Balrog

Balrog is a powerful and fearsome creature from J.R.R. Tolkien's fictional universe, particularly "The Lord of the Rings." It is a demonic being once a Maia (a divine spirit) corrupted by darkness, taking the form of a towering, shadowy figure wielding a fiery whip and often depicted with fiery, winged features. Balrogs embody chaos and destruction, representing the evil forces resisting good. They are ancient, formidable, and instill fear due to their immense strength and fiery presence, making them significant antagonists in Tolkien's mythos.