We discuss the three-episode premiere of The Rings of Power Season 2 and catch up on where our key characters were left from last season.

Episode Takeaways:

• The first three episodes serve as a prologue for the season, reintroducing characters and setting the stage for the main storyline.
• Sauron's long-term plan is to obtain the rings, leading him to the One Ring.
• Elrond takes on a more active role and forms an alliance with Galadriel.
• The show explores the challenge of depicting the passage of time and the controversy over humanizing orcs. The portrayal of orcs and the humanization of characters is a topic of discussion.
• The political machinations in Numenor and the story of Isildur and Beren are intriguing storylines.
• The struggles of the dwarves to grow crops and the mystery surrounding the stranger and the dark wizard add depth to the show.
• The mixed reviews indicate a range of opinions about the show's quality.
• The decision to have multiple seasons shows confidence in the show's potential.

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

“Elven Kings Under the Sky"

Dir: Charlotte Brändström, Writers: Gennifer Hutchison

Sauron bargains with Adar. The Stranger and Nori venture into new lands. The Three Elven Rings face judgment.

“Where the Stars are Strange"

Dir: Charlotte Brändström, Louise Hooper Writers: Jason Cahill

Darkness falls over Khazad-dûm. Sauron and Galadriel each seek new allies. The Stranger and Harfoots encounter a growing threat.

“The Eagle and the Sceptre"

Dir: Charlotte Brändström, Louise Hooper Writers: Jason Cahill

Isildur and an old friend reunite. Arondir grapples with change. Míriel faces rising opposition. Annatar counsels Celebrimbor.

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 Tolkein Estate & Prime Video.

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