The Two Towers: Being the Second Part of the Lord of the Rings · Chapter 17
Faramir's Test
In Ithilien, Faramir captures Frodo and Sam after they are discovered by his Rangers. At Henneth Annûn, Sam reveals the One Ring; Faramir proves his nobility by rejecting it outright, earning their trust and alliance.
Outcome
Faramir aids the hobbits and warns against Cirith Ungol; Gollum is spared under Frodo's protection; a new alliance is forged.
