The Lord of the Rings · Character
Beregond
Also known as Beregond son of Baranor, Master Beregond, Beregond of the Guard
- Supporting
- First seen · Book 3 · Ch. 1
Beregond has the unadorned steadiness of a man who knows both his duty and the living world beyond it. He is watchful and plain-spoken, yet there is a tenderness in him that makes his silences feel as eloquent as his words.
- Gender
- male
- First appears
- Book 3 · Ch. 1
- Books
- 1
A Guard of the Citadel and member of its Third Company, Beregond befriends Pippin and guides him through the City, sharing both his soldier’s knowledge and his love of beasts. His devotion to Faramir leads him to defy the laws of Gondor in a desperate attempt to save him, a choice that places duty and mercy in painful conflict. Aragorn judges his act with compassion, and Beregond is given a new place in Faramir’s service. Through it all, his bond with his son Bergil and his steadfast loyalty mark him as a man whose courage is rooted in love.
Description
Beregond is presented as a plain man of arms, with no specific height, build, age, skin tone, hair, eye color, or facial features stated. His defining visual feature is the black-and-white clothing of the Citadel Guard, worn with a soldier’s disciplined bearing. He appears stiff and watchful on duty, though his composure can give way to visible emotion. His look is practical and unshowy, without described ornaments or distinctive marks.
Connections
Family & partnersFriends & mentorsRivals
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Bergilfather
Beregond is Bergil's father; he sends his son to guide and keep company with Pippin.
Aragornking
Aragorn judges Beregond for leaving his post and shedding blood in the Hallows, remits his penalty for his valour, and appoints him captain of Faramir’s guard.
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Denethorguardsman
Beregond serves in the Guard of the Citadel under Denethor’s authority; his case remains under judgment when he marches with the host.
Faramirconflicting source relationships
Beregond risks his position and life to prevent Denethor from burning Faramir. After Faramir is rescued, Gandalf recommends Beregond serve as his guard and remain at his side.
Gandalfally
Gandalf works with Beregond to save Faramir and recognizes that Beregond’s disobedience was an act of loyalty. He entrusts Beregond with the Citadel key and advises that he be assigned to Faramir.
Peregrin Tookfriend
The two share conversation and companionship in Minas Tirith. Pippin later confides in Beregond and asks him to help prevent Denethor from harming Faramir.
Théodenally
Beregond serves Gondor’s defense, the cause for which Théoden commits Rohan’s aid; their relationship is part of the alliance between the two realms.
Story so far
BOOK 3The Return of the King: Being the Third Part of the Lord of the Rings
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