Arathorn II

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Arathorn II (TA 2873 - TA 2933)^[1] was the fifteenth of the Chieftains of the Dúnedain and father of the future Heir of Isildur Aragorn II Elessar.

[edit] History

Like his forefathers, he was raised by Elrond in Rivendell while his father Arador dwelt in the wild. Arathorn asked for the hand of Gilraen at a very young age. Though her father Dirhael initially opposed the marriage, his wife prevailed upon him to agree to the match, as she foresaw that an early death awaited Arathorn.

Arathorn became the Chieftain of the Dúnedain in Third Age 2930, when his father was captured by hill-trolls. He ruled for only 3 years until 2933^[1], when he was slain by an arrow that pierced his eye while hunting orcs. He was followed by his infant son Aragorn, also known as Elessar Telcontar.

[edit] Fan Works

In the fan work (yet to be released) Born of Hope, Arathorn II is played by actor Christopher Dane. The fan film has been released, and substantial plot is available. We do know that Gilraen will appear as will a toddler Aragorn II. The film's site can found here.

Preceded by: Arador

Chieftain of the Dúnedain TA 2930 - TA 2933

Followed by: Aragorn II

Chieftains of the Dúnedain
Aranarth | Arahael | Aranuir | Aravir | Aragorn I | Araglas | Arahad I | Aragost | Aravorn | Arahad II | Arassuil | Arathorn I | Argonui | Arador | Arathorn II | Aragorn II (Elessar)

[edit] References

1. ↑ ^{1.0 1.1} The Peoples of Middle-earth pg. 196