The Real Dragon Who Inspired Smaug Is Alive And We Know Where To Find Him
This Thanksgiving, I found myself captivated by an unexpected story shared by my six-year-old nephew, “Ben”. I was consuming large quantities of turkey meat, listening to the young tot explain that Joe Rogan is right, and that dragons do exist! I quickly chewed and asked for more information through gravy stained teeth. From our previous conversations, he knew that I was a listener, and he lit up at the chance to give me all the details. What began as a simple holiday conversation quickly turned into an extraordinary tale of a real-life dragon—one who, according to “Ben,” inspired J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit. Here’s the unbelievable story he shared with me.
The Dragon’s Name: Lava Bomb
“Ben” told me that the dragon’s name is Lava Bomb. This isn’t just any mythical creature—according to him, Lava Bomb has molten lava running inside his body, but his exterior is made of ice. The contrast between the hot lava and the cold ice makes the dragon invulnerable to most attacks. I couldn’t help but wonder how such a creature could exist, but “Ben” was adamant that Lava Bomb is real.
The Connection to The Hobbit
“Ben” explained that Lava Bomb isn’t just a random dragon. He is the real Smaug—the creature who inspired J.R.R. Tolkien’s famous dragon in The Hobbit. Tolkien didn’t invent Smaug, he was acting as a journalist! What other creatures from his works are based on reality? He had encountered Lava Bomb in a dream and learned of an epic battle between the dragon and a group of hobbits. According to “Ben,” the hobbits attacked the dragon in an attempt to defeat him, but they were no match for Lava Bomb, and found themselves defeated and incinerated rather quickly. After destroying the hobbits, Lava Bomb’s story was passed down, eventually inspiring Tolkien’s writings. I asked if the vanquished hobbits were actually just human midgets, but he insisted that they were actual real hobbits, but would offer no more details on that matter.
Tolkien’s Dream: A Revelation from the Past
The most astonishing part of “Ben’s” story came when he revealed that J.R.R. Tolkien himself had visited him in a dream. According to “Ben,” Tolkien shared the true story behind The Hobbit. In the dream, Tolkien explained that he had once tried to challenge Lava Bomb, hoping to defeat the fearsome dragon. However, the battle didn’t go as planned. Tolkien barely escaped with his life, but during his escape, he gathered crucial knowledge about the dragon. This encounter, “Ben” claimed, was the inspiration for Tolkien’s creation of Smaug and the events in The Hobbit. It wasn’t fiction—Tolkien’s story was based on his real-life encounter with Lava Bomb.
Lava Bomb’s Home: The Lonely Mountain in Las Vegas
The story took an even more unexpected turn when “Ben” told me that the Lonely Mountain, made famous in The Hobbit, wasn’t a fictional place at all. According to him, it was real and located somewhere in Las Vegas. That’s where Lava Bomb had once lived, guarding treasure and battling would-be invaders. But that wasn’t the end of the story—Lava Bomb didn’t stay in Las Vegas.
The Dragon’s Move to South Dakota
“Ben” explained that Lava Bomb now lived in South Dakota, on a massive pasture. This land iss filled with goats, sheep, and cows—animals that Lava Bomb had stolen. In fact, he had killed a farmer to acquire his livestock and now roamed the area, fattening up the animals before consuming them. I was floored. A dragon that was still alive, stealing livestock? It sounded too wild to be true, but “Ben’s” conviction made me wonder. I tried to ask if he was breeding the animals in a sustainable fashion, but he insisted that the beast was stealing animals and then only using his pastures to fatten them up and make them “extra juicy” before consuming them.
Lava Bomb’s Helpers and Their Powers
As “Ben’s” tale continued, I learned about Lava Bomb’s “summons.” These smaller dragons, though not as powerful as Lava Bomb, were capable of reproducing and multiplying through mysterious means. They were large—about the size of elephants—and carried out Lava Bomb’s will. The most frightening part? These dragons were controlled by Lava Bomb’s magic, specifically his ice, which could only be broken with diamonds, and I was assured that no one has enough diamonds for the task.
The Real Smaug: A Dragon for the Ages
“Ben’s” description of Lava Bomb was astounding. He told me that the dragon was as large as thirteen elephants, with horns and spikes covering his body. His helpers, although smaller, were still formidable, each as large as an elephant. Lava Bomb, the real Smaug, ruled the dragon kingdom with an iron claw.
Conclusion: A Thanksgiving Story to Remember
As “Ben” finished his story, I was left speechless. Was this a child’s imagination running wild, or had I just heard the truth behind one of the most famous dragons in history? I’m still not sure, but the conviction in my nephew’s voice made me believe that there might be more to his tale than I initially thought. Whether it’s a myth or reality, the story of Lava Bomb—Smaug’s real-life counterpart—will stay with me long after Thanksgiving.
Mohammed Sinclair
