E10: Elves of Mirkwood

Deep within the gloom of the forest once called Greenwood the Great lies a glimmer of light: the twilight feasts of the Elves of Mirkwood. But the Elves are far from a monolithic force for good, and they are much more nuanced than the image of the generic fantasy elf might suggest. Merry yet grave, … Continue reading E10: Elves of Mirkwood

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Deep within the gloom of the forest once called Greenwood the Great lies a glimmer of light: the twilight feasts of the Elves of Mirkwood. But the Elves are far from a monolithic force for good, and they are much more nuanced than the image of the generic fantasy elf might suggest. Merry yet grave, kind yet xenophobic, possessed of both a keen love for all things that grow and of a jealousy for their realm and rights, the kin of Legolas are a fascinating study in contrasts. Delving deep into the lore of The Silmarillion and the Book of Unfinished Tales, Calvin and Richard discuss the history of this culture and highlight the reasons why it might be one of the most attractive choices for players of The One Ring RPG.

Episode 10