Gil-Galad was the last high king of the Noldor in Middle earth. In the second age, Gil-Galad remained in Middle Earth to battle Sauron during the Dark Years, acquiring aid from Numeanor at times. Gil-Galad and Elendil formed the last alliance of Elves and Men, and led them to the defeat of Sauron in the Battle of dagorlad. in the year 3441, Gil-Galad and Elendil overthrew Sauron, and were slain in the process.