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Dates
Constructed in the early days of Gondor, quite possibly before the end of the Second Age, though unlikely to have been called 'Orthanc' before III 27591
Location
Below the source of the river Isen, at the southern end of the Misty Mountains
Origins
Built by the early Gondorians
Race
Meaning
Both 'Mount Fang' and 'Cunning Mind'1
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OrthancThe unbreachable tower within the Ring of Isengard![]() ![]() The mighty tower of unbreakable stone built by the Men of Gondor in the beginning of their realm, set in the Ring of Isengard at the southern feet of the Misty Mountains. It was latterly held by Saruman. Notes
See also...Beregond, Carnimírië, Dol Baran, Fangorn Forest, Gate of Isengard, Gwaihir, Horsebreeders, Horsemaster, Isengard, Key of Orthanc, Lord of Isengard, Man of Skill, Mount Fang, Orthanc-rock, Orthanc-stone, [See the full list...] Indexes: About this entry:
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