Original artwork, not a still
For Frodo.
Behind the line
What it means
Our interpretation.
The army’s last action is directed toward helping a friend whose struggle they cannot see. Aragorn’s brief dedication gives the battle a human scale.
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In context
Spoilers for The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the KingShow the scene
At the Black Gate in The Return of the King, Aragorn turns toward his companions before charging the overwhelming enemy host. Their attack is a diversion intended to give Frodo a chance inside Mordor. Naming him makes the purpose of the charge personal.
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- Black Gate, the last charge against Sauron’s army — reference 1Black Gate, the last charge against Sauron’s army; wording and sceneReference checked
- Black Gate, the last charge against Sauron’s army — reference 2Black Gate, the last charge against Sauron’s army; wording and sceneReference checked
- Black Gate, the last charge against Sauron’s army — reference 3Black Gate, the last charge against Sauron’s army; wording and sceneReference checked
- Black Gate, the last charge against Sauron’s army — reference 4Black Gate, the last charge against Sauron’s army; wording and sceneReference checked
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