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Back to Search5. The Coming of the Elves
Episode 5
The Elves are finally here! But are the Valar ready? And what terrible things does Melkor have in store for them?
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Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
4. The Most Beautiful Creations of the Valar: The 2 Trees of Valinor
Episode 4
The way Tolkien brings light to his world is extremely unique and highlights the struggle between the powers of good and evil. So what do 2 trees have to do with this? Well, it's very one of the cool…
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
3. All 14 of the Valar
Episode 3
These are the most powerful spirits in Arda, the main powers of the world, and the most important themes in the eyes of Tolkien. Let's explore their roles and how they affect Middle Earth.
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Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
2. The Beginning of Time
Episode 2
The creation story continues with the introduction of Manwe, Ulmo, and Aule: the Valar who represent the air, water, and land, respectively, and we descend into the world at the beginning of time its…
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
1. The Creation Story: The Ainulindalë
Season 1 Episode 1
How did Tolkien's world begin? Here's his creation myth, as told by the Elves, with some very interesting foreshadowing for what this means for the future of the world and how things will play out fo…
Published on 3 years, 10 months ago