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More than 1,000 people, dressed in costumes
from Tolkien's books, took part in the Battle of the Five
Armies, according to organizers of the annual event, held in a
forest near the Czech town of Doksy, 80 kilometers (50 miles)
north of Prague.
They fought with wooden weapons and any sharp points were
wrapped in plastic to avoid injuries.
Although inspired by well known stories from Middle-earth, the
results of battles at the event are not predetermined, and on
several occasions the evil side has actually won.
"We come here to enjoy a great battle, great atmosphere, have a
little fight and to meet people one sees only once a year," said
Lucie Zavadilova, attending the battle for the sixth time.
(Reporting by David Cerny; Writing by Robert Muller; Editing by
Susan Fenton)
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