Are Elves corrupted by the ring?
Corrupted by the power, which was given to them by the Rings. But they WERE corrupted. Corrupted by the power, which was given to them by the Rings. Motives which made the Elves to come to Middle-earth were far from altruistic.
Why do the Elves hate the dwarves?
But while the antagonistic nature of Legolas and Gimli’s relationship is central to The Lord of the Rings, the actual reason for the Elf-Dwarf feud is mostly glossed over. These words and the smiths’ greed spark a battle within Thingol’s capital and only two dwarves survive the clash.
What does the time of the Elves is over mean?
“The time of the Elves is over, but our time is at hand: the world of Men, which we must rule.” ― Saruman. The Dominion of Men refers to the fact that Men remained the only speaking race on Middle-earth, inheriting its mastery from the ancient Elves. For this they were sometimes called “The Usurpers” by the Elves.
Why did the Elves accept the rings?
The Elves of Eregion created the rings to preserve their lands, attempting to make them as beautiful as Valinor. Thus, a primary power of the rings was to prevent and decelerate decay and change. The rings also increased a bearer’s own natural powers, seemingly granting ‘magic’ abilities.
Can Elves resist the One Ring?
Elves are not particularly resistant to the temptation; it is just that no elf actually possessed the ring. By your logic we could assume that Dwarves are resistant to the ring, because the only dwarf who was near the ring for a long time was Gimli and he was never tempted either.
Can the elves return to Middle-earth?
They can return, at least in the First and Second Ages. The Noldor who rebelled against the Valar before the First Age even began returned from Aman to Middle-earth. They did so in pursuit of Melkor/Morgoth, who had killed their king and stolen the Silmarils.