Legolas (elf of Gondolin)
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| Legolas | |
|---|---|
| Elf | |
| Biographical Information | |
| Other names | Laiqalassë |
| Position | House of the Tree |
| Location | Gondolin, Tol Eressëa |
| Affiliation | House of the Tree |
| Physical Description | |
| Gender | Male |
Legolas was an Elf of Gondolin.
History
He was one of the House of the Tree, a scout under Galdor. Because of his keen eyes and knowledge of the mountainous area, he was chosen by the escapees of the Fall of Gondolin to be in front and guide them across the Cristhorn.[1]
Following the fall, he moved to Tol Eressëa, where he was named Laiqalassë.[2]
Etymology
The meaning of Legolas was twofold in Gnomish: it could mean "Greenleaf", from laigos ("greenness") + las ("leaf"); but in the form Legolast it could mean "Keen sight", from leg, lêg ("keen, piercing") + last ("look, glance").[3]
References
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien (ed.), The Book of Lost Tales Part Two, "III. The Fall of Gondolin"
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien (ed.), The Book of Lost Tales Part Two, "III. The Fall of Gondolin": "Notes and Commentary", p. 217
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien (ed.), The Book of Lost Tales Part One, Appendix: Names in the Lost Tales – Part I, entry "Tári-Laisi"
