This is a collection of my writing and correspondence with a few bits of poetry and random thoughts mixed in. I started this blog after learning that some of my letters had an uplifting quality. In the pages of this blog you will find my real life trials and tribulations, the nature of what I think is truth, and the dust and grit of my real life.
Friday, September 30, 2022
Mordor
Side by side, just like they started, Frodo and Sam finally reach Mordor. After losing friends and hope more than once, their journey does not conclude here. A stretch of land swarming with Orcs lies between them and Mount Doom, the cradle and tomb of the Ring.
Dressed as Orcs, they descend the hill and venture into the volcanic plain with no plan, only determination.
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Wednesday, September 28, 2022
Mordor - Tower of Cirith Ungol
Perched upon a dark sterile rock, this outpost, once used to survey the Ungol pass, is now teeming with Orcs and Uruks.
Sam must now infiltrate the tower and save Frodo before any harm comes to him.
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Monday, September 26, 2022
Mordor - Shelob's Lair
Many foul creatures lurk in the shadow of Mordor and this tunnel is home to one of them: Shelob. Through ages, she spun her vile silk through tunnels and passages, turning them into perfect traps for unwitting prey.
Frodo realises that Gollum has led him into this trap, but it is too late as he is stuck and struggling to escape.
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Friday, September 23, 2022
Mordor - Ledge Camp
Although not known for his wits, Gollum can concoct sneaky plans when the Ring inspires him to.
He tricks Frodo into believing that his loyal friend Sam wants the Ring for himself. Vulnerable, exhausted and alone, Frodo continues the journey up the dark mountain.
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Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Mordor - Stairs of Cirith Ungol
Running up almost vertically on the Eastern side of Ephel Dúath, these steps might be Orc-free, but are still dangerous
Persuaded by Gollum, the Hobbits muster their strength and plunge even deeper into the darkness.
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Monday, September 19, 2022
Mordor - Minas Morgul
Built by the Men of Gondor, this citadel shrouded in cadaverous light is now the stronghold of the Ringwraiths.
Frodo feels the call of the Witch-King and approaches the gate, but is fortunately pulled back just in time, as a dark army marches out.
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Friday, September 16, 2022
Mordor - North Ithilien Forest
Like many places close to Mordor, this forest used to be lush and inhabited by Men but it now fades under the cover of the Shadow.
Seemingly cheerful, Gollum leads the Hobbits forward, but in secret he begins to brew a plan.
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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Mordor - Osgiliath
Before being captured by Sauron, this city was a place of light, beauty and music. It was the jewel of Gondor. Although uninhabitable now, the city preserves one of the last standing bridges over Anduin and remains an important strategic point.
Faramir brings reinforcements to the city and, upon witnessing the corrupting power of the Ring, decides to let the Hobbits continue their journey, even if going against his father’s wishes might forfeit his life.
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Monday, September 12, 2022
Mordor - Henneth Annûn
Treated with mistrust, as any suspected spies would be, Frodo and Sam are brought by the Rangers to their hideout to be questioned.
Here, Faramir learns that the Hobbits knew the late Boromir and that they are carrying the Ring. Wishing to prove his worth, Faramir decides to bring them before his father Denethor, in Minas Tirith.
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Friday, September 9, 2022
Mordor - Edge of Ithilien
While the company rests, a dark army passes under the cliff. Hordes of wicked men from all over the world march towards Mordor, summoned by Sauron for war.
The forest is watched by other keen eyes: the Rangers of Ithilien. The Men ambush the soldiers and also capture the Hobbits, believing them to be servants of the Dark Lord.
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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Mordor - Night Camp
After advising the Hobbits against entering Mordor through the Black Gate, Gollum leads them around the Mountains of Shadow towards a secret passage.
With Sam and Frodo asleep, Gollum confronts his corrupted side and banishes it, becoming Sméagol once more.
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Monday, September 5, 2022
Eye of Sauron - Black Gate
Escaping the Dead Marshes does not give great relief as they are now faced with this disheartening sight. This impenetrable gate was built by the power of the Ring and is now manned by thousands of Orcs and evil creatures, ready to serve their Dark Lord.
Perched upon a hill, the two Hobbits consider their options and head for the open gate, hoping to pass unseen and unharmed.
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Friday, September 2, 2022
Eye of Sauron - Camp in the Marshes
The Lights are not the only threat in this filthy land. Above their heads a great Fell Beast surveys the skies, perhaps sensing the pull of the Ring.
The travelers must keep their whereabouts secret as they inch closer to Mordor.
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