{"product_id":"skull-skull-of-a-balrog™","title":"Skull: SKULL OF A BALROG™","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe skull of a Balrog is an exceptionally rare specimen; due to the creature’s transient nature—composed of shadow and flame—powerful and complex arcane methods were employed to achieve calcification of its remains. This preservation presents an invaluable opportunity to study the ancient origins and dark power that define this formidable being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMassive in scale, the skull of this Balrog displays elongated, curving horns reminiscent of a goat’s, which appear to fuse seamlessly with the frontal bone to form a protective, armour-like carapace. The supporting bone structure is distinguished by a network of ridges with minimal flat surfaces, indicative of a creature developed to endure intense heat and pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis specimen also possesses multiple sets of fanged outer dentition, complemented by dense rows of large molars, indicating a specialized design for both piercing and grinding. The robust jaw structure points to an immense biting force, maximizing its destructive potential. Each anatomical feature reveals a creature shaped for dominance, resilience, and a primordial bond with fire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMINIATURE SKULLS: A CURATION OF MIDDLE-EARTH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach Miniature Skull, a compact yet detailed artifact, offers a profound glimpse into the anatomy of Middle-earth. Enhance your collection with this unique curation and examine these creatures like never before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade primarily from polystone;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJaw made from polyurethane;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased on the mighty Balrog, as seen in \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/em\u003e;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObsidian-like stand makes this skull feel like an artifact straight out of the study of Saruman™;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhysically sculpted by Wētā Workshop Senior Sculptor and Middle-earth veteran Jamie Beswarick.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-quote\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003e\"Our authentic prop replicas and collectibles are designed by the very same artists who have worked on the three films, so effectively they come straight from Middle-earth.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"author\"\u003eRichard Taylor – CEO \u0026amp; Co-founder, Wētā Workshop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePl\u003ca name=\"_Hlk76996504\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eease note:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca name=\"_Hlk141775842\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImages are of a pre-production prototype. Each piece is hand painted and some variations may occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Collectors Guild","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51666554126569,"sku":null,"price":179.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/0091\/0057\/files\/24_60d203e4-390a-4231-8be6-22b881cda311.png?v=1786603191","url":"https:\/\/collectorsguild.co.nz\/products\/skull-skull-of-a-balrog%e2%84%a2","provider":"Collectors Guild","version":"1.0","type":"link"}