End of the Shadow & the Third Age - Timeline of Arda #15

The end of the Third Age saw the final fall of Sauron, the return of the king, and the beginning of Middle-earth’s transition into the world that was yet to be. Thank you all so much for watching our Timeline of Arda series, it has been such a grand journey! As always, a great thanks to the online artists whose visual works made this video possible! If you are one of the artists, please let me know and I will post your name and a link to your work in this description!
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[@cm275]

It’s a testament to Tolkien’s world building that his actual novels took a single 12 minute video but his various reference works and incomplete manuscripts took 14 videos to cover.

[@orrointhewise87]

"Well........I'm back." No matter how many times I hear the tales I never get tired of hearing my favorite characters live in my favorite world and do the deeds that I can only dream of. It may just b a story, or stories, but they help with getting thru life. And yet this is not the end. The stories and characters keep going ever on 😊❤

[@troyelam8978]

As embarrassing as this may sound, every time I go through a heartache, whether it’s a break up with a girl,, problems at the job, etc., watching the Lord of the rings trilogy or listening to the Silmarillion on Podcasts actually somehow makes me feel better. I know they are just stories, but I feel as if people can accomplish the deeds in those stories with bravery and courage, I can certainly get past anything that might be troubling me!

[@orrointhewise87]

@@troyelam8978 nothing to b embarrassed about ^__^ You're in good company here

[@samuelplacensia9979]

Go read Wild at Heart by John Eldridge. I think you may find that real life and the stories in Lord of the Rings are more intertwined than one might believe.

[@ketanhein]

I love reading Tolkien's works and re-reading them again and again. Each time, I love it all - the characters, the world he build, the struggles we all can identify with. I always wish to live in that world with all its difficult and amazing events.

[@BigBWolf90]

"Farewell my brave Hobbits. My work is now finished. Here at last, on the shores of the sea......comes the end of our Fellowship. I will not say do not weep, for not all tears are evil."

[@ramsayburch6738]

My favorite part in the timeline has to be the late third age. We have the pleasure of spectating as the different races of the peoples of middle earth banding together, inspire of and because of their differences, and prevail against the Shadow (a theme the world would do well to contemplate). I love this sorry so much that I cry during at least 15-20 points of the LORT story. The climax of the story, in my humble opinion, is when Gandalf asks "Well, master, Samwise, how do you feel?" (sam hadn't seen Gandalf since he fell into the chasm of Khazad Dum, where Sam assumed he had died). After a moment of doubt, Sam hears Gandalf laughs, then Sam says laughing "how do I feel?! I feel like spring after winter, and sun on the leaves; and like all trumpets and harps and like all the songs I have ever heard!" I had to re-read that to get the dialogue correct, and I was sobbing as I read it. The most poignant passage is when the minstrel, on the field of Cormalen, says "for I will sing to you of Frodo and the nine-fingers and the ring of doom." Sam then jumps up and and says "oh great glory and splendor, and all my wishes have come true!" By this point I'm sobbing uncontrollably. Best phrase: "tears are the very wine of blessedness." Show me another story that can make me feel like that, please. I'm not sure it's possible, biases aside, but I need this kind of stuff in my life, as do many people.

[@MenoftheWest]

Hey everyone, thanks for watching! Timeline of Arda #12 is currently private as I undergo a copyright battle for it, but that video should hopefully be reinstated soon!

[@stefandebeer9375]

Why and how did someone get a copyright strike? Is it for the background music or some if the artwork?

[@timmcclymont3527]

That's messed up. Flex those 'transformative content' muscles and you'll be good though, I hope.

[@MenoftheWest]

@@stefandebeer9375 It was a dispute about some artwork, but I think it should be all resolved soon!

[@Halbared]

Endeavour to persevere.

[@apdarkness905]

Sauron cast a dark and long shadow across the third age, and it took a difficult and prolonged journey to escape it. This has been a privilege to share the chronicling of that voyage here in this channel, but like the past ages of Middle Earth all things must come to an end.

[@di3486]

“Tolkien’s world is a fictional telling of history, a mythology” YES YES YES!!!

[@stefandebeer9375]

Good to see the "timeline" series finally finished.😌

[@markoldfield4736]

I binge watched the timeline of Arda series once I found the play list. It is probably my favourite representation of his work. Outside of his own of course. Thanks a lot, I really enjoyed it all

[@deanzaZZR]

The image at The Havens with Gandalf and his dear steed Shadowfax is awesome. I had never seen it before.

[@SophiesDriver]

My favorite part of the Legendarium happens outside of Eä, outside of the timeline, in the Timeless Halls that stretch from Abyss to the Firmament. Ainulindalë. The Ainur spring from the thought of Eru. Everything that follows springs from Ainulindalë I find The Music of the Ainur breathtakingly, stunningly, powerful and beautiful. Just typing to this point waters my eyes. "And thus was the habitation of the Children of Ilúvatar established at last in the Deeps of Time and amidst the innumerable stars."

[@randybarner6483]

Its become impossible to get enough of Tolkien made adventures like this. I'm still looking at the movies again to the point I lost count.

[@bedlaskybedla6361]

Thank you for this awsome series Yoystan! My most favorite part is definitely from destruction of the two trees to war of wrath. Beleriand would be always my home in Tolkien's world.

[@Jayjay-qe6um]

"The power of the Three Rings is ended. The time has come for the Dominion of Men." -- Galadiel

[@brandonluker3660]

Mae govannen Yoystan! Thank you for another great video and for finishing the timeline of Arda series. ‘Long live the Halflings! Praise them with great praise! Cuio i Pheriain anann! Aglar’ni Pheriannath! Praise them with great praise, Frodo and Samwise! Daur a Berhael, Conin en Annûn! Eglerio! Praise them! Eglerio! A laita te, laita te! Andave laituvalmet! Praise them! Cormacolindor, a laita tárienna! Praise them! The Ring-bearers, praise them with great praise!’

[@jamesfrost2399]

A beautiful ending. I do wish that The New Shadow had been written in full, though. Even if it was a rather downbeat story, I'd have happily read it.

[@paulwagner688]

Yet the Will of Morgoth, though in the Void beyond the Doors of Night, still exists in this world. " Yet the lies that Melkor, the mighty and accursed, Morgoth Bauglir, the Power of Terror and of Hate, sowed in the hearts of Elves and Men are a seed that does not die and cannot be destroyed; and ever and anon it sprouts anew, and will bear dark fruit even unto the latest days." And so it is even unto this day that there are those who heed the Will of Morgoth and perpetuate evil come into every generation.

[@eacalvert]

Just like finishing a book in real life, I wanted this video to be a little longer, to linger just a moment b/c I don't want it to end

[@Valdagast]

A good story can be more powerful than the truth.

[@Huskytabby]

Can't wait for the what-if video for what if Gandalf never fell at the Bridge of Khazad-dum and continued with the fellowship to Lothlorien and on forward?

[@MasslessWave]

Thank you so much for this and all videos in this series. I wish I could say I joined you on this journey from the beginning. I arrived for the second one and have been walking with you since. While this road ends, I look forward to many more miles under my hairy feet.

[@Lobomaru02]

In answer to what my favorite part of the timeline is, I feel a great affinity for the Elder Days. The Years of the Lamps and Tress, and the First Age.

[@marionbaggins]

Man, we hit the end of the Timeline...I swear I started tearing up towards the end there! Thanks Mellon for this long look at the events from: Before the World was formed to The End of the 3rd Age! Until the 5 Best Weapons in Middle Earth...Marion Baggins Out!!!

[@coachvolkmarchine92]

Great work, thanks a lot for this series :)

[@alanmike6883]

Been a enjoyment watching it. You did good man. Be proud. Looking forward to watching more. You can tell you have a love for it

[@maximus8671]

Bravo, Sir. Love your work.

[@Faith-yl1tk]

Your videos always cheers my Sundays Thank you so much. Well time to rewatch the Tim line from beginning to the end now.

[@robertdanielpickard]

really an achievement, congratulations on seeing your project all the way through

[@tonyhinrichs1869]

Love your channel and anything Tolkien I can get thank you fantastic series BTW!

[@samueljones5421]

Saying I love your videos just doesn't truly explain how I feel about your work, thank you

[@Crushnaut]

A fun, "what if" idea I just thought of watching this. What if Gollum dies before Sauron or the west capture him. Would the ring go undiscovered with Bilbo? Would Sauron's plans be more patient?

[@matthewmcarthur8748]

So glad that this time-line is finally finished..My favorite of all the series of MOTW and very well done my friend! I cannot decide a favorite part of this time-line but I will be sure to watch it from beginning to end again and maybe that will help.

[@ryarbrough459]

A fitting end to a grand feat of storytelling. May you now find yourself "ready for another adventure".

[@catherinewhite2943]

Mae govannen Yoystan. My favorite part is the "you were also meant to have it" showing how the plans of Eru incorporate the thoughts and choices and wills of the free peoples yet still accomplish His music. Despite discord and confusion in the Music, ultimately the ending will be glorious, and *after* that we will be part of the themes of Eru played aright. Ah, the hope that is beyond all despair of the world beneath the stars of heaven!

[@aureentuluva]

i started watching your videos when you had 300-400 subscribers. i'm so happy for you my friend. keep up the great work you're doing. the only thing i miss, is the old outro : I BID YOU STAND MEN OF THE WEST ⚔

[@simplejuan]

Thank you MOTW. Now its time to watch from the beginning again.

[@montanarepublic3296]

There and back again indeed Yoystan.

[@liammullen4183]

it's a bittersweet moment now we have journeyed to the end

[@marcusblackwell2372]

Why not do a part 16? Is there too little to cover in the 4th Age without a lot of conjecture?

[@lukefranklin7363]

This is a strange one but my favourite part of the timeline is like the watchful peace and just before that. Idk why i just like it

[@TheNotoriousCheeto]

This was a great series, and I learned a lot. Side note, I'd be curious to see a video on this channel commenting on The Last Ringbearer, a book by Kirill Eskov which basically told of the end of the Third Age from Mordor's perspective. Personally, it screams of Morgoth's perversions to me, but I be curious what more learned minds on Tolkein had to say.

[@mientobean3284]

Wonderful series. I love all of Tolkien’s work. And I’m sure he would be proud, honored, and humbled by all your hard work and effort to enlighten fans on his beloved world. Cheers.

[@thebrotherskrynn]

A beautiful playlist that merits five to six dozen views per person, you have done a splendid job. I'm sure that beyond the star of Earendil, a certain duo of professors, a father and son who passed down the great Red Book are looking down with joy and pride towards you for your magnificent accomplishment Yoystan.

[@dalehorton5600]

I watched 5 years of your labour in about 2 1/2 hours and I fear I have no words to offer that adequately recognize the depth of my regard for it, other than very well done.

[@ianramos8109]

To bring comfort and hope... We said and Thank you.

[@shanenolan8252]

Thanks guys . Great series. ( timeline)

[@jacobymt]

Great seriesYoystan. Thank you

[@loganw1232]

Can’t believe it’s been four years since you started this time line, and now it has passed.

[@dewaldo7]

Thank you for all your hard work in creating this series - I've been following it for some time and often find myself rewatching it. It's a masterpiece. It's bittersweet to have come to the end, but I'm thankful for the journey you took us on.

[@jonystyles9473]

amazing series bro, congratz for all the work u are the best keep up the good work :)

[@SharonKofoed]

Thank you for creating all of these videos!

[@beeftross3000]

Legend!!!! We appreciate your efforts mate

[@rickerson81]

Love this channel. Thanks for all of your work sir!

[@jordanmccabe4983]

Absolutely fantastic. I truly love you dude. Thank you so very much. For all your videos. Sending love and peace from England, U.K.

[@hazbojangles2681]

Excellent video!

[@fightronin3753]

Fantastic video!!! Very well made!!!!

[@hadifarhadi1824]

thanks bro. great job 👏🏻

[@whiteknightcat]

Well done. A beautiful story.

[@OscarGarcia-yj8xh]

Beautiful video. It almost made me cry.

[@ebeneezerscrooge8394]

Another great video.

[@amandahill5304]

I loved this binged it over the last few days in bed chilling 👍👍

[@user-sd7ri9fy4i]

Nice work dude thanks

[@salamunga5645]

Well done

[@christianjorgensen4621]

Great series dude!!!

[@Michael-uo6sq]

Great artwork to go with this vid

[@nereb100]

That was .awesome. A worthy end to a great series.

[@grafspe807]

well done series

[@bolejohnny]

Thank you for amazing content! I love to learn this lore. Love from Norway!

[@artbypalehorse]

Good video!

[@Erevos85]

"unplanned meeting between Gandalf and Thorin" Unplanned for Thorin certainly. Gandalf arrived precisely when he meant to.

[@jorgezarate9486]

I cry every day 😢

[@syanide27]

What a sad video I always found what happened after the end of the third age sad this series lord of the rings is hands down the most I've ever connected to a series when u hear about characters lives and u become intertwined with them deeply it's sad to see them leave you...even fictional ones...

[@newyorkshireman]

You are way better than Nerd of The Rings. Keep it up pal.

[@korndog87]

@Men of the West yoysten mate you are my favorite lord of the rings youtuber....i hope you keep doing lore until your voice growns old and shrill and you eyes to foggy to see the print.....you make the oldest and most covered of lore feel as fresh as a breeze from mount Everest... a tip of the hat, thank your mother for her service as you are a true jelly bean and scallop sir........my deep thanks for your entertainment over the years!

[@MajorHavoc214]

Middle Earth is just a universe away. 🙂

[@Lobomaru02]

The end of the Timeline series... I don't know why, but it makes me sad.

[@vaeloreonari7516]

I always wondered if Gandalf had a place of his own that he called home?

[@kaidorade1317]

And so we come to the end of our tale of the three ages of Middle Earth. What happens during the Fourth Age? (Sadly we never know beyond a paragraph or two)

[@Uphier]

It's been a long journey :)

[@Epic_Kingdom]

I'm glad you stick to Tolkien.

[@notoriousdip5495]

Tolkien believed the world was flat. I won’t argue with him.

[@glennross85]

What was Saurons plan had he not been forced out of Dol Guldur? Sounds like a good theory video!

[@andrei8545]

♥️

[@wcraiderevo8078]

I read The Hobbit and the Lord of The Rings trilogy when I was 10...

[@lexington476]

What event marked the end of the third age and the start of the fourth age? As it does not seem the third age ends exactly at the end of the War of the Ring.

[@MenoftheWest]

It was the leaving of the Ringbearers on 22 September, 3021, into the West.

[@brandonspriggs7717]

🤧🤧👏👏👏👏🤧🤧👏👏👏👏👏

[@charlesstanford1310]

Would Aragorn have gone out on his errantry and gained all of his experience if he hadn't been trying to win Arwen's hand?

[@Drifter2025]

holy smokes, we are done.....?

[@lexington476]

Is this the end of your channel?

[@MenoftheWest]

Nope! We have many more adventures left in front of us, my friend!

[@erikfreeman2472]

:-)

[@NDTexan]

The man himself shelved the new shadow because it didn't fit and it didn't work so I won't consider it Canon, all 13 pages of it. It's interesting to read as a concept but nothing more than a concept

[@Halbared]

I do like the use of ore-millennial artwork. Fewer pointy ears and the like.

[@bryanboobaby]

So dramatic Lmaoo 🤸‍♂️

[@bryanboobaby]

Only 15 videos takes 5 years?