S1.E4 Breakdown of #TheRingsOfPower đ§”
Iâve watched E4 5x now. Still like it but canât shake the feeling that it could've been better. Feeling a bit nervous about the NĂșmenor storyline now that S1 is finally taking off.
The gorgeous sail-master tho đ
#TheOneRingQuisition
Iâve watched E4 5x now. Still like it but canât shake the feeling that it could've been better. Feeling a bit nervous about the NĂșmenor storyline now that S1 is finally taking off.
The gorgeous sail-master tho đ
#TheOneRingQuisition
NIGHTMARE
`We gather daily to hammer out our island's future...at the Blessing of the Children, we gather to welcome those who will live that future. One as boundless as a sunrise over the rolling sea.`
1. Is NĂșmenor's future as 'boundless' as MĂriel dreams it might be?
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`We gather daily to hammer out our island's future...at the Blessing of the Children, we gather to welcome those who will live that future. One as boundless as a sunrise over the rolling sea.`
1. Is NĂșmenor's future as 'boundless' as MĂriel dreams it might be?
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The 23 kings NĂșmenor following in the footsteps of EĂ€rendil & his wife Elwing [the bird]
[There should be 23 kings but I only see 21 excluding EĂ€rendil...]
The 23 kings NĂșmenor following in the footsteps of EĂ€rendil & his wife Elwing [the bird]
[There should be 23 kings but I only see 21 excluding EĂ€rendil...]
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Second groupâ possibly a mix of the leaders of the King's Men (a.k.a. King's Party) & the various Guildhouses
The King's Men were founded under NĂșmenor's 13th king (the 1st anti-Valar king) & were the group that opposed the Faithful
Second groupâ possibly a mix of the leaders of the King's Men (a.k.a. King's Party) & the various Guildhouses
The King's Men were founded under NĂșmenor's 13th king (the 1st anti-Valar king) & were the group that opposed the Faithful
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Reoccurring motif of the statuesâ beardless one appears to be Elven (right) and the other NĂșmenor (left)
Reoccurring motif of the statuesâ beardless one appears to be Elven (right) and the other NĂșmenor (left)
2. `Alinel`
This is a heavily invented name. The name is certainly not AdĂ»naic (NĂșmenor's language).
[Spitballing hereâ what if this is Inception?]
'Alinel' seems to have some roots in Quenya:
- Älie: 'growing'
- nelladel: 'ringing bells'
Is 'Alinel' a warning to MĂriel?
This is a heavily invented name. The name is certainly not AdĂ»naic (NĂșmenor's language).
[Spitballing hereâ what if this is Inception?]
'Alinel' seems to have some roots in Quenya:
- Älie: 'growing'
- nelladel: 'ringing bells'
Is 'Alinel' a warning to MĂriel?
3. The Great Wave + Nimloth
This is interesting bc Nimloth is still around when the Great Wave arrives. Hinting that this is a dream sequence.
In the Tolkien legendarium, the death of Nimloth signified the end of NĂșmenor's line of kings.
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This is interesting bc Nimloth is still around when the Great Wave arrives. Hinting that this is a dream sequence.
In the Tolkien legendarium, the death of Nimloth signified the end of NĂșmenor's line of kings.
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This adaptation, however, uses Nimloth's falling leaves as a metaphor for the Valar's judgement upon NĂșmenor.
But taking the juxtaposition of MĂriel's observation of the falling leaves with a babe in her hands, I suppose we can also infer that her line will end as well.
This adaptation, however, uses Nimloth's falling leaves as a metaphor for the Valar's judgement upon NĂșmenor.
But taking the juxtaposition of MĂriel's observation of the falling leaves with a babe in her hands, I suppose we can also infer that her line will end as well.
4. `It's a perfect day, Queen Regent`
MĂriel awakes. Her bed unslept in. She has only one thing on her mind.
MĂriel awakes. Her bed unslept in. She has only one thing on her mind.
CHANCELLOR
1. `And while the Elf whispers poison in our Queen's ear, who's speaking for us?`
Our first look at Tamar was of him chatting with PharazĂŽn in court in E3.
Here he seems bent on inciting the other Guildsmen to react against the Elf who's arrivedâ what's he up to?
1. `And while the Elf whispers poison in our Queen's ear, who's speaking for us?`
Our first look at Tamar was of him chatting with PharazĂŽn in court in E3.
Here he seems bent on inciting the other Guildsmen to react against the Elf who's arrivedâ what's he up to?
2. The art of the politick
A man of the peopleâ PharazĂŽn smilingly greets the traders even as he schools Kemen on 'statecraft'.
He seems to be a man that takes immense pride in his people. And feels joy to be the one who is known and loved by his people.
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A man of the peopleâ PharazĂŽn smilingly greets the traders even as he schools Kemen on 'statecraft'.
He seems to be a man that takes immense pride in his people. And feels joy to be the one who is known and loved by his people.
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PharazĂŽn's renown came as the greatest land captain of NĂșmenor. Known for his generosityâ he shared his wealth with the people.
His father GimilkhĂąd (younger brother of Tar-Palantir) was the leader of the King's Men. PharazĂŽn assumed leadership upon his father's death.
PharazĂŽn's renown came as the greatest land captain of NĂșmenor. Known for his generosityâ he shared his wealth with the people.
His father GimilkhĂąd (younger brother of Tar-Palantir) was the leader of the King's Men. PharazĂŽn assumed leadership upon his father's death.
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PharazĂŽn and Kemenâ Is there no love lost between them?
Kemen (an OC for this show) seems to be a disappointment to PharazĂŽn.
As PharazĂŽn heir, he must've been raised in the ways of the King's Men and is expected to succeed his father.
I wonder if Kemen will learn.
PharazĂŽn and Kemenâ Is there no love lost between them?
Kemen (an OC for this show) seems to be a disappointment to PharazĂŽn.
As PharazĂŽn heir, he must've been raised in the ways of the King's Men and is expected to succeed his father.
I wonder if Kemen will learn.
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Ambition seems to drive PharazĂŽn but it still isn't clear what he wants yet.
He's the second-most powerful man in the realm.
A man loved by all.
What then is he missing?
Ambition seems to drive PharazĂŽn but it still isn't clear what he wants yet.
He's the second-most powerful man in the realm.
A man loved by all.
What then is he missing?
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PharazĂŽn seems to be genuinely unhappy to hear about the 'squall' in the markets.
[Even if PharazĂŽn and Tamar are working together behind NĂșmenor's politcal scenes, I don't see a reason he'd fake his reaction to Kemen.]
PharazĂŽn seems to be genuinely unhappy to hear about the 'squall' in the markets.
[Even if PharazĂŽn and Tamar are working together behind NĂșmenor's politcal scenes, I don't see a reason he'd fake his reaction to Kemen.]
3. `Elf lover!`
EĂ€rien feels uneasy listening to the crowd chanting "Elf lover". After all, her father is named Elendil ('Elf-friend').
EĂ€rien feels uneasy listening to the crowd chanting "Elf lover". After all, her father is named Elendil ('Elf-friend').
4. Rhetoric
`We are sons and daughters of the Edain. Of Elros Tar-Minyatur, whose host conquered Morgoth`
Edainâ 3 tribes ("Houses") of Men who fought valiantly against Morgoth in the Beleriand wars:
-BĂ«or
-Haleth
-Hador
They were kin of EĂ€rendil thru his father Tuor.
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`We are sons and daughters of the Edain. Of Elros Tar-Minyatur, whose host conquered Morgoth`
Edainâ 3 tribes ("Houses") of Men who fought valiantly against Morgoth in the Beleriand wars:
-BĂ«or
-Haleth
-Hador
They were kin of EĂ€rendil thru his father Tuor.
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`But now one Elf could threaten us?`
[Oh, how these words will come back to haunt him at the end of this episode!]
`But now one Elf could threaten us?`
[Oh, how these words will come back to haunt him at the end of this episode!]
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`Look down, each of you, at the guild crests you bear. The heritage of mighty hands.`
'The Edain brought with them to NĂșmenor the knowledge of many crafts, and many craftsmen who had learned from the Eldar, besides preserving lore and traditions of their own.' (UT)
`Look down, each of you, at the guild crests you bear. The heritage of mighty hands.`
'The Edain brought with them to NĂșmenor the knowledge of many crafts, and many craftsmen who had learned from the Eldar, besides preserving lore and traditions of their own.' (UT)
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`Of men who laid the Sea Wall. Who raised Armenelos, triumph of our civilization`
Left: Partial view of the sea gates and the walls that extend from it
Right: Armenelos
`Of men who laid the Sea Wall. Who raised Armenelos, triumph of our civilization`
Left: Partial view of the sea gates and the walls that extend from it
Right: Armenelos
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`For by the calluses on my hands, I swear that Elven hands will never take NĂșmenor's helm`
[This picture is worth a thousand words!]
`For by the calluses on my hands, I swear that Elven hands will never take NĂșmenor's helm`
[This picture is worth a thousand words!]
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Tamar offers PharazĂŽn a small nod. Did PharazĂŽn whisper something into his ear?
Tamar offers PharazĂŽn a small nod. Did PharazĂŽn whisper something into his ear?
VINEYARDS
EĂ€rien is taken in by PharazĂŽn's rhetoric. Kemen takes an interest in her.
The vineyards were actually in the southwestern region of NĂșmenorâ 'Hyarnustar was in its western part a mountainous region...eastwards were great vineyards in a warm and fertile land.' (UT)
EĂ€rien is taken in by PharazĂŽn's rhetoric. Kemen takes an interest in her.
The vineyards were actually in the southwestern region of NĂșmenorâ 'Hyarnustar was in its western part a mountainous region...eastwards were great vineyards in a warm and fertile land.' (UT)
SEDITION
1. `ancient scrolls`
Mystery solved from E3. The scrolls are "ancient" in NĂșmenor probs acquired by Edain spies in Morgoth's dungeon during Beleriand wars
[Fun speculation: It'd be bananas if that spy was a Easterling Faithfulâ House of BĂłr. Pass as a double agent.]
1. `ancient scrolls`
Mystery solved from E3. The scrolls are "ancient" in NĂșmenor probs acquired by Edain spies in Morgoth's dungeon during Beleriand wars
[Fun speculation: It'd be bananas if that spy was a Easterling Faithfulâ House of BĂłr. Pass as a double agent.]
2. `petty lord`
Elendil confirmed as a lord. He would be Lord of AndĂșniĂ« on NĂșmenor's Western shores. A titled inherited from his father Amandil.
Guess this means Amandil (also PharazĂŽn's best friend) isn't alive.
[I really wanted Amandil & PharazĂŽn to have one scene!]
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Elendil confirmed as a lord. He would be Lord of AndĂșniĂ« on NĂșmenor's Western shores. A titled inherited from his father Amandil.
Guess this means Amandil (also PharazĂŽn's best friend) isn't alive.
[I really wanted Amandil & PharazĂŽn to have one scene!]
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Left to Right: PharazĂŽn, Amandil (center), and Elendil (Artist: Turner Mohan).
Having a father like GimilkhĂąd meant that PharazĂŽn was naturally drawn to Amandil as a second father figure.
That friendship broke after PharazĂŽn turned to Sauron.
Left to Right: PharazĂŽn, Amandil (center), and Elendil (Artist: Turner Mohan).
Having a father like GimilkhĂąd meant that PharazĂŽn was naturally drawn to Amandil as a second father figure.
That friendship broke after PharazĂŽn turned to Sauron.
3. `tempest`
'In place of the Dark Lord you will set up a Queen. And I shall not be dark, but beautiful and terrible as the Morning and the Night!...Dreadful as the Storm and the Lightning!...All shall love me and despair!' (Mirror of Galadriel)
Nicely played 'Go to Jail' card!
'In place of the Dark Lord you will set up a Queen. And I shall not be dark, but beautiful and terrible as the Morning and the Night!...Dreadful as the Storm and the Lightning!...All shall love me and despair!' (Mirror of Galadriel)
Nicely played 'Go to Jail' card!
SABOTAGE
1. Sailing near the Western shores of NĂșmenor, Isildur hears the call once more
[We now have a pretty good idea whose voice this is. I won't say who, but my guess in the breakdown for S1.E3 was spot on]
1. Sailing near the Western shores of NĂșmenor, Isildur hears the call once more
[We now have a pretty good idea whose voice this is. I won't say who, but my guess in the breakdown for S1.E3 was spot on]
2. Isildur's choice destroys the naval career of his friends Valandil & Ontamo
Valandil remarks that Isildur (son of a Lord) has immense privilege unlike himself
NĂșmenorean society appears to be a meritocracy. But the likes of Isildur & Kemen have more options than other Men.
Valandil remarks that Isildur (son of a Lord) has immense privilege unlike himself
NĂșmenorean society appears to be a meritocracy. But the likes of Isildur & Kemen have more options than other Men.
FATHER
1. Arondir awakes to the Orcs who have surrounded himâ it's clear they intend to kill him but are holding off for his audience with Adar
The Orcs bow with reverence as Adar approaches a
dying Magrot.
1. Arondir awakes to the Orcs who have surrounded himâ it's clear they intend to kill him but are holding off for his audience with Adar
The Orcs bow with reverence as Adar approaches a
dying Magrot.
2. Adar
Dressed in the armor of the Noldor. Adar is an Elf of oldâ could he be one who was captured & corrupted by Morgoth during the Wars of Beleriand?
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Dressed in the armor of the Noldor. Adar is an Elf of oldâ could he be one who was captured & corrupted by Morgoth during the Wars of Beleriand?
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F.A.â The Union of Maedhros attempted to assail Morgoth in the Battle of Unnumbered Tears. Timing & betrayal (by Easterling Uldor) led to the defeat of the Elves & Edain
"[Morgoth]'s victory was so complete...vast number of the Noldo[r] became his thralls" (Lost T. V1)
F.A.â The Union of Maedhros attempted to assail Morgoth in the Battle of Unnumbered Tears. Timing & betrayal (by Easterling Uldor) led to the defeat of the Elves & Edain
"[Morgoth]'s victory was so complete...vast number of the Noldo[r] became his thralls" (Lost T. V1)
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"Nigh were the sad chambers where the thrall-Noldol[r] laboured bitterly under the Orcs..."
Thralled (enslaved) Noldor labored in Morgoth's mines as they were known for their craft in metals & jewels.
At end of F.A., the Valar released these Elves from Morgoth's spell.
"Nigh were the sad chambers where the thrall-Noldol[r] laboured bitterly under the Orcs..."
Thralled (enslaved) Noldor labored in Morgoth's mines as they were known for their craft in metals & jewels.
At end of F.A., the Valar released these Elves from Morgoth's spell.
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As described in #TheSilmarillion, Morgoth bred the Orcs from 'corrupted' Elves.
Could these Orcs, unlike the ones Finrod fought, be the first-Orc generation after Beleriand? Are they Adar's kin?
As described in #TheSilmarillion, Morgoth bred the Orcs from 'corrupted' Elves.
Could these Orcs, unlike the ones Finrod fought, be the first-Orc generation after Beleriand? Are they Adar's kin?
3. `Nampak uglursha`
'Uglu' means âto fear" â unsure of its meaning in this phrase (folk.uib.no/hnohf/orkish.hâŠ)
The Black Speech itself was devised by Sauron for the purpose of making it the language of all those that served him. (Appendix F, LOTR)
'Uglu' means âto fear" â unsure of its meaning in this phrase (folk.uib.no/hnohf/orkish.hâŠ)
The Black Speech itself was devised by Sauron for the purpose of making it the language of all those that served him. (Appendix F, LOTR)
4. `Valariandë`
When Adar asks where Arondir was born, he answers 'Valariandë' which is Quenya for "Beleriand".
"Mouth of the river" can only ref to the Mouths of Sirion near Arvernien. As a Noldorian, was Adar's youth spent near his kin at Nargothrond (Finrod's realm)?
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When Adar asks where Arondir was born, he answers 'Valariandë' which is Quenya for "Beleriand".
"Mouth of the river" can only ref to the Mouths of Sirion near Arvernien. As a Noldorian, was Adar's youth spent near his kin at Nargothrond (Finrod's realm)?
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âA few bay-leaves, some thyme and sage, will doâ
before the water boils,â said Sam (Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbit, LOTR)
In T.A., sage was found by Sam near Ithilien (Gondor).
Tolkien makes no other mention of the plant outside of LOTR.
âA few bay-leaves, some thyme and sage, will doâ
before the water boils,â said Sam (Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbit, LOTR)
In T.A., sage was found by Sam near Ithilien (Gondor).
Tolkien makes no other mention of the plant outside of LOTR.
5. `To untangle it...would all but require the creation of a new world. But that is something only the gods can do`
The world was created anew by the Valar (the gods) at the end of F.A.
- Beleriand was sunk
- NĂșmenor was created for the Edain
- Evil was thought to be gone
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The world was created anew by the Valar (the gods) at the end of F.A.
- Beleriand was sunk
- NĂșmenor was created for the Edain
- Evil was thought to be gone
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`And I am no god. At least not yet.`
Adar wants to create a new world. His campaign to create a wasteland in the Southlands already seems to be underway with the poisoning of grass, the slaughter of domesticated animals, the abduction & enslavement of Men/Elves for labor
`And I am no god. At least not yet.`
Adar wants to create a new world. His campaign to create a wasteland in the Southlands already seems to be underway with the poisoning of grass, the slaughter of domesticated animals, the abduction & enslavement of Men/Elves for labor
NO FOOD
1. `Orodruin`
Gandalf was first to mention Orodruin to Frodo: âThere is only one way [to destroy the One Ring]: to find the Cracks of Doom in the depths of Orodruin...and cast the Ring in there...to put it beyond the grasp of the Enemy forever.â (Shadow of the Past)
1. `Orodruin`
Gandalf was first to mention Orodruin to Frodo: âThere is only one way [to destroy the One Ring]: to find the Cracks of Doom in the depths of Orodruin...and cast the Ring in there...to put it beyond the grasp of the Enemy forever.â (Shadow of the Past)
2. Broken blade
Theo is attacked by Vrath who takes note of the broken blade. Theo pierces himself with the hilt to "activating" the blade.
The effect seems short-lived.
Theo is attacked by Vrath who takes note of the broken blade. Theo pierces himself with the hilt to "activating" the blade.
The effect seems short-lived.
LIES
1. In Eregion, Elves & Dwarves are speedily at work building Celebrimbor's forge.
It's been over a week since Galadriel left Middle-earth. Perhaps 2 weeks in the Southlands. But the work in Eregion/Khazad-dûm must've taken months.
Timelines aren't what they seem.
1. In Eregion, Elves & Dwarves are speedily at work building Celebrimbor's forge.
It's been over a week since Galadriel left Middle-earth. Perhaps 2 weeks in the Southlands. But the work in Eregion/Khazad-dûm must've taken months.
Timelines aren't what they seem.
2. Celebrimbor would've known the child EĂ€rendil in Gondolin. Both he & EĂ€rendil's family would've fled to the Mouths of Sirion (Arvernien) following the Fall of the Gondolin.
EĂ€rendil began his family in Arvernien but would often leave on long sea-voyages aboard Vingilot.
EĂ€rendil began his family in Arvernien but would often leave on long sea-voyages aboard Vingilot.
3. `Do you know, I remember once, he said to me, one day, my future would be in his son's hands.`
We'll perhaps never get to the truth of this statement. Celebrimbor seems to place the weight of expectation on Elrond's shoulders by comparing him to EĂ€rendil.
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We'll perhaps never get to the truth of this statement. Celebrimbor seems to place the weight of expectation on Elrond's shoulders by comparing him to EĂ€rendil.
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`No, I promised myself I wouldn't mention it. He's your friend.`
Elrond seems to wholly trust Celebrimbor following the conversation abt EĂ€rendil. But Celebrimbor wants more...
Will Elrond seek to find the truth and tell Celebrimbor what he finds?
`No, I promised myself I wouldn't mention it. He's your friend.`
Elrond seems to wholly trust Celebrimbor following the conversation abt EĂ€rendil. But Celebrimbor wants more...
Will Elrond seek to find the truth and tell Celebrimbor what he finds?
4. Having been alerted to Celebrimbor's suspicions about Durin, Elrond returns to the Khazad-dûm to find out what Durin is hiding.
Elrond seems determined to find out the truth.
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Elrond seems determined to find out the truth.
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Elrond's lip reads Durin & Disa's conversation from a distance (ref #LOTR films: "Legolas, what do your elf eyes see?")
Mirrormereâ located on East-side of the Misty Mts (above Khazad-dĂ»m) where Frodo & Gimili see Durin's crown of stars in the waters.
Elrond's lip reads Durin & Disa's conversation from a distance (ref #LOTR films: "Legolas, what do your elf eyes see?")
Mirrormereâ located on East-side of the Misty Mts (above Khazad-dĂ»m) where Frodo & Gimili see Durin's crown of stars in the waters.
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`Break your promise...the power of this stone will doom you and your kin to sorrow`
This scene foreshadows a sorrowful event in Elrond's lifeâ `CelebrĂan wife of Elrond...was waylaid in the [Carahadras (above Khazad-dĂ»m)]...by the sudden assault of the Orcs..` (App. A)
`Break your promise...the power of this stone will doom you and your kin to sorrow`
This scene foreshadows a sorrowful event in Elrond's lifeâ `CelebrĂan wife of Elrond...was waylaid in the [Carahadras (above Khazad-dĂ»m)]...by the sudden assault of the Orcs..` (App. A)
5. Mithril
In LOTR, we read that Mithril was also found in Aman & NĂșmenor:
- Mithril is used on the ship the Valar gifted EĂ€rendil to carry the Evening Star
- Heirs of Elendil wore heirloom crowns of Mithril
In this adaptation, mithril might be exclusive to Khazad-dûm.
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In LOTR, we read that Mithril was also found in Aman & NĂșmenor:
- Mithril is used on the ship the Valar gifted EĂ€rendil to carry the Evening Star
- Heirs of Elendil wore heirloom crowns of Mithril
In this adaptation, mithril might be exclusive to Khazad-dûm.
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Celebrimbor and the Elves of Eregion dearly loved mithril. They made an alloy out of mithril called ithildin ("star moon") which was put on the Doors of Durin. It was visible only by starlight or moonlight.
Celebrimbor and the Elves of Eregion dearly loved mithril. They made an alloy out of mithril called ithildin ("star moon") which was put on the Doors of Durin. It was visible only by starlight or moonlight.
MASTERY
1. EĂ€rien expertly sketches the doors to the Builder's Guild. She's wearing the Guild crest of the Builders.
1. EĂ€rien expertly sketches the doors to the Builder's Guild. She's wearing the Guild crest of the Builders.
2. Halbrand teaches Galadriel the art of conquering one's enemy
[Master the masterâ that's rule #1 in the Sauron playbook!]
[Master the masterâ that's rule #1 in the Sauron playbook!]
We could discuss *ad nauseam* how these NĂșmenoreans aren't all that "super human" as #Tolkien readers ought to expect đ
#TheRingsOfPower
#TheRingsOfPower
ISIL'S REGRET
Isildur & EĂ€rien discuss his dismissal from the sea-guard
The mural behind them shows Elves & Men working together against a Sea Serpent. The mural appears to be faded/unkept
[NĂșmenor is beautifulâ I don't want to ever leave! I don't mind a little waterđ]
Isildur & EĂ€rien discuss his dismissal from the sea-guard
The mural behind them shows Elves & Men working together against a Sea Serpent. The mural appears to be faded/unkept
[NĂșmenor is beautifulâ I don't want to ever leave! I don't mind a little waterđ]
PALANTIR
1. `Few know the full extent of his decline`
MĂriel explains Tar-Palantir was restrained in his beliefs. Things changed after his coronation. NĂșmenor rebelled against him. MĂriel was chosen to rule in his stead.
Some lore flexibility is presentâ let's unpack!
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1. `Few know the full extent of his decline`
MĂriel explains Tar-Palantir was restrained in his beliefs. Things changed after his coronation. NĂșmenor rebelled against him. MĂriel was chosen to rule in his stead.
Some lore flexibility is presentâ let's unpack!
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Tar-Palantirâ 24th NĂșmenorean ruler descended from Elros. His brother was GimilkhĂąd (PharazĂŽn's father).
MĂriel & PharazĂŽn's grandfather was Ar-GimilzĂŽr
Note: 'Ar' & 'Tar' both mean "king" but the former term is in the Adûnaic tongue; carries anti-Eru/Valar sentiment
Tar-Palantirâ 24th NĂșmenorean ruler descended from Elros. His brother was GimilkhĂąd (PharazĂŽn's father).
MĂriel & PharazĂŽn's grandfather was Ar-GimilzĂŽr
Note: 'Ar' & 'Tar' both mean "king" but the former term is in the Adûnaic tongue; carries anti-Eru/Valar sentiment
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Ar-GimilzĂŽr made NĂșmenor a living hell for the Faithful (those that worshipped Eru) who retreated to AndĂ»niĂ« (Western NĂșmenor)
He decreedâ
-Quenya speaking be forbidden
-Elven ships be banished
-Faithful who welcomed Elves to be punished
He did marry a lady of Andûnië
Ar-GimilzĂŽr made NĂșmenor a living hell for the Faithful (those that worshipped Eru) who retreated to AndĂ»niĂ« (Western NĂșmenor)
He decreedâ
-Quenya speaking be forbidden
-Elven ships be banished
-Faithful who welcomed Elves to be punished
He did marry a lady of Andûnië
(4/7)
Ar-GimilzÎr's sons Inziladûn (who became Tar-Palantir) & Gimilkhùd were very unlike each other
Inziladûn followed his mother as a Faithful, but Gimilkhùd was like his father. Gimilkhùd became leader of the King's Party & resisted his brother/king as openly as he was able
Ar-GimilzÎr's sons Inziladûn (who became Tar-Palantir) & Gimilkhùd were very unlike each other
Inziladûn followed his mother as a Faithful, but Gimilkhùd was like his father. Gimilkhùd became leader of the King's Party & resisted his brother/king as openly as he was able
(5/7)
Tar-Palantir repented of Ar-GimilzĂŽr's ways. He attempted to return his line back to following Eru & the Valar. He spent most of his rule in AndĂșniĂ«
This meant GimilkhĂąd's influence in Armenelos grew; Tar-Palantir might've been unpopular but there was no rebellion yet
Tar-Palantir repented of Ar-GimilzĂŽr's ways. He attempted to return his line back to following Eru & the Valar. He spent most of his rule in AndĂșniĂ«
This meant GimilkhĂąd's influence in Armenelos grew; Tar-Palantir might've been unpopular but there was no rebellion yet
(6/7)
#TheRingsOfPower makes some creative choicesâ
-We've an infirm Faithful King whose people rebelled for not wanting to align with Elves
-MĂriel is 'chosen' as Regent
-NĂșmenor is anti-Elven; possibly out of envy to Elves. But there's no anti-Eru/Valar sentiment (yet)
#TheRingsOfPower makes some creative choicesâ
-We've an infirm Faithful King whose people rebelled for not wanting to align with Elves
-MĂriel is 'chosen' as Regent
-NĂșmenor is anti-Elven; possibly out of envy to Elves. But there's no anti-Eru/Valar sentiment (yet)
(7/7)
Here's what not in questionâ MĂriel's claim to become Queen (NĂșmenor has had female rulers)
With the rebellion arc (per #LOTR App. B), it seems individuals might be chosen to lead
Anti-Valar sentiment is expressed as judgment; the fear of which drives MĂriel's choices
Here's what not in questionâ MĂriel's claim to become Queen (NĂșmenor has had female rulers)
With the rebellion arc (per #LOTR App. B), it seems individuals might be chosen to lead
Anti-Valar sentiment is expressed as judgment; the fear of which drives MĂriel's choices
2. `How did you...`
While Galadriel was doing Assassin's Creed: NĂșmenor, Halbrand snitches to PharazĂŽn who rings MĂriel on his cell to warn her
[Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy explanation. Then again Elrond time-travels btwn Khazad-dĂ»m & Eregionâ #Interstellar: Middle-earth]
While Galadriel was doing Assassin's Creed: NĂșmenor, Halbrand snitches to PharazĂŽn who rings MĂriel on his cell to warn her
[Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy explanation. Then again Elrond time-travels btwn Khazad-dĂ»m & Eregionâ #Interstellar: Middle-earth]
3. Narsil & LĂșthien
Narsil (sword later owned by Elendil) was made by the Dwarven-smith Telchar for Elf-King Thingol of Doriath. His only daughter was LĂșthien who was Elros & Elrond's great grandmother.
Finrod saved Beren (LĂșthien's husband) from Sauron's werewolves.
Narsil (sword later owned by Elendil) was made by the Dwarven-smith Telchar for Elf-King Thingol of Doriath. His only daughter was LĂșthien who was Elros & Elrond's great grandmother.
Finrod saved Beren (LĂșthien's husband) from Sauron's werewolves.
4. Tuor's axe & shield
'Upon a time the king...fashion a suit of armour for Tuor as a great gift...made of Ăoldorin steel overlaid with silver, but his helm was adorned two swan-wings, one on either side, and a swan's wing was wrought on his shield' (Lost Tales, II)
'Upon a time the king...fashion a suit of armour for Tuor as a great gift...made of Ăoldorin steel overlaid with silver, but his helm was adorned two swan-wings, one on either side, and a swan's wing was wrought on his shield' (Lost Tales, II)
5. Dragon-helm of Dor-lĂłmin
Heirloom of the Edain (House of Hador) considered lost; worn by TĂșrin
The Dragon-helm was crafted for a Dwarf. Men & Elves it to be massive. Only Hador & some of his descendants had the strength to wear it.
Heirloom of the Edain (House of Hador) considered lost; worn by TĂșrin
The Dragon-helm was crafted for a Dwarf. Men & Elves it to be massive. Only Hador & some of his descendants had the strength to wear it.
6. Seeing Stones
We're very familiar with palantĂri in #LOTR. Sauron, Saruman, & Denethor had one each
(1/3) was also the palantĂr that Gildor visited at Tower Hills (west of Shire) to communicate with the Master-palantir in AvallĂłnĂ« (near Valinor). Other 3 were lost.3
(1/4)
We're very familiar with palantĂri in #LOTR. Sauron, Saruman, & Denethor had one each
(1/3) was also the palantĂr that Gildor visited at Tower Hills (west of Shire) to communicate with the Master-palantir in AvallĂłnĂ« (near Valinor). Other 3 were lost.3
(1/4)
(2/4)
PalantĂri were used for communication (w/ each other) or even show visions from the future. The stones were unreliable, i.e., what was not shown could be more important than what was seen
Elendil & his sons as having escaped NĂșmenor with all 7 Seeing-stones (#LOTR App. A)
PalantĂri were used for communication (w/ each other) or even show visions from the future. The stones were unreliable, i.e., what was not shown could be more important than what was seen
Elendil & his sons as having escaped NĂșmenor with all 7 Seeing-stones (#LOTR App. A)
(3/4)
NĂșmenor's fate is sealed but it is also what the stone does not show that'll bring her Downfall
MĂriel believes her kingdom will fall if she disturbs the balance, but Galadriel is convinced that NĂșmenor's Downfall is the result of disloyaltyâ who is right?
NĂșmenor's fate is sealed but it is also what the stone does not show that'll bring her Downfall
MĂriel believes her kingdom will fall if she disturbs the balance, but Galadriel is convinced that NĂșmenor's Downfall is the result of disloyaltyâ who is right?
(4/4)
`Decision based in fear`
MĂriel's decisions aligning with her fear of the Valarâ a very Tolkienian aspect concerning NĂșmenor
'their hearts were turned against the Valar and the Eldar; but wisdom they still kept...they feared the Lords of the West, and did not defy them'
`Decision based in fear`
MĂriel's decisions aligning with her fear of the Valarâ a very Tolkienian aspect concerning NĂșmenor
'their hearts were turned against the Valar and the Eldar; but wisdom they still kept...they feared the Lords of the West, and did not defy them'
MOTHER
1. More Orcish words
`Izmûmbogh`
`Kishdibatoth`
[I cannot find anything for in Black Speech or Adûnaic word lists]
1. More Orcish words
`Izmûmbogh`
`Kishdibatoth`
[I cannot find anything for in Black Speech or Adûnaic word lists]
2. While I appreciate the sunrise & that Arondir will run out of arrows...
-How did Bronywn find the duo in the middle of a forest?
-Neither the sunrise nor their arrows should've stopped the Orcs from maiming the trioâ Revion was killed from a much greater distance at midday!
-How did Bronywn find the duo in the middle of a forest?
-Neither the sunrise nor their arrows should've stopped the Orcs from maiming the trioâ Revion was killed from a much greater distance at midday!
RESONATING
I'm told this scene was filmed with a pre-recording of @SophiaNomvete singingâ It was played LIVE on set during the scene. Cast & crew were completely stunned by how powerful it sounded. The "acting" is a genuine reaction to the song. C:@bearmccreary
#TheRingsOfPower
I'm told this scene was filmed with a pre-recording of @SophiaNomvete singingâ It was played LIVE on set during the scene. Cast & crew were completely stunned by how powerful it sounded. The "acting" is a genuine reaction to the song. C:@bearmccreary
#TheRingsOfPower
1. `What was that?`
Well, dearest Elrond, let me explain.
Resonance is when waves (sound) interacting w an object cause that object to generate its own more enhanced waves. It can only happen if the interacting wave is 'similar' to the wave that the object can produce.
(1/3)
Well, dearest Elrond, let me explain.
Resonance is when waves (sound) interacting w an object cause that object to generate its own more enhanced waves. It can only happen if the interacting wave is 'similar' to the wave that the object can produce.
(1/3)
(2/3)
Think of how sound can shatter glass
If sound waves of precise pitch (556 Hz) & high intensity (105 dB) are aimed at glass, particles in the glass will start to vibrate. Bc glass particles are fixed, vibrations causes glass particles to no longer stay fixedâ it shatters!
Think of how sound can shatter glass
If sound waves of precise pitch (556 Hz) & high intensity (105 dB) are aimed at glass, particles in the glass will start to vibrate. Bc glass particles are fixed, vibrations causes glass particles to no longer stay fixedâ it shatters!
(3/3)
As Disa sings out, the pitch & intensity of her voice echoes through the mountain (probably the Caradhrasâ since the lost miners were mining mithril)
Her voice resonates perfectly with the 'freer' particles of the mountain here. Not enough to bring down the Caradhras!
As Disa sings out, the pitch & intensity of her voice echoes through the mountain (probably the Caradhrasâ since the lost miners were mining mithril)
Her voice resonates perfectly with the 'freer' particles of the mountain here. Not enough to bring down the Caradhras!
FATHERS/SONS
1. In #Tolkien lore, heirs/descendants are often the greatest legacy of any character
In #LOTRâ Frodo is Blibo's legacy. Had Bilbo not chosen Frodo as his heir, no one would've been able to carry the ring to Mordor
Hence Tolkien's emphasis on family trees!
1. In #Tolkien lore, heirs/descendants are often the greatest legacy of any character
In #LOTRâ Frodo is Blibo's legacy. Had Bilbo not chosen Frodo as his heir, no one would've been able to carry the ring to Mordor
Hence Tolkien's emphasis on family trees!
2. Elrond: Son of EĂ€rendil
Elrond bears the weight of expectation of being his father's son. His endeavor to do right is driven by his father's heroism; mingled with the grief of his absence
Whom does Elrond seek to guide him? Is this why he seeks to please Gil-galad?
Elrond bears the weight of expectation of being his father's son. His endeavor to do right is driven by his father's heroism; mingled with the grief of his absence
Whom does Elrond seek to guide him? Is this why he seeks to please Gil-galad?
3. `You need not wait for that day to hear my voice`
Unlike Elrond, Durin IV has always had and will continue to have the counsel of his fatherâ even after Durin III passes from this world
[We shouldn't have two Durins but I really cannot hate this 'deviation' from the lore]
Unlike Elrond, Durin IV has always had and will continue to have the counsel of his fatherâ even after Durin III passes from this world
[We shouldn't have two Durins but I really cannot hate this 'deviation' from the lore]
4. `Intuition's a powerful tonic`
Elves for Elves, no?
Elves for Elves, no?
A BEAUTIFUL SERVANT
The broken blade fashioned by the Master's [Sauron's] own hand for their Southland ancestorsâ ones `who swore a blood oath to Morgoth` (Halbrand, S1.E3)
Does the drawing of one's blood from the piercing hilt how a Man makes a blood oath to the Master?
The broken blade fashioned by the Master's [Sauron's] own hand for their Southland ancestorsâ ones `who swore a blood oath to Morgoth` (Halbrand, S1.E3)
Does the drawing of one's blood from the piercing hilt how a Man makes a blood oath to the Master?
WHITE LEAVES
1. `Go in Peace`
NĂșmenor's civil war has left deep wounds on the psyche of her people & rulers. The Crown had survived one rebellion, it mightn't survive another. The kingdom hangs by a thread
"3175: Repentance of Tar-Palantir. Civil war in NĂșmenor" (#LOTR)
(1/2)
1. `Go in Peace`
NĂșmenor's civil war has left deep wounds on the psyche of her people & rulers. The Crown had survived one rebellion, it mightn't survive another. The kingdom hangs by a thread
"3175: Repentance of Tar-Palantir. Civil war in NĂșmenor" (#LOTR)
(1/2)
(2/2)
Bc MĂriel believes the Valar has already judged NĂșmenor she cannot see how helping Galadriel will delay NĂșmenor's judgement.
Her strategy is for NĂșmenor to remain unperturbed by any tempest (*Galadriel*) while the kingdom recovers from their unresolved past.
Bc MĂriel believes the Valar has already judged NĂșmenor she cannot see how helping Galadriel will delay NĂșmenor's judgement.
Her strategy is for NĂșmenor to remain unperturbed by any tempest (*Galadriel*) while the kingdom recovers from their unresolved past.
2. `Your people will be relieved`
PharazĂŽn assures MĂriel that her decision was right
While 'one Elf' could not threaten the 'sons and daughters of the Edain', her presence had disturbed the peace
PharazĂŽn speaks for the peopleâ they will be relieved that Galadriel is gone!
PharazĂŽn assures MĂriel that her decision was right
While 'one Elf' could not threaten the 'sons and daughters of the Edain', her presence had disturbed the peace
PharazĂŽn speaks for the peopleâ they will be relieved that Galadriel is gone!
3. `when the petals of the White Tree fall`
Seeing the falling white petals for the first time ever, MĂriel now sees her worst fears coming true.
NĂșmenor can't tarry any longer to be saved. MĂriel must act to assist Galadriel's missionâ Her decision is based in fear.
(1/3)
Seeing the falling white petals for the first time ever, MĂriel now sees her worst fears coming true.
NĂșmenor can't tarry any longer to be saved. MĂriel must act to assist Galadriel's missionâ Her decision is based in fear.
(1/3)
(2/3)
MĂriel's gaze is fixed upon Galadriel. Elendil sees the falling petals and then looks to MĂriel. He sees the fear in her face with dawning realization. He follows her gaze towards Galadriel's boat.
MĂriel's gaze is fixed upon Galadriel. Elendil sees the falling petals and then looks to MĂriel. He sees the fear in her face with dawning realization. He follows her gaze towards Galadriel's boat.
(3/3)
PharazĂŽn calls out to MĂrielâ Apart from the non-verbal cues, it's our first peek at a private moment between them. Calling her 'MĂriel' shows they're actually close confidantes outside court.
MĂriel turns to face himâ he sees her fear; he sees she's changed her mind.
PharazĂŽn calls out to MĂrielâ Apart from the non-verbal cues, it's our first peek at a private moment between them. Calling her 'MĂriel' shows they're actually close confidantes outside court.
MĂriel turns to face himâ he sees her fear; he sees she's changed her mind.
4. `Is our valor confined to the graves of our slumbering fathers? Or is it here, amongst us...waiting to burst forth as the rising Sun?`
MĂriel announces a volunteer force to assist her in the Southlandsâ Does NĂșmenor not have a standing army?
What awaits them in Middle-earth?
MĂriel announces a volunteer force to assist her in the Southlandsâ Does NĂșmenor not have a standing army?
What awaits them in Middle-earth?
BONUS
This clip features my fav choreography on the show to date. Haunting & beautiful.
But like @MaggieParke I also immensely disliked that voiceover at the end. I made a tiny & imperfect edit to remove it.
Wondering if people notice any differences w/o v.o.
#TheRingsOfPower
This clip features my fav choreography on the show to date. Haunting & beautiful.
But like @MaggieParke I also immensely disliked that voiceover at the end. I made a tiny & imperfect edit to remove it.
Wondering if people notice any differences w/o v.o.
#TheRingsOfPower
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