The Quest of Beleg Cúthalion | The Children of Húrin: Tolkien's First Age Explained - Part 6 of 13

[@torontocitizen6802]

“No wrong answers except for Feanor”. That made me laugh out loud while on public transit.

[@Helletirme]

Haha, I think Celegorm and Curufin are also wrong answers.

[@Scarlett_Rose_JD]

​@@Helletirme Came to say this! 😂😂

[@Scarlett_Rose_JD]

@Toronto Citizen Hello from 100km down the road in Niagara Falls!

[@b_lea]

​@@HelletirmeAnd Eol clearly😂

[@oguzhanenescetin5702]

Maeglin laughs in treachary

[@GeorgeZain]

The death of Beleg is one of the most stupefying moments in the entire legendarium. Reading that section is enough to bring a tear to the eye. As beautifully written as it is tragic.

[@richardjohansen5371]

Dude...Turin's entire story can be summed up in the following words: "But wait...it gets worse!"

[@tomk537]

Another example of why I love this Tolkien channel most of all - the small diversion to discuss - and speculate a bit - that Beleg being fatherless contextualizes his deep connection to the young Turin - I always sort of wondered about why he loved Turin so much - perhaps he was healing his own pain and loss through a surrogate son? Lovely speculation for sure

[@Inertia888]

Fantastic story telling, and a talent for bringing us in to the world of the characters, for sure. Other little things too, like the cadence, delivery, and gentleness of his voice, make it easy to fall into, and get absorbed in the pictures that are flowing through my mind.

[@12classics39]

I’ve always headcanonned Beleg as a somewhat younger Elf who saw in Túrin not a surrogate son, but simply a kindred spirit with whom he shared a mutual understanding of the loss of a father.

[@thatcrossfitdude]

The videos that are over 60 mins have got a special feel to it. When I started this video, my girlfriend went like “Haven’t you already read the whole book (COH) that you’re watching/listening-to a whole video on one of the chapters?” 😂😂😂 Laugh is all I could manage because they wouldn’t understand. Heck, I wouldn’t understand if I didn’t discover works of Professor Tolkien early in my life AND developed an appreciation of his works. Only Tolkien fans would understand. As always, thanks Dave ❤

[@chrisschmalhofer4348]

Re: the number of maimed and disabled heroes and legends in the Legendarium. I’ve said something like this back in one of the Beren/Luthien videos, but I can’t help thinking that Tolkien’s experiences in war led him to include such details. Including, I might add, the fact that all of these heroes are still able to do mighty things once they recover. WWI was especially brutal in how many soldiers on both sides survived their wounds only to be permanently maimed; to the point that plastic surgery as we know it today was pretty much invented at this time. I choose to see it as Tolkien’s way of saying “yes, your wounds are great; but your life is not over and there is yet still great hope and possibility for you.”

[@starsapphire156]

Beleg is one of my favourite elves in the whole of the Legendarium. It's sad many don't know how awesome and devoted he was. I also love the line 'son of the wilderness, who wist no sire', it's so evocative! I thought it meant he was one of the original elves but you are right in that this would be odd. It's hard to describe Beleg as he is of course one of the most impressive elves but he has a devoted, earthy quality that makes him seem more Mannish. It's sad to see him get so embroiled in Morgoth's Curse but I don't think he would have had it any other way if it meant fulfilling his love and duty. I always imagine it must be hard for an elf so involved in human lives to end up in Valinor amongst the Valar and Vanyar who had never encountered the Younger Children of Eru and realise that you might never see your mortal friends again. I imagine Beleg would have many things to say to Finrod about this in later Ages.

[@maryeckel9682]

I can see them spending a lot of time together comparing notes and speculating on the future

[@seanmcardle1486]

Men may fear death, and envy the immortality of the elves, however many elves envy men for being mortal and one day receiving the gift of being with Iluvatar, which elves will never be able to know.

[@ianmacdiarmid1249]

Coffee, cinnamon raisin bagel, and a new Tolkien Untangled video. Father's Day weekend is off to a great start.

[@theboyGCH]

This series has been done amazingly. This channel is definitely for the experience Tolkien fan....if I ever come into a billion dollars you'll be running your own first age TV series...except I'm just a construction worker, so don't hold your breath

[@richardjohansen5371]

Beleg and Finrod are definitely in the top 5...but for me Fingolfin is number 1...the sheer cajones on Fingolfin to ride up on Morgoth's front lawn, quite literally and call him out is probably the most badass moment in all of fiction, let alone in Tolkien's works.

[@dannyc.3382]

Gwyndor breaks the top ten after this episode. had forgotten about him. He gets to the front steps of Morgoth. lol.

[@haleyschreiter9746]

That revelation in the lightning left one of the most vivid impressions upon my first reading of the Silmarillion. Never a doubt in my mind that you would do justice to that unforgettable moment!

[@delichonnl7744]

A great retelling of the tragic story, Dave. Not all artists have realised that Gwindor lost one hand, as seen in the illustrations.

[@ghostdog3566]

I JUST said something about this lol

[@robertherring9277]

😊😊

[@davidhermans4002]

Well done David of Many Colours! Two thumbs up from me and a paw up from Samwise The Not So Brave!

[@benjamingabriel4930]

"When Tolkien closes a Beren, he opens a Gwindoor" best line of all your videos so far.

[@Claego]

I needed a little humor injected in there

[@NuTfielDRobErT]

Yet again another cracking episode, the bit by the lake when he burst into tears is so very moving, absolutely brilliant stuff.

[@Orovingwen]

Amazing story telling as always! I always wondered on some Tolkien friendships if they weren't a kind of love not lived as if it would be lived today. The mistake a friend for a foe situation reminded me of how Frodo saw Sam for a brief moment upon his rescue from the orcs. Though Frodo thankfully did not slay Sam. I always assumed that Gwindor took on Turin as part of his healing. It is not uncommon to be strong for another to cope with one's own issues.

[@astridchladek1927]

Keep watching … what else would I do? At home for the second day, with an ill child…🥴 but then, a new video by my absolute favourite Tolkien content creator 😍 Rainbow 🌈Dave strikes again and now all will be good! Your videos are uplifting! You always manage to put a smile on my face! Thank you so much for all the effort you put into your work! Watching is pure joy…. So, I repeat: keep watching, what else would I do? 😉😊❤️

[@tolkienuntangled]

Thank you very much!

[@calebklingerman7902]

“There are no weong answers except for Feanor.” Classic. That’s why my favorite elf is probably Maedhros. Indeed he is Feanor, one might say, Feanor as he should have been.

[@FinrodFelagundTheFair]

Ah, Maehdros. What a great Elf indeed. He WAS Feanör as he COULD have been. That is the only difference I would say. Not should have been. But, he could have been. It was within Feanör to be just as great and honorable as his son. He CHOSE not to. And it's a huge difference. I know it seems I am playing semantics here, but hear me out. Feanör knew about Melkor. Knew Melkor's ways and still allowed himself to fall prey to it due to his pride (Pride comes before the fall they say) and unyielding nature. Once Feanör got something in his mind there was no shaking it loose. He'd hold onto it as if it was a grudge he couldn't kick( which it was, but I digress) In the end it was his own pride and haughty behavior that brought him to Melkor's level. In my humble opinion.

[@intenzityd3181]

Maedhros didn't achieve a fraction of what Feanor did, nor did his evil deeds have such justification.

[@FinrodFelagundTheFair]

@intenzityd3181 And that is an opinion you are having. Maehdros didn't have the luxury of sitting in Valinor. Maehdros had to fight for everything in Beleriand. Also, Maehdros didn't commit atrocious acts like Curufin and Celegorm. He made some questionable decisions, but never atrocities like shooting an arrow at Lúthien or trying to steal Nargothrond from me.

[@Dahnyule]

Truly there is noone better to capture and illustrate the utterly tragic magnitude of this Tolkein tale than you Dave. A veritable honorary student of the professor himself, your understanding is impeccable and really portrays well the subtle machinations of Morgoths power in how this curse manifests as the simple yet terrible misfortunes of a flawed character. Each moment of grief and defeat and loss seemingly exclusive yet all tied together by a power of malicious fate unseen yet ever present in Turins life. Another beautiful video as always!

[@tolkienuntangled]

Thanks, very much appreciated!

[@andy313131313136]

​@@tolkienuntangledhey great vide, I wonder what Feyanor thought about the dwarves? The part where you speak of the lamps made me think of the Crystal lamps of Kaz-a-dûm. Personally I imagine he might not like the Dwarves at first. But I Imagine that he would have become friends with Durin the deathless. What do you think?

[@GreatGreebo]

Excellent video. Depressing and heartbreaking , as are most the stories in this part of Tolkien’s writing. Cheers and thank you R.D.

[@theysisossenthime]

I get so excited every time I see a new video posted. I love Tolkien's work, but Rainbow Dave always pulls things together that I missed on my reads. Cannot wait for the next video.

[@TrueBronzo]

Great insight into Gwindor's character! I never drew the parallels between his past and his chance at redemption. He helped Beleg save his brother, as he understood what it felt like to lose his own. Excellent video as always Rainbow Dave. Can't wait for the next one!

[@priscillachung-hacker5923]

Thanks so much for doing The Children of Hurin series, I am enjoying it immensely and look forward to each new episode with great anticipation. The friendship of Beleg and Turin is in my opinion, one of the greatest in the Legendarium, made even more poignant due to its incredibly heartbreaking end. I was moved to tears by your superb storytelling. I just love and appreciate Tolkien Untangled so very much, by far the best Tolkien channel on KZbin. You should be very proud of what you have accomplished Rainbow Dave.

[@tolkienuntangled]

Thank you very much!

[@AlejandroBetancourtweb]

What an amazing narrative! Such an intense chain of events that marks the end of the most outstanding friendship of middle earth's history and what the consequences of that event will hold for the future in the hands of a complicated man wielding a complicated weapon! Another epic video RD!

[@tolkienuntangled]

Thank you very much!

[@lilyrogers3820]

Yes my favourite from when I was a child and watching you video was really a nice reminder…because he captures the true meaning of honour.

[@ZephyrOptional]

Your story telling is fantastic and brings a whole new level of engagement to these beautiful and tragic tales. The most awesome elf is obviously Gil-galad. No, wait, it’s Elrond, but only if you don’t count Galadriel. But of course her brother Finrod is the best! Except for Fingolfin. But I’ve always loved Beleg the best! I think Tolkien love Beleg especially. He’s the only elf he ever clearly drew himself. Drawing elves is very difficult. I’ve drawn Beleg, Thingol, Luthian, Glorfindal, Eleond, Galadriel, Celebrimbor, and Ciradan, and they are hard to get right.

[@anonymousdogooder]

Always loved Beleg. Tolkien clearly valued friendship in the same way the ancients did in terms of virtue. It is a sad thing that that virtue is in tatters now until perhaps its value is relearned in a time of crisis and snaps back like a rubber band.

[@GreatGreebo]

*Team Glorfindel* p.s. I literally laughed out loud when you said “No wrong answers except for Feanör” . Thank you Rainbow Dave!

[@DC-ps3kn]

Superlative again, Rainbow Dave. I was both dreading and looking forward to this one. Dreadful and epic and heart wrenching. Total immersion in Prof Tolkien’s Legendarium. You truly make an epic team, you and he. Thank you again.

[@WMfin]

This channel rules them all. Your insight and skill in storytelling are remarkable. I audibly said "wow" when you pointed out that Gwindor must have said word "lalaith" and how that very word might well describe those same waters when Turin's sister was named.

[@tolkienuntangled]

Thanks very much!

[@neverjabr8588]

Man if only you could make a tv series out of this !! Your the Man Dave,,,,, number one channel bar none,,,think you Sir

[@tapunyr8526]

Beleg's death at Turin's hands is one of the saddest moments in the whole story for me. When I first read it I was shocked and then cried. Great video as always, Dave

[@louisebrouillette5580]

Even though I've read COH, this story still moves me with both despair and hope. Thank you, Rainbow Dave, for being the best story-teller!

[@golwenlothlindel]

Also, Gwindor named Finduilas after Lake Ivrin: he called her Faelivrin, after the sunlight on the waters.

[@kellydavidson3379]

My internet provider has been down all day. I knew episode 6 was releasing today and I was more than a bit annoyed that I had to wait 12 (12!!) hours for my Tolkien Untangled fix. But, if I had known that the video would be focused on Beleg Cúthalion, the wait would have been impossible. 5 minutes ago my husband walked in to tell me the internet was back and I jumped up, grabbed my computer and figuratively ran to Tolkien Untangled. I am so excited because Beleg would make my top 5 Tolkien elves, for sure. Thanks Rainbow Dave! I'm only 3 minutes into the video but you have already made my day (except for the fact that I think I know how this video is ending and my good mood might be crumbling very soon).

[@Enerdhil]

Beleg is definitely one of the greatest Elves in the Legendarium. He just had the bad luck of being in Turin's life.

[@the_sylance]

I think he would disagree with you here. I think he thought of himself as fortunate. I think even in death he did not have any regrets.

[@Enerdhil]

@@the_sylance I agree. After he died, he got a free flight to the Halls of Mandos and got reembodied in record time. He is probably happily married with a kid or two.😁👍

[@FinrodFelagundTheFair]

I truly feel Beleg Cúthelion would disagree with you. The friendship that He and Turin shared is nothing short of amazing and fantastic. They shared a bond that could not be broken by anything but a combination of orc drugs(?) And the evil will of a sword. Two things outside their control. And yes, Beleg Cúthelion was rebodied quickly. Not as quickly as Glorfindel, who was rebodied within the same age AND sent back to Middle-Earth. I wasn't rebodied that quickly, either.

[@Enerdhil]

@@FinrodFelagundTheFair "Orc drugs?" I don't know where you got the idea they forced Turin to ingest drugs.🤨 He was tortured and tormented and dragged through the forest toward Angband. Beleg was killed by a man cursed by Morgoth. Yes, Anglachel had some kind of malicious spirit within it, but this time it was innocent of Beleg's blood, thought Turin himself would pay for Beleg's death at the end of his life. I would've thought Finrod spent 10 Minutes in the Halls of Mandos before being reembodied.🤔

[@tglrod]

Thanks for this Rainbow Dave. This is my favorite story in Tolkien’s legendarium. I have read this story in both the Silmarillion and the novel no less than 5 times, and, still I learned many new things from your insights. Thank you for your efforts in bringing us this amazing series.

[@DHTC888]

RAD!!! Thanx Rainbow Dave!! ❤💛💚💙💜 I never get to talk much because I'm always late in the mornings but I have to take a second here to tell you that this series right here is your best work so far - it's AMAZING - best entertainment on BOTH Tolkien AND KZbin!!! I average 3-4 viewings each on these episodes so far.

[@ThunderhawkVeronicaLazerwolf]

I've watched ALL of them but this one at least a few times. And my top 5 KZbin channels. The other Tolkien channels are really good, but I feel like I'm cheating on Rainbow Dave whenever I watch them! 😄😄😄

[@DHTC888]

@@ThunderhawkVeronicaLazerwolf 🤘😃🤘

[@wobblertv8083]

Fingolfin one of the greatest warriors in all of literature. ..My favourite .

[@maoalexandros]

Beleg!!! I love him so much, he's my favourite Elf ever!!!

[@SpeakyDeak]

what a story, super tragic. Tolkien is just so good as is your untangling of his works, thank you once again

[@SaumiMahouro]

Finally it is time for the best boy Beleg! He was the one and only light in that heartbreaking story :")

[@tidcooney6273]

Beautiful, and heartbreaking. Six hours in and still so much tastiness to come. Rainbow Dave's love and empathy is the perfect companion for such a dark, sweeping tale.

[@hsheeld]

This is probably the single best playlist on yt

[@tolkienuntangled]

Thanks!

[@justindaniels2230]

Dave thank you for the superb telling of this heartbreaking tale. Your breakdowns are so insightful and well told. Thank you❤

[@CPD432]

Tri-fecta of tragedies indeed. First reading had me like, ' Why, JRRT, why?' It still smarts even after half a century.

[@nadinemottley5229]

Another masterpiece that made me laugh and cry. Brilliant ❤

[@Sandbarfight]

Amazing work brother. Thank you for all your hard work. Have a great weekend.

[@angelulopez2648]

I love this Tolkien channel. Thank you rainbow Dave 🌈

[@GhERM2SOIED72]

Named a glass-cannon spaceship "Cuthalion" in a game I like and got a new highscore (: . Much improved upon from "laser go BRRRRR".

[@magnuslekander3151]

Thanks again Rainbow Dave so much 🙏, best Tolkien storyteller online ☺️! Can`t wait for the next episode!

[@mitunparmar483]

When you said in all of Tolkien's works, Morgoth nor Sauron were ever able to use water for their deeds, it made me think how in the Rings of Power they showed the orcs digging the tunnels so that they could use water to cause Mt Doom to erupt. They clearly didn't do their research!

[@meleardil]

The only one who was referred similarly to Beleg was Iarwain Ben-Adar, in which case it was further explained by himself: "Tom was here already, before the seas were bent. He knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - BEFORE the Dark Lord came from Outside." Therefore I always interpreted it the same way. Beleg was LITERALLY without father. Sidenote: I dont think Tom is an ainur. Also, he is not a representation of Iluvatar. However, to me, ALL references point to one thing: Bombadil is the avatar of Arda ( the spirit of the Earth and the foundations of the country) Goldbery: Mother Nature (the spirit representing Life, the summary of all livin things) These are not the godly powers, not the representation of anything Valarian, but the result of it. The Hearth and Soul of the Music. Not invincible, not all powerful, but extending over and beyond any power confined to Arda except Eru. Not by ruling, but by having within.

[@kateboehler4140]

Amazing- as usual! Thanks, Dave!!

[@markkettlewell7441]

I sincerely believe from my readings that Beleg was indeed an awakened elf without a father except perhaps Eru Illuvatar. The line you quoted is unique in all the works referring to an elf. If it didn’t have a deep meaning then I doubt Tolkien would have written it. We know all the major original awakened elves and since Beleg was not mentioned, Tolkien made sure we were aware of it specifically.

[@meleardil]

The only one who was referred similarly to Beleg was Iarwain Ben-Adar, in which case it was further explained by himself: "Tom was here already, before the seas were bent. He knew the dark under the stars when it was fearless - BEFORE the Dark Lord came from Outside." Therefore I always interpreted it the same way. Beleg was LITERALLY without father. Sidenote: I dont think Tom is an ainur. Also, he is not a representation of Iluvatar. However, to me, ALL references point to one thing: Bombadil is the avatar of Arda ( the spirit of the Earth and the foundations of the country) Goldbery: Mother Nature (the spirit representing Life, the summary of all livin things) These are not the godly powers, not the representation of anything Valarian, but the result of it. The Hearth and Soul of the Music. Not invincible, not all powerful, but extending over and beyond any power confined to Arda except Eru. Not by ruling, but by having within.

[@markkettlewell7441]

@@meleardil That is an interesting analysis. Are you averring Bombadil and Goldberry (and presumably her mother) were by-products o the actual creation of Arda? It’s a good explanation since the Secret Fire of Illuvatar went into creating the ‘living’ Arda. We will never know, but in Tolkien’s creative mind everything fell into place subconsciously, that is the essence of the man’s genius. He might not have consciously known himself at the time his children’s Dutch doll was incorporated into his legendarium. As to Beleg, there is no reason why he could not have been an original awakenee (pardon the word), but I found Tolkien’s reference here compelling.

[@missiejoy]

Took me a week and a day to come back to comment. What a fantastic episode, but I cried so hard! Absolutely heartbreaking. Thank you for all you do!

[@tolkienuntangled]

Much appreciated!

[@Dan-B]

Beleg is Rainbow Dave’s celebrity crush

[@capulinamix2]

Way too epic 🤩🤩

[@ziigy4545]

You are truly a wonderful story teller! Thank you for a most enjoyable hour (or so).

[@glennlaroche1524]

Dave: no wrong answers, except for Feanor Me: but I always fall for the bad boys, tho

[@codieleath9076]

😆

[@maryeckel9682]

"I could have changed him" 😂

[@calico27]

RD, yet another awesome video! Thank you. You have become my weekly companion as I do laundry folding and putting stuff away. You make me look forward to my chores. The only problem is resisting watching your videos before it's time to do chores! Much love.

[@tolkienuntangled]

Very glad you’re enjoying them!

[@L3ggy]

Beleg Cùthalion has always been my favourite character in the Legendarium, ever since I read The Silmarillion for the first time almost 20 years ago.

[@PVH3-3]

Thanks for doing this.

[@hodgrix]

Def one of the saddest parts. It's so amazing how Tolkien builds up the tension and completely destroys you. Also I love the line Turin says when he learns of Morgoth's curse, "that I do believe"

[@Crafty_Spirit]

I have a feeling this one is not for giggles... but rather sheding tears 😢 I have to brace myself and listen nevertheless

[@Auffinaugh]

New hot take: Legolas is actually among the most mid-skilled elves in the legendarium; however even his relatively mediocre skills show how har apart the Firstborn of Illuvatar are above the mortals. I would challenge that Beleg is to Legolas in skill what Legolas is to the rest of the Fellowship; but that even in their twilight,the elves are truly a force of nature.

[@majane21]

I like the new editing work with maps! And the subtitles, though not exactly what you end up saying, are better this way. I sometimes have trouble with all the names and odd words. seeing it written down helps me follow along much better. Good work!

[@victorianguyen6620]

Dear Dave, Ive been meaning to tell you your r's are rolling beautifully! Uv been praxticing a lot! They are beautiful! 😊

[@tolkienuntangled]

Thank you very much! I have indeed been practicing!

[@Robbie_L]

Rainbow Dave, you should somehow gets rights to narrate Tolkien for books on tape… you have an epic talent and I would love to pay to have all of Tolkiens works narrated by you.

[@shyamramachandran1643]

Amazing narration!!!

[@tolkienuntangled]

Thanks!

[@carltuckerson7718]

What a pleasant surprise. But I'm getting ready to drive on a 3,000 mile road trip starting Sunday. I'm going to save this for that.

[@b_lea]

About the noldorin lamps. I think i remember them from the tale of Gondolin, when Tuor meets the two elves passing through the noldorin gate, they have this kind of light with themselves, even in the shortened Silm. version. But I might be wrong 🌚💁

[@ianheins650]

Nice work dude thanks

[@michaellovecat]

I love your telling of how epic he truly was

[@Scarlett_Rose_JD]

It makes me really, really, really, reeeeaaallly excited to see that there are now 2 hidden videos in the Children of Húrin playlist. 🤨🧐🫣🥹🤗🥳

[@JosephCarven]

Last weekend was not the same without your video.

[@SashaBaych]

Dave, the curious part is that your story does sound like it could be a great screen adaptation. I see those moments so vividly, like Beleg's death or Mim loosing his sons... I would really love to hear from you not just the story of children of Hurin, but the story as we would watch it in a series or a set of movies.

[@maryeckel9682]

I love the larger thumbnail of Beleg with the squirrel on his shoulder. It makes me think of Bob Ross...which leads me to hear his last words to Túrin as, "There are no mistakes, my friend, only happy little accidents. Farewell."

[@lookitsafish]

You tell tf out of this story. Love it

[@0rinthian]

Yall be Aule’ing hard rushing our guy to complete his video. Now here you are, the creation finally before you as you sit surrounded by ceramic garden gnomes.

[@I_am_Ber]

I think Maedhros, Gwindor and Beren could form a Kamlost Klub :)

[@rileycord1248]

I always love how Dave acknowledges tiny tidbits of info that make each development even more impactful. Though I am a little suprised that he didn't mention how Dailir broke while Beleg broke while carrying Turin. It's a small incident that becomes grim foreshadowing when Turin kills Beleg. Can't wait for the next installment.

[@Jippa_33]

Great video! When a Beleg closes a Gwindor opens 🤦‍♂️ lol

[@markkettlewell7441]

Beleg is close to the top of my list. Ecthelion of the Fountain is No. 1, Glofindel 2. Finrod 3. Beleg 4.

[@Enerdhil]

What are the odds of someone killing two people because he has a trigger-happy mentality when he is startled? Nice work Turin. door bell rings? He kills the Amazon deliverer.🙄

[@jodifu6274]

I can't help crying when Turin accidentally kills Beleg. That would destroy me.

[@iamethatsall]

You are amazing, thank you so much ❤

[@BrianStorm742]

I was wondering in which capacity Gwindor would return, but this subverted all my expectations.

[@johnappleseed9546]

FEASTING ON BOOTY,,,,, THE ORCS JUST LIKE ME FOR REAL…. GREAT VID AS ALWAYS DAVE

[@sydnicopeland9030]

YES! Tolkien untangled day!

[@tek_soup]

@46:15 Gwindor got 2 hands in the picture, thought he only had one?

[@samistueven5689]

Much much much too late! Every day too late! We want videos from you every day;-) Best wishes from Germany!

[@jake19922]

The scope that dave goes into with his videos he'd be a burnt out husk if he even tried to do daily uploads! Be thankful we get the quality instead of Quantity!

[@nuggetdoozy7831]

Is it weird to you that I live in Las Vegas and have literally watched 80% of ALL your videos/& of those vids, I’ve watched 100% of every one of them ❤ Edit** technically I’ve watched 92% of all your videos! Only a few left to go

[@juliankoning907]

I came across a fanfiction i think, that beleg cuthalion was reincarnated inthe second age and went back to middle earth in the fourth age. Don't think it is canon but it was a fun read!

[@JAB6322]

Man... (Spoiler warning below) I can't help but imagine Beleg's soul in the Halls of Mandos, devastated for bringing Turin sorrow and grief even though he never meant it killing him while he was drugged. He didn't deserve to die like that. Rest in Peace Beleg Cúthalion of the First Age. A valiant warrior and a beloved friend. Gone but not forgotten 😢

[@PabloAlvestegui]

Very well told. Thank you.

[@ThunderhawkVeronicaLazerwolf]

What was the difference in time between Gwindor, Beren, and Maedhros being 1) Shackled 2)Were they shackled around the same place at the same time?!?! This story is just ramping up the brutality! Thank you as always Rainbow Dave!! I guess Beren would have been least time, certainly, hours or days, not years. Maedhros was 20 something, and Gwindor was ONLY 17 years. So I just need to know the years they were each shackled or free!! Any help appreciated!!

[@lizziesmusicmaking]

They did not overlap. Maedhros' captivity was at around the time of the Noldor's coming to Beleriand. The others are several hundred years later. Beren's captivity in Tol Sirion would have lasted weeks, maybe a couple of months max. It was over years before the Nirnaith Arnoediad in which Gwindor was captured. Also, Beren was held in Tol Sirion, not Angband. Beren did visit Angband and that's where he lost his hand and gained the silmaril, but that was under a day in length and he was never a prisoner during it.

[@ThunderhawkVeronicaLazerwolf]

@@lizziesmusicmaking. Thank you for straightening me out!

[@lizziesmusicmaking]

@@ThunderhawkVeronicaLazerwolf You're welcome.

[@dannyc.3382]

Beleg is top 5 g.o.a.t. of the elves for sure.

[@samwill7259]

I'd love to be able to tell you my favorite elf but I'm still standing on the rim of this yawning precipice. Give it a couple more months and you'll yank me down the rabbithole yet.

[@MrARock001]

Children of Húrin could have been written by George R.R. Martin, considering how many of the beloved main characters die.

[@donaldfarquar]

Fingolfin, no one else comes close.