Aug 28, 2023 · The sword ''Sting'', acquired and named by Bilbo, later inherited by Frodo, has no inscription.In Peter Jackson's film adaptation of The Lord of the Rings, the sword (Sting) does have an inscription.

Jan 14, 2013 · The Gondolin elves didn't enchant their weapons intending them to glow when orcs were near. They just do, because they made them to be fell weapons against orcs, and glowing is more of a side effect to the weapons wanting to slay orcs. That's just elvish "magic". They put as much effort into making a good dagger as a good sword.

May 3, 2013 · 'Look!' he [Strider] cried; and stooping he lifted from the ground a black cloak that had lain there hidden by the darkness. A foot above the lower hem there was a slash. 'This was the stroke of Frodo's sword,' he said. 'The only hurt that it did to his enemy, I fear; for it is unharmed, but all blades perish that pierce that dreadful King.'

Jul 21, 2015 · Unidentified Elf and sword-staff, at Helm's Deep. Unidentified Elf and sword, at Helm's Deep. Elrond and his Elven army at the Siege of Barad-dûr. When the regiment of Elves who came to Helm's Deep draw their swords, none of them seem to be glowing (the sword drawing happens at about 0:40 into the clip):

Two of the figures halted. The third was taller than the others: his hair was long and gleaming and on his helm was a crown. In one hand he held a long sword, and in the other a knife; both the knife and the hand that held it glowed with a pale light. He …

Oct 30, 2014 · It is unlikely that Frodo expected direct intervention from the Valar -- any more than a Catholic praying for help would expect an angel to appear and smite his enemies. Rather, calling the name of Elbereth was an act of defiance. It would affirm Frodo's faith and courage, and at least cause some discomfort to the Witch King.

Aug 5, 2022 · So, Frodo's mithril mail, Sam's sword (which he left with Frodo in Shelob's lair) and Frodo's elven-cloak and brooch arrive in Gandalf's hands via the Mouth. The orc rags came off Frodo's back after he was rescued. In the Tower of Cirith Ungol, Frodo is naked and in order to leave, Sam dresses both of them in orc gear: 'Quick now. Mr. Frodo ...

Jun 22, 2017 · [Fingolfin] drew his sword Ringil, that glittered like ice. The Silmarillion, chapter XVIII: "Of the Ruin of Beleriand and the Fall of Fingolfin" This doesn't suggest it glowing blue, but some sort of light is coming out from it; so The Lay of Leithan is just slightly expanding on the more-canon The Silmarillion.

May 18, 2015 · Gilthoniel!" The wraiths withdraw, approach again, and Aragorn scares them off. He finds a black cloak with a tear near the bottom, and says: "This was the stroke of Frodo's sword. The only hurt that it did to his enemy, I fear, for [the sword] is unharmed, but all blades must perish that pierce that dreadful king.

Feb 29, 2024 · Bilbo's / Frodo's mithril chain mail was made for an Elven prince, that much is established. A friend now sent me this article: Frodo's Mithril Shirt Once Belonged to Another Lord of the Rings Hero. According to the article, one of the only possible elven princes was Legolas: The other thing that Bilbo took back with him didn't come from a ...