Tolkien's Were Worms Explored - What Are These Mysterious Creatures, How They Fit In Tolkien's Lore?
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139Tolkien’s stories are full of myth and legend, and fantastical imagination. But what if some of his creatures weren’t entirely fictional? In The Hobbit, Bilbo mentions the Were-worms, creatures that live far off in the ‘Last Desert.’ It’s a single line, easy to overlook. Yet, for decades, fans have wondered: where did Tolkien draw his inspiration? Could these monstrous beings have roots in real-world legends? Could the legendary Mongolian Death Worm be the key to unlocking this mystery? Let’s find out!