A wise wizard who guides Frodo and the Fellowship. He warns of the Ring's danger, escapes Saruman's corruption, and joins the quest to Mordor. After falling into an abyss while fighting a Balrog, he returns reborn. He later aids the forces of Rohan and helps defeat Saruman's army at Helm's Deep.
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.
Gandalf influences Bilbo's decision to surrender the Ring.
Gandalf advises Bilbo to leave the Ring for Frodo, and Bilbo follows his guidance before departing for Rivendell.
They share leadership and continue the mission after Gandalf's return.
Aragorn joins Gandalf and the other companions in the Fellowship, and later reunites with Gandalf in Fangorn Forest.
Merry's journey remains connected to Gandalf through the Fellowship and its aftermath.
Merry travels with Gandalf in the Fellowship and later reunites with him in Fangorn Forest after Gandalf's return.
Gandalf remains a major guide in Pippin's changing journey.
Pippin travels with Gandalf in the Fellowship and later encounters him again in Fangorn Forest.
Gandalf helps place Boromir within the larger questing group.
Boromir joins the Fellowship that Gandalf helps organize at Rivendell.
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