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Chief among the discussion was Elrond, who went on a huge journey in the second season.
Talking about his arc across the show, J.D.
We know that he’s the herald of Gil-galad in the Battle of the Last Alliance.
We know that he has this moment going to Eregion and fighting this hopeless, ill-fated battle.
The actor is mostly known for playing complex roles so was surprised to be cast.
“We cast him to play the most optimistic character in the show, right,” McKay added.
“And I remember talking with him and he’s like, ‘Why?
I don’t understand, I love Lord of the Rings, but why?’
That’s the story of Elrond, he’s this incredible force for good who loses everything.”
McKay explained this is the place they’re heading the character towards by the time of the Third Age.
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