The Istari (Wizards) and Their Roles

Question 1

Gandalf — give his Maia identity and his principal sphere of activity.

Accepted Answer

Olórin — counsel and guidance to the Free Peoples

Question 2

Saruman — give his Maia identity and his principal sphere of activity.

Accepted Answer

Curumo (Curunír) — craftsmanship, lore and leadership (technology and making)

Question 3

Radagast — give his Maia identity and his principal sphere of activity.

Accepted Answer

Aiwendil — care of animals, birds and plants

Question 4

Alatar — give his Maia identity (if specified) and his principal sphere or mission.

Accepted Answer

Maia identity not specified in early canon (later named Alatar/Morinehtar) — mission in the East to oppose Sauron

Question 5

Pallando — give his Maia identity (if specified) and his principal sphere or mission.

Accepted Answer

Maia identity not specified in early canon (later named Pallando/Rómestámo) — mission in the East to oppose Sauron

Question 6

What was the stated overall purpose of the Istari when they were sent to Middle-earth?

Accepted Answer

To counsel, advise and rally the Free Peoples against Sauron (to contest and restrain him)

Question 7

Which Vala(s) are specifically associated with Gandalf (Olórin) in Tolkien's writings?

Accepted Answer

Olórin is associated with Manwë and Nienna

Question 8

Which Vala is Saruman (Curumo) explicitly said to have served or been associated with?

Accepted Answer

Aulë

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