Lord of the Rings

The Lord of the Rings is one of the most iconic names in entertainment. The franchise started with novels from J. R. R. Tolkien before being adapted onto the big screen by Peter Jackson in one of the most critically-acclaimed film trilogies of all time. There have also been numerous The Lord of the Rings video games of varying quality. 

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Tales of the Shire Shouldn’t Shy Away From Its ‘Shire Crossing’ Nickname

Tales of the Shire is being jokingly referred to as "Shire Crossing" due to its Animal Crossing similarities, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.

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LOTR: Where Were The Other Dwarves During The War Of The Ring?

During The Lord Of The Rings, dwarves are rarely seen, except for Gimli. Where are they and how are they contributing to the War of the Ring?

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New Game Is Lord of the Rings Meets Stardew Valley

A new game mixes the fantasy world of the Lord of the Rings and a cozy farming sim experience with strong Stardew Valley vibes.

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LOTR: What Happened To Gollum Between The Hobbit & The Lord Of The Rings?

After Bilbo took the One Ring from him, Gollum had a long and hard journey before meeting Frodo.

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Embracer Group Is Splitting Into Separate Companies

Embracer Group announces its division into three standalone companies, each taking with it a section of the company’s vast video game portfolio.

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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.

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War Of The Rohirrim: What We Know About The Next Lord of the Rings Movie

With a new Lord of the Rings movie set to release at the end of this year, fans are eager for any news about what the new film entails.

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LOTR: Sauron As The Necromancer Explained

In The Hobbit, Gandalf discovers that The Necromancer is truly Sauron. Why did the Dark Lord use this name, and what was he up to?

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Fantasy Characters That Are Better Archers Than Legolas

Legolas may be one of media's most famous fantasy archers, but there are plenty of other characters who could live up to or surpass his skill.

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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?

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Rings of Power: 7 Things The Series Changes About Middle Earth

Amazon's Rings of Power series introduces a lot of changes from the lore in Tolkein's original works.

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LOTR: The Grey Havens Explained

The Grey Havens is shown in the final moments of The Return of the King, but what do we know about it?

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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.

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The Sims and Stardew Valley Fans Should Mark April 22 On Their Calendars

Cozy games have carved out quite the niche for themselves, and on April 22, fans of The Sims and Stardew Valley will get to hear all about a new one.

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LOTR: Did Sauron Have the Ring While in Númenor?

Millennia before the Lord of the Rings, Sauron's corruption ruined the kingdom of Númenor. What happened to the One Ring during this time?

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12 Best TV Series To Watch If You Love Game Of Thrones

When there's just not enough Game of Thrones to satiate that viewing hunger, the following shows just might fit the bill.

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LOTR: Who Were The Dwarves of the Iron Hills?

These Dwarves of the northeast play a big role in the finale of The Hobbit.

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LOTR: Why Did Boromir Join the Fellowship?

Boromir is a divisive character among Lord of the Rings fans. Regardless of how much good or bad he did for the quest, why did he join the Fellowship?

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LOTR: Who Was In The Council Of Elrond Other Than The Fellowship?

Who else helped to decide the fate of the One Ring?

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6 Darkest Lord Of The Rings Characters, Ranked

Good and evil is a clear concept in The Lord of the Rings, and the darkness within some characters makes them tragic, or straight-up evil.