In Tolkiens writings, Numenor was created as a reward to men by the Valar for their part in the War of the Silmarills. The first king was the son of Earendil, a mortal, and Elwing, an Elf, and brother to Elrond. Who was he?
- Elros
- Elendil
- El Cid
- Elfin
Answer
The correct answer is A) Elros.
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