LA Times Crossword Clue

Tolkien baddie

The Answer

ORC

Letters 3

Published May 29, 2026

Day Friday

The clue “Tolkien baddie” appeared in the LA Times Crossword on May 29, 2026. The correct answer is ORC (3 letters). The same clue text may appear in different puzzles with different answers, so always check the date and letter count.

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