To me the legendary Gondolin represented the pinnacle of Elvish technology and prowess in ME. Very tragic yet noble tale.
Turgon I felt didnt underestimate Morgoths abilities and power. I feel the whole strategy of the hidden city, although a temporary fix to the situation, lessens the awareness of the current situation and the overall big picture. If one is not involved, one cannot perceive, have influence etc etc. Anyways, thats what I got out of the Fall of Gondolin. You can bury your head in the sand only for so long....
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