Quest: The Battle of Dol Guldur
Region: Southern Mirkwood
Location: The fortress of Dol Guldur, atop Amon Lanc
Quest Giver: Galadhrim Commanders at Thangúlhad
Quest Description:
In the waning years of the Third Age, the Free Peoples of Middle-earth launched a bold assault upon the fortress of Dol Guldur, stronghold of the Shadow in Southern Mirkwood. Rhovaniel, already an accomplished hunter and scholar of the wilds, answered the call of the Galadhrim and marched with the Host of Lórien to cleanse the hill of Amon Lanc and break the power that lingered there.
The siege of Dol Guldur was brutal, its walls steeped in fear and sorcery. Beneath darkened skies and twisted boughs, the forces of the Enemy unleashed fell beasts, corrupted sorcerers, and endless legions of orcs. But the resolve of the Elves and their allies held strong. Rhovaniel, swift and sure, moved through the battlefield with deadly precision and unshakable focus. She lent her bow and blade to the liberation of the forest, and her efforts were instrumental in the eventual breach of the fortress walls.
Objectives:
- Join the Host of Lórien in the assault on Dol Guldur
- Battle elite orc forces and lieutenants of the Shadow
- Navigate the twisted courtyards and dungeons of the fortress
- Support key strongpoints and rally points during the siege
- Defeat the sorcerers and commanders serving the will of the Dark Lord
Key Characters:
- Galadhrim Commanders – Elven leaders coordinating the assault from Thangúlhad
- Allied Captains and Wardens – Men and Elves from Lórien and beyond who stood together against the Shadow
- Rhovaniel – A veteran of many wilds, now tested in open warfare, bringing her agility and precision to bear in the heat of battle
Setting: Dol Guldur, once a beautiful hill now twisted by shadow, looms over the poisoned woods of Southern Mirkwood. Its towers rise like broken teeth above the mist, and its courtyards echo with the cries of war. The forest itself is sick with darkness, its creatures driven mad or enslaved. The Host of Lórien camps in Thangúlhad to the west, a beacon of resistance amid gloom.
Progress Summary: Rhovaniel has:
- Participated fully in the siege of Dol Guldur
- Completed all objectives and campaigns tied to the battle
- Earned all available rewards for her valor and service
Quest Reward:
- Dol Guldur-themed armor and weapons
- Reputation: Kindred with the Galadhrim
- Lore entry: “The Fall of the Dark Hill”
Completion Criteria: This quest is complete. Rhovaniel’s contributions to the liberation of Southern Mirkwood are recognized and honored by her allies. Her role in the downfall of Dol Guldur marks a turning point in her journey, a moment when she stood alongside the great forces of Middle-earth and saw shadow give way to light.
More about this battle can be found at: [Dol Guldur on LOTRO-Wiki]