A Man Cast in Darkness: Origins of a Servant “I’m the Mouth of Sauron. I convey you his phrases.” These chilling phrases, delivered with icy vanity, herald the arrival of one of the unsettling and enigmatic figures in J.R.R. Tolkien’s *The Lord of the Rings*: the Mouth of Sauron. Greater than a easy messenger, he’s…
The world of Middle-earth, as envisioned by J.R.R. Tolkien, is rich with diverse races and creatures, both benevolent and malevolent. Among the most sinister and grotesque of these are the goblins, denizens of the deep who lurk beneath the mountains, preying on the unwary. At the helm of this chaotic horde stands the Goblin King,…
Introduction From the heart of the First Age to the twilight of the Third, certain artifacts resonate with an aura of magic, history, and profound significance. Among these, few possess the weight of destiny carried by the Ring of Barahir. More than a mere piece of crafted jewelry, the ring embodies the very essence of…
Introduction In the vast tapestry of Middle-earth, woven with tales of heroism, sacrifice, and the eternal struggle between good and evil, few figures inspire as much dread and awe as the Witch-king of Angmar. A shadow of immense power, bound to the will of the Dark Lord Sauron, he embodies the corrupting influence of power,…
