#  @nerdoftherings Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings posts on YouTube about history, check out, the first, in the the most. 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Despite this he would grow to become a great prince of Gondolin before committing the greatest betrayal of the Age. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2net7SrGqdo) 2025-08-23T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 67K engagements "Collecting Tolkien Books on a Budget My tips and recommendations for collecting Tolkien books on a budget UK Editions at Blackwells: https://www.blackwells.co.uka_aid=nerdoftherings (If you're looking for the UK editions of Tolkien books I recommend Blackwells. They do a much better job of packing their books than AmazonUK so they don't arrive damaged.) Find all the US Editions discussed in the video here: https://amzn.to/414PJbL Individual Links: The Hobbit paperback: https://amzn.to/4hnZRSr The Fellowship of the Ring paperback: https://amzn.to/42KbVsF The Two Towers paperback:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3myJNHToUy8) 2025-02-05T17:11Z 1.3M followers, 72.4K engagements "The Gollum Art Mask is CREEPY and AWESOME #lordoftherings Shop the @PureArts The Lord of the Rings line here: https://www.purearts.com/collections/the-lord-of-the-ringssca_ref=1728901.fPfFhiiu4f Also available from @CollectorZown : https://www.collectorzown.com/searchtype=product&q=purearts Save 15% with code: NOTR #gollum #lordoftherings #collectibles tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion gollum tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion gollum" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5Z2NVHMWDpk) 2025-08-13T19:18Z 1.3M followers, 23.5K engagements "The Life of Elrond Half-elven Tolkien Explained Elrond is one of the most important characters throughout The Lord of the Rings The Hobbit and the Silmarillion. His life would be one full of significance but also separation from those he loved. Through hardship and war he would rise to become one of the wisest and most powerful rulers in Middle-earth. Today's video is brought to you by SlideBelts Save 20% at Slidebelts.com with the code: NERDOFTHERINGS Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=623izLLd3eI) 2022-04-23T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.7M engagements "The Unions of Elves & Men Tolkien Explained Check out https://vandersteltstudio.com/ for some awesome Middle-earth prints - and visit Jerry's Comic-Con booth (1929) Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=B1ChNSSmgqg) 2024-07-20T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 161K engagements "Glin & in Tolkien Explained - Dwarves of Erebor Gimlis father and uncle highlight our latest video in the series on Thorins Company. Today we look at their lives from their birth in Dunland during the dwarven exile through ins travels with Balin to Moria and Glins life during and after the Lord of the Rings. Aside from being closest related to the most famous dwarf in Tolkiens works Glin and in were members of the Quest of Erebor. Glin was the one King Dain sent to Rivendell to warn Bilbo and to seek Elronds counsel. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CxQeahahgxg) 2020-05-22T20:40Z 1.3M followers, 260.6K engagements "Unboxing the AWESOMELY CREEPY Gollum Art Mask by PureArts Shop the @PureArts The Lord of the Rings line here: https://www.purearts.com/collections/the-lord-of-the-ringssca_ref=1728901.fPfFhiiu4f Also available from @CollectorZown : https://www.collectorzown.com/searchtype=product&q=purearts Save 15% with code: NOTR Product Description: PureArts crafts a hyper-realistic 1/1 scale art mask of Gollum complete with silicon skin glass eyes and individually punched synthetic hair. Channeling the infamous moment when Gollum leads Frodo and Sam to the lair of Shelob The Gollum 1/1 Scale Art Mask sits" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=D1ePAF3foH0) 2025-08-12T17:01Z 1.3M followers, [----] engagements "Gandalf the Grey Pipe Staff & Moria Staff Unboxing Lord of the Rings Collectibles Review Check out Gandalf's Staff: https://bit.ly/GandalfNOTR We take an up-close look at Gandalf the Grey's Staff with Pipe & Nail (UC 3108) as well as compare it to his light-up Moria Staff (UC 3328) Product Description: The staff of Gandalf the Grey is a symbol of his status as an 'Istari' or Wizard. It was once owned by Radagast the Brown crafted from an upturned twisted sapling once crowned with twig and root-like protrusions but now all broken and worn down. As well as being Gandalf's trusted walking stick" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DKr0Bzz2kog) 2022-11-11T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 80.9K engagements "Visiting an EPIC Return to Moria build To Celebrate Hobbit Day we are diving back into Return to Moria Check out the Full Hobbit Day Community Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLzxLO5Ihf4FqiVjY3BHlpjGKp6eoh4uHk&jct=sgU15T0aASWGpJM-99Lrrw" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E-eB2i9cyJg) 2025-09-22T03:26Z 1.3M followers, 16.8K engagements "The History of Bree Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EIePMqaVoSM) 2024-04-06T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 297K engagements "The Ages of Middle-earth Tolkien Explained Long live the Mithril Edition: https://youtu.be/cVBde0BlFhA Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EkhENbWnCX0) 2026-01-17T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 103.9K engagements "The Complete Travels Gollum Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ Music excerpts from A Long-Expected Soundscape composed by Jordan Rannells - Find out more at http://www.jordanrannells.com To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ffpr9iGBfQ8) 2023-05-27T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 917.4K engagements "Learning Dwarvish Insults and what Gimli REALLY said Today we dive into the dwarvish behind Gimli's (and later Thorin's) insults as well as take a look at some colorful new dwarvish phrases you can use in your everyday life David Salo's Post: http://khuzdul.su/board/david_salo_gimla_ok_orins_b_lvan_na_angl_jaz/4-1-0-71 The Dwarrow Scholar: https://www.dwarrowscholar.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OXakBkmJR0E) 2025-04-19T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 137K engagements "The Entwives & What Happened To Them Tolkien Explained Check out Magic: the Gathering: Wilds of Eldraine: https://bit.ly/WOExNOTR Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QdZk1dk6ecY) 2023-09-09T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 344K engagements ""J.R.R. Tolkien: The Father of Modern Fantasy" with Don Marshall Check out Don's new book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/J-R-R-Tolkien/Don-Marshall/Pocket-Portraits/9781507224175" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SQY2kASCQ8M) 2025-11-25T18:22Z 1.3M followers, [----] engagements "Fili and Kili Tolkien Explained - Dwarves of Erebor We're taking a brief look at the lives of Fili and Kili - the sister-sons of Thorin Oakenshield. Fili being the eldest is heir to Thorin's kingship. The two are the youngest of the company by at least [--] years at the time of The Quest of Erebor. This will the the shortest video in the series as the brothers had tragically short lives themselves. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XG-DnO7khEg) 2020-04-26T14:30Z 1.3M followers, 145.2K engagements "The Palantri: Seeing Stones of Middle-earth Tolkien Explained Since it was first revealed that Saruman was using a palantr in The Lord of the Rings fans have wondered where these seeing stones came from and where they were located. Today we will not only cover their likely creation by the greatest craftsman in Tolkien's mythology but also how they ended up in Middle-earth and where they were placed We know that Saruman Denethor Sauron and Aragorn all use various palantri during the events of the War of the Ring but there were originally seven in Middle-earth (plus one in Valinor). Check out" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Z9TRcHkUL1w) 2021-05-29T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements "A Cosmere Adaptation is on the way This is not a drill Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere is heading to AppleTV Join me and some friends tomorrow night as we talk about this (and some LOTR news bits) tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=awt-30mc3RQ) 2026-01-29T02:02Z 1.3M followers, 33.6K engagements "Why Sauron Fears Aragorn Tolkien Explained Sauron's hatred of Nmenor would bring about some of his greatest victories. However the great men who would rise from the ashes would ever gnaw at him culminating in the rise of Aragorn in [----] of the Third Age. It is this hatred and fear that would lead to Sauron's undoing. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dUkrNRvbazI) 2025-09-06T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 210.6K engagements "The History of Erebor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=evDT7KGms8Y) 2023-04-01T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.1M engagements "Ulmo had a fishy car From my latest video on the Uncharted Lands of Middle-earth we digress about Ulmos fishy car pulled by a Narwhal and a Sea Lion Featuring new art by Ralph Damiani" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ihjjEnqKmkE) 2026-01-10T17:25Z 1.3M followers, 30.7K engagements "Unboxing the Juniper Books Tolkien Collection Go to my Instagram post to enter https://www.instagram.com/p/C8fImcVuR3n/img_index=1 If you're interested in shopping the cool collections that Juniper Books offers visit here: https://juniperbooks.com/collections/ringers #tolkien #books #unboxing tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion juniper books juniper lord of the rings juniper tolkien tolkien books lord of the rings books specialty books lotr unboxing lord of the rings unboxing tolkien unboxing tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lYpvCiCe7Sc) 2024-06-21T17:41Z 1.3M followers, 33K engagements "Reclaiming Durin's Tower in Return to Moria After reclaiming Durin's Tower we seek to rebuild it - and decorate it for Christmas #returntomoria #yule #durin return to moria lord of the rings lotr tolkien return to moria lord of the rings lotr tolkien" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=m_SXUR4XSQA) 2025-12-16T04:53Z 1.3M followers, 13.4K engagements "El the Dark Elf Tolkien Explained Covering the life of El the dark elf - his forging of the great black blades of the First Age his marriage to Aredhel his son Maeglin and his self-wrought doom in Gondolin Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=maGGGZ2Qoy8) 2022-09-17T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 680.6K engagements "Five Great Tom Bombadil Theories Tolkien Theory Who is Tom Bombadil It is one of the biggest questions in all Middle-earth. Today we are going to cover five of the best and most popular theories of who or what Tom Bombadil is. We will cover many of the oldest and most common: Tom is one of the Valar Maiar and Eru himself. As well as a newer and more complicated theory Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings For the full theory on Tom being the Music of the Ainur check out this blog:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mw9uKzy4GRs) 2021-01-09T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 4.6M engagements "Epic Universe Isle of Berk is AMAZING 🙏 Please put LOTR next door Im blown away by how well done the Isle of Berk is at Epic Universe It has only made me want a LOTR park in the expansion pad next door even more" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=n8hwc8m8puk) 2025-10-01T17:18Z 1.3M followers, 28.1K engagements "Wars of the Witch-King & Arnor Hobbit Day [----] Check out the full Hobbit Day playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLLyHBx6FRJC0H9EnNSmkd-cMyTWhcC-aq This Hobbit Day we are looking back at the history of the realm of Arnor and its wars with the Witch-King of Angmar. We find out how The Shire came to be inhabited with hobbits and how the rangers of the North are all that remains of the once mighty kingdom by the time of The Lord of the Rings. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oj9THxVCad0) 2020-09-21T23:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements "John Rhys-Davies Talks Gimli The Lord of the Rings Indiana Jones and more I had the pleasure of speaking with John Rhys-Davies about Gimli The Lord of the Rings Indiana Jones books and more. John even does an in-character reading as Gimli from the books from a fan-favorite moment - the description of the Glittering Caves This interview was made possible through the fundraiser "It's Time to Shout James" made for a young man from New Zealand James Depree currently battling Stage [--] Hodgkins Lymphoma. You can donate to help James - and have a chance to win a 1-on-1 virtual chat with John" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qNnPE0Hpry8) 2021-11-18T02:00Z 1.3M followers, 501.7K engagements "Galadriel's Gift of Hair to Gimli Tolkien Explained As the Fellowship departs Lrien Gimli asks simply for a single hair from Galadriel's head. Little did he know this request had been made before. The history and significance of this request was greater than he could have ever known - as is Galadriel's response To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qamiJ-TLm-8) 2025-06-28T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 183.8K engagements "The History of the Shire Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Check out NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://store.vandersteltstudio.com/main.sc Anna" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wN5tgGC26O8) 2022-12-24T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 375.1K engagements "The ORIGINAL Riddles in the Dark - Gollum Gives Up The One Ring Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xCfV8dl3g7A) 2024-08-31T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 46.8K engagements "The [--] Houses of Gondolin Tolkien Explained To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 - https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80 Turner Mohan -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xR8OgFkwwlo) 2025-03-08T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 166.6K engagements "Sauron in the First Age Tolkien Explained Today we cover the origins of Sauron including his time as the maia Mairon coming to serve Morgoth and fighting for the Dark Lord during the Wars of Beleriand. We cover his life and travels throughout the First Age as he serves Melkor seizes control of Tol Sirion creates the werewolves and his legendary fight with Huan the Hound of Valinor Enjoy today's video as we explain Sauron's story during The Silmarillion. Sauron in the Second Age: https://youtu.be/NhMGyTJVA4s *Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings* Nerd" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-4PxPcmt8KA) 2021-04-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.9M engagements "The Nine Rings of Power for Men (Ringwraiths) Tolkien Explained Continuing our dive into the Rings of Power we cover the "Nine for Mortal Men Doomed to Die." A likely plot point of Amazon's Lord of the Rings series Sauron gives nine rings to men tempted by power. The rings give them long life and help them become mighty kings warriors and sorcerers. They would gradually be pulled into the Unseen until they exist entirely in the wraith world and are fully enslaved under the power of The One Ring. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-JQK9GjcrW4) 2022-01-01T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements "The New Shadow: Tolkien's Abandoned Sequel to The Lord of the Rings Today we cover the story creation and abandonment of JRR Tolkien's The New Shadow - a sequel to The Lord of the Rings. It follows the youngest son of Beregond Borlas - who is now an aging man. Borlas enters into a conversation with Saelon where they discuss a growing darkness in the world of Man. This New Shadow - a Dark Tree - is led by a mysterious figure known as Herumor. Combined with the disappearance of a Gondorian ship the mystery of this new secret group and Tolkien's brief writing are brought to a close with a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0HjjYsSuZyM) 2021-12-04T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2M engagements "Morgoth's Strongholds: Utumno & Angband Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0Ukft143axM) 2025-01-11T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 387.7K engagements "The Complete Travels of Gandalf Tolkien Explained Gandalf is known for his many travels far and wide in Middle-earth. Today we cover all of the known journeys of the great wizard. From his dwelling in Aman during the first and second ages to his deeds in overthrowing Sauron and return to the Undying Lands we will see where Gandalf goes and explain why. Unlike Saruman Gandalf never sets down roots preferring to travel far and wide in his efforts to fight Sauron. Whether you call him Mithrandir Tharkn or Gandalf you'll enjoy seeing every one of his journey's during his centuries in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=103qp-p37IE) 2020-10-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 5.3M engagements "The Creation of Arda (The Ainulindal) Tolkien Explained Today we talk about Eru's creation of the Ainur and the Ainulindal that followed. This "Music of the Ainur" would bring about the world of Arda itself - the beauty of creation and the discord introduced by Morgoth. To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1Wokhv1gvIM) 2025-06-15T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 113.8K engagements "Brandon Sanderson talks Tolkien Fantasy & Potential Cosmere Adaptations At Dragonsteel Nexus I had the chance to sit down with author @BrandSanderson to chat about the works of J.R.R. Tolkien the Fantasy genre and his most important thing for a potential Cosmere film adaptation For more on Brandon's books including INCREDIBLE leatherbound editions visit: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ If you've never read Brandon's books do yourself a favor and give Mistborn (fantasy/sci-fi) or The Way of Kings (high fantasy) a try Mistborn Trilogy: https://amzn.to/4gHOofE The Way of Kings:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1Z3JelPiBcc) 2024-12-19T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 134.3K engagements "The Life of Smaug & the Dragons of the North Tolkien Explained Today we cover the life of Smaug - the greatest dragon of the Third Age. We also cover his ancestors - the dragons of the North - and their wars with the dwarves of the Grey Mountains - including the ancestors of Thorin Oakenshield. From Scatha and Cold Drakes to Smaug and the dragons that may have existed after him we talk about them all Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1ZxI2swm_1s) 2021-01-02T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 4.2M engagements "The Seven Houses of the Dwarves Tolkien Explained Today we dive into the original seven fathers of the dwarves and their respective houses: the Longbeards Blacklocks Broadbeams Firebeards Ironfists Stonefoots and Stiffbeards. We will also cover the Petty-dwarves and their hostility toward the elves. Follow each house of the dwarves throughout their history in both Beleriand and Middle-earth We will even see some brand new information from the pages of "The Nature of Middle-earth" The Nature of Middle-earth is available Sept 2: US: https://amzn.to/3jooov5 UK: https://amzn.to/3BpkGHX (these are" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1nOz3uOpvO4) 2021-08-28T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.3M engagements "The Dnedain Rangers of the North Tolkien Explained They are the last remnants of the once great kingdom of Arnor. They would dwell and operate in secret protecting the inhabitants of Eriador while kindling the hope that one of their line would one day bring the kingdom back to its former glory. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2CIdCJEd7zs) 2024-08-03T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 524.9K engagements "Bifur Bofur & Bombur Tolkien Explained - Dwarves of Erebor The only dwarves of the Company not descended from Durin Bifur Bofur and Bombur are unique among the group. Bofur and Bombur are brothers and Bifur is their cousin. Today we will take a look at their lives from their likely homes in the Blue Mountains to their lives after the events of The Hobbit. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and transformative purpose such as to comment upon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3BAMVdRunHw) 2020-05-16T13:11Z 1.3M followers, 195.7K engagements "The Life of Celebran (Elrond's Wife) Tolkien Explained Today we take a look at the life of Celebran - a life of great love and great sorrow. She is the wife of Elrond as well as the daughter of Galadriel and Celeborn. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3LW8k9YFd6A) 2024-09-28T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 179.8K engagements "The Scouring of the Shire Tolkien Explained The Lord of the Rings book ends much differently from the Peter Jackson films. In reality the hobbits return home to find the Shire ravaged. The battle for Middle-earth may have been won but the battle for the Shire is about to begin Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Turner Mohan - www.instagram.com/turner_mohan Ted Nasmith -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3LrmFTFzdyM) 2022-04-02T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 672.5K engagements "The Blue Wizards and the East Tolkien Explained The Blue Wizards are two of the most mysterious characters in Tolkien's Middle-earth. The two versions of their story - the later coming in the final years of Tolkien's life - are very different. Here we will look at both as well as some of the events going on in the East during the time they lived in that area of Middle-earth. From Saruman also traveling to the East to Sauron hiding there multiple times and the Blue Wizards working against Sauron among the Easterlings. What do you think happened to the Blue Wizards Hit subscribe - and the bell" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3ckCj7UguUw) 2020-12-12T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.8M engagements "The Ultimate Tolkien Reading Order In honor of Tolkien Reading Day I'm sharing my Tolkien Reading Order - including the new books we've gotten over the past few years like The Fall of Nmenor the new edition of Tolkien's Letters and the Poems of J.R.R. Tolkien Collection Middle-earth Reading Order The Hobbit - https://amzn.to/41P10fu The Lord of the Rings - https://amzn.to/4iSqdN0 The Children of Hrin - https://amzn.to/4bZ49Oj The Silmarillion - https://amzn.to/4bOztPL The Fall of Nmenor - https://amzn.to/4iSmkHR Unfinished Tales - https://amzn.to/41Tgn6F The Adventures of Tom Bombadil -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3mdjz0HG-TA) 2025-03-22T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 136.9K engagements "A Guide to Tolkien Audiobooks: Which One is Best for You To see if you're eligible for a free book from Audible click here: https://amzn.to/32OkbqC This video is NOT sponsored by Audible. The link above is a referral link but the video has no association with Audible or Amazon. Have you wondered: which Tolkien Audiobook should I listen to If you feel overwhelmed by the number of Tolkien audiobooks to choose from do not fear I've listened to countless hours of audiobooks in Tolkien's world and hope to help you find a great audiobook for your next listen Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4uq6vlrfZPY) 2020-03-03T20:30Z 1.3M followers, 113.9K engagements "Sauron the Necromancer Tolkien Explained For a period of over [----] years Sauron is known as the mysterious "Necromancer" of Dol Guldur. Why does he get this name What definition of Necromancer is Tolkien using And does Sauron have power over the dead Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5EdR9JndXoc) 2023-09-16T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1M engagements "The Life of Aragorn before The Lord of the Rings Tolkien Explained What was Aragorn doing before The Lord of the Rings After his father Arathorn is killed Aragorn is taken to Rivendell to be raised by Elrond. He grows into a great warrior and his experiences will mold him into the man who would reclaim the throne of Gondor and Arnor and usher in the fourth age of Middle-earth Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and transformative purpose such as" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5aPrSyKE3oE) 2020-03-06T20:30Z 1.3M followers, 3M engagements "The Hunt For Gollum (Book Version) Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5gL9Ctwmc_g) 2024-05-25T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 645.1K engagements "Scatha & the Cold-drakes Tolkien Explained Thanks to new Tolkien writings released in [----] we now know more than ever about cold-drakes These dragons who now include Scatha had an icy breath that froze victims with fear The Collected Poems of JRR Tolkien: https://amzn.to/40P9Lp9 Hit subscribe and turn on notifications for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7jfSiaX772o) 2025-02-08T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 268.4K engagements "The History of Sauron COMPILATION Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8IqAN1Of70k) 2023-10-28T17:53Z 1.3M followers, 4M engagements "The Complete Travels of Treebeard Tolkien Explained Treebeard the Ent also known as Fangorn is one of the oldest beings in Middle-earth. Today we track his life from the Years of the Trees through the First Second and Third Ages. From the Ents battle with Beren against a group of dwarves to their tragic separation from the Entwives to their attack on Isengard - we cover it all Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8O5IGMwbXYA) 2020-11-21T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements "Prophecies & Foresight in Middle-earth Tolkien Explained To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 - https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80 Turner Mohan -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8sFmqWtxonQ) 2025-03-01T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 142.4K engagements "Orcs Goblins & Uruk-hai - What's the Difference Tolkien Explained Today we cover all the different variations of orc and what makes them unique - Uruk-hai Goblin-men Half-orcs Snaga Snifflers and any other type of orc you can think of We will also cover how each type of orc was created - from the very first orcs corrupted by Melkor to the Uruk-hai of Sauron and Saruman to the half-orcs and goblin-men created at Isengard. *Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings* Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8x9X_FdknNI) 2021-06-05T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.3M engagements "Henneth Annn & The Forbidden Pool Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9-_nFCqnjfU) 2026-01-24T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 174.5K engagements "The History of the Haradrim Tolkien Explained A great southern kingdom tamers of the mighty Mmakil and a land caught between the opposing forces of Nmenor and Sauron. The Haradrim were divided between those who served the dark lord and those who opposed him. Likely aided by the Blue Wizards they would not only be enslaved by Sauron but also the Nmenreans as their kingdom turns to darkness. In the Third Age Gandalf would visit the southern realm and many Haradrim would aid Sauron in the War of the Ring. Be sure to visit Lord of Maps to see their holiday specials and use the code NERDOFMAPS at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=90LjRagJXs4) 2021-12-11T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.3M engagements "The History of Dol Guldur Sauron's Northern Fortress Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Turner Mohan - www.instagram.com/turner_mohan Ted Nasmith - www.tednasmith.com/shop/ Anke Eissmann - http://anke.edoras-art.de/anke_illustration.html Donato Giancola - https://www.donatoarts.com/online-store/secure-store/Middle-earth-c34110463 Aronja Art -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9Iz0dyRWhKw) 2022-05-14T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 933.5K engagements "Elladan & Elrohir Sons of Elrond Tolkien Explained The twin sons of Elrond played an important role in the lives of Aragorn and Arwen yet it is their first deed that would be their most tragic. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Thumbnail features: Elladan & Elrohir - Magali Villeneuve Aragorn - Jerry Vanderstelt To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9NycAiRsZkY) 2025-09-20T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 119.5K engagements "How did Morgoth create Dragons To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 - https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80 Turner Mohan - www.instagram.com/turner_mohan" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9PjIg5gnlwg) 2025-02-22T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 467.6K engagements "Elrond & Elros in the First Age Tolkien Explained Twin brothers Elrond and Elros born in the late first age grew up during a tumultuous time in Middle-earth. Check out this recap of their time in the first age before next week's episode where we will look at Elrond's life and childhood during the first age. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and transformative purpose such as to comment upon criticize or parody a copyrighted work. Such uses can" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9lPIRf0Nsn4) 2020-02-18T19:30Z 1.3M followers, 334K engagements ""Precious" by Gollum (a "Peaches" parody) For the parents always looking for a way to get their kids into LOTR here's a Mario Bros "Peaches" parody - "Precious" by Gollum. Thumbnail art by Allan Whincup Instagram: @allanwhincup Mixed by Jordan Rannells of A Long-Expected Soundscape https://jordanrannells.com #precious #peaches #gollum tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion peaches song peaches bowser peaches parody precious parody precious precious by gollum precious gollum gollum song gollum song peaches gollum peaches peaches gollum Mario movie song" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AHW-hvXQ73E) 2023-06-11T21:00Z 1.3M followers, 502.8K engagements "The Variags of Khand Tolkien Explained Today we dive into one of the least-known realms of Middle-earth - the land of Khand and their warriors the Variags Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=B_lXFjl-pc0) 2026-01-03T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 79.9K engagements "The Fellowship AFTER The Lord of the Rings Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CEMA-KrJafY) 2023-06-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.6M engagements "Peter Jackson talks Christopher Lee's casting in LOTR The Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson discusses Christopher Lee's casting as Saruman in this exclusive clip from the upcoming documentary "The Life and Deaths of Christopher Lee". Jackson tells of Lee's insistence on auditioning for Gandalf and that they had no other actor in mind to play Saruman. Copies of the film will ONLY be available through Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jonspira/the-life-and-deaths-of-christopher-lee/ The film directed by John Spira contains a Tolkien sequence animated and directed by Dave" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CiprQzPlWE4) 2024-05-16T18:14Z 1.3M followers, 114.4K engagements "Why Gandalf Fears Sauron Tolkien Explained When he is tasked with becoming one of the wizards Olrin (Gandalf) says that he is not up to the task - and that he FEARS Sauron. Today we explore why Gandalf would have this fear and what drives the wizard we all know. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CtiwIH3EKVI) 2025-08-30T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 413.7K engagements "Who COULD Wield The One Ring Tolkien Explained The one ring answers to Sauron alone.or does it It's one of the most common misconceptions I see in my comments section - the idea that anyone but Sauron using the ring was out of the question. However as Tolkien himself says in his letters - it was possible for others to use and even master the One Ring Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=D7bfRGgzCEg) 2025-10-04T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 293.1K engagements "The History of Moria (Khazad-dm) Tolkien Explained Khazad-dm or Moria was the greatest dwarf kingdom in the history of Middle-earth. Today we cover it's entire history from its founding by Durin I to its reclamation by King Durin VII - long after the Return of the King. It's doors were made by the greatest craftsmen of the Second Age - the dwarf Narvi and the elf lord Celebrimbor. It would rise to incredible heights until the awakening of the Balrog of Morgoth Durin's Bane. Be sure to visit Lord of Maps to see their holiday specials and use the code NERDOFMAPS at LordofMaps.com to save 15% on" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ezjb2sGZ-Ss) 2021-11-20T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 4.3M engagements "The Life of Gil-galad the Last High King Tolkien Explained Today we cover the entire life of one of the greatest High Kings of the Noldor - Gil-galad Sure to feature in the new Amazon series Gil-galad leads his people during the final days of the First Age and throughout the entire Second Age. He shows great wisdom and bravery and is personally involved in defeating Sauron TWICE in war. Founding the Kingdom of Lindon he provides a safe haven for the elves of Beleriand to begin the Second Age. While elves like Galadriel and Celebrimbor would strike out to other realms Gil-galad Crdan and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FciPUcV99GM) 2021-08-14T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.1M engagements "The Two Trees of Valinor and the White Tree of Gondor Tolkien Explained In honor of the new image released by Amazon's Lord of the Rings on Prime we are covering The Two Trees of Valinor and how they directly connect to the White Trees of Gondor. We trace the line of the trees - from Laurelin and Telperion to Galathilion in Tirion to Nimloth of Numenor to the White Tree of Gondor. *Hit subscribe - and the bell* Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=G9mS6GhjN2Q) 2021-08-07T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 623.1K engagements "Lords of the Valar Tolkien Explained The Valar of Middle-earth The great powers of Arda Today we complete our two-part series by covering the Lords of Tolkien's Valar: Manw Slimo - King of the Valar Ulmo - King of the Sea Aul the Smith Orom the Huntsman Mandos - Judge of the Dead Lrien - Master of Dreams Tulkas - Champion of Valinor PART [--] - Queens of the Valar: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=0sCpIbIXP6U *Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings* Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GJVYHwKgi_w) 2021-04-17T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 796.6K engagements "The Powers of the Istari (Wizards) Tolkien Explained Well highlight not only how the wizards were bound to their physical bodies but also the instances where we get glimpses of their power. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I7mdWnAjL3g) 2022-10-22T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.7M engagements "What if Sauron got The One Ring Tolkien Theory We look at sections of The Lord of the Rings and Tolkien's letters to answer the question - what would happen if Sauron reclaimed The One Ring We'll pick up from Frodo's failure at Mount Doom to determine Sauron's strategy how the elves would seek to combat him and who would be left standing Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Turner Mohan" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IMtK_ntVorQ) 2022-03-05T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.1M engagements "The Evil Realms of Middle-earth COMPILATION Tolkien Explained Today we take a look at all the fully evil realms of Middle-earth From Morgoth's fortresses of the First Age to Sauron and the Witch-king's dark realms of the Third Age 00:00-19:09 Angband & Utumno 19:09-28:47 Mordor 28:47-45:39 Angmar 45:39-55:19 The Barrow-downs 55:19-01:04:36 Minas Morgul 01:04:36-01:15:28 Dol Guldur To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ity4LQpMkxc) 2025-05-10T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 792.3K engagements "The Complete Travels of Aragorn Tolkien Explained Today's video is brought to you by SlideBelts Save 20% at https://slidebelts.com with the code: NERDOFTHERINGS Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JHJ6FTe5tgM) 2023-12-09T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.7M engagements "Varda Elentri Queen of the Stars & Valar Tolkien Explained She is the vala most revered by the elves for she accomplished the greatest deed of all the valar - the creation of the stars. She is known for hearing all voices from every corner of the world and for seeing Melkor's darkness before all others - and it is she whom the dark lord fears most. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Check out NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=K0GoHGErBS8) 2022-12-03T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 182.9K engagements "Merry & Pippin - The Complete Travels Tolkien Explained From their early lives growing up in the Shire to reclaiming their home from Saruman we cover the complete lives and travels of Merry and Pippin These heroic hobbits would grow into not only be the tallest hobbits of all time but also the most militarily accomplished. They would hold great leadership roles in their post-war days living in The Shire. Finally in their last days they would make one last trip to Rohan and Gondor. Interview with Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan: https://youtu.be/mUAQwVJHDwA *Hit subscribe - and the bell - so" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ke_2mfL3Hf0) 2021-05-15T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 528.9K engagements "The History of Morgoth COMPILATION Tolkien Explained A compilation of my previous 3-part series on Morgoth covering his origins as Melkor throughout all his dark deeds in the First Age of Middle-earth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ktet64d9O-c) 2023-07-22T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 3.1M engagements "The Origin of Hobbits: Harfoots Fallohides and Stoors Tolkien Explained Hobbits make their mysterious appearance in the early portion of the Third Age but not in the land we know as the Shire. In this video we will track their origins and travels from the Vales of Anduin while covering the three branches of the hobbits: the Harfoots Fallohides and Stoors. We will highlight their distinctives and how their unique characteristics lived on to their descendants like Bilbo Merry and Pippin Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=M53RNYc2FWA) 2021-10-16T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 768.3K engagements "The Complete Travels of Beren & Lthien Tolkien Explained Today we cover the lives of Beren and Lthien - the most epic love story of Tolkien's Middle-earth. From facing off against jealous elves to stealing a silmaril from the very crown of Morgoth Beren and Luthien will stop at nothing to be together. Even death itself would be just another obstacle for this couple Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MA5ZyYXhyOY) 2021-02-13T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 834.6K engagements "The Greatest Swords in Middle-earth Tolkien Explained Today we cover the most famous swords in Middle-earth From the great blades of Gondolin - Glamdring Orcrist and Sting to the black sword Anglachel forged by Eol the Dark Elf. From the swords of Rohan to the re-forged sword of Aragorn Anduril. We will highlight the most well known named swords and daggers from throughout the the pages of The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion *Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings* Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=N9_Btch4Sok) 2021-06-26T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.6M engagements "Thorin's Company of Dwarves AFTER The Hobbit Tolkien Explained Covering the lives of Thorin's Company after the events of The Hobbit - through tragedy and triumph defeat and victory Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=O6glLdGEmC8) 2023-07-01T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 584.7K engagements "The Life of Thodred Prince of Rohan Tolkien Explained While short and tragic Thodred's life would be one marked by his bravery and great love and loyalty for his father Thoden and his adoptive brother omer. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OKbDEaPWaF4) 2025-09-27T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 61.3K engagements "The Complete Travels of the Ringwraiths (Nazgl) Tolkien Explained The Nazgl are the greatest of Sauron's servants. Today we track their lives and travels from their time as mortal men to their downfall with their master. Their actions before and during the War of the Ring affect many in Middle-earth. Everywhere they go they strike fear and dread into the hearts of mortals. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OU_OtTXWkDM) 2020-12-26T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 3.5M engagements "Morgoth's Metal Dragons Tolkien Explained In Tolkien's first draft of the Fall of Gondolin we find a fascinating concept - that Morgoth's dragons were actually machines of metal. Today we dive into this topic exploring the features of these massive creatures and their nature. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OlPU5OxTHzg) 2025-09-13T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 106.2K engagements "The Life of Tom Bombadil Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=P4GKGJynuoU) 2023-01-07T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 969.3K engagements "How Gondor REALLY Calls For Aid - The Red Arrow While the Beacons of Gondor make for one of the most awe-inspiring shots in The Lord of the Rings trilogy the books show us a much different method Gondor used to call for aid. Today we look at The Red Arrow Tolkien's inspirations and Borondir - one of the greatest riders of the realm Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PUdEzuy_3Vw) 2025-10-18T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 80.4K engagements "The Many Origins of Tolkien's Orcs - Elves Men & Morgoth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q8aOiRDKYl0) 2024-03-02T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 216.5K engagements "The Silmarils Tolkien Explained Covering the History and Nature of the Silmarils Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RAG2mK10hDA) 2023-08-05T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 634K engagements "The Beacons of Mordor Tolkien Explained Winners have been drawn for the giveaway Congrats to @SupremeLadyofDarkness28 @art4art2011 @nicolehough93 @michaelbook7033 @MikeyMaedhros98 @monicaswatzell1044 @windfish1986 @justsaying5934 @twentyninerooks @Gandalf_the_Camel - Shoot me an email (found in the About section of NOTR) with a screenshot of you logged into your account so we can get you your 4K or Blu-ray While the Beacons of Gondor are memorable and iconic Sauron had a similar method for issuing an order. To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SlWdryRzHZM) 2025-03-15T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 224.6K engagements "Middle-earth Reading Order - Lord of the Rings Silmarillion and beyond Tolkien [---] Today I present my recommended Reading Order for all of JRR Tolkien's books on Middle-earth My philosophy is to make it as easy a transition into the more difficult books (like The Silmarillion) as possible. In so doing I've recommended a reading order that goes by difficulty and books that contain the most narrative content. Become a supporter and join the Nerd of the Rings book club here: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Hit subscribe - and the bell My Recommended Order Narrative Books: The Hobbit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=T7322jvI8ro) 2021-12-29T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 393K engagements "Trolls of Middle Earth Tolkien Explained Today we cover the different varieties of trolls in Middle-earth: Cave-trolls Hill-trolls Mountain-trolls Snow-trolls Stone-trolls and the dreaded Olog-hai who Sauron breeds to be resistant to sunlight Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TKC8PRi61aI) 2022-09-03T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 542.5K engagements "The History of Nmenor Tolkien Explained An overview of the Rise and Fall of Nmenor Living on the island that was a gift from the Valar to the Edain this great kingdom of Men would prove a pivotal player in the Second Age. It is sure to be a primary location for the new Amazon Lord of the Rings on Prime series and boasts some of the most dramatic stories from the time period. Today's video tracks Nmenor's beginning under King Elros Tar-Minyatur - the mortal brother of Elrond. From there we follow the story of these men as they help the elves of Lindon in the War of Elves and Sauron. I'll" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TRtUiTFSZvA) 2021-09-18T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 2.5M engagements "The [--] Lives of Durin Tolkien Explained Covering every Durin of the dwarves from Durin I (the Deathless) to Durin VII (the Last). We'll track his reincarnation from his awakening and founding of Khazad-dum through the creation of the rings of power the War of the Last Alliance the awakening of the balrog and his final life where he would lead the dwarves back to Moria Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=To67Q8xRW7Q) 2023-02-04T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 378.9K engagements "Giants & Stone-Giants of Middle Earth Tolkien Explained The existence of giants may be debatable in Middle-earth but Tolkien's use of them in his early legendarium is very real. Today we explore the appearances and references of giants (and stone-giants) in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings and also dive into Tolkien's abandoned writings. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Tow0xoHUW2c) 2024-04-27T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 362.2K engagements "What if Gandalf Took the Ring Tolkien Theory "Gandalf as Ring-lord would have been far worse than Sauron" - JRR Tolkien. Today using my usual weekly level of research I've created a plausible scenario that could to Gandalf taking the One Ring and replacing the Dark Lord. There's some safe bets in here in addition to some longshots but it's all in good fun Let me know in the comments what you think would happen if the Grey wizard claimed the ring for himself Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=U_gFEN-GhiQ) 2021-01-16T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 6.8M engagements "Alan Lee talks LOTR Clamshell Edition Movie Cameos & more Check out The Lord of the Rings Clamshell Boxed Set: https://harpercollins.co.uk/pages/lord-of-the-rings-clamshell-boxset (Note: Ships worldwide except the United States) Also check out the previously released Deluxe Edition* UK: https://amzn.to/3KMN695 US: https://amzn.to/4saGHFJ *Small correction to the interview. It was this edition for which "The Forging of the Ring" was made. Product Description: Since it was first published seventy years ago The Lord of the Rings has been a book people have treasured. Steeped in unrivalled magic" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VLDM8tjNiQI) 2025-12-12T18:50Z 1.3M followers, 22.8K engagements "Aldarion and Erendis Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WS3mI73HT9Y) 2025-08-16T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 78.5K engagements "The History of the Blue Mountains Tolkien Explained From the early dwarves of Belegost and Nogrod to Thorin's Halls the Blue Mountains would be an important - though sporadic - home for the dwarves of Middle-earth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=W_w3fXlF_mo) 2025-02-01T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 483.1K engagements "The Oathbreakers The Paths of the Dead Tolkien Explained The Oathbreakers the Forgotten the Dead Men of Dunharrow - these former men of the White Mountains have many names. Today we trace their history from their beginnings as Second Age worshippers of Sauron to their cursed lives as wraiths in the mountains - doomed to never rest in peace until the heir of Isildur should call on them once more. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Support the channel on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WwHmcuwrfCM) 2020-10-30T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.3M engagements "Eru Ilvatar Tolkien Explained Hobbit Day [----] Check out An Unexpected Soundscape & A Soundscape of E on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/expectedsoundscape/an-unexpected-soundscape-and-a-soundscape-of-ea If you're watching this after the Kickstarter ends use the code NERD25 at Jordanrannells.com to get 25% off of A Long-Expected Soundscape. Check out the full Hobbit Day Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLzxLO5Ihf4Fo2t5AjwbMXlI8S0ZkCH_iA Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XodlinORb7M) 2023-09-23T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 584K engagements "When did Gandalf know Bilbo had The One Ring Tolkien Explained Today we cover the popular question - when did Gandalf realize Bilbo's ring was The One Ring It can be easy especially going off the Hobbit films to see Gandalf as foolish for not knowing this for so many years but we'll take a look at WHAT Gandalf knew and WHEN he knew it Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Y7Y-PSLUp54) 2023-01-28T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.1M engagements "The Dragons of Middle-earth COMPILATION Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YSUlfiQVuDg) 2024-11-02T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements "The Houses of the Edain (Men) Tolkien Explained Today we trace the origins and migrations of the Men of Middle-earth including how the three Houses of the Edain were founded - the ancestors of the Nmenreans. Starting from the time men awake in the far East to them become the Houses of Bor Haleth and Hador. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZDGPQBO9j9I) 2022-09-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 333.7K engagements "The History of Valinor Tolkien Explained To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 - https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80 Turner Mohan -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZragwEtLWos) 2025-02-15T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 364.1K engagements "Morgoth: The Origins of Melkor Tolkien Explained In this first of two parts we look at Morgoth's origins as Melkor the mightiest Vala created by Ilvatar who rebels in the creation of the world and goes on to wreak havoc upon the Valar the world and its elf man and dwarf inhabitants. Today we cover everything from his discord during the Music of the Ainur to his destruction of the Two Trees with the giant spider Ungoliant. His actions during this time destroying the works of the Valar and manipulating the elves will set the stage for an Age of wars to come Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZuHLyviVamA) 2021-01-30T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 5M engagements "Treebeard was originally Evil Tolkien Explained Check out the Rivendell Stained Glass Collection from Geek Orthodox Now live on kickstarter: https://bit.ly/RivendellNOTR To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_37HvWCciyA) 2025-11-08T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 157.6K engagements "The History of Arnor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_HK1sNXhbMo) 2025-11-01T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 182.6K engagements "The History of Mithril Tolkien Explained Most famously connected to the dwarves of Khazad-dm but coveted by many Mithril becomes one of the most valuable object in all Middle-earth. Lightweight and immensely strong it would be used in not only Frodo's mithril shirt but in the construction of city gates and Galadriel's ring of power. Check out the Lord of the Rings Keyboards by Drop: https://dro.ps/nerdoftherings-lotr Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ac2vsbI1wj8) 2022-09-10T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 784.4K engagements "The Balrogs of Morgoth Tolkien Explained Today we dive into the history of the Balrogs - from their origins as maiar to becoming demons who served Morgoth to their many deeds of the First Age. We meet Gothmog the Lord of Balrogs who kills the elf kings Fanor and Fingon before meeting his own demise in Ecthelion. We also cover Glorfindel's epic fight with a balrog and how Durin's Bane reached Moria. We also cover common balrog questions like: how many balrogs were there How many balrogs were left after the first age What did balrogs actually look like All this and more regarding your favorite" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bLBd1Z4ktL8) 2021-09-11T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 3.3M engagements "The Rings of Power Season [--] Review Visit https://displate.com/l/nerdoftherings or use my code NOTR to save on great metal posters from Displate Apologies for the delay folks Between taking some time off and working on some secret projects (which will be revealed in time) I let this slide to the back burner for far too long Looking forward to discussing Rings of Power Season [--] as we look back on it one year later To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bNRP2dTChKA) 2025-11-16T14:39Z 1.3M followers, 189.8K engagements "The LOTR Mithril Cut Doesn't Exist. Peter Jackson recently told Empire magazine that a Mithril Cut of The Lord of the Rings film does not exist and wouldn't be worthwhile doing. But what instead of a Mithril "Cut" we got a Mithril Edition home media release and a new documentary from PJ himself Empire Article: "Lord Of The Rings Extended-Extended Edition Mithril Cut Doesnt Exist Says Peter Jackson" https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/lord-of-the-rings-extended-extended-edition-mithril-cut-doesnt-exist-peter-jackson/ Check out my chat with TORn Tues:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cVBde0BlFhA) 2026-01-14T17:46Z 1.3M followers, 55.1K engagements "What if the Balrog Got the Ring Tolkien Theory What would the Balrog do with the One Ring What effect would it have on it Would the balrog be loyal to Sauron We tackle these questions and more in today's Tolkien Theory Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=d0vv_6jHZpg) 2024-03-23T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1M engagements "The COMPLETE History of Gondor Tolkien Explained (Compilation) Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ek8ROGWZxYc) 2024-01-20T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.6M engagements "What If Aragorn Took The Ring Tolkien Theory Check out The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship board game: https://store.asmodee.com/products/the-lord-of-the-rings-fate-of-the-fellowship Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=f3KSLjKtI3E) 2025-11-22T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 107.2K engagements "The Duels of the Balrogs Tolkien Explained Of all those to cross paths with a balrog only three would vanquish their foe. Today we look at the duels of Ecthelion Glorfindel and Gandalf to find the similarities in their sacrificial battles. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=f9Ia5vl32qQ) 2025-12-20T17:04Z 1.3M followers, 162.1K engagements "Hunt for Gollum Synopsis Revealed TheOneRing & Knights Edge Media are reporting the first synopsis for The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum We go through it line by line and see what it tells us and what we can guess from the breadcrumbs Article by @TheOneRingNet : https://www.theonering.net/torwp/2026/02/11/121517-hunt-for-gollum-film-synopsis-promises-new-characters-returning-heroes/ #huntforgollum #lordoftherings #movienews tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fFAPa2kVgqg) 2026-02-11T18:57Z 1.3M followers, 37.3K engagements "The Great Goblin & Goblin-town Tolkien Explained The Great Goblin was an important figure among the orcs. His death would directly lead to the Battle of Five Armies. But what would become of Goblin-town after his demise Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fjSXdkNuWfM) 2025-10-25T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 301.1K engagements "The History of Lothlrien Tolkien Explained While synonymous with Galadriel and Celeborn Lothlrien has a long history including it's foundation by the Nandor elves taking of a Sindarin King and participation in three wars against Sauron. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fjXPvfjPgZI) 2023-03-11T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 432.5K engagements "CLIP: John Rhys-Davies (Gimli) recites the Song of Durin Watch the FULL interview with John Rhys-Davies about returning as Gimli in The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria: https://youtu.be/pFYTKnwRItA @returntomoria Lyrics: The world was young the mountains green No stain yet on the Moon was seen No words were laid on stream or stone When Durin woke and walked alone. He named the nameless hills and dells; He drank from yet untasted wells; He stooped and looked in Mirrormere And saw a crown of stars appear As gems upon a silver thread Above the shadow of his head. The world was fair the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fkJN1b5ogBM) 2023-10-19T18:00Z 1.3M followers, 150.8K engagements "The History of Gundabad Tolkien Explained Gundabad the awakening place of Durin I is sacred for the dwarves. However it would long be a stronghold of the orcs. Today we cover the entire history of Gundabad - the battles waged there and it's importance throughout the history of Angmar Erebor and Middle-earth Join me on Tuesday as we play the brand new dwarf-centric game Return to Moria: https://www.youtube.com/live/BsQmK9eHeawsi=VRwxD1msBH9d928p Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fmCtMJO8-o8) 2023-10-21T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.1M engagements "The Dwarven Realms of Middle-earth COMPILATION Tolkien Explained Today we take a compiled (and extended) look at the realms of Tolkien's dwarves 00:00-19:30 Moria (Khazad-dm) 19:30-32:08 The Petty Dwarves 32:08-41:30 Mount Gundabad 41:30-01:01:42 Blue Mountains 01:01:42-01:15:12 Erebor 01:15:12-01:18:57 Glittering Caves & the East To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g1-NPYpQ0Bk) 2025-06-07T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 642.1K engagements "The Elf Life Cycle Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hGpjSa_r3JI) 2024-06-29T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 488.1K engagements "Frodo & Gandalf Returning for Hunt for Gollum Tolkien News Sir Ian McKellen recently revealed that both Gandalf and Frodo will be returning for The Hunt for Gollum film. We chat about how Elijah Wood may appear where this fits in the timeline of the films and what I'm looking for as we look ahead to the May [----] filming start date The Hunt for Gollum is slated for release in December [----]. For the Love of Fantasy Con site: https://www.fortheloveoffantasy.com/ #frodo #huntforgollum #gandalf tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion tolkien lord of the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hnhHaHyxXwI) 2025-08-20T19:38Z 1.3M followers, 73.4K engagements "A Tour of the Shire Tolkien Explained Check out The Brandywine Festival here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/burgschneiderlarp/middle-earth-adventures-the-brandywine-festival To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hr2xdcOeidA) 2025-03-29T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 206.1K engagements "A Tour of Hobbiton Movie Set Nerd in New Zealand Join me on a guided tour through the Hobbiton Movie Set in New Zealand Our guide Luke takes us throughout the grounds giving us behind the scenes peeks hidden tidbits about the set and insight into the set design. Special Thanks to Hobbiton Movie Set and Red Carpet Tours. Check them out to make the most of your New Zealand vacation Hobbiton Movie Set: https://www.hobbitontours.com/ Red Carpet Tours: https://www.redcarpet-tours.com/ #hobbiton #theshire #newzealand tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ihqouGmra9g) 2024-05-18T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.5M engagements "Gandalf's First Mission (as Olrin) Tolkien Explained Today we dive into The History of Middle-earth and The Nature of Middle-earth to discover Gandalf's first mission to Middle-earth. As Olrin he would be sent with Melian and the other Istari to protect the earliest elves. Together they are known as the Five Guardians Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jcYRsRF3FAY) 2024-10-05T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 468.8K engagements "The Complete Travels of Frodo Baggins Tolkien Explained Save 20% at https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ with code: vs20 Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=knD6BBchC-k) 2023-11-25T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 369.2K engagements "The One Ring of Power: History Powers & Travels Tolkien Explained Concluding our series on the Rings of Power with THE ONE RING. Sauron's master ring plunges the Second Age into darkness and in the Third Age it holds the fate of Middle-earth Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Ted Nasmith - www.tednasmith.com/shop/ Jerry Vanderstelt - store.vandersteltstudio.com/main.sc Anke Eissmann - http://anke.edoras-art.de/anke_illustration.html The Nazgul Spartank42 Sauron Vanderstelt" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kxMO8xTLeoc) 2022-01-22T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.8M engagements "The History of Rhn Tolkien Explained Rhn is one of Middle-earth's most mysterious lands. We know it is home to the Easterlings but it is also home to four clans of the dwarves three wizards and beasts both fantastic - and possibly mythical. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lAY-NjLrCuY) 2022-10-29T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.5M engagements "The History of Mirkwood Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lTUCQNPSaTQ) 2025-01-18T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 656.9K engagements "Aragorn's Justice and Mercy Tolkien Explained In the brief moments we see Aragorn serving as King we get a great indication of his character and leadership. In one of his first Kingly acts we find Aragorn's great sense of justice and also his capacity for mercy. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=n8SOa2eDvqA) 2025-12-13T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 50.5K engagements "A Guide to Tolkien's Elves Tolkien Explained Explaining the clans of the elves - not only the Vanyar Noldor & Teleri but all the subgroups like the Sindar Silvan Laiquendi Falmari Falathrim Avari and more. We'll cover the elves from their awakening at Cuivinen through their travels west to Valinor highlighting every departure (or sundering) along the way resulting in new groups of elves Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nuK3LuRbyrU) 2021-02-20T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1M engagements "Tuor the Man who became Immortal Tolkien Explained Tuor a man raised by elves was so great among the people of Gondolin and such a great instrument of Ulmo that he would come to be counted among the Eldar. In this video we cover his childhood in Dor-lomin his years in captivity under the Easterlings and his journeys from Vinyamar to Gondolin to the Havens of Sirion and ultimately into the West. Along the way Tuor plays an important role in the history of Gondolin. Not only delivering Ulmo's message but also leading the survivors from the fallen city. His son Earendil would come to fulfill the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o0nYvYcPPLE) 2021-11-06T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 694.5K engagements "ArdaCraft: A Tour of Middle-earth in Minecraft [----] We are BACK in the world of Middle-earth in Minecraft We join our friends at ArdaCraft once again to see all the updates and expansions since we last saw them four years ago. If you'd like to learn more about - or volunteer for - Ardacraft check them out at: https://www.ardacraft.me/ 00:00-04:33 Intro at Merton College Oxford 04:33-22:57 The Shire 22:57-25:30 The House of Tom Bombadil 25:30-33:57 Bree 33:57-33:44 Weathertop 33:44-43:56 Tharbad 43:56-45:59 Annminas 45:59-52:03 Rivendell 52:03-01:03:52 Moria 01:03:52-01:12:09 Lorien" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o9Sn1DbuyWk) 2025-05-22T18:49Z 1.3M followers, 537.9K engagements "Aul the Smith of the Valar Tolkien Explained Aul is one of the mightiest of the Valar creator of the dwarves and former master of both Sauron and Saruman. Today we cover what we know of this great Smith of the Valar. Check out The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game from Fantasy Flight Games: https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-card-game/ Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Check out NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q2A4DYGQRSw) 2022-11-19T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 244.2K engagements "The Life of Finarfin Tolkien Explained The father of Galadriel was an elf of Valinor who showed remarkable wisdom and strength. While great sorrows would befall his children he would stand as a beacon of solid dedication to the elves Valinor and Middle-earth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qe6tFcNdnXg) 2025-11-29T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 61.1K engagements "The Watcher in the Water & the Nameless Things of Moria Tolkien Explained They are among the most mysterious creatures in Tolkien's Middle-earth. The Watcher in the Water and the Nameless Things of Moria are glimpsed and mentioned in passages and are even said to be unknown to Sauron. Likely a byproduct of the creation of the world these creatures found refuge in the depths of Moria until one would escape to haunt the entrance to Khazad-dm Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rZkUlv1VVnQ) 2021-12-18T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.4M engagements "Orc Women Children & Families Tolkien Explained There's been lots of chatter about the orc family depicted in Rings of Power so I thought it would be a great chance to dive into orc origins what Tolkien says about female orcs and Sauron's hold over the orcs. I'll also give some of my thoughts on this particular depiction. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sFlCgq67lD8) 2024-09-11T13:30Z 1.3M followers, 343.3K engagements "Ulmo the Lord of Waters Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Check out NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://store.vandersteltstudio.com/main.sc Anna" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=spaOtCz5u4A) 2022-12-10T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 253.5K engagements "Why Sauron Wants Mithril Tolkien Explained Save on your Displate order here: https://displate.com/art=65e896a8597ad Discount Code: NOTR Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=u-VEOEKe9X0) 2024-04-13T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 451.3K engagements "The History of Lembas Tolkien Explained The legendary waybread of the elves originates in Valinor. This special food would be a closely guarded and sacred secret of their kind. Check out some great Lembas recipes from: @HappyHobbit : https://youtu.be/4ZWAWcNZf1Usi=B0IpbwfhXPytus0u @teawithtolkien : https://www.teawithtolkien.com/blog/2017/9/10/homemade-lembas-bread @Jess_of_the_Shire : https://youtu.be/02FNmKE2r2ksi=uBAzuypB8WWxYIKp Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ubygWJ8DQpo) 2026-01-31T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 135.5K engagements "The Complete Travels of Bilbo Baggins Tolkien Explained Bilbo Baggins is Middle-earth's most adventurous hobbit. Today we cover his complete life of travels from his early efforts to see elves and dwarves to his famous Quest of Erebor to his return to Dale and Rivendell later in life. *Hit subscribe - and the bell* Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and transformative purpose such as to comment upon criticize or parody a copyrighted work. Such uses can be" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uwmtKlLxDA8) 2021-07-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 440.7K engagements "The Wizard King of Nmenor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=v2gvQztOtTs) 2024-11-23T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 353K engagements "Maps of Middle-earth: The First Age The Silmarillion Explained Covering the lands of The Silmarillion region by region. We break down the entire map of Beleriand - the primary location of the events of the First Age of Middle-earth. Along the way we will note important realms events and strongholds from The Silmarillion The Children of Hrin Beren and Lthien and The Fall of Gondolin. *Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings* Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vAGpyLWIjDY) 2021-03-27T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.4M engagements "Elros Tar-Minyatur First King of Nmenor Tolkien Explained Elros the brother of Elrond chose to live a mortal life. He becomes the first king of Nmenor and would lead his kingdom to greatness over [---] years of rule. His decision to be counted among men and the manner of his death would mirror those of Arwen and Aragorn. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vLIuC9AtGBo) 2023-05-13T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 185.1K engagements "Huan The Hound of Valinor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wjKvDJSZDLY) 2024-11-09T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 181.7K engagements "Was the Mithril Shirt for Legolas Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xaItJM1nxck) 2026-02-07T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 57K engagements "The Complete Travels of Galadriel Tolkien Explained Today we follow Galadriel's life: her birth in Aman exile with the rest of the Noldor the first age in Beleriand and her deeds in the second and third ages of Middle-earth. From Galadriel's journey to Middle-earth meeting her husband Celeborn possessing Nenya - a Ring of Power membership in the White Council assisting the Fellowhip and destroying Dol Guldur after the destruction of the One Ring - we will cover it all Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings NEW - you can know become a supporter of NOTR" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yDX-2rTxE6Y) 2020-11-07T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.6M engagements "What if Saruman Got The One Ring Tolkien Theory Check out The Long-Expected Soundscape: https://jordanrannells.com/shop 25% off the 3-part collection: NERD25 (Expires June [--] 2023) 15% off the 3-part collection after June 10: NERD15 10% off one soundscape: NERD10 Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yM0N51_AGg0) 2023-05-20T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 850.6K engagements "The Beacons of Gondor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=z15uiG38RC0) 2024-02-17T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 219.3K engagements "Aranarth The First Dnedain Ranger Tolkien Explained Use code: rivendellnerd to save 15% off at https://vandersteltstudio.com Check out Jerry's beautiful new Rivendell piece https://vandersteltstudio.com/product/at-the-bridge-of-rivendell-a-hope-re-kindled-paper-giclee-print/ Also check out the awesome Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game products featured in the video: https://www.warhammer.com/en-US/shop/middle-earth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zDkQx0bp_BE) 2025-12-06T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 72.4K engagements "The Mouth of Sauron Queen Berthiel & the Black Nmenreans Tolkien Explained The Black Nmenreans were survivors of their fallen realm who were loyal to - and worshipped - Sauron. Among them are three Ringwraiths the Mouth of Sauron and Queen Berthiel of Gondor. They were descended from the King's Men the large group of Nmenreans who turned their backs upon the Valor and Elder. The Mouth of Sauron would become a lieutenant and emissary of Sauron the Ringwraiths among his most trusted servants and Queen Berthiel would be among the most mysterious rulers of Men ever. 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"Maeglin Traitor of Gondolin Tolkien Explained Maeglin has one of the most tumultuous childhoods of the First Age. Despite this he would grow to become a great prince of Gondolin before committing the greatest betrayal of the Age. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints"
YouTube Link 2025-08-23T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 67K engagements
"Collecting Tolkien Books on a Budget My tips and recommendations for collecting Tolkien books on a budget UK Editions at Blackwells: https://www.blackwells.co.uka_aid=nerdoftherings (If you're looking for the UK editions of Tolkien books I recommend Blackwells. They do a much better job of packing their books than AmazonUK so they don't arrive damaged.) Find all the US Editions discussed in the video here: https://amzn.to/414PJbL Individual Links: The Hobbit paperback: https://amzn.to/4hnZRSr The Fellowship of the Ring paperback: https://amzn.to/42KbVsF The Two Towers paperback:"
YouTube Link 2025-02-05T17:11Z 1.3M followers, 72.4K engagements
"The Gollum Art Mask is CREEPY and AWESOME #lordoftherings Shop the @PureArts The Lord of the Rings line here: https://www.purearts.com/collections/the-lord-of-the-ringssca_ref=1728901.fPfFhiiu4f Also available from @CollectorZown : https://www.collectorzown.com/searchtype=product&q=purearts Save 15% with code: NOTR #gollum #lordoftherings #collectibles tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion gollum tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion gollum"
YouTube Link 2025-08-13T19:18Z 1.3M followers, 23.5K engagements
"The Life of Elrond Half-elven Tolkien Explained Elrond is one of the most important characters throughout The Lord of the Rings The Hobbit and the Silmarillion. His life would be one full of significance but also separation from those he loved. Through hardship and war he would rise to become one of the wisest and most powerful rulers in Middle-earth. Today's video is brought to you by SlideBelts Save 20% at Slidebelts.com with the code: NERDOFTHERINGS Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these"
YouTube Link 2022-04-23T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.7M engagements
"The Unions of Elves & Men Tolkien Explained Check out https://vandersteltstudio.com/ for some awesome Middle-earth prints - and visit Jerry's Comic-Con booth (1929) Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2024-07-20T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 161K engagements
"Glin & in Tolkien Explained - Dwarves of Erebor Gimlis father and uncle highlight our latest video in the series on Thorins Company. Today we look at their lives from their birth in Dunland during the dwarven exile through ins travels with Balin to Moria and Glins life during and after the Lord of the Rings. Aside from being closest related to the most famous dwarf in Tolkiens works Glin and in were members of the Quest of Erebor. Glin was the one King Dain sent to Rivendell to warn Bilbo and to seek Elronds counsel. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the"
YouTube Link 2020-05-22T20:40Z 1.3M followers, 260.6K engagements
"Unboxing the AWESOMELY CREEPY Gollum Art Mask by PureArts Shop the @PureArts The Lord of the Rings line here: https://www.purearts.com/collections/the-lord-of-the-ringssca_ref=1728901.fPfFhiiu4f Also available from @CollectorZown : https://www.collectorzown.com/searchtype=product&q=purearts Save 15% with code: NOTR Product Description: PureArts crafts a hyper-realistic 1/1 scale art mask of Gollum complete with silicon skin glass eyes and individually punched synthetic hair. Channeling the infamous moment when Gollum leads Frodo and Sam to the lair of Shelob The Gollum 1/1 Scale Art Mask sits"
YouTube Link 2025-08-12T17:01Z 1.3M followers, [----] engagements
"Gandalf the Grey Pipe Staff & Moria Staff Unboxing Lord of the Rings Collectibles Review Check out Gandalf's Staff: https://bit.ly/GandalfNOTR We take an up-close look at Gandalf the Grey's Staff with Pipe & Nail (UC 3108) as well as compare it to his light-up Moria Staff (UC 3328) Product Description: The staff of Gandalf the Grey is a symbol of his status as an 'Istari' or Wizard. It was once owned by Radagast the Brown crafted from an upturned twisted sapling once crowned with twig and root-like protrusions but now all broken and worn down. As well as being Gandalf's trusted walking stick"
YouTube Link 2022-11-11T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 80.9K engagements
"Visiting an EPIC Return to Moria build To Celebrate Hobbit Day we are diving back into Return to Moria Check out the Full Hobbit Day Community Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLzxLO5Ihf4FqiVjY3BHlpjGKp6eoh4uHk&jct=sgU15T0aASWGpJM-99Lrrw"
YouTube Link 2025-09-22T03:26Z 1.3M followers, 16.8K engagements
"The History of Bree Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2024-04-06T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 297K engagements
"The Ages of Middle-earth Tolkien Explained Long live the Mithril Edition: https://youtu.be/cVBde0BlFhA Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 103.9K engagements
"The Complete Travels Gollum Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ Music excerpts from A Long-Expected Soundscape composed by Jordan Rannells - Find out more at http://www.jordanrannells.com To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2023-05-27T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 917.4K engagements
"Learning Dwarvish Insults and what Gimli REALLY said Today we dive into the dwarvish behind Gimli's (and later Thorin's) insults as well as take a look at some colorful new dwarvish phrases you can use in your everyday life David Salo's Post: http://khuzdul.su/board/david_salo_gimla_ok_orins_b_lvan_na_angl_jaz/4-1-0-71 The Dwarrow Scholar: https://www.dwarrowscholar.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena"
YouTube Link 2025-04-19T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 137K engagements
"The Entwives & What Happened To Them Tolkien Explained Check out Magic: the Gathering: Wilds of Eldraine: https://bit.ly/WOExNOTR Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2023-09-09T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 344K engagements
""J.R.R. Tolkien: The Father of Modern Fantasy" with Don Marshall Check out Don's new book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/J-R-R-Tolkien/Don-Marshall/Pocket-Portraits/9781507224175"
YouTube Link 2025-11-25T18:22Z 1.3M followers, [----] engagements
"Fili and Kili Tolkien Explained - Dwarves of Erebor We're taking a brief look at the lives of Fili and Kili - the sister-sons of Thorin Oakenshield. Fili being the eldest is heir to Thorin's kingship. The two are the youngest of the company by at least [--] years at the time of The Quest of Erebor. This will the the shortest video in the series as the brothers had tragically short lives themselves. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and"
YouTube Link 2020-04-26T14:30Z 1.3M followers, 145.2K engagements
"The Palantri: Seeing Stones of Middle-earth Tolkien Explained Since it was first revealed that Saruman was using a palantr in The Lord of the Rings fans have wondered where these seeing stones came from and where they were located. Today we will not only cover their likely creation by the greatest craftsman in Tolkien's mythology but also how they ended up in Middle-earth and where they were placed We know that Saruman Denethor Sauron and Aragorn all use various palantri during the events of the War of the Ring but there were originally seven in Middle-earth (plus one in Valinor). Check out"
YouTube Link 2021-05-29T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements
"A Cosmere Adaptation is on the way This is not a drill Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere is heading to AppleTV Join me and some friends tomorrow night as we talk about this (and some LOTR news bits) tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T02:02Z 1.3M followers, 33.6K engagements
"Why Sauron Fears Aragorn Tolkien Explained Sauron's hatred of Nmenor would bring about some of his greatest victories. However the great men who would rise from the ashes would ever gnaw at him culminating in the rise of Aragorn in [----] of the Third Age. It is this hatred and fear that would lead to Sauron's undoing. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts"
YouTube Link 2025-09-06T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 210.6K engagements
"The History of Erebor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2023-04-01T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.1M engagements
"Ulmo had a fishy car From my latest video on the Uncharted Lands of Middle-earth we digress about Ulmos fishy car pulled by a Narwhal and a Sea Lion Featuring new art by Ralph Damiani"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T17:25Z 1.3M followers, 30.7K engagements
"Unboxing the Juniper Books Tolkien Collection Go to my Instagram post to enter https://www.instagram.com/p/C8fImcVuR3n/img_index=1 If you're interested in shopping the cool collections that Juniper Books offers visit here: https://juniperbooks.com/collections/ringers #tolkien #books #unboxing tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion juniper books juniper lord of the rings juniper tolkien tolkien books lord of the rings books specialty books lotr unboxing lord of the rings unboxing tolkien unboxing tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of"
YouTube Link 2024-06-21T17:41Z 1.3M followers, 33K engagements
"Reclaiming Durin's Tower in Return to Moria After reclaiming Durin's Tower we seek to rebuild it - and decorate it for Christmas #returntomoria #yule #durin return to moria lord of the rings lotr tolkien return to moria lord of the rings lotr tolkien"
YouTube Link 2025-12-16T04:53Z 1.3M followers, 13.4K engagements
"El the Dark Elf Tolkien Explained Covering the life of El the dark elf - his forging of the great black blades of the First Age his marriage to Aredhel his son Maeglin and his self-wrought doom in Gondolin Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints"
YouTube Link 2022-09-17T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 680.6K engagements
"Five Great Tom Bombadil Theories Tolkien Theory Who is Tom Bombadil It is one of the biggest questions in all Middle-earth. Today we are going to cover five of the best and most popular theories of who or what Tom Bombadil is. We will cover many of the oldest and most common: Tom is one of the Valar Maiar and Eru himself. As well as a newer and more complicated theory Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings For the full theory on Tom being the Music of the Ainur check out this blog:"
YouTube Link 2021-01-09T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 4.6M engagements
"Epic Universe Isle of Berk is AMAZING 🙏 Please put LOTR next door Im blown away by how well done the Isle of Berk is at Epic Universe It has only made me want a LOTR park in the expansion pad next door even more"
YouTube Link 2025-10-01T17:18Z 1.3M followers, 28.1K engagements
"Wars of the Witch-King & Arnor Hobbit Day [----] Check out the full Hobbit Day playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLLyHBx6FRJC0H9EnNSmkd-cMyTWhcC-aq This Hobbit Day we are looking back at the history of the realm of Arnor and its wars with the Witch-King of Angmar. We find out how The Shire came to be inhabited with hobbits and how the rangers of the North are all that remains of the once mighty kingdom by the time of The Lord of the Rings. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any"
YouTube Link 2020-09-21T23:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements
"John Rhys-Davies Talks Gimli The Lord of the Rings Indiana Jones and more I had the pleasure of speaking with John Rhys-Davies about Gimli The Lord of the Rings Indiana Jones books and more. John even does an in-character reading as Gimli from the books from a fan-favorite moment - the description of the Glittering Caves This interview was made possible through the fundraiser "It's Time to Shout James" made for a young man from New Zealand James Depree currently battling Stage [--] Hodgkins Lymphoma. You can donate to help James - and have a chance to win a 1-on-1 virtual chat with John"
YouTube Link 2021-11-18T02:00Z 1.3M followers, 501.7K engagements
"Galadriel's Gift of Hair to Gimli Tolkien Explained As the Fellowship departs Lrien Gimli asks simply for a single hair from Galadriel's head. Little did he know this request had been made before. The history and significance of this request was greater than he could have ever known - as is Galadriel's response To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints"
YouTube Link 2025-06-28T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 183.8K engagements
"The History of the Shire Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Check out NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://store.vandersteltstudio.com/main.sc Anna"
YouTube Link 2022-12-24T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 375.1K engagements
"The ORIGINAL Riddles in the Dark - Gollum Gives Up The One Ring Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry"
YouTube Link 2024-08-31T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 46.8K engagements
"The [--] Houses of Gondolin Tolkien Explained To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 - https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80 Turner Mohan -"
YouTube Link 2025-03-08T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 166.6K engagements
"Sauron in the First Age Tolkien Explained Today we cover the origins of Sauron including his time as the maia Mairon coming to serve Morgoth and fighting for the Dark Lord during the Wars of Beleriand. We cover his life and travels throughout the First Age as he serves Melkor seizes control of Tol Sirion creates the werewolves and his legendary fight with Huan the Hound of Valinor Enjoy today's video as we explain Sauron's story during The Silmarillion. Sauron in the Second Age: https://youtu.be/NhMGyTJVA4s Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd"
YouTube Link 2021-04-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.9M engagements
"The Nine Rings of Power for Men (Ringwraiths) Tolkien Explained Continuing our dive into the Rings of Power we cover the "Nine for Mortal Men Doomed to Die." A likely plot point of Amazon's Lord of the Rings series Sauron gives nine rings to men tempted by power. The rings give them long life and help them become mighty kings warriors and sorcerers. They would gradually be pulled into the Unseen until they exist entirely in the wraith world and are fully enslaved under the power of The One Ring. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings"
YouTube Link 2022-01-01T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements
"The New Shadow: Tolkien's Abandoned Sequel to The Lord of the Rings Today we cover the story creation and abandonment of JRR Tolkien's The New Shadow - a sequel to The Lord of the Rings. It follows the youngest son of Beregond Borlas - who is now an aging man. Borlas enters into a conversation with Saelon where they discuss a growing darkness in the world of Man. This New Shadow - a Dark Tree - is led by a mysterious figure known as Herumor. Combined with the disappearance of a Gondorian ship the mystery of this new secret group and Tolkien's brief writing are brought to a close with a"
YouTube Link 2021-12-04T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2M engagements
"Morgoth's Strongholds: Utumno & Angband Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/"
YouTube Link 2025-01-11T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 387.7K engagements
"The Complete Travels of Gandalf Tolkien Explained Gandalf is known for his many travels far and wide in Middle-earth. Today we cover all of the known journeys of the great wizard. From his dwelling in Aman during the first and second ages to his deeds in overthrowing Sauron and return to the Undying Lands we will see where Gandalf goes and explain why. Unlike Saruman Gandalf never sets down roots preferring to travel far and wide in his efforts to fight Sauron. Whether you call him Mithrandir Tharkn or Gandalf you'll enjoy seeing every one of his journey's during his centuries in"
YouTube Link 2020-10-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 5.3M engagements
"The Creation of Arda (The Ainulindal) Tolkien Explained Today we talk about Eru's creation of the Ainur and the Ainulindal that followed. This "Music of the Ainur" would bring about the world of Arda itself - the beauty of creation and the discord introduced by Morgoth. To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry"
YouTube Link 2025-06-15T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 113.8K engagements
"Brandon Sanderson talks Tolkien Fantasy & Potential Cosmere Adaptations At Dragonsteel Nexus I had the chance to sit down with author @BrandSanderson to chat about the works of J.R.R. Tolkien the Fantasy genre and his most important thing for a potential Cosmere film adaptation For more on Brandon's books including INCREDIBLE leatherbound editions visit: https://www.dragonsteelbooks.com/ If you've never read Brandon's books do yourself a favor and give Mistborn (fantasy/sci-fi) or The Way of Kings (high fantasy) a try Mistborn Trilogy: https://amzn.to/4gHOofE The Way of Kings:"
YouTube Link 2024-12-19T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 134.3K engagements
"The Life of Smaug & the Dragons of the North Tolkien Explained Today we cover the life of Smaug - the greatest dragon of the Third Age. We also cover his ancestors - the dragons of the North - and their wars with the dwarves of the Grey Mountains - including the ancestors of Thorin Oakenshield. From Scatha and Cold Drakes to Smaug and the dragons that may have existed after him we talk about them all Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair"
YouTube Link 2021-01-02T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 4.2M engagements
"The Seven Houses of the Dwarves Tolkien Explained Today we dive into the original seven fathers of the dwarves and their respective houses: the Longbeards Blacklocks Broadbeams Firebeards Ironfists Stonefoots and Stiffbeards. We will also cover the Petty-dwarves and their hostility toward the elves. Follow each house of the dwarves throughout their history in both Beleriand and Middle-earth We will even see some brand new information from the pages of "The Nature of Middle-earth" The Nature of Middle-earth is available Sept 2: US: https://amzn.to/3jooov5 UK: https://amzn.to/3BpkGHX (these are"
YouTube Link 2021-08-28T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.3M engagements
"The Dnedain Rangers of the North Tolkien Explained They are the last remnants of the once great kingdom of Arnor. They would dwell and operate in secret protecting the inhabitants of Eriador while kindling the hope that one of their line would one day bring the kingdom back to its former glory. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew"
YouTube Link 2024-08-03T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 524.9K engagements
"Bifur Bofur & Bombur Tolkien Explained - Dwarves of Erebor The only dwarves of the Company not descended from Durin Bifur Bofur and Bombur are unique among the group. Bofur and Bombur are brothers and Bifur is their cousin. Today we will take a look at their lives from their likely homes in the Blue Mountains to their lives after the events of The Hobbit. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and transformative purpose such as to comment upon"
YouTube Link 2020-05-16T13:11Z 1.3M followers, 195.7K engagements
"The Life of Celebran (Elrond's Wife) Tolkien Explained Today we take a look at the life of Celebran - a life of great love and great sorrow. She is the wife of Elrond as well as the daughter of Galadriel and Celeborn. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -"
YouTube Link 2024-09-28T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 179.8K engagements
"The Scouring of the Shire Tolkien Explained The Lord of the Rings book ends much differently from the Peter Jackson films. In reality the hobbits return home to find the Shire ravaged. The battle for Middle-earth may have been won but the battle for the Shire is about to begin Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Turner Mohan - www.instagram.com/turner_mohan Ted Nasmith -"
YouTube Link 2022-04-02T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 672.5K engagements
"The Blue Wizards and the East Tolkien Explained The Blue Wizards are two of the most mysterious characters in Tolkien's Middle-earth. The two versions of their story - the later coming in the final years of Tolkien's life - are very different. Here we will look at both as well as some of the events going on in the East during the time they lived in that area of Middle-earth. From Saruman also traveling to the East to Sauron hiding there multiple times and the Blue Wizards working against Sauron among the Easterlings. What do you think happened to the Blue Wizards Hit subscribe - and the bell"
YouTube Link 2020-12-12T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.8M engagements
"The Ultimate Tolkien Reading Order In honor of Tolkien Reading Day I'm sharing my Tolkien Reading Order - including the new books we've gotten over the past few years like The Fall of Nmenor the new edition of Tolkien's Letters and the Poems of J.R.R. Tolkien Collection Middle-earth Reading Order The Hobbit - https://amzn.to/41P10fu The Lord of the Rings - https://amzn.to/4iSqdN0 The Children of Hrin - https://amzn.to/4bZ49Oj The Silmarillion - https://amzn.to/4bOztPL The Fall of Nmenor - https://amzn.to/4iSmkHR Unfinished Tales - https://amzn.to/41Tgn6F The Adventures of Tom Bombadil -"
YouTube Link 2025-03-22T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 136.9K engagements
"A Guide to Tolkien Audiobooks: Which One is Best for You To see if you're eligible for a free book from Audible click here: https://amzn.to/32OkbqC This video is NOT sponsored by Audible. The link above is a referral link but the video has no association with Audible or Amazon. Have you wondered: which Tolkien Audiobook should I listen to If you feel overwhelmed by the number of Tolkien audiobooks to choose from do not fear I've listened to countless hours of audiobooks in Tolkien's world and hope to help you find a great audiobook for your next listen Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you"
YouTube Link 2020-03-03T20:30Z 1.3M followers, 113.9K engagements
"Sauron the Necromancer Tolkien Explained For a period of over [----] years Sauron is known as the mysterious "Necromancer" of Dol Guldur. Why does he get this name What definition of Necromancer is Tolkien using And does Sauron have power over the dead Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/"
YouTube Link 2023-09-16T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1M engagements
"The Life of Aragorn before The Lord of the Rings Tolkien Explained What was Aragorn doing before The Lord of the Rings After his father Arathorn is killed Aragorn is taken to Rivendell to be raised by Elrond. He grows into a great warrior and his experiences will mold him into the man who would reclaim the throne of Gondor and Arnor and usher in the fourth age of Middle-earth Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and transformative purpose such as"
YouTube Link 2020-03-06T20:30Z 1.3M followers, 3M engagements
"The Hunt For Gollum (Book Version) Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2024-05-25T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 645.1K engagements
"Scatha & the Cold-drakes Tolkien Explained Thanks to new Tolkien writings released in [----] we now know more than ever about cold-drakes These dragons who now include Scatha had an icy breath that froze victims with fear The Collected Poems of JRR Tolkien: https://amzn.to/40P9Lp9 Hit subscribe and turn on notifications for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2025-02-08T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 268.4K engagements
"The History of Sauron COMPILATION Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2023-10-28T17:53Z 1.3M followers, 4M engagements
"The Complete Travels of Treebeard Tolkien Explained Treebeard the Ent also known as Fangorn is one of the oldest beings in Middle-earth. Today we track his life from the Years of the Trees through the First Second and Third Ages. From the Ents battle with Beren against a group of dwarves to their tragic separation from the Entwives to their attack on Isengard - we cover it all Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of"
YouTube Link 2020-11-21T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements
"Prophecies & Foresight in Middle-earth Tolkien Explained To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 - https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80 Turner Mohan -"
YouTube Link 2025-03-01T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 142.4K engagements
"Orcs Goblins & Uruk-hai - What's the Difference Tolkien Explained Today we cover all the different variations of orc and what makes them unique - Uruk-hai Goblin-men Half-orcs Snaga Snifflers and any other type of orc you can think of We will also cover how each type of orc was created - from the very first orcs corrupted by Melkor to the Uruk-hai of Sauron and Saruman to the half-orcs and goblin-men created at Isengard. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All"
YouTube Link 2021-06-05T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.3M engagements
"Henneth Annn & The Forbidden Pool Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 174.5K engagements
"The History of the Haradrim Tolkien Explained A great southern kingdom tamers of the mighty Mmakil and a land caught between the opposing forces of Nmenor and Sauron. The Haradrim were divided between those who served the dark lord and those who opposed him. Likely aided by the Blue Wizards they would not only be enslaved by Sauron but also the Nmenreans as their kingdom turns to darkness. In the Third Age Gandalf would visit the southern realm and many Haradrim would aid Sauron in the War of the Ring. Be sure to visit Lord of Maps to see their holiday specials and use the code NERDOFMAPS at"
YouTube Link 2021-12-11T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.3M engagements
"The History of Dol Guldur Sauron's Northern Fortress Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Turner Mohan - www.instagram.com/turner_mohan Ted Nasmith - www.tednasmith.com/shop/ Anke Eissmann - http://anke.edoras-art.de/anke_illustration.html Donato Giancola - https://www.donatoarts.com/online-store/secure-store/Middle-earth-c34110463 Aronja Art -"
YouTube Link 2022-05-14T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 933.5K engagements
"Elladan & Elrohir Sons of Elrond Tolkien Explained The twin sons of Elrond played an important role in the lives of Aragorn and Arwen yet it is their first deed that would be their most tragic. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Thumbnail features: Elladan & Elrohir - Magali Villeneuve Aragorn - Jerry Vanderstelt To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2025-09-20T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 119.5K engagements
"How did Morgoth create Dragons To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 - https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80 Turner Mohan - www.instagram.com/turner_mohan"
YouTube Link 2025-02-22T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 467.6K engagements
"Elrond & Elros in the First Age Tolkien Explained Twin brothers Elrond and Elros born in the late first age grew up during a tumultuous time in Middle-earth. Check out this recap of their time in the first age before next week's episode where we will look at Elrond's life and childhood during the first age. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and transformative purpose such as to comment upon criticize or parody a copyrighted work. Such uses can"
YouTube Link 2020-02-18T19:30Z 1.3M followers, 334K engagements
""Precious" by Gollum (a "Peaches" parody) For the parents always looking for a way to get their kids into LOTR here's a Mario Bros "Peaches" parody - "Precious" by Gollum. Thumbnail art by Allan Whincup Instagram: @allanwhincup Mixed by Jordan Rannells of A Long-Expected Soundscape https://jordanrannells.com #precious #peaches #gollum tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion peaches song peaches bowser peaches parody precious parody precious precious by gollum precious gollum gollum song gollum song peaches gollum peaches peaches gollum Mario movie song"
YouTube Link 2023-06-11T21:00Z 1.3M followers, 502.8K engagements
"The Variags of Khand Tolkien Explained Today we dive into one of the least-known realms of Middle-earth - the land of Khand and their warriors the Variags Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 79.9K engagements
"The Fellowship AFTER The Lord of the Rings Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2023-06-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.6M engagements
"Peter Jackson talks Christopher Lee's casting in LOTR The Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson discusses Christopher Lee's casting as Saruman in this exclusive clip from the upcoming documentary "The Life and Deaths of Christopher Lee". Jackson tells of Lee's insistence on auditioning for Gandalf and that they had no other actor in mind to play Saruman. Copies of the film will ONLY be available through Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jonspira/the-life-and-deaths-of-christopher-lee/ The film directed by John Spira contains a Tolkien sequence animated and directed by Dave"
YouTube Link 2024-05-16T18:14Z 1.3M followers, 114.4K engagements
"Why Gandalf Fears Sauron Tolkien Explained When he is tasked with becoming one of the wizards Olrin (Gandalf) says that he is not up to the task - and that he FEARS Sauron. Today we explore why Gandalf would have this fear and what drives the wizard we all know. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2025-08-30T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 413.7K engagements
"Who COULD Wield The One Ring Tolkien Explained The one ring answers to Sauron alone.or does it It's one of the most common misconceptions I see in my comments section - the idea that anyone but Sauron using the ring was out of the question. However as Tolkien himself says in his letters - it was possible for others to use and even master the One Ring Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -"
YouTube Link 2025-10-04T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 293.1K engagements
"The History of Moria (Khazad-dm) Tolkien Explained Khazad-dm or Moria was the greatest dwarf kingdom in the history of Middle-earth. Today we cover it's entire history from its founding by Durin I to its reclamation by King Durin VII - long after the Return of the King. It's doors were made by the greatest craftsmen of the Second Age - the dwarf Narvi and the elf lord Celebrimbor. It would rise to incredible heights until the awakening of the Balrog of Morgoth Durin's Bane. Be sure to visit Lord of Maps to see their holiday specials and use the code NERDOFMAPS at LordofMaps.com to save 15% on"
YouTube Link 2021-11-20T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 4.3M engagements
"The Life of Gil-galad the Last High King Tolkien Explained Today we cover the entire life of one of the greatest High Kings of the Noldor - Gil-galad Sure to feature in the new Amazon series Gil-galad leads his people during the final days of the First Age and throughout the entire Second Age. He shows great wisdom and bravery and is personally involved in defeating Sauron TWICE in war. Founding the Kingdom of Lindon he provides a safe haven for the elves of Beleriand to begin the Second Age. While elves like Galadriel and Celebrimbor would strike out to other realms Gil-galad Crdan and"
YouTube Link 2021-08-14T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.1M engagements
"The Two Trees of Valinor and the White Tree of Gondor Tolkien Explained In honor of the new image released by Amazon's Lord of the Rings on Prime we are covering The Two Trees of Valinor and how they directly connect to the White Trees of Gondor. We trace the line of the trees - from Laurelin and Telperion to Galathilion in Tirion to Nimloth of Numenor to the White Tree of Gondor. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and"
YouTube Link 2021-08-07T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 623.1K engagements
"Lords of the Valar Tolkien Explained The Valar of Middle-earth The great powers of Arda Today we complete our two-part series by covering the Lords of Tolkien's Valar: Manw Slimo - King of the Valar Ulmo - King of the Sea Aul the Smith Orom the Huntsman Mandos - Judge of the Dead Lrien - Master of Dreams Tulkas - Champion of Valinor PART [--] - Queens of the Valar: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=0sCpIbIXP6U Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under"
YouTube Link 2021-04-17T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 796.6K engagements
"The Powers of the Istari (Wizards) Tolkien Explained Well highlight not only how the wizards were bound to their physical bodies but also the instances where we get glimpses of their power. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints"
YouTube Link 2022-10-22T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.7M engagements
"What if Sauron got The One Ring Tolkien Theory We look at sections of The Lord of the Rings and Tolkien's letters to answer the question - what would happen if Sauron reclaimed The One Ring We'll pick up from Frodo's failure at Mount Doom to determine Sauron's strategy how the elves would seek to combat him and who would be left standing Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Turner Mohan"
YouTube Link 2022-03-05T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.1M engagements
"The Evil Realms of Middle-earth COMPILATION Tolkien Explained Today we take a look at all the fully evil realms of Middle-earth From Morgoth's fortresses of the First Age to Sauron and the Witch-king's dark realms of the Third Age 00:00-19:09 Angband & Utumno 19:09-28:47 Mordor 28:47-45:39 Angmar 45:39-55:19 The Barrow-downs 55:19-01:04:36 Minas Morgul 01:04:36-01:15:28 Dol Guldur To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts"
YouTube Link 2025-05-10T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 792.3K engagements
"The Complete Travels of Aragorn Tolkien Explained Today's video is brought to you by SlideBelts Save 20% at https://slidebelts.com with the code: NERDOFTHERINGS Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2023-12-09T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.7M engagements
"Varda Elentri Queen of the Stars & Valar Tolkien Explained She is the vala most revered by the elves for she accomplished the greatest deed of all the valar - the creation of the stars. She is known for hearing all voices from every corner of the world and for seeing Melkor's darkness before all others - and it is she whom the dark lord fears most. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Check out NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -"
YouTube Link 2022-12-03T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 182.9K engagements
"Merry & Pippin - The Complete Travels Tolkien Explained From their early lives growing up in the Shire to reclaiming their home from Saruman we cover the complete lives and travels of Merry and Pippin These heroic hobbits would grow into not only be the tallest hobbits of all time but also the most militarily accomplished. They would hold great leadership roles in their post-war days living in The Shire. Finally in their last days they would make one last trip to Rohan and Gondor. Interview with Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan: https://youtu.be/mUAQwVJHDwA *Hit subscribe - and the bell - so"
YouTube Link 2021-05-15T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 528.9K engagements
"The History of Morgoth COMPILATION Tolkien Explained A compilation of my previous 3-part series on Morgoth covering his origins as Melkor throughout all his dark deeds in the First Age of Middle-earth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -"
YouTube Link 2023-07-22T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 3.1M engagements
"The Origin of Hobbits: Harfoots Fallohides and Stoors Tolkien Explained Hobbits make their mysterious appearance in the early portion of the Third Age but not in the land we know as the Shire. In this video we will track their origins and travels from the Vales of Anduin while covering the three branches of the hobbits: the Harfoots Fallohides and Stoors. We will highlight their distinctives and how their unique characteristics lived on to their descendants like Bilbo Merry and Pippin Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings"
YouTube Link 2021-10-16T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 768.3K engagements
"The Complete Travels of Beren & Lthien Tolkien Explained Today we cover the lives of Beren and Lthien - the most epic love story of Tolkien's Middle-earth. From facing off against jealous elves to stealing a silmaril from the very crown of Morgoth Beren and Luthien will stop at nothing to be together. Even death itself would be just another obstacle for this couple Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted"
YouTube Link 2021-02-13T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 834.6K engagements
"The Greatest Swords in Middle-earth Tolkien Explained Today we cover the most famous swords in Middle-earth From the great blades of Gondolin - Glamdring Orcrist and Sting to the black sword Anglachel forged by Eol the Dark Elf. From the swords of Rohan to the re-forged sword of Aragorn Anduril. We will highlight the most well known named swords and daggers from throughout the the pages of The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings"
YouTube Link 2021-06-26T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.6M engagements
"Thorin's Company of Dwarves AFTER The Hobbit Tolkien Explained Covering the lives of Thorin's Company after the events of The Hobbit - through tragedy and triumph defeat and victory Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena"
YouTube Link 2023-07-01T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 584.7K engagements
"The Life of Thodred Prince of Rohan Tolkien Explained While short and tragic Thodred's life would be one marked by his bravery and great love and loyalty for his father Thoden and his adoptive brother omer. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry"
YouTube Link 2025-09-27T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 61.3K engagements
"The Complete Travels of the Ringwraiths (Nazgl) Tolkien Explained The Nazgl are the greatest of Sauron's servants. Today we track their lives and travels from their time as mortal men to their downfall with their master. Their actions before and during the War of the Ring affect many in Middle-earth. Everywhere they go they strike fear and dread into the hearts of mortals. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of"
YouTube Link 2020-12-26T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 3.5M engagements
"Morgoth's Metal Dragons Tolkien Explained In Tolkien's first draft of the Fall of Gondolin we find a fascinating concept - that Morgoth's dragons were actually machines of metal. Today we dive into this topic exploring the features of these massive creatures and their nature. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2025-09-13T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 106.2K engagements
"The Life of Tom Bombadil Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2023-01-07T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 969.3K engagements
"How Gondor REALLY Calls For Aid - The Red Arrow While the Beacons of Gondor make for one of the most awe-inspiring shots in The Lord of the Rings trilogy the books show us a much different method Gondor used to call for aid. Today we look at The Red Arrow Tolkien's inspirations and Borondir - one of the greatest riders of the realm Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -"
YouTube Link 2025-10-18T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 80.4K engagements
"The Many Origins of Tolkien's Orcs - Elves Men & Morgoth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2024-03-02T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 216.5K engagements
"The Silmarils Tolkien Explained Covering the History and Nature of the Silmarils Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry"
YouTube Link 2023-08-05T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 634K engagements
"The Beacons of Mordor Tolkien Explained Winners have been drawn for the giveaway Congrats to @SupremeLadyofDarkness28 @art4art2011 @nicolehough93 @michaelbook7033 @MikeyMaedhros98 @monicaswatzell1044 @windfish1986 @justsaying5934 @twentyninerooks @Gandalf_the_Camel - Shoot me an email (found in the About section of NOTR) with a screenshot of you logged into your account so we can get you your 4K or Blu-ray While the Beacons of Gondor are memorable and iconic Sauron had a similar method for issuing an order. To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -"
YouTube Link 2025-03-15T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 224.6K engagements
"Middle-earth Reading Order - Lord of the Rings Silmarillion and beyond Tolkien [---] Today I present my recommended Reading Order for all of JRR Tolkien's books on Middle-earth My philosophy is to make it as easy a transition into the more difficult books (like The Silmarillion) as possible. In so doing I've recommended a reading order that goes by difficulty and books that contain the most narrative content. Become a supporter and join the Nerd of the Rings book club here: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Hit subscribe - and the bell My Recommended Order Narrative Books: The Hobbit"
YouTube Link 2021-12-29T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 393K engagements
"Trolls of Middle Earth Tolkien Explained Today we cover the different varieties of trolls in Middle-earth: Cave-trolls Hill-trolls Mountain-trolls Snow-trolls Stone-trolls and the dreaded Olog-hai who Sauron breeds to be resistant to sunlight Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2022-09-03T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 542.5K engagements
"The History of Nmenor Tolkien Explained An overview of the Rise and Fall of Nmenor Living on the island that was a gift from the Valar to the Edain this great kingdom of Men would prove a pivotal player in the Second Age. It is sure to be a primary location for the new Amazon Lord of the Rings on Prime series and boasts some of the most dramatic stories from the time period. Today's video tracks Nmenor's beginning under King Elros Tar-Minyatur - the mortal brother of Elrond. From there we follow the story of these men as they help the elves of Lindon in the War of Elves and Sauron. I'll"
YouTube Link 2021-09-18T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 2.5M engagements
"The [--] Lives of Durin Tolkien Explained Covering every Durin of the dwarves from Durin I (the Deathless) to Durin VII (the Last). We'll track his reincarnation from his awakening and founding of Khazad-dum through the creation of the rings of power the War of the Last Alliance the awakening of the balrog and his final life where he would lead the dwarves back to Moria Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these"
YouTube Link 2023-02-04T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 378.9K engagements
"Giants & Stone-Giants of Middle Earth Tolkien Explained The existence of giants may be debatable in Middle-earth but Tolkien's use of them in his early legendarium is very real. Today we explore the appearances and references of giants (and stone-giants) in The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings and also dive into Tolkien's abandoned writings. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -"
YouTube Link 2024-04-27T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 362.2K engagements
"What if Gandalf Took the Ring Tolkien Theory "Gandalf as Ring-lord would have been far worse than Sauron" - JRR Tolkien. Today using my usual weekly level of research I've created a plausible scenario that could to Gandalf taking the One Ring and replacing the Dark Lord. There's some safe bets in here in addition to some longshots but it's all in good fun Let me know in the comments what you think would happen if the Grey wizard claimed the ring for himself Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON:"
YouTube Link 2021-01-16T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 6.8M engagements
"Alan Lee talks LOTR Clamshell Edition Movie Cameos & more Check out The Lord of the Rings Clamshell Boxed Set: https://harpercollins.co.uk/pages/lord-of-the-rings-clamshell-boxset (Note: Ships worldwide except the United States) Also check out the previously released Deluxe Edition* UK: https://amzn.to/3KMN695 US: https://amzn.to/4saGHFJ *Small correction to the interview. It was this edition for which "The Forging of the Ring" was made. Product Description: Since it was first published seventy years ago The Lord of the Rings has been a book people have treasured. Steeped in unrivalled magic"
YouTube Link 2025-12-12T18:50Z 1.3M followers, 22.8K engagements
"Aldarion and Erendis Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -"
YouTube Link 2025-08-16T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 78.5K engagements
"The History of the Blue Mountains Tolkien Explained From the early dwarves of Belegost and Nogrod to Thorin's Halls the Blue Mountains would be an important - though sporadic - home for the dwarves of Middle-earth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney"
YouTube Link 2025-02-01T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 483.1K engagements
"The Oathbreakers The Paths of the Dead Tolkien Explained The Oathbreakers the Forgotten the Dead Men of Dunharrow - these former men of the White Mountains have many names. Today we trace their history from their beginnings as Second Age worshippers of Sauron to their cursed lives as wraiths in the mountains - doomed to never rest in peace until the heir of Isildur should call on them once more. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Support the channel on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use:"
YouTube Link 2020-10-30T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.3M engagements
"Eru Ilvatar Tolkien Explained Hobbit Day [----] Check out An Unexpected Soundscape & A Soundscape of E on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/expectedsoundscape/an-unexpected-soundscape-and-a-soundscape-of-ea If you're watching this after the Kickstarter ends use the code NERD25 at Jordanrannells.com to get 25% off of A Long-Expected Soundscape. Check out the full Hobbit Day Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLzxLO5Ihf4Fo2t5AjwbMXlI8S0ZkCH_iA Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON:"
YouTube Link 2023-09-23T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 584K engagements
"When did Gandalf know Bilbo had The One Ring Tolkien Explained Today we cover the popular question - when did Gandalf realize Bilbo's ring was The One Ring It can be easy especially going off the Hobbit films to see Gandalf as foolish for not knowing this for so many years but we'll take a look at WHAT Gandalf knew and WHEN he knew it Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -"
YouTube Link 2023-01-28T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.1M engagements
"The Dragons of Middle-earth COMPILATION Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2024-11-02T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.2M engagements
"The Houses of the Edain (Men) Tolkien Explained Today we trace the origins and migrations of the Men of Middle-earth including how the three Houses of the Edain were founded - the ancestors of the Nmenreans. Starting from the time men awake in the far East to them become the Houses of Bor Haleth and Hador. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -"
YouTube Link 2022-09-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 333.7K engagements
"The History of Valinor Tolkien Explained To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 - https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80 Turner Mohan -"
YouTube Link 2025-02-15T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 364.1K engagements
"Morgoth: The Origins of Melkor Tolkien Explained In this first of two parts we look at Morgoth's origins as Melkor the mightiest Vala created by Ilvatar who rebels in the creation of the world and goes on to wreak havoc upon the Valar the world and its elf man and dwarf inhabitants. Today we cover everything from his discord during the Music of the Ainur to his destruction of the Two Trees with the giant spider Ungoliant. His actions during this time destroying the works of the Valar and manipulating the elves will set the stage for an Age of wars to come Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you"
YouTube Link 2021-01-30T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 5M engagements
"Treebeard was originally Evil Tolkien Explained Check out the Rivendell Stained Glass Collection from Geek Orthodox Now live on kickstarter: https://bit.ly/RivendellNOTR To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon"
YouTube Link 2025-11-08T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 157.6K engagements
"The History of Arnor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -"
YouTube Link 2025-11-01T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 182.6K engagements
"The History of Mithril Tolkien Explained Most famously connected to the dwarves of Khazad-dm but coveted by many Mithril becomes one of the most valuable object in all Middle-earth. Lightweight and immensely strong it would be used in not only Frodo's mithril shirt but in the construction of city gates and Galadriel's ring of power. Check out the Lord of the Rings Keyboards by Drop: https://dro.ps/nerdoftherings-lotr Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -"
YouTube Link 2022-09-10T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 784.4K engagements
"The Balrogs of Morgoth Tolkien Explained Today we dive into the history of the Balrogs - from their origins as maiar to becoming demons who served Morgoth to their many deeds of the First Age. We meet Gothmog the Lord of Balrogs who kills the elf kings Fanor and Fingon before meeting his own demise in Ecthelion. We also cover Glorfindel's epic fight with a balrog and how Durin's Bane reached Moria. We also cover common balrog questions like: how many balrogs were there How many balrogs were left after the first age What did balrogs actually look like All this and more regarding your favorite"
YouTube Link 2021-09-11T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 3.3M engagements
"The Rings of Power Season [--] Review Visit https://displate.com/l/nerdoftherings or use my code NOTR to save on great metal posters from Displate Apologies for the delay folks Between taking some time off and working on some secret projects (which will be revealed in time) I let this slide to the back burner for far too long Looking forward to discussing Rings of Power Season [--] as we look back on it one year later To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -"
YouTube Link 2025-11-16T14:39Z 1.3M followers, 189.8K engagements
"The LOTR Mithril Cut Doesn't Exist. Peter Jackson recently told Empire magazine that a Mithril Cut of The Lord of the Rings film does not exist and wouldn't be worthwhile doing. But what instead of a Mithril "Cut" we got a Mithril Edition home media release and a new documentary from PJ himself Empire Article: "Lord Of The Rings Extended-Extended Edition Mithril Cut Doesnt Exist Says Peter Jackson" https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/lord-of-the-rings-extended-extended-edition-mithril-cut-doesnt-exist-peter-jackson/ Check out my chat with TORn Tues:"
YouTube Link 2026-01-14T17:46Z 1.3M followers, 55.1K engagements
"What if the Balrog Got the Ring Tolkien Theory What would the Balrog do with the One Ring What effect would it have on it Would the balrog be loyal to Sauron We tackle these questions and more in today's Tolkien Theory Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -"
YouTube Link 2024-03-23T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1M engagements
"The COMPLETE History of Gondor Tolkien Explained (Compilation) Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2024-01-20T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.6M engagements
"What If Aragorn Took The Ring Tolkien Theory Check out The Lord of the Rings: Fate of the Fellowship board game: https://store.asmodee.com/products/the-lord-of-the-rings-fate-of-the-fellowship Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2025-11-22T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 107.2K engagements
"The Duels of the Balrogs Tolkien Explained Of all those to cross paths with a balrog only three would vanquish their foe. Today we look at the duels of Ecthelion Glorfindel and Gandalf to find the similarities in their sacrificial battles. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints"
YouTube Link 2025-12-20T17:04Z 1.3M followers, 162.1K engagements
"Hunt for Gollum Synopsis Revealed TheOneRing & Knights Edge Media are reporting the first synopsis for The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum We go through it line by line and see what it tells us and what we can guess from the breadcrumbs Article by @TheOneRingNet : https://www.theonering.net/torwp/2026/02/11/121517-hunt-for-gollum-film-synopsis-promises-new-characters-returning-heroes/ #huntforgollum #lordoftherings #movienews tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T18:57Z 1.3M followers, 37.3K engagements
"The Great Goblin & Goblin-town Tolkien Explained The Great Goblin was an important figure among the orcs. His death would directly lead to the Battle of Five Armies. But what would become of Goblin-town after his demise Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 301.1K engagements
"The History of Lothlrien Tolkien Explained While synonymous with Galadriel and Celeborn Lothlrien has a long history including it's foundation by the Nandor elves taking of a Sindarin King and participation in three wars against Sauron. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts -"
YouTube Link 2023-03-11T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 432.5K engagements
"CLIP: John Rhys-Davies (Gimli) recites the Song of Durin Watch the FULL interview with John Rhys-Davies about returning as Gimli in The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria: https://youtu.be/pFYTKnwRItA @returntomoria Lyrics: The world was young the mountains green No stain yet on the Moon was seen No words were laid on stream or stone When Durin woke and walked alone. He named the nameless hills and dells; He drank from yet untasted wells; He stooped and looked in Mirrormere And saw a crown of stars appear As gems upon a silver thread Above the shadow of his head. The world was fair the"
YouTube Link 2023-10-19T18:00Z 1.3M followers, 150.8K engagements
"The History of Gundabad Tolkien Explained Gundabad the awakening place of Durin I is sacred for the dwarves. However it would long be a stronghold of the orcs. Today we cover the entire history of Gundabad - the battles waged there and it's importance throughout the history of Angmar Erebor and Middle-earth Join me on Tuesday as we play the brand new dwarf-centric game Return to Moria: https://www.youtube.com/live/BsQmK9eHeawsi=VRwxD1msBH9d928p Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch:"
YouTube Link 2023-10-21T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.1M engagements
"The Dwarven Realms of Middle-earth COMPILATION Tolkien Explained Today we take a compiled (and extended) look at the realms of Tolkien's dwarves 00:00-19:30 Moria (Khazad-dm) 19:30-32:08 The Petty Dwarves 32:08-41:30 Mount Gundabad 41:30-01:01:42 Blue Mountains 01:01:42-01:15:12 Erebor 01:15:12-01:18:57 Glittering Caves & the East To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2025-06-07T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 642.1K engagements
"The Elf Life Cycle Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2024-06-29T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 488.1K engagements
"Frodo & Gandalf Returning for Hunt for Gollum Tolkien News Sir Ian McKellen recently revealed that both Gandalf and Frodo will be returning for The Hunt for Gollum film. We chat about how Elijah Wood may appear where this fits in the timeline of the films and what I'm looking for as we look ahead to the May [----] filming start date The Hunt for Gollum is slated for release in December [----]. For the Love of Fantasy Con site: https://www.fortheloveoffantasy.com/ #frodo #huntforgollum #gandalf tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion tolkien lord of the"
YouTube Link 2025-08-20T19:38Z 1.3M followers, 73.4K engagements
"A Tour of the Shire Tolkien Explained Check out The Brandywine Festival here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/burgschneiderlarp/middle-earth-adventures-the-brandywine-festival To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna -"
YouTube Link 2025-03-29T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 206.1K engagements
"A Tour of Hobbiton Movie Set Nerd in New Zealand Join me on a guided tour through the Hobbiton Movie Set in New Zealand Our guide Luke takes us throughout the grounds giving us behind the scenes peeks hidden tidbits about the set and insight into the set design. Special Thanks to Hobbiton Movie Set and Red Carpet Tours. Check them out to make the most of your New Zealand vacation Hobbiton Movie Set: https://www.hobbitontours.com/ Red Carpet Tours: https://www.redcarpet-tours.com/ #hobbiton #theshire #newzealand tolkien lord of the rings lotr hobbit the hobbit nerd of the rings silmarillion"
YouTube Link 2024-05-18T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.5M engagements
"Gandalf's First Mission (as Olrin) Tolkien Explained Today we dive into The History of Middle-earth and The Nature of Middle-earth to discover Gandalf's first mission to Middle-earth. As Olrin he would be sent with Melian and the other Istari to protect the earliest elves. Together they are known as the Five Guardians Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -"
YouTube Link 2024-10-05T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 468.8K engagements
"The Complete Travels of Frodo Baggins Tolkien Explained Save 20% at https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ with code: vs20 Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints"
YouTube Link 2023-11-25T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 369.2K engagements
"The One Ring of Power: History Powers & Travels Tolkien Explained Concluding our series on the Rings of Power with THE ONE RING. Sauron's master ring plunges the Second Age into darkness and in the Third Age it holds the fate of Middle-earth Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Ted Nasmith - www.tednasmith.com/shop/ Jerry Vanderstelt - store.vandersteltstudio.com/main.sc Anke Eissmann - http://anke.edoras-art.de/anke_illustration.html The Nazgul Spartank42 Sauron Vanderstelt"
YouTube Link 2022-01-22T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.8M engagements
"The History of Rhn Tolkien Explained Rhn is one of Middle-earth's most mysterious lands. We know it is home to the Easterlings but it is also home to four clans of the dwarves three wizards and beasts both fantastic - and possibly mythical. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2022-10-29T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.5M engagements
"The History of Mirkwood Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -"
YouTube Link 2025-01-18T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 656.9K engagements
"Aragorn's Justice and Mercy Tolkien Explained In the brief moments we see Aragorn serving as King we get a great indication of his character and leadership. In one of his first Kingly acts we find Aragorn's great sense of justice and also his capacity for mercy. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 50.5K engagements
"A Guide to Tolkien's Elves Tolkien Explained Explaining the clans of the elves - not only the Vanyar Noldor & Teleri but all the subgroups like the Sindar Silvan Laiquendi Falmari Falathrim Avari and more. We'll cover the elves from their awakening at Cuivinen through their travels west to Valinor highlighting every departure (or sundering) along the way resulting in new groups of elves Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying"
YouTube Link 2021-02-20T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1M engagements
"Tuor the Man who became Immortal Tolkien Explained Tuor a man raised by elves was so great among the people of Gondolin and such a great instrument of Ulmo that he would come to be counted among the Eldar. In this video we cover his childhood in Dor-lomin his years in captivity under the Easterlings and his journeys from Vinyamar to Gondolin to the Havens of Sirion and ultimately into the West. Along the way Tuor plays an important role in the history of Gondolin. Not only delivering Ulmo's message but also leading the survivors from the fallen city. His son Earendil would come to fulfill the"
YouTube Link 2021-11-06T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 694.5K engagements
"ArdaCraft: A Tour of Middle-earth in Minecraft [----] We are BACK in the world of Middle-earth in Minecraft We join our friends at ArdaCraft once again to see all the updates and expansions since we last saw them four years ago. If you'd like to learn more about - or volunteer for - Ardacraft check them out at: https://www.ardacraft.me/ 00:00-04:33 Intro at Merton College Oxford 04:33-22:57 The Shire 22:57-25:30 The House of Tom Bombadil 25:30-33:57 Bree 33:57-33:44 Weathertop 33:44-43:56 Tharbad 43:56-45:59 Annminas 45:59-52:03 Rivendell 52:03-01:03:52 Moria 01:03:52-01:12:09 Lorien"
YouTube Link 2025-05-22T18:49Z 1.3M followers, 537.9K engagements
"Aul the Smith of the Valar Tolkien Explained Aul is one of the mightiest of the Valar creator of the dwarves and former master of both Sauron and Saruman. Today we cover what we know of this great Smith of the Valar. Check out The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game from Fantasy Flight Games: https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/the-lord-of-the-rings-the-card-game/ Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Check out NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists"
YouTube Link 2022-11-19T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 244.2K engagements
"The Life of Finarfin Tolkien Explained The father of Galadriel was an elf of Valinor who showed remarkable wisdom and strength. While great sorrows would befall his children he would stand as a beacon of solid dedication to the elves Valinor and Middle-earth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2025-11-29T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 61.1K engagements
"The Watcher in the Water & the Nameless Things of Moria Tolkien Explained They are among the most mysterious creatures in Tolkien's Middle-earth. The Watcher in the Water and the Nameless Things of Moria are glimpsed and mentioned in passages and are even said to be unknown to Sauron. Likely a byproduct of the creation of the world these creatures found refuge in the depths of Moria until one would escape to haunt the entrance to Khazad-dm Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any"
YouTube Link 2021-12-18T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.4M engagements
"Orc Women Children & Families Tolkien Explained There's been lots of chatter about the orc family depicted in Rings of Power so I thought it would be a great chance to dive into orc origins what Tolkien says about female orcs and Sauron's hold over the orcs. I'll also give some of my thoughts on this particular depiction. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -"
YouTube Link 2024-09-11T13:30Z 1.3M followers, 343.3K engagements
"Ulmo the Lord of Waters Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings Check out NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://store.vandersteltstudio.com/main.sc Anna"
YouTube Link 2022-12-10T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 253.5K engagements
"Why Sauron Wants Mithril Tolkien Explained Save on your Displate order here: https://displate.com/art=65e896a8597ad Discount Code: NOTR Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska -"
YouTube Link 2024-04-13T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 451.3K engagements
"The History of Lembas Tolkien Explained The legendary waybread of the elves originates in Valinor. This special food would be a closely guarded and sacred secret of their kind. Check out some great Lembas recipes from: @HappyHobbit : https://youtu.be/4ZWAWcNZf1Usi=B0IpbwfhXPytus0u @teawithtolkien : https://www.teawithtolkien.com/blog/2017/9/10/homemade-lembas-bread @Jess_of_the_Shire : https://youtu.be/02FNmKE2r2ksi=uBAzuypB8WWxYIKp Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 135.5K engagements
"The Complete Travels of Bilbo Baggins Tolkien Explained Bilbo Baggins is Middle-earth's most adventurous hobbit. Today we cover his complete life of travels from his early efforts to see elves and dwarves to his famous Quest of Erebor to his return to Dale and Rivendell later in life. Hit subscribe - and the bell Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying of copyrighted material done for a limited and transformative purpose such as to comment upon criticize or parody a copyrighted work. Such uses can be"
YouTube Link 2021-07-24T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 440.7K engagements
"The Wizard King of Nmenor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2024-11-23T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 353K engagements
"Maps of Middle-earth: The First Age The Silmarillion Explained Covering the lands of The Silmarillion region by region. We break down the entire map of Beleriand - the primary location of the events of the First Age of Middle-earth. Along the way we will note important realms events and strongholds from The Silmarillion The Children of Hrin Beren and Lthien and The Fall of Gondolin. Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings -------------- All content falls under fair use: any copying"
YouTube Link 2021-03-27T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.4M engagements
"Elros Tar-Minyatur First King of Nmenor Tolkien Explained Elros the brother of Elrond chose to live a mortal life. He becomes the first king of Nmenor and would lead his kingdom to greatness over [---] years of rule. His decision to be counted among men and the manner of his death would mirror those of Arwen and Aragorn. Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura -"
YouTube Link 2023-05-13T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 185.1K engagements
"Huan The Hound of Valinor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2024-11-09T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 181.7K engagements
"Was the Mithril Shirt for Legolas Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 -"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 57K engagements
"The Complete Travels of Galadriel Tolkien Explained Today we follow Galadriel's life: her birth in Aman exile with the rest of the Noldor the first age in Beleriand and her deeds in the second and third ages of Middle-earth. From Galadriel's journey to Middle-earth meeting her husband Celeborn possessing Nenya - a Ring of Power membership in the White Council assisting the Fellowhip and destroying Dol Guldur after the destruction of the One Ring - we will cover it all Hit subscribe - and the bell - so you never miss a video from Nerd of the Rings NEW - you can know become a supporter of NOTR"
YouTube Link 2020-11-07T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 2.6M engagements
"What if Saruman Got The One Ring Tolkien Theory Check out The Long-Expected Soundscape: https://jordanrannells.com/shop 25% off the 3-part collection: NERD25 (Expires June [--] 2023) 15% off the 3-part collection after June 10: NERD15 10% off one soundscape: NERD10 Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart -"
YouTube Link 2023-05-20T16:00Z 1.3M followers, 850.6K engagements
"The Beacons of Gondor Tolkien Explained Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week Nerd of the Rings on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/NerdoftheRings NOTR merch: https://nerdoftherings.creator-spring.com/ To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt -"
YouTube Link 2024-02-17T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 219.3K engagements
"Aranarth The First Dnedain Ranger Tolkien Explained Use code: rivendellnerd to save 15% off at https://vandersteltstudio.com Check out Jerry's beautiful new Rivendell piece https://vandersteltstudio.com/product/at-the-bridge-of-rivendell-a-hope-re-kindled-paper-giclee-print/ Also check out the awesome Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game products featured in the video: https://www.warhammer.com/en-US/shop/middle-earth Hit subscribe and the bell for great Tolkien content every week To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T17:01Z 1.3M followers, 72.4K engagements
"The Mouth of Sauron Queen Berthiel & the Black Nmenreans Tolkien Explained The Black Nmenreans were survivors of their fallen realm who were loyal to - and worshipped - Sauron. Among them are three Ringwraiths the Mouth of Sauron and Queen Berthiel of Gondor. They were descended from the King's Men the large group of Nmenreans who turned their backs upon the Valor and Elder. The Mouth of Sauron would become a lieutenant and emissary of Sauron the Ringwraiths among his most trusted servants and Queen Berthiel would be among the most mysterious rulers of Men ever. It is said her [--] cats were"
YouTube Link 2021-11-27T17:00Z 1.3M followers, 1.9M engagements
"Sauron's Evil Dwarves Tolkien Explained To purchase artist work check out these amazing artists Tulikoura - https://www.deviantart.com/tulikoura Matthew Stewart - http://www.matthew-stewart.com/ BellaBergolts - https://www.deviantart.com/bellabergolts Magdalena Katanska - https://www.artstation.com/magdalenakatanska/prints https://www.instagram.com/qualiney Jerry Vanderstelt - https://vandersteltstudio.com/store/ Anna Podedworna - https://www.artstation.com/akreon Jenny Dolfen - goldseven.wordpress.com/ Kimberly80 - https://www.deviantart.com/kimberly80 Turner Mohan -"
YouTube Link 2025-05-17T16:01Z 1.3M followers, 383.1K engagements
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