Ellu
From Tolkien Gateway
| Ellu | |
|---|---|
| Solosimpi | |
| Biographical Information | |
| Other names | Melemno |
| Location | Alqaluntë |
| Physical Description | |
| Gender | Male |
Ellu Melemno was the name of an Elf who, after the loss of Tinwelint, was chosen as the leader of the Solosimpi.[1]
He was a precursor of Olwë.[2]
Tolkien also considered the name Ellu for Thingol.[3]
References
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien (ed.), The Book of Lost Tales Part One, "V. The Coming of the Elves and the Making of Kôr", p. 132
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien (ed.), The Book of Lost Tales Part One, "V. The Coming of the Elves and the Making of Kôr": "Notes and Commentary"
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien (ed.), The Book of Lost Tales Part Two, "I. The Tale of Tinúviel": "Notes and Commentary"
