The Secrets of Mithril: Why did Sauron Crave Mithril? | LOTR LORE

Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TalesOfTheRing?sub_confirmation=1 Become a Member to Get Early Acess, Exclusive ASMR videos and even more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClWO5_vMr6fhGhvz16Kmaog/join What if Mithril was never just a treasure—but a curse that shaped Sauron's destiny? In this dark and mysterious deep dive, we trace the forbidden history of Mithril—the legendary silver-steel that sparked obsession, ruin, and war. From its secret birth in the blessed lands of Valinor to the destruction it unleashed in Khazad-dûm and its hoarding in the black vaults of Barad-dûr, this is the untold story of how a single metal seduced the Dark Lord himself. Through envy, ambition, and shadowed purpose, Mithril became more than wealth—it became the fuel for Middle-earth’s darkest age. 🔥 The Secrets of Mithril: 🔥 The true origin—was Mithril forged in the light of the stars, or in the greed of gods? ⚔️ Why did Sauron Crave Mithril? —how the Dark Lord coveted Mithril to build his empire of dread. 💀 The fall of Khazad-dûm—how Mithril awoke the Balrog and brought ruin to Durin’s folk. 🛡️ The cursed hoard—how Sauron turned the Dwarves’ glory into weapons of shadow. 🌅 And the dawn after darkness—how the very treasure he hoarded lit the way for hope. Could Mithril have changed the fate of Middle-earth? Or was its beauty always bound to darkness? 👉 If you love hidden LOTR LORE and the untold stories of Middle-earth, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and RING THE BELL to join us for more dark legends! 💬 What do YOU think was Mithril's true purpose? Light, shadow… or something in between? Let us know in the comments! Watch Next!! . https://youtu.be/HgX58KB6JRE https://youtu.be/KEfnjB6CdUQ https://youtu.be/Q11kVYBh5SI https://youtu.be/Q11kVYBh5SI https://youtu.be/H7FS4gaD1xY https://youtu.be/AV21F92MWWw https://youtu.be/XNiYipzrEuY https://youtu.be/dZWfKi-4jsk https://youtu.be/NolUHWgaelI https://youtu.be/Ue9QcslVD4g https://youtu.be/Sk_Q6eJie84 https://youtu.be/7MOhn3htEwA https://youtu.be/_E_ikCWvjdA https://youtu.be/o-ea0qFqEDM Chapters: . 00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Aman 04:39 - Covet 08:21 - Delve 12:15 - Tribute 15:47 - Hoard 20:28 - Dawn