Why was Vilya supposed to be the greatest elf ring? - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Legolas · 03-11-2003, 10:17 AM

The real answer: We're not told enough about the rings' capabilities to determine why Vilya was greater. It just was.

Also, why would the balrog want to invade Lorien? If he wanted to but could not because of Galadriel's ring, would he not have just invaded another land? Clearly that was not the case. The balrog had established residence and only attacked the dwarves and the Fellowship because they were invading his home.

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03-11-2003, 10:17 AM	#1
Legolas A Northern Soul Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Valinor Posts: 1,847	The real answer: We're not told enough about the rings' capabilities to determine why Vilya was greater. It just was. Also, why would the balrog want to invade Lorien? If he wanted to but could not because of Galadriel's ring, would he not have just invaded another land? Clearly that was not the case. The balrog had established residence and only attacked the dwarves and the Fellowship because they were invading his home. [ March 11, 2003: Message edited by: Legolas ] __________________ ...take counsel with thyself, and remember who and what thou art.