Location, Udin

The valley of Udûn, meaning Hell, is a roughly circular plain surrounded by mountains on all sides. In the south-east there is a narrow pass at Carach Angren, which is the gateway to the Plateau of Gorgoroth.

The Gorthaur

A mere glance at the Gorthaur is sufficient enough to instill dread in any human. This is more than an ostentatious representation of the Dark Lord Sauton's power, it is a statement of intent and a supernatural expression of his presence. A giant, stone-carved Sauron, magnificently clad in armor holds in his hands chains to which are tethered the subjugated kings of men. The Gorthaur radiates contempt and power; Sauron's will built the statue just as it restored him to power after his defeat by Gil-Galad and Elendil. "Look upon me, and despair," Gorthaur commands.