Entity: THE-ONE-RING
The One Ring, also known as the Ruling Ring and Isildur's Bane, is a powerful artifact in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. It possesses the ability to control the other Rings of Power and corrupt its wearer with its malevolent influence.
THE-ONE-RING
Etymology
The One Ring, also referred to as the Ruling Ring and Isildur's Bane, is a central plot element in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings.
Definition
The One Ring is a mystical ring of immense power and malevolence in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, capable of controlling the other Rings of Power and corrupting its wearer.
Historical Context
The One Ring first appeared in the earlier story The Hobbit as a magic ring that grants the wearer invisibility. J. R. R. Tolkien later transformed it into a malevolent artifact with the ability to dominate the other Rings of Power.
Cultural Significance
The One Ring symbolizes the ultimate temptation for power and the corrupting influence it can have on individuals. It plays a crucial role in the epic struggle between good and evil in Tolkien's Middle-earth.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include the Rings of Power, the Dark Lord Sauron, and the quest to destroy the One Ring in the fires of Mount Doom.
See Also
A mystical ring of immense power and malevolence in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, capable of controlling the other Rings of Power and corrupting its wearer.