Like Isildur before him, Frodo now holds the fate of Middle-Earth in his hand. He needs but to unclench his fist and end all suffering, or to slide the Ring on his finger and succumb to Darkness.
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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.
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Modor - Sammath Naur
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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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 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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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Eye of Sauron - Dead Marshes
Gollum leads the Hobbits down a hidden and unused path through this accursed land. The fetid pools of water entomb the spirits of soldiers long past. The Lights, as described by Gollum, entrance their victims and trap them underwater.
Mesmerized by one of them, Frodo is submerged and then saved by none other than Gollum.
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Monday, August 29, 2022
Eye of Sauron - Emyn Muil
These seemingly impenetrable hills are as confusing as they are vast. Devoid of vegetation or landmarks, they prove to be a barrier for the Hobbit pair who have been wandering in circles for days.
However, there is another lurking in the hills. Sensing that they are not alone, Sam and Frodo trick Gollum into attacking, hoping to capture their strange pursuer.
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Friday, August 26, 2022
Eye of Sauron - Shelving Shore
The Eastern side of Nen Hithoel is dominated by Amon Lhaw hill, upon which another ruined watchtower lies. Before the Hobbits, endless barren hills jut up.
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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Eye of Sauron - Seat of Seeing
Built on top of Amon Hen Hill, this fortification is a great watchtower of old. Once guarding the border of Gondor, now it lays forgotten and has succumbed to nature.
The corruption of the Ring touches all, Boromir is no exception. Running away from him, Frodo reaches the top of the hill. Here, with a heavy heart, Frodo understands that his path is a solitary one.
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