nenuials: Itaril ( s. sparkle brilliance ) » former captain of the Woodland Realm, mother of Tauri
nenuials: Itaril ( s. sparkle brilliance ) » former captain of the Woodland Realm, mother of Tauriel Hest Itaril Gilorneth, silvan of Eryn Galen, former captain of the guards was an elleth of great valor and battle skill. She was married to Urúvion Elendel, personal guard of the King and together they had a daughter. The two were killed in an orc ambush, leaving Tauriel orphaned. Itaril was a dutiful captain, expert in the use of daggers and renowned for the use of hwerme ( elvish sign language ) when planning intricate organized attacks. She died defending her daughter. Sometimes Tauriel can see her running through the forest, even if it is nothing more than a faded memory. -- source link