ThisLord of the Ringsreview contains spoilers forThe Rings of Power.
Its often an all is lostmoment when it seems like the hero has completely failed.
Thats what this episode is.
The consequences of the eruption of Mount Doom are serious Miriel is blind and the Southlands have been destroyed.
Elsewhere, Durin and Elronds attempts to save the Elves haveawoken a Balrogand the Harfoots seem doomed to starve.
RIP Ontamo, your comic relief moments will be sorely missed.
Their storyline progresses the least in this episode, but it does culminate in a really chilling image.
The Harfoots themselves are becoming more rounded and relatable characters as well.
There are some inconsistencies in how they have been portrayed across the series.
These are people who will leave a friend to die if they break their ankle!
Its a nice touch.
In the books, Galadriel and Celeborn are already married at this point, but living separately.
This episode introduces a new bit of potential speculation as well who is Theo?
Galadriel gives him an Elvish sword.
In Tolkiens lore, Isildur had a brother called Anarion who hasnt appeared in the series.
Disa has convinced Prince Durin to keep digging for mithril despite his fathers misgivings.
Adar and the Orcs have transformed the Southlands into a livable home for themselves.
The Harfoots are going to find Probably-Gandalf and warn him about Probably-Sauron.
Galadriel is taking Halbrand off for some Elvish medicine.
Rating:
3.5 out of 5
