The surviving Dwarves fled, and the city became known as ("The Black Chasm") as Orcs and evil creatures moved in. 3. The Quest of the Fellowship (January 3019)
: Built during the Second Age to facilitate trade with the Elves of Eregion. It is famous for its Elven-made doors visible only by moonlight and opening to the password "Mellon" (friend).
They successfully reclaimed their ancestral home and restored it to its former glory. 💡 Quick Facts for Lore Enthusiasts Khazad-dГ»m
The city is a vast, multi-tiered underground metropolis spanning the width of the Misty Mountains.
The Fellowship of the Ring was forced to travel through Moria after being turned back by snow at the Pass of Caradhras. The surviving Dwarves fled, and the city became
: "Khazad-dûm" is Khuzdul (the secret Dwarvish language) for "Mansion of the Khazâd (Dwarves)" .
: A legendary staircase running from the deepest dungeons to the peak of Celebdil (Silvertine), where Durin's Tower stood. ⏳ Major Historical Eras 1. The Golden Age (Years of the Trees – Second Age) Founded by Durin I after he discovered the Mirrormere. Prospered through trade with the Noldorin Elves of Eregion. It is famous for its Elven-made doors visible
Gandalf the Grey battled the Balrog on the Bridge of Khazad-dûm, leading to the destruction of the bridge and the fall of both combatants. 4. The Fourth Age (Reclamation)