Finrod Felagund, King of Nargothrond - Epic Character History

[@JC-zr4fq]

Modern Fantasy: We gotta balance elves by making them weaklings Silmarillion: Finrod busts his chains and kills a werewolf barehanded

[@nealsterling8151]

Yeah, it's terrible when they apply video game logic onto... well basically anything. It's always awful.

[@LEmgardmoto]

Well Tolkien basically made elves to the perfect beings so plz dot nerf

[@SvenTviking]

MagicPandaMan Not perfect, very susceptible to pride.

[@timomastosalo]

@@SvenTviking Pride was mostly troubling the Fëanor's line. But with the Dwarves there was this long lasting thread of prejudice and unforgiveness - troubling both sides. This ultimately traces back to Aulë, the smith Vala, who hasted to make the Dwarves, and messed with the timing Ilúvatar had in mind. So it's not the fault of Elves, nor of the Dwarves themselves.

[@nordicfella8004]

Tolkien stated that the elves who stayed in mortal world would become weaker at the passage of time. Third age elves would not be as strong as first age elves.

[@Uphier]

I never noticed how old the ring of barahir actually was and the fact is survived until the end of the third age. Must have had a will of its own.

[@goodputin4324]

You never knew you mean?

[@aleksander8497]

The elves built things to last.

[@dominicomegon4714]

It was blessed by God.

[@marchendrawidjaja]

@@aleksander8497 Definitely not the AliExpress variety.

[@VERGILGASM]

Ironic how a ring with no special stuff about it survived for tens of thousands of years, while Sauron's didn't even last a millenium

[@nathanaelalcantara8430]

My favourite part is when finrod had a rap battle with sauron

[@generaljimmies3429]

Epic Rap Battles Of Fantasy!(In ERB's voice)

[@darthvader7995]

Lmao

[@tarmairon431]

Same for me.

[@darthvader7995]

@@tarmairon431 hey son wassup I lost you

[@tarmairon431]

@@darthvader7995 Feeling cute, might corrupt the Numenoreans later, idk. You?

[@johnst.baptiste3664]

I am loving these character studies! Men of the West makes the end of my work day so much better. Thank you.

[@jakobschoning7355]

Such a noble character, I am just rereading the Silmarillion and he has to be one of my favourite Characters in it

[@MehIgotnothing]

Finrod is an amazing character and is one of my favorite first age characters along with Fingolfin and Ecthelion. One of my favorite moments is the Athrabeth Finrod ah Andreth. Also, how can you not love his loyalty to Beren and his showdown with Sauron. The children of Finwë were indeed fearless and hardy of heart. He chanted a song of wizardry, Of piercing, opening, of treachery, Revealing, uncovering, betraying. Then sudden Felagund there swaying Sang in answer a song of staying, Resisting, battling against power, Of secrets kept, strength like a tower, And trust unbroken, freedom, escape; Of changing and of shifting shape Of snares eluded, broken traps, The prison opening, the chain that snaps. Backwards and forwards swayed their song. Reeling and foundering, as ever more strong The chanting swelled, Felagund fought, And all the magic and might he brought Of Elvenesse into his words. Softly in the gloom they heard the birds Singing afar in Nargothrond, The sighing of the Sea beyond, Beyond the western world, on sand, On sand of pearls in Elvenland. Then the gloom gathered; darkness growing In Valinor, the red blood flowing Beside the Sea, where the Noldor slew The Foamriders, and stealing drew Their white ships with their white sails From lamplit havens. The wind wails, The wolf howls. The ravens flee. The ice mutters in the mouths of the Sea. The captives sad in Angband mourn. Thunder rumbles, the fires burn -- And Finrod fell before the throne. -- But Finrod walks with Finarfin his father beneath the trees in Eldamar.

[@TheSaneHatter]

I love that little picture of a human baby chewing on Finrod's hair at 8:55. Precious. ;-)

[@EggcellentSmithers]

I had such a hard time remembering and distinguishing between all the sons of finwe when I read the silmarillion. this video was so clarifying! I forgot that Finrod was not only the one who pledged to help Barahir and thus hurin and turin, but the elf himself who established the initial relationship between man and elf! I couldnt imagine things going well between men and elfs had any of the other noldor or even Thingol been the first to find men. Only Finrod's kindness and compassionate heart could have fought off the fear of the initial encounter. Thingol may have enslaved men, Finrod rejoiced in their differences and called them friends.

[@sirthaddeus675]

Dude

[@matthewraus9896]

The life of Felagund would make a good movie. Start with him leaving his love, bearing witness to Feanor, delving the caves, discovering men, the culminating in his part of the Tale of Behren and Luthien. Well... maybe it would have to be a Trilogy... dang.

[@hiddenwoodsben]

9:04 the wee'un trying to eat the strand of finrod's hear, i nearly melted for cuteness. great details

[@Mr.Quinlan888]

Almost 40 years young and still I enjoy the telling of these tales. Thank you :)

[@raydavison4288]

I still love them at 66.

[@sandrakohbc9884]

I have always thought that Finrod Felagund was special the first time I read The Silmarillion. He was to me, the kindest, the most honourable and the most compassionate of all the elves. I am glad that he was ressurected. Thank you so much for making these videos. I love The Silmarillion the most of all that I have read..

[@SirRavix]

...I think I might have found a new favorite character...

[@FrancoSciaraffia]

Finrod has always been by far my favorite character from Tolkien's work. The fact that Aragorn has his ring is like a bit him carries over in the story.

[@skillsmachine9164]

Even more so than fingolfin or beleg? I didnt think finrod had a huge role tbh...

[@Gwilfawe]

The willingness in strength of friendship, and loyalty is so admirable. Finrod is definitely an awesome character.

[@MenoftheWest]

Hey everyone, I hope you all enjoyed the video! As usual, when I catch a mistake I wanted to correct it here in the comments! At 14:55 I said “Morgoth” and I meant Sauron. Thank you to the commenters who pointed that out! I appreciate it! I also wanted to clarify that I call Orodreth the nephew of Finrod for that was Tolkien's later intent, but it was never revised to be that way in The Silmarillion. In the published Silmarillion, he is called the younger brother of Finrod. Let me know if there are any other mistakes or revisions to make!

[@SvenTviking]

Something to take note of, Tolkien’s elves did not have pointed ears. The only people that did, and only slightly, were Hobbits.

[@nordicfella8004]

Hi. Great video. The first meeting of Finrod and humans is one of my favorite parts of the Silmarillion. The resurrection of Elves is a natural part of their fate. Of how they lived or died depends how long they have to stay in the Halls of Mandos before they can return.

[@SicFromTheKush]

Wow you really found everything on him. Love your stuff man

[@douglasjenkins2770]

Big fan of your channel mate, absolutely love your work and I wouldn't ask you to change it one bit but I was wondering if you might enjoy doing a few readings of the Middle-Earth and other Tolkien's work. I would love to heard a proper rendition of "Leaf By Niggle", Its a great short story with some very touching moments for something that would take maybe a hour to read.

[@BenFrayle]

Not sure if it is just me but the volume level of this history is very low.....

[@TheSaneHatter]

A terrific guy, really . . . although I'm saddened not to be able to call him a "terrific human being." I overlooked the fact of his resurrection somehow, but if so, it was deserved and gratifying, and I'm sure that he and Galadriel must have been very happy to see each other again in Aman, long afterward.

[@BooJr00]

I just got to this part in the Silmarillion. Good timing I guess.

[@javiervalverde628]

I love that you are bringing back all the “old “ stories. They truly are my favorite, especially Beren and Luthian. I love tales of myths and legends, both from our world and Middle-earth. Thank you, Yoystan.

[@liborrajm2916]

My favourite elf whose character and deeds speak for themselves. Is often getting less recognition but in fact I'd say if his father, sister or uncle Fingolfin could say anything about him, they'd have nothing but words of the highest praise. His uncle Feanor surely had a thing or two to learn from him. As far as resurrections go, this must have been a no brainer for Valar/Eru :-) Thanks for the video!

[@marionbaggins]

*Coughs, Voice Deepens...* Epic Rap Battles Of History...Finrod Felagund VS Lord Sauron....Begin!!! I will actually pay money if someone actually does this....No Joke!!! I Love Finrod as much as the next Free Person...But who is he Based of in Tolkien's Life?!!! Really Who?!!! Thanks for doing a video on one of my Favorite Silmarillion Only Elves...Until Beren and Luthien Retold, Marion Baggins Out!!!

[@sophiejones7727]

Finrod is probably not really based on a particular person (most of Tolkien's characters aren't). However, he and Glorfindel represent the best qualities of Elves. In the narrative, Finrod serves the purpose of highlighting the potential that all elves have to be powerful forces for good.

[@completecontrol1206]

checkout clamavi de profundis's "The battle of sauron and finrod felagund"

[@vladtheinhaler9744]

@@completecontrol1206 just found out about that video and man is it amazing.

[@Loopie131]

Finrod discovering new creations "Cool! New friends"

[@JReed7560]

I love the lore and they way you narrate the lore and stories. Thank you for sharing.

[@maudamine5919]

Finrod is my favorite Noldor Elven. He is magnificent and so noble, loving d'armes, humains, singing amazing songs with his harpe, he is a model for our times : we are one. Finrod walk the Land of Valinor with his father the wise Finarfin, and her love Almarie.

[@theflyingteapots]

Wow, I am glad I watch this character piece. I think compassion is a very under used character trait for most of the modern writing and TV shows I've been experiencing. So I really like hearing about this character. Most of the elves in other fiction I have been reading or gaming in are usually very xenophobic. It's nice to see someone who embraced everyone and everything that had a similar heart, which is the most important way to judge a person you call friend.

[@finrodfelagund1052]

BRO THAT IS ME! 😣

[@penelopegreene]

That's DEEP.

[@darklordsauron398]

Hey finrod why you use my annatar badass face 😂😂😂😂

[@naphasorn3993]

No, that is me! 😂😂

[@darthgorthaur258]

@@naphasorn3993 I have to side with you, the other guy looks like sauron trying to trick more elves by pretending to be your good self.

[@naphasorn3993]

@@darthgorthaur258 yesss

[@Pearleace]

my favorite character in Silmarillion, along with Eärendil. ♥

[@DC-hy2rg]

One of my favourite elves as well! Glad to have discovered this channel.

[@muenchhausenmusic]

16:27 Finrod is the best! And good catch, I had never thought about the fact that he was actually able to see his love again :)

[@nordicfella8004]

The song duel is based on Kalevala, where young Joukahainen challenges old Väinämöinen to a duel, and Väinämöinen sings him to drown in a swamp. Joukahainen has to promise his sister Aino for Väinämöinen to spare his life.

[@vliegendegieter106]

Thank you for the video. I forgot most of Finrod Felagund's story but I still loved him even if I could no longer remember why since it has been years since I had last read the Silmarillion. Now I want to read it again.

[@armaanrampersad2415]

Your uploads really brighten my Monday mornings before school

[@gensoyuuki86]

Ive always admired finrod! After reading the silmarillion i really fell in love for this elf. He is indeed the fairest among the princess of the noldor.

[@goodshepherdcat]

Utterly fascinating. Thank you so much. I've been a Tolkien fan for 50 years now, reading all books, hearing all music, watching all videos, playing all games that are based on his works. Men of the West videos are most definitely my favorites in that genre. Thanks again for all you do.

[@MightOfChrist]

ur videos make me happy and sad why sad u ask ? because this wont be ever made into a film and one day our lives will end and this masterpiece will be forgotten...

[@intzbk1]

Wow, what a great story and a great retelling! Thank you! It reminded me of a news article I read today about a Florida Batman that walked a bullied child to school. Use your powers for good, help one another, be the best person you can be.

[@JoaoPedro-qp9cw]

Waiting for Clamavi de Profundis to do their version of the rap battle

[@mohamaddwikydharmawan5256]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHbVXp2Mepl-gKc here i found one. But not clamavi. Enjoy 😁

[@mcedeias7788]

If you're still looking, they have done it a few days ago. Sounds pretty good.

[@JoaoPedro-qp9cw]

@@mcedeias7788 sounds pretty good indeed, have been listening to it the last few days

[@gdubsterz1238]

Awesome story. I knew nothing of Finrod. He is an amazing character.

[@user-bx2xl7ex7r]

Wow what an epic elf. Very good balance of the heroic and that good guy salt of the earth vibe.. The first contact o f the two peoples was a great read. Feels real outside of fiction like a myth. His character is realised well over time as a thread thru many of my favorite stories. Your videos are so awesome. You and Geek Zone have real great narration and theories. That type of emersive contemplation and seeking consistency of thought is most welcome right down to your moral summation....the fantastic goofy art adds a lot and is and couldn't be better.. People getting high off this..like happy...Tops!

[@maryeckel9682]

I was so happy when this came up on the list! Finrod is one of my favorite characters in the legendarium. Perfectly imperfect, able to learn from his mistakes, and a true friend. And a badass.

[@Diadas66]

I have spent countless hours on the lord of the rings wiki just reading everything I could, Your videos and Character history's I enjoy very much keep up the great work your doing

[@theblackprince1346]

What if Bill the Pony took the one ring?

[@darthgorthaur258]

You sir are a genius....period. This needs to be done.

[@tylerjones7592]

A Lakótelepi Bosszúálló that Fox will become the new dark lord of middle earth

[@MrDuck797]

Your wish came true. He made the video.

[@hiddenwoodsben]

i suppose there would lots of apples mysteriously missing one tiny bite.

[@TSmith-yy3cc]

The level of horror and violence would make Melkor shake his head.

[@marvl5363]

Great in-depth analysis of he who is easily one of my favourite characters of all of Tolkien’s works - Finrod Felagund. Keep up the amazing work!

[@STohme]

Finrod is an outstanding character in terms of goodness and compassion. Many thanks for this interesting video.

[@TobeWilsonNetwork]

“He founded the original Minas Tirinth” *wait what*

[@FrancoSciaraffia]

Same name, but not related in any way to Gondor.

[@voldmerot]

*Tirith

[@zidanelionheart]

Just finished the tale of Beren and Luthien. He’s definitely my fav elf, I really liked Fingolfin and Fingol, but Finrod really is the friend of all peoples. His friendship with Beren and Barahir is awesome

[@wellis3891]

The notifications for this video made my phone go off in class and I got in trouble

[@MenoftheWest]

Oh no! Sorry Wellis! This was definitely a later posting time. Hope it wasn't too much trouble!

[@wellis3891]

Men of the West nah it’s all good my guy

[@tulkas42o22]

.....and finrod felegund fell before the throne...😯 great video brother once again!

[@gensoyuuki86]

Finrod is just as savage as tulkas, the john cena of middle earth!

[@eolhinforest7736]

Thank you for bringing these lovely stories and histories to life. Watching them is a solace in dark times.

[@ciaranrocks9787]

I think Finrod Felagund just became my favourite elf

[@mariapazgonzalezlesme]

GODDAMMIT, TOLKIEN. HOW MANY TIMES DO YOU HAVE TO MADE ME GO ATTACHED TO AN ELF AND THEN KILL HIM? HOW MANY TIMES DO YOU HAVE TO BREAK MY HEART AND DRINK MY TEARS?

[@MountainFisher]

Ever read the book of 1st and 2nd Kings in the Bible? The Silmarillion oft reminded me of that.

[@jakobschoning7355]

And then there are people who claim that G.R.R. Martin invented this stuff...

[@MountainFisher]

@@MR-qp5ej There is a difference, Tolkien's world is clearly fantasy and whether you believe in the supernatural aspects of Biblical history it is historical. Much of the ancient accounts like that of the Hittites were considered myth, but as we now know there was a Hittite empire. It's the same for many things in the Bible, it is a historically correct account. Luke wrote that Quirinius was the the procurator of an area that included Judea. For many years this was considered as proof that Luke didn't know what he was talking about, but they dug up an inscription with Quirinius' name on it and they found Roman records that said he held his position for only a short time. Luke as a recorder of ancient history is unmatched in his detail. Say what you want about the miracles, regardless the historicity has so far been unmatched. Only someone who was alive at the time would know small details like that, not somebody 100+ years in the future as is often claimed. They found a fragment of the Gospel of John dated to the first century btw. Even the first chapter of Genesis lays out the initial conditions on Earth. Darkness covered a planet covered in water, let there be light and the thick cloud layer became like a cloudy day. The Sun and Moon were created in the first verse where God created the heavens and Earth. Establish the point of view and the point of view is from the surface of Earth, not outer space. I'm an old earth creationist and not for a moment after taking my first biology class did I think that something they cannot create in a laboratory create itself. Life was designed. Abiogenesis is exactly where it was in 1952 when Miller-Ulrey set up their experiment. If you've been told they created life in a lab you've been told a lie. Just the carbohydrate lipid cover has so many different ways it can go that the odds are worse than one in 10 to the 90 power and that's just the carbohydrates let alone the DNA/RNA matrix that controls the whole show. Did you know that DNA can re-engineer its own programming? That is how whales evolved in only 10 million years from a cow like animal. Think of it like a 1957 chevy transforming itself into a nuclear powered Trident submarine, except much more complex. Without DNA having a "brain" Darwinist processes could never create a whale. As the late widow of Carl Sagan, Lynn Margulies said, "It only explains the survival of the fittest, not the arrival of the fittest". She was an atheist and worked under that metaphysical paradigm.

[@tarmairon431]

@@MountainFisher Genesis is no accurate description of the early earth, bacause stars existed long before the earth, the sun formed together with the earth (which mean the earth was not significantly darker than today) and initially earth was a giant glowing ball of magma. Citation please, that DNA can "re-engineer its programming". You are wrong, the theory of evolution does explain how new species form.

[@MountainFisher]

@@MR-qp5ej I wasn't raised Christian unless you count celebrating Christmas with very little understanding of what it meant. Easter was all about egg hunting and chocolate bunnies, I had no idea that it was a celebration of the resurrection of Christ from the dead. You speak of the Quran and one of its falsehoods was that Jesus never died therefore no resurrection. Christianity stands or falls based on the Resurrection. All of the original Apostles except one died preaching that Christ rose from the dead. Read Psalm 22 which accurately describes the Crucifixion 900 years before it happened and before crucifixion was known. Christ fulfilled many prophecies. I became a Christian based on my study of science, I'm a retired biologist. The four Gospels are four different points of view like four witnesses to an event. They don't match at certain points because four witnesses wouldn't report the exact same details. The Gospel of John is very different than the other three because John was written last to counter the Gnostic heresy. Jesus claimed in no uncertain terms to be God Himself even say that "Before Abraham was I AM" I AM was the name God attributed to Himself in Exodus. The Jews knew what He was saying and started picking up rocks to stone Him for blasphemy. There is no doubt that Jesus claimed to be God and that He was crucified in AD 33. His disciples all, ALL risked their lives preaching about Him and the Resurrection. The Bible, miracles or not, is a very historically accurate Book. What will you say to Christ when you meet Him? Will He be your Judge or your lawyer, or advocate as the Bible calls Him?

[@christinaho2808]

I swear there's always something new to learn which is so awesome.

[@goodputin4324]

Nah if you read the Silmarillion it's all there

[@Dante-kh9ox]

Still here after years, it always give me nostalgia

[@andredesenaaugusto4357]

A verse in a song that I like says: "never be ashamed of having a kind heart". This verse reminds me of Finrod.

[@palantir135]

I still find it difficult to keep all those elves and their deeds in my memory. Just too many names that are somewhat alike. This video is a good update for my memory. But still...

[@TreeFiddyBandit]

Amazon could make SOOO many spin-offs based off the sons/grandsons of Finwë.

[@herbthompson8937]

Please no

[@Jrobidy2]

Imagine if the fellowship had Finrod to help them. Sauron would have been outwitted so badly.

[@januzzell8631]

Such a great tale and so well told - many thanks

[@shadowofchaos8932]

Yesss! Sunday just got better.

[@molegrip3860]

Wonderful video about one of the greatest souls in Arda

[@BJETNT]

I don't get how you keep all these names straight in your head. You are a true fan to say the least. Thank you for your devotion and your information I love the videos

[@CasperInkyMagoo]

Finrod will always be my favorite. The first real bridge between peoples. He’s the predecessor to characters like Gandalf.

[@VERGILGASM]

All elves: WAAAA ITS A TROLL RUN Finrod: *casualy starts a singing duel with literal demon of hell*

[@cryptotimmy1921]

I love this channel I cannot say nothing morejust great information for novelists like me that want to learn more about middle-earth. Thank you so much highly recommend and appreciated.

[@briana208]

Mim does not approve of how quickly the petty dwarves were covered;) great vid:))))

[@Yashael341]

Um... So the painting when you were talking about Finrod learning the mannish tongue... Did anyone else see the baby trying to eat Finrod's hair? Too cute!

[@jimbombadill]

one of your best videos...Finrod is truly one of the greatest.

[@therealdarkwhale7977]

Incredible video, such a compassionate fellow. I genuinely look forward to your videos every Monday, such a bundle of joy, see you in a few days.

[@jillmerrell9672]

Great presentation! Thank you for all you do.

[@TheArcofinfinity]

My Favorite Elf and one of my favorite characters.

[@TheSesh07]

Another awesome telling of a great story, love how you bring all the events together on the timelines! Cant wait for the retelling of Beren and Luthien.

[@anniebiggs1217]

Loved this video great narration as always 👏🏻

[@TheTexasStranger]

Another great video from one of the most polite guys on KZbin. Thanks for the great content man and keep up the good work!

[@xnakxx]

So detailed and so much information in this one. Just an awesome job man. Thank you.

[@AlmaRose]

Would love a short video summary on Barahir's Outlaws and why Beren was like "I was cool" during the B&L chapter.

[@terryhebert9012]

im about to read The Silmarillion for a 2nd time and this video helps a lot mate, keep them coming!

[@gguolo]

You my middle earth friend are the best. Thank you for all your work and vids. This guy appreciates it

[@leonievw2466]

Great video again! Always nice to start the monday morning in my comfi bed with a video about Middle Earth 😊

[@dominicvandermerwe2092]

I love your longer videos please do more. ;)

[@stevicakurcubic116]

Put like first. And now listening and chilling. Cuz this guy, narator, is super cool

[@berrett96]

Another awesome video dude I love finrod and I loved your retelling of his adventures

[@RoberttheFox0001]

Thank You. One of my favorite characters.

[@sakataginko9092]

“yOu mUsT fIrSt tOuCh tH3 dArKneSs” Look what Amazon did to our boi 😢

[@triptiti]

Fantastic! This brought me back to The Silmarillion in a much in depht rememberence :)

[@GarretGarlinger]

well made! That was awesome.

[@LocalHeretic-ck1kd]

Sweet. Man, that was epic. Finrod is so great.

[@Lee_Lee1776]

I was late to work today cause I stayed up waiting for the MOTW premier last night. It was worth it. Mondays are a device of The Dark Lord anyway.

[@sunwukong6897]

Hey Yoystan! Great video. Also, is there a reason there are so many “Fin”s in the sons of Finwë? Like do they all have fantastic hair (because I’m pretty sure in the appendices of The Silmarillion it says that Fin means hair). So is that what the family is known for?

[@sodagirl1092]

Sauron: *exists* Finrod: "I'm about to end this Mayar's whole career"

[@houston_co7769]

Sauron: uno reverse

[@jdarlt88]

Love your videos thank you for making them

[@8jgonz]

I thoroughly enjoy these deep dives.

[@LarryI7498]

Love it. You're really helping me out with pronunciation

[@republikadugave420]

Who dislikes this videos??? The content here is amazing

[@ESEJESEJ]

Love this channel. New fan from the cold north of Sweden here.

[@carmelopappalardo8477]

Thank you so much for all your videos.

[@Texasguy90]

I just wonder what were galadriels thoughts and feelings seeing the ring of barahir with Aragorn did it make her sad and think of finrod yet glad for it to be with Aragorn?

[@IanHeins]

Nice work dude thanks

[@darthgorthaur258]

The misses gets mad if I'm out for an hour longer than I say just imagine the hassle of being gone for a few thousand years, it would be war I swear.

[@waveacoustica1224]

I love how Finrod is not completely perfect

[@thatbritnerd8652]

Grand as always. Not sure theres enough for a video or not but interested in a piece on what was happening east of the blue mountains during the first age before the loss of beleriand