The company descends the Carrock. Azog the Defiler, the Orc who killed Thorin's grandfather, continues his hunt. Thorin sends Bilbo to retrieve a lost pony, during which Bilbo overhears the dwarves debating his usefulness; Thorin believes he will get them killed.
Captured by Goblins, the Dwarves are brought before the Great Goblin. Gandalf arrives to lead a daring, chaotic escape. the hobbit an unexpected journey index