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In Tolkien’s mythology, Huan is no ordinary dog; he is a divine hunting hound gifted to the Elves by Oromë, one of the Valar. In this context, Valar are mighty spiritual beings, and their ‘animals’ are not mere creatures but spirits incarnated in physical forms. Understanding Huan as a mere canine diminishes not only his significance but also the narrative's theatrical stakes.
Tolkien intricately weaves the attributes of his characters, as exemplified by Thorondor, the king of the Eagles, who is also a divine being capable of confronting dragons, surpassing them through spiritual prowess rather than mere physicality. Such examples are pivotal in understanding the supernatural elements at play in these tales.