Glamdring

item

Ancient elven longsword that shines with cold white light near orcs. Mate to Orcrist. Held by Gandalf alongside his staff.

Category: item
First appears: Book 1 · Ch. 17
Books: 3

Glamdring, the ancient Elven longsword known as Foe-hammer, serves as Gandalf's primary weapon throughout the Lord of the Rings trilogy, its cold white light and blue glow marking the presence of orcs. Originally forged in Gondolin alongside its mate Orcrist, the blade's significance deepens as it accompanies Gandalf through his transformation from the Grey to the White, symbolizing his enduring role as a protector against darkness. Though its presence is less explicitly detailed in the final book, Glamdring remains an integral part of Gandalf's arsenal during the climactic battles of the War of the Ring.

Evolution

BOOK 1The Fellowship of the Ring: Being the First Part of the Lord of the Rings
Ancient elven longsword that shines with cold white light near orcs. Mate to Orcrist. Held by Gandalf alongside his staff.
BOOK 2The Two Towers: Being the Second Part of the Lord of the Rings
Ancient Elven sword known as Foe-hammer. Slender blade glows blue near orcs. Forged in Gondolin, wielded by Gandalf through many battles.
BOOK 3The Return of the King: Being the Third Part of the Lord of the Rings