Balrog Balrogs (/ ˈbælrɒɡ / ⓘ) are a species of powerful demonic monsters in J. R. R. Tolkien 's Middle-earth. One first appeared in print in his high-fantasy novel The Lord of the Rings, …

"Balrog" was the name of a masked Spaniard who made his debut as the second boss in the original Japanese version of Street Fighter II. However, when the game was localized in the …

Aug 1, 2025 · The Balrog is the most powerful magical power available to both Mordor and Isengard faction, and is faced as a boss in the Good Campaign. Visual appearance follows the …

Jul 25, 2022 · What is a Balrog? History, powers, and famous Balrogs throughout history, plus a look at the one Gandalf faced in The Lord of the Rings.

Oct 7, 2024 · Prime Video's The Rings of Power has brought back the Balrog of The Lord of the Rings, an ancient creature with a dark history that predates the creation of Midde-earth.

What Did A Balrog Look Like? A Balrog possibly was of man-shape, although much larger. It had a mane that could be wreathed in flame and it could surround itself with darkness. The best …

Sep 14, 2024 · Following the War of Wrath, one Balrog escaped and hid itself deep in the roots of the Misty Mountains.

Gothmog was the primary Lord of Balrogs during the First Age, and the greatest Balrog ever to walk Middle-earth. He was High-captain of Angband, being Morgoth 's front-line lieutenant as …

Apr 30, 2024 · Tolkien's language leaves some room for speculation. The first quote seems to describe a Balrog covered in shadow that appears winglike, and is later 'spread.' However, the …

A Balrog features in King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard 's 2017 album Murder of the Universe (2017) as a giant reanimated monster. Songwriter Stu Mackenzie explained: "It might not be …