The Ring-bearer who inherits the One Ring from Bilbo. After learning its dangerous history from Gandalf, Frodo embarks on a quest to destroy it in Mordor. He leads the Fellowship, survives a Ringwraith attack, and ultimately chooses to continue the journey alone with Sam after Boromir's death, capturing Gollum for guidance.
Boromir is initially one of Frodo's appointed companions.
Boromir joins Frodo's Fellowship at Rivendell and travels with the group before the separation.
Gandalf acts as Frodo's guide and warns him about the quest.
Gandalf explains the Ring's history and danger to Frodo, prompting Frodo to leave the Shire with it.
Bilbo is Frodo's older relative and transfers responsibility for the Ring to him.
The plot identifies Frodo as Bilbo's nephew. Bilbo leaves the One Ring to Frodo during his birthday celebration.
Sam remains Frodo's most loyal companion after the Fellowship breaks.
Sam accompanies Frodo from the Shire and insists on continuing with him when Frodo decides to travel alone.
Merry supports Frodo as both a relative and a member of the traveling group.
Merry is identified as one of Frodo's cousins and joins him on the journey from the Shire.
Pippin is Frodo's younger cousin and an early traveling companion.
Pippin is identified as one of Frodo's cousins and travels with him after Frodo leaves home.
Aragorn protects and guides Frodo during the dangerous journey to Rivendell.
Aragorn leads the hobbits from Bree to Rivendell after their escape from the Ringwraiths.
Frodo and Gollum are connected by competing claims to the Ring.
Gollum stalks Frodo and Sam to reclaim the Ring, but they capture him and spare him in exchange for guidance.
Legolas supports Frodo as an armed member of the Fellowship.
Legolas joins Frodo's Fellowship at Rivendell and travels with it through Moria and Lothlórien.
Gimli protects the Ring-bearer's mission as part of the Fellowship.
Gimli joins Frodo's Fellowship at Rivendell and continues with the group through Moria and Lothlórien.
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