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Tales of the Shire

Characters of the Shire

Meet the friendly Hobbits and familiar faces awaiting your arrival in Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings™ Game

Total Characters: 22
Bilbo Baggins

Bilbo Baggins

The famous hobbit who went on an adventure with thirteen dwarves. He loves stories and good food.

Location:Bag End, Hobbiton
Personality:Adventurous and wise
Relationship:Friend

Favorite Gifts

BooksTeaPipe-weed

Available Quests

The Unexpected PartyThere and Back Again
Samwise Gamgee

Samwise Gamgee

Frodo's loyal gardener and friend. He has a green thumb and loves growing things.

Location:Number 3, Bagshot Row
Personality:Loyal and practical
Relationship:Good Friend

Favorite Gifts

SeedsPotatoesHoney

Available Quests

Gardening HelpThe Road Goes Ever On
Frodo Baggins

Frodo Baggins

The Ring-bearer who carried the One Ring to Mount Doom. He seeks peace and quiet now.

Location:Bag End, Hobbiton
Personality:Brave and determined
Relationship:Friend

Favorite Gifts

Elvish booksStarlightPeace

Available Quests

The FellowshipThe Return of the King
Merry Brandybuck

Merry Brandybuck

A merry hobbit who loves parties and adventures. He's always up for a good time.

Location:Brandy Hall, Buckland
Personality:Cheerful and mischievous
Relationship:Friend

Favorite Gifts

AleJokesAdventure stories

Available Quests

The ConspiracyThe Scouring of the Shire
Pippin Took

Pippin Took

The youngest of the four hobbits. He's curious about everything and loves to eat.

Location:Great Smials, Tuckborough
Personality:Curious and brave
Relationship:Good Friend

Favorite Gifts

FoodMusicStories

Available Quests

The QuestThe Tower Guard
Rosie Cotton

Rosie Cotton

A beautiful hobbit lass who works on her family's farm. She's kind to everyone.

Location:Cotton Farm, Bywater
Personality:Kind and hardworking
Relationship:Courting

Favorite Gifts

FlowersRibbonsSweet treats

Available Quests

The HarvestThe Wedding
Gandalf the Grey

Gandalf the Grey

The wandering wizard who brings adventure and wisdom to the Shire.

Location:Various locations
Personality:Wise and mysterious
Relationship:Respectful

Favorite Gifts

Pipe-weedFireworksStories

Available Quests

The Unexpected JourneyThe White Council
Elrond

Elrond

The Lord of Rivendell, keeper of ancient wisdom and lore.

Location:Rivendell
Personality:Ancient and wise
Relationship:Respectful

Favorite Gifts

Elvish artifactsAncient booksStarlight

Available Quests

The Council of ElrondThe Last Homely House
Galadriel

Galadriel

The Lady of the Golden Wood, bearer of Nenya.

Location:Lothlórien
Personality:Mysterious and powerful
Relationship:Respectful

Favorite Gifts

MirrorsStarlightElvish poetry

Available Quests

The Mirror of GaladrielThe Gift of Light
Aragorn

Aragorn

The heir of Isildur, ranger of the North.

Location:Various locations
Personality:Noble and determined
Relationship:Friend

Favorite Gifts

Elvish bladesMapsHerbs

Available Quests

The Paths of the DeadThe Return of the King
Legolas

Legolas

Prince of the Woodland Realm, master archer.

Location:Mirkwood
Personality:Elven grace and skill
Relationship:Friend

Favorite Gifts

Elvish arrowsForest herbsStarlight

Available Quests

The Path of the ElvesThe Battle of Helm's Deep
Gimli

Gimli

Son of Glóin, dwarf warrior and craftsman.

Location:Lonely Mountain
Personality:Proud and loyal
Relationship:Friend

Favorite Gifts

Dwarven craftsPrecious stonesAle

Available Quests

The Mines of MoriaThe Battle of Helm's Deep
Farmer Cotton

Farmer Cotton

Rosie's father and the owner of the largest farm in Bywater. He's always willing to help neighbors.

Location:Cotton Farm, Bywater
Personality:Hardworking and generous
Relationship:Acquaintance

Favorite Gifts

Fresh vegetablesGood aleFarming tools

Available Quests

The Harvest FestivalCommunity Building
Old Gaffer Gamgee

Old Gaffer Gamgee

Sam's father and a respected elder in Hobbiton. He knows all the old stories and traditions.

Location:Number 3, Bagshot Row
Personality:Wise and traditional
Relationship:Respectful

Favorite Gifts

Pipe-weedOld booksStories

Available Quests

Tales of OldPreserving Traditions
Barliman Butterbur

Barliman Butterbur

The innkeeper of the Prancing Pony. He's always busy but never too busy for a good story.

Location:The Prancing Pony, Bree
Personality:Friendly and busy
Relationship:Acquaintance

Favorite Gifts

Good aleNews from afarStories

Available Quests

The Prancing PonyNews from Bree
Tom Bombadil

Tom Bombadil

The oldest being in Middle-earth. He lives in the Old Forest with his wife Goldberry.

Location:Old Forest
Personality:Mysterious and ancient
Relationship:Respectful

Favorite Gifts

Yellow flowersOld songsStarlight

Available Quests

The Old ForestThe Barrow-downs
Goldberry

Goldberry

Tom Bombadil's wife, the River-daughter. She brings spring and renewal.

Location:Old Forest
Personality:Beautiful and ethereal
Relationship:Respectful

Favorite Gifts

Water liliesSilver jewelrySpring flowers

Available Quests

The River-daughterSpring Renewal
Hamfast Gamgee

Hamfast Gamgee

Sam's brother and a skilled gardener. He helps maintain the gardens of Bag End.

Location:Number 3, Bagshot Row
Personality:Practical and loyal
Relationship:Friend

Favorite Gifts

SeedsGarden toolsFresh vegetables

Available Quests

Garden MaintenancePlanting Season
Lobelia Sackville-Baggins

Lobelia Sackville-Baggins

A hobbit who covets Bag End. She's not well-liked but has her own charm.

Location:Bag End, Hobbiton
Personality:Ambitious and determined
Relationship:Acquaintance

Favorite Gifts

Silver spoonsFine chinaGossip

Available Quests

The Sackville-BagginsProperty Disputes
Farmer Maggot

Farmer Maggot

A farmer known for his fierce dogs and his protection of his land and family.

Location:Bamfurlong Farm
Personality:Fierce and protective
Relationship:Acquaintance

Favorite Gifts

MushroomsGood foodRespect

Available Quests

The Mushroom HuntProtecting the Farm
Gaffer Gamgee

Gaffer Gamgee

Sam's grandfather and a respected elder. He represents the old ways of the Shire.

Location:Number 3, Bagshot Row
Personality:Traditional and proud
Relationship:Respectful

Favorite Gifts

Pipe-weedOld storiesRespect

Available Quests

Tales of the PastPreserving the Shire
Holman Greenhand

Holman Greenhand

The gardener of Bag End before Sam. He taught Sam everything about gardening.

Location:Hobbiton
Personality:Skilled and helpful
Relationship:Friend

Favorite Gifts

Garden toolsSeedsGood soil

Available Quests

Teaching the TradeGarden Secrets

Interaction Tips

Building Relationships

  • • Give gifts that match their preferences
  • • Complete their quests to increase friendship
  • • Visit them regularly to maintain relationships
  • • Learn about their backstory and interests

Gift Giving

  • • Pay attention to their favorite items
  • • Quality gifts provide better relationship boosts
  • • Some NPCs prefer homemade items
  • • Timing can affect gift reception