Pt. II of the Sauron during the 2nd Age series.
The Indifferent Gods
Was the Ainur's "abandonment" of Middle-earth foretold in their music?
The Height of Moria’s Glory
What led to Moria becoming such a powerful city for the Dwarves? When did it reach the height of its power? When was its eventual downfall?
The Foundation of Númenor and the Establishment of the Dúnedain
Where was Númenor? Who were the Dúnedain and why were they so powerful?
The Grey Havens
When were the Grey Havens established, and by whom? What were they used for?
The Start of the Second Age
When and how did the Second Age of Middle-earth begin? What's a Morgoth? And what does Randy have to do with anything?
Second Age Exploratory Series: Intro
A series exploring the events and known information concerning the Second Age of Tolkien's Middle-earth prior to the release of Amazon's TV series.
Behold the Dragon of Enormous Girth, Who Smashed Up Some Towers on Middle-earth
How big was Ancalagon the Black?
Whence the Cloak & Hood?
It was a dwarf with a blue beard tucked into a golden belt, and very bright eyes under his dark-green hood. As soon as the door was opened, he pushed inside, just as if he had been expected. He hung his hooded cloak on the nearest peg, and “Dwalin at your service!” he said with... Continue Reading →
The One Ring: Lost in a sea of poor record-keeping?
I have been going through Professor Corey Olsen's series of Mythgard podcasts discussing The Lord of the Rings. In doing so, I've had some clarity with regards to something that has always sort of "bothered me" (for lack of a better term). Mostly this surrounded the question (that many have seemingly shared, prompting Olsen to... Continue Reading →