Ingwion

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The main part of this article relates to a version of Middle-earth's history that is considered canon by many Tolkien fans (see: Middle-earth canon); it may contradict parts of The Silmarillion or other texts. This subject's portrayal in other versions is discussed in the concept and creation section.
Character from Tolkien's Legendarium
Name Ingwion
Titles Prince of the Vanyar, Prince of The Eldar
Race Elves
Culture Vanyar
Date of birth  ?
Date of death  ?
Realm Eldamar
Book(s) The Silmarillion

In the fictional universe of J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, Ingwion is the son of Ingwë, the leader of the first Kindred of Elves called the Vanyar. He is also the cousin of Indis, wife of Finwë. His name means "Son of Ingwë (first one, Chief)" in Quenya. He lives in Taniquetil with his father. He led the armed Host of the Vanyar in the Faring Forth and the War of Wrath that overthrew Morgoth at the end of the First Age. Ingwion was captain of the force that landed and captured the haven of Eglorest in the first battle of that war.