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Episode: Maeglin, Murder, and Misplaced Love | JRR Tolkien’s The Silmarillion | 015
Description: Uncover the tragic tale of Maeglin, the son of a Noldorin princess and a Sindarin prince, whose heritage set him apart in the hidden city of Gondolin. Explore the contrasting personalities of the Elven houses, from the haughty pride of the Noldor to the deep sorrow of the Sindar, and how these tensions shaped Maeglin’s dark fate. Delve into the complex dynamics of Gondolin’s court, where a king’s fateful judgment leads to a dangerous betrayal and an attempted murder that would forever alter the course of the city’s future.Who are you...