The War of the Rohirrim

THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM OFFICIAL VISUAL COMPANION

9780008713010, HB, £16.99, Available now

This exclusive Visual Companion is the ultimate introduction to every character, creature and location you will encounter in this epic adventure from the official Lord of the Rings saga.

Set 183 years before the events chronicled in the original trilogy of films, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim tells the fate of the House of Helm Hammerhand, the legendary King of Rohan.

A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever and ruthless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm and his people to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg—a mighty fortress that will later come to be known as Helm’s Deep. Finding herself in an increasingly desperate situation, Héra, the daughter of Helm, must summon the will to lead the resistance against a deadly enemy intent on their total destruction.

With a cast of exciting and original characters, and a mix of locations both familiar and new, this dramatic new standalone story weaves another thread in the grand tapestry of Middle-earth.

Lavishly illustrated with breathtaking art and imagery, The War of the Rohirrim: Official Visual Companion is the ultimate introduction to every character, creature and location you will encounter in this epic adventure from the official Lord of the Rings saga.

THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM OFFICIAL COLOURING BOOK

9780008713034, TPB, £10.99, Available now

Experience the valiant spirit of Rohan’s warriors defending their homeland against the forces of darkness as you colour these breathtaking scenes featuring all the characters, creatures and landscapes from the new Lord of the Rings movie.

Return to Middle-earth and begin a brand-new colouring adventure, from the splendour of the Golden Hall atop Edoras, to the breathtaking landscapes of Rohan, and ancient fortress of the Hornburg.

As well as dramatic scenes from this exciting new instalment in the Lord of the Rings movie saga, you can colour all of its heroes and villains, including Rohan’s legendary king, Helm Hammerhand, his intrepid daughter, Héra, and her brothers Haleth and Háma, Lord Freca and his son, Wulf, the warlike Southrons and iconic creatures such as the monstrous mûmakil and the savage snow-troll.

THE ART OF THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM

9780008713041, HB, £40, 27 Feb 2025

A comprehensive, large-format hardcover offering unparalleled insight into the making of The War of the Rohirrim, and the complete creative journey from concept to finished film told by the artists and filmmakers themselves.

Written and compiled by Daniel Falconer, conceptual artist at the Academy Award-winning design studio, Wētā Workshop, this indispensable book chronicles the stunning conception and design of the world of Middle-earth in Kenji Kamiyama’s The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim.

With more than 1,000 never-before-seen sketches, drawings, character studies and environment designs, this beautiful full-colour volume follows the journey of ideas, from initial concepts through beautifully finished designs to scenes from the film itself.

The wealth of art is accompanied by insightful commentary from the artists and filmmakers, including director Kenji Kamiyama, producer Philippa Boyens, and the writers and producers, all of whom reveal the complete story behind the film.

Armed with a wealth of fascinating facts and unique imagery, The Art of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is the ultimate insider’s guide to this groundbreaking addition to the Lord of the Rings film-making saga.

THE WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM MOVIE

We are so excited for The War of the Rohirrim to be out in theaters in multiple territories! This anime fantasy film is set 250 years before the events of The Lord of the Rings, and covers the events of Helm Hammerhand and the history behind the founding of Helm’s Deep. Scroll down to view the official WB trailer and a list of release dates by country.