Races
There are several races to choose from inside of Lord of the Rings Online, each with distinct advantages and disadvantages. Certain races are better at different classes, but overall Race is an option of preference as well. Take a look at our races overview and individual overviews to learn more about each of the LOTRO races.
Races Overview
- By Lotro Edge
- Published 05/22/2007
- Races
- Unrated
There are four distinct races to choose from when selecting your Lord
of the Rings: Shadows of Angmar online character. Each offers different
things, like passive abilities and certain character classes are only available to specific races within the game...
Dwarf Race Overview
- By Lotro Edge
- Published 05/22/2007
- Races
- Unrated
The stout Dwarves of Middle-earth are known for their steadfast determination, hearty strength, and commitment to all things found in the world's deep places...
Hobbit Race Overview
- By Lotro Edge
- Published 05/22/2007
- Races
- Unrated
There are few recorded deeds of Hobbits until late in the Third Age of
Middle-earth, which is just the way Hobbits would prefer it. They are
simple, quiet folks, preferring to dwell in hillside holes in and
around the area known as The Shire in western Eriador...
Elf Race Overview
- By Lotro Edge
- Published 05/22/2007
- Races
- Unrated
Throughout the ages, the deeds and struggles of the noble race of Elves
have been entwined with the very history of Middle-earth...
Man Race Overview
- By Lotro Edge
- Published 05/22/2007
- Races
- Unrated
The shortest-lived of the races
of Middle-earth, yet also the race destined to rule in the years beyond
the Third Age, the race of Men is defined by their relatively short
life span...
