Description

Where is that big bad Sauron guy hiding out now? Hey, where is he?

Episode Takeaways:

• The episode serves as a stepping stone to the finale.
• Galadriel's confrontation with Sauron reveals deeper themes of power and choice.
• The manipulation of characters like Celebrimbor and the dwarves adds complexity to the narrative.
• Ellen Deed's judgment reflects the struggle between loyalty and truth.
• The orcs are portrayed with more depth, challenging traditional views of them as mere villains.
• The significance of Mythril in the dwarven storyline is crucial to the plot's progression.
• Despite knowing the lore, the podcast hosts express curiosity about how the events will unfold.
• The dynamic between characters showcases the emotional stakes involved in their decisions.
• The episode sets the stage for a climactic battle in the upcoming episodes.
• The exploration of themes like gaslighting and manipulation adds a modern twist to the fantasy narrative.

Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

Where Is He?
Galadriel considers a proposition. Elendil faces judgment. The Stranger finds himself at a crossroads. Sauron’s plans bear fruit.
Directed by: Sanaa Hamri
Written by: Justin Doble
Starring: Charlie Vickers, Morfydd Clark, Robert Aramayo, Benjamin Walker, Daniel Weyman, Ciarán Hinds, Markella Kavenagh, Megan Richards, Charles Edwards, Jack Lowden, Sam Hazeldine 

The Lord of The Rings: Extended- A Middle Earth Podcast
Music: Haunting Celtic Soundtrack
Artist: Zac Nelson
Stock Media provided by zacnelson / Pond5
Art: Created by Dylan Blight & Cherie Henriques
The Lord of The Rings/The Rings of Power elements are owned by respective copyright holders at Tolkien Estate & Prime Video.

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