Thorin's Oakenshield is a fictional character from J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium, primarily featured in the novel The Hobbit. He is the leader of the company of dwarves on a quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain and its treasure from the dragon Smaug. Thorin is known for his strong sense of duty and leadership, as well as his noble lineage as the heir of Durin. Thorin carries a distinctive weapon called Orcrist, a sword that he wields during their adventures. His character embodies themes of bravery, loyalty, and the struggle for power, which ultimately lead to conflict among the dwarves and other races in Middle-earth.