From The Lord of the Rings:
* Frodo Baggins: The hobbit who carries the One Ring to Mount Doom to destroy it.
* Aragorn: The rightful heir to the throne of Gondor, a warrior, and a Ranger of the North.
* Gandalf the Grey (and later the White): A powerful wizard who guides the Fellowship and plays a crucial role in the War of the Ring.
* Legolas: An elf from Mirkwood, known for his archery skills and agility.
* Gimli: A dwarf warrior, loyal and brave, who becomes an unexpected friend of Legolas.
* Samwise Gamgee: Frodo's loyal hobbit companion, known for his unwavering support and optimism.
* Gollum: A creature corrupted by the One Ring, both a threat and a reluctant guide for Frodo.
* Sauron: The Dark Lord, the main antagonist of the story.
* Boromir: A noble warrior from Gondor, who is tempted by the power of the One Ring.
From The Hobbit:
* Bilbo Baggins: The hobbit who goes on a quest to reclaim the treasure stolen by Smaug the dragon.
* Thorin Oakenshield: The leader of the dwarves on their quest to reclaim their homeland.
* Smaug: The powerful dragon who guards the dwarves' treasure.
* Gollum (also appears in The Hobbit): The creature who aids Bilbo in his escape from the goblins.
These are just a few of the many memorable characters created by J.R.R. Tolkien. Each character has their own unique personality, motivations, and role in the epic saga.