bane a curse, the cause of destruction.
the Blessed Realm the land to which all the elves may sail, leaving Middle-earth and its troubles; also called the Undying Lands.
brands flaming sticks or torches.
cordial a stimulating drink.
glede a hot coal or ember.
halfling another term for hobbit.
necromancer an evil wizard specializing in death magic.
the Nine the Nazgûl, most powerful servants of Sauron; also refers to the rings of men, which enslaved them.
the Seven the rings of the Dwarves, cursed by Sauron.
the Three the rings of the elves, never touched by Sauron.
warg a large, intelligent, evil wolf.
will-o'-the-wisp a flickering light that leads travelers astray.
