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LOTR: A Quick Guide to the Different Races of Elves
Elves are a foundational part of the mythos of Middle-Earth, but the many different clans and races can be tough to keep track of.
Lord Of The Rings: What Happened to the Rest of the Balrogs?
The fearsome Balrog of Morgoth is an ancient evil faced by the Fellowship of the Ring. What happened to the rest of these beasts?
Lord of the Rings: What Was Beleriand?
The land of Middle-Earth once had an entire region where some of the most important battles played out. What was Beleriand?
LOTR: The Great Plague of Gondor, Explained
The kingdom of Gondor was once threatened by a terrible plague. How did this disease contribute to the lore of The Lord of the Rings?
LOTR: What Was Mirkwood Like Before It Turned Dark?
Before it was home to giant spiders and Necromancers, Mirkwood was a beautiful forest.
LOTR: How Do The Wizards' Powers Actually Work?
The wizards of Middle-Earth are some of the most iconic figures in The Lord of the Rings, but it can be hard to tell what powers they actually have.
LOTR: The Battle of Unnumbered Tears, Explained
One of the bloodiest battles in Middle-Earth occurred long before The Lord of the Rings.
LOTR: Why Are Orcs Afraid of Sunlight?
Sauron's hideous foot-soldiers have always had an aversion to Vitamin D. Where does this come from?
LOTR: Who is Yavanna?
The immortal Valar are the gods of Tolkien’s early mythos. Who is Yavanna, the Giver of Fruit?
The Hobbit: Who Was Thorin's Father, Thráin?
The father of Thorin Oakenshield was a heroic Dwarf whose story ended in tragedy. Who was Thráin II?
LOTR: What is the Nauglamír?
One of the most famous artifacts in Middle-Earth was forged far before the One Ring. What is the importance of the Nauglamír?
LOTR: Gimli's Bond With Galadriel, Explained
The friendship of Gimli and Legolas The Lord of the Rings is one of the most famous bonds in the series. What about Gimli's fondness for Galadriel?
LOTR: What are the Werewolves of Middle-Earth?
Fans of The Lord of the Rings might be familiar with the fearsome Wargs, but Tolkien's earlier works feature actual werewolves.
LOTR: The Doors of Durin, Explained
The riddle of the doors of Moria is one of the most mystical moments in The Lord of the Rings. What is the story behind their creation?
LOTR: A Quick Guide to the Languages of Middle-Earth
Language has always been foundational to Tolkien’s works. Here’s a quick run-down of the most important tongues in The Lord of the Rings.
LOTR: Did Sauron Have the Ring While in Númenor?
Millennia before the Lord of the Rings, Sauron's corruption ruined the kingdom of Númenor. What happened to the One Ring during this time?
LOTR: Why Did Boromir Join the Fellowship?
Boromir is a divisive character among Lord of the Rings fans. Regardless of how much good or bad he did for the quest, why did he join the Fellowship?
LOTR: Could Any of the Hobbits Have Carried the One Ring?
Everyone knows Frodo Baggins as the heroic hobbit who bore the One Ring, but could any of his hobbit companions also have carried it?
LOTR: The Greatest Swords of Middle-Earth, Explained
The world of The Lord of the Rings is full of blades with rich histories and fantastical deeds. These are some of the most important.
LOTR: Who is the Barkeep in Bree?
Barliman Butterbur is one of the goofiest characters in The Lord of the Rings, but his actions actually play a significant role in the story.