Éowyn's Transformation

From a despairing shieldmaiden to a healer and queen, Éowyn finds her true path.

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The Caged Shieldmaiden

The Caged Shieldmaiden The Role of Women in Rohan Éowyn is expected to be a lady, but she longs for battle and glory. She feels trapped in the role of caretaker. The Unrequited Love for Aragorn Éowyn falls in love with Aragorn, but he cannot return her feelings. This adds to her despair. The Decision to Disguise When the Rohirrim ride to war, Éowyn disguises herself as a man named Dernhelm to join them. She is determined to seek death or glory.

The Battle with the Witch-king

The Battle with the Witch-king The Confrontation On the Pelennor, Éowyn confronts the Witch-king. She reveals herself as a woman and fulfills the prophecy that he would not be killed by a man. The Wounding Éowyn is wounded in the battle, but she kills the Witch-king with Merry's help. She falls into a deathlike state. The Healing Aragorn heals her in the Houses of Healing. She recovers and begins to see a new purpose in life.

The New Life

The New Life The Love of Faramir Éowyn meets Faramir in the Houses of Healing. They fall in love and become engaged. Faramir offers her a life of peace and purpose. The Marriage and Role Éowyn marries Faramir and becomes the Lady of Ithilien. She chooses to become a healer and gardener, embracing life. The Legacy Éowyn is remembered as a symbol of courage and transformation. She finds happiness in the Fourth Age.

Before the War of the Ring

March 15, T.A. 3019

After the War, T.A. 3019–3020