Becoming Strider: Aragorn Before the Lord of the Rings

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  • Опубліковано 21 лис 2024

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  • @RealmsUnravelled
    @RealmsUnravelled  Місяць тому +130

    I made a small error in the family tree section of this video! As covered in my last video, Elwing is actually the granddaughter of Beren and Luthien not their daughter. This doesn't affect the video in any way i just wanted to address it and pin the comment incase any of you eagle eyed viewers picked up on it 😊

    • @maguszeal5818
      @maguszeal5818 Місяць тому +8

      Thank you for this enlightening and interesting perspective of the universe of arda.

    • @c.antoniojohnson7114
      @c.antoniojohnson7114 Місяць тому +6

      Aragorn is related to all three houses of Edain,The House of Finarfin,and a Maia....his family tree is the most diverse in middle earth..it even traces back to The House of Finwë...Yes, Aragorn is related to Fëanor too.

    • @c.antoniojohnson7114
      @c.antoniojohnson7114 Місяць тому +2

      That's Dior's daughter,and the wife of Ëarendil the Mariner.... mother of Elrond and Elros.

    • @goodputin4324
      @goodputin4324 Місяць тому +3

      ​@@c.antoniojohnson7114don't forget the House of Fingolfin too.
      Elros' great grandfather was Turgon, King of Gondolin.

    • @destructionindustries1987
      @destructionindustries1987 Місяць тому +2

      Thanks for that! And this is great work. So Galadriel is Arwen's grandma.

  • @KellyJelly9976
    @KellyJelly9976 Місяць тому +60

    King Elessar! THE FLAME OF THE WEST. This was so good! 🫶🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @denisfontaine5980
    @denisfontaine5980 Місяць тому +56

    This is by far, the best video on Tolkien universe I've ever seen. You manage to capture the grandeur of Tolkien description of events, places, ambience, spirituality, beauty and sorrow. The meticulous attention to details in the deep history and lineage finally gives the listener who is not as well verse in Tolkien lore a sense of how deep and far the different events and characters are linked together ! Bravo. The use of perfectly use music mix with great illustration and the superb Narration ( who did not fall into the trap of doing Bad voice acting for once and instead simply read with great intention, tone and intensity the different quote from the books).. Once again, tank's to everybody involved in the making of these video's At '' Realms Unravelled'' ! This is your best work yet! Can't wait for the next one !

  • @davidclaudy4822
    @davidclaudy4822 Місяць тому +66

    I read my first book of Tolkien at 10 years old. I’m 58 and still love re-reading all of his books. It started my love of fantasy and science fiction books.

    • @thezieg
      @thezieg 20 днів тому

      @davidclaudy4822 my story as well and same age as you!

    • @CharlieGotAFatDumpy
      @CharlieGotAFatDumpy 5 днів тому

      I love how Tolkien’s work transcends generations… My grandfather read just about everything Tolkien ever wrote, my father was never really a fan, but the moment I watched the film as a child, it was a life changing experience. I have now started my journey of catching up to my late grandfather, taking up his mantle. I have read all of the Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Silmarillion, as well as a few of the shorter stories such as Beren and Luthien. And I plan to keep reading more until I finish everything that he and his son ever wrote. It’s a tall task but I’m up for the challenge, as the world/lore they have built is absolutely astonishing. Tolkien has truly changed my life, and it’s crazy to think that he did the same thing to my grandfather, over 60 years ago… The man was truly a genius and I feel so happy to live in a world where we are able to indulge in his great works… Sorry for the rant, but your statement really brought up old emotions and reminded me of him and the way he shaped my adult life by introducing me to Tolkien’s literature. Tolkien has always been the way that I remember him and think back about all of the great times we had watching the films. Crazy that he has had such a profound impact on so many people’s lives over the span of almost an entire century.

  • @buddlos
    @buddlos Місяць тому +16

    You can feel the love and respect for Tolkien's work throughout this whole video (and channel).
    I honestly had the same feelings of immersion and enthralment from when I watched Peter Jackson's trilogy for the first time.

  • @johnfleet235
    @johnfleet235 Місяць тому +54

    I wanted to make this comment, I have always thought that Aragorn's love for Arwen was something that Dark lord and his Ring could never give Aragorn. Aragorn was highly resistant to the power of the Ring since what he desired the Ring could not give. I am sure those years in Rivendell were hard years where Elrond and his House trained and educated Aragorn for the task ahead. I suspect few if any mortal before Aragorn had such training.

    • @dellisaflavius1538
      @dellisaflavius1538 24 дні тому +1

      You know I always wonder this, what if he had the ring? Would it affect him? since he didn't want or cared about power, all his soul wanted was her.

    • @Bastion83
      @Bastion83 12 днів тому +1

      ​​@@dellisaflavius1538somewhere in the writing it did say that even the most noble could be corrupted by the rings. It implies that at least a couple of the Ring Wraiths were good men originally because it states that the rings corrupt the wearers although the time it takes depends on the nature of who they were before they put their ring on.

    • @andrew-rn9ui
      @andrew-rn9ui 2 дні тому

      ​@@dellisaflavius1538Tolkien I believe said arragorn would have been corrupted by the time they reached Rohan or during or after the battle of helms deep had he taken the ring

  • @Zoeaxel
    @Zoeaxel Місяць тому +13

    I sincerely appreciate the thought that was put into this video. The music and imagery are beautiful and they fit your narration so well. Thank you! 🤍

  • @xClippo
    @xClippo Місяць тому +57

    you should do an audiobook with music, your voice is amazing

    • @randywhelchel4674
      @randywhelchel4674 26 днів тому

      YES!!! I only do Audio books now since I have 3 boys .. over 500 books

  • @sash9249
    @sash9249 Місяць тому +5

    I loved this! Aragon is my favourite literary character, and to be told his backstory in such a visual and respectful way was a joy to watch! Also, the writing here is faithful to the richness of Tolkien. If only Amazon hired you to write their scripts, we would have something more approaching the grandeur and beauty of Tolkien's prose. Bravo!

  • @terrymoran3705
    @terrymoran3705 13 днів тому +1

    An EXCELLANT video for anyone, new or old to the world of Tolkien, wishing to have a broader and deeper understanding of LOR by following this often overlooked and central character to it. Brilliant I say!

  • @ericmcdonald7313
    @ericmcdonald7313 Місяць тому +11

    It took me years to learn these family trees, this video did it in under an hour. Awesome

  • @dunkelwalde695
    @dunkelwalde695 Місяць тому +7

    I was hooked fom start to finish. Even though I had already read much of what was said, the story telling drew me in and I was captivated. Excellent work!!!

  • @captmack007
    @captmack007 15 днів тому +2

    Ahhhh excellent telling of this tale. And the ending is spectacular ✨️

  • @clerns
    @clerns Місяць тому +11

    The effort and production quality put into the videos on this channel are unmatched by any of the Tolkien youtubers that I've seen. Very well done, looking forward to more to come.

  • @grottoguru6473
    @grottoguru6473 Місяць тому +133

    This is by far the greatest LotR channel to ever exist!

    • @RealmsUnravelled
      @RealmsUnravelled  Місяць тому +22

      Thank you for the kind words! It's very encouraging to receive this kind of feedback 🙂

    • @ADR-x4d
      @ADR-x4d Місяць тому +8

      Without question.

    • @Sam-kn2mm
      @Sam-kn2mm Місяць тому +5

      That’s a bold statement!!! I’ll have to Sub and start watching after that compliment!!

    • @maneco88
      @maneco88 Місяць тому +3

      It is the best channel

    • @tarynolyvia
      @tarynolyvia Місяць тому +2

      Tolkien Untangled is my favorite and I believe the best and most researched, but I am enjoying this channel a lot so far! Perhaps check them out if you’re interested in more LotR videos. ❤
      Edit: Also Men of the West and In Deep Geek!

  • @BlueHusky701
    @BlueHusky701 Місяць тому +35

    @RealmsUnravelled, I'm not sure how your videos showed up in my feed, but I'm so thankful that they did. I grew up reading Tolkiens books with my dad. He was typically a very reserved guy and not a fan of fiction or fantasy media. When he noticed that I was showing interest things like Zelda, DnD, and comics, he asked if I had heard of LOTR. Because I was a small kid, I think maybe 7 or 8 I hadn't.
    He started reading the books to me before bed and my mind was blown. Partly because i didn't expect my dad to interested in anything like LOTR and the sheer volume of the stories. His knowledge and enthusiasm of those stories really stuck with me as I grew up. After finding your channel I've been able to go back to him and expand on the characters from the stories with new questions and ideas.
    Thanks for doing what you do, my dude!

  • @TheCounterCulture2023
    @TheCounterCulture2023 Місяць тому +9

    Peter Jacksons new films could be about Aragorns time in the east. They could meet other races and it wouldn't be against cannon he could meet the blue wizards or even the Ent wives. It could be incredible!

  • @isaacstovell867
    @isaacstovell867 Місяць тому +13

    this was a brilliant deep-dive. despite having read the appendices Aragorn's pre-LotR life never came alive to me in such a way as you have communicated. thanks!

  • @leroyjenkins3216
    @leroyjenkins3216 Місяць тому +57

    I think if Tolkien could sit down and listen and watch Realms Unraveled, he would be pleasantly happy.

    • @leroyjenkins3216
      @leroyjenkins3216 Місяць тому +8

      Realms Unraveled really is an intriguing and beautiful channel. Thank you for your time and hard work!

  • @rurkovmj
    @rurkovmj Місяць тому +3

    read all tolkien books many times since i was 14 we all fall in love with his poetry but this video is best i have seen and i have seen plenty well done guys

  • @johndefore3567
    @johndefore3567 Місяць тому +6

    THIS NEEDS TO BE A SHOW!! this is so good, thank you!!

  • @shereemcclelland2186
    @shereemcclelland2186 Місяць тому +4

    Thankyou, you immersed me into middle earth and into Aragorns life, so much detail. Took me from this troubled world even only for a short time. Tolkien was a genius, how much imagination did this man have, I cannot believe what a truly remarkable story was written. “The crownless shall become king”. ❤️🇦🇺

  • @suebristow5194
    @suebristow5194 Місяць тому +9

    Absolutely wonderful. Just love your channel. Please keep up the brilliant work

  • @dibarcus1452
    @dibarcus1452 Місяць тому +5

    Of all the channels regarding JRR Tolkien stories, this is the best one I have encountered. Very well done! I have subscribed. ☺️

  • @STMukr
    @STMukr Місяць тому +5

    What a beautiful art you have in your videos mister! Always nice and merry.❤

  • @pisceanx8382
    @pisceanx8382 Місяць тому +2

    I just cannot find the right words for how great this channel is. This was quite possibly your best video yet! I loved it!

  • @logansfury
    @logansfury Місяць тому +25

    Where did the artwork featured in this video come from please? These are the best renditions of Tolkien's characters that I have ever seen. The artist is amazing and the women, both human and elven, are absolutely beautiful. The headshots in the family tree illustration are phenomenal!

    • @meganward3494
      @meganward3494 Місяць тому +6

      I believe it’s based on John Howe and Alan Lee’s work. (If it’s not their’s directly)

  • @barry_t
    @barry_t Місяць тому +2

    That was an epic detailed composition. I needed that in today's times. Thanks for giving me that escape for a while.

  • @halian9256
    @halian9256 4 дні тому

    Thank you for this moving and majestic tribute - I'm not even halfway through the video but just watching your coverage of Aragorn's lineage nearly brought me to tears. Tolkien weaved such magnificent mythology that it pulls at our human yearnings for something greater, a faith we yearn to be true.

  • @bannerlordberegond
    @bannerlordberegond Місяць тому +4

    Wow that was amazing best video ive seen in a really long time

  • @marypentecost1296
    @marypentecost1296 29 днів тому +2

    Lovely, JRR would be pleased. 💖💞

  • @DLEE012
    @DLEE012 Місяць тому +7

    I thought this was In Deep Geek for a second. So glad to welcome another quality Tolkien channel! Excited to see what’s ahead

  • @skepticalsmurf
    @skepticalsmurf Місяць тому +3

    many thanks for that inspiring presentation before l head off to the Island of Nod,fair winds noble traveler 😊

  • @christophermarroquin2496
    @christophermarroquin2496 Місяць тому +2

    In Deep Geek and now you. We got two goated voices telling us the history of great worlds.

  • @BetterCallPaul_215
    @BetterCallPaul_215 Місяць тому +2

    This channel puts everyone doing Tolkien content to shame. I couldn’t get through 3 episodes of season 1 or 1 episode of Season two of that awful Amazon show but I could watch this video 10 times. Well done, excellent work as always.

  • @elcotera8042
    @elcotera8042 Місяць тому +10

    amazing video, quality and content is superb, just wanted to point out a couple of mistakes in the family tree of Aragorn, under Anárion it mentions the line of the kings of Arnor, but it should be Gondor; also, Elwing was daughter of Dior and Nimloth, Dior being the only son of Beren and Lúthien, so Dior is missing in between them

    • @RealmsUnravelled
      @RealmsUnravelled  Місяць тому +8

      Thanks very much for bringing this to my attention so quickly! I have now pinned a comment addressing the error. I actually covered Dior and Elwing in my last upload so I'm annoyed at myself for not spotting it but that's what happens when you're trying to rush a video out before going on holiday I suppose! Thanks again

  • @jemmathorburn7414
    @jemmathorburn7414 14 днів тому

    Your posts bring such peace and joy for LOTR fans in a time of unrest. I read the trilogy, Hobbit and some of the Silmarillion when I was a teen but don’t find time to re-read so your uploads are a boon. I’m going to watch everything up so far, I’m hoping I find one about Galadriel and her history, if there isn’t one please create one soon! 🥺

  • @300emyang
    @300emyang Місяць тому +1

    I'm glad I stumbled upon your channel. You tell stories beautifully. I was moved to tears even just by listening to your videos. ❤ Excellent content! Keep it up!

  • @FuzzicusMaximus2357
    @FuzzicusMaximus2357 Місяць тому +1

    I joined your channel off of this one video, I am very excited to explore what else you have to offer! Wonderful work, thank you.

  • @CassowaryBlue
    @CassowaryBlue 17 днів тому

    I got so many shivers watching this. Amazingly well put together!!

  • @pchabanowich
    @pchabanowich 21 день тому

    How long it took for this history of Aragorn to reach me! It is a wondrous tale, and is essential to understanding who Strider, as we meet him, truly is. Thank you for this presentation.

  • @Apollyon-er4ut
    @Apollyon-er4ut 17 днів тому

    GREAT vid. I had read the trilogy 3 times by the time the movies came out. But, the universe of Tolkien is so huge, it's very difficult to keep track of everyone. The visual depictions make it so much easier to keep things straight.

  • @MrEscobar.
    @MrEscobar. Місяць тому +1

    Subscribed- just because is relaxing and is good to be driving, sleeping, or doing something around the house while I listen to something that I may not understand 80% of it due to being new to de lore of the LOTR

  • @RedHood001-KA
    @RedHood001-KA Місяць тому +2

    What a wonderful surprise!! Thank you for the awesome video. I hope you're doing well!!

  • @Nofarewell
    @Nofarewell Місяць тому +2

    The Tolkien stories told and shown in a way I can resonate with 💚

  • @anthonyprezioso8115
    @anthonyprezioso8115 26 днів тому +2

    Agree with all the comments , great video ! Please let us know who the artists are ,thanks , take care

  • @flxhr5855
    @flxhr5855 Місяць тому +5

    A lot of time in between the videos but always great productions!

    • @RealmsUnravelled
      @RealmsUnravelled  Місяць тому +4

      Glad you like them! Yes, as time has gone on I have put progressively more time and effort into the production and it does take me a long time to make a video these days! Although it's the art that takes up the most of the time as it's all prepared in house for especially for each video. Once I have a larger collection of animations to choose from I will be able to produce content much more quickly 🙂

  • @alottaguala9766
    @alottaguala9766 Місяць тому +1

    Love the work you put into these, don't know how big the team is but yall do a fantastic job ❤much love

  • @TheCamp0r
    @TheCamp0r Місяць тому +1

    wow what a great voice i could listen to you all day

  • @alexandrebarbosa6263
    @alexandrebarbosa6263 Місяць тому

    I'm mesmerized by this video. Not only the story told in it is captivating, but also the images that illustrate the video are amazing. Great job!!!

  • @katielemmon2581
    @katielemmon2581 14 днів тому

    Thanks for this history on Aragorn it was very interesting and I enjoyed learning more about this fascinating character.

  • @EnabiSeira
    @EnabiSeira 7 днів тому

    I've watched Rings of Power and the movies recently, so my curiosity of Tolkien's world and his characters is big now. Thanks for this video, will watch more

  • @sharlagardner
    @sharlagardner 12 днів тому

    I accidentally found this channel. Wow. I've been watching the videos for two hours! So compelling. Thank you. P.S. I love the narrators voice. ❤

  • @fontainewaite3209
    @fontainewaite3209 13 днів тому

    What a beautiful video. Thank you so much!

  • @galadrielgaladriel
    @galadrielgaladriel Місяць тому

    What a well-told story, a beautiful video with great music and captivating voice. Thank you!

  • @fortunateson101
    @fortunateson101 Місяць тому +1

    Loved it! Great job!!! Subbed!

  • @WielkieOdpowiedzi
    @WielkieOdpowiedzi 25 днів тому

    Game with younger Aragorn would be awesome. Thanks for another beatiful episode!

  • @Jackie.D329
    @Jackie.D329 8 днів тому

    I am so happy this showed up in my feed!!! 💚💚💚💚

  • @briant4468
    @briant4468 Місяць тому +2

    This is fire a chance for realms unraveled to show there quality lol

    • @cinemusicberlin
      @cinemusicberlin Місяць тому +1

      Learn how to use your own language, please.

  • @Lord_Runes
    @Lord_Runes Місяць тому +3

    I couldn't help but notice that in Aragorns family tree, where Elrond and Elros are linked, there are no wives linked to them. When earlier in the video it talks about Celebrían and their 2 twin sons Elledan and Elrohir. Wouldn't they be next to Arwen in the tree ? I understand it's about Aragorns bloodline, although, if we are to include Elrond and Arwen then one would conclude we must also include the others to give a full scale of the lineage.

  • @Allovimo
    @Allovimo 24 дні тому

    This was amazing. Thank you for sharing such an incredible video.

  • @lukezitlofsky5286
    @lukezitlofsky5286 Місяць тому

    I just wanted to say that your videos make my day! It is a special occasion when a new one is released. Keep up the amazing work!

  • @Sm1ret
    @Sm1ret 25 днів тому

    Thank you so very much for sharing this. I learned a lot that I didn't know and look forward to learning more. 😊

  • @kronicassault1374
    @kronicassault1374 Місяць тому +2

    I subscribed after 2 seconds of this video. Never done that before. What a find and thank you for the wonderful work you do.

  • @idn
    @idn Місяць тому +1

    Thank you very much!

  • @Adamadam-zc6pe
    @Adamadam-zc6pe Місяць тому +1

    Excellent video sir

  • @martinb4272
    @martinb4272 Місяць тому +1

    Now that's the series I want to see!

  • @martinmayhew145
    @martinmayhew145 27 днів тому +1

    Great artwork

  • @celeryhen
    @celeryhen Місяць тому +3

    Who is the artist(s) who paints these wonderful illustrations?

  • @mollygardens6646
    @mollygardens6646 24 дні тому

    Thank you. This is very well done!

  • @bestfriend5600
    @bestfriend5600 Місяць тому

    Bravo! Amazing job sir. You have my pledge.

  • @arcakhangaming
    @arcakhangaming 21 день тому

    Thank you for this piece of inspiration!

  • @thewizardstower2649
    @thewizardstower2649 27 днів тому

    This is awesome! Thank you!!

  • @mikebartow9415
    @mikebartow9415 13 днів тому

    Oh, Thank You! All I can say is WOW!

  • @paulgalligan1916
    @paulgalligan1916 Місяць тому +1

    I love this channel.. thank you 😊

  • @veliceligt02
    @veliceligt02 Місяць тому +3

    Imagine if Amazon put their might behind an awesome Aragorn series of what he did in the east.

    • @andyh2783
      @andyh2783 Місяць тому +3

      They'd make Aragorn a black lady and make his biggest accomplishment talking the Hobbits into being gender fluid.

  • @betoninc
    @betoninc 11 днів тому

    This was very well done. Good job.

  • @Marty_Moriarty
    @Marty_Moriarty Місяць тому

    Excellent video, really outstanding work here

  • @seasyrenn
    @seasyrenn Місяць тому +1

    Oh how i wish to see Elrond and Aragorn bonding at Rivendell (in movie or series) while he gains knowledge and skills through hardship and to watch..the ethereal beauty of Rivendell,arches and waterfalls,it would be truly unforgettable 🤍 insane channel 👏 thank you

  • @whynottalklikeapirat
    @whynottalklikeapirat Місяць тому +2

    Aragorn - during his days as a pool hustler down at The Prancing Pony …

  • @scross450
    @scross450 21 день тому

    This video popped up on my feed. I never watch this type of content but I was immediately pulled into the origin of Strider. The narrator's voice sounds so familiar and I can't stop listening (who is it?). Well done video. I am now subscribed.

  • @pang-ngiavang1956
    @pang-ngiavang1956 25 днів тому +2

    Peter Jackson needs to make a movie of Aragorn before the LOTR.

  • @animeshon97
    @animeshon97 Місяць тому +3

    I have been revisiting your videos and awaiting new one's. Kudos to your content and efforts

  • @JasonLeonPike
    @JasonLeonPike 16 днів тому

    This is great! Thank you.

  • @fabiambuiten8119
    @fabiambuiten8119 29 днів тому

    Your voice is sooo good. Love your videos.

  • @nickdeeba1545
    @nickdeeba1545 Місяць тому +1

    This is an amazing video, and you have great narration. If I could change one thing, I would definitely recommend turning down the background music, it’s louder than you are for a lot of the video and takes away from your great voice!

  • @karenritter2574
    @karenritter2574 15 днів тому

    Wonderfully done

  • @JusShane
    @JusShane Місяць тому

    My god i could watch these videos all day!!

  • @Toddry
    @Toddry 13 днів тому

    This was excellent!!

  • @fohx
    @fohx Місяць тому

    This was so awesome to listen to - thank you xo

  • @reinaldodiaz2329
    @reinaldodiaz2329 Місяць тому

    This voice is greatness

  • @Ammeeeeeeer
    @Ammeeeeeeer Місяць тому

    This is the prequel I would love to see, "Strider Begins" so to speak. Eh it'll never happen, so instead I'm happy watching this video. Bless UA-cam's mysterious algorithm for recommending this vid 😁

  • @truly_I_say
    @truly_I_say 26 днів тому

    The narrator sounds like he also narrated a natgeo documentary! Awesome

  • @DarkROSkull013
    @DarkROSkull013 Місяць тому

    Good job on the narration.

  • @grantpatillo
    @grantpatillo 21 день тому

    I hope someone makes a movie of every word you spoke in this.

  • @FolksFan
    @FolksFan Місяць тому

    So Argagon's family tree is indeed a circle. Fascinating.

  • @MrMe11on
    @MrMe11on 17 днів тому

    I have tinnitus, so unfortunately I had trouble hearing you over the background music. Interesting topic either way, and by the looks of the comments, a great video

  • @Secretsquirrel724
    @Secretsquirrel724 Місяць тому

    Really good narration.

  • @RainbowWarrior0014
    @RainbowWarrior0014 7 днів тому

    Miigwech-4-this story,very-awe-en-spir-ing,teach-ing,I can also resonate with,this story of his Souls Journey,in-2-days day.
    Miigwech,again

  • @MasterWillem
    @MasterWillem Місяць тому +1

    The art is incredible, if I may ask, do you produce the art yourself? I’m an artist myself and I’m really curious about the artwork. Great video!