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Doriath vs Angband – First Age repeated?

Pretty much yes, says reporter, except that in the First Age they took a round object out instead of putting one in. However, at that time Beren and Luthien have proven that Angband’s defense is not without cracks, and not impossible to break through.

Will Melian and Elwe risk sending their child and son-in-law into the thick of the Enemy’s clutches once again? No, says reporter. It is not to be forgotten that this year they are not forwards – one is a defender and another a midfielder. Instead, two brave men volunteered to do the work. Turin Turambar took the challenge upon himself, and his loyal friend Beleg would not be held behind. Turin wishes to prove that he is worthy of being on the same team as his kinsman Beren by scoring a goal or two against the mighty Ungoliant.

When Beren first did that, he lost a hand. What will be the cost of Turin’s daring? Turin laughed in response. “I am Turambar, Master of Fate!” he answered, “I have faced Glaurung before, and that Worm met his death! Ancalagon shall see that he is no match for me either!”

Another question raised is the behavior of Carcharoth during the match. Will he remain loyal to Doriath, or switch back to his old side and old ways? He and Huan got along fairly well throughout the tournament, but will facing his old friends make the wolf doubt his choice of sides?

All in all, though, Morgoth has made many enemies during the First Age. All of them will seek revenge. This will be a tough battle… erm, game.