Tauriel

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"Tauriel" is a concept which has only appeared in an adaptation of the works of J.R.R. Tolkien.

Tauriel was a Silvan Elf of Mirkwood. She has been described as a warrior and head of the Wood-elf guard.[1] Her character was invented by Peter Jackson for The Hobbit (film series) and was portrayed by Evangeline Lilly.[2]

Etymology

"Tauriel" means "daughter of Mirkwood"[2] or more literally, "daughter of [the] forest" (see taur).

References

  1. "Evangeline Lilly on Her Hobbit Character Tauriel", ComingSoon.net, 25 January 2012 (accessed 14 March 2012)
  2. 2.0 2.1 Peter Jackson, "The Hobbit Casting Update" dated 19 June 2011, Facebook (accessed 22 December 2011)