Social:Kinships of Imladris

Imladris

• The Ancient Alliance - A lifespan rank 10 kinship led by Fathertyme.

• Annao I Valar "Gift of the Gods". We are a growing Kin made of close Offline friends. Our Kin house is located at 2 Waterbank Rd. Raingil, Falathlorn. We welcome just about anyone. As we are College Students, we are most active during breaks. Summer is our Prime time. For More info Contact Dinturion or Aldahir

• Black Hand - A break off of the Men of Bree, founded by Arcangelo and led by Goldenbeard, it is in the form of a constitutional monarchy, with Goldenbeard leading state and government. The Black Hand is a casual-social kinship, instead of a raid kinship. Former masters of the Men of Bree are members of the kinship, helping keep stability in and drama out. We value friendship, fun, loyalty, honesty, generosity and kindness most in this kinship. We are lifespan rank 9, and are welcoming anyone willing to agree to our morals. Our official kinship colors are black, violet, and gold. Our kinship house is located at 5 Harrow Street, Grassvale, in the Shire Homsteads. Contact Goldenbeard for more details.

• Black Riders

• The Blade Reforged (No longer active)

• Blood and Honor - A new kinship that welcomes all players of all races. We are extremely helpful and go out of our way for players both in and out of our kinship. Our kin leader is Vorthal. Our officers include Hexxa, Mafredman, and Presnui. Please feel free to contact any or all of these players in game for more information. Enjoy your time in Middle-Earth!

• Bonds That Last

• Bounder Society

• Bulldogs Few

• The Carbon Blade

• Champions of Eriador - A life span rank of 7 with a focus on friendly fellowship/raid and role playing. we are an all race kin with lots of friendly players to talk to. if you would like to know more visit the website https://championsoferiador.guildlaunch.com/ we hope to hear from you all

• Children of Arda - A life span rank 10 kinship with a focus on role-playing, crafting, and friendship. We are a friendly kin that welcomes characters of all races, classes and levels. While our main theme is role-playing, we also strongly believe in having fun playing a game among friends, so our rules are few and we do not expect people to be on constantly or attend all events. CoA also hosts a custom 'Arda chat', similar to World chat but only for trusted RPers on Imladris to allow them to hang out OOC and have fun, or to find new people with whom to RP. More information can be found on the Children of Arda kinship website. If you are interested in learning more about this kinship, please contact kinleader Vollstag, or officers Cheyennelynne, Fannir, Grannie, Melloncolle, Valarda, or Zhie.

• Children of Eru

• El Concilio Gris - A Spanish-speaking kinship.

• The Cottage of Lost Play A roleplay kinship that focuses on characters who are supposed to be children or teenagers. Contact kinleader Eleru if interested in joining.

• Council of Elders ~~ Rank 10 Kinship ~ Over 21 ~ 222 toons on roster ~ 25 active members ( for more click name here or go to kin forum site at coe.lotrosites.net)

• Council of Elrond

• The Crafter's Croft Roleplay kinship that exists as a means for crafters to share knowledge and experience.

• Crownless

• Cuim en Galad

• Darkwood Marauders - A lifespan 9 kinship with strong bonds to help one another and enjoy all that Middle Earth has to offer. We prefer to remain small, though we welcome those who get to know us and enjoy our company. We enjoy all aspects of the game - jesting, crafting, fighting, and laughter.

• Deadly Riot - A lifespan rank 8 kinship with a main focus of PVMP and end-game PVE to facilitate PVMP. Leader is Apache.

• The Defenders for Freedom - It's a kinship with NO Drama so far. We love to help you improve what ever your doing in the game. So far Were a small kin but we would love for you to join. BUT only if you don't start Drama or be me to the other kin mates....that's all we ask of you. :) If your on the server called "Imladris" Give "Ooger" IM's and then your in an awesome kin ever!!! :) Hope you enjoyed reading this and hope you will want to join in the future or even after reading this.....Good Luck on playing on this sever and "Happy Hunting".

• Defenders of the Lost Shield - We are a family friendly, laid back level 7 kin. We are looking for mature and friendly players of all classes and levels. Our goal is to have a good kin community where we can all have fun questing, chatting, and helping each other out. Please check us out at thelostshield.guildportal.com to apply.

• Dejavuu

• Die Deutschen Kommen - German-speaking kinship

• The Digital Mafia

• Disbanded - Very new kin, recruiting members of all levels. If interested, send a tell to Ladriel, Krysiel, or Melenko.

• Draug Hrogn - A rank 10 kinship, currently lead by Celorin, focusing on player development and enjoying the gaming experience.

• Dude where's my goat

• Elkhelm's Court - Roleplay kinship that offers roleplay quests (either in the form of an rp log, or fanfiction) at the Elkhelm's Court kin site. This kinship holds the entirety of the Harpole neighborhood in the Breeland Homesteads, a dedicated roleplay neighborhood.

• Elrond's Aid

• Eriadoran Alliance - The Eriadoran Alliance of Trade and War is a mixed-race kinship designed for level 1 to 25 players who enjoy both questing and crafting, though it is not necessary for members to engage in both to be a member. The kinship is designed for players who enjoy playing with others, and supporting the goals of others, as well as their own, while participating in LOTRO. Mission statement: The mission of the Eriadoran Alliance of Trade and War is to promote the enjoyment of LOTRO by joining like-minded players together for gaming fun, in a friendly environment. The Kinship is intended for players that wish to pursue crafting as well as questing, are eager to help newer players and each other succeed, and play in a manner cooperatively and helpful to others in their fellowship. Contact Flippin or Farlo, in-game for more info.

• Eored- A rank 10 kinship leaded by Maelas, we have 2 years online and we are almost 1500, would you be the next member of Eored?. If you want to join send a tell to Maelas or to one of our members. Visit our website eored.webs.com

• Fairytail Guild (No longer active)

• The Fallen Angels – Rank 10 kinship, active 3 years. We are a casual, laid back & humorous kinship. We are looking for players of all levels and game experience. We do have a Kin website, FB page & Twitter. We help each other out, and have an in house policy of ‘pay it forward’. We enjoy having an overall fun game experience. We always want feedback from our kin on new ideas or suggestions; if we all work together we can have a real blast. If you’re not having fun, then we are not having fun. We want you to enjoy playing, like we do! Please go to www.thefallenangel.guildlaunch.com or send a PM or IM in game to: Angelstar, Hovenweep, Diara, Joeth or Allandrel.

• Fellowship of Spyro - An active, medium-sized lifespan rank 10 kin that welcomes all ages, races, classes and levels. We are helpful, friendly and laid-back, and involved in most aspects of the game. We are especially helpful with crafting and grouping for skirmishes, instances and raids. We have a kin house in Bree-land Homesteads. We also have our own Ventrilo server. Ask our leader Heirnomor or any kin member, or visit our website for details on joining our ever-increasing family of friends.

• Fianna

• The Foes of Morgoth - A RP kinship Founded by Thafled Brockhouse and Ecthillost Ravenholt. The kin is a collection of Free People of Middle-earth who want to fight against the Shadow of Morgoth or his Lieutenant Sauron . The Foes of Morgoth are Currently looking accross Eriador, for more Free Peoples of Middle-Earth to join their Ranks. Voluntarily Assistant Chiefs include Lothethreth, Vulcillica, and Ecthilost Ravenholt as well with the Chief Thafled Brockhouse if interested message on of them in Game and hope to battle against Morgoth with you.

• Forbidden Few - A lifespan rank 10 kinship that focuses on team playing and helping others. Forbidden Few is one of the largest active kinships on the server. We are a free kin with no obligation to join and no issues if you leave. We have many older and mature players with many high and low levels and accept all races of Middle-Earth. Raids and instances are regularly going through the days for players of all levels and classes. If you would like to know more about us, please visit the Forbidden Few web

• Forged by Fury

• Forgotten

• ForestFighter - A German-speaking kinship for all ages, races, classes and levels. We are very friendly and focus on group activity.

• Friends of the Nine - An RP kinship dedicated to serving the forces of the Enemy through any means necessary.

• Galad's Allegiance

• Gemeinschaft des Rings - A German-speaking kinship.

• The God Slayers - We only accept the best. Rigorous training course.

• The Grimm

• Guardians of Laurina O're

• The Guard Of The Citadel - A Friendly, casual, Roleplaying Kinship Devoted to immersion, both their own and that of other players.
  Members of Guard of the Citadel take up the roles of Minas Tirith's elite, sent from the city out into the world in search of adventure, resources, allies, or folly. Each soldier may have a different mission, given unto him in Denethor's slowly maddening state. Even so, two things unite them: Loyalty to their kingdom and devotion to the free peoples of Middle Earth. https://www.gotclotr.webs.com/

• Guild of Divine Arts - Small, friendly, community events based casual kinship that welcomes all classes/races. In-game crafting support and contacts are encouraged. To join, send tell or mail to Archangelic for details. Sample events are: Makeshift Kin House RP, Skirmishes, Low~Medium Level Classics, Unarmored Racing..more is coming as we grow. Our common purpose is to support each other through all the ups and downs during the lifetime of a kinship.

• Guild of Shadows

• Gwardia Imladris
• Heirs of Ecthelion
• Host of Valinor - Roleplay kinship for Men and Elves.

• [Hunters of Moonshadow] - An established kinship whose members are always happy to lend a hand, whether you be new or a veteran to the game. Led by Calillas, this large active kin is always looking for new members to join its ranks.

• Immortals of Middle Earth

• Ironhammer Faction - A new Dwarf only kinship. Role-play and Crafting help. 'Keep it real and Keep it Dwarfy' Exiles From the Grey Mountains form an Elite warrior band, vowing to retake their ancestoral homes from the Orc.'

• Ithillien Rangers

• Iron's Bane Role-playing kin. Owns the Iron Bane Inn. Overall, a band of merchants (*cough cough* mercenaries).

• Istari Warriors - A Kinship led by SnakesCapone. We are always recruiting. We answer only to the Istari.

• Kinception - Home of Junesong and Lithiriel

• The King's Army

• The Knights of Good - The Knights of Good is a nonprofit organization of passionate gamers whose goal is to enhance the lives of our kinsmen and our fellow game players. Our priorities reflect the concerns and interests of all gamers as well as our desire to "give back" to the in-game communities. Our mission is to assist, educate, and inspire as we quest, kill, and loot. Know your class. Play it well. We are now accepting applications for new recruits. Any inquiries should be sent to Nictrogard. Have fun!

• Knights of Lord Ulmo

• Kinship of Beleriand - A brand new kinship. It's just me at the moment, so I'd love to get some other members. I would like members to be laid back, but mature at all times.

• Last Hope of Middle Earth - A new kinship very laid back,Small,friendly kinship that is still a work in progress.

• Legion Of The Silent River We are a friendly Level 10 kinship, well over four years old, accepting of all levels, races, player status's (vip and non), and player types (grind focused, role players, casual etc). We focus on a mix of everything, for middle of the road players or for those who want to join a kin where they can make new friends and get free stuff. We have purchased a Kinhouse in Falathlorn, and will be holding a number of festivals and events in the future, including sparring contests for prizes, plays, concerts, and raids. Occasional high end items will be dropped in our chests for the first person who wants to take them! If interested, contact our leader, Findurian, or one of our officers, Vertigoe, Nurdoriel, Faramirbe, or others. You may also speak to any member of the Legion, if said the aforementioned players are unavailable.

• Legions Of Undercore Life Rank 10 Kin, We are just a group of laid back players. We help each other in Questing, crafting, Looking to get some raiding in once we have enough Active members! https://legionofundercore.guildlaunch.com

• Light of Hope

• The Line of Eriador

• Lords of Middle Earth - We are a relaxed Kinship whom is always seeking friendly players to join. We have no major requirements other than being somewhat mature and friendly/polite. Crypton or Shadowrealm is our leader main characters should you be interested in joining or have any inquiries. Officers Mountian, Valheras, and Wulfblood can also send an invite should you find them online at the time as well. All character levels and all Free to Play and/or VIP/Prem players are welcome to join. Ventrilo is also available for members.

• Lost Cause

• The Luminous Emblem - We are a active kin who is always welcoming new members. We are online daily doing skirmishes and such with our fellow kinsmen. We have no major requirements other than that we ask that members to refrain from flaming/trolling during any game time.

• Men of Bree - We accept all levels, genders, and races. We have achieved the maximum lifespan rank; 10. We have all level ranges balanced smoothly, from 1-75. All of our members are active. We are a casual yet active kinship (occasionally but not frequently hosting Role-Play events), which has been on the Imladris server for well over two years. Due to the Men of Bree's high standards, reaching the rank of Provost is not as easy as most kinship allow: To get promoted to Provost you must apply through our website. We also have rules which the Provosts are required to enforce, just to keep the kinship running smoothly.
  We'd love to have you with us! You are welcome to - contact Goldenbeard (founder) or Doodah (Master) if you are interested in applying to our kinship. Our website is https://men-of-bree.guildlaunch.com. If you'd like to apply for the Men of Bree, follow this link: . Our kinship is currently led by Doodah and other officers.

If you're interested about becoming a Man of Bree, our history, you may access it easily by viewing it on our LOTROwiki page, here: Men of Bree

• Middle Earth Adventuring Society

• Middle Earth Lords

• Middle Earth Pirates

• Mirkwoods Blade

• Mount Doom Camping Trip - MDCT is the first group on the server to complete Draigoch T2C. We are looking for members who know their class(es) and enjoy improving their skills in a team environment. As such the ability to give and take constructive criticism is highly desired. There is no raid attendance requirement for joining the kin, but members who play and socialize with one another outside of raids tend to derive more satisfaction from raid progression. For more information, please contact any member in-game. For interested applicants, an officer will set up an interview or instance run.

• Nameless

• The Night Watch

• Nocturne of Imladris - Nocturne is the first french language kinship on Imladris server with lifespan rank 9. In French: Nous voyons le jeu comme étant un endroit où l'entraide et la bonne entente doivent primer. Notre kinship pourrait être décrite comme casual et role playing lite (nous encourageons l'expérience du role play mais ne l'obligeons pas). Tous les niveaux et toutes les classes sont acceptées. Pour plus d'informations, visitez notre site web au : https://nocturne-kinship.mmoguildsites.com/ vous pouvez aussi contacter in-game la leader Kassandra. Notre Twitter : Nocturne_Lotro Soyez les bienvenues !

• The Northern Kingdom - The Northern Kingdom is a lifespan 10, friendly, active, and social kin that provides whatever is necessary for its members. We always have a party for any occasion at our fully stocked kin house, and plenty of officers that are able to help anyone who needs it. We actively take part in events such as kinship raids, parties, social gatherings, role play events, and our server-wide Spar Event. We are one of, if not the only kinship on Imladris to produce an animated parody series for entertainment purposes. Furthermore, we provide the warmth and welcoming sensation of a home for many players from all around the world. We are currently accepting members of all levels, races, classes, and genders. Speak in World Chat or contact (by mail or Instant Message) Kaelalas (Leader/Founder), Auroriana (Successor), Sacrumana, Brunlend, Valarya, and others for more info or an invite! Hope to see you soon!

• Nu Ithil ar Elin

• The Numenorean Kings

• One Kin to Rule them all - One Kin to Rule them all is a rank 9 kinship that does the same quest packs. And, of course, we do festivals.

• Order of the White Lotus

• Outlaws (of the darktower)- is a casual kinship, with players from all over the world who like to have fun and are very helpful to others. We have players in all level ranges; veterans but also newbies to the game. We have a *check us out period of 2 weeks* in which you can decide if you want to become an Outlaw or not. For more information https://outlawsotdt.guildlaunch.com/

• Phoenix Reborn - is a casual family style kinship. We are crafters, festival goers, music lovers and adventurers, encouraging both solo and group endeavors. Our pursuit of quests, instances, books and the like is casual, and we support their pursuit as we are able. We welcome members, old and new, who have the same goal - enjoying our time in Middle Earth. We have have moved to Landroval realm as of March 2016 and have kept the changed name Phoenix Reborn-1 for the time being (as someone before us has reserved the name Phoenix Reborn), so that old members may find us, and will note our name change in time.

• The Phoenix Warriors

• Pink Fluffy Unicorns

• Pogorausch eine deutschsprachige Funsippe mit Sippenhaus

• Proudfoot of Michel Delving - Roleplay kinship for Hobbits (or those who are Hobbits at heart).

• The Purple

• QuendeNosse - After several wonderful and adventurous years in Imladris, QuendeNossë has moved to Crickhollow!

• Rage of the Fallen

• Rainbow in the Dark - Role play kinship.

• Rebel Alliance

• Relentless - A very active kinship with ventrilo, focused on end-game content and some PVMP.

• Reservoir Dogs

• Revival Light

• Rider on the Storm Role play kinship. This off-shoot of Children of Arda contains their cavalry.

• Riders of Ettenmoors - A German-speaking kinship.

• Riders of Rohan - A fast growing kinship, helping low lvl characters and doing many instances/skirmishes. The kinship has many good crafters and is starting to be a part of PVMP.

• Rising Force - Role play kinship. Kinleader: Vicki.

• Rivendell Valley Girls - Role play kinship. Fer sure, like, totally.

• Rohirrim - A Russian-speaking kinship.

• Sangre Dorada - A Spanish-speaking kinship.

• Saviors of the Fallen Star

• Secrets of the Twelve - A small rank 10 kinship that is always willing to offer a helping hand to its members and otherwise.

• Shadow and Flame - A kinship that plays for fun and laughs at those who take themselves too seriously.

• The Shirelings - We are a rank 8 kinship, we have become a fun laid back kinship that values those whom are willing to help themselves and others. We look for mature members who like to have fun and who like to be good at what it is they do. We value dedication and completion of a toon and content. We are more end game oriented but we don't live by a schedule. This is a game, real life comes first. We have very helpful members and have made a good and solid foundation for ourselves. There are many of us who craft and like other crafters as well as an enjoyment for PvMP on a regular basis.

• Side by Side - Side by Side wants you! We are currently recruiting members of all classes and levels to help us in the fight against the evils of Middle Earth.We are a brand new laid back & humorous kinship who prides ourselves on helping others level, gear, and learn their classes. We are mainly a group of lvl 85 players who are gearing up for raids, and other instances and pushing themselves for new challenges and adventures every day. We have crafters of all vocations and guild masters to help you build your toons. We are a good mix of European players and EST players, therefore our activity spans throughout the day. No one is a nobody in our kin. We are all connected as a family and we do not play favorites. We offer a Shivtr guild website, FB group, and Mumble server for keeping connected. We are also seeking a raiding alliance: If you are a kin who seeks an alliance with players who are dedicated to raiding and advancing in the game, find one of us in game.

• Sociedade do Anel - We are rank 10 kinship recruiting only Brazilians, any class, race or level. Visit our website for more details.

• Something Awesome - Heavy role-play kinship with a strong emphasis on fun, drinking, and finding the nearest pub. Also, slumber parties. Dwarven kin structure, led by Elves, residing in a Shire kinhouse. If Elrond's sons were still teenagers, lived in the basement of the Last Homely House, and kept a stash of pipeweed in the sock drawer, this is the kinship they would have joined. Certainly not the kinship for the active and ambitious. Much too inebriated to recall the current rank of the kinship. We do have a kinhouse for our whiskeyfish and awesome aforementioned sleepovers. If interested, send a tell to Eledu, Kin Lord, or Gwyndir, Seneschal and Number One Super Magic Bear Surf Champion. You must be open-minded and 'role-play' your way into the kinship.

• The Spade - Roleplay kinship led by Fedeloc. It's a bar. A silly bar. Located within Elkhelm's Court.

• The Stag and Star Roleplay kinship. Owns The Stag and Star Inn, located in Falathlorn.

• Stargazers (Moved to Arkenstone with the closure of the Imladris server)

• Star'n'legend Explorer's League

• Strength In Numbers

• Table Of The Crescent Moons

• Tactical Carnage - Tactical Carnage recruits members level 12+ of any class. We have many active & helpful members who 'share the wealth' of crafting items & experience. We have a kin house and website @ https://www.tacticalcarnage.com, and utilize Team Speak 3. Contact SageofSixPaths, Mistick, Cazziest or Mosoumairai if interested in joining.

• Tarciryan Knights - We are a mature kinship that seeks to strengthen the community of Lord of the Rings Online, as well as serve the fans of Tolkien's works, by providing a great medium for expression, lore, and gaming environment. The history of Middle-Earth is lush and filled with adventure and the Tarciryan Knights seek to share these experiences with like-minded individuals. The success of the Kinship is bolstered by its Creed: Honor, Loyalty, Faith. We honor our members and their families by giving them the respect, patience and honesty that they deserve. We are loyal to our members by remaining 100% committed to the well-being of the kinship and its family. We show faith by seeking patience and positivity in one another. This means lending a hand to our members and offering support when needed. With our creed we have hosted a highly evolved, committed and stable community since 2010.

• Tôl Acharn Rastanoobs kinship.

• Twelve Saints

• An Unexpected Kinship - An Unexpected Kinship is a 3rd year, rank 10 kinship lead by Bowlgod, with a hunger for fun and member involvement. We encourage the "Pay-it-Forward" attitude with sharing of resources, knowledge, and focusing on community strength. We are very involved with fellow kin members by holding kinship meetings, raids, and other fun activities including horse races, hunts, and the occasional hide-n-seek. We have a glorious kin house, a very informative website, and a sponsored account with Team Speak for kinship communications. Please come join us for the benefits and involvement but stay for the witty banter and lasting friendships where we consider you family. To join us, please visit our website at Unexpected Kinship. Cheers & Be Well!! :O)

• Valacirca - A friendly casual kinship that focuses on Monster Play.

• Wardens of Annuminas - An active rank 10 kinship, is recruiting any class and race. We have fun and helpful members at all levels with many end game players. We have a website and FB page! If you are interested please send a tell to our leader Jjseanbri, officers Asboog, Earvorn, Adhollost plus many more! You can learn more about about us by going to our Wardens of Annuminas kinship website.

• Weekend Warriors - We are an active, laid-back Kinship that is serious about helping each other out. We are currently recruting members of all races/classes/levels who are willing to assist fellow kin-mates in questing, skirms, and crafting. Be respectful, and have fun! . To join contact Danuros(founder) or Galhar. Visit our Kinship website @ https://weekendwarriors.guildlaunch.com/

Kinship list last updated 1/30/2015

Kinship Alliances

Alliances between kinships are mutual agreements between kinships, wherein the members of the alliance agree to help the betterment of their ally when possible.

• Draug Gondor, an alliance of several small rank 10 kins and named for the two founding kins Draug Hrogn and Legion of Gondor. Leaders are Celebelor, Farsight, and Foringar - 3 level 75 characters that have been in the alliance since its inception.

• Dreamers in the Valley, an alliance of role-playing kinships. Founded by Lord Eledu of Something Awesome. Requests should be made to Lord Eledu or Seneschal Gwyndir by the kinleader or an officer of kinships wishing to join this alliance. (The joining of the alliance must be roleplayed in character during gameplay.)