Mythgard's Exploring The Lord of the Rings

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Session 186: Bilbo's Gambit May 21, 2021

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05/18/2021

Episode 186: Council of Elrond Session 62

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In which Elrond broadly hints that small hands will do “the work.” Bilbo appears to jumps to a very hobbity conclusion. What was Bilbo’s thought process in volunteering? Is his happily-ever-after ending in jeopardy or Bilbo attempting to protect the small-hand crew? (Boromir, read the room!)

Field Trip: Wells of Langflood, Thokvist

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Session 184: Concerning the Elven Rings May 08, 2021

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But what about those Elf Rings? What are they good for?

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Session 183: Speaking of Using Rings Against Sauron Apr 24, 2021

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04/20/2021

Episode 183: Council of Elrond Session 59

In which Boromir is rebuked but then assured that his idea was understandable if misinformed. Gloin shows off his own misinformation by suggesting the remaining rings of power be rounded up and combined. He then asks the Elves of the remaining Dwarf Ring and if the 3 Elf Rings are still at large. Was Thror’s Ring the last of the Dwarven rings? Who has it now? Gandalf recounts the fate of Thror’s Ring.

Field Trip: Wells of Langflood Skerabrygg, Sundergrot

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Session 181: How to Oppose Sauron Apr 16, 2021

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04/06/2021

Episode 181: Council of Elrond Session 57

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In which Elrond explains why using the ring is a bad idea. What are the dynamics of ring ownership? Is the nature of the ring that of a tool or an entity? How then does it work on others?

Field Trip: Wells of Langflood

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Session 182: Opposing Sauron Plan B Apr 16, 2021

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04/13/2021

Episode 182: Council of Elrond Session 58

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In which we discuss the “Orc Problem.” Boromir and Elrond face off concerning the bravery of men and elves. Boromir then takes a poke at Aragorn’s role in the coming strife, and whatever mysterious errands the Rangers of Ithilien are doing. Aragorn makes a point that there are more than one front to this war.

Field Trip: Wells of Langflood

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Session 178: Reasoned Deliberations Apr 03, 2021

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Tonight we will look at the logic underlying the suggestions of various (Elvish) Council members.

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Session 180: A Modest Proposal Apr 03, 2021

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03/30/2021

Episode 180: Council of Elrond Session 56

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In which a decidedly unelven plan to unmake the ring is proposed by Elrond. Did Elrond always want to destroy the ring after it was taken by Isildur? Boromir has a moment with his horn before asking why the council doesn’t’ want to use “The Great Ring” to their advantage.

Field Trip: Wells of Langflood

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Session 179: The Climax of the Council Apr 03, 2021

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In which Elrond finally lays down some counsel which is at least 45% stronger than the average Morgul spell.

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Session 177: Risks and Options Mar 13, 2021

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03/09/2021

177: Council of Elrond Session 53

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In which we consider why the Valar refuse to help/take the ring. Were the 3 elven rings a mistake? A discussion on how the Valar work and the role of provenance. Is Glorfindel bringing up hypothetical talking points re: ring disposal, or are his ideas terrible? Why can’ there be a Third Alliance of the Free People?

Field Trip: Bridge of Hadhodiant

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Session 176: Weighing the Options Mar 06, 2021

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03/02/2021

176: Council of Elrond Session 52

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In which Glorfindel points out that hiding the ring only delays the inevitable, even if Bombadil could be trusted with the task. Galdor agrees and adds that no one in Middle Earth has the strength and will to keep it hidden. What is the Night (capital N) and where have we heard stories of The Darkness before? Are Elrond’s All-Stars up to the challenge ahead?

Homework: Why would the Valar refuse to help/take the ring?

Field Trip: Vales of Anduin

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