Aragorn's Travels After The Lord of the Rings | Tolkien Explained

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[@MrGreen-td6dw]

@@NerdoftheRings is all the information in your videos sourced from the LOTR books?

[@hydradominatus3641]

Came for the lore. Left with the feels.

[@craigmanning2439]

Yea, It got kinda dusty in here.

[@kroschne]

Who's cutting onions here?

[@concernedearthling3353]

Ouch, right in the feels.

[@doomseeker]

I thought I was the only one crying

[@RealBadGaming52]

The whole thing is downright depressing tbh, i wish id never watched Return of the King and knew nothing about the Future world of LOTR after the Ring was Gone

[@philipcallado5693]

That part about Aragorn and Eomer leading their armies to war against Rhun sounded so dope. That’s an unbeatable squad right there.

[@johnmooney5829]

I like to think that they were joined/aided by the Easterlings that sued for peace and the eastern Dwarf clans.

[@philipcallado5693]

John Mooney the easterlings realized without Mordor they had no chance against Gondor, Rohan and the dwarves of the Eastern mountains.

[@cryptosporidium1375]

@@philipcallado5693 they merely regroup

[@timothytoddcook8794]

Viberance of scat non knelling aye!!

[@DaleRFetz]

Eomer....My favorite....so gallant and true!

[@Sir_Stalwart]

"In sorrow we must go, but not in despair." I really enjoy that particular line.

[@dementiasorrow]

My favorite too. We all must go one day. It is a sorrow, but we shall not despair.

[@wallywest9257]

Aragorn: Rules for a 122 years and sets up a dynasty for 100 generations to come Gimli: ".....That still only counts as one"

[@smoothbeak]

As long as Gimli doesn't ask the King of Gondor to toss him he'll be able to keep his beard!

[@OneTwoMark]

Makes you wonder who ended the generations at 100, and why.

[@mechadoggy]

Exactly, counts as one dynasty

[@olivierschraepen5451]

@@OneTwoMark Well it could mean that the dynasty changes, which often happens if the only heir is a daughter, thus taking the name of the husband. Or it could mean that in 100 generations, Aragorn and the war of the ring have passed into legend. This is already the case for many medieval Kings, think of Charlemagne and the Crusaders, who are more myths now than Kings of old. Or if you're a real sadist, that the realms came to an end, and all fell into ruin, thus setting up the world for our times.

[@weeewoooooooo]

"I will not say: do not weep; for not all tears are an evil" - some wise guy

[@markus-hermannkoch1740]

Oh my gosh... is it smart-ass bait or ain't it... Can't... resist!! Thatwassaidbygandalfatthepartingatthegrayhavens. Uff.

[@karlorul2149]

Gandalf The White

[@mikhailsordinarylife]

Sounds very wisdom-y. He should be a wizard or something.

[@crucifierdrums3209]

Quote of Gandalf the White

[@JokkazArt]

Some wiseguy* 🤪

[@JoshJay]

"where her grave lies this is the very hill where Aragorn and Arwen were betrothed"...i'm not crying, you're crying

[@ArchYeomans]

Nah. I'm just peeling some onions and I hate onions.

[@Raz.C]

@@ArchYeomans Yeah, I always get a little emotional when I have to deprive an onion of its skin. Ps: That's a Kryten quote, by the way.

[@Snack592]

i indeed am

[@GianlucaBeltrami]

That line + Arwen laying down on the hill broke me into tears

[@XeroFailGames]

Merri and pippin being laid next to aragorn.....GODDAMN I'm a 38 year old man getting misty over made up people finally dying and being at peace after saving the land.

[@scorch2020]

Hahaha this was tough... and i thought i wasnt the sensitive type.. nope.. lotr brought it out of me

[@XeroFailGames]

@@scorch2020 it doesnt help that I LITERALLY just watched all 3 last week so it's all fresh in my mind again

[@myteatime2836]

They aren't made up.. all the great tales are post cards sent through space and time.. and many of the consciousnesses that played the legendary characters are here on earth right now during this incredible chapter we are in.. sounds crazy but it's true.. Search your feelings, You know it be true(;

[@XeroFailGames]

@@myteatime2836 did you take a serious hit of longbottom leaf? Lol

[@scorch2020]

@@myteatime2836 oh dude you got some bad pipe weed be careful 😆

[@Tenraiden]

Hearing about the eventual, inevitable deaths of Merry, Pippin, Eomer, and everyone else, is so bittersweet.. 😢

[@willowwhisper6575]

The last goodbye between Aragorn and Arwen is heartbreaking, it gets me everytime 😣😢

[@egonieser]

Yeah, the second elf that gets to understand the Doom of men and their sorrows. They're quick to criticize but never understand what natural death is like.

[@craigmanning2439]

Yea me too. That and when the Rohanian arrive for The Battle of Pelenor fields(book version). Fore some reason it gets real dusty where ever I am when I read that chapter.

[@zafran20]

she dies a few months later of heartbreak..

[@pcuimac]

Habe you seen Babylon 5: Sleeping in Light? That does the same. Delenn has gone beyond the Rim too this year. :(

[@lonesomephoenix]

Is this story part of the Silmarilion or some other book? any idea?

[@Boromir9]

My captain , my king .

[@Boromir9]

@Smokey McB brings a tear to my eye every time I watch it 😭✌️

[@Will.Flavell]

RIP Son Of Gondor 🗡

[@moodyowlproductions4287]

Be at peace...son of Gondor

[@evilchaperone]

Probably one of the best scenes in cinema.

[@grecogreco4]

Thanks Boromir ! You brought us some good memes.

[@mg1721]

I felt sad when you said Eomer passed away, then it became misty when Merry and Pippin die. After hearing of Aragorn's passing, I started crying. Not easily do these eyes shed tears yet it is today you have made me cry. for your voice is sweet and your narration most excellent.

[@NerdoftheRings]

You compliment me with your kind words! There is a beauty even in the sad moments with Tolkien. 😊

[@deanzaZZR]

@@NerdoftheRings And the saddest tale of men, at least to me, is the Tale of the Children of Húrin.

[@bikinibandit2398]

If you cry at fiction, you cry easily.

[@damiendurakovic843]

@@bikinibandit2398 That's the dumbest thing I've heard in a while.

[@MMAisTHEbestSPORT08]

@@bikinibandit2398 If you hide your emotions you are unfortunately a victim of toxic masculinity. Men don't cry, but legends do.

[@hobbitassassin1]

Faramir EASILY got the best deal after the war. He got himself a kick ass witch king killing wife, the most beautiful land in the west, had a kid named after him and gained HUGE honor from every realm in middle earth after years of rejection and torment from his father. THATS MY BOI! Edit: new subscriber and loving your vids lad! Huge thanks to yourself 👍

[@SantomPh]

He deserved it, after Aragorn he is the most "Dunedain" of any man alive after the War.

[@jamesbalbutin6796]

I hate his father Curse you Denethor!!!!!!!!!!

[@micekkc]

What about the never ending psychiatrist bills for his PTSD of his father trying to burn him alive? And he also lost a brother along the way, and Orcs in Osgiliath bacially ragdolled him back to Minas Tirith

[@drikocarvalho]

he married with eowin too

[@JainaSoloB312]

Faramir is such a fantastic character, and he marries an equally fantastic character! '"Not if I found it on the highway would I take it" I said.' Such self-control is rare indeed among men! And Éowyn proves to be one of the biggest badasses of the age, with the strength not only to be a warrior, but to, after unparalleled success, (seriously, nobody defeats a more impressive combatant in all of the Third Age unless you count Gandalf killing the Balrog) reject that calling for more noble pursuits. They both forsake the romance of violence within their cultures and instead focus on bringing and preserving life. Together they form a powerful thesis about the natures of war and peace, of power, of healthy relationships, and the value of counselors and healers.

[@Mike-oc3bn]

You put a lot of care into these, and it does not go unnoticed. Keep at it!

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Thanks so much! And thank you for watching/subscribing!

[@RichAllen3242]

100 percent agree, like Mike said keep at it buddy 👍🏻

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One does not simply miss another awesome video of NOTR😌

[@JusShane]

yea but the accent and some of the pronunciations are so cringe!! my god!

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@@NerdoftheRings , thank you for your hard work into this channel. I'm new here but immediately subscribed after watching the first video ! This channel is going to explode when LOTR comes out on Amazon Prime next year, the growth will be astronomical ! All the best to you and keep up the good work, it is much appreciated 😊

[@CarolineR8121]

I always heard that Arwen had lived the rest of her days in deep pain after the loss of Aragon. But with how you described it, it seemed to be a few months of reflection and morning. It wasn't necessarily easy. But it was rather a time for Arwen to find peace so that she may leave the world in a state of tranquility rather than in a deep pain. For the gift of man to be barrable to a person who had only known Immortality. I find that quite beautiful to be honest.

[@nancydemoss7904]

Arwen's father told her that Aragorn would die and she would be left alone and have a deep sadness. This was when Arwen's father was trying to get her to leave with the others to board the boat that would take her far away. Safe from all harm. Sorry, I'm forgetting the name of Arwen's father.

[@EvieKng]

@@nancydemoss7904 Elrond

[@monsterslayer4317]

That's nice, Caroline.

[@concept5631]

@@nancydemoss7904 Elrond.

[@offworlder1]

@@nancydemoss7904 Probably the biggest dick move be did but it was to keep his daughter with him. He loved Aragon like a son but every father is going to want his little girl to survive the longest time possible. Still he did tell her the other future when she returned and made sure she had the best life post immortality possible.

[@BulletproofMeatFlaps]

I'm not crying, you're crying

[@loneronin6813]

We're all crying, my friend :')

[@zule2098]

"I will not say: do not weep; for not all tears are an evil" :)

[@ahmarelvirgio823]

Are you crying ? Hahahaha I think I’m crying 😢

[@iagreebut2075]

The ending was so sad yet so beautiful 😞

[@lukasvarga9584]

I know i am 😭

[@amanghin]

Aragorn's farewell to Arwen is one of the most powerful moments in all of Tolkien's writings. The Lord of the Rings, all of His works, are more than just fantasy; the elves and ork, and battles and magic. They are an epic of mankind's travel through life, and joy and sorrow, struggle, defeat and triumph. And in the end, inevitable death. The final lesson Tolkien teaches us is not to fear death, for death is not the end of it all. Fear of death and the senseless pursuit of immortality are what doomed Numenor, the greatest weapons in the hands of Evil to twist our minds, our actions. In his final days, during his hardest trial, Aragorn shows as much wisdom as he's ever shown valor and courage in his life, accepting at last the gift of Eru to his secondborn sons, men. The Halls of Mandos await for all of us, one day, and then... on.

[@TheRuddster95]

to be exact I think Men don't even go to Mandos, it's an unknown even to the Valar! Beautiful words though

[@Bleiser3]

@@TheRuddster95 they do stop at mandos but they soon after that leave to whatever place Eru has for them

[@czcrossman]

Very well said. What a beautiful story.

[@katematthews1771]

damn

[@liamdenise246]

I like to imagine the valar, being so moved by the tale of love between Aragorn and Arwen, as well as all the good that had come from their union, allowed them to be reunited in their afterlife, maybe even allowed in the afterlife to see their friends again and then in the new Arda they were together once more, free of the bitterness of death.

[@kaiserberserk3622]

Arwen chose the Gift of Men and I guess she will part ways and go to the mysterious place where the souls of humans go after death and reunite with Aragorn there.

[@shanejohannes2783]

Valar don't have the power to decide where men go when they die. There's a reason manwe allows elves in his kingdom but not men who have been destined for a place much fairer than the Undying Lands

[@TerribleTom113]

​@shanejohannes2783 That would be why OP said "I like to imagine...." 🤦‍♀️

[@samwisegamgee8318]

hear that boys? Im a mayor!

[@robbieshand6139]

Well that's an eye-opener and no mistake!

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We always Vote for you...❤️

[@kimbob5]

Make second breakfast a necessity!

[@samwisegamgee8318]

@@kimbob5 I'll be instituting mandatory second breakfasts as well as lembas bread hour in the afternoons.

[@royrenouf4530]

We elected you 6 times

[@conciencia21]

Young man, whoever you are, I am sobbing. You have done a professional job of the highest calibre at bringing Tolkien to youtube to share with the masses. I am a full grown man and do not cry that often or easily. Indeed, Tolkien is more relevant today than ever, if anything, here lies one his gifts to the world "Aragorn's farewell". How can his words touch the deepest corners of my heart and open the flood gates in my eyes. Young man continue your work, The world needs this type of healing specially now. How ironic, Tolkien created middle earth to heal himself and here he is through his written word helping us heal ourselves during this troubling times. Great work.

[@Levi-tm4gl]

My siblings and I were watching The Fellowship of the Ring one time, when my dad (who hates fantasy and fictional movies) comes downstairs and watches the movie with us for a while. I believe he started watching during the scenes in Bree and he watched for about 20-30 minutes. As he stood up to leave he said, "That guy is a badass" I find it very cool that Aragorn was depicted so well in the movies that even a guy who knows absolutely nothing about the story, instantly understands that Aragorn is in deed a badass.

[@touchmoss]

didn’t expect to be sobbing by the end of this video. well done

[@Graham222]

Would love to see a spinnoff show with karl urban and viggo going around fighting battles together

[@SantomPh]

No. Just use your imagination or write a fanfic. I do not understand why people demand these things. So stupid.

[@Wustenfuchs109]

@Zetta dotta Not in a today's climate unfortunately. That is why it is better to be left alone. You don't want current climate in films and series taking charge of such a project. Look at the Hobbit. It was the same director, Peter Jackson. But the Hobbit trilogy was... let's not get salty. But it shows how in current climate even the same people can't make the film of the same quality, even when they want to. That's why it is better to just leave it be.

[@gunner4ever924]

@@Wustenfuchs109 I don't get why Hobbit triology receives so much hate. It was pretty good to me.

[@gordianknot6867]

@@gunner4ever924 The hobbit seemed fine to me as-well. It wasn’t the same story so of course it won’t feel the same.

[@rkh7360]

@@gunner4ever924 it was good on its own. But compared to LOTR, it paled. Mainly because it was dragged out - one book forcefully made into a trilogy would do that no doubt. The casting of handsome dwarves was not very accurate I feel. Not to mention that love story with an elf, which never happened. Also, evangeline lily just didn't look elf like.

[@xanderallen9272]

An elvish arrow straight to the feels. Good job!

[@NerdoftheRings]

As I was writing the script for this video and got to that section, I couldn't help but think - "Man, this is emotional! And this is just in the appendices!"

[@xanderallen9272]

@@NerdoftheRings I’ve got so much back into LOTR now partly thanks to these videos. Can’t wait to see some children of hurin stuff!!!

[@NerdoftheRings]

I’ll definitely have some CoH stuff! It’s one of my favorites!

[@fredericsarkis8896]

it pisses me off how something can be that perfect, leaving me with tears and a torrent of emotions every time I hear or watch something related to it. We owe Tolkien so much.

[@ColoradoStreaming]

Its crazy to think that a lot of the initial writings for LOTR where when Tolkien was sick from the trenches of WWI and that sickness was the only reason he survived while almost all his childhood friends died in the war. He fought at the front lines of the Battle of the Somme for 5 days and many say that the desolate, crater pocked land of Mordor is based on the scenes of that battle in WWI. I believe the Dead Marshes were also inspired by all the bodies that were strewn about at the Somme and many were never recovered (Including his best friend, Ralph Stuart "the Baby" Payton ). The Ring Wraiths and the lasting horror of encountering them almost make them like the personification of the true horror of war and the lasting psychological damage. Its somber to think the horror and sorrow Tokein went through and how that helped shape his books and how real the emotions are when you read them.

[@premiumbackgroundmusic]

God damn, now I want a series of Aragorn and Eomers battles and the growth of these kingdoms after LotR, if done right, it would put GoT to shame.

[@iqramcheonn1249]

Got will never succeed LOTR you know..

[@premiumbackgroundmusic]

@@iqramcheonn1249 Never said it would, I just thought that period would make an interesting show.

[@hazardeur]

they would fuck it up for sure

[@jdog7797]

The _7 seasons_ of *GOT* wasn't too bad, I don't know what your talking about.

[@PikeBishop1]

@@jdog7797 Uh more like 4 or 5. It was a nosedive after the hacks running the show ran out of book material. Most understand this.

[@foolproofman]

In the end, outside of any prying eyes, they met beyond the borders of Arda. Such was the gift of Illuvatar that most do not understand until this very day. And so in this, the music of Ainur was enriched by beauty and sorrow unimaginable, so that even the most distant stars and the very Void itself were moved.

[@pablomaster4225]

Man, the way you tell the story with this music in the background and the dialog between Arwen and Aragorn completely broke me into tears . There is no better love story ever created. If only Vigo and Liv made behind the scenes read out in their outfits in the evening light with the fireplace and torches in the background. Id pay 100$ just to see this 5 minute clip. They were just perfect cast for their roles. Anyway man, this is one of the best contents on youtube, keep up the good work!! Subscribed!

[@NerdoftheRings]

Thanks so much my friend! And thanks for subscribing!

[@nostalgicbliss5547]

Bruh this makes me want to go watch the movies again lol. The music in LOTR is just a masterpiece.

[@JC-qg9gr]

For goodness sake I'm crying my eyes out at the parting words of Aragorn and Arwen. This channel really puts in the effort

[@themetroidprime]

An image of the splendor of the Kings of Men in glory undimmed before the breaking of the World.

[@sarahferguson0]

❤❤❤

[@Hopeforhumans]

Never fails to give me goosebumps

[@virnan]

What I find amazing is how Tolkien came up with the names which are elegant such as Elessar, Mindolluin, Mithrandir contrasted with rough sounding names like Ugluk, Shagrat, etc.

[@stevensauls2013]

He was a linguist who not only spoke many languages (including several archaic languages), but also studied them and was constantly nit-picking about what made them unique... In addition to that, one of the main reasons he didn't fully flesh out his canonical languages was because they were constructed only to *sound* good and not to be functional languages.

[@FredThePhoenix]

Wait a minute... my parents didn't sign the permission slip for this feels trip :(

[@TemplerOO7]

I think it's quite sad Aragorn and Frodo don't see each other again, Aragon doesn't visit the Shire until after Frodo had left. Same for Bilbo, the last time he saw Aragorn was in Rivendell in the fellowship of the ring.

[@ds4629]

Yeah indeed, I would like to see a list of our heroes and when they all last saw one another. It's so sad to think about. I hate goodbyes

[@12classics39]

@@ds4629The Fellowship’s parting at Isengard was officially the last time Frodo and Gandalf ever saw Aragorn. The Grey Havens was the last time they saw Merry and Pippin. Years later, they reunited with Sam in the West, and possibly Legolas and Gimli too since they also sailed. We don’t know if Frodo and Sam were still alive when the Elf and Dwarf arrived, but they might’ve been. Sam’s last confirmed meeting with Aragorn was in Gondor with Rosie and Elanor, but perhaps they met halfway and got to say a last goodbye when Sam set out for the Grey Havens, which was also Sam’s last parting from Merry and Pippin. Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli were all either residents of Gondor or frequent visitors when Merry and Pippin retired there, so they probably all saw each other a lot. And Legolas and Gimli stuck around until Aragorn died.

[@kastorstudios801]

Gandalf: King Elassar stands alone! King Eromer: Not alone Rohirrim!

[@datadavis]

Big big brain

[@nickdavila94]

Damn when Arwen said she understood why the numenoreans fell... That hit

[@pratiksrma3728]

Can you please elaborate?

[@shiezer682]

@@pratiksrma3728 Númenor fell when they rebelled against the immortal world. Númenor sank into the ground and only a handful of Númenorean men managed to escape or were already in middle earth. Aragorn was one of their descendants.

[@peteg475]

@@pratiksrma3728 Part of Numenors rebellion was bitterness at the fact that they are Men that must die, while the Elves and the Valar are immortal and tied to the Earth. The Kings of Numenor (under Sauron's influence) viewed Death as some kind of unfair curse - being forced to grow old and leave the world and go somewhere mysterious and unknown, so they rebelled by trying to invade Valinor to become immortal themselves. The Elves kept trying to tell them "It's not a curse, it's just how God made you, and I'm sure it's for a good reason." They weren't convinced, and it all went bad. Arwen finally understands the bitterness of the natural death of a loved one for the first time. So she has some kind of an emotional window into the desperate weakness of Numenor.

[@memento5113]

@@peteg475 Death and mortality was the gift offered to men. Not easy to understand, but death is natural and we will be with our maker soon. Elves was not this lucky and was seperated from God and instead took to nature for guidance. Elves took the moral high ground in life, Men got the high ground in death, forever.

[@memento5113]

Also Boromir understood this, he tells Frodo to not carry the burden of the dead. When Boromir died he became one with the gods, forever at peace.

[@noahr4951]

I freaking love Aragorn. He is my favorite character.

[@elvielvi4722]

Soviet enthem intensified

[@TheBittersweetFox]

Dude< why am i crying? this world is so alive, still breathing. Not a single fantasy setting is like this. Aragorn was always my idol, my hero, my king...

[@Lasercatss]

Honestly…for people who have never delved into the many works, lore and readings…you are absolutely amazing. The detail you describe is phenomenal. Thank you for the awesome videos 😃

[@NerdoftheRings]

Thanks so much!

[@Lasercatss]

@@NerdoftheRings just speaking the truth 😀

[@billpampos]

This is the best narration ive ever heard in my life,gave the story the emotional gratitude it deserves. Excellent job from someone who loves and respects the lore as it deserves!

[@ofb1583]

That was beautifully done, "Estel" at the end, genuinely moving. An old man now with 15 of the books, I shed more than a single tear, despite the marring of a ancient tale by a novel accent. Those that have left these lands to the lesser sons of the second children of Eru Illuvatar, honour the old alliances even if, they are fading memories for those who remain.

[@leighs966]

This one really made me tear up and by that I mean full on bawling.. Aragorn's death, Merry and Pippin laid next to Aragorn, Arwen and as you said "giving up her life" it's all too much!! 😭

[@user-ko1rd8up8l]

Great episode! Brought me to tears!

[@NerdoftheRings]

It's such a moving story of when Aragorn lays down his life. It's amazing the quality of things you can find in the appendices!

[@yourbigheadcousin5434]

I've watched a lot of these videos from various channels and while they're all obviously huge fans and admirers, none treat the material with such passion and endearment.

[@NerdoftheRings]

Thank you so much! So glad my love of this world comes through in the videos. And thank you for watching!

[@marionbaggins]

That was lovely Mellon, Just Lovely...Aragorn did so much post his Return as the King of his Kingdom!!!

[@roseheartfire]

That really touched my heart and made me tear up. To die in such a special place, yet in such lonelyness. It makes my heart ache.

[@paulguest3674]

I cannot remember now where I read this but there was an "unofficial" version of Eldarions reign that Tolkien had apparently spoken to somebody about, that he would reign with the dignity and splendour of his father, with the wisdom and grace of his mother but not confined by the evil that defined their lives. Essentially that he'd rule as a great ruler, much like his father, but with light behind him, not shadow. I find that very comforting for some reason, that even though Aragon would rule in the likeness of the Greatest Numenorean Kings he still witnessed that Evil and had to defeat it, somewhat a bitter sweet life and rule, something that his descendants wouldn't have bearing down on them.

[@SantomPh]

Tolkien thought of writing a sequel called the New Shadow but cancelled it.

[@qwertyTRiG]

It's astonishing how this story can still make me cry.

[@figotlatenby588]

"As wicked fools i scorned them, but i pity them at last" - The Gift Of Iluvatar.

[@the_king_of_kings_3413]

Damn, those 2 are the highest pinnacle of marriage goals I have ever seen. I miss Tolkien, I miss this story. It’s been so long since I went back to your content, and wow, what a video to come back to…

[@KrimNL10DenZ]

I've been watching this channel nonstop for the past 2 hours. I'm learning things I never knew I wanted to know! These videos are SO good! You just earned yourself another sub!

[@rook1513]

I truly appreciate you highlighting this little known part of the history of Middle-earth. Also, it was beautifully edited. However, to quote Hamfast Gamgee, "I have a bone to pick with you, in a manner of speaking, if I may make so bold." Not only were the Mayor and the Thain made counsellors, the Master of Buckland (Merry) was as well. Keep up the good work.

[@AquilesPelia]

You, SOAB, you made me cry like a baby when reading Aragorn and Arwen farewell. Oh, my. Thank you :_) ... You made a beautiful job here ...

[@bradyweed4124]

It’s stories like these that remind me how beautiful and rich Tolkien’s world and characters are

[@cwslim]

I found this channel by accident when watching videos about Tom Bombadil. You've had me hooked since! The amount of care and time you put into the content is so impressive and appreciated. Lately I've been putting on one of your videos while I'm driving like an audiobook in the background lol, keep it up. Loving it!!!!

[@NerdoftheRings]

That's awesome! As a huge audiobook fan myself, I love that I could give you a fun way to spend your drive!

[@plaguebearerbob8882]

The love of Arwen and Aragorn is one of the most beautiful things ever committed to word

[@manuela1986]

In sorrow we must go but not in despair ♥️💔😢 I keep coming back for that last part of Aragorn saying his last goodbye to Arwen 💔

[@pulsare.m.6719]

I adore Aragorn so much. My the most beloved fictional character. And his love for Arwen is the beauty.

[@myteatime2836]

It's so bitter sweet! Didn't think I was going to cry watching this.

[@life_in_gen]

This tale fills me a bliss, for not shall I forget, the journey continues yet. Farewell nor ye, the end has not set. Thank thee for peace may endure the realm of all who holds breath.

[@kristianswanda7738]

Man, that is so sweet and yet so sad at the very end

[@loneronin6813]

Honestly, I see it as beautiful but not exactly sad. I'm not saying you're wrong or that you should see it my way, only that I look at it a bit differently. To my eyes, their sacrifices for one another, fatal though they were, just shows how enduring their love for one another was and always will be, even though they have passed on. There is nothing more uplifting than those who choose to spend their lives together in love even though the span of their time in the physical world is shortened. In the end, they chose a short life together rather than an eternal one apart. Throughout the last moments of her life, Arwen reminisced with her mind and heart looking back on the happiest days of her existence before letting go of her last mortal breath in a restful peace. I can't think of many ways to leave this life better than that.

[@kristianswanda7738]

@@loneronin6813 its just simply beautiful

[@loneronin6813]

@@kristianswanda7738 Absolutely! :D Thanks for reading my comment by the way :) I sometimes have a habit of rambling so I hope that I didn't do too much of that in this case XD Anyway, I hope that you're doing well and that everything goes your way.

[@kristianswanda7738]

@@loneronin6813 of course!! You took the time to reply to mine so i replied to yours haha. You were just explaining why its a beautiful story so you didnt ramble in my opinion. I hope you are doing well too😊 stay safe ^~^

[@loneronin6813]

@@kristianswanda7738 Aww well thank you so much! ^__^

[@Trezc0]

I only just found this channel. I have to admit....i wasn't prepared. You have a fantastic way of narrating, and I enjoyed every single second of this. Thank you for this treasure.

[@Spear-ßearer]

My hope is that someone will make a sequel covering the lives post ring with equal fortitude as you have so masterfully presented them. I was moved. To me, there is no story better told than one of a life well lived.

[@SantomPh]

Oh no. Just please use your own imagination

[@Ms.MD7]

Thank you for the visuals esp the MAP! It helps so much. I've been a fan of Tolkien's work since I was a kid, so glad there's channels like this.

[@AH-nu5nk]

I’m new to your channel, and I must say your videos are wonderful and have helped me appreciate the world of Tolkien even more! The presentation, the depth, and the passion you obviously put into them are excellent. :-)

[@NerdoftheRings]

Thanks so much! Glad you are enjoying the channel. Always great to know the work is enjoyed by viewers!

[@alonzov7582]

Fully wiping my eyes after this. Brilliant. Appreciate all the work you put into your channel!!!

[@NerdoftheRings]

Thanks so much! Glad you are enjoying the channel!

[@richardsrichards2984]

"Estel estel!!"What an ending befitting the last numenorian king ...Hope

[@trueart7411]

Holy crap bro. This actually made me tear up and choke up pretty bad my man. The LOTR is dear to my heart and I absolutely love the series. Arwen's and Aragon's love story is the epitome of perfection in Medieval Fantasy fiction! You did an AWESOME JOB in this video bro. You just gained a new Notified-Bell Subscriber! :) Plus you got a like to homie!

[@NerdoftheRings]

So glad you enjoyed it! Welcome to the channel! 😁

[@trueart7411]

@@NerdoftheRings No, thank you sir! I appreciate it. I will be watching more of your videos today for sure. :) Have a great day and Merry Christmas!

[@sarahferguson0]

So beautiful. I have always loved his story. Not too proud to say this brought a tear. Excellent telling. Thank you.

[@Boots3962]

its crazy how deep, detailed the LOTR universe it, is sad we cant explore more through movies anymore...... LOTR will always remain the most epic tale for me. Its sad but in a happy way.

[@tedwhite9176]

U know there making a TV series

[@Boots3962]

@@tedwhite9176 yea its more the fact Tolkien estate aren't releasing anymore movies

[@georgerafa5041]

@@tedwhite9176 given Amazon's recent history I have zero faith that the show will be good. Woke garbage, guaranteed

[@ds4629]

@@georgerafa5041 and so it was!

[@chrisbond4481]

Hey dude, just found your channel a week or so ago. Binged all the content. Ready for more. Really love the Tolkien reading you do. Keep up the good work!

[@Jasongy827]

Had that feeling again, when Frodo and Gandalf departs to the land of Aman. The fellowship is spiritually there not physically

[@Football0Lover]

Emotional episode, loved it brother

[@absolutevulnerability443]

This is amazing!!! Thank you so much. Helps add so much more depth to the series. As mostly just a movie-watcher, I deeply appreciate this.

[@stevebton]

I have to say that this was excellent. I have tears in my 54 year old blokes eyes.

[@TheElMuffin]

I see lots of awful stuff in my line of work, and in the world. This, Tolkien's world, and the love of the people who care for it... this makes it bearable.

[@jimmyvlogs416]

Not gonna lie, this was made so well that it put tears to my eyes. Great. My King ❤

[@francodambolena]

That picture reminds me of his movie "The Road"... every time I watch your videos, as well as when I watch the whole saga from time to time, I have this unnatural nostalgic feeling that lingers for days....

[@thelordofthememes8702]

Man... I just wanted to see the 4K disc set. I saw your video and said “Waiit... I saw this channel in my recommend. Let’s take a look!” As a Middle Earth fan I really enjoyed bro. Keep up!

[@NerdoftheRings]

Come for the 4K review, stay for the lore. :)

[@thelordofthememes8702]

@@NerdoftheRings indeed.

[@PYRESATVARANASI]

Man.... You made me cry with this. Excellent content!

[@Fenris77]

The ending of the books as well as the movies are eye-watering indeed.

[@abdo19code]

This isn't in the lotr books

[@Fenris77]

@@abdo19code I know that, but it is still almost bittersweet just as it is in the books.

[@Feede88]

@@abdo19code what book has this story?

[@12classics39]

@@Feede88Appendix A of Return of the King

[@loneronin6813]

This video is brilliant and Nerd of the Rings, you were brilliant in it! This video is the first of your work I have seen, but I assure you it won't be the last. The way you read out the scenes between Arwen and Aragorn was truly inspired and I look forward to watching more of your content both past and future. I dearly love Tolkien's works and have since I was a child next to other tales such as King Arthur and as a writer myself, I aspire for my work to become that creative. If I'm lucky enough, one day maybe there will be someone as passionate and talented as you to speak well of my work, even if it's a hundred or so years after my own passing lol

[@mrs6544]

Man LOTR is without of a doubt the best movie series ever made

[@mirgil1964]

I have loved Tolkien for more than 35 years. You do a fine job of presenting his work. Keep up the good work.

[@missdynofire7558]

Not me crying at 20 years old 😭 I have 15 essays due Friday and yet I'm here sobbing in my FEELINGS -

[@expred]

"In sorrow we must go, but not in despair" hits the feels every time.

[@Lolas_World1]

This is such a beautiful love story. I'm in tears

[@Matoflow23]

seriously man, amazing content, been binge-watching for 2 weeks now!! keep it up!

[@rustyblade9366]

Dude... I wasn't ready for this feels trip.

[@RobinBaggett]

That dialogue between Arwen and Aragorn hit a lot harder than I expected. Great video!

[@debrarobinson2444]

I look forward to seeing your posts on the nerd of the rings! Please don’t stop posting there are so many people that love your work

[@ColoradoStreaming]

"I will not bow to some King from the South." "You know him, and he likes your beer..." One of the best lines from this part of the books.

[@noahamyot2241]

Do you know what page they say that?

[@ba-tobartc.6230]

page 632 paragraph 4

[@noahamyot2241]

@@ba-tobartc.6230 Thanks man, I'm gonna go read that page again

[@ba-tobartc.6230]

you are welcome man! glad to help you :D

[@williamstolley2165]

You brought me to tears. Very moving and quite exquisite.

[@el_tabarnako9224]

Man this video made a lot of dust fall in my eyes

[@hamzabocquet4478]

Well done friend !! Those who are the « Ever Followers » of the great JRR TOLKIEN, like if also all OF US, MUST say goodbye to this wonderful world, in witch, we feel like home, everywhere, in Middle Earth. !! I know, it’s a world « of imagination »........ But « imagination », has never been so real . So, see you, maybe, in Edoras, or Minas Tirith, the Shire, or Dol Amroth. Tolkieninerim

[@Kiki-il6mn]

I have tears in my eyes. Thank you so much for these detailed short stories.

[@endermanwithalowercasee]

Honestly, the story of Éomer and Aragorn leading their forces into the East and South to route out the last of Sauron's forces among the Easterlings and Haradrim, with the actors from the trilogy coming back, would make a sequel or two, maybe a two part film, I'd be totally down for. Seeing the last grasps of evil being defeated, and seeing the East and South of Middle Earth in full glory would be fantastic if done well. Maybe if War of the Rohirrim is good and a success we could get another animated film about that. That, or the Battle of Dale during the War of the Ring, both would be great to see in either animation or live action. If, that is, it's done well.

[@arozes8324]

I shed a tear at the end because it the end of a fantastic fantasy world and those words were so beautiful. What a great video!

[@RicardoSanchez-es5wl]

Amazing and nostalgic so many chilling feelings throughout the entire lord and story 🥲. The story of lord of the rings reminds me of my mortality and the mortality of all those I love and inspires me to spend each day as though it is the last

[@SueK2001]

This part of the Appendices always makes me cry, especially how Arwen fares afterwards.

[@apollion888]

I last read that text 30 years ago and it was like I read it yesterday

[@egonieser]

I have made it a life long oath to read (or at least audiobook) the whole of Tolkien's literature at least once a year every year, it's something I can't do without at this point. Done it for 10 years now and with every reading, I always learn something I've missed, some detail I've not picked up although I can pass as a junior Tolkien Scholar at this point already and still find something new to learn.

[@sethdallen]

Incredible video, thank you for making it. I don't think I will ever be able to fully appreciate all that Tolkien gave us in these works but videos like yours and others bring it all closer to the heart.