Bilbo is a 50-year-old hobbit living a quiet, respectable life in the Shire. He enjoys food, comfort, and predictability, initially refusing the idea of participating in a perilous quest. Despite his reluctance, he possesses latent courage, cleverness, and a strong sense of loyalty that surfaces when his friends face danger.

Thorin is the proud and stubborn leader of the thirteen dwarves. He is the heir to the kingdom under the Lonely Mountain, driven by a deep sense of duty to reclaim his ancestral home from a formidable dragon. He carries the heavy burden of his family's lost legacy and vast treasure.

A mysterious and powerful wizard known for his wandering ways and spectacular fireworks. He guides the dwarves' expedition, often appearing and disappearing when least expected. He possesses deep wisdom, foresight, and a protective nature toward his chosen companions.

A vast, red-golden dragon who laid waste to the Lonely Mountain and surrounding lands years ago. He is highly intelligent, exceedingly vain, and deeply suspicious. He spends his days resting on the stolen dwarf treasure, knowing every single piece of his hoard.

A small, slimy creature with large, protruding eyes who lives in complete darkness. He is entirely consumed by his obsession with a magical ring he calls his "precious." He sustains himself on blind fish and occasionally unwary goblins.

The ancient and noble master of Rivendell. He is an elf warrior and lore-master who provides sanctuary, supplies, and crucial information to the weary travelers before they cross the Misty Mountains.

A massive, solitary skin-changer who can take the form of either a huge black bear or a strong, black-haired man. He lives harmoniously with giant animals and holds little love for uninvited guests, though his hatred for goblins makes him a valuable ally.

A grim and capable man from Esgaroth. He is a skilled archer who possesses a special black arrow passed down through his family line. He takes a leadership role when disaster strikes his town.

The ruler of the wood elves in Mirkwood. He is protective of his territory and distrustful of strangers, particularly dwarves, leading him to imprison Thorin's company when they refuse to explain their presence in his forest.

One of the oldest dwarves in the company. He frequently serves as a lookout for the group and develops a genuinely warm relationship with the expedition's hobbit burglar.

The fattest and clumsiest of the dwarven company. He frequently complains about the hardships of travel and often causes trouble for the group through accidents, such as falling into an enchanted river.

One of the youngest dwarves in the company. He has sharp eyes and often acts as a forward scout for the group alongside his brother.

Along with Fili, he is one of the youngest dwarves. He shares scouting duties and is physically capable, though sometimes lacks the caution of the older dwarves.

A rugged dwarf who kicks off the unexpected party. He is a fierce fighter and a staunch loyalist to the dwarven cause of reclaiming the mountain.

The politician who runs Lake-town. He is pragmatic, bureaucratic, and highly concerned with trade and wealth. He initially doubts the dwarves' identities but happily capitalizes on their legendary status when it suits him.

The large, cruel leader of the goblins in the Misty Mountains. He holds a specific hatred for dwarven nobility and the ancient elven swords they carry.

The proud leader of the giant birds in the Misty Mountains. He possesses keen eyesight and a noble bearing, swooping down to carry weary travelers away from burning trees.

A dwarven ruler from the Iron Hills. He leads a force of five hundred heavily armed warriors to the Lonely Mountain to reinforce a family claim against gathering armies.

One of the three large, vulgar trolls who capture the traveling company. He spends most of his time arguing with his companions over how to cook their captives before the sun rises.

The leader of the goblin hordes from the North. He marches on the mountain seeking vengeance for the death of his father and to claim unguarded treasure.