The Lord of the Rings is a fantasy novel written by J.R.R. Tolkien. It follows the journey of a group of characters as they attempt to destroy a powerful magical ring. Two of the beasts that appear in the novel are Orcs and Trolls. Orcs are a race of humanoid creatures that are often portrayed as evil and violent. They are usually depicted as being large and strong, with green skin and sharp teeth. Trolls are also large and strong, but they are usually portrayed as being more intelligent and cunning than Orcs. They have thick skin and long noses, and they can regenerate if they are injured.