Flame of Udun

A dark power rises from the bowels of the earth Breathing fire and brimstone A battle which takes place deep in the earth Results in a magical transformation There are numerous trials which take place in Middle Earth The world of men, dwarves, hobbits and elves Must be protected One of the Istari must overcome The treachery of the head of the order Gain the title of White Wizard for himself The Flame of Udun - A balrog is the supreme test Borne away by eagles Gandalf the Grey becomes Gandalf the White Durin's Bane defeated clearing a path for the greater challenge The conquest of a lidless Red Eye Evil Incarnate