by Jeff Woleslagle on Jun 12, 2006
The Shire: Peaceful Haven of the Hobbits
The Shire, pastoral home to the Hobbits of Middle-earth, will undoubtedly be an important zone in Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar. Shayalyn takes a moment to explore the Shire, from the Far Downs to the Brandywine Bridge and beyond.
The Hobbits live a simple life in their rural homeland, which is how they prefer it. Essentially the Hobbits live as farmers, tradesman, and laborers, although a few are well enough off not to have to work at all. There are some poor folk, but their poverty is not extreme. In general, the Shire is agricultural, home to lands that produce mushrooms and pipe-weed. There has not been war in the Shire since the Battle of the Greenfields long ago, and Northfarthing is now better known for its hunting and beer than Goblins and Wolves.
Discover the Shire at LotRO - Ten Ton Hammer.