What does Theoden say to Gandalf?

Theoden says to Gandalf: You have ever been a herald of woe. Troubles follow you like crows, and ever the oftener the worse … Here you come again!

What is the power of Gandalf?

Magic
Gandalf/Powers

Telepathy: Gandalf can read people’s minds in an attempt to access their memories. He can even control people’s minds and make them complete tasks against their own will, like he once did with Gimli. Fire: Enhanced by Narya, Gandalf can produce a magical flame of varying colors.

What did Gandalf want Theoden?

Théoden had been released by the Wizard Gandalf from the influence of Gríma Wormtongue, his malevolent adviser and Saruman’s spy. He then set out to the Fords of Isen, where his marshal Erkenbrand was fighting Saruman’s forces. Gandalf advised him to take refuge in the Hornburg fortress of Helm’s Deep.

What does Théoden say to Wormtongue?

‘ ‘Do you hear this, Wormtongue?’ said Théoden. ‘This is your choice: to ride with me to war, and let us see in battle whether you are true; or to go now, whither you will.

What is Gandalf’s name?

Elf-friend
Istar (Wizard)Ring-bearerServant of the Secret FireWielder of the Flame of Anor
Gandalf/Title

What does Gandalf mean when he says I have no memory of this place?

He expresses frustration at not knowing how to open the doors of Durin (a simple riddle) and at forgetting the layout of Moria (though it’s true he never entered through Durin’s doors, only left). He completely misses realizing that the One Ring is what it is until decades later.

What does Gandalf symbolize?

In Return of The King we get to see the story of Gollum and how he was once a human/hobbit, and how he came to be in possession of the ring. We see him with his friend/brother and his brother/friend finds the ring.

Did Théoden make right choice?

When Théoden made the decision to go to Helm’s Deep the fellowship made it clear that they thought it was a bad idea and Théoden should fight Saruman head on. Obviously he made the right decision and would have been obliterated head on.

Why does Theodon call Gandalf a Stormcrow?

Theodon thinks that Gandalf only appears when there will be trouble. Since a stormcrow is a harbinger of the “coming storm” or conflict, Theodon names him Gandalf Stormcrow.

Why is Gandalf called the omen of death?

The Celts believed the crow was a bringer of omen and death. Since the Rohirrim were portrayed with many of the cultural traditions (Celtic Knot weavings, etc) of the Celts, it would be appropriate to say he was saying Gandalf was the Omen of the Storm of Death that was coming Theoden’s way.

What was Gandalf’s purpose in life?

Gandalf purpose was to guide and fight against the forces of Evil (Sauron), so most men only really saw him whenever there was war and battle. For them, he was like a Stormcrow. If you saw Gandalf, it meant there would soon be war. Of course, it was the opposite way around.

What did Elrond say to Gandalf about the ring?

Elrond later privately told Gandalf he had a foreboding that the Ring would be found, and that the war to end the Age was coming. Indeed, Elrond added, he feared that it would end in darkness and despair. Gandalf encouraged him, saying there were many “strange chances,” and that, “help oft shall come from the hands of the weak”.