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  • Essay / Examples of Aragorn being an epic hero - 771

    This eases Boromir's mind before his death. Once again, Aragorn displays hero characteristics by knowing what to say to a fallen soldier. After that, only Aragorn, Legolas and Gimli remain. Gimli thinks the stock market has failed. Aragorn says, "Not if we remain loyal to each other... Let's hunt an orc!" (The Fellowship of the Ring [video recording]). A hero like Aragorn never loses hope. Instead, he always looks toward a positive future that also boosts the morale of his companions. Aragorn, Legolas and Gimli later arrive in Edoras, a city ruled by Théoden in Rohan. It is here that an important task is given to Aragorn. Since Théoden wants his people to be safe, he decides to take them to Helms Deep for safety. Gandalf, before his departure in search of the riders of Rohan, tells Aragorn that "We will need you before the end, Aragorn. The people of Rohan will need you." (The Fellowship of the Ring [video recording]). Aragorn recognizes him knowing that he has a duty to protect Rohan. He knows it won't be easy, even if he doesn't lose hope. As leader, Aragorn takes the