succeeded him as King of Durin's folk, becoming King Dáin I.
[edit] Genealogy
Óin | | NÁIN II | _______|_______ | | | | Dáin I Borin
| Preceded by: Óin | King of Durin's FolkIII 2488 – 2585
| Followed by: Dáin I |
