Nameless Things: The Unknowable Horrors Beneath Middle-earth

Описание: This video explores the mysterious "Nameless Things" that dwell beneath the deepest delvings of the Dwarves. What are they, and how can they be older than Sauron himself?

I share my thoughts on how Tolkien's unseen horrors may connect to his broader mythology, from the Lovecraftian to the shadowy presence of Ungoliant, and why Gandalf chose not to speak of them. The discussion concludes with the elusive Watcher in the Water, a being that some believe may have ties to these forgotten entities.

📖 Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
01:36 – What are the Nameless Things?
04:20 – Tolkien’s influences
05:46 – The mystery of Ungoliant
07:38 – Older than Sauron?
11:05 – Gandalf’s lack of information
11:51 – The power of a name
13:36 – The Watcher in the Water
16:22 – Left to our imagination

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All videos are based on my own research into Tolkien’s works unless otherwise stated. Permission and/or licenses have been obtained for all copyrighted materials. All scripts and editing are my own work and property. Any ambient or musical elements used are licensed.