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Why is Gandalf so important?
Gandalf’s most important role in The Hobbit is as a tutelary or wisdom figure to Bilbo. He persuades Bilbo to go on the adventurous journey with the dwarves because he knows that Bilbo, without realizing it, is an essential player in the drama that will result in the death of Smaug.
How old is Gandalf in real life?
Gandalf walked in Middle-earth for 2,019 years, un-aging and appearing as a grey-bearded human of about 60 years. But as a Maia, he lived at least 9000 years before Middle Earth even existed. That means his real age is close to 11,000 years.
Why is Gandalf a hero?
Gandalf is my hero because of his character, wisdom, accomplishments, and humility. Displaying these qualities throughout his life, he is very respectable and admirable. He accomplished incredible things, and gained power and knowledge. He sacrificed everything for others.
How did Gandalf help Thorin?
Gandalf agreed to help Thorin, though he insisted that his party must make use of stealth rather than open confrontation; for that, they would need a burglar, to whom he would take them. Gandalf thought Bilbo to be a suitable companion to Thorin and his Dwarves for a number of reasons.
Who is a hero in the Hobbit?
Bilbo Baggins is the protagonist ofThe Hobbit, meaning that he’s the default hero.
How old was Gandalf when he first appeared?
Gandalf walked in Middle-earth for approximately 2,019 years, un-aging and appearing as a grey bearded human of about 60 years old or so. He was around long before Middle-earth was created and before the Years of the Lamps. He, Saruman and Sauron are approximately the same age – give or take.
Is Gandalf a good or bad wizard?
Gandalf is a good wizard who has powers beyond those of other characters: He sometimes uses a magic wand and he seems able to appear and disappear at will. He guides the travelers and rescues them from trolls, Goblins, and Wargs.
What would be Gandalf’s starting skills?
Gandalf was known for being one of the most knowledgable beings in Middle-earth. As such, he would have the Sage background. His starting skills would be Arcana, History, Persuasion, Insight, and Investigation, with Survival, Animal Handling, and Perception added at level three.
Why was Gandalf sent to Middle-earth in human form?
He was sent to Middle-earth in human form around the year 1000 in the Third Age. That’s more than 2000 years before the setting of The Lord of the Rings, to help the free peoples fight the evil of Sauron.