- Mageth describing Dáin to Elladan. Dáin II Ironfoot, often preceded by 'King', was the King of Erebor and the King of Durin's Folk following the death of Thorin II Oakenshield and his nephews in the Battle of the Five Armies. Known for making alliances with both Dale and Thranduil's Realm, Dáin helped rebuild the friendship between Dwarves and Elves, and was respected in the North as a noble, honourable leader.