Annunfuiniel~
For the most part I agree with your interpretations of the occurrences in Moria, however, I can't see where there is any room for real interpretations on where the drum sounds came from. The drums, as I understand it, came from "the deep." Plus, I've never seen any reference to orcs wielding any sorts of war drums. This is where my feelings of doubt come from concerning Balin's demise. Could you shed any more light on this subject?
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Those who the Gods would destroy, They first make mad.
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