Character

Grishnákh

A cunning Orc captain from Mordor who joined the pursuit of the hobbits.

Tolkien’s textsSupported by the narratives published in Tolkien’s lifetime.

Race & kind: Orcs, Goblins & Uruk-hai
Allegiance: Mordor
Gender: Male

Overview

Grishnákh represents the fractious, self-serving side of Orcish nature, scheming for the Ring on Sauron’s behalf.

OrcsMordor

Sources

The Lord of the Rings · 1954–55
Three volumes: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers, The Return of the King.

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Uglúk

Uglúk

Leader of Saruman's Uruk-hai band that captured Merry and Pippin.