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Balrog's Wings
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● FeaturedThe fiery Balrog of Morgoth is one of the most terrifying creatures in Middle-earth, and whether it possessed wings is a hotly debated topic among fans.
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What People Remember
Many movie-watchers and even some readers distinctly remember the Balrog having large, bat-like wings that it used for flight.
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What's Actually True
In J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings' books, the Balrog is described as having 'shadowy wings,' but whether these were literal wings or merely a metaphor for its immense shadow and imposing presence is never explicitly stated, leading to ambiguity.
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#lord of the rings#balrog#wings#tolkien#creature design#interpretation
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