The Hunt for Gollum is about the period after Bilbo Baggins' 111th birthday and before Frodo leaves the Shire. The story follows the wizard Gandalf as he grows suspicious that Bilbo's "magic ring" is actually the One Ring. Concerned that Gollum might reveal information about the Ring to Sauron if captured, Gandalf enlists the help of Aragorn, the skilled ranger, to track down and capture Gollum before Sauron does. The plot centers on Aragorn's quest to find Gollum, capturing him, and bringing him to Gandalf for interrogation. This leads to the confirmation that Frodo's ring is indeed the One Ring, setting in motion key events in the larger Lord of the Rings saga. The story explores Aragorn's journey, encounters with orcs and Ringwraiths, and the urgency to protect the Ring from dark forces.
