Carn Dûm was the capital of Angmar. Established on the very western end of the Mountains of Angmar, it was inhabited by the Witch-king of Angmar and his many servants: Men of Darkness, Orcs, and other fell creatures. From here he based his attacks on the three petty realms of Arnor, quickly managing to destroy Rhudaur and weaken Cardolan.
Arthedain fell in the Fall of Fornost in Third Age 1974, but the Witch-king was routed by Glorfindel in 1975 and abandoned Carn Dûm. However Orcs continued to live there...
Special Features:
- Main vegetation: mountains
- Special units: Trolls
- Capability to gather local troops when under siege (only AI) |