Lord of the Nazgul - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Iargwath · 12-18-2003, 04:34 AM

I have always wondered why out of the Nine Nazgûl, Sauron choose this particular "Black Captain" to lead the other Eight Nazgûl.
I am sure the Nazgûl needed a leader, however, why was this one (The Witch King) specifically choosen out apart from the other Eight.
Did the Witch King of Angmar possess any particular abilities which distinguished him from the others?
It is known that he played a vital role in destroying Arnor, only what i am asking, is how and why was he appointed to this role?
Does Tolkien mention any of this in his works? Apologies if this has been discussed before.

12-18-2003, 04:34 AM	#8
Iargwath Wight Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 236	I have always wondered why out of the Nine Nazgûl, Sauron choose this particular "Black Captain" to lead the other Eight Nazgûl. I am sure the Nazgûl needed a leader, however, why was this one (The Witch King) specifically choosen out apart from the other Eight. Did the Witch King of Angmar possess any particular abilities which distinguished him from the others? It is known that he played a vital role in destroying Arnor, only what i am asking, is how and why was he appointed to this role? Does Tolkien mention any of this in his works? Apologies if this has been discussed before. __________________ 'I waited patiently for the Lord; and He inclined to me, and heard my cry'-Psalm 40 My M-e Forum