Guest: Armour of Glaurung's Scale by Gerbag

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Glaurung was the first of the ancient dragons bred by Dark Lord Morgoth. Most scholars and keepers of the old texts know that this treacherous walking evil (known also as "The Worm of Morgoth" or "The Deceiver") was slain by Túrin Turambar. But not many know that the dragon already nearly breathed for the last time many years before that, by the hand of dwarven king Azaghâl of Belegost. Azaghâl led the dwarves of Ered Luin into the Battle of the Unnumbered Tears and was slain by Glaurung. In his last moments, Azaghâl managed to strike the worm into his belly and made him flee along with his army.

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This is how and when dwarves of Ered Luin obtained a few Glaurung's scales as trophies, which they carefully preserved ever since as the memory of their King dying honourably facing the terrible beast. Armour with just one of these scales has unspeakable value. Gerbag, the brave guardian of Whitywindle, has proven worthy of wearing it for his deeds against the Dark Forces, slaying the mighty Draigoch being just one of many.

Gerbag is already a stable contributor of this blog and I am so grateful for him, as he truly has an eye for distinguishable dwarven outfits. I am jealous of the wonderful helmet which I've never seen before and Gerbag also admits he wears it because it's very rare and not anyone can get their hands on it. 

However, he was kind to provide an alternative which also works well for this outfit and is much more easily acquirable. 

Chest: Chestplate of the Indomitable Protector, forest green dye (Level 75 guardian epic set)
Legs: Leggings of the Keen Blade, forest green dye (Level 75 guardian purple set)
Head (rare): Westernesse Winged Helm of Vigour, forest green dye (Rare world drop)
Head (easy): Scowling Helm, forest green dye (Skirmish heavy armour barter)
Shoulders: Pauldrons of the Indomitable Protector, forest green dye (Level 75 guardian epic set)
Hands: Gauntlets of the Indomitable Protector, Rivendell green dye (Level 75 guardian epic set)
Feet: Sabbatons of the Keen Blade, forest green dye (Level 75 guardian purple set)
Back: Dwarf-make Prostpector's Pack, Rivendell green dye (Yule festival - dwarf gift box)

Guest: Gerbag of Whitywindle

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Gerbag is one tough dwarf. He manages his time perfectly - after handling some business with Uruk-hai and other handsome guys, Gerbag has still time to play around with his outfits and come up with new dangerously looking armour. This one bears Draigoch's mark and is a clear sign of this guardian's dominance over any foe, no matter how dangerous.

Chest: Chestplate of Indomitable Protector, white dye (Level 75 guardian epic set)
Legs: Lesser Ward of The West Leggings, white dye (Ost Dunhoth level 65 guardian epic set)
Head: Workers Helm, white dye (Quest: Opening the Waterways)
Shoulders: Lesser Blade of the West Shoulder Guards, white dye (Ost Dunhoth level 65 guardian epic set)
Hands: Gauntlets of Indomitable Protector, white dye (Level 75 guardian epic set)
Feet: Lesser Blade of The West Boots, white dye (Ost Dunhoth level 65 guardian epic set)

Guest: Gerbag of Whitywindle

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In every fellowship there must be one light bearer, who brings hope even into the darkest places. When the one all of group's lives rely on is also the hope-bringer, the courage to face the evilest of evils is twice as strong. Fear not, if you have Gerbag on your side, because then you can feel perfectly safe.

Chest: Chestplate of Indomitable Protector, Evendim blue dye (Level 75 guardian epic set)
Legs: Lesser Defender of The West Leggings, Evendim blue dye (Ost Dunhoth level 65 warden epic set)
Head: Scowling Helm, Evendim blue dye (Skirmish classic barter - Halls of Night)
Shoulders: Lesser Blade of the West Shoulder Guards, Evendim blue dye (Ost Dunhoth level 65 champion epic set)
Hands: Gauntlets of Indomitable Protector, white dye (Level 75 guardian epic set)
Feet: Weathered Leather Scout's Boots, Evendim blue dye (Dunland quest)

Guest: Gerbag of Whitywindle

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Do you remember Gerbag's King of the Mountain outfit? For me, it's one of the most original and fitting roleplaying outfits I have ever seen. Now, Gerbag decided to share its updated version with us after including Rise of Isengard items. Behold, the King of the Mountain returned!

Chest: Scout's Weathered Leather Jacket, crimson dye (Dunland quest)
Legs: Dwarf Steel Leggings, washed (T4 crafted)
Head: Helm Of Rallying, gold dye (world drop)
Shoulders: Strong Defender's Shoulder Guards, washed (T3 crafted)
Hands: Heavy Plated Dunlending Gauntlets, umber dye (Dunland quest)
Feet: Weathered Leather Scout's Boots, umber dye (Dunland quest)
Back: Cloak of Silver Star, gold dye (store)

Guest: Gerbag of Whitywindle

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Gerbag continues to show us how a proper dwarf should look like (outfit 1, 2, 3). This is his ceremonial armour, worn for special occasions.

The world is grey, the mountains old,
The forge's fire is ashen-cold;
No harp is wrung, no hammer falls:
The darkness dwells in Durin's halls;
The shadow lies upon his tomb
In Moria, in Khazad-dûm.
But still the sunken stars appear
In dark and windless Mirrormere;
There lies his crown in water deep,
Till Durin wakes again from sleep.

Song of Durin's Awakening

 

Chest: Hauberk of the Rugged Clansman, Evendim blue dye (skirmish barter)
Legs: Legs of Stalwart, Evendim blue dye (skirmish barter - Halls of Night classic)
Head: High-protector's Helm, default dye (Helegrod guardian level 50 teal set)
Shoulders: Dwarf Leather Shoulder Guards, Evendim blue dye (medium armoursmith)
Hands: Cloth Gloves, Evendim blue dye (light armoursmith)
Feet: Dwarf Steel Shoes, washed (heavy armoursmith)
Back: Ceremonial Artisan's Cloak, Evendim blue dye (store)

Guest: Gerbag of Whitywindle

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Gerbag is already a famous dwarven fashionista (outfit 1, 2). His third outfit provides no disappointment. In this gleaming armour he truly shines as the King of the Mountain.

Chest: Smith-klath, gold dye (world drop)
Legs: Dwarf Steel Leggings, washed (T4 crafted)
Head: Helm Of Rallying, gold dye (world drop)
Shoulders: Strong Defender's Shoulder Guards, washed (T3 crafted)
Hands: Westernesse Steel Gauntlets Of Might, washed (world drop)
Feet: Barrow-warrior's Boots, gold dye (Great Barrow level 25 set)
Back: Cloak of Silver Star, gold dye (store)

Guest: Gerbag of Whitywindle

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We have already seen Gerbag's exquisite battle outfit. But even a guardian who is always ready for battle needs a noble, ceremonial outfit which he can use on special occasions, but also join battle wearing it anytime. This royal chain serves its purpose. Not to mention the dwarven ladies who faint on sight of him when he comes home for a visit ;)

Chest: Hauberk Of Mirrormere, indigo dye (store)
Hands: Gauntlets Of Sun-Lands, indigo dye (world drop)
Feet: Gangalengi, washed (drop from Carn Dum)
Back: Cloak of the Steadfast, navy dye (Esteldin reputation barter)

Guest: Gerbag of Whitywindle

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The world is grey, the mountains old,
The forge's fire is ashen-cold
No harp is wrung, no hammer falls
The darkness dwells in Durin's halls

Baruk Khazad! Khazad ai menu!

J.R.R. Tolkien: Song of Durin's Awakening

Chest: Chainmail Breastplate, washed (outfitter vendor)
Legs: Highwayman Leggings, umber dye (drop from Dushkâl and Gríshakrum in Urugarth)
Head: Worker's Helmet, washed (Quest: Opening the Waterways)
Shoulders: Shining Shoulder Guards, washed (world drop)
Hands: Reinforced Westernesse Steel Gauntlets Of Might, washed (drop from Barad Gúlaran)
Feet: Dwarf Leather Boots, washed (outfitter vendor)