Hogwarts wizards who signed in to Middle-earth

"More importantly, the staff is also very demanding to make." Gandalf pointed to the sapphire inlaid on the top of the staff. "The core of the staff is that magic gem, but magic gems are very rare. I also obtained it from an elf friend so that I could make my own staff."

"Staves are not as universal as your wand, which is why I say your wand is a genius creation! Because it allows those who do not have strong magical powers to cast spells."

After hearing what Gandalf said, Dui suddenly realized that he had never expected that his wand-making craftsmanship had such great value in Gandalf's eyes.

However, Dui was also very attracted to the magic staff. Although using the magic staff consumed a lot of magic power and mental strength, the power it exerted was not comparable to that of the magic wand. More importantly, the magic staff could influence and mobilize the magical elements in the surrounding environment to produce a large-scale magical effect.

It can be said that the magic wand and the magic staff go in two different directions. The magic staff is broad and large, pursuing the powerful power of magic; the magic wand is fine and detailed, pursuing the ultimate change of magic.

Dewi is an adult and wants both.

Chapter 34 Invitation

Just when Dui was attracted by the staff.

Gandalf made the first request, "Dui'er, please agree to my request and make a wand for me."

Dui was a little surprised and asked in confusion: "Gandalf, you already have a staff, why do you need a magic wand?"

"A wizard always has to have two plans, right?" Gandalf winked at Dee mischievously. "If I lose my wand someday, I'll always be safer with another wand."

"Of course, as a reward in exchange, I will also help you make a staff of your own. How about it?"

That would be great! Dui thought loudly.

Dui agreed without hesitation, after all, he was at a disadvantage compared to the others. Compared to the simpler wand, the staff required a very precious magic gem as its core.

So Gandalf also prepared Dui mentally in advance, "Magic gems are hard to find. Most of them are collected by ancient elves or dwarf royal families. So I'm afraid I won't be able to make a staff for you in the short term. I hope you can understand."

Dewi certainly had no objection. "I know it's not easy to make a staff, and I'm not in a hurry to own one for now. So Gandalf, please don't worry too much about me. Just let it be."

In the following time, Gandalf told Bilbo and Dewi about the various scenery and culture he had seen in Middle-earth, including the beautiful Rivendell, the mysterious Golden Forest of Lórien, the deep Mirkwood, the dangerous Misty Mountains, as well as the elves, dwarves, humans and so on.

Bilbo and Dewi were fascinated by Gandalf's vivid description. It seemed as if they had seen the scenery with their own eyes.

But unlike Bilbo, Dewy was thinking about what he would gain by signing in at these places.

Seeing Bilbo and Dewi's longing expressions, Gandalf's eyes flashed with a smile, and then he made another invitation.

"Dui'ir, Bilbo, I've returned this time not only to deliver King Thrain II's relics to his son, but also to organize a team to go to Lonely Mountain to investigate the dragon Smaug. I'd like to invite you to join us on this adventure!"

"Adventure? No, I won't take risks!" Bilbo instantly retreated, shaking his head in defiance. "Adventure is not for a hobbit like me. Gandalf, you should find someone else. I just want to stay in Bag End and enjoy a peaceful life every day."

Gandalf didn't give up and continued to persuade him, "Bilbo, put aside your resistance and think about what you really think. Aren't you curious about the outside world? Whenever you read those adventure books, have you ever thought about experiencing it yourself? Don't forget that you have the adventurous blood of the Took family running through your veins. Your ancestors had legendary adventures. Don't you want to inherit their spirit?"

Bilbo was a little moved by what he said. He felt his blood boiling and a surge of courage to take risks in his heart.

Dewi, who was standing by, seemed to sense something as well, and his eyes inadvertently swept over Gandalf's hand.

Although he couldn't see anything, he guessed that Gandalf had just used the power of the Fire Ring Naya.

According to his limited understanding, this elven ring not only has the ability to control the fire element, but also has the ability to inspire people's courage. It is a very precious and powerful artifact.

In order to rule Middle-earth, the Dark Lord Sauron transformed himself into Annatar, the "Lord of Gifts", and deceived the elves with his beautiful appearance and superb casting technology. He guided them to forge the Rings of Power, seven for the Dwarves and nine for humans, and secretly injected them with dark corrosive power.

Then he secretly forged the One Ring in Mount Doom to control the other rings of power.

But when he didn't know, the Elf craftsman Celebrimbor used the knowledge taught by Sauron to forge the Three Rings of the Elven on his own: Nanya, the Ring of Water, Weya, the Ring of Air, and Naya, the Ring of Fire.

Finally, they fell into the hands of Galadriel, the wife of Lord Lórien of the Golden Forest, Elrond, the lord of Rivendell in Rivendell, and Gandalf.

Because the Three Rings of the Elves were not forged by Sauron, they were not contaminated by his dark power.

However, because the casting technology of the ring came from the devil Sauron, it was inherently controlled by the One Ring. Without knowing what influence Sauron had on the ring, the owners of the three elven rings restrained the use of the power of the ring to avoid attracting Sauron's attention.

But even so, the Three Rings of the Elves can be called artifacts.

Galadriel, the owner of the Ring of Water, used its power to erect a magical barrier for the Golden Forest of Lórien, making Lórien spring-like all year round and protecting Lórien from the invasion of dark forces from the outside world.

Elrond, the owner of the Ring of Air, used its power to build Rivendell, the last refuge of the elves, and became the best healer in Middle-earth.

As for Gandalf, it goes without saying that he used the Ring of Fire, Naya, to inspire the courage of the people of Middle-earth to fight against the darkness, and guided and defeated the Dark Lord Sauron and his minions.

If these rings didn't have owners, and if the owners weren't very powerful, Dui couldn't help but be tempted.

If he had the chance, he would like to see the Three Rings of the Elves.

Having said that, Naya, the Ring of Fire, can indeed inspire courage.

But when it met Bilbo, who was able to hold the One Ring for decades without being corroded, the power of the Ring of Fire was greatly reduced.

Bilbo's desire for peace finally overcame the courage that had been aroused in his heart. He shook his head and said in rejection, "That adventurous experience was during the time of my great-great-great-great-uncle. It was a long time ago. I am just an ordinary Baggins now, living a peaceful life and have no interest in adventure!"

Gandalf was a little surprised to see that Bilbo was not affected by the power of the Ring of Fire. Seeing Bilbo's resistance, he temporarily gave up persuading him and turned to look at Dewi.

"Dui'er, what do you think? Are you willing to join the adventuring team?"

Dewi didn't expect to be invited so easily. Although he was happy, he didn't agree immediately. Instead, he asked, "Gandalf, you invited me to join the team. What do you want me to do?"

Seeing that Dewi was interested, Gandalf explained earnestly, "This expedition will take us through many dangerous areas. I would like to ask you to protect the team and ensure their safe arrival at the Lonely Mountain while I am away."

"While you were away? Gandalf, weren't you going to follow the team?" Dui looked at Gandalf in surprise.

Gandalf shook his head, his expression becoming somewhat serious. "I stayed in the Misty Mountains for a few months when I came back this time. I found that the number of orcs there suddenly increased dramatically, and they were in good order. It was obvious that a new king had been born. There were also rumors of frequent necromancer activities in the area around Dol Guldur. I suspect that a powerful evil force is secretly growing and is controlling all this."

"To prevent the orcs and the dragon of Lonely Mountain from joining forces and posing a greater threat, I plan to organize an expedition to Lonely Mountain to investigate the dragon's whereabouts. After organizing the team, I may need to investigate the situation in the Misty Mountains and Dol Guldur. I will need your protection then."

After hearing Gandalf's words, Dewi's expression became serious. "Okay, I'm willing to join the team!"

Gandalf smiled when he heard this, "Welcome to the Lonely Mountain Expedition!"

Chapter 35 Thorin Oakenshield

On the road west of the Shire.

Due and Gandalf were sitting in a carriage pulled by the pony Derpy, leisurely heading west.

Their trip was to the Blue Mountains.

After the evil dragon Smaug occupied the Lonely Mountain, Thorin Oakenshield led the dwarf refugees from the Lonely Mountain to settle in the Blue Mountains.

Gandalf needs to deliver the relic entrusted to him by King Thráin II to Thorin Oakenshield who lives in the Blue Mountains.

As for Due, he came with Gandalf, ostensibly to meet the heir of Durin's dwarf clan, but actually to check in at the Blue Mountains.

"Gandalf, there are only two of us in the expedition team now. Are you sure you can convince Thorin Oakenshield to go to Lonely Mountain?" Dui asked Gandalf, while using the petrification spell to fix two pots of mandrakes that were shaking uncomfortably and wanted to drill out of the soil to prevent them from coming out to cause trouble.

Gandalf puffed on his pipe and smiled confidently, "I'm quite confident in my eloquence. Besides, the Lonely Mountain is the homeland of the Dwarves of Durin. They've been occupied by the dragon for so many years. I believe they'll be willing to take back their home after being displaced for so long."

After saying this, he looked at the two mandrakes petrified by Dui and shook his head with some sympathy. "Poor creatures, why did you bring them here? Wouldn't it be better to leave them in the greenhouse and let Bilbo take care of them?"

Dewi looked at him speechlessly. "I dare not leave the mandrake to Bilbo's care, or I'm afraid I'll find his corpse when I come back!"

The mandrake would mature at any moment, and the sound it would make would be enough to kill him. Even he had to be careful with it, let alone give it to Bilbo.

The Blue Mountains where Thorin Oakenshield is located are not far away to the west of the Shire. Gandalf and Duey walked for a week and arrived at the foot of the Blue Mountains.

After the evil dragon Smaug occupied the Lonely Mountain, the dwarves of Durin were forced to flee, moving from place to place, and finally settled in the Blue Mountains.

There used to be two Dwarf city-states in the Blue Mountains, Belegost and Nogrod, but they gradually declined and became deserted, leaving behind many mines and tunnels deep into the mountains. The exiled Dwarves of Durin lived in these mines and tunnels, and formed a small town in front of the caves.

Duey came to the dwarf settlement of Durin with Gandalf.

This was the first time he had seen a dwarf.

He looked at everything around him and felt very curious.

The dwarves were only slightly taller than the hobbits, and came only to Dewy's waist.

However, unlike the Hobbits, the dwarves have rough looks, big shoulders and strong waists, and their faces are covered with beards. Even the female dwarves have beards.

Dui was amazed by what he saw. If he couldn't tell the difference by their clothes, he wouldn't even be able to tell the gender of the dwarves.

The dwarves also looked at the two tall strangers, Due and Gandalf, with curiosity.

Gandalf didn't mind the gazes of his surroundings at all, and even greeted the surrounding dwarves in a friendly manner.

"We are looking for Thorin, Thorin Oakenshield. Can you tell me where he is now?"

Gandalf asked a dwarf.

The dwarf looked at Gandalf and Duee strangely, then pointed behind him.

"He's in the blacksmith shop at the very back. If you want to find him, go there."

After thanking the dwarf, Gandalf took Dewi to the blacksmith shop.

Come to the blacksmith shop,

The furnace here is burning brightly, and the scorching heat emanates from the iron shop.

A dwarf in leather, with bare arms,

He was holding a hammer and hammering on a piece of red-hot iron, sparks flying everywhere.

He had long black hair and a long beard, and was short in stature, but his muscles were exceptionally well-developed. The heavy hammer looked like a piece of cake in his hands, and he could easily hammer the iron block into shape.

Gandalf raised his hand in greeting:

"Thorin Oakenshield, son of Thráin, grandson of Thor, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gandalf, Gandalf the Grey."

He pointed at Dui again.

"This is Duyle who is traveling with me, the black-robed wizard Duyle."

Thorin pretended not to hear and continued to work on the iron.

Gandalf didn't mind and began to look around the blacksmith shop. He pulled a heavy sword from the shelf, held it in his hand and felt it carefully. He commented, "The weapon forging craftsmanship of the dwarves is indeed superb, even compared with the elves."

"Humph!"

Hearing the elf, Thorin, who was forging iron, snorted coldly.

There was disdain and contempt in his tone.

He raised his head and looked at Gandalf and Due with cold and suspicious eyes.

"What do you want from me?"

Gandalf got straight to the point.

"Thorin Oakenshield, as the heir to the throne of the Dwarves of Durin, are you willing to shoulder the responsibilities of an heir, reclaim your lost homeland, and reclaim the Lonely Mountain?"

Thorin was not aroused by this, and gave Gandalf a cold look and sneered.