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I remember reading in the Book of Lost Tales that although the Númenóreans were in early times a peaceful people, their weapons, armour, and horsemanship were unsurpassed by any, save the Valar.
I interpret the passage as saying that no Eldar could surpass Ar-Pharazon's invading force by martial prowess alone and snce the Valar could not/would not take up arms agains Eru's children, they had no choice but to defer to him.
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