Welcome to the epic fantasy that started it all! Join the epic struggle of good versus evil in the greatest fantasy universe ever imagined. Master wondrous magic and defeat fell beasts as your heroes face the dark might of the Shadow and its servants. Prepare to enter Middle-earth, the realm that introduced fantasy to generations of fans the world over. The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying Game brings the epic adventure of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved trilogy and the acclaimed hit movie to players and fans everywhere. Now you and your friends can enter Middle-earth and take on the roles of any character or hero you can imagine, from a reluctant hobbit like Frodo to a powerful wizard like Gandalf. Everything you need to play is contained in this book. Your stories are waiting to be told... The Lord of the Rings Roleplaying Game includes: * Character creation that is nearly limitless in scope, including six archetypes to get you started quickly * The complete Coda System rules, allowing for quick, flexible, and cinematic gameplay * An innovative magic system that captures the subtle nature of power in Middle-earth * Detailed guidelines for creating and telling your own stories set in Middle-earth, including tips for creating truly epic fantasy stories linked into extended chronicles.