Durin's Bane: The Last Balrog

Dive into the legendary tale of Durin’s Bane, the fearsome Balrog that escaped the destruction of Morgoth at the end of the First Age. For over 5,000 years, this fiery demon lay hidden deep beneath Khazad-dûm, until the Dwarves of King Durin VI dug too deep and unleashed its wrath. Known as Durin's Bane, the Balrog terrorized the halls of Moria for centuries, until Gandalf the Grey faced the creature during the Fellowship’s perilous journey.

Watch as Gandalf and the Balrog clash in an epic battle that shakes the very foundations of Middle-earth. From the shattering of the Bridge of Khazad-dûm to the final showdown atop Zirakzigil, witness this unforgettable fight between light and shadow, culminating in Gandalf's ultimate victory.

At the end of the First Age, when the Valar crushed Morgoth, most of his dark forces were destroyed. But one Balrog, a fiery demon of immense power, escaped into the depths of the Misty Mountains. For over five thousand years, it lay dormant beneath Khazad-dûm, hidden in the darkness, until the Dwarves of King Durin VI dug too deep and awakened the beast. Known as Durin's Bane, the Balrog unleashed fury, slaying Durin and driving the Dwarves from their ancient halls. For centuries, the Balrog ruled Moria, a lurking menace in the shadowy depths. But in the Third Age, during the Fellowship's desperate journey, Gandalf the Grey came face-to-face with the fiery creature. Their clash was legendary—Gandalf shattered the Bridge of Khazad-dûm, sending them both plummeting into the abyss. For eight days, they battled in the deepest pits, until their final duel on the peak of Zirakzigil, where Gandalf triumphed, casting the Balrog to its doom.