Where did Sauron come from and what was he doing during the Second Age?
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?
Savagery Through the Eyes of a Savage
How bad does something have to be in order for a vicious, shape-shifting were-bear to call it savage?
The Beauty of Making a Child Weep
When Tolkien impacts your child deeply enough to warrant tears...
A Sword Instead of a Walking Stick
You think Bilbo was unprepared? Get a load of these guys.
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 →