Grimbeorn

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Grimbeorn
Northman
Decipher - Grimbeorn.jpg
"Grimbeorn" from The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game
Biographical Information
Other namesThe Old
TitlesChieftain of the Beornings
LocationVales of Anduin
Family
ParentageBeorn
Physical Description
GenderMale
GalleryImages of Grimbeorn

Grimbeorn the Old was the son of Beorn.

History

Grimbeorn became a great lord in his own right. Like his father, he was the chieftain of the Beornings and he dwelt in the same regions of the Vales of Anduin. During his time, the High Pass and the Ford of Carrock were kept open and no Orc or Wolf dared to enter his land.[1]

Etymology

While Beorn is a word related to "bear", Grim (like in modern English) means "fierce", therefore his name can be translated as "Fierce bear".

Genealogy

Beorn
fl. T.A. 2941
 
 
 
 
 
 
GRIMBEORN
fl. T.A. 3019
 


Portrayal in adaptations

2001-2007: The Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game:

Despite not featuring in The Lord of the Rings film series, Decipher produced a card depicting the character.

References