Who is Glorfindel? 'LOTR: Rings of Power' Season 2 hints at one prominent character's appearance

While fans of 'The Lord of the Rings' have high expectations, Morfydd Clark's recent comment has generated buzz regarding a certain character
UPDATED AUG 13, 2024
Glorfindel, a captivating character in 'The Lord of the Rings,' has a unique history, first appearing in the First Age (@primevideo)
Glorfindel, a captivating character in 'The Lord of the Rings,' has a unique history, first appearing in the First Age (@primevideo)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: With 'LOTR: The Rings of Power' Season 2 premiering on Thursday, August 29, the cast and crew are gearing up for the show's highly anticipated return.

In recent interviews, the cast has shared exciting insights into the series. Notably, Morfydd Clark discussed Galadriel's complexity and emotional depth in an interview with CBR, hinting at her character's growth into the regal figure from 'The Lord of the Rings'.

Clark's comments suggest that Galadriel's development will be a central focus of Season 2. However, her remarks in another interview may have significant implications for the upcoming season.

Will Glorfindel be joining 'LOTR: The Rings of Power' Season 2?

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A still from 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' (@primevideo)

'LOTR: The Rings of Power' Season 2 is expanding its talented cast, sparking curiosity about the new characters joining the show.

With fans of 'The Lord of the Rings' holding high expectations, Morfydd Clark's recent comments have already started generating buzz.

In an interview with Looper, Clark was asked which character could defeat Galadriel in combat. Initially, she responded that the outcome would depend on the circumstances, but when pressed further, she mentioned Glorfindel—a character who has yet to appear in 'The Rings of Power'.

This hint from Clark suggests Glorfindel might be introduced in Season 2, leaving fans eager to see how this beloved character from 'The Lord of the Rings' will be portrayed.

Who is Glorfindel in 'The Lord of the Rings'?

A still from the show 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' (@primevideo)
A still from 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' (@primevideo)

Glorfindel, a captivating character in 'The Lord of the Rings', has a unique history. Initially, he appeared in the First Age, sacrificing himself to defeat a Balrog during the Fall of Gondolin.

However, his reappearance in 'The Fellowship of the Ring' (set in the Third Age) posed a problem, as Elves never reused names. To resolve this, Tolkien resurrected Glorfindel through the Valar, similar to Gandalf's return.

This twist gives 'The Rings of Power' flexibility in portraying Glorfindel, as his actions between the Second and Third Ages remain largely unexplored in 'LOTR' lore.

With no established precedent, the show can creatively integrate Glorfindel without contradicting the original story. Hopefully, he will finally make his on-screen debut, after being omitted from the 'LOTR' films.

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'LOTR: The Rings of Power' Season 2 will premiere on Thursday, August 29.

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