Durin III is a fictional character from J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, specifically appearing in the history of the Dwarves. He is known as the King of the Dwarves of Khazad-dûm, also called Moria, during the Third Age of Middle-earth. Durin III is often associated with the lineage of the Durin's Folk, a prominent clan of Dwarves. Durin III is notable for his role in the events leading up to the decline of Moria. He ruled during a time when the Dwarves faced increasing threats from Orcs and other dark forces. His reign is marked by the construction of great halls and the pursuit of wealth, reflecting the Dwarven culture of craftsmanship and mining.