The Winged beasts vs The Eagles

Originally Posted by Boromir88

Legate

I think the Nazgul did have a great presense about them during the Siege of Gondor, but do agree that the Eagles could not have helped in that situation, at that time, due to the reasons you gave.

I cannot remember the exact quote, but was it not said that the Nazgul feared the Eagles? They were effective in keeping the Nazgul at bay in the Back Gate Opens chapter. Even if the Eagles were deployed to keep the Nazgul out of sight, it may have helped the soldiers of Gondor.

As for Gwaiher, would he not have heard news of trouble in Gondor? His eyes see far, he is wise & even gives Gandalf counsel when asked, & he has many servants. I would imagine he could have sent scouts to spy out the lands, particularly as he was in close friendship with Gandalf & Radaghast. Also, it must not be underestimated the speed at which Eagles can fly, they are the windlords of the sky, unrivalled.