Utumno - The Silmarillion Episode 4

[@ASaund-qb6wy]

So wonderful! Thinking on Melkor and "freedom," He is the perfect example of a selfish being thinking only of HIS freedom and not how it takes away from the freedom of others. We have a LOT of that in our world today.

[@yaddahaysmarmalite4059]

well, the only way the rich get rich is by controlling the masses.

[@mestredoescudo]

This keeps getting better with every episode-truly wonderful.

[@tnndll4294]

I'd rather watch channels like this than even the new animated movie.

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

Animes are starting to become recycled stories, not original and new.

[@parkergainey5847]

The creation of the Balrog part was unbelievable. So cool

[@Karmínovýmág]

This is a remarkable work. Well done sir!

[@therealjbc]

Love this series. The Silmarillion is my favorite Tolkien book - even more than LotR - and to see the myths visually is a real treat!

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

Why do the morgoth followers look like ninjas?

[@timonsolus]

@@lilacgirl-z8w: Ninjas don’t wear long cloaks.

[@RavenIdril2966]

The silmarillion should have been a book series.

[@Victor1981c]

Fantastic! Can't wait for the next 😊

[@EchoesofEä]

Me alegra mucho que te gustara, gracias Victor!

[@eternalbluesky6802]

@@EchoesofEä real problem is we have to wait next episode but away you did awesome work

[@derickster5595]

I am just blown away by this. Closer to Tolkien's descriptions than even Peter Jackson's LOTR movies. It makes the Amazon series look like a joke. Beautiful.

[@EchoesofEä]

You don't know how happy these comments make me, it makes all the effort worth it.

[@sirob6812]

Really loving these Amazon should be ashamed. But these episodes are amazing

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

The outer space scenes are phenomenal.

[@tnndll4294]

​@@EchoesofEähope channels like this make Tolk Estate avoid Amazon.

[@denisl2760]

The ethereal spiritual world scenes lend especially well to AI capabilities. Everything seems so surreal. Perfect for the opening chapters of the Silmarillion. However, more realistic grounded scenes depicting mortal men might be more challenging.

[@mickiewoo4106]

Who ever is doing this series, thank you so much. ❤

[@RavenIdril2966]

This series is perfect.

[@Butterflypegasus40]

Definitely!

[@davidnorth4486]

Yes!!!

[@JB-mg5lw]

I am stunned at the quality of your work and dedication to the source material, please continue and do not lose strength. Your works are deeply appreciated and valued!

[@hanham963]

AI or not, this is a masterpiece.

[@timonsolus]

First AI sequences I’ve watched that appear flawless. Art in motion.

[@ASaund-qb6wy]

I mean, AI. But yes. EA as well XD

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

@@hanham963 I like that the valar don't look like henry cavill.

[@Araye]

when you strictly adhere to the source material, how can one go wrong?

[@haylspa]

Finally!! something we can watch that is not destroyed by todays Political discrimination and DEI while ignoring/destroying source material.!!!! I see this channel getting to that Mil Subs in no time with this direction!! and quality of production! Thank You!!!!

[@justaride1366]

The Silmarillion was the first of Tolkien's books that I read. It is still my favorite! Thank you for this WONDERFUL series!! I have wanted someone to make a movie about it for a LONG time. You've done a fantastic job so far. Thank you!!!

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

The Unfinished Tales are worth reading.

[@StevenOrellano]

Melkor doesn't understand. Every great story needs a villain. That's the real reason why he was made. When Melkor was told there's nothing he can do that doesn't have its utter most source in Eru Illuvatar, that's exactly right. Even being evil isn't really his own choice. He plays his role no matter what

[@JustinTan-fy7dm]

Your storytelling is truly on another level. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@elhespiritu7290]

Best fanmade AI-based Tolkien's storytelling I've seen. Miles better than many pro ones.

[@RavenIdril2966]

🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

The valar and the maiar look incredible.

[@ShadeSpacer]

Outstanding production! It's clear you know and love the source material. Many people can debate the Jackson films, but his passion for the material is not in dispute; the tone, tenor, and "feel" of this series demonstrates a similar passion for the material. I consider these episodes a wonderful "palate cleanse" form the Rings of Power drivel foisted on Tolkien fandom.

[@sebastianmichaelis1079]

As one who holds Professor Tolkien’s works close to sacred, particularly the Silmarillion, a profound thank you. Contrary to the garbage, abomination, desecration Amazon put out, you have shown you can deviate from the source material i.e. take an interpretation and do justice to it. Thanks again. Como alguien que considera las obras del profesor Tolkien casi sagradas, en particular El Silmarillion, le doy las gracias de corazón. A diferencia de la basura, la abominación y la profanación que publica Amazon, usted ha demostrado que puede desviarse del material original, es decir, tomar una interpretación y hacerle justicia. Gracias de nuevo.

[@NicoleStevensHays11x]

Wow dude…¡calliete tu boca! imagine getting this emotional over a TV show. Sad to see how many ppl fell through the cracks without parents, peers, a guidance counselor, or ANYONE to help them get a grip on life while they degenerated to the point of becoming a far right, miserable and perpetually angry person who lacked the maturity to ignore the existence of media that they don’t like… or when they felt the need to go on a rampage to convince others to adopt their beliefs in a COMMENT SECTION. When I don’t like something, I just turn it off. Why would I complain about it? You guys have Amazon living rent free in your head and it is so funny…. You complain about them all the time, but you guys are literally obsessed with them and you talk about them and you talk about their TV show all the time. U have no control over ur emotions and this comment section & in internet in general are where you LIVE. If you could get out of your computer chair, step into your computer screen and disappear to the Internet, u totally would. And they want ppl having spawn of sexual assault at age 12…smh. I guess they haven’t seen or don’t care about this subset of a generation who are more emotionally disregulated than a dude w/ lvl 3 autism in his worst meltdown for the year

[@legionarybooks13]

OMG, please keep these coming! I've read the Silmarillion three times, lastly on audio. This does a spectacular job of visualising the story. I love the music and the voices, too. Well done!

[@richardstuebe9807]

I want to echo this! I am VERY familiar with the written works, and while people will certainly quibble, these visuals show how amazing this story can be told! Love them!

[@Butterflypegasus40]

The visual work is spectacular.

[@adjidianflow7716]

If it's up to me, I'll give you the Oscar. You made us live inside Tolkien's world. Thank you very much. You deserve all the appreciation. I hope to see more in the future. You did a good job.❤❤

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

Hollywood needs to hire you.

[@christianhertwig1593]

Fantastic, really Fantastic ❤❤❤❤ Making a real, televised series would be the best thing in the world.

[@tnndll4294]

Yeah. I'm hoping these will inspire Tolkien Estate to sell TV rights.

[@theroadtominusmorgul8455]

This is nothing short of spectacular! And more than any Tolkien fan could ever have hoped for. Please keep up the great work! Someday Hollywood will probably massacre Tolkien's greatest work but we will still have this. Thank you so much!

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

@@theroadtominusmorgul8455 I have to agree with you on that hollywood belief.

[@fcsimo]

You’ve put so much passion for the work of Tolkien into this video. Outstanding work thank you.

[@Butterflypegasus40]

Excellent.

[@imanihon8434]

Every movie is so grateful 🙏🏻 but to short! I wait for the next one ❤

[@Rhumolein]

Its so unbelievable mindblowing! To see a book, read 30 years before, come to live in this very modern way is wonderful, thank you!

[@RavenIdril2966]

@Rhumolein 💗💗💗💗💗

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

I'm dying for part 5.

[@andrewherring6095]

This is far better than Rings of Power could ever be. Keep going, it's fantastic.

[@MelodiesofMythos]

You've captured Melkor's motives and line of thought masterfully. Just like John Milton has with Satan in Paradise Lost

[@RavenIdril2966]

Morgoth domain does look like a hell.

[@richardglady3009]

Thank you. You did a wonderful job creating Melkor’s world-the details are awesome-inspiring. The tragedy that defined this part of the book is so sad. Perhaps, like the Valar, we can never get back the Eden we once inhabited.

[@timonsolus]

The only way for Earth to return to the Eden it once was is for the human race to become extinct.

[@RavenIdril2966]

Can Balrogs truly die or get put inside a void prison like morgoth?

[@legolasofmirkwood]

The images you’ve chosen for Utumno made me shiver! Great work!!!

[@carlosquesada8060]

Impresionante. Ojalá trabajéis toda la obra de Tolkien al completo. Realmente el sueño de los fans se está haciendo realidad gracias a vosotros ❤❤❤

[@sebastianbutler5531]

Absolutely beautiful ! You'd make Tolkien proud.

[@timonsolus]

I think he might have appreciated this.

[@RavenIdril2966]

Absolutely!

[@stephenhureau3840]

I love it! Can’t wait for the next episodes. I hope some other folks that are enjoying this will become a member as well. We’ve got to keep these coming.

[@RavenIdril2966]

Can't wait to see valinor.

[@Northman-from-the-North]

Fantastic work, I look forward to the rest of this great story. You have done a very good job, Im really impressed.

[@EchoesofEä]

Thank you very much!

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

Wish tolkien gave ungoliant a more expanded story.

[@timonsolus]

@@lilacgirl-z8w: Yes, it would have been interesting to know more about her origins.

[@teddyzadi5062]

Next episode in 2 weeks right? I can't wait to see Valinor, the two Trees Ungoliant, The elves and Luthien. How beautiful will she be

[@EchoesofEä]

I really try weekly but my work don't let me

[@timonsolus]

The Two Lamps were beautiful - even more wondrous than the Trees. After all, the Two Lamps gave light to all Arda - the Two Trees gave light to Valinor only, leaving Middle Earth in darkness.

[@Butterflypegasus40]

We need to see melkor's 3 ages of bandage and the creation of the 2 trees.

[@tompark5047]

​@@EchoesofEäbetter to take your time and get it right :)

[@grgacvarak1267]

@@EchoesofEä No need to rush. Better take your time but keep this quality :)

[@leospencer2077]

I am impressed, you work is amazing, fantastic, this is Tolkien and you is the best. Congratulations

[@EchoesofEä]

Thank you so much 😀

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

Will the lamps ever be restored like the 2 trees.

[@RavenIdril2966]

Where's ungoliant?

[@wickywickins2325]

PLEASE!!!! keep doing this😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@richardstuebe9807]

I love the imagery of the change from Maiar to Balrog! Very unsettling!

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

I wonder if that blonde maia was sauron?

[@BrettPettus-c4x]

Great job once again. I’m so loving the visuals in my head coming to life. Thank you so much❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@RolfHallberg]

You Sir, are amazing. First read it 38 year ago, still a nerd and this was very well done.

[@4plobe]

I cant wait for episode 5 and the rest. This is my favorite book of all time. Just love the stories of the first age

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

I wish the second age was a separate book so we can know more of elros's reign.

[@adrianborgesalmeida6167]

I just can´t get enough!! I´m keeping these episodes one by one, they´re amazing!!! Thank you for such a great work!!! Please, keep going on!!!

[@mishlenlinden]

I'm so smazed.....and saddened that Pj and that tv show couldn't raise to the occasion as you have in these shorts. PLEASE CONTINUE!! And the music.....great reflections of the images......

[@kjvasquez]

Oh man, this got me hooked better than any current tv show, I can't wait for next chapter

[@aprilmacdicken248]

Thanks!

[@EchoesofEä]

Thank you again ❤️

[@jackowski5103]

To było niesamowite, dziękuję za cały trud który włożyliście w to dzieło ;)

[@mailsonolli]

Que trabalho incrível e primoroso. Continue nos entregando as belas histórias do O Silmarillion ✨️😍

[@alfracer777]

Amazing production. Just stumbled on this series. Subscribed and liked. Can't wait for continuation.

[@fabianescobarmendez9715]

Mis queridos amigos de Eä, estoy gratamente sorprendido de la precisión con la que han traído a la vida la enorme visión de Tolkien asistidos por la IA. No me crean si no quieren, pero, cuando leí El Simarillion, justo así me imaginaba estas escenas, aunque no con la gracia y movimiento que tienen estas. Soy un empedernido fanático de la obra de Tolkien, y les doy infinitas gracias por darle vida a mi fantasía por este universo.

[@jdhanson]

Anytime I scroll thru KZbin and see a new episode, I get so excited. I love the story and the animation. A very fine thing you're doing in the community, my friend. Keep up the great work!!!!!!

[@Butterflypegasus40]

@@jdhanson I hope to see many more episodes of the valar.

[@jamesschomburgk4441]

The Silmarillion is being brought alive by your videos. So close to my imaginations when I first read it. Thank you

[@Butterflypegasus40]

I can't tell which deserter is sauron.

[@jamesschomburgk4441]

@Butterflypegasus40 that would have been great but I am unsure if he had left Aule's tutelage at this point

[@짱짱-g9j]

올 한해 봤던 가장 대단한 영상이자 시리즈다. 실마릴리온의 영상화... 대단하다.

[@AmarthwenNarmacil]

The Silmarillion is my favourite book. I dreamed for a long time to see it on screen, but I never had any hope to actually see that happening (let alone as a faithful adaptation). I can't even begin express how glad these videos make me, it's absolutely beautiful. I can't wait for the whole story to unfold! ❤

[@mauimauim.3472]

I am appreciative of all your hard work and I hope you Have a Merry Christmas and Fantastic New Year!

[@EchoesofEä]

thank you very much for the support!

[@nabil.c]

I need like a 50 hours movie of this ❤❤❤

[@princedesmond2634]

I really appreciate your work,. You really did a great job, waiting for next episode 👏 😀.

[@incredibleBY]

Great episode! Thank you! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I especially want to point out the perfectly conveyed moment of the transformation of the Maiar into Balrogs. 5:30 How a truly heavenly beautiful, pure, pretty Maiar-girl was perverted and distorted by Melkor and his big great darkness. So much that she burst into flames and grew horns. I would like to see an extended version ... 😊

[@EchoesofEä]

@@incredibleBY thanks so much, Since Varda's rejection I wanted to show Morgoth's power of corruption and with a beautiful maiar as the narration says as a mockery of Iluvatar

[@craigdelaney8737]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 BRAVO! Fantastic job..! I Am Enthralled...😍 I've never been able to read The Book. But from what you've Done..! Amazing..👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙏🏾 I'll Be Watching.❣️

[@hikaruvortex]

It gets better with each new episode, great work.

[@EchoesofEä]

@@hikaruvortex 🫶🏻🥳🥳

[@FranAlbert-r1g]

This is a REALLY MASTER PIECE EVER!!!!! I'm amazed ❤ thanks for such beautiful creation

[@glennlaroche1524]

This is the best, the VERY best, of all the AI/Tolkien storytellers out there.

[@cheeks7050]

Dark squirrel and tiny bob cat were nice touches

[@michaelpells1440]

Another great entry in the series! I look forward to each episode. Simply amazing work.

[@Butterflypegasus40]

My favorite channel.

[@RavenIdril2966]

Best I've found for tolkien's work.

[@towel3166]

This series! I have read the book so many times and listened to the audio book even more! Soo spot on!!

[@RavenIdril2966]

What's your favorite so far?

[@Eigan-EnergyPlus]

Insane work, u guys! Many thanks!!

[@antonioricardo8632]

Não pare com os vídeos, são excelentes. Conheci seu canal à pouco tempo e estou viciado, muito sucesso para você saudações do Brasil 😎

[@primal1233]

This is so beautifully well done. I will always enjoy watching your videos

[@tnndll4294]

Hopefully, channels like this will inspire the Tolkien Estate to license tv rights.

[@RavenIdril2966]

That is something to hope for.

[@laurentlachand8102]

Your talent is great and your interprétation of this amazing story is beautifull I can’t wait for the next episode Bravo 🙏

[@EchoesofEä]

Thank you so much!!

[@a.g.1893]

Amazing. Thank you, sir, may God bless you.

[@chaminduudara3866]

Impressive content. Keep it up. Looking forward to see the next episodes.

[@mauimauim.3472]

Another exquisite interpretation and storytelling. I thoroughly enjoy your videos! Congratulations and please keep up the great work 👏 👍 ❤🎉

[@EchoesofEä]

Thank you very much!

[@3791Kementári]

I love your work! I subscribe!The transformation of the Maia into Balrog was... just incredible!

[@timonsolus]

Incredible, yes - and so horrifying and sad. A beautiful female Maia turned into a monster.

[@Colmen391]

You are getting better, congrats for your amazing video.

[@andrewmchugh9545]

Great work! Please keep it up! Can't wait to see Feanor! Epic as it should be!

[@louisalaimo2122]

Just stunning!!! Well detailed and respectful to the lore! Absolutely beautiful, Thanks you so much for your efforts @Echoes of Eä! ❤

[@RavenIdril2966]

The valar's former home did it sink into the ocean eventually like beleriand and numenor?

[@naomiapostolaki2386]

Beautiful episode! It really depicted accurately the events, feelings and transformations of characters involved! Sublime work in all aspects!

[@Butterflypegasus40]

Balrog transformation was awesome.

[@jameh2o406]

Thank you so much for your video ❤

[@raphaelbarberousse3562]

I have no words for that... It's just incredible. Thank's for that work.

[@thehairyramie]

It’s the calming narration and music!❤

[@RavenIdril2966]

Perfect asmr voice.

[@1167400]

This was really good! Thanks for all of your hard work and imagination!

[@Emilia_Inkheart]

another great episode, thank you!

[@ktheeldar]

Nothing more worthless of admiration and gratitude! I can only say: Thank you so much for this! Stunning! Amazing! Wonderful!

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

Can't wait to see the creation of valinor.

[@RavenIdril2966]

I really want to see those two trees.

[@EchoesofEä]

Wow, thank you!

[@sdtrailrider8070]

Great visuals and narration!

[@dominicjoel1]

Amazing stuff. Visually far superior to the tv series. I hope you have the means and inclination to continue. Such delights ahead: Thingol and Melian, Beren and Luthien, Turin, Tuor, Gondolin....

[@elahe7117]

Absolutely beautiful ! Thank You!!🌟🌟🌟

[@sapo7746]

The creation of Balrogs give me several chills 😮 i really cannot wait to watch the next episode! Well done!

[@lilacgirl-z8w]

It was awesome!

[@gutosousa654]

Estava ansioso esperando. Muchas gracias me hermano..

[@jazzlehazzle]

Bravoooo!! Even tho AI, your effort, patience, and editing skill is obvious. WAY TO GO!

[@sannucca3343]

Oh wow I love the look of Utumno. And the creating of the balrogs. Amazing! 😍🔥

[@RavenIdril2966]

Perfect evil kingdom.

[@sabschmi]

Thanks so much for your beautiful work!!

[@Butterflypegasus40]

@@sabschmi who's your favorite?

[@geralynbrock8308]

How can we be supportive of the creator of this channel? I love them so much, and want you to continue! ❤

[@EchoesofEä]

@@geralynbrock8308 thanks 😊 You can join the membership or in the options next to sharing is the super thanks.

[@ugur6843]

Beyond great... This is an amazing work!

[@anasentov1470]

Wonderful work! I am so glad to see your channel getting more and more supporters :)

[@EchoesofEä]

Thank you so much 😀yes you started this 🫶🏻

[@gandreaocd]

Gracias por este trabajo increíble

[@SolveEtCoagula93]

Nothing more to add - everyone has said it. Love it!

[@fedakka]

Getting better with every episode!

[@stevemiller4494]

I am super pleased to see this short film an absolute job well done 👍🏻 10/10 😊 liked and subscribed

[@RavenIdril2966]

Keep coming back for more.

[@vladionescudimancea2069]

TRuly wonderful work you have done!

[@coreybentsen7794]

What a fantastic job you're doing It's so beautiful

[@darkladylexy1638]

this is making me want to reread The Silmarillion for the umpteenth time

[@fleshmisterx9822]

Amazing work, and so although freedom will be done. I love again your adaptation. Grats !

[@ApolloSol_101]

I really love melkor here at first he was beautiful radiant but as time went on his face shows scars or marks of his corruption, his radiance now turned into shadows I even love how you made the balrogs!

[@jennityrell3304]

Absolute masterpiece! I love these and they’re worth the wait 😁