10 Beings More Powerful Than Sauron in Middle-earth – LOTR Lore

Sauron was terrifying, but he wasn't even close to being the most powerful being in Tolkien's world. In this deep dive into Middle-earth lore, we explore 10 beings who could have absolutely dominated the Dark Lord if circumstances had been different.

From Ungoliant, the primordial spider who nearly killed Morgoth himself, to Tom Bombadil's complete immunity to the One Ring's corruption. We'll uncover Gandalf the White's true unrestricted power, Varda Elbereth whose very name causes physical pain to evil, and Melian's impenetrable barrier that even Morgoth couldn't breach.

Discover why the Balrog of Moria was potentially more dangerous in raw combat than Sauron, what Galadriel would have become if she'd taken the Ring, and how Tulkas defeated Morgoth in single combat. Learn about Manwë's absolute authority as King of Arda and Eru Ilúvatar's subtle interventions that shaped the fate of Middle-earth.

This isn't just about who could beat Sauron in a fight—it's about understanding the layers of power in Tolkien's universe, drawn directly from The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, and Tolkien's own letters. We're going beyond the movies into the deep lore that reveals just how vast and complex Middle-earth truly is.

Whether you've read the books a dozen times or you're just discovering the depths of Tolkien's world, this video will change how you see the power structures of Middle-earth forever.

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