The Lord of the Rings has returned to theaters with the new anime movie The War of the Rohirrim, which is set 183 years before Peter Jackson’s film trilogy. The movie was animated by anime studio Sola Digital Arts, and features several production alums from Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, including producer and co-writer Philippa Boyens, who also co-wrote the screenplays for Jackson’s films.
The War of the Rohirrim is based on writing found in the appendices of The Lord of the Rings. Specifically, it focuses on the kingdom of Rohan and its best-known ruler, Helm Hammerhand (voiced by Brian Cox). King Hammerhand’s reign coincided with the war against the people of Dúnedain. The war with Dunlending raiders for control of the kingdom is the central conflict in the anime. Helm’s Deep, the site of a pivotal battle in The Two Towers, gets its name from Hammerhand.
The War of the Rohirrim just released in theaters December 13, but plenty of War of the Rohirrim merch is already available, including figures, art books, and more. Considering how popular The Lord of the Rings continues to be, we’ve rounded up all The War of the Rohirrim merch available at Amazon to help fans and collectors track it all down before it sells out.
Quick look: The War of the Rohirrim Merch
- McFarlane Toys Action Figures
- Funko Pops
- Books
- The War of the Rohirrim on Blu-ray (Release Date: TBA)
Some War of the Rohirrim items are available now, while other products are up for preorder and release in the coming weeks. Note that preordering at Amazon locks you in for the retailer’s preorder price guarantee, meaning if the price of any product changes between now and release, you will only be charged the lowest price. You also won’t be charged until your order ships, and preorders can be canceled at any time before then.
If you’d like to read appendices of The Lord of the Rings before seeing the movie, Amazon has great deals on the Tolkien Illustrated Edition of The Lord of the Rings as well as The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Edition, if you’d like a cheaper all-in-one edition of Tolkien’s masterpiece. At the bottom of this story, you’ll find a lengthier section with more details about the books.
The War of the Rohirrim on 4K Blu-ray
Like many movies right after they hit theaters, you can already preorder The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim’s 4K Steelbook Edition. At the moment, the Limited Edition Steelbook is only available to preorder at Gruv for $38, but we expect it to go live at Amazon and Walmart soon. The steelbook case features character and landscape art from the anime on the front and back of the case as well as a map of Rohan on the interior of the case.
Walmart is taking preorders on the standard 4K Blu-ray edition (no steelbook) for $30. Both 4K editions also come with standard 1080p Blu-ray discs and digital copies of the film.
No release date has been set for The War of the Rohirrim’s Blu-ray edition, but it likely won’t be available for two to three months.
If you want a fancy new Lord of the Rings 4K Blu-ray to watch at home this holiday or as a gift, Peter Jackson’s trilogy is being re-released on 4K Blu-ray as the One Ring Gift Box on December 20. Available to preorder now for $145 at Amazon, the One Ring Gift Box comes with a box resembling an old book with a faux-leather finish and gold foil stamping. Like the steelbook for War of the Rohirrim, it includes a map on the interior cover, except this map covers the entirety of Middle-earth. It also includes the Noble Collection’s replica of the One Ring on a chain with a little pouch (valued at $50).
This box set contains the theatrical and extended versions of all three of Peter Jackson’s LOTR films on 4K Blu-ray. Outside the special packaging and goodies, it’s the same watchable content found in the existing 4K Blu-ray set, which is available for $65 (was $90) at Amazon. Amazon also has a limited-time deal on the standard Blu-ray edition of the extended cuts, dropping the price to $30 (was $70).
The War of the Rohirrim – McFarlane Toys 4-inch Figures
Available Now
McFarlane Toys is releasing a line of 4-inch action figures based on The War of the Rohirrim characters. This set includes figures of Helm Hammerhand, Princess Hera, Wulf the Dunlending, and Shank the Orc. The figures will be available individually as $20 starting December 15. Each character includes pieces to assemble a fifth Snow Troll figure if you buy them all. All four main figures will also be available in a $60 Gold Label Box Set that releases January 23–though this set won’t include the bonus Snow Troll figure pieces.
The War of the Rohirrim Funko Pop Figures
Available December 16
If you’re looking for more War of the Rohirrim collectibles, Funko Pop! vinyl figures of Helmhammerhand, Princess Hera, and Wulf are available to preorder at Amazon. The Hera and Wulf figures stand roughly four inches tall, while the Helm Hammerhand figure is a smidge over five inches tall thanks to his ornate helmet. If you preorder now, you can get a small discount on the Hera and Wulf figures, which are both $11 (normally $12 each). The Helm Hammerhand Funko Pop! is available for $13. All three launch on December 16.
The War of the Rohirrim: Official Visual Companion
Available Now
$19 ($25)
This official War of the Rohirrim visual companion book is meant to be an introduction to the film’s setting, with primers and illustrations of various important characters, locations, and creatures seen in the movie. It also features a foreword written by Helm Hammerhand voice actor Brian Cox.
The Art of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
$50 | Releases February 18, 2025
For an even deeper look at film’s art and world-building, there’s the upcoming The Art of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim. This hardcover art book features over 1,000 concept sketches, official illustrations, and animation frames from the movie, plus commentary on the creation from director Kenji Kamiyama, producer Philippa Boyens, and more. The Art of The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim launches February 18, 2025.
Official Coloring Books
For younger fans and anyone looking for a Lord of the Rings-themed creative outlet, there is also the official The War of the Rohirrim coloring book, which lets you color all the major characters and creatures from the film. Two other official coloring books based on Peter Jackson’s film adaptations of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit are also available right now. Both books were reissued in anticipation of The War of the Rohirrim’s release. These are the only officially licensed Lord of the Rings coloring books based on the Peter Jackson films and upcoming anime.
War of the Rohirrim Apparel
A selection of official War of the Rohirrim is up for grabs on Amazon, in case you want to add some new Lord of the Rings-inspired merch to your wardrobe. The are numerous tee shirts, long sleeves, hoodies, and other clothing options sporting official War of the Rohirrim designs below. These are all sold and shipped by Amazon, and are available in multiple size and color options.
Character Wall Art
You can decorate your walls with official posters, wall scrolls, and prints featuring War of the Rohirrim characters. If you’re looking to grab multiple pieces at once, the Gallery Pops War of the Rohirrim Wall Art Bundle includes three sqaure prints featuring Hera, Wulf, and Helm Hammerhand for $45. Each print measures 11.18 inches tall and 11.18 inches wide.
For larger pieces, you can grab a Hera wall poster. The poster is available in multiple sizes, including 13 x 19 inches, 14.72 x 22.37 inches, and 22.37 x 34 inches, and you can select between frames (including an unframed option). Pricing differs between sizes and frame styles. The same design is also available as a 22 x 24 inch premium print that comes with a wooden magnetic hanging frame for $41. There’s also a 13 x 19 inch poster featuring the “You Could Rule The World” tagline from the movie available for $15.
Throw Pillows
Starting at $20
You can decorate your home with official throw pillows featuring the official War of the Rohirrim poster art. Two sizes are available now: 16 by 16 inches for $20 or 18 by 18 inches for $22.
iPhone Cases
$20
Lastly, you can pick up an official War of the Rohirrim iPhone case. There are versions for multiple iPhone models, starting as old as the iPhone 7 Plus and as recent as the iPhone 15 line. Unfortunately, the iPhone 16 is not included. All cases are $20.
Official War of the Rohirrim Bookmark
$7
This official War of the Rohirrim bookmark is a great holiday stocking stuffer, especially if you pair it with one of the books listed above–or with any of the various editions of The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, or Middle-earth history books like The Silmarillion. The bookmark features a banner inspired by the iconography of the Kingdom of Rohan and a braided and beaded tassel. It measures 8.75 inches long by 2.75 inches wide. It is available now at Amazon.
What to read before watching The War of the Rohirrim
As part of Tolkien’s meticulous dedication to detail and worldbuilding, the author wrote at considerable length about Middle-earth’s history in the appendices of The Lord of the Rings, providing helpful context for readers to reference while reading. The War of the Rohirrim, as mentioned, is based on a section in the appendices revolving around Helm Hammerhand and his kingdom of Rohan.
Since The War of the Rohirrim takes place 183 years prior to Frodo’s quest to save Middle-earth, you shouldn’t need to watch the films or read the book to enjoy the anime. However, those who. have read The Lord of the Rings, and especially the appendices and other histories of Middle-earth, will probably get more out of the story.
If you’re interested in reading The Lord of the Rings and its appendices before heading to the theater, Amazon still has some awesome deals on J.R.R. Tolkien books on the heels of Cyber Monday. The Lord of the Rings Illustrated Edition is arguably the prettiest edition in print today that’s reasonably priced. Right now, The Lord of the Rings Illustrated Edition is on sale for $40 (was $75). Featuring 30 full-color illustrations by Tolkien himself, this stunning hardcover has red-stained page edges with Elvish script, a foil-stamped dust jacket, and the Eye of Sauron embossed on the cover. It also comes with two fold-out maps and a ribbon bookmark. You could use the bookmark above to mark your place in the main story while using the ribbon bookmark in the appendices for quick reference.
There are plenty of other editions of LOTR to choose from, including The Lord of the Rings Deluxe Edition with a suede-like cover for 50% off. Then there are editions that split The Lord of the Rings into its three volumes, such as the new Lord of the Rings Collector’s Edition Box Set that’s on sale for over $30 off. All three books in this set have foil-stamped covers, stained edges, ribbon bookmarks, and maps of Middle-earth inside the front and back covers.
Beyond Lord of the Rings, Amazon also has great deals on The Hobbit, The Silmarillion, and numerous History of Middle-earth box sets. Most notably, The Hobbit’s Tolkien Illustrated Edition is on sale for only $29 (was $75).
