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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LOTR: The Greatest Swords of Middle-Earth, Explained

The world of The Lord of the Rings is full of blades with rich histories and fantastical deeds. These are some of the most important.

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LOTR: How Is Faramir Able To Resist The One Ring?

Boromir almost killed to get his hands on the One Ring- yet his brother, Faramir, was somehow resistance to its power.

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10 Most Timeless PS2 RPGs, Ranked
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The best PS2 RPGs on the market have proved themselves as timeless classics that are still worth picking up over 2 decades later.

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LOTR: Where Does Shelob Come From?

The giant spider of Middle-earth has a mysterious history, despite her many appearances throughout Lord of the Rings media.

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LOTR: The Return Of The King Extended Edition's Most Unnecessary Scenes

The thrilling conclusion of The Lord of the Rings trilogy is already 3 1/2 hours long. These scenes only succeeded in making it longer.

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Lord of the Rings: 7 Most Important Orcs In The Series

The vast majority of orcs in The Lord of the Rings are just cannon fodder. However, there are a select few that play key roles in the story.

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Minecraft Player Builds Rivendell From Lord of the Rings

A creative Lord of the Rings fan shares a look at their Minecraft recreation of Rivendell, impressing fans of the iconic franchise.

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Lord Of The Rings: Who Was Aragorn's Mother?

He is often introduced as Aragorn, son of Arathorn, but what about the woman who gave birth to Gondor's salvation?

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LOTR: Where Are The Dwarf Women?

Despite certain misconceptions, Dwarves do not spring up from holes in the ground, and Dwarf women do exist.

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LOTR: Scenes From The Extended Two Towers That Made The Movie Even Better

The Two Towers already has plenty of excitement and heart, but these scenes make it even better.

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Lord of the Rings: What Happened To Each Member of The Fellowship After The Trilogy

The story of The Lord of the Rings didn't end during the climax of the movies and books. Here's what happened to each member of the fellowship after.

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LOTR: Scenes From The Extended Two Towers That Were Unnecessary

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers extended edition is amazing, but there are a few scenes that it could have done without.

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Should The Legend of Zelda Movie’s Inspiration Be Lord of the Rings or Ghibli?

These popular fantasy stories have inspired Zelda games in the past, but is there one that would work better for the movie adaptation?

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LOTR: What Are The Differences Between Goblins And Orcs?

The Lord Of The Rings features many frightening creatures, but what is it that makes Orcs unique?

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LOTR: What is the Arkenstone?

The Dwarves of The Lord Of The Rings covet the Arkenstone, but why?

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LOTR: Why Didn't Aragorn & Eowyn End Up Together?

Many Lord of the Rings fans believe that Aragorn should have been with Eowyn, so why didn't it happen?

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Is Middle-earth The Only Continent In Lord of the Rings?

While Middle-earth is where the main quest of the LOTR story happens, there are other places in the world that aren't explored as much.

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LOTR: The Horses Of Middle-Earth Explained

More than a means of transportation, the horses in The Lord of the Rings are just as important as the main characters.

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LOTR: Why Do Fans Prefer The Extended Editions?

These longer versions of the LOTR movies add a ton of value to the story, even with the smallest scenes.

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Lord Of The Rings: 8 Most Tragic Characters, Ranked

The Lord of the Rings franchise is filled with fascinating characters, but there are also lots of tragedies as a result of the conflicts taking place.