Are Balrogs Maiar

Are Balrogs stronger than Maiar?

Remember that Glaurung, Ancalagon and Smaug were the most powerful dragons of their age. But all were killed by men or half-men. Balrogs on the other hand were killed with slightly more difficulty – by elves or other maiar. I would say that a Balrog had much more power.

How did the Maiar turn into Balrogs?

The Balrogs, or Balrogath (“Balrog-kind”) were Maiar corrupted by Morgoth during the creation of Arda, who cloaked themselves in shadow and flame and carried whips and swords. Famed Balrogs include Gothmog, slain by Ecthelion, and Durin’s Bane, slain by Gandalf.