The First War of the North

### Combatants

The Elves of the Islands under Glorfindel, and The Orcish Kingdom of Angmar, under Urukgoth.

### Notable battles

First Battle, Battles on Tol Morwen, Battle of Himling

### Effect

Angmar's disappearance and continuation of peace.

## Prerequisite Events

The First War of the North took place during a quiet time in DOME's history. Several kingdoms had been firmly established, and a watchful peace had endured for a long time. Two of the oldest kingdoms existing were The High Elven Islands, and the Iron Home of Angmar. The Islands were ruled by King Glorfindel, and the Orcs of Angmar led by Urukgoth, The Iron Commander.

The Kingdom of Gundabad had just returned in great strength, and the Elven King believed it was time to destroy Sauron's stronghold in the North. He declared war on Angmar, and the First War of the North began. Little did the Elven King expect the great hoarded beneath the Misty Mountains' darkest reaches to crawl out from their deep chasms and wage war along with Angmar however.

## Battles

The First Battle was a big let down to the High Elves. Their forces were new to war, and disorganized. They charged into Angmar and attacked a fort in an Angmarrean region known as Malenhad. The Elves struggled and were eventually slaughtered, as Gundabad fell on their rear flanks. This was where the great uruks of Gundabad began to strike fear into the hearts of Good, devastating the wholly strong Noldor, and players such as Durburz\_, Gurlakdar, b3ngaan and MageProtocol stuck out as the scariest. The discouraged Elves returned to their homelands.

Emboldened by their first victory, Angmar and Gundabad decided to move against the Islands. Now with fear firmly placed in the hearts of the Elves, the strong ally of Gundabad prepared alongside the Iron Home. They attacked to fortress city situated in Tol Morwen. The Orcs of the North broke through the gate, and defeated the defending soldiers in a bloody battle. The final two elves engaged in a bow fight with MageProtocol outside Tol Morwen, and while bested at first, the uruk closed the distance butchered them both in close range, thus creating the second victory for The Orcish Realm.

The Elves of the Islands were greatly distraught at this point. With two stunning losses, they bided their time and licked their wounds, waiting for the ideal time to strike again. The confident Orcs of Angmar attempted another attack, and The Iron Commander Urukgoth assailed Captain Harenyor, who defended the city of Tol Morwen. Harenyor successfully defended the city, and the Orcs were driven back, giving the Elves their first victory. This was to be the turning point in the war. It is notable that the hordes of Gundabad had laid dormant for a while now, not taking part in the war as much.

King Glorfindel, encouraged by his kingdom's first victory, eventually led an attack with their allies upon the unfinished fortress of Carn Dûm as an advantage. The battle was short and decisive, the High Elves had won their second victory.

Angered by his sudden losses, the Iron Commander rallied his forces and struck at the High Elven capital at Himling. The Elves and their allies defended the walls, and Angmar was defeated.

**NOTE:** Some of the banners during this siege were not disabled. Because of this, the siege was paused and the banners disabled. Since there were no deaths, and the walls of Himling completely ladder proof, staff ruled the siege legal, as no rules had been broken.

## Outcome

The war was reaching a climax, with only two more victories needed for the Elves to win. However, no more battles were fought. The Hoards of Angmar had seemingly vanished, along with their leader. This brought peace to the land once again.