The Darkening of Valinor (Lore of Middle-earth Part 2) - Manny Man Does Lore

The video explores the awakening of the Elves in Middle Earth and their initial encounters with Melkor, who corrupts some of them. The Valor intervene, leading to the Battle of the Powers and Melkor's capture. The Elves are invited to Valanor, but some choose to stay behind. Feanor creates the Silmarils, which Melkor covets. After his release, Melkor steals the Silmarils, leading to further conflict. Feanor becomes king of the Naldor and vows to reclaim the jewels, setting the stage for future battles.

Who was the renegade Valla that opposed the Valor's vision?

• Aule

• Varda

• Melkor

• Manwe

What was the main reason the Elves were hesitant to move to Valanor?

• Fear of the Valor

• Destruction caused by war

• Lack of resources

• Distance of the journey

Which Elven group chose to remain in Middle Earth and not see the light of Valanor?

• Tethery

• Avari

• Nulldor

• Vanyar

Who was the creator of the Silmarils?

• Finarfin

• Thingol

• Feanor

• Fingolfin

What did Melkor do immediately after his release?

• He sought revenge on the Valor

• He stirred dissent among the Naldor

• He created new creatures

• He fled to the far north

Who did Melkor ally with to destroy the trees of Valanor?

• Balrogs

• Sauron

• Ungoliant

• Dragons

What new title did Theonor give to Melkor after the theft of the Silmarils?

• The Deceiver

• The Fallen

• Morgoth

• The Dark One