Shut its gates to the outside world during the War of the Elves and Sauron to protect its citizens. 2. The Fall and Abandonment (Third Age 1980–1981)
They successfully reclaimed their ancestral home and restored it to its former glory. 💡 Quick Facts for Lore Enthusiasts Khazad-dГ»m
Centuries after the War of the Ring, led the Dwarves back to Khazad-dûm. Shut its gates to the outside world during
Khazad-dûm was founded in the remote past by beneath the Misty Mountains. For thousands of years, it served as the thriving capital of the Longbeards (Durin's Folk) and the wealthiest city in Middle-earth, primarily due to its exclusive access to Mithril (True-silver). 🗺️ Key Geographical Areas 💡 Quick Facts for Lore Enthusiasts Centuries after
Dwarves mining deep for Mithril accidentally awoke a (a demon of the ancient world). The Balrog slew King Durin VI and his son Náin I.