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Gandalf arrived in Middle-earth c. III 1000 and departed 29 September III 3021; he was known as Gandalf the Grey until his fall at the Battle of the Peak (25 January III 3019) after which he returned as Gandalf the White
Race
Ainur
Division
Maiar of Manwë and Varda
Order
Istari (Wizards)
Title of
Gandalf

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The Grey

Gandalf’s colour

A title of Gandalf, probably derived from the long grey cloak he wore, seen also in the Elves' name for him, Mithrandir, meaning 'Grey Wanderer'. The same title was occasionally used for Fanuidhol or Cloudyhead, one of the three Mountains of Moria.


See also...

Elven-rings, Grey Messenger, Greymantle, Heren Istarion, Incánus, Nienna, Saruman, The White, White Messenger, Wizards

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The Grey

Gandalf’s colour

Dates
Gandalf arrived in Middle-earth c. III 1000 and departed 29 September III 3021; he was known as Gandalf the Grey until his fall at the Battle of the Peak (25 January III 3019) after which he returned as Gandalf the White
Race
Ainur
Division
Maiar of Manwë and Varda
Order
Istari (Wizards)
Title of
Gandalf

Indexes:

About this entry:

  • Updated 29 October 2014
  • Updates planned: 1

The Grey

Gandalf’s colour

A title of Gandalf, probably derived from the long grey cloak he wore, seen also in the Elves' name for him, Mithrandir, meaning 'Grey Wanderer'. The same title was occasionally used for Fanuidhol or Cloudyhead, one of the three Mountains of Moria.


See also...

Elven-rings, Grey Messenger, Greymantle, Heren Istarion, Incánus, Nienna, Saruman, The White, White Messenger, Wizards

Indexes:

About this entry:

  • Updated 29 October 2014
  • Updates planned: 1

For acknowledgements and references, see the Disclaimer & Bibliography page.

Original content © copyright Mark Fisher 1998, 2000, 2014. All rights reserved. For conditions of reuse, see the Site FAQ.

Website services kindly sponsored by myDISCprofile, the free online personality test.
Explore the benefits of using a personality profile to discover yourself and make the most of your career.