While Morgoth, the first Dark Lord, was defeated and cast into the Void at the end of the First Age, it is prophesied that he will ultimately be slain by Túrin Turambar in the Last Battle. This final confrontation represents a pivotal moment in the destiny of Arda.
The Prophecy of Morgoth's End
According to ancient prophecies within the lore, Morgoth will not remain imprisoned forever. He is foretold to return and engage in a climactic conflict known as the Last Battle (often referred to as the Dagor Dagorath in deeper lore). In this ultimate struggle against the Valar and their allies, his final defeat will come at the hands of a mortal Man.
Túrin Turambar: The Foretold Slayer
Túrin Turambar is the designated slayer of Morgoth in this final eschatological event. His role is deeply significant:
- Avenger of Men: Túrin's act of slaying Morgoth is prophesied to be an ultimate act of vengeance, not just for the personal suffering he endured due to Morgoth's curse, but for all the members of the race of Men who suffered under the Dark Lord's tyranny.
- The Cursed Man: Túrin was known throughout his life as a figure under a profound curse brought upon him by Morgoth. His destiny to finally defeat the source of his torment provides a powerful narrative arc of redemption and ultimate triumph over evil.
This prophesied confrontation underscores the long-term thematic struggle between good and evil in the wider mythological narrative, culminating in a definitive end to Morgoth's influence on the world.
