Hurin
Hurin is a fictional character from J.R.R. Tolkien’s unpublished legendarium, specifically from the early drafts of *The Book of Lost Tales* (1914–1920). He is a central figure in the story "The Fall of Gondolin," which explores the downfall of the hidden Elven city of Gondolin during the First Age of Middle-earth.
Hurin is the son of Huor, a Doriathrin Elf-lord, and his human wife, Rían. His name means
Hurin’s story is deeply intertwined with the fate of Gondolin. After his release, he becomes a key
Hurin’s character embodies the resilience and moral fortitude of the Elves and Men of Middle-earth, even in