One of the great attractions of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power is the story of Aragorn’s ancestor, Isildur. In the films of Peter Jacksonhe was portrayed as a traitor, known for having disobeyed Elrond and kept the One Ring for himself, resulting in disasters that would culminate in Frodo’s journey. However, the Prime Video series delves deeper into his past in Numenorshowing the events that shaped the man he would become.
The second season of the series expands on this background, revealing a more complex side of Isildur. He survives the war started by Adar and emerges as a wounded and distrustful character. This may explain why he felt the need to accumulate power and rule with an iron fist in the future, distrusting even his allies.
Isildur survives and faces challenges in Pelargir
At the end of the first season, Adar’s orc army attacked the alliance between men, Galadriel and the legions of Númenor, creating the shadowy region of Mordor and transforming Mount Doom. Miriel returns blind to Númenor, and Elendilfather of Isilduris devastated when he cannot find his son. But in the new season, we discover that Isildur is alive, fighting for survival on the outskirts of Tirharad, where he even faces the giant spider Shelob.
During his escape, Isildur encounters a woman named Estridwho unfortunately betrays and hurts him. This scenario puts the hero on an even more difficult journey, full of dangers and betrayals.
The Adar conspiracy and the resistance in Pelargir
Adar, with the help of Sauron (disguised as Halbrand), devises a plan to free some human prisoners while others flee the battles. However, many are spies for Adar, and Isildur and Estrid are ambushed by cultists bearing the mark of Mordor. The situation looks grim, but Isildur receives help from Arondir, the Silvanus elf, who, although happy to see Isildur alive, is suspicious of Estrid’s intentions.
Isildur’s dilemma over power in Númenor
Meanwhile, Númenor is in a delicate situation. With the death of the king, the blind Miriel assumes the throne, but Pharazôncousin of Mirielplots to seize power with the support of Isildur’s sister, Eärien. Apparently, Eärien believes that if her father does not claim the throne, she will do so herself. Isildur, for his part, is torn between his royal duty and his personal doubts, mainly due to the guilt over his mother’s death, something he has carried since childhood.
The mystery of Estrid and her intentions
Estrid is not a simple character. She bears the mark of Adar and tries to hide it, burning it to disguise it. Her attempt to hide this detail raises suspicions, especially since her attitude indicates that she may be infiltrated in the resistance group. With the death of Bronwynone of the leaders of the resistance, it becomes even easier for spies like Estrid to take advantage of the situation.
Estrid’s possible betrayal and the impact on Isildur
The relationship between Isildur and Estrid is central to the narrative. Some theorists believe that Estrid could be the future wife of Isildurbut the series may be misleading viewers, just as it did with Halbrandwho turned out to be Sauron. Estrid may be manipulating Isildurtaking advantage of its vulnerability to destabilize Peel and Numenor. If Isildur discovering your betrayal, this can change him, making him colder and more suspicious in the future.
This development could be crucial to the arc of Isildurleading him to the fateful moment when, years later, he will betray Elrond on Mount Doom, changing the fate of Middle-earth forever.
Summary for those in a hurry:
- The series Rings of Power explores the past of Isildur, ancestor of Aragorn.
- Isildur survives the war of Adar and faces new challenges and betrayals.
- Númenor is on the brink of civil war, with Pharazôn seeking to seize power.
- Estrid, a new character, raises suspicions by hiding her mark from Adar.
- Isildur struggles with doubts about his royal duty and a childhood trauma.
- Estrid’s possible betrayal could shape Isildur’s dark future.
Source: Atrevida
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