. . . just a cross-reference.)
Talking Swords by
Thingol
Hey, the Ring has a will of its own, despite it being an inanimate object. But perhaps it's due to Sauron's power poured on it . . .
Wait a minute. The Ring also spoke on Mt. Doom (
q.v.), and coincidentally, both objects spoke on their "deathbeds". Perhaps objects with their own wills could "speak" (project their thoughts) as some sort of farewell. Why? I dunno.