The Battle of the Five Armies

The Battle of the Five Armies is a conflict from J.R.R. Tolkien’s "The Hobbit," where various groups clash over treasure: dwarves, elves, men, goblins, and giant wolves. The dwarves and their allies fight against goblins and wargs (evil wolves) who threaten their mountain home. The battle erupts when greed, pride, and alliances collide, leading to significant losses. Eventually, the dwarves and their allies unite to defeat the goblins and wargs, but the conflict results in casualties and shifts in power, highlighting themes of bravery, consequence, and the cost of greed.