Théodred
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Théodred (T.A. 2978-3019) is a fictional character in The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien. He was the only son and heir of King Théoden of Rohan.
His mother, Elfhild, died in childbirth. Théodred grew up together with his cousin Éomer. After Théodred was slain in the First Battle of the Fords of Isen, Éomer became heir to the throne of Rohan.Little else is known about Théodred, except that he loved Éomer like a brother, and the only person he loved more than Éomer was his father, Théoden.
Théodred's name is probably taken from the Anglo-Saxon words "þeod" ("folk", "people", "nation") and "ræd" ("counsel").
Portrayal in adaptations
In Peter Jackson's , the death of Théodred is an event early in The Two Towers, whereas, in the book, it has already happened by the time the focus comes to Rohan. In the film, he is not killed immediately, and Éomer manages to find Théodred among the dead after a battle. Théodred later succumbs to his wounds, though it is hinted that Gríma Wormtongue aided in his death. Also, Theodred is portrayed as a young man of 20-25 years old, whereas he is older than Éomer and Éowyn in the book.
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