The Rings of Power completed its first season on October 14th, 2022, but the saga has barely begun. Sauron reveals himself through a delightfully dark plot twist; the Stranger is confirmed to be one of the legendary Istari, while Galadriel, Elrond, and Celebrimbor finally finish forging the three Elven Rings.

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Amazon's five-season commitment to the project is effectively confirmed, but only time will tell if they will be as extraordinarily ambitious as the first. The Rings of Power is yet to explore the ramifications of Sauron's influence on Middle-earth, which is the final goal of this prequel series. Although well-scripted, The Rings of Power pales in comparison to J.R.R. Tolkien's linguistic brilliance. That said, there are several quotes worth mentioning.

Spoilers ahead for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season finale. Proceed with caution.

10 "There Can Be No Trust Between Hammer And Rock."

King Durin III

King Durin

Like many Dwarves, King Durin III is famous for his inveterate stubbornness. He constantly lectures his son about befriending other races, stating that Prince Durin "always had sandstone in [his] granite as far as the Elves are concerned." Despite the King's severe scolding, the younger Durin refuses to abandon his fifty-year relationship with Elrond.

King Durin firmly declares that "there can be no trust between hammer and rock," because "eventually one or the other must surely break." On a positive note, Tolkien's stories contain an abundance of Elf-Dwarf partnerships, the most notable among them being Legolas and Gimli.

9 "Everyone, Each Of Us, Needs To Decide Who We Shall Be."

Queen Regent Míriel

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Tar-Míriel plays a minor part in the Akallabêth, a section of The Silmarillion that covers the rise and fall of Númenor. Fortunately, the Queen Regent's role was expanded for The Rings of Power. She willingly supports Galadriel's quest, mustering a relatively small armada to scour Middle-earth for any signs of Sauron.

Míriel inspires her soldiers by emphasizing their beloved White Tree, proclaiming that its petals are "the very tears of the Valar themselves" and "a living reminder [of] their eyes and their judgment." Míriel says that the citizens of Númenor are in charge of their own destinies, and their choices will ultimately determine their respective legacies.

8 "Beauty Has Great Power To Heal The Soul."

Arondir

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Excluding a few blighted areas such as Mordor, Middle-earth's natural beauty is nothing less than flawless. Gushing rivers, towering mountains, sparkling glaciers, luxuriant forests, and idyllic meadows make the continent a paradise for its people. Unlike Men and Dwarves, the Elves are known for their love of nature, as Arondir mentions in the premiere episode.

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He explains that Elven bodies rarely need medicine, and, therefore, "render hidden truths as works of beauty." Arondir clearly comprehends the inextricable bond between beauty and healing. Likewise, Celebrimbor labors "to fill [Middle-earth] with beauty," though his methods are somewhat questionable.

7 "Hope Is Never Mere, Even When It Is Meager."

Gil-Galad

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In The Rings of Power, Gil-galad asks Elrond to secure access to Khazad-dûm and prevent "the light of the Eldar" from fading. Elrond accuses the High King of exploiting his friendship with Durin "on the basis of mere hope." However, Gil-galad calmly responds: "Hope is never mere, even when it is meager; when all other senses sleep, the eye of hope is first to awaken, last to shut."

Finally convinced, Elrond agrees to obtain some mithril for the Elves. Hope is the common denominator in any struggle for freedom. According to Legolas, "hope is born when all is forlorn," while Aragorn remains staunchly optimistic throughout the War of the Ring.

6 "There Is No Secret Worth Concealing With Deception."

Elrond

Elrond sits on a grassy hillside in the Amazon TV series, Rings of Power

The vast majority of Tolkien characters are morally inflexible. The heroes rely on empathy and integrity, but the villains are notoriously cunning and virulent. Sauron is particularly renowned for his deceitful sophistry. In The Silmarillion, he embodies a benevolent entity called Annatar who promises to help the Elves of Eregion, whereas he transforms into Halbrand in The Rings of Power.

Role models like Gandalf, Galadriel, and Elrond reject the very notion of treachery because it flies against everything they stand for. After Disa intentionally falsifies Durin's mission parameters, Elrond reminds her that "there is no secret worth concealing with deception."

5 "An Avalanche Can Start With One Stone."

Pharazôn

The TV series, Rings of Power, character Pharazon

Avalanches are incredibly fickle – numerous films and TV shows illustrate just how easy it is to trigger one. Númenoreans are likely familiar with this snowy catastrophe, considering the sheer altitude of Mount Meneltarma. When Pharazôn claims that "an avalanche can start with one stone," he's referring directly to Galadriel.

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Taking his deep-rooted hatred for Elvenkind into account, it's evident that the vainglorious Pharazôn strongly believes in the superiority of Men. The Chancellor leaves nothing to chance, however, which is why he endorses the Númenorean expedition to Middle-earth. He probably wants to eliminate Míriel, Galadriel, and Elendil in one fell swoop.

4 "I Killed Sauron."

Adar

Adar bending over to speak to a captive in Rings of Power

Ilúvatar didn't create the Orcs of Middle-earth; they were forged in a nightmarish crucible of torture and trauma. Galadriel recalls a cryptic myth from her childhood in Valinor, which asserts that "Elves [were] taken by Morgoth [and] made into a new and ruined form of life."

Adar authenticates the legend, confirming himself as one of the Moriondor, or Sons of the Dark. Despite their strength, it doesn't make sense for an Uruk to defeat Sauron, much less kill him. And yet, that's exactly what Adar alleges. Implausible or not, Adar implies that he's strong enough to overpower the Dark Lord. Fans can't wait to see his justification in Season 2.

3 "Nothing Is Evil In The Beginning."

Galadriel

Morfydd Clark as Galadriel in Prime Video's LOTR: The Rings of Power

Plants, animals, and children have no malice in their hearts. Even Sauron was once pure; an uncorrupted Maia named Mairon. Morgoth successfully subverts Sauron's generosity, transforming him into a vicious fiend hellbent on dominating Middle-earth. The very first line in The Rings of Power is a voiceover by Galadriel, where she affirms that evil isn't born, but slowly cultivated over space and time.

Ironically, she doesn't treat Sauron as worthy of forgiveness. If "nothing is evil in the beginning," then both Dark Lords can technically be rehabilitated. Tolkien doesn't discuss what happens after the End of Days, so it's possible for Sauron and Morgoth to eventually achieve redemption.

2 "Who Will Stand With Me?"

Bronwyn

Arondir loves Bronwyn in Rings of Power

Bronwyn exists only in The Rings of Power, but this non-canonical character is more than welcome. She rallies Tirharad village against Adar and his Orcs, demonstrating a level of courage far beyond her rustic origins. Although Bronwyn's motivations fail the Bechdel Test, she manages to save dozens of innocent people throughout the show.

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In her bid to reassure the terrified townspeople, she guarantees that Ostirith would henceforth be remembered as "a symbol of [their] strength." Bronwyn subsequently urges them to "stand and fight" by her side, even after Waldreg persuades half the villagers to leave the tower.

1 "If We Didn't Do Everything We Weren't Supposed To, We'd Hardly Do Anything At All."

Nori Brandyfoot

Nori and Poppy in The Rings of Power.

The Harfoots shouldn't even be around at this point in the timeline, but The Rings of Power has taken certain creative liberties with respect to Hobbit characters. That said, fans have cited several similarities between Nori Brandyfoot and Frodo Baggins, including their inquisitive personalities, tremendous grit, and, perhaps most importantly, their unyielding sense of compassion.

Nori is significantly braver than her timid kinfolk. She cheerfully informs Poppy Proudfellow that rebellion is a natural part of growing up, and that fear is the biggest obstacle on the path toward success. Nori's tenacity might occasionally get her in trouble, but it simultaneously highlights her indefatigable spirit.

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