doriath

Yes, yes, yes, once again a topic concerning the long-suffering Doriath. Well, masters Eldalië and Atanatári, here's a question - who then raided and massacred the dwarves just plundered Doriath? Fëanorians? Beren (with Ents - yep, I'd like to see that)? Furious Melian?? Or a bored Lúthien...

I need help from Tolkien loremasters. My journey through the Silmarillion, particularly the fate of the Realm of Doriath, has led me on an extended excursion through the History volumes. After I came across details about how the chapter was composed in the published Silmarillion, I...

Did the girdle prevented the entry of intruders physically (as in was there a force that prevented intrusion),or mentally?(similar to how Melian entranced Elwë upon their first meeting)

Assume you're an elf who would be welcomed by either ruler and would enjoy relatively the same status and quality of life. Take into account all the characteristics of each kingdom: their rulers, their laws, their famous residents, and all the victories or tragedies they endured up until their...

Chapter 22, "Of the Ruin of Doriath" does state that the Lord of Nogrod "laid his curse upon all the treasure" before he died, and so Beren threw all of it into the River Ascar save for the Nauglamir. A few things to wonder or theorize about: What exactly was the curse, and what did it...

"Galadriel his sister went not with him to Nargothrond, for in Doriath dwelt Celeborn, kinsman of Thingol, and there was great love between them. Therefore she remained in the Hidden Kingdom, and abode with Melian, and of her learned great lore and wisdom concerning Middle-earth." - published...

How many marches of doriath are there? and are they army battles? and why not take part in the minor conflicts of beleriand battles such as battle of tumhalad and battle of lammoth?