Hounds
Hounds were dogs bred for hunting.
Hounds were among the favorite animals of Oromë. The greatest of all hounds in the histories of Middle-earth was Huan the Hound of Valinor, one of the Hounds of Oromë, who defeated Sauron in single combat.
Other names
Portrayal in adaptations
1982-97: Middle-earth Role Playing:
The Hound most often refers to "the fierce wolfhound (S. 'huadraug')", used by Men or Hobbits, and sometimes found in the wild. In the Elder Days, the Hounds were used by noble Men to hunt Morgoth's wargs and werewolves.
1995-8: Middle-earth Collectible Card Game:
"Wild Hounds", portrayed attacking an orc, is a Resource Faction. "Hounds of Sauron" is a Resource Event, which can be played against hero companies. And the "Noble Hound" is Resource Ally, playable by Hero companies.
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