Balin — The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Character Profile

About Balin

An elder dwarf and Thorin's trusted advisor, known for his wisdom and combat experience.

Balin — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Other

Abilities

Lore knowledge, Axe combat, Diplomacy, Leadership

• Strength: 7/10
• Intelligence: 8/10
• Charisma: 7/10
• Morality: 8/10
• Influence: 6/10

Affiliations

• Thorin and Company
• Tolkien's legendarium

Quick Facts about Balin

Occupation

diarist

Balin's Known Relations

• Dwalin — Sibling
• Fundin — Father
• Thorin and Company — Member of

Balin appears in 2 titles

• The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)
• The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

Ken Stott

Appears in

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• Balin — Professional Trusted Advisor — Thorin Oakenshield (Richard Armitage)

  Balin serves as an experienced counselor within Thorin's group.

  The plot identifies Balin as part of Thorin's company and the character profile describes him as Thorin's trusted advisor.

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