Narchost meant "Bitter-biting Fortress" in the Elvish language of ... mentioned in the novel version of The Lord of the Rings. Gondor's occupation of the Black Gate did not last forever.

Within Gondor, the city of Minas Ithil was besieged and captured by the nine Ringwraiths, who transformed it into the terrible fortress of Minas Morgul. A few years later, at the Battle of the ...

How realistic are the famous battles scenes from 'Lord of the Rings'? Warfare experts break down what's realistic and what's pure fantasy.