The Wargs and the Wild

The Hobbit

The Wargs, evil wolves allied with the goblins, pose a constant threat to the company, especially in the episode of the burning trees.

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The First HowlThe First Howl
The Wolf Pack The Attack After the landslide, the company is surrounded by Wargs. They climb trees to escape. The Siege The Wargs circle the trees, howling. They are waiting for the goblins to arrive. The Danger The Wargs are fierce and intelligent. They are a formidable enemy, allied with the goblins.
The Fire and the EaglesThe Fire and the Eagles
The Climax The Burning Trees The goblins set the trees on fire, hoping to roast the company. The Wargs wait below. The Rescue The eagles arrive and carry the company to safety. The Wargs are scattered. The Aftermath The Wargs are defeated for now, but they remain a threat in the wild.
The Wargs in the BattleThe Wargs in the Battle
The Wolf Riders The Goblin Army The Wargs serve as mounts for goblins. They are part of the goblin army. The Battle In the battle, the Wargs are killed by the allies. Beorn especially wreaks havoc among them. The End After the battle, the Wargs vanish from the region. The threat is eliminated.
After escaping the Misty Mountains, in the forest
Immediately after the Wargs' arrival
During the Battle of Five Armies