Darkfellow

Darkfellow is a term that appears in the context of J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, notably in the poem "The Lay of Leithian" as published in The Silmarillion. It is used as an epithet for a specific character, Morgoth Bauglir, the first Dark Lord. The term itself is a compound of "dark" and "fellow," suggesting a malevolent or sinister companion or associate.

In the narrative, Darkfellow is presented as a powerful and ancient evil being who wields great power and instigates much of the conflict in the First Age of Middle-earth. The epithet emphasizes his nature as a source of darkness and a formidable adversary. While not a distinct character separate from Morgoth, the use of "Darkfellow" serves to characterize him and highlight his role as a primary antagonist. The specific nuances of the term contribute to the somber and epic tone of Tolkien's mythology. Its usage is relatively infrequent within the broader corpus of Tolkien's writings, but it remains a significant descriptor within the specific context of "The Lay of Leithian."