In The Lord of the Rings Online™, join the world’s greatest fellowship of players in the faithful online re-creation of J. R. R. Tolkien’s legendary Middle-earth. From the crumbling, shadowed ruins of Weathertop to the ageless, golden wood of Lothlórien, immerse yourself in Middle-earth as you have never seen it before. Visit the peaceful, verdant fields of the Shire, brave the dark depths of the Mines of Moria, and raise a pint at the Prancing Pony in Bree!Key Features: Explore the Massive World of Middle-earth: Immerse yourself in the award-winning recreation of the beloved fantasy world of J.R.R. Tolkien through renowned locations including the Shire, the Mines of Moria, and Lothlórien. Create & Advance Your Hero: Advance to level 140 with thousands of character customization possibilities. 7 races, 11 classes, 10 professions, 7 vocations, plus over 1,000 titles, skills and traits Solo & Co-op Skirmishes: Dive into instant adventure alongside friends or customizable AI soldiers in exciting, scalable battles! Legendary Items: Design and customize your own legendary weapons of immense power like Bilbo’s Sting or Gandalf’s Glamdring! Play as a Monster: Fight as a servant of Sauron against other players in intense PvMP Combat! Craft Your Own Gear: Farm crops in the fertile fields of the Shire or let your hammer ring in the Dwarven halls Ered Luin. Free Online Play: No monthly fees required.