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2014

The Hobbit

Bain, son of Bard the Bowman, plays a supporting role in J.R.R. Tolkien's *The Hobbit*. He is introduced as a young boy during the dragon Smaug's attack on Lake-town.

Bain assists his father, Bard, by providing him with the Black Arrow, which ultimately allows Bard to slay Smaug. This act is crucial to the survival of Lake-town and the defeat of the dragon.

After the Battle of Five Armies, with Bard focused on rebuilding Dale, it is implied that Bain helps to carry on the family duties and legacy. Although his role is relatively minor in the book, his assistance to Bard is vital to the narrative.

While *The Hobbit* doesn't extensively detail his future, Tolkien's appendices suggest Bain eventually succeeds Bard as the Lord of Dale. He is later succeeded by his own son Brand. He represents a continuation of the family lineage and contributes to the restoration and prosperity of Dale following Smaug's destruction.