Morgoth and Doriath

[Raynor]

Originally Posted by Rikae

Then why would JRR feel it necessary to even mention fate, if the Silmaril alone were sufficient?

Because it was a factor that occurred too in this particular instance.

Originally Posted by Macalaure

It's just hard to imagine that a dragon is more powerful than a Maia. At least not one of Melian's dimension.

Well, I guess all it's left to imagination alone in this case.

Originally Posted by Macalaure

But this would mean, that by carrying a Silmaril alone a person obtains more power than Melian has.

Well, I would say this would be similar to the one ring: it increases the power according to the measure of the possessor.

Originally Posted by Macalaure

(edit: cross-posted like crazy)

Yeah, it looks like it's BD happy hour now