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What on Middle Earth

The Valaquenta: Of the Valar

Season 1, Ep. 2

In our second episode of What on Middle Earth, we move on to the Valaquenta. Or rather, the gods of Tolkien's universe.


Who are they? What spheres of influence do they cover? If you enjoy creation myths and learning more about Arda and Middle Earth before The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, listen along and maybe learn a little more about this fascinating fantasy universe.


Let us know what you think about the show and your thoughts via email, over on whatonmiddleearth@yahoo.com

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