In order to avoid an inspection, Sam and Frodo stage a fight and, in the midst of the confusion, manage to separate themselves from the Orcs.
Disheartened and exhausted, they start the arduous climb up the slopes of Mount Doom.
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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 9, 2022
Mordor - Escape from Orcs
Sunday, October 2, 2022
Mordor - Orc Encounter
The Orc army is now on the move towards the Black Gate. Danger is drawing near as a battalion of the wicked beasts passes by Frodo and Sam.
Fortunately, their disguise works and they are not discovered, however, believed to be Orcs, they are pulled into their lines and marched towards the gates.
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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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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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Monday, June 27, 2022
The Shire - Bucklebury Ferry
This unmanned ferry on the Brandywine River is one of the main crossing points between the Shire and Buckland.
After a close encounter with a cloaked rider, the raft serves as a literal lifeboat for the Hobbits. Huddled, they float through the night, hoping to reach safety before the pursuer crosses Brandywine Bridge.
Friday, June 24, 2022
The Shire - Bamfurlong
Located in The Marish, Maggot’s farm is well known amongst Hobbits for its abundant crop fields.
Taking a shortcut through the corn, the Hobbit pair stumbles upon Merry and Pippin, who are helping themselves to the bountiful harvest yet again. Before long, they have to run so as not to be caught by Maggot.
Wednesday, June 22, 2022
The Shire - Woody End
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Monday, June 20, 2022
The Shire - South Farthing
Stretching from Three Farthing Stone in the centre of the Shire all the way down to its southernmost border, this warmer region is renowned for its lush fields and crops.
Frodo and Sam travel cross-country, as advised by Gandalf, in order to reach Bree. Although still in the Shire, this is an important milestone for Sam, being the farthest away from home he’s ever travelled.