The Fall of Gondolin

Main Characters and Their Development

• Tuor - the main character, a man sent to Gondolin by the Vala Ulmo. His journey and arrival in Gondolin play a key role in the city's fate. Tuor becomes an important figure in Gondolin and marries Idril, the daughter of King Turgon.
• Turgon - the king of Gondolin, a wise and powerful elf who rules the hidden city. He accepts Tuor and trusts him despite warnings of impending danger.
• Idril - Turgon's daughter, an Elven princess who marries Tuor. She foresees danger and builds a secret escape route from the city.
• Maeglin - Turgon's nephew, who betrays Gondolin out of jealousy and love for Idril. His betrayal leads to the city's downfall.
• Glorfindel - a noble elf who fights a Balrog during the fall of Gondolin and sacrifices himself to save others.