Ever since the fantasy worlds have become popular, there have been fandoms and fandom battles about heroes and villains. Who would win, who is stronger? Comparing the heroes of the same world might be easy since the rules are often already written and one can refer to the books or comics. However, comparisons between different …
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One of the most popular headmasters in the entire fantasy genre is most likely Albus Dumbledore. It is a well-known fact that Dumbledore is one of the most powerful wizards of his time, if not ever. Despite everyone referring to him as professor Dumbledore, very few people know what did Albus Dumbledore teach, so let’s …
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Gandalf is one of the most popular characters in Lord of the Rings mythology (if not the most popular), but many people are wondering, how old is he really? Well, we will try and answer this question and let you know how old is Gandalf in this article. Gandalf walked in Middle-earth for 2,019 years, …
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The Battle of Helm’s Deep is certainly one of the most iconic moments from The Lord of the Rings, whether you’ve just read the books or likewise seen the movies. But, the topic of today’s article is not going to be the battle itself, but rather a conversation between Rhoan’s King Théoden and Aragorn in …
The Lord of the Rings icon returns, posthumously, yet again. This time in a series of secret manuscripts believed to be the last original Middle-Earth writings by Tolkien himself called The Nature of Middle Earth. “The Nature of Middle-earth will comprise numerous late (c. 1959-73) and previously unpublished writings by J.R.R. Tolkien on the “nature” of …
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Gandalf and Saruman are both extremely powerful wizards and as such are perfect for any imaginary stand-offs. Both exist in the Middle Earth world and have faced off a few times. Due to different outcomes, there is one question still hanging in the air. Which of these two legendary wizards is the strongest in the …
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American author Howard Phillips Lovecraft is now considered as a pioneer of modern horror fiction. Although controversial, Lovecraft was a seminal horror author and has influenced and inspired many horror-centered artists, be they writers, filmmakers, musicians or painters. Lovecraft’s stories are usually quite weird and he was a master at portraying the terrifying atmosphere present …
Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
One of the biggest twists in the history of literature, especially when it comes to today’s generation, is without a doubt the main theme of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Most of the fans understand who he was, but maybe you are still wondering why! The Half-Blood Prince is none other than Severus Snape, …
Witcher fans are divided when it comes to this discussion and their attitudes depend greatly on the way they were introduced to the fandom. We have to say, this is not a black and white topic. The only way you can choose one is to decide what matters more to Geralt and to you personally. …
After so many years, books, and movies, we still can’t help but wonder – why? Why Harry? Why was he the chosen one and why was he so important to Voldemort? Harry played a key role in Voldemort’s diabolical comeback plan in The Goblet of Fire, and we can’t forget he was the one who …
Anyone who has read Harry Potter knows that Voldemort is a villain. He Who Must Not Be Named went so far that he used the darkest magic spell there is – Horcrux. Horcrux represents an object in which a Dark wizard puts a part of his soul to become immortal. To protect himself and the …
In some of our previous articles, we suggested possible gifts for girls and boys who are fans of the Harry Potter series. We hope you liked it because today we are going to focus on a special age group of young people – the tweens, which referred to children between the ages of 10-14. Best …
1. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone Harry Potter learns his true origin in the early hours of his eleventh birthday in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, the novel that began it all – he is a wizard, famed in the mystical universe for having defeated the dark Lord Voldemort when he was just …
As far as science-fiction literature is concerned, Philip K. Dick is absolutely one of the biggest (if not the biggest) and most important names you’ll encounter. Dick’s revolutionary stories helped shape the genre when true, “hardcore” science-fiction was still a genre-in-development and thanks to them, we can now enjoy a large number of science-fiction works. …
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Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
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I seriously doubt that there are any creatures, anywhere, as sweet and as loveable as the hobbits of the Shire. Sweet songs, sweet heroes and heroines, sweet sweetness. The meal table did not miss out on the love either, as the effervescent halflings were known to be keen on a nibble or five. We join …
The Lord of the Rings is a trilogy of epic, fantasy novels written by J.R.R Tolkien during World War II. The plot is a classic “good versus evil” type of plot set in Middle-earth – which is a mystical alternate version of the real Earth – and revolves around numerous creatures and people (i.e. dwarves, …
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1. A Game of Thrones A Game of Thrones is the first book of George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire genre of fantasy novels. It was released for the first time on August 1, 1996. Martin incorporates the plot-lines of the noble houses of Westeros, the Wall, and the Targaryens in …
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Harry Potter and his adventures are all too familiar to us from an early age – no doubt there was a generation that started reading at a young age and finished much later. How does one decide when to read a certain book? Children are different and the levels of maturity will have to be …
Tarzan was one of the most popular novels of its time which is why it amassed such a big number of fans. Taking that into consideration, Disney decided to adapt it into an animated movie for children. The story made it stand out from anything Disney produced up to that point which is how it …
Beauty and the Beast is one of the better-known Disney classics and Belle is one of the most admired Disney princesses. It is pretty clear from the introduction of the plot that this story is taking place in France, however, one thing that isn’t as clear is the time period in which it takes place. …
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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was the first movie in the series of Disney-produced adaptations of classical fairytales, which eventually grew into the Disney princesses franchise we know today. As such, the movie is a fan favorite and many will be able to tell you at least a few fun facts about this classic. …
Aladdin is a classic rags to riches tale with a young hero, a pretty princess, a sinister villain, and a magical genie. It has become one of the most well-known and retold fairy tales in history which is why essentially everyone knows it. However, one thing that keeps everyone curious is the question of when …
A prefect was a student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry who had been granted additional powers and duties by the Head of House and Headmaster. In their fifth year, one male and one female student from each house were selected to serve as prefects. They would remain prefects in their sixth and seventh …
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The truth is that reading the Harry Potter books in order is essential. The novels follow the life of young Harry Potter from the age of 11 to 18 years old. Each book is a full school year, so leaping would be very confused if you didn’t already know the story. Harry discovers he is …
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The Cloak of Invisibility, one of the three Deathly Hallows, would be a very handy thing to have in real life. But if there was truly only one, who would have it? Who would inherit it and how? What is the original story behind this Hallow? Harry was given the Cloak of Invisibility by Albus …
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Harry Potter and Percy Jackson are both powerful characters from the magical worlds of young adult novels. If we were to compare the two, only one would be the victor. No matter which one you like more, the facts speak for themselves! In the fight between Harry and Percy, Percy would win. He is trained …
To begin, we can first introduce the birthdays of our favorite cast and compare them to the birthdays of the characters they played. You can notice their ages differ quite a bit. So let’s start with a simple fact-checked overview of their birthdays. While Harry Potter was born on 31st July 1980, the actor Daniel …
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Vampires are certainly the most loved fantasy characters by readers and lovers of legends. For fame and originality, we remember in particular the Count Dracula, a diabolical vampire, lover of pain, passion, and sin. Owner of a castle in Transylvania, he loved to bite and then kill his victims, sucking their blood and feeding on …
With their red lightsabers and dark robes, Sith is stylish. While some tend to have yellow eyes, some are ice-blue, while others are dark. The level of immersion into the Dark Side plays a significant role in the color of the eyes. This leads to the question, ‘why are sith eyes yellow? Sith have yellow …
Introduced by J. R. R. Tolkien, Gandalf is one of the intriguing characters in the entire Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit franchise. Gandalf is a protagonist and was first introduced in “The Hobbit (1938) and has appeared in all parts of The Lord of the Rings cinematic verse. Tolkien is a wizard, one …
The Harry Potter series is full of well-written characters with detailed personalities. As such, some aspects of their personality often show in one way or another in their magical abilities. Many different characters were extremely talented, but which ones are the most powerful? Our list may vary from your own opinions, so to check if …
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In a universe where “faster than you can blink” is a reality, and not just a mere expression. Where vessels can travel from Earth to Jupiter before Usain Bolt can finish tying his spikes. We cast a glance at the fastest Star Trek ships and come up with a debate-sparking list. The thing that makes …
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There are different types of Elvish tongues just like it is with most languages. At first, learning a new language might seem like a herculean task, but with the right guidance and steps, it would be a fun and wonderful experience. We would be sharing some tips, and a list you can follow to help …
Witchers are mutated monster hunters in the fantasy world created by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. Witchers are highly trained in combat and they develop supernatural abilities at a very young age that help them fight against wild monsters. But the process to make a witcher is extremely agonizing. They are taken as children and are subjected …
To write a list of worst books from the master of horror himself, Stephen King, is not only a problematic but daunting task. There is a legion of fans out there who will argue that the master of horror has no lousy books. They will say most lists that feature King’s work are subjective; they …
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The whole series about Harry Potter comes down to the fight between good and evil, which is very common both in fiction and in real life. This time our topic will be a little different, we will talk about the bad guys – Gellert Grindelwald and Lord Voldemort. When it comes to these two worst …
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Any Harry Potter fan will be able to tell you which Horcruxes Voldemort created but not many understand that there is a lot of lore tied to the Horcruxes that was not explored in the movies. In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know about Harry Potter Horcruxes, and we will start …
Harry Potter is one of the most popular movie series today. The popularity remains high even today, almost a decade after the last movie was released and 24 years after the first book was published. It is safe to say that the demand for the book series and the movies never flattened. Despite all of …
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This is our review of Anduril – United Cutlery Lord of the Rings sword. I am a huge Lord of the Rings fan and have been looking into getting a collection of the movie’s memorabilia for a while now. This being said I had to do a lot of research to ensure my collection would …
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The Harry Potter franchise was first released almost a quarter of a century ago and by the time the last movie was released, the series became so popular that the posters for the final movie didn’t even feature the name of the movie. But how is the franchise still so popular, almost ten years after …
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Since most people got stuck in quarantine over the last year a perfect opportunity has arisen for a good movie marathon. If you like Harry Potter you may have considered rewatching the series, but how long would it actually take to watch the entire Harry Potter series and could you do it in one day? …
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The Harry Potter franchise contains many different emotional deaths and one such should have been Harry himself. However, turns out Harry actually comes back to life after he got hit by the Killing curse. This confused many fans since the Killing curse was presented as a piece of magic that allows you to instantly kill …
Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit are two trilogies among the most important pieces of pop culture today. If you are looking for a fun activity to fill your time revisiting this franchise may be a good idea since they provide a little over 20 hours of content. If this interests you in returning …
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The fans might feel like Harry Potter characters and the story itself is very relatable, and it is definitely a great source of fun for any age. But how old were the characters really? And how did they grow up? It was really impressive to watch the children, wizards, from the franchise be so powerful …
Dunk and Egg are a series of books written by George R. Martin, placed in the world of Ice and Fire Songs at the forefront of major books. The story tells of the great hero Sel Duncan the Thor, who will be a famous member of the group “Kingsguard”, and his squire Egg, who will …
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Talion and Geralt are both mystical warriors who use magic and their skills to achieve their goals. Both are regarded as one of the best warriors in their universes respectively. With the new popularity of the Witcher books and show many wonder what would happen if these two had to fight, which is why this …
Talion and Aragorn are some of the most powerful warriors in the Lord of the Rings universe. They both rarely lose and have a reputation as some of the strongest soldiers out there. However, the two never crossed paths and weren’t really participating in conflicts the other was in. This prompts many to wonder what …
It is common in the film industry today to recast a certain character after the filming and the production has already started. It’s a way of keeping the project going after certain actors step away from it or are unable to continue filming. One of the more extreme examples of this practice is the character …
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There are a few instances in the movies where we are presented with the acronym R. A. B. Although most people who were watching the movies remained clueless as to what the letters stand for, any book reader immediately knew the true meaning of the letters and who the movie is hinting at. So, if …
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With podcast’s recent rise in popularity, there are a plethora of topics to choose from. That being said Lord of the Rings fans will surely be able to find something for them. But, with so many podcasts available the only question is which ones are the best? To make sure you find the right one …
Usually, there are plenty of things regarding a certain franchise that the fans don’t agree upon. The Harry Potter franchise is no different, of course. From the justification for the change of Hermione’s dress for the Yule Ball to the exclusion of certain elements of the book series, there are a plethora of subjects the …
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Hagrid is one of those smaller side characters who played an important role in Harry’s life and the book series overall. However, unlike other characters similar to him, Hagrid doesn’t get much information on his whereabouts or his life from that point on. This lack of information often leads people to assume Hagrid died but …
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Harry Potter as a series is filled with many interesting and in-depth described characters. Many of these characters are deliberately described as being beautiful and handsome and most of these were followed in the movie interpretation. As with any other similar franchises, the only question left is who is the most attractive. The ten most …
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The Harry Potter franchise is a massively popular one and most people have at least heard about it. There is a number of movies but most people who aren’t overly familiar with the franchise won’t know how many exactly. The number of books being different from the number of movies confuses people as well. So …
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Besides the Harry Potter series, J. K. Rowling has also created a franchise of books and movies which precede the time of Harry Potter and revealed various magical secrets from the past. Along with Albus Dumbledore, that’s when we first learn about the evil wizard Gellert Grindelwald. Regardless of Grindelwald’s powers, we can tell that …
The world of Netflix’s The Witcher is full of wonder and mystery, often leaving fans with many unanswered questions. Details placed throughout the plot leave breadcrumbs to be followed, which piece together a great deal once connected. But before we get into details, let us tell you how long do Witchers live and how old …
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For fans of The Lords of the Rings film trilogy and the book and all of the other books and stories written by JRR Tolkien, one of the most iconic characters is the hobbit named Frodo Baggins because you cannot help but root for the underdog, who went through plenty of trials and tough situations …
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Published in 1965, Frank Herbert’s novel Dune has become one of the most popular and most influential sci-fi works in the history of the genre. The story follows young Paul Atreides and his quest to save the planet Arrakis from different fractions – most notably the Harkonnens – who want to exploit the melange, which …
If you have only watched the Game of Thrones TV show, but not read the books, you may be wondering, why was Daenerys immune to fire, when her brother, Viserys Targaryen, wasn’t, and in that sense, wasn’t a dragon. Targaryens are not immune to fire and are not real dragons, even thou they have high immunity …
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We’ve all seen that the Death Eaters flew in the Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix movie. But how did they do it? Was that even flight or not? Well, today’s article is going to answer can Death Eaters fly in Harry Potter or not. Death Eaters cannot fly. The “flight” seen in …
In today’s article, we are going to answer one burning question for you – can the omnipotent Lord Voldemort use the Patronus Charm and if he can, what would his Patronus be? Lord Voldemort cannot actually use the Patronus Charm. He is so radically evil and vile that he has no happy energy to use …
Gandalf is one of the strongest characters in the whole Lord of the Rings world, but can he really be stronger than the second Lord of Darkness? In this article, we will go in-depth about their powers, and see is Gandalf stronger than Sauron in the Lord of the Rings. Sauron was stronger than Gandalf …
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In this article, we are bringing you all the dragons in Middle-Earth, including those that appear in The Lord of the Rings (not so much), The Hobbit, and The Silmarillion books. There are five dragons in Middle-Earth: Glaurung the Golden – the first dragon, he could bread fire but didn’t had wings Ancalagon the Black …
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If you have watched the show The Witcher, you most likely know who Marilka is. If you only read the books – maybe not so much. Some characters play a certain role important for the story but not the biggest and long-lasting role in the series. From the title itself, we find out that she …
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This article, much like the game and the show, is for adults only! The Witcher is one of the most brutal storylines and it does not shy away from all the raw humanity but shows it completely – metaphorically and literally. The books might be your go-to if you like to imagine more than watch, …
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The Killing Curse is depicted as one of the most corrupt spells in the entire Harry Potter universe. Its purpose is to kill your opponents quickly and as such with few exceptions, we have never seen someone survive it. During the battle in the room of requirement, Hermione gets hit by the Killing Curse but …
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Marauders were a group of Gryffindor students, all of them very well-known to us. Remus Lupin (Moony), Peter Pettigrew (Wormtail), James Potter (Prongs), and Sirius Black (Padfoot). They were the ones to create the Marauders map Harry used after the Weasley twins showed it to him. They were best friends during their time in Hogwarts, …
Varys is a pretty well-established character in the Game of Thrones series and is generally liked by fans for his witty personality and position as the whisper master. However, due to his position, we don’t know much about Varys since he benefits from people not knowing much about him. One question that captivated the fans …
Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is certainly one of the most important – if not the most important – fantasy work of the modern age. The franchise has defined modern fantasy and thanks to Peter Jackson’s amazing films, it has become popular around the world. And while Jackson was true to the original works …
Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is certainly one of the most important – if not the most important – fantasy work of the modern age. The franchise has defined modern fantasy and thanks to Peter Jackson’s amazing films, it has become popular around the world. And while Jackson was true to the original works …
Padfoot, Prongs, Moony, and Wormtail – ring any bells? The four students who attended Hogwarts together were placed in the same House, Gryffindor. Together, they were called Marauders. Who are they? Moony is very obviously Remus Lupin, the werewolf. Wormtail is Peter Pettigrew, the traitor. Prongs is of course James Potter, Harry’s father. And who …
Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is certainly one of the most important – if not the most important – fantasy work of the modern age. The franchise has defined modern fantasy and thanks to Peter Jackson’s amazing films, it has become popular around the world. And while Jackson was true to the original works …
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Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
The Harry Potter series is one of the most successful movie franchises to this day and was extremely well received even from the release of the first movie. As such it would make sense for any director to want to work on the series exclusively because having such a huge franchise on your resume in …
Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
What Would Have Happened Had Isildur Destroyed the One Ring? Read More »
In another historical overview, we are going to discuss the first superhero that appeared in the literature. We’ve already spoken about the first DC Comics and Marvel Comics superheroes, but now we are going to go back even further and talk about the first superhero ever. Do you know who it is? Well, keep reading …
When we talked about who is stronger – Dumbledore or Grindelwald, we concluded that it is definitely Albus Dumbledore, after all, because good is the one who always wins. But, this is not the only reason. There are other circumstances why this is so. Today, we decided to see who is more powerful, Dumbledore or …
If you haven’t reached yet for one of Isaac Asimov’s books, then at least you’ve heard of him. Or maybe you have watched the film “I, Robot” from 2004 (starring Will Smith), suggested by Isaac Asimov’s 1950 short-story collection of the same name. So you are probably wondering, where should you start with reading the …
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The hit Netflix series The Witcher has become known for its elaborate plots and mythical characters. Two of the most prominent and interesting characters are notably Geralt, the main protagonist, and Ciri, his adopted daughter. So, many fans are wondering is Ciri stronger than Geralt? Ciri is essentially a goddess of Elder Blood in hibernation, …
The Lord of the Rings and relevant sequels/ prequels wouldn’t be quite what it is without the beloved Gandalf. Gandalf, who was predominantly known as Gandalf the Grey, would be the guiding light along the dark winding paths of the young adventurers, offering priceless advice, magical assistance and timeless wisdom. But why did Gandalf the …
All across the wizarding world – from Hogwarts to Beauxbatons, from Diagon Alley to Little Whinging – there is one catastrophic problem: Voldemort. He’s the source of pure evil and the world’s most wanted power-crazed dark wizard. You’re either with him or you’re against him, also known as soon to be dead. Superfans and casual …
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As far as our comparisons go, we at Fiction Horizon always try to make things more interesting for you. In the past, we’ve mostly done comparisons of individual characters, including a group from time to time. Seeing how we value diversity, we have decided to take a different approach this time. And while comparing characters …
Geralt of Rivia and Ciri are the most beloved characters in the Witcher universe. Their father-daughter relationship is beautiful to watch on screen and read about in the books as well! People have been questioning their features, thinking they are actually related. They are not, but their love for each other doesn’t depend on that. …
If you are here, you were probably wondering, is reading Lord of the Rings worth your time, and is it difficult or easy to read. So, let us give you an answer to is Lord Of The Rings hard to read, and we will explain why we think it is like that, especially for the …
Quidditch is one of the most popular gams in the wizarding world. Throughout the series, we only get a glimpse at the game however, the game still managed to captivate the fans. Although we don’t have a lot of information about the game everyone knows you win by catching the Snitch, but can you win …
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If you are wondering what are the powers of the One Ring in the Lord of the Rings, then you have come to the right place. In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know about that special artifact. The power of One Ring is to control all other rings. It also …
Podcasts are a great way to entertain yourself, especially if you need to do something else at the same time. Harry Potter is a franchise that ended a while back but the fandom remained alive throughout the medium of podcasts, with many touching on the franchise and even centered around it completely. So which ones …
The popular Netflix series The Witcher is well-known for experimenting with timelines and speed of aging with its characters. With complex combinations of mortal characters, immortal characters, and mutations, the usual laws of time don’t quite apply as they generally would. This is why we have decided to write this article and let you know …
Throughout The Witcher series, many fans have been somewhat confused by the general idea of Witchers and the emotions that they portray. There is plenty of evidence suggesting that they are completely apathetic, either by choice or by nature. But, is it really that simple? There could be a much more complex theory behind truly …
If you are among a group of people who do not know which gift to choose for their son, grandson, or nephew (because we all know that there is always a better choice for girls), you have no reason to worry. You can find many interesting items on Amazon with a Harry Potter theme in …
Even today, fans of the Harry Potter series often ask themselves the same question, why did Harry Potter name his kid after Severus Snape instead of Remus Lupin? In order not to think too much about this topic, we simply looked for what the author of the series thinks about it and why has she …
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Speaking of these two female characters from our favorite Harry Potter series, we could say that in this case, we have a battle between the brains of Hermione Granger and the raw power and madness that is Bellatrix Lestrange. It matters who’s going to be a winner, but the fight between these two extremely powerful …
This novel was first published June 1st, 1965 and it is still a matter of debate among readers, whether they are SF/fantasy fans or not, is Dune a good book or is it overrated? Considering the period in which this novel was written, as well as the fact it is still attractive for readers around …
Is there at all a human being who would say that Lord Voldemort is a good or perhaps nice character? The answer is „Yes“ because there are people who love evil – whether they do it themselves or just watch others do it and enjoy it endlessly. If books, movies, or games speak only of …
Our every favorite wizard and witch have their unique quirks about them. Their Patronus charm, their wand, their power, a favorite broom… in this article we discuss wands, in particular – Hermione Granger’s wand. We all know it was made by Olivander, as most wands were, but let us not forget that the wand chooses …
There has been a lot of controversy around this topic ever since the Harry Potter movies have been filmed. Hermione is different in the books, the movies, and the play. How can we know if Hermione was written as a black or a white character if J.K. Rowling never specified her race in the books. …
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Sauron and Morgoth are some of the strongest beings in Tolkien’s universe of Middle-earth, but between those two main villains, who was the stronger? Morgoth was stronger being then Sauron, but not by so much as people would assume. We will tell you a few words about Sauron, and a few words about Morgoth, and …
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Although the battle of Hogwarts had many witches and wizards turning more aggressive while fighting one of the most memorable ones was Molly Weasley. After losing one of her children she was even more determined to fight her way out of the battle. However, this cumulates once she encounters her daughter Ginny fighting Bellatrix which …
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Númenor was an extremely powerful kingdom at its heights, so it’s no wonder that you ask yourself how powerful was Númenor at its height, and we will give you an answer to this question through very interesting details in this article. Númenor was an extremely powerful kingdom at its heights, so powerful that they were …
Sauron was defeated at the end of the War of the Ring, but in the Lord of the Rings, it was never explained what happened to ‘his’ orcs and goblins after his ultimate end. In this article, we will give you an answer to those questions. First, so you can follow easier, we have to …
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Gil-Galad was the sixth and last High King of the Noldor, but many people don’t know how exactly has he died. But don’t worry, in this article, we will explain key details about his life and how did Gil-Galad die. Gil-Galad died receiving severe burns from “the heat of Sauron’s hand”, and so he passed …
If you have read books, or even more if you have only watched The Lord of the Rings movies, you may be wondering, why is there such a small number of Elves, when they are immortal, and as well, where are their children? Well, don’t worry, because in this article we will give you an …
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It has been said that Elves are immortal in Lord of the Rings, but they also die in the battle, so why is that, and are they really immortal? Those are just some of the questions we will give you an answer to in this article. Elves are immortal, and remain unwearied with age. Also, they can recover from …
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If you are a fan of Tolkien’s biggest work, or if you are not, you may be wondering, ‘why is the Lord of the Rings so popular, when there are so many ‘similar’ books, that don’t have such popularity?’ Lord of the Rings popularity comes from its creator, world building, character coherence and story. Don’t …
If you are watching Lord of the Rings movies you may be wondering why is Aragorn called Strider and Elessar. Well, we have an answer ready for you in this article. Aragorn II was the son of Arathorn II and Gilraen. He was the last Chieftain of the Dúnedain and a direct descendant through many …
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There are many rings in Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings mythology, but not all of them are described in detail. We are bringing you all the known rings of power as well as lesser rings from Middle-earth in this article. So how many Rings of Power are there in The Lord of the Rings? There …
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There are many great beings and characters in the Lord of the Rings world of Middle-earth, and in this article, we will rank the most powerful of them. So which ones are the most powerful Lord of the Rings characters? The most powerful Lord of the Rings character is a being named Eru Ilúvatar. Even …
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In this article, we are bringing you all the main Lord of the Rings characters in one place, and tell you a few important pieces of information about them. Main Lord of the Rings Characters: Men Aragorn Pogledajte ovu objavu na Instagramu. “Aragorn the Ranger” Art credit • Adam J. Middleton . This week I …
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In this article, you can find the top most important Hobbits in all Middle-earth. There will be some well known to you, but there will also be some that you are probably not familiar with, but we will introduce you to them as well. The most important Hobbits in Middle-earth are Bilbo Baggins, Frodo Baggins, …
There are a few ways you could read Tolkien’s Middle-earth books, and we are bringing you all of them in this article. We will tell you their differences, and it is up to you to decide in which order would you like to go through Middle-earth. New Tolkien fans are usually puzzled with the complexity …
Probably everyone that read books or watched movies wondered why didn’t Gandalf fly with his eagles to Mount Doom and dropped the One Ring in it? Or, if he was afraid to get under its spell, just gave an eagle to Frodo? Wasn’t it easier than just ‘simply’ walk into Mordor? Well, as the task …
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In this article, we will show you what are the differences between orcs and goblins in Lord of the Rings, or better to say, J. R. R. Tolkien’s world of the Middle-earth. History about orcs and goblins in Middle-earth Origins and early years The Orcs were bred by Melkor in mockery of the Elves, sometime …
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We are bringing you 70 best Lord of the Rings quotes of all time. J.R.R. Tolkien’s world of Middle-Earth has offered us some amazing quotes over the years, and you can find them here. Best Lord of the Rings Quotes It’s the job that’s never started as takes longest to finish. – quote by J.R.R. …
One pairing many people wanted to see in the original Harry Potter series was Draco and Hermione. Many fans have speculated if there were ever any romantic feelings between the two. Although there are many actions between the two that fans interpret as romantic, especially when it comes to Draco, did he ever have a …
Usually, when adapting books into movies there are certain things that get left out of the final cut which leaves the fans discussing them long after the franchise comes to an end. One such question regarding the Harry Potter franchise is why did Hermione use the obliviate her parents? The books further elaborate on this, …
Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
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Have you ever read a book that has left you with some burning and intriguing questions? It must have been The Lord of the Rings. And one of these questions is, was Gimli the last of his dwarven race? No, Gimli was not the last of his dwarven race. Even when he went to the …
Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
Our beloved witcher, Geralt of Rivia is known to travel the witcher world and his adventures have become legends. But some of them are not even told the same in the books, the show, and the game Witcher III: Wild Hunt. Geralt’s amnesia is one of those stories. So how did Geralt lose his memory? …
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Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
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Genies are known to make wishes come true, at least in the version with the magic lamp. But does it work the same in the Witcher series? Not quite. The text contains spoilers for The Last Wish, so if you haven’t read it, be prepared! So, what did Geralt of Rivia Wish For in The …
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There are many magical fantasy books out there, and it is not an easy task to choose the best ones. Because of that, and so you can have more books to enjoy, we have made a huge list of the 50 best magic fantasy books for you to choose from. We also have a list …
When the name of Professor Severus Snape comes out, we’ll always have two different opinions, good and bad ones. But both of them agree that he is the most impressive character of the Harry Potter series. Still, his relationship with Harry was a strange one, so we have to wonder, did Snape love Harry Potter? …
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Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
The wizard Gandalf is not just one of the most famous, he is also one of the most mysterious characters in Tolkien’s Legendarium. Most people know him via Sir Ian McKellen’s masterful interpretation in Peter Jackson’s two trilogy, but the character of Gandalf has so much depth and his story is far bigger than the …
There are many disagreements on which Hogwarts House should bear the title of being number one. No matter if you value a certain House because of a specific character, your own values, or your Pottermore result, you must have a favorite. But how to rank Hogwarts Houses fairly? In this article, we explain why it …
One of the most popular trends right now is Andrzej Sapkowski’s Witcher. What were once short stories, have now become a phenomenon in the forms of novels, games, movies, and a TV show. The stories follow Geralt of Rivia, a witcher, a being with special abilities who is destined to fight monsters and protect the …
It is a well-known fact that Harry Potter is the main character of the whole series and also a hero in the fight against the “one who can’t be named”. Not only physical strength is enough to defeat the enemy, but mental strength is needed as well, mental strength that Hermione Granger also has a …
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In today’s article, we are going to answer one burning question for you – do Harry Potter and Hermione Granger ever kiss or sleep with each other in books or movies? No, Harry Potter and Hermione Granger never kiss or sleep with each other, neither in the books nor in any of the movies. But, …
We are bringing you a map of Middle-earth (Lord of the Rings), and all the key locations that can be found on it. Check it out below. Middle-earth key locations are: Amon Hen Angmar Arnor Bree Beleriand Dol Guldur Edoras Erebor Ered Luin Ered Mithrin Ered Nimrais Eriador Esgaroth Evendim Fangorn Forochel Gondor Harad Helm’s …
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In Lord of the Rings (Middle-earth), there are many great wizards. If you are here, you have surely been wondering, who is the most powerful one amongst them. We’ve found 10 wizards (or similar magic beings) from the Lord Of The Rings world and ranked them, from least to most powerful. Here are the 10 …
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If you would like to know more about Glorfindel you have come to the right place. In this article, we will cover who is Glorfindel, how old was he, was he in the Lord of the Rings movies, why didn’t he joined the Fellowship, and much more. Glorfindel (S. “Golden Haired”, pron. [ɡlorˈfindel]) was one …
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Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
In this article, we will explain everything about these magical artifacts called Three Rings, what are they, what are they called, what’s magical about them and everything else you need to know about Three Rings of the Elves in Lord of the Rings. There are three rings of the Elves, three of the Rings of …
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If you would like to know more about Mouth of Sauron you have come to the right place. In this article, we will cover who Mouth of Sauron is, what exactly was he, who plays him in the movie, what did he tell Gandalf, how did he die, and more. The Mouth of Sauron is …
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Moria was lost to dwarfs for a long long time, when Balin, with his expedition, set on a journey to reclaim it again. He even succeeded at that, but his destiny and the destiny of his fellowmen is not so bright. So we have to wonder, what happened to Balin’s expedition in Moria? Towards the …
During the events of the Bridge of Khazad-dûm, the Fellowship witness Gandalf facing the Balrog. When Gandalf falls, he’s still hanging on the cliff. And when Frodo cries out to Gandalf, Boromir prevents Frodo from going to him. Why didn’t the fellowship help Gandalf to get up? This is the question that a lot of …
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After watching The Hobbit trilogy you might be wondering, do Galadriel and Gandalf have a relationship in books? Even though it is not shown in the movie, it definitely looks like something is going on there. So, are Galadriel and Gandalf in love in Lord of the Rings books, unfortunately, the answer is NO. But …
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Even though they are the same person, one would maybe wonder why are they then called differently, who is stronger, and what are the differences between Gandalf the White and Gandalf the Grey. In this article, we are bringing you everything you need to know about those two different personas of the same person. And …
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Some of the most important, fun, and mystical beings in fantasy worlds are wizards, and the Lord of the Rings world, or better to say Middle Earth world is no different. In the Lord of the Rings world, there is an order of Wizards that came to Middle Earth, and five of them came to …
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Game of Thrones was perceived to be a ‘sort of medieval realism’ set during the time of civil war – a time where power was everything. The entire story has been based on the surrounding details and events that occur in such a time period, creating a fantastical and enchanting world for fans to explore. …
Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
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Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
There are many The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and The Silmarillion audiobook versions all over the internet, and in this article, we will bring you all that we know about them, and tell you which ones are the best audiobooks versions. The general consensus is that Unabridged versions narrated by Rob Inglis are …
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One of the most important assets every wizard and witch has is a wand. It helps them perform more complex forms of magic. There are many different combinations of the wands make and there are extremely common ones while the other ones are rare. However, if you do not have the luxury of visiting Ollivander’s, …
Although Peter Jackson put much effort into adapting Tolkien’s stories as faithfully as possible, both The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies contain a fair amount of changes, subtractions and additions to their respective narratives when compared to the original material. Most of these elements worked just fine, while a minority was and …
Any Harry Potter fan would argue they know all there is to the main characters, of course. But do you know what Hermione does for a living? What jobs did she have? What was her occupation after leaving Hogwarts? It is not hard to guess: she was one of the best witches of her time. …
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In Tolkien’s Middle-earth, the central location of his Legendarium, Men, although completely identical to humans, are a somewhat different race in the context of his works. The Men of Middle-earth have a different origin and they play a much more important role in the Legendarium. They also have some different traits than regular humans, their …
Harry and Draco are both evidently rich and doing well for themselves. Although Draco is the one that doesn’t shy away from mentioning how rich he is, many people are left surprised once they learn how rich Harry is as well. However, if you were to compare the estate of the two wizards, which one …
The amazing world of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Legendarium has been adapted on many occasions and in many different formats. The overall popularity of the franchise inspired other artists to create their own versions, be they radio dramas, television movies or series, feature-length movies, animated movies, video games and others. And while the two trilogies directed by …
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J.R.R. Tolkien was a philologist and he was heavily interested in the development of languages. When he was creating his fictional universe, initially, he did not put much effort into creating his own literary languages, but as the world of Middle-earth evolved, Tolkien put much effort creating the languages that would form an integral part …
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There are many characters in Lord of the Rings world, and in this article, we are bringing you how old all of those characters are (or at least the most popular ones). We have sorted them by their age from youngest to oldest character. In this table, we will bring you how old are the …
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The fantastical world of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is a classic and everlasting story that has enchanted readers of the book and later watchers of the movies. With marvelous story-telling, beautiful scenery, and descriptions of the lands, and a variety of stand-out characters and creatures, it’s no wonder The Hobbit and The …
The two most memorable female characters in the Harry Potter franchise form most people are Hermione and Ginny. Both girls play an important part in the books and are crucial in the fights which take place in the franchise. They are both extremely talented, each in different ways but what would happen if the two …
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Hermione Granger is one of the main characters in the Harry Potter franchise and you might think you know all there is about her life and legacy. However, one of the questions is how is she a witch if her parents are mudbloods? Magic is described as hereditary, so how is this possible? Hermione is …
In case you’re looking to find out everything you need to know about the 10 best Witcher Funko Pop action figures then you’re in the right place. For those of you who don’t know, Funko Inc. is an American company that manufactures licensed pop culture collectibles and is best known for its licensed vinyl figurines …
The Legendarium of J.R.R. Tolkien is one of the largest and best fictional universes ever and probably the best fantasy universe in history. Tolkien put a lot of effort in creating his fictional universe and the meticulous nature of his work is one of the chief reasons why he is so popular even today. Tolkien’s …
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Probably the greatest love story of the Lord of the Rings books, and of all Middle-earth, is the one between Aragorn and Arwen. And while it is even portrayed on screen, as well as in the books, we hear people often ask what happened to Arwen after Aragorn died. After Aragorn died at 210 in …
Given the fear Gandalf had about Moria, and the amount of time that apparently passed (given the state of the Dwarves’ remains in Moria), why wasn’t Gimli aware of its demise and the fall of his race in Lord of the Rings books/movies? Gimli did know that Moria is a dangerous place, but he didn’t …
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Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
The stories surrounding Bilbo Baggins’ adventures are numerous and it would take us a while to list and analyse all of them, not even including all the questions and dilemmas that are present in them. Still, we at Fiction Horizon have decided to approach these stories one at a time and give you an insight …
Harry Potter is a straightforward franchise that doesn’t include a lot of symbols; however, there is one that is shown very prominently. It seems to be important since it can be seen at some important places, such as Dumbledore’s signature as a replacement for the letter “A” or on Xeno Lovegood’s necklace. Chances are if …
Thorin Oakenshield is, as Tolkien himself wrote, “an enormously important Dwarf” in the mythology of his Legendarium. The leader of the group of Dwarves whom Bilbo Baggins accompanied in The Hobbit was a great warrior and a noble ruler, although he was not without his flaws. While he is not one of the more mysterious …
The weaponry of Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is an integral part of the whole mythology and it deserves as much attention as all other related questions. Some of the weapons in the franchise are basic and/or simple, but there is a certain number of special(ised) weapons that have a much larger role in …
One does not often get the opportunity to compare two fictional characters, one of which is a direct reinterpretation of the other. But, we are happy to state that we have the opportunity to do exactly that in today’s article. Namely, we are going to compare a classic literary character with his modern, manga version. …
Although the witcher has a memorable appearance and upon a mention of his name most people will have a clear image of him in their mind when it comes to his name you will get a plethora of different answers. He is known by many different names; most notably Geralt of Rivia or the Butcher …
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When you ask an ordinary person who their favorite Harry Potter character is you will most likely get an answer like Harry, Hermione, or even Draco. Unless you are talking to a fan of the series it’s unlikely you will hear the name, Daphne Greengrass. However, most of the fans will know who she is …
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One of the most important questions every Harry Potter fan needs answered is which Hogwarts house do they belong in. It seems Gryffindor and Slytherin are the more popular houses among the four options. Although we often see them as polar opposites of each other are the two houses really that different and what exactly …
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Gandalf was a very mysterious and interesting figure in the larger The Lord of the Rings mythology. A lot of his actions are still interpreted even today, whether they are ambiguous in the stories or just in need of clarification. Whatever the reason may be, Gandalf is a character who is interesting to analyse and …
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You know who Obelix is? The “big-boned” Gaul from the French comic book? Well, although he is not as hilarious as Obelix, Tolkien’s Legendarium also has a “big-boned” character that is a fan-favourite and that is Bombur, the fat Dwarf that counts for two Dwarves due to his girth. Bombur is quite benevolent and people …
A lot of things happened by accident in life. For example, penicillin was discovered after Sir Alexander Fleming accidentally left a petri dish over night in his laboratory. That is just one example. So, if accidents tend to happen in real life, where we really cannot control the circumstances surrounding us, why wouldn’t they happen …
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Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Although the universe contains a lot of different material …
J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is probably the best and most famous fantasy series in the history of the genre. Tolkien created a vast world that millions of people now adore and we are certain that even he had no idea that his mythology-inspired tale would become so popular. The books were adapted …
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Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Tolkien’s universe has a lot of mysteries and while …
Tolkien’s Legendarium is one of the biggest, most popular and most interesting fictional universes we have. It is – in a way – the epitome of a fantasy-based universe and served as a prototype for all later similar universes that are part of the fantasy genre. Although the universe contains a lot of different material …
In his famous series, The Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien wrote about the One Ring, a magical ring that would rule over the Great Rings, each of which was given to one of the three known races. This happened around 1590 of the Second Age. One group of rings was given to Men, another …
Bilbo Baggins is one of the principal characters of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings series, despite being somewhat in the background in the main series. Bilbo Baggins has been on a lot of adventures during his long life and they are well chronicled in Tolkien’s series, but more interesting than the adventures is …
Have you ever thought about how your favorite heroes and other wizards and witches from your favorite series got their names? What do they mean and where do they come from? Do you know what etymology is? Ron and Hermione had two children – a daughter Rose Granger-Weasley, and a son Hugo Granger-Weasley. If you …
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J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is probably the best and most famous fantasy series in the history of the genre. Tolkien created a vast world that millions of people now adore and we are certain that even he had no idea that his mythology-inspired tale would become so popular. The books were adapted …
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Continuing our series of articles on Grand Admiral Thrawn, we are going to go back to the roots of the character – the very sources that introduced the famed villain into George Lucas’ Star Wars universe. Timothy Zahn is an American science-fiction that introduced Grand Admiral Thrawn to the expanded Legends universe, which ultimately led …
Remember the creatures who have protected the young wizards in the Harry Potter series? They called them Patronuses. Why did they call them that? Patronus in Latin means “protector”. You can summon your Patronus by using the Patronus Charm, saying the words: Expecto Patronum, which literally means “waiting for the protector” (also in Latin, of …
In this article, we will tell you about all the beings that have found and used the One Ring in the Lord of the Rings world. There where seven beings that found and used the One Ring in the Lord of the Rings. They are Sauron, Isildur, Sméagol and Déagol, Bilbo Baggins, Frodo, and Sam. …
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With the recent surge in popularity of The Witcher series, thanks to the Netflix adaptation which made it more widely available, the series gained many new fans. Most of them decide to continue the experience by playing an equally popular game series also named The Witcher. Since the games change a pretty big part of …
Geralt of Rivia is known by many different names, White Wolf and the White One just to name a few. Besides these, Geralt is also known as the Butcher of Blaviken. Although a very badass alias, it carries a dark connotation. So why does Geralt have such a dark and gruesome nickname? People started calling …
With the relatively recent addition in the form of a TV series, The Witcher franchise grew in popularity immensely. It brought in a lot of new fans that were either unaware of the books or simply did not read them. This usually brings forth the question of how wills the series end, or more precisely …
One of the more interesting things fans can do is trying to figure out who would win in a fight between characters we never canonically saw in a fight. These kinds of debates were around probably as long as the fans were around. Another thing that makes these imaginary fights even better is the fact …
Gift shopping can sometimes be hard. Whether it’s for a birthday, or for holidays, it can be tough to find something that your loved one will like. Luckily, if your loved one is a “Potterhead”, you can’t go wrong with buying anything related to the Harry Potter series. Here are the 10 best Harry Potter …
Sauron is one of those mysterious villains that require deep knowledge of the entire lore to fully understand. Just like everything else in his life his final defeat can not be explained at first glance. It is quite simple actually, once the ring was destroyed most of Sauron’s power was gone with it and he …
The battle of Black Gate from the end of the Lord of the Rings trilogy may be one of the most memorable scenes from the entire trilogy. However, there is a mystery regarding that scene. At one point, Sauron addresses Aragorn, but what exactly did he tell him? Sauron told him that he could not …
One of the most popular sayings regarding filmmaking is the one which claims that the hero is only as good as his villain is which is why the antagonist is usually the most memorable part of a story. Lord of The Rings trilogy, being as popular as it is, should have a villain we know …
For those who have read The Lord of the Rings or seen the movies, Frodo Baggins seems to be the obvious choice for the hero of the saga. He is the one who carries the Ring to Mordor and ultimately destroys it, thereby defeating Sauron. But, a lot of fans keep wondering, and we are …
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Talion is one of the better-known characters from the video games that follow the storyline of The Lord of The Rings trilogy. He presents a crucial part of the Middle Earth series of the games where he is one of the more important characters. A part of the story which is depicted in the games …
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Throughout the course of the Lord of the Ring movies, you may have noticed mysterious dark orbs which show up several times. If upon seeing them you wondered what they are and what is their purpose in the movies you would not be the only one. Sauron used Palantir, the ark orbs, to help him …
If you’re a fan of the fantasy genre, we’re sure you’ve watched or at least read J. R. R. Tolkien’s trilogy or you are also familiar with the Game of Thrones TV series, an adaptation of the novel from George R. R. Martin’s Song of Ice and Fire series. There are similarities between them, which …
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For most people, it is easy to determine the age based on their appearance. However, when looking at the main villain of the Harry Potter franchise this task will prove itself to be more difficult than anticipated. If you add the complications that occur due to Lord Voldemort’s regeneration it is understandable why most people …
When talking about franchises with memorable villains many will immediately think of the Harry Potter franchise and its noseless big bad. Until the recent addition to the franchise in the form of Fantastic Beasts movies, many fans were only vaguely aware of Gellert Grindelwald, who is the original dark lord of the wizarding world. Luckily, …
We know Voldemort dedicated his life to killing a simple boy, Harry Potter. And he wasn’t opposed to killing others either. But Voldemort didn’t like to kill witches and wizards and called it unnecessary. So why did he kill Lily and James Potter if James was a pure-blood wizard which Voldemort appreciated? The answer is …
If you aren’t a faithful fan of the books or the TV show The Witcher, or you missed the first few episodes, you must be wondering who even is Renfri. Why did Geralt kill her, how, and what was the result of these actions? Geralt usually kills monsters, so why was this human on his …
Even though Legolas is one of the minor characters in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, he is one of the most beloved characters. The fan appreciation goes so far that the director Peter Jackson brought him back for The Hobbit trilogy, even though he was not supposed to be in it. However, despite this, …
If this article caught your eye, you must be a big fan of the series about this famous little wizard, or you will just become one. When you read all the books by J. K. Rowling, and after watching all of the movies, we are sure you will come to your own conclusions. The best …
Geralt of Rivia and Ciri are the most beloved characters in the Witcher universe. Their father-daughter relationship is beautiful to watch on screen and read about in the books as well! People have been questioning their features, thinking they are actually related. They are not, but their love for each other doesn’t depend on that. …
Harry Potter is believed to be the most famous child ever and a favorite fictional character among children and young adults. He is equally celebrated in his fictional Wizarding World and the school he is attending, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, as he is in the real world. Harry became popular for being the …
Tolkien’s whirlwind world of Middle-earth has seen the mightiest heroes and villains rise and fall all across its vast, and often brutal, terrains. Countless schemers and executors, attempting to force their way to the bloody privilege of authoring history, had to constantly jostle for position at the desk. Our focus narrows on one who would …
We as an audience like to focus on the main character the most. The reason for that is that we follow their stories more in-depth than the rest of the characters. Geralt is the most known to all of us no matter how much we like the other characters. We can easily understand what he …
The elegant queen of the Reunited Kingdom of Gondor and Arnor was as inspirational as she was beautiful. Her Elven class was personified by the regality exuding crowns that regularly adorned her pretty head. Brought to life by Liv Tyler’s incredible performances in the LOTR trilogy, Arwen undisputedly held the title of “nerdom’s girlfriend” for …
Geralt of Rivia is certainly the most famous witcher. After all, he is the main character of the books, the Polish films, the Netflix series, and the games. But is he the strongest one? It is not something we can find out easily since there is not a single list of witchers and their abilities …
The Lord of the Rings trilogy can certainly be classified as a classic of the fantasy genre. Whether you are a fan of this series or have just heard of it, you will agree that it is one of the best and certainly timeless works of the famous master of literature John Ronald Reuel Tolkien. …
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Star Wars is an American franchise of epic space works created by George Lucas, which began with the 1977 eponymous film and quickly became a global pop culture phenomenon. It featured so many alien characters, and one of those characters is the Wookiees. You’ve probably would have many questions about the Wookiee’s existence, so let …
The Star Wars universe is, needless to say, home to a vast gallery of unique and memorable (and dangerous) characters who either aid or hinder our heroes’ quests for ultimate victory. An underrated fan-favorite catches the eye for his history of doing both…as well as for his fashion sense. Was Lando Calrissian simply trying to …
“That is the Elder Wand, the most powerful wand in the world, You’ll be invincible.” This statement by Ron keeps ringing in my head. Why did harry break the elder wand also known as the death stick? Think about it, the wand is really powerful, though, to everyone that has owed the wand, it has …
Several games, TV series, and Novels, have been inspired by the work of J.R.R Tolkien in Middle-Earth. This imaginary land has got the interest of historians, academicians, and the general population. So, what is the population size of Middle Earth to inspire such great works? The size of Middle Earth is estimated to be 3 …
Legolas was part of the fellowship of the ring, and he was there on behalf oof hid father Elvenking Thranduil of Mirkwood. Legolas acted as a messenger and archer. He utilized his sensitive hearing, attacked with his perfect marksmanship. He was valuable on the journey across the middle-earth. He eventually made up with Gimli the …
Introduced by the infamous J. K. Rowling, Lord Voldemort is one of the most notorious fictional characters in the magical Harry Potter franchise. Tom Marvolo Riddle, also known as Lord Voldemort, was introduced in the franchise’s very first novel as the main antagonist of the series. Lord Voldemort made his first appearance in the cinematic …
Fans of J.R.R Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings need no introduction to his first best-selling children’s fantasy novel The Hobbit. Despite The Lord of the Rings being his ultimate and legendary success, it was The Hobbit that placed him in the public’s eye as a master of fantasy and imagination. But despite its wonderful …
They say that art is as old as humanity itself. Fiction, as an art form, is not as old as humanity, but it’s probably as old as writing. It has evolved from a written form (literature) in Antiquity to modern art forms such as movies, comic books, and video games. An incredible amount of characters …
One thing is for certain, Pennywise is a terrifying monster. Aside from the creepy clown guise, he is also capable of manifesting as a person’s worst fear and this is what helps him hunt down children in the fictional town of Derry, Maine. However, unbeknownst to many is that Pennywise actually has an arch-enemy and …
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When Eragon felt a sharp pain in his lower belly, this aroused suspicions about what the tree took from him. After reading Brisingr for the first time, you would be curious about what the tree had taken from him. There are different theories about what the tree took, and these theories shall be examined one …
Every Silmarillion fans know that there are quite a lot of characters in The Silmarillion collection which was written by the English writer John Ronald Reuel Tolkien or also known as J.R.R. Tolkien and was published by his son, Christopher. The stories mainly revolved around a fictional universe which includes the Middle-Earth continent where the …
The Lord of the Rings is a high fantasy novel by the English author and scholar J.R.R. Tolkien. Supposedly set in Middle-Earth, which is essentially the world today at some point in the past, the story mainly evolves around the Dark Lord Sauron who has created one ring to rule the other rings of power …
The young and naive hobbit Frodo Babbins is running away from the evil army of Orcs created by Saruman. While he is required to destroy the One Ring and prevent it from getting into the hands of the Dark Forces, the Orcs are on a mission to kill him and take it away from him. …
In this article, we are bringing you the shortest books of Master of Horror Stephen King. They may be short, but that doesn’t mean they are not great books. 5 Shortest Stephen King Books: The Cycle of the Werewolf (page count 127) Elevation (page count 144) The Colorado Kid (page count 184) Carrie (page count …
In the second film installment of Lord of the Rings, The Two Towers, when we first visited the kingdom of Rohan, something quite unusual happened. When Aragorn, Gimli, and Legolas entered the king’s castle along with Gandalf, they were asked to submit their weapons before they could appear before the king. Then the sickly king, …
There is absolutely no doubt that Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy is one of the most influential fantasy works ever written. And although there are numerous academic studies of the whole trilogy and its narrative elements, there are still questions that confuse the readers or are left unanswered. Today, we have decided to …
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One of the most popular topics among fans is why can’t Gandalf touch the Ring. If you are wondering the same, this article is for you. Gandalf actually can touch the ring, and he has done it multiple times, he just doesn’t want to hold it for long because he doesn’t want to fall under …
The main characters from Netflix’s The Witcher TV show is Geralt of Rivia. He usually has yellow eyes, but while in his ‘berserker mode’, his eyes turn black, so why is that? It has been pointed out that the color alludes to the relation to ‘cat’ eyes, as feline creatures’ eyes are often yellow-green in …
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You know how much easier it is to choose gifts for girls, whether it is your daughter, granddaughter, niece, or just a good friend. And if they love the Harry Potter series or its individual characters, the choice will definitely not be difficult. These are the 10 Best Harry Potter gifts for girls on the …
Are you among those fans of the Harry Potter series who think that J. K. Rowling made a big mistake when she decided to create a love romance between Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley? Or maybe you prefer Harry Potter as her beloved? The only one to be “blamed” for this wrong romance is the …
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Hermione Granger is one of the protagonists of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter franchise. This article examines her heritage and how she found out she was a witch.
J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series is one of the most popular and lucrative franchises in modern history. The story of Harry Potter, a young wizard whose parents are killed by the evil Lord Voldemort, but he himself survived the encounter, and his adventures have inspired generations of children and have spanned a multi-media franchise consisting …
Gandalf is one of the strongest characters in the whole Lord of the Rings world, but, one of the very wise elves, Galadriel, is someone that can maybe match his might. So who is really stronger, Gandalf or Galadriel, let us explain in detail. Gandalf the White, or in his true form, is much stronger …
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As you probably know, Elves have an extremely long life in Lord of the Rings mythology, but, what you may not know is who among them is the oldest Elf. Bare in mind, we are only looking here at Elves mentioned in Lord of the Rings trilogy, even thou, we will mention two even older …
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Gollum is a very strange creature, even for The Lord of the Rings world, and one of the more intriguing questions about Gollum is if he is a cannibal, and does he eat babies in books or in movies? Gollum is a cannibal that ate young orcs (goblins) for centuries. Even so, there are some …
There are many kingdoms in The Lord of the Rings/Middle-earth, but, unfortunately, we don’t know exactly how many there are because Tolkien never gave details about anything other than the West. We will list all known kingdoms below, and tell you everything you need to know about them. There are seven kingdoms in The Lord …
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There is an obvious bond between the two main Hobbit characters in Lord of the Rings books and movies, so people are with reason wondering, was Frodo Baggins gay, and is Sam in love with him? Neither was it said that Frodo Baggins was gay nor that Sam was in love with him. Their relationship …
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Maybe you haven’t noticed, but if you are here, maybe you have, almost no one is addressing Sméagol in books or movies as Gollum. So how or why did Smeagol’s “name” became Gollum? The corrupting effects of the One Ring on the hobbit Sméagol are well-known: when his relative Déagol found the Ring, Sméagol became …
In this article, we will tell you everything there is to know about the greatest craftsman in the history of Middle-earth, Celebrimbor. Who is he, what corrupts him, how he dies, his forging of the Rings of Power and everything else. Celebrimbor (S, pron. [ˌkɛlɛˈbrɪmbɔr]) was the son of Curufin, fifth son of Fëanor. Aside …
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In Lord of the Rings (Middle-earth), there are many great swordsmen. If you are here, you have surely been wondering, who is the best one amongst them. Even thou everybody has its own favorite, we are bringing you here 10 best Lord of the Rings swordsmen in our opinion. We won’t include on this list …
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