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Trolls have appeared in many works of modern fiction, most often in the fantasy genre, with classic examples being the portrayal of trolls in works such as in Tolkien's Middle-earth [18] or the Dungeons & Dragons roleplaying game. [19] [20] Beginning in the 1950s, Troll dolls were a popular toy based on the folklore creature.
It might be tempting to to join forces with the user and take on the troll together, but "troll food" is for trolls, not Wikipedians. The troll might try to eat you if you attempt to eat their meal. Instead, deny recognition and do not insult the vandal ; let them pound sand—an act of futility, with sand being impervious to change. [ 1 ]
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Never feed the trolls. True vandals and trolls (as distinguished from users who dabble in minor vandalism) usually suffer from chronic alienation and real or perceived powerlessness. They seek recognition and infamy by interrupting and frustrating the Wikipedia project and community.
The authors of the story likely believed it to be true. It forms part of the origin story of a major religion. It may have taken its grain of truth from real events, such as a catastrophic local flood. Fiction implies that the author knew they were writing a falsehood. Perhaps the author of the Ark myth did intend it as a fiction.
Trolls appearing in fiction, as distinct from legend or folklore. Pages in category "Fictional trolls" The following 21 pages are in this category, out of 21 total.
In her view, Tolkien's trolls are based on the ogre type, but with two "incarnations": ancient trolls, "creatures of dull and lumpish nature" in Tolkien's words, [T 11] unable to speak; and the malicious giants of strength and courage bred by Sauron with "enough intelligence to present a real danger". [1]
New adult fiction; Young adult; Battle royal; Classic (or literary fiction): works with artistic/literary merit that are typically character-driven rather than plot-driven, following a character's inner story. They often include political criticism, social commentary, and reflections on humanity. [1]