This episodes was recorded in Ohio, transported to Germany, edited and posted from the SHIRE ~ Cirencester, England! The stars are no longer the only lights in Middle-earth, and the Elves are no longer alone. This week, we dive into Chapter 12 of The Silmarillion, "Of Men."

As the Sun first rises in the West, the second children of Ilúvatar awake in the far east of Hildórien. We discuss the striking differences between the Firstborn and the Followers, the mystery surrounding Men's early days, and how Morgoth immediately moved to corrupt them. Plus, we break down the "Gift of Men"—mortality—and how Tolkien sets up the ultimate bittersweet destiny of humanity in Arda.

We also discuss: Rings of Power Season 3, The Hunt for Gollum, and Shadow of the Past

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