#thehobbit — Public Fediverse posts

The road goes ever, ever on, and leads to #MTG's next set, The Hobbit. Get your tickets for our prerelease events, available on our website now. Don't get left behind! #magicthegathering #thehobbit #lordoftherings

https://www.europesays.com/dk/134229/ Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit #Amsterdam #MagicTheGathering #Netherlands #TheHobbit #WizardsOfTheCoast

Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit

Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit has been unleashed at MagicCon Amsterdam 2026! Here’s everything fans need to know.…
#Netherlands #Nederland #NL #Europe #Europa #EU #Amsterdam #magic:thegathering #TheHobbit #WizardsoftheCoast
https://www.europesays.com/netherlands/33341/

I couldn’t decide on which book to start tonight, so I started The Hobbit again.

#thehobbit #thelordoftherings

I couldn’t decide on which book to start tonight, so I started The Hobbit again.

#thehobbit #thelordoftherings

I couldn’t decide on which book to start tonight, so I started The Hobbit again.

#thehobbit #thelordoftherings

I couldn’t decide on which book to start tonight, so I started The Hobbit again.

#thehobbit #thelordoftherings

I couldn’t decide on which book to start tonight, so I started The Hobbit again.

#thehobbit #thelordoftherings

https://www.europesays.com/dk/131887/ Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit™ Debut Previews New Cards, Booster Fun, And More #Amsterdam #MagicTheGathering #Netherlands #news #TheHobbit

Welcome to My Tolkien Life

There is always another road to follow in Middle-earth.

My Tolkien Life is an ongoing comic series about fans of Middle-earth, imagined in a light-hearted way.

I may begin with a seemingly simple question about The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings, only to find that it leads into The Silmarillion, Tolkien’s letters, one of his essays, or several volumes of The History of Middle-earth. That experience – asking one question and discovering a dozen more – is at the heart of My Tolkien Life, my new website launched on July 15, 2026.

I created My Tolkien Life as part of the Xenite.Org network to bring together several things I enjoy: exploring J.R.R. Tolkien’s writings, discussing difficult questions, creating original comics and illustrations, and sharing the lighter side of Tolkien fandom.

Many people first encounter Middle-earth through the stories. After they finish reading, they often begin asking deeper questions. Where did the Orcs come from? What happened to the Entwives? How did Tolkien’s ideas change over time? Which familiar details come from his books, and which were introduced by movies, television programs, games, or fan traditions?

I want My Tolkien Life to encourage that curiosity while keeping the experience welcoming, entertaining, and grounded in Tolkien’s own words whenever possible.

Returning to Tolkien’s Writings

There is no shortage of online discussion about Tolkien, especially when a new movie, television series, or video game appears. Although adaptations may sometimes enter the conversation, my main interest lies in what Tolkien himself wrote.

That includes his published stories, letters, essays, linguistic material, and the writings edited and released after his death. Together, they provide an enormous landscape to explore.

Some articles on My Tolkien Life examine the history of Middle-earth or the peoples who inhabited it. Others look at Tolkien’s evolving ideas, unresolved questions, and popular assumptions that may not be supported by the texts.

Tolkien did not always leave behind one simple, permanent answer. He repeatedly reconsidered characters, events, languages, and even the basic nature of his fictional world. Sometimes the surviving evidence points toward a clear conclusion. In other cases, several interpretations remain possible.

I believe that learning about Tolkien’s legendarium should be enjoyable. Some questions have definite answers. Others remain open because Tolkien continued revising his ideas throughout his life. Exploring both kinds of questions is part of the fun.

My goal is not to overwhelm readers with citations or require them to own every volume of The History of Middle-earth. I want to present the evidence in an approachable way, identify useful sources, and distinguish Tolkien’s writings from ideas introduced or popularized by later adaptations.

Meet the Comic Characters

Scholarly questions do not always have to be treated solemnly. Sometimes an original fantasy comic—and perhaps a cheerful baby dragon—can make the discussion more enjoyable.

The comics on My Tolkien Life feature a recurring cast that includes Lily, Kael, Elara, Mira, Agnarr, Tom, Barath, Darvolo, and Smokey, a baby golden dragon who is usually more adorable than alarming.

These characters approach Tolkien’s world much as real fans do. They ask questions, propose theories, disagree with one another, make jokes, and occasionally wander into imaginative adventures of their own. Their conversations allow me to introduce complicated subjects through humor, friendly debates, and visual storytelling.

The comics are not intended only for newcomers. Longtime readers should also recognize the experience of gathering with friends to debate an obscure point of Middle-earth history—although most Tolkien discussion groups probably do not include an actual dragon.

A Site for Every Kind of Tolkien Reader

I created My Tolkien Life for people who have studied Tolkien for decades, readers who have just completed their first journey through The Lord of the Rings, and everyone in between.

You do not need to memorize the genealogy of the House of Finwë before visiting. You do not need to speak Quenya, recognize every name in The Silmarillion, or own twelve editions of The Hobbit. Curiosity is enough.

I have published Tolkien essays and research online through Xenite.Org for more than two decades, including my work on the Tolkien and Middle-earth Blog. My Tolkien Life continues that exploration while giving me more room to combine research and commentary with original comics, illustrations, and humor.

I hope the site becomes a welcoming corner of Tolkien fandom where readers can ask questions, investigate the sources, laugh with a growing cast of fantasy characters, and enjoy the journey.

Middle-earth is far too large to explore in a single lifetime – but that has never stopped me from trying.

Welcome to My Tolkien Life

There is always another road to follow in Middle-earth.

My Tolkien Life is an ongoing comic series about fans of Middle-earth, imagined in a light-hearted way.

I may begin with a seemingly simple question about The Hobbit or The Lord of the Rings, only to find that it leads into The Silmarillion, Tolkien’s letters, one of his essays, or several volumes of The History of Middle-earth. That experience – asking one question and discovering a dozen more – is at the heart of My Tolkien Life, my new website launched on July 15, 2026.

I created My Tolkien Life as part of the Xenite.Org network to bring together several things I enjoy: exploring J.R.R. Tolkien’s writings, discussing difficult questions, creating original comics and illustrations, and sharing the lighter side of Tolkien fandom.

Many people first encounter Middle-earth through the stories. After they finish reading, they often begin asking deeper questions. Where did the Orcs come from? What happened to the Entwives? How did Tolkien’s ideas change over time? Which familiar details come from his books, and which were introduced by movies, television programs, games, or fan traditions?

I want My Tolkien Life to encourage that curiosity while keeping the experience welcoming, entertaining, and grounded in Tolkien’s own words whenever possible.

Returning to Tolkien’s Writings

There is no shortage of online discussion about Tolkien, especially when a new movie, television series, or video game appears. Although adaptations may sometimes enter the conversation, my main interest lies in what Tolkien himself wrote.

That includes his published stories, letters, essays, linguistic material, and the writings edited and released after his death. Together, they provide an enormous landscape to explore.

Some articles on My Tolkien Life examine the history of Middle-earth or the peoples who inhabited it. Others look at Tolkien’s evolving ideas, unresolved questions, and popular assumptions that may not be supported by the texts.

Tolkien did not always leave behind one simple, permanent answer. He repeatedly reconsidered characters, events, languages, and even the basic nature of his fictional world. Sometimes the surviving evidence points toward a clear conclusion. In other cases, several interpretations remain possible.

I believe that learning about Tolkien’s legendarium should be enjoyable. Some questions have definite answers. Others remain open because Tolkien continued revising his ideas throughout his life. Exploring both kinds of questions is part of the fun.

My goal is not to overwhelm readers with citations or require them to own every volume of The History of Middle-earth. I want to present the evidence in an approachable way, identify useful sources, and distinguish Tolkien’s writings from ideas introduced or popularized by later adaptations.

Meet the Comic Characters

Scholarly questions do not always have to be treated solemnly. Sometimes an original fantasy comic—and perhaps a cheerful baby dragon—can make the discussion more enjoyable.

The comics on My Tolkien Life feature a recurring cast that includes Lily, Kael, Elara, Mira, Agnarr, Tom, Barath, Darvolo, and Smokey, a baby golden dragon who is usually more adorable than alarming.

These characters approach Tolkien’s world much as real fans do. They ask questions, propose theories, disagree with one another, make jokes, and occasionally wander into imaginative adventures of their own. Their conversations allow me to introduce complicated subjects through humor, friendly debates, and visual storytelling.

The comics are not intended only for newcomers. Longtime readers should also recognize the experience of gathering with friends to debate an obscure point of Middle-earth history—although most Tolkien discussion groups probably do not include an actual dragon.

A Site for Every Kind of Tolkien Reader

I created My Tolkien Life for people who have studied Tolkien for decades, readers who have just completed their first journey through The Lord of the Rings, and everyone in between.

You do not need to memorize the genealogy of the House of Finwë before visiting. You do not need to speak Quenya, recognize every name in The Silmarillion, or own twelve editions of The Hobbit. Curiosity is enough.

I have published Tolkien essays and research online through Xenite.Org for more than two decades, including my work on the Tolkien and Middle-earth Blog. My Tolkien Life continues that exploration while giving me more room to combine research and commentary with original comics, illustrations, and humor.

I hope the site becomes a welcoming corner of Tolkien fandom where readers can ask questions, investigate the sources, laugh with a growing cast of fantasy characters, and enjoy the journey.

Middle-earth is far too large to explore in a single lifetime – but that has never stopped me from trying.

1977’s Animated ‘The Hobbit’ Proves the Right Hero’s Journey Can Be Taken Again and Again
#IndieWire #BestOf #Features #AnimatedFilms #Film #IndieWireAfterDark #MidnightMovies #RankinandBass #TheHobbit

https://www.indiewire.com/features/best-of/the-hobbit-animated-1977-rankin-and-bass-cult-fil-1235206129/

1977’s Animated ‘The Hobbit’ Proves the Right Hero’s Journey Can Be Taken Again and Again
#IndieWire #BestOf #Features #AnimatedFilms #Film #IndieWireAfterDark #MidnightMovies #RankinandBass #TheHobbit

https://www.indiewire.com/features/best-of/the-hobbit-animated-1977-rankin-and-bass-cult-fil-1235206129/

1977’s Animated ‘The Hobbit’ Proves the Right Hero’s Journey Can Be Taken Again and Again

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.indiewire.com/features/best-of/the-hobbit-animated-1977-rankin-and-bass-cult-fil-1235206129/

"Mind Bilbo doesn't eat all the cakes!" they called. "He is too fat to get through key-holes yet!"

#tolkien #thehobbit

"Mind Bilbo doesn't eat all the cakes!" they called. "He is too fat to get through key-holes yet!"

#tolkien #thehobbit

The Hairy Tarantula store is hosting #magicthegathering The Hobbit prereleases August 7th to 10th at:

-Friday 2:30pm and 7pm
-Saturday 12pm and 4:30pm
-Sunday 12pm
-Monday 5:30pm

See more details and purchase your tickets ahead of time at: https://hairyt.com/pages/events

#lordoftherings #thehobbit

I had a whim today to watch #TheHobbit but had forgotten about the 15 minutes of spoiler filled exposition to remind the audience this is part 4 of LOTR. I shut it off and went looking for my book.

I had a whim today to watch #TheHobbit but had forgotten about the 15 minutes of spoiler filled exposition to remind the audience this is part 4 of LOTR. I shut it off and went looking for my book.

Movie TV Tech Geeks #BooksandComics #Books #TheHobbit #Family 11 Best Children's Books Masterpieces of All Time, Ranked http://dlvr.it/TTRwcJ

Movie TV Tech Geeks #BooksandComics #Books #TheHobbit #Family 11 Best Children's Books Masterpieces of All Time, Ranked http://dlvr.it/TTRwcJ

Here’s How This ‘Hobbit’-Like Human Ancestor Survived on an Island with Komodo Dragons

Anthropologists have been debating the life and times of Indonesia’s prehistoric “hobbit-like” human ancestor, Homo floresiensis, ever since…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Science #ancienthumans #humanorigins #Indonesia #TheHobbit
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/744254/

Here’s How This ‘Hobbit’-Like Human Ancestor Survived on an Island with Komodo Dragons

Anthropologists have been debating the life and times of Indonesia’s prehistoric “hobbit-like” human ancestor, Homo floresiensis, ever since…
#NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Science #ancienthumans #humanorigins #Indonesia #TheHobbit
https://www.newsbeep.com/us/744254/

Here’s How This ‘Hobbit’-Like Human Ancestor Survived on an Island with Komodo Dragons

Anthropologists have been debating the life and times of Indonesia’s prehistoric “hobbit-like” human ancestor, Homo floresiensis, ever since…
#NewsBeep #News #Science #ancienthumans #AU #Australia #humanorigins #Indonesia #TheHobbit
https://www.newsbeep.com/au/777664/

Here’s How This ‘Hobbit’-Like Human Ancestor Survived on an Island with Komodo Dragons

Anthropologists have been debating the life and times of Indonesia’s prehistoric “hobbit-like” human ancestor, Homo floresiensis, ever since…
#NewsBeep #News #Science #ancienthumans #AU #Australia #humanorigins #Indonesia #TheHobbit
https://www.newsbeep.com/au/777664/

https://www.europesays.com/ie/567663/ Here’s How This ‘Hobbit’-Like Human Ancestor Survived on an Island with Komodo Dragons #AncientHumans #Éire #HumanOrigins #IE #Indonesia #Ireland #Science #TheHobbit

Movie TV Tech Geeks #BooksandComicsNews #TheHobbit #JRRTolkien J.R.R. Tolkien’s Rare ‘Hobbit’ Book Officially Sells for $50,000 http://dlvr.it/TTLQ4p

Movie TV Tech Geeks #Movie #Books #TheHobbit #Fantasy 10 Fantasy Books That Are Perfectly Written http://dlvr.it/TTBXxz

Movie TV Tech Geeks #Movie #Books #TheHobbit #Fantasy 10 Fantasy Books That Are Perfectly Written http://dlvr.it/TTBXxz

My Baby Wrote Me Moon Letters

#SecretMessageASongOrPoem #HashtagGames #TheHobbit

My Baby Wrote Me Moon Letters

#SecretMessageASongOrPoem #HashtagGames #TheHobbit

Experience ‘The Hobbit’ Again: A Journey Worth Rewatching

https://duroundsanctumstudio.com/2026/06/20/experience-the-hobbit-again-a-journey-worth-rewatching/

"Stand by the grey stone when the thrush knocks," read Elrond, "and the setting sun with the last light of Durin's Day will shine upon the key-hole."

#tolkien #thehobbit

"Stand by the grey stone when the thrush knocks," read Elrond, "and the setting sun with the last light of Durin's Day will shine upon the key-hole."

#tolkien #thehobbit

Movie TV Tech Geeks #Movie #TheLordoftheRings #TheHobbit Every Lord of the Rings Wizard, Ranked by Strength http://dlvr.it/TT1c4B

Movie TV Tech Geeks #Movie #TheLordoftheRings #TheHobbit Every Lord of the Rings Wizard, Ranked by Strength http://dlvr.it/TT1c4B

Q: Why Didn’t Dwarves Obsess Over Returning To The Ered Lindon?

ANSWER: I received this question from a reader in May 2025 (slightly reformatted to improve readability):

I have been re-reading information on the Dwarves, in particular Durin’s Folk. Like a bolt out of the blue this one thing has struck me.

Why didn’t the Dwarves obsess over returning to their halls in the Grey Mountains as […]

Q: Why Didn’t Dwarves Obsess Over Returning To The Ered Lindon?

ANSWER: I received this question from a reader in May 2025 (slightly reformatted to improve readability):

I have been re-reading information on the Dwarves, in particular Durin’s Folk. Like a bolt out of the blue this one thing has struck me.

Why didn’t the Dwarves obsess over returning to their halls in the Grey Mountains as […]

#OpeningLines 📚

#TheHobbit 🌿
#JRRTolkien #bookstodon

#OpeningLines 📚

#TheHobbit 🌿
#JRRTolkien #bookstodon

"Roads go ever ever on, over rock and under tree."

The first Fantasy Hike just launched in TrailQuest — "There and Not Back Again," a trail inspired by The Hobbit. Your real steps walk the route from the Shire to the Lonely Mountain, milestone by milestone. Rivendell. Mirkwood. Dale. Erebor.

Open Beta on Google Play. Anyone can join.

👉 https://gettrail.quest/blog/hobbit-trail/

#TrailQuest #FantasyHike #TheHobbit #walking #OpenBeta

‘Lord Of The Rings’ & ‘Tomb Raider’ To Be Housed At Fellowship Entertainment After Embracer Spin-Off
#News #Embracergroup #Lordoftherings #MiddleearthEnterprisesFriends #TheHobbit #TombRaider

https://deadline.com/2026/05/lord-of-the-rings-tomb-raider-to-be-housed-at-fellowship-entertainment-after-embracer-spin-off-1236916511/

‘Lord Of The Rings’ & ‘Tomb Raider’ To Be Housed At Fellowship Entertainment After Embracer Spin-Off
#News #Embracergroup #Lordoftherings #MiddleearthEnterprisesFriends #TheHobbit #TombRaider

https://deadline.com/2026/05/lord-of-the-rings-tomb-raider-to-be-housed-at-fellowship-entertainment-after-embracer-spin-off-1236916511/

"Yeah. Tell me about it, mate." 😂

Peter Jackson says delivery driver told him ‘Hobbit’ movies were “crap”

https://www.nme.com/news/film/peter-jackson-says-delivery-driver-told-him-hobbit-movies-were-crap-3945413

#Tolkien #TheHobbit #LotR #PeterJackson #LordOfTheRings

"Yeah. Tell me about it, mate." 😂

Peter Jackson says delivery driver told him ‘Hobbit’ movies were “crap”

https://www.nme.com/news/film/peter-jackson-says-delivery-driver-told-him-hobbit-movies-were-crap-3945413

#Tolkien #TheHobbit #LotR #PeterJackson #LordOfTheRings

I’ve heard they’re planning to make a #film out of Tolkien’s shopping list. IP trash!? What was that about that fucked up #TheHobbit again? #movies #filmsky #hobbit

RE: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:xviqbzsjyw56leqk5nsjzoqy/post/3mlvihls3vc2d

#throwback to Lord of the Rings
#thehobbit #LOTR

J.R.R. Tolkien made Middle-earth such an immersive experience for readers that many people asked if it was based on real history. The details one finds in the stories extend everywhere from specific types of plants to ridges of hills, to mountain passes, to iconic river vistas, and more.

Even so, readers also recognize several anachronistic plants in the stories. Those most often brought to my […]

J.R.R. Tolkien made Middle-earth such an immersive experience for readers that many people asked if it was based on real history. The details one finds in the stories extend everywhere from specific types of plants to ridges of hills, to mountain passes, to iconic river vistas, and more.

Even so, readers also recognize several anachronistic plants in the stories. Those most often brought to my […]

Chapter XVI in The Nature of Middle-earth is titled “Dwellings in Middle-earth”. It begins with a linguistic discussion of various Elvish words used to describe types of dwellings. A dwelling could be as simple as a place where the Eldar slept in the wild, such as a temporary “hall”-like structure.

The concept of a “dwelling place” evolved through different uses, eventually describing […]