Now that the new Lord of the Rings movie has been announced, fans are excited to learn everything they can about it. There are many theories on the internet regarding what The Hunt for Gollum will be. A good chunk of these are the possible returns of beloved franchise characters and their roles in the movie!
Enter Aragorn, once known as Strider, and eventually the King of Arnor and Gondor. The certified badass is a possible addition to the new film in production, and these theories might earn him some screen time in The Hunt for Gollum.
Aragorn might be the main focus of the film
While the new The Lord of the Rings film is titled The Hunt for Gollum, it might not be entirely about the Ring-corrupted creature. In the books, Gandalf the Gray employed Aragorn to track down Gollum. Being the expert ranger that he is, Aragorn might just be perfect for the job!
His relationships will also be in the spotlight
Aragorn spent his life in exile and, as a result, has explored most of Middle Earth. However, he has spent much time in a few ranger camps around Gondor and extensively in Mirkwood. The Hunt for Gollum might feature his relationships with the friends he made along the way. We might just get to see even more of his relationship with Arwen!
His friendship with Gandalf the Gray will also be featured
Gandalf and Aragorn want to capture Gollum since they both need to know the nature of The One Ring. Gollum has extensive knowledge of the maddening Middle-Earth artefact, which Gandalf must learn to repel Sauron's influence. The film might explore how Gandalf and Aragorn were before the events of The Fellowship of the Ring.
The film will feature Aragorn's extensive tracking skills
As evidenced in the films, Aragorn is a brilliant tracker. Naturally, these tracking skills are essential to move the plot forward in a movie titled The Hunt for Gollum. The film might explore how Aragorn's particular set of skills in scouring Middle-Earth for Gollum.
The film will lead to the formation of The Fellowship
Gollum's capture is a pivotal moment in the fate of Middle-Earth, and as someone with the game-changing lineage in his blood, Aragorn's inherent leadership will be tested at such an uncertain time. But through The Hunt for Gollum, we will learn how Aragorn showcased his skills, making him a leader that the Fellowship looks towards for inspiration.
The Hunt for Gollum is another enriching opportunity to explore the nature and history of Middle-Earth. The terrain ahead is treacherous, but this is where Strider thrives!
As the future King of the Free Men, Aragorn would steal the show in The Hunt for Gollum.
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