“Beginning in a time of relative peace, the series follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth,” the synopsis continues. “From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains, to the majestic forests of the elf-capital of Lindon, to the breathtaking island kingdom of Númenor, to the furthest reaches of the map, these kingdoms and characters will carve out legacies that live on long after they are gone.” Given the show is set during the Second Age, it’s more than obvious “the greatest villain that ever flowed from Tolkien’s pen” as touted by the synopsis is Sauron. The Second Age is when Sauron rose to power and forged the One Ring, thus leading to the fall of the Nine Kings. This section of “Lord of the Rings” mythology was covered in the opening of Peter Jackson’s “The Lords of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring,” but it appears it will be expanded on for the series. Sign Up: Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! Sign up for our Email Newsletters here.
