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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7 Best Lord Of The Rings Songs From The Books

The Lord of the Rings is well-known for its magnificent poetry and songs. Here are some of the finest songs that appear in Tolkien's books.

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LOTR: Why Is Gandalf So Mean To Pippin?

Gandalf is known to be particularly friendly with hobbits, but why is he so mean to Pippin throughout their journey together?

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Lord Of The Rings: 8 Most Mysterious Creatures in Middle-earth

Tolkien's Middle-earth is full of strange and mysterious beings. Here are just a few mentioned in the Lord of the Rings and other works.

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Lord Of The Rings: 8 Strongest Weapons in Middle-earth

From swords to maces, here are Middle-earth's most powerful weapons witnessed in the Lord of the Rings lore.

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LOTR: Was Aragorn A Good King?

Aragorn is one of the most beloved characters from The Lord Of The Ring, but whether or not he was a good king is a question many fans have asked.

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LOTR: How Long Do Dwarves Live?

The Dwarves of The Lord Of The Rings are loved by all, but exactly how long are their lives deep within the mountains?

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LOTR: The Battle of Minas Tirith, Explained

The Battle Of Minas Tirith is a thrilling event in The Lord Of The Rings, but what happened during the fight?

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Lord of the Rings Online: Mariner Class Breakdown

The Best War Games gets an early look at how Lord of the Rings Online's upcoming Mariner class plays out, including its playstyle and trait lines.

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LOTR: What Happened To The Mines Of Moria After The War Of The One Ring?

Once Sauron was defeated and Aragorn was crowned the King of Gondor, changes came to the Mines of Moria.

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Every Major PC Game Skipping Steam in Fall 2023

While Steam is still the go-to digital storefront for many PC players, several major upcoming titles won't be releasing on Valve's popular platform.

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LOTR: What are the Regions of the Shire?

Before Frodo, Sam, Merry, and Pippin went on a grand adventure in LOTR, the Shire - and all its different regions - was the place they called home.

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LOTR: Was Rohan's Army Bigger Than Gondor's?

Explore the awe-inspiring might of Rohan and Gondor's armies in the expansive realm of The Lord of the Rings.

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LOTR: Who Are The Other Major Dragons of Middle-earth?

Dragons like Smaug are familiar faces to LOTR fans, but are there any other dragons living in Middle-earth?

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LOTR: What Happened to Faramir After the War of the One Ring?

Faramir suffered a great deal of loss during Lord of the Rings, but what happened to him after the war ended?

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7 Best Middle-earth Tabletop Games

Fans of The Lord of the Rings franchise shouldn't miss out on these fantastic tabletop games.

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LOTR: Why Is Rohan So Important?

The Land of the Horse-Lords plays a much more significant role in the story than one might think.

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LOTR: Why Was Rivendell Never Attacked?

Sauron was arguably the scariest villain of the Lord of the Rings series, but even the Dark Lord wasn't dumb enough to try an attack on Rivendell.

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Starfield Fan Finds Obscure Lord of the Rings Easter Egg

An eagle-eyed Starfield fan discovers an obscure reference to The Lord of the Rings in Bethesda's space-faring role-playing game.

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LOTR: Was The Shire Ever Attacked?

In Lord of the Rings, the Shire stands as a sanctuary of tranquility and peace. Did it ever fall victim to an attack?

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LOTR: How is Arwen Related to Galadriel?

Most Lord of the Rings fans know there's a connection between Arwen and Lady Galadriel, but not everyone knows they're bound by blood (or how).