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LOTR: What Does Sauron Actually Look Like?
The Dark Lord of Middle-Earth has been an armored giant and a fiery eyeball. What does he actually look like?
LOTR: Did Sauron Know About Shelob, The Giant Spider?
Shelob the spider is one of the most terrifying obstacles faced by Frodo in his journey. Does Sauron know of her existence?
LOTR: Why Aren't All the Palantíri Accounted For?
Gandalf says the magical seeing stones aren't all accounted for. Where could they have gone, and why were they lost at all?
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: 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: 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.