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Barrowfield

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Field of barrows near Edoras where the kings of Rohan are buried.

The Barrowfield, a solemn field of ancient barrows near Edoras, serves as the eternal resting place for the kings of Rohan in J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings.' Introduced in 'The Return of the King,' it stands as a poignant symbol of Rohan's storied monarchy and martial heritage, underscoring the weight of history amid the War of the Ring. Though it does not evolve dramatically across the series, its presence evokes the unbroken line of Rohirrim rulers, from legendary founders to Théoden's forebears, highlighting themes of legacy and sacrifice.

History

The Return of the King: Being the Third Part of the Lord of the Rings

Field of barrows near Edoras where the kings of Rohan are buried.

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The Return of the King: Being the Third Part of the Lord of the Rings

First appears Ch 16

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