Chapter 8.2: From Imladris to Mithlond
Toben nods at Windfang. "Normally I wouldn't disagree with you, but we're still left in the lurch with our missing Direling friend, Harrow. We were promised a certain item for our troubles, and now he is nowhere to be seen. While we may not be empty handed, we can't head back without all the we came here for."
As the rest chatter amongst themselves, he secures his staff and peers east. At the mention of the creature, he adds "If I'm not mistaken, that creature was what the Gonnhirrim called Durin's Bane. Perhaps more casually known as a Balrog. It's a bit unbelievable, but this mist is strong enough to tame that sort of beast."