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Finally, Erkenbrand is another character omitted from the film adaptations. In the Two Towers, he is distinguished as the lord of the Westfold and plays a crucial role during the battle at the Hornburg. Following the death of Théodred, Erkenbrand takes command of the forces of Rohan and fights valiantly, yet he finds no place in Jackson's films where his story is merged with Éomer’s.
Erkenbrand's omission exemplifies the necessity of simplifying complex storylines. While the adaptations focus on main characters and their arcs, significant contributions from characters like Erkenbrand become casualties of the streamlined narrative.