IsengardIsengard. Fortress constructed to guard the Gap of Rohan at the south end of the Misty Mountains. Eventually home to Saruman the White. He was head of the order of wizards. Sadly he became influenced by the evil Sauron through the palantir, a crystal ball which allowed viewing of far off places and events. By perverting what Saruman saw through the palantir, Sauron turned him from the side of good. In his mighty tower of Orthanc, Saruman still had enough free will to plot to seize the great ring of power for himself. He created a super orc, known as Uruk-hai which did not fear sunlight and were tough warriors. In creating his huge army, Saruman had his Orc slaves chopping down the ancient forest of Fangorn to feed his furnaces. This angered the Ents so much, that they attacked and destroyed Isengard. But before this occurred, the Uruk-hai army surged over Rohan, burning and attacking every settlement in their path. |
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Above. Uruk-hai bow. Not the best archers in Middle Earth, but pack a punch in close combat. Painted by Tim Jenkins. |
Above. Rear view of the bow armed Urk-hai shows the subtle shading on the leather skirt that gives a realistic look to the model. |
Above. Another Uruk-hai bow by Tim Jenkins. The face hidden by the helmet lends it a sinister air. |
Above. Although these Uruk-hai models are only browns and silver, the careful use of different shades makes the model surprisingly interesting. |
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Above. Everyone's favourite Uruk-hai; Lurtz. Painted by Peter Jenkins. |
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Above. A fearsome sight when they are advancing to attack. Painted by Peter Jenkins. |
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Above. Uruk-hai warrior with shield. Painted by Peter Jenkins. |
Above. Another view of the warrior. |
Above. Peter has done a good job with the rust on the shield.. |
Above. A good view of the rusty shield. |
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Above. Check out the vicious teeth on this one. Painted by Peter Jenkins. |
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Above. Isengard Uruk-hai have captured Merry and Pippin. They mistakenly believe that one of them has what Saruman is after. Painted by Jeremy Shannon. |
Above. The strength of the Uruk-hai means they are little troubled by carrying the Hobbits for mile after mile. Painted by Jeremy Shannon. |
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Above. Uruk-hai captain with a souvenir of another combat victory. Painted by Jeremy Shannon. |
Above. Sharku, the warg rider captain, stands atop another Rohan vicim. Painted by Jeremy Shannon. |
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Above. Orcs with fire arrows defend Isengard. Very useful against wooden creatures like Ents. Converted and painted by John Shaw. |
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Above. Lurtz and Uruk-hai, including some armed with the greatly feared crossbow. Painted by Paul Bertram. |
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Above. Uruk-hai with supporting pike are formidable. |
