Rangers of Ithilien
Rangers of Ithilien are an organization that features in the Lord of the Rings universe.
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History
The Rangers of Ithilien were a military force of Men from the kingdom of Gondor.
By the time of the War of the Ring, the leader of the Rangers was held by Faramir who was the son of the Ruling Steward of Gondor Denethor. Later on, Frodo Baggins and Samwise Gamgee witnessed a harassing attack by the Rangers of Ithilien upon a regiment of Southrons marching north. The two hobbits were captured by Faramir and other Rangers and brought to Henneth Annûn. Whilst there, Faramir learnt of the One Ring carried by Frodo and captured Gollum, but on 8 March he let the three go to seek entry into Mordor. After parting ways, the Rangers crossed the Anduin at Cair Andros, Faramir and some companions rode to Minas Tirith, whilst the remainder marched to Osgiliath to reinforce the garrison. The Rangers then participated in the Siege of Gondor and Battle of the Pelennor Fields and in the advance on the Black Gate were instrumental in foiling an ambush on the Army of the West.
Overview
In appearance, the Rangers of Ithilien were a military force consisting of Men from the kingdom of Gondor. They were also known as the Rangers of the South and were considered cousins to the Rangers of the North. They served as Gondor's special operations force and were selected from the descendants of the people who had dwelt in Ithilien before it fell from Gondor's control.
They were camouflaged in green and brown cloaks, and fought chiefly by stealth. They often crossed the Anduin in secret to harass forces of the Enemy in Gondor's old domain. They were known for their proficiency with the bow, and agility and stealth were said to be on par with the Elves, whom they had only heard of in stories.
Members
- Faramir :
- Anborn :
- Damrod :
- Mablung :
Notes
- The Rangers of Ithilien were created by J. R. R. Tolkien and featured in the setting of Tolkien's Lord of the Rings universe.
In other media
Films
Video games
- In The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II, Ithilien Rangers appeared as an elite unit for the Men of the West faction in the setting of the real-time strategy video game.
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Appearances
- The Lord of the Rings:
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