The Silmarillion

by

J.R.R. Tolkien

Amrod Character Analysis

Amrod and his twin brother Amras are the youngest sons of Fëanor. He and Amras both swear the Oath of Fëanor and frequently shelter their brothers during the war against Melkor. They’re both killed during the Third Kinslaying when they attack the remnants of Doriath at the Havens of Sirion.
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Amrod Character Timeline in The Silmarillion

The timeline below shows where the character Amrod appears in The Silmarillion. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Chapter 5. Of Eldamar and the Princes of the Eldalië
Myth and Memory Theme Icon
...and steadfast, and Finarfin, wise and fair. Fëanor’s sons are Maedhros, Maglor, Celegorm, Caranthir, Curufin, Amrod, and Amras. Fingolfin’s children are Fingon, the future king of the Noldor, Turgon, the future... (full context)
Chapter 24. Of the Voyage of Eärendil and the War of Wrath
Pride and Arrogance Theme Icon
Greed, Jealousy, and Obsession Theme Icon
Inevitable Loss Theme Icon
...the exiles of Gondolin and Doriath. Círdan and Gil-galad arrive too late to help them. Amrod and Amras are killed in the battle, and Elwing throws herself into the sea with... (full context)