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A Bit of Rope
Larner - 16 Sep 10 - 6:44 PM
Because Gandalf did not die, the Balrog poses threat to both Lorien and Mirkwood. What a dread truth for the Wizard to bear! And he intends to sacrifice himself for Frodo's sake, once it is asked of him.
No wonder Aragorn grieves now!
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maeglin - 15 Jun 11 - 6:43 PM
But of course Gandalf's a meddler! That's the business & purpose of Wizards, really. Though "Good", they use others as tools because it's necessary. As it is for all great lords.
I think Gandalf's character in this chapter was dead on, and thoroughly canonical.
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Aiwendiel - 16 Jun 11 - 6:23 AM
How fun to awaken to a duel between readers over my particular "wasn't he supposed to be dead by now" Gandalf the Grey! Delicious -- both versions! Yep-- meddling old grump. Yep --uses others as necessary tools, 'cause that's what wizards do for a living. Excuse my wide grin while I enjoy your tiny spat on my behalf! IMMD!
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