The Turmoil of Rohan: Helm's Reign

This chapter examines the tumultuous reign of King Helm Hammerhand of Rohan and his fierce confrontations with the Dunlendings. It details the dire circumstances surrounding Helm's family during the catastrophic Long Winter, leading to his eventual transformation into a ghostly figure of vengeance. The narrative culminates in the rise of Freolath as the new king and foreshadows the impending chaos introduced by Saruman's manipulative presence in Isengard.