Frodo's devoted gardener and loyal companion. He joins the initial journey with Pippin and Merry. When the Fellowship breaks, Sam refuses to leave Frodo's side, capturing the captured Gollum and following him to Mount Doom despite Gollum's growing treachery.
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.
Sam distrusts Gollum while using him as a reluctant guide.
Sam helps capture Gollum, who is spared in return for guiding Frodo and Sam toward Mount Doom.
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