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After the defeat of Sauron, Khazad-dûm experienced a renaissance when Durin VII, believed to be the reincarnation of the ancient king, led an expedition to reclaim the abandoned realm. The Dwarves returned to Khazad-dûm, breathing life back into the silent halls, marking the beginning of a new chapter.
In parallel, Erebor, the Lonely Mountain, founded by Thorin Oakenshield and his kin, rose to prominence as a prominent Dwarven realm, rich with treasures akin to those of Khazad-dûm. By establishing fruitful alliances and embracing their industrious spirit, the Dwarves resumed their rightful place in Middle-earth, becoming a symbol of resilience and determination.