THE RINGS OF POWER SEASON 2 EPISODE 8 REACTION! 2x8 Breakdown and Review | LOTR • Middle-Earth

[@HeroesReforged]

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[@grahamcrowley3022]

@@HeroesReforged any scene with celembrimbor and annatar Charlie Vickers going forward is going to be is going to be a bigger menace ar-pharazon better watch out 😉

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@grahamcrowley3022 Sauron liked Celembrimbor (as much as he can like anybody) and might even have respected him, but he hates Numenor. What he does to Numenor is going to make what he did to Eregion look like a Sunday picnic. Can’t wait to see it.

[@nancyhayes9958]

I can’t pick just one. The Annatar reveal.king Durin and the Balrog. Celebrimbor’s death. The final reveal of Rivendell.

[@grahamcrowley3022]

@@nancyhayes9958 yeah I know with the time compression issue with the show I just hope they do it properly with it all because it will be amazing to see it on screen the evil That destroyed numenor

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@grahamcrowley3022 I agree. There's such a payoff if they do. People in the audience like Celebrimbor and feel sorry for him. The show is doing a great job setting up Pharazon as a treacherous bully. A lot of people, including me, are looking forward to Sauron shredding him

[@jeffreydegraw4070]

The valley at the end of the episode is where Elrond builds Rivendell at and is so magically protected cause of the Elven Rings. It’s so cool to hint at the finding of a place that is so important later on in the story.

[@alexisbk9576]

I loved season 2 so much. I particularly geeked out over seeing Elendil receiving Narsil and seeing Elrond in Rivendell for the first time. Can not wait for season 3!

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@alexisbk9576 My inner fangirl squealed when Elendil got Narsil. I loved Rivendell.

[@skinnyjax]

Charles Edwards as Celebrimbor... damn, what an actor! This season was so, so good!

[@santinoaguilar8601]

Brimby went out a badass Pretty much spiting in Sauron's face without actually spiting in his face

[@skinnyjax]

@@santinoaguilar8601 Oh, when he called him Shadow of Morgoth... that one stung Sauron deep inside! I'm glad they series didn't do the whole "Brimby on a Pike" thing.

[@santinoaguilar8601]

@@skinnyjax He kinda was on a "Pike" when Sauron left him up there on the wall.

[@skinnyjax]

@@santinoaguilar8601 I guess. Poor guy.

[@colemacgrath2005]

@@skinnyjax I love how at first Shadow of Morgoth seems like a badass title, but it´s actually humilliating and embarassing because he´s saying Sauron is basically a discount Morgoth, just an apprentice who tried to be as powerful as his master but failed lol

[@joshjames582]

Sauron's literal blood is in the Nine. He's more than touched them.

[@leahmarie112]

I saw the Gandalf “reveal” as less of an attempt to wow us and more of an attempt to comfort us. Like, “you’re right viewers, this is our dear friend Gandalf. Now listen to this lovely song”. You know? Lots of reactors has been calling the show runners idiots for thinking the reveal would surprise anyone but it’s clearly not the point at all.

[@adam45z]

100% agree. The haters are just finding ways to view everything negatively.

[@legendswarble2845]

Ngl, as a lover of the Sacred Texts, I genuinely loved getting roasted by the lads. It brought some much needed levity from such a heavy episode

[@HeroesReforged]

Nothing wrong with loving those Sacred Texts! XD

[@vonkowskisoddities4164]

The ending is 100% Imladris (Rivendell). When Elrond says it’s a hiding place protected by the power of the elven rings. 100%! So cool Also, the story they are telling take place over thousands of years. Of course they have to condense the timeline and shuffle things around. Otherwise you’d need 10 30 episode seasons. Y’all are 100% right

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@vonkowskisoddities4164 And the problem with 10 30 episode seasons? 😂

[@TomOnTheTube]

​@@nancyhayes9958 it's not what was agreed with the Tolkien Estate. They've had to agree upfront to exactly what they're doing and for how long in order to win their original bid at the money they did.

[@HeroesReforged]

@@nancyhayes9958 WE WILL BE DEAD BEFORE THE FINALE AIRS! 😂

[@cabowabo75able]

Your gasps when hobbit dude said "Grand Elf" LOL. Really enjoy your reactions and commentary guys, as always!

[@nancyhayes9958]

Now that Celebrimbor is dead, his death in Unfinished Tales in the chapter on Galadriel and Celeborn, you find out that Sauron not only tortured Celebrimbor to death, he put his arrow-ridden body on a pole and used it as a battle standard when he went to war with the elves. I’m glad they didn’t show that. As it is, this scene almost had me crying. RIP Celebrimbor. Book or show, you were a badass and far more honorable than your grandfather or father.

[@MarieS610]

Hoping we still get that banner scene 🙏🏼😩🤣

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@MarieS610 We could if Sauron goes after Rivendell. [SHUDDER]

[@zammich3649]

They haven't really had a chance to show it yet if they intend to show it.

[@TheShadow8771]

When an interview asked Charlie Vickers what he would like from season 3 he said he wants Celebrimbor as the Banner so fingers crossed

[@nancyhayes9958]

I’m sitting here grinning right after everyone lost their freaking minds over the Balrog. It’s going to be an awesome reaction.

[@samuraiko]

Always such a joy watching you three reacting, whether it's shared squeeing over visual effects, yelling at the characters you hate, or just even silence because you're so drawn into a scene. I love it. (And I say that as a lover of the Sacred Texts. I have so many things I'd love to nerd out with Agustin about, but I don't want to spoil them!) :D Loved this season, and gods I am so hoping that Charles Edwards and/or Charlie Vickers get SOME kind of award nominations for all this.

[@chrisbeaudoin1852]

Always sucks when your favorite character gets Sean Beaned

[@nancyhayes9958]

Celebrimbor or Adar? I’m feeling pretty bummed out over both.

[@Aragonsdick5170]

Sean Bean is a walking spoiler 😂

[@moviereedviews]

Especially when he kinda looks like him lol (Adar)

[@LouiseJulie_]

Not ready to wait another 2 (?) years for more😭😭

[@EnterpriseGeek]

That was Rivendell in the end...gorgeous..wow Btw Canon/ Lore: If fans are pissed about Gandalf not existing so early in the 2nd age...then you should be pissed on TTT aswell: Elves were NOT involved in the battles, Helms Deep ect...they left Middle Earth actually...there were NO elves in the book

[@MarieS610]

There were elves in the books, but yeah they definitely didn’t come to the aid in Helms Deep

[@thevagrantgaming]

Well that’s also not even factoring in how Tolkien left it open for Gandalf to have been there in the 2nd age. He arrives in the 3rd age but that doesn’t mean it’s the first time he’s been sent to middle earth. He literally gets sent back a second time in LOTR.

[@nancyhayes9958]

I wish I could remember the source (maybe Morgoth's Ring or the Letters): at one time Tolkien toyed with the idea of having the Istari sent over with more power, which was a total disaster. That's why when they were sent over a second time they were nerfed.

[@TomOnTheTube]

Not going all "sacred texts", but Tolkien actually did say that Gandalf as Olorin (which I assume he is, which is why he says "that's what they'll call me") went to Middle Earth prior to TA. He met Galadriel prior to her having her ring. He made two mentions of "Gandalf" likely having gone over to ME already, so I'm fine with it myself. No, the series isn't perfect (some non sequiturs around and scale problems), but it's been amazing.

[@TomOnTheTube]

​@@nancyhayes9958he certainly said that they were sent over in the bodies of old men to try to prevent them from having delusions of grandeur. Didn't quite work out, but that's why they're in physically old bodies.

[@deannaholt2851]

Was so happy to see this reaction posted when I got home from work today! Have really enjoyed watching you guys this season. The "sacred text" mentions never failed to crack me up because holy $HIT man, some folks are SO uptight and this is seriously a beautiful show. I loved both seasons.

[@lordfoul6259]

I think Sauron will stay in this form until after the downfall of Numenor

[@MarieS610]

Agreed

[@nancyhayes9958]

He certainly stayed in a beautiful form until after Numenor and none of the kibble (excuse me, Pharazon and his flunkies) know the Annatar form. I am so looking forward to seeing him fry Numenor.

[@TomOnTheTube]

I think he'll be Halbrand, as that's how they knew him and that form looks human, not elvish and the Numenorians don't like elves.

[@lordfoul6259]

@TomOnTheTube but he does go to them in his Annatar form saying he is Sauron and lets them take him prisoner and within a few years he becomes the chief advisor to King Pharazon

[@ahmetfarukkoc8125]

Yessss been waiting for this one! What a way to end the season! I looove the finale! Happy to be watching with you guys.

[@nancyhayes9958]

Come on, guys. Which elven sanctuary is in a valley north of Khazad-dum that is protected by one of the rings and has unbelievably beautiful waterfalls. It was founded when Elrond let the Eregion refugees to safety.

[@cassieo]

Yes. And Elrond is gifted something to help protect it. Cannot wait to see it, maybe he starts to grow out his hair, finally, lol.

[@quirkyjoeAnimated]

Is it Starbucks?

[@nancyhayes9958]

Favorite way for Kemen (AKA Dog Turd) to die. I’m torn between letting him walk in the woods with Winterbloom or doing something brain-dead stupid and ending up as Sauron’s first Numenorian sacrifice. He’s even more despicable than movie Denethor or Season 1 Galadriel. I agree the actor is doing an excellent job; Kemen can’t be on screen five seconds before I want to kill him.

[@dmoonj]

Thank you for the positivity enjoying this season and in season one wherein the characters and plot needed to build, which so many missed. I really love your insightful reactions and not just for this but all you do...👍

[@carolinatravaglia]

Finally guys!!! Thank you for this gem of reaction, all the reactions!!🥰

[@MassimoCerreto]

That was by far the best reaction for me. Why? First of all, because I like you guys. You are always positive and even if you have something to criticize (which is completely legitimate; we don't need to have all the same opinion, while the key word here is "opinion"), it is always done in a constructive way (a dying art). In addition, you show that you can love the books and at the same time understand what adaptation for film and TV means and why that doesn't always correspond 100% to the written word and sometimes can't or shouldn't correspond at all. And last but not least, I love how you make fun of the completely exaggerated nitpickers, which you are absolutely allowed to do as true students of the lore.

[@icywinterof88]

this is probably the only channel where i like the videos before watching them lol

[@DarthDimadome]

Becoming a Ringwraith is too cool, but death is also too forgiving for Kemin. I'm hoping he becomes the Mouth of Sauron. That dude looks like a mutated flesh monster. Sounds good to me.

[@nancyhayes9958]

I like it, especially since Elendil's last heir beheads him, or sends him crawling back to Sauron with his tail between his legs.

[@alexisbk9576]

Thank God! A fantastic distraction from the hurricane! I will be watching this on repeat for the next few hrs lol

[@HeroesReforged]

Stay safe!

[@alexisbk9576]

@@HeroesReforged Thank you! You guys are amazing and we love all your breakdowns, especially your Rings of Power reactions!

[@AngelaSealana]

Hang in there, homie

[@alexisbk9576]

@@AngelaSealana Thank you! We followed evacuation orders and got out safely, but still nerve-racking. Binge watching Heroes Reforged vids to try to stay calm :)

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@alexisbk9576 Good luck getting everything straightened out.

[@mcdudely]

These last two episodes were amazing! The epic battles to the intense dialogue between many of the characters to the beautiful score blasting through it all! I hope we get a Season 3 cuz this show has been so much fun.

[@dennist.8210]

Afternoon lads! I'm glad you enjoyed the season! As far as the lore goes (and i don't usually like tagging other channels on videos but i think it will help here), Matt (Nerd of the Rings on YT) is the best at explaining all aspects of the lore in a very easy to follow visual format. Not sure if Hector and Adam will want to check it out yet until the series ends but Agustin might find it useful to refresh on memory! The character Agustin mentioned "became a star" is Earendil. Not a spoiler to mention him because he's already been mentioned in the show. He is Elrond's father. He also the father of Elros, who was the first King of Numenor. Also, as far as Adar is concerned it's widely believed and implied by JD that he is one of the first elves that were corrupted by Morgoth. Just some fun facts :) Like Agustin mentions, I'm sure you will enjoy the next "arc" regarding Numenor and Vicker's amazing Sauron! Finally, while i personally would've preferred if Stranger was one of the other Istari, i believe they're going the route of a particular text about "Olorin" in the 2nd age. Anyways, again, I'm glad you guys had a lot of fun! Now to wait for S3!

[@travisspazz1624]

Is it the best show on tv? No Has every loose screw from S1 been tightened? No Did I still have a blast with this season? Yes!

[@Adam-xg1ch]

hey to each their own. i enjoyed con air but was under zero delusion that it was actually a well made movie.

[@nancyhayes9958]

I like complex, clever villains and we had Sauron and Adar chewing up the scenery, although I am sad about Adar's death.

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@Adam-xg1ch I love that movie.

[@TomOnTheTube]

Yeah, Con Air was terrific!

[@BrandonCorreiaNetwork]

The finale was so good I’ve been waiting for the reaction I was wondering what happened because I knew you guys would go crazy for this episode! But makes sense that two of you weren’t there. Because you guys for sure had to react to this together!!!

[@LightAvengerS171]

Your Gasps .Grand Elf! 😂😂 I loved it. Awesome Reaction

[@MarieS610]

33:49 Hector holding on to this “Theo is an elf” thing is hilarious. They’ve shown his ears before in season 1

[@TomOnTheTube]

So my money is on Hector being right.

[@wendycarr133]

Thank you so much! I was impatiently waiting for this reaction. I enjoy the three of you and appreciate your enthusiasm.

[@yara5502]

You really should watch the "inside episode 8" that came out directly after this episode on Prime. There they explain why Adar even lasted as long as he did and they also talk about the Tolkien estate involvement in this and all the actors say goodbye to the actor who plays Celebrimbor. There also is an "inside" for each episode.

[@eryniel95]

I´m with Augustin, I want/expect certain events to happen while respecting the lore, but adjustments are fine. As a humble lore-master (absolutely love The Silmarillion) I was not for a moment disappointed by what the show managed to bring to the screen. Can't wait for s3!

[@alwaysbam]

At the end was that where Rivendell will be?

[@MarieS610]

Yessss 🙌🏼 it’s the valley Elrond retreats to after Eregion. Found Rivendell

[@OptifiedPixels]

yeeeeesss I've been waiting for this, I think the taking the mystery away for the audience and giving us insight but clouding the characters judgement really allowed us as the audience to love the sauron elements in this season so much more than the first. I loved this season and can't wait for more. (hopefully soon)

[@danieldunbar2956]

It was fun following you guys during this ROP season!

[@eryniel95]

"I am their creator. I AM THEIR MASTER!" "No. You are their prisoner." - dang, after the opening with king Durin and the Balrog I didn't think I could cry more, but Celebrimbor´s strength freaking broke me 😭 (and about Feanor- he was the most well-known and hated elf in M.E., only Celebrimbor saw his talents as aspirational) Didn't you guys notice that the vally where the elves are at the end is future Rivendell? Also, seeing at the end Galadriel dressed in simple white, marking her first step of becoming the White Lady of Lotlorien was just perfect.

[@ahmetfarukkoc8125]

I agree with everything you said at the review part. Exactly my thoughts! Love the reaction and lots of love to you guys!

[@Hellbutterfly08]

The showrunners were told by their consultant, Simon Tolkien, to give Adar a proper ending. So, if the grandson of the original author tells you to do something, that it'll be good for the story, you do it. Love y'all ❤️ so, happy to have people who love this world just as much as me

[@Adam-xg1ch]

lol do your research better.

[@rajeebdas1724]

​@@Adam-xg1chno one needs to do research on stupid lotr material lol.. Kids stuff

[@Adam-xg1ch]

@@rajeebdas1724 uhhh ok.

[@nancyhayes9958]

Augustin: I wrote my master’s thesis on Tolkien, and I still have problems keeping the family trees straight in the Silmarillion. One of the things I think ROP is doing so much better is making off-canon choices make sense in-story. Jackson was brilliant at making his LOTR adaptation feel like Tolkien. ROP is getting there. My objections to Season 1 were pacing, one-dimensional characters, and forging the elven rings in the last ten minutes of the finale (because I was worried they’d forged the other rings off-screen). Season 2 fixed all those issues, and I loved seeing the Annatar-Celebrimbal tragedy play out. First- and Second-Age Sauron is one of my favorite villains. If you want a first age example, read or listen to the first few pages of Chapter 19 in the Silmarillion (Beren and Luthien).

[@samuraiko]

If you don't mind me asking, what aspect/facets of Tolkien and/or his work was your thesis about?

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@samuraiko My thesis was on how Tolkien repeated certain words with each repetition having the history of the previous usage to add layers to the meaning. I used the stories of the mixed-race marriages in the Silmarillion and LOTR as my source material, and "shadow," "light," and "Silmaril" as the words A close example in the movies would be when Frodo climbs down Sam's throat after Sam tells Frodo he has to fight the Ring. Frodo's response is "The Ring is my burden, my own." By this time, the audience knows that "mine. My own. My precious." is a sign the Ring is taking over someone. When Frodo yells at Sam, we automatically tack "my precious" onto his sentence and realize he's falling further under the Ring's power. Clear as mud?

[@cassieo]

@@nancyhayes9958that’s a great analysis and study, good on ya!

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@cassieo Thanks so much. It was the first time my university allowed a thesis on a fantasy author.

[@Shahking704]

Oh man you guys are bang on with the British accents. soo good. And by the way Augustine the durin death scene just looked amazing in your eyes dude. The shot was great and your shot was just as cool.

[@MarieS610]

22:55 I just wanted them to name him as someone from the Silmarillion 🤣🤣 but the more I thought about it, the more I figured he would’ve had to be from some of the very first elves when Morgoth corrupted them.

[@nancyhayes9958]

I assumed he was one of the elves that hid from Orome and was captured. It would be even more heartbreaking if he were one of the ned elves.

[@ahyesverygood1336]

37:27 - I thought it must be him when we first saw him in the crater, surrounded by fire and "controlling" it - he eventually wears Narya, is "wielder of the flame", etc. Guilty by fiery association🤷‍♂. ...Also thought that if I ever get a pet pig, I'll call it Celebrimboar🙂.

[@BillboSmagginsPlays]

Agustin!! I have that hat! Love Ranch Pizza here in Portland, OR! You three are great!

[@qcrew2938]

Absolutely loved this season! I'm fully in on this show and can't wait for season 3

[@andy.4790]

Looking forward to watching season 3 with you guys!

[@logan3093]

Numenorians live about 300 to 400 years at this point

[@Nexyyy7]

war between the elves and sauron next season, it's gonna be insane

[@icywinterof88]

I think I rewatched this intro like 5 times, i was in tears

[@andy.4790]

Same!

[@ace-of-teacups]

Glug had been clearly turning against Adar because he resented his tactics and putting the uruk in danger - he complained about it a few times, including when he told them to release the troll... The second he met with Sauron, I knew Adar wouldn't make it to the next season.

[@grahamcrowley3022]

War of the elves incoming next season and there moving to bigger sound stages as well we going bigger

[@ManchesterEagle]

Narsil remained Elendil’s sword. Isildur used it after it was broken in the final battle with Sauron to cut the ring from his finger.

[@mattbentley5212]

Durin the elder to the Balrog of Morgoth, “I’ll give it to you straight, and I’ll give it to you raw!” 6:26

[@dogewanderlust4359]

Galadriel: my ring door is shut for you.

[@dogewanderlust4359]

Just like in Soviet Russia. A wizard don't find his staff. The staff finds him

[@inde2476]

do you think the rings of power show can hold up in quality of acting, storytelling, production and timeless experience of the Lord of the Rings films? I definitely think season 2 is a step up from season 1, not a single dime has been wasted on the production value but when you watch the films versus the show, there is a distinct difference and doesn't feel like its the same universe lol.

[@claudiabailey5302]

The whole thing with the stranger was him finding himself. Not us as most people thought he was Gandalf from season 1. But I still feel that we are going to get more of a blue wizard storyline. I loved this season but I am one of the strange people who really enjoyed season 1

[@Nexyyy7]

12:55 and it's really a one continuous shot, no hidden cut at all according to the DP

[@shshshshadow]

so excited for this one!! i just have to let y'all know how much i've appreciated your reactions to this series. this channel has truly become a safe space, across all your content. thanks for being such great homies!!! 🫶

[@sirreginald2013]

You guys are my favorite reaction channel for ROP. Love seeing people excited about this epic second age story. Give us 5 Seasons please!

[@Niraaapercy]

can't wait to watch season 3 with you three!! what a wonderful journey watching season 2 of TROP! ✨ Thank u, guys 🤩 & see u 🤧🤝 ALL HAIL LORD SAURON 💍🖤🔥

[@gregorycannon1428]

Thanks for the great commentary and reactions over the years guys! Always good! I've been a fan since the Hyper RPG days!!

[@Queen-fn4ly]

Thanks for ur great funny reaction ! The Balrog scene is Def my favorite ! Sauron & Cele storyline was great . The fact that we got to see the Entwives & Tom bombadil was really cool . A bit dissapointed with the stranger bieng Gandalf & Numenor story , but overall... i enjoyed it can't wait for season 3 🎉

[@MarieS610]

Just curious what disappointed you about the Numenor story? I thought they did a good job of showing small scenes here and there to display the mounting tensions and ultimate divide between the faithful and kingsmen. Honestly nothing really significant happens with Numenor until they get involved with Sauron. So I think the how has done a good job of sprinkling them in here and there so the audience has a good idea of the climate of Numenor and how they got there when they become central to the story.

[@Queen-fn4ly]

@@MarieS610 the way the story of Numenor went for example pharazon claimed to be the king after the eagle landed near him then Mìriel survived the sea monster .. the audience switched back to her ... next Ep.. nope pharazon in charge again & claims that Mirìel is helping Sauron ! So the whole season we just saw them switching between her & pharazon . Also pharazon punished her for using plantìr then he used it . I just didn't understand the logic behind the true conflict between him & Mìriel in the show .. i read the books i know the story

[@creativeidklol9825]

I love your reactions!!!

[@ValentinaTheCreator]

so interesting how men and women are. Women reacting to this series are feeling the emotions and sadness of this episode, and tearing up, and guys like these guys are laughing and rooting and such. It's so interesting. Like, I bawled when the dwarf king dies against the balrog, calibrimbor, and many other parts. lol. And Sauron got the hammer because he still needs to make the last and ONE ring.

[@GEKGanon]

That opening of this episode has to be one of the best television openings in history.

[@darkwolf1202]

Adar didn't exist, and Sauron was never betrayed. so nobody knows what's next.

[@abbymorganRIP]

I don't think the BIG Numenor story will be until season 4, I think next season will be focused on Men and the One.

[@FloundFahrdienst]

if they split these stories apart from each other like they did in this season, Im pretty sure Numenor will fall next season

[@AmusedGermanShepherd-er5gp]

I'm so happy this season slapped hard. All the haters are trying to double down which comes across even more pathetic. It's so good 😊

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@AmusedGermanShepherd-er5gp I was not a fan of most of Season 1, but the "it's crap and anyone who watches it is a loser" mentality has always pissed me off. Either give civilized details why you hate it, or turn it off and let the people who like it enjoy their show in peace. BTW I love Season 2.

[@mattbentley5212]

15:05 was expecting at least one “five arrows is too much!” Or “it’s in the bone”

[@FloundFahrdienst]

As much as I LOVED the Balrog scene, Im dissapointed and confused that they didnt do more with it. Like how will the Dwarfs react to this. There is a fucking Balrog in their mountain AWAKE that is only seperated by a few rocks from murdering all of you and...they talk about politics? Really? All that build up from season 1 and THIS is all we get? Am I to believe that they just continued their normal lives while knowing what lurks in their home? We know this Balrog will kill the Durin line and destroy Khazadum and turn it into Moria. Pls adress this in season 3! PLEASE!

[@Gandromil]

Spoiler Alert: The Stranger was called Grand Elf in an earlier episode.

[@jessyromel]

In the final scene that place was Rivendell so I think Galadriel waking shot was intended. Also, I think the time jump will come in the end of s3 because we have an important character that has to be here to Galadriel story keep going. 👀 I loved season 1 and season 2 was even better. I can't wait for whatever they are planning next.

[@RiqRickTH]

Low key was hearing an avengers assemble anthem on the elves ending cliff shot haha

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@RiqRickTHThanks for that image, except now I'm seeing Elrond weilding Thor's hammer.

[@quirkyjoeAnimated]

Excited for season 3

[@primal1233]

I really enjoyed this episode. Season 2 of the Rings of Power is awesome 💯

[@N_Wanderer]

Great to see this video guys, I've been waiting for it since the last episode aired and love your reaction vids. The quoting of the "sacred texts" always makes me laugh. The last shot of Imladris is spectacular. Bring on season 3 💚

[@skanam05]

Ahhh finally!!!! Was waiting for this reaction since last week🙌🏻

[@Logan-b4f]

Now all the cry babies asking for the finale can be quiet!

[@jakefirestone8644]

Awesome. I sincerely enjoyed this! Great content boys, all the best, Jake.

[@diegorivec]

Thanks for such a great energy and community guys, you rock soooo much! As another fellow sacred text fanatic (lol), I like making fun of ourselves, and yeah I absolutely adore this show. It somewhow manages to mix detailed faithfullness to the lore (truly), with some other crazy new exciting shit they create which somehow works! Maybe some additions are risky, but man some others are so great and interesting, kudos to these writers. So much better to have a brave story than another easy one. See you guys in season 3, you are awesome!!

[@icywinterof88]

1. I see why people like Tom bombadil so much. 2. Man I really didnt love the first season but it feels like the creators really took all the feedback and improved every aspect of the show! So much Kudos to that kind of turn around. This season really felt so special.

[@TomFish_0228]

Hey, Heroes! Kinda-long time watcher, possibly-first-time-commenter... I just wanna say you guys are awesome and I always enjoy your reactions... I especially loved your reactions to this season of "HMMMWELLAKSHALLY According to the Sacred Texts". I speak from the perspective of someone who loves the LOTR universe, although I've never read the Appendices and Silmarillion, and I think you're all spot-on about not taking everything so seriously, and just enjoy the show. Something I've noticed quite often about people who complain about a show, or game, or whatever, they use it as a sneaky; subtextual way to be racist or ... let's just be honest, incredibly stupid. But it's genuinely not even worth the debate, so I just "okay. *shrug*" I don't know, that's just my ten cents. TL;DR I really enjoy your reactions especially this season of this show. Stay awesome, dudes!

[@Nexyyy7]

21:35 he is probably gonna be a nazgul

[@ryanburns1434]

I will definitely buy those Durin sneaks lmbo

[@nancyhayes9958]

@@ryanburns1434 I wish someone would actually do it, maybe in smokey grey's with dark red and orange highlights

[@urie714]

I’ve been ready 2:37 2:39

[@hellzzonearth]

Thank you guys. Another great reaction as always. I can't wait for what comes next for everyone in middle earth. Until the next reaction guys. Take care.

[@hargibson18]

9:04 yes!! Let’s gooo

[@Bartoszbolechow]

They can’t jump forward much in next seasons, because Isildur and Elendil must be alive during the Last Alliance - and they are Numenorians, who can live about 200 (or even more) years, but they are humans still. They are definitely compressing timeline, but it is for the good of the narrative.

[@marjoe32]

ORALE, lets go HOMIES

[@djoscartj]

Galadriel pulled of a Yelena Romanoff with Sauron 😆 What a great season 2! I cannot wait for season 3!

[@quirkyjoeAnimated]

So many actors who had very little to do in season one, took centre stage this season and killed it. They gave us their meat and they gave it to us raw.

[@AngelaSealana]

Such a crunchygood season 🙌🏻

[@jeffreymartinez6939]

So Al farazon's son is set to be one of the 9??

[@PrincessKagayaki]

I had the same reaction as Adam they did the funniest thing they could have possibly done after Elrond kisses Galadriel after claiming this as a platonic friendship kiss is he put the ring on it 😂

[@tabazail]

🤓"Mmmm actually...." I love the way you flame the purists 🤣🤣

[@philip07304]

Sorry, guys but the books are always better than the movie version and I do get why there are changes and I enjoyed both.

[@tirantia7031]

cant whait until you guys finale react to avatar the last airbender animated series and after that legend of korra