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Thorin and Yamato discuss Faker's spot on T1, T1's potential for more big wins following their victory over GenG in the LCK, the start of LTA Summer, MKOI's chances to stay at the top of LEC with its new Summer format, the latest from the LPL, and more! Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/summoning and you can get up to four extra months FREE.   Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 20% off the fan-favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com!

In this episode of The Four Horsemen, Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo dive into the latest controversies in the esports world. They dissect Cadrel's controversial decision to co-stream the EWC for Saudi Arabia amidst ethical concerns and the backlash from fans. The trio also breaks down T1's public apology and the fallout from Joe Marsh's comments about player contracts, examining the inner workings of Korean corporate culture in esports. They also discuss Travis Gafford stepping away from LoL esports content. Tune in for an unfiltered discussion on the moral complexities and insider stories shaping the esports landscape. Improve your game with a cutting-edge Wooting keyboard and get a free uWu now! Go to https://wooting.io/ and add any keyboard and uWu to your cart with code HORSEMEN and get your uWu for free! For a limited time, our listeners get 10% off at Ridge by using code HORSEMAN at checkout. Just head to https://Ridge.com and use code HORSEMAN Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code HORSEMAN for 10% off your entire order.

Thorin and Yamato discuss Faker's spot on T1, T1's potential for more big wins following their victory over GenG in the LCK, the start of LTA Summer, MKOI's chances to stay at the top of LEC with its new Summer format, the latest from the LPL, and more! Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/summoning Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off Ridge with code SI at https://www.Ridge.com/SI Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com! Get 50% off FACTOR meals at https://www.factormeals.com/lfn50off with code lfn50off. High-quality, never-frozen meals delivered to your home!

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by Launders to discuss kyousuke's amazing debut for Team Falcons at IEM Cologne, why time spent on NiP DOES count now, faltering of FaZe and GamerLegion, the prevalence of cheating and match fixing in CS2 tier 2 and below, and more! ​Improve your game with a cutting-edge Wooting keyboard and get a free uWu now! Simply add any keyboard and uWu to your cart with code SNAKE and get your uWu for free! Go to https://link.wooting.io/snake ​Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code CSGO for 10% off your entire order. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code CS2 at https://www.shopmando.com! Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/snake TODAY to get up to 20% off the fan-favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic!

Thorin and Yamato discuss GenG and their victory at the Esports World Cup, the drama around Caedrel co-streaming EWC, AL's strong 2nd place finish, T1 and HLE's forms at the event, the first week of LPL Summer, NAVI's roster heading into LEC Summer, and more! Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order. Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/summoning and you can get up to four extra months FREE.   Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 20% off the fan-favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic! Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm

With the recent release of Armies of Middle-earth and the Legacy profiles, we break down and rank all the Good armies in the game! More Ranking Videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4AjD8eksrQH5qcVcOHkfDoCWI5d_oxST Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:13 The Fellowship03:05 Road to Rivendell04:19 The Shire07:23 Breaking of the Fellowship09:44 Kingdom of Rohan12:15 Road to Helm's Deep14:50 Defenders of Helm's Deep17:00 Ride Out20:20 Riders of Eomer22:00 Riders of Theoden24:53 Army of Edoras29:03 Defenders of the Hornburg30:27 Minas Tirith33:02 Garrison of Ithilien 34:55 Reclaimation of Osgiliath36:16 Atop the Walls38:44 Return of the King41:26 Defenders of the Pelennor42:39 Men of the West44:41 Lindon47:24 Numenor52:00 Rivendell54:22 The Last Alliance 57:47 Lothlorien58:53 Fangorn01:02:15 The Eagles01:05:12 Realms of Men01:07:03 Thorin's Company01:08:04 Army of Thror01:11:33 The Iron Hills01:14:33 Erebor Reclaimed01:16:49 Army of Lake-town01:18:33 Survivors of Lake-town01:22:26 Garrison of Dale01:24:29 Erebor & Dale01:26:20 Halls of Thranduil 01:27:57 Rangers of Mirkwood01:30:50 Battle of the Five Armies01:32:16 Assault on Ravenhill01:33:55 Radagast's Alliance01:35:15 The White Council01:37:22 Battle of Bywater01:40:38 Arathorn's Stand01:44:10 The Grey Company01:45:49 The Beornings01:46:58 Fords of Isen01:49:25 Paths of the Druadan01:53:39 The Fiefdoms 01:55:46 The Grief of Eomer01:58:36 Army of Dale02:00:03 Arnor02:01:21 Battle of Fornost02:03:00 Kingdom of Khazad-Dum02:04:38 Army of Erebor02:08:41 Defenders of Erebor02:11:14 Battle of Greenfields02:13:30 Fields of Celebrant02:18:23 Reclamation of Moria02:20:25 Expedition to the East02:23:14 Final Thoughts & AdjustmentsPatreon Promotion: We have a new Patreon promotion to announce! After a month of joining, all patrons will receive a set of our new custom Baron Into the West dice (while supplies last)! Our Links: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IntotheWest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ITWpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intothewestpodcast/ Our Sponsors: Baron of Dice With dice for all wargaming systems, including MESBG, go check them out! Link: https://baronofdice.com/?ref=WEST 5% off Promo Code: WEST Mithril Brush, An online painting competition dedicated to Middle-earth. For more information on how you can enter or support this competition, visit https://www.patreon.com/TheMithrilBrush & https://www.instagram.com/mithrilbrush Credits: Music: Tavern Loop One by Alexander Nakarada (www.serpentsoundstudios.com) Licensed under Creative Commons BY Attribution 4.0 License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Music: Redline Musician: EnjoyMusic Site: https://enjoymusic.ai

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by Nohte, Senior Staff Writer at HLTV,  to discuss a good balance update from Valve, Overpass replacing Anubis, hype around IEM Cologne, Falcons skipping the next 2 BLAST events, mismanagement at Wildcard, and more! ​Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code CSGO for 10% off your entire order. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code CS2 at https://www.shopmando.com! The Last Free Nation merch shop is open! Show off your fandom and support us and by purchasing  the high-quality items on our merch shop. Check our website for more info on shipping! https://go.lastfreenation.shop/snake

Thorin and Yamato discuss the final matches of MSI 2025, the reasons why GenG are the best LoL esports team, T1 and Faker's performances at the event, what it will take for Western League of Legends teams to "bridge the gap" between them and Eastern teams, Maple un-retiring to return to PSG Talon, and more! Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order. Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off Ridge with code SI at https://www.Ridge.com/SI Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com! Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm The Last Free Nation merch shop is open! Show off your fandom and support us and by purchasing  the high-quality items on our merch shop. Check our website for more info on shipping! https://go.lastfreenation.shop/summoningyt

In this episode of 'The Four Horsemen,' Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo delve into the complex world of Riot Games's new stance on sports betting and its implications for the esports industry. The trio also discusses the controversial moves by Saudi Arabia in the esports space, lies and censorship surrounding the Esports World Cup, the ongoing match-fixing scandals, and how these developments are shaping the future of competitive gaming. Don't miss their insider insights on the ethical dilemmas, corporate strategies, and the ever-evolving landscape of esports. Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/horsemen TODAY to get up to 15% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds! For a limited time, our listeners get 10% off at Ridge by using code HORSEMAN at checkout. Just head to https://Ridge.com and use code HORSEMAN Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code HORSEMAN for 10% off your entire order. Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/horsemen and you can get an extra four months FREE. 

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by Paladin to discuss the CS2 case opening by ohnepixel and others, the lack of hype roster moves this offseason, Snax getting benched on G2, the state of HEROIC, the lackluster souvenir charm highlights, and more! ​Improve your game with a cutting-edge Wooting keyboard and get a free uWu now! Simply add any keyboard and uWu to your cart with code SNAKE and get your uWu for free! Go to https://link.wooting.io/snake Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off at Ridge with code SNAKE at https://www.Ridge.com/SNAKE Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code CS2 at https://www.shopmando.com!The Last Free Nation merch shop is open! Show off your fandom and support us and by purchasing the high-quality items on our merch shop. Check our website for more info on shipping! https://go.lastfreenation.shop/htpmyt

If you've seen or read Tolkien's The Hobbit, then you know that Gandalf convinced Thorin and the dwarves to take Bilbo Baggins, a simple hobbit from the Shire. But you may not know why Gandalf chose Bilbo in the first place, or how Gandalf and Thorin met, or how Gandalf received the map and key that he could pass along to Thorin, and still yet how unlikely the whole story is and how the tale is tangled up in the larger fight against Sauron. Today we explore the tale called “The Quest for Erebor” from JRR Tolkien's Unfinished Tales.Share this episode using this link:ringspodcast.com/221Who are you?Please tell me a little about you: ringspodcast.com/surveyWander Farther: A Free Reading GuideDownload my FREE guide for reading Tolkien's Silmarillion: https://ringspodcast.kit.com/a982347493Deals for you, my fellow wandererExclusive discount for Lore of the Rings Listeners: 25% off your entire order at Manly Bands. Details at https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/rings/Want to sponsor the Lore of the Rings?Sponsor rates, details, and inquires hereSupport Lore of the Rings with a donationAbout the Lore of the Rings PodcastContact the show, donate, and find past episodes: ringspodcast.comEmbark on an immersive journey through the captivating realms of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, where the epic sagas of the Lord of the Rings, the Hobbit, the Silmarillion, and Unfinished Tales, and more come to life. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of Tolkien's masterful storytelling, drawing intriguing comparisons between his literary works and the cinematic adaptations crafted by Peter Jackson. Be at the forefront of the latest developments as we explore the highly anticipated Rings of Power series from Amazon. Prepare to be enthralled as we uncover hidden connections, untold tales, and delve into the depths of Middle-earth lore. Tune in now and become part of our fellowship on this extraordinary journey!This podcast is not affiliated with the Tolkien Estate.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you've seen or read Tolkien's The Hobbit, then you know that Gandalf convinced Thorin and the dwarves to take Bilbo Baggins, a simple hobbit from the Shire. But you may not know why Gandalf chose Bilbo in the first place, or how Gandalf and Thorin met, or how Gandalf received the map and key that he could pass along to Thorin, and still yet how unlikely the whole story is and how the tale is tangled up in the larger fight against Sauron. Today we explore the tale called “The Quest for Erebor” from JRR Tolkien's Unfinished Tales.Share this episode using this link:ringspodcast.com/221Who are you?Please tell me a little about you: ringspodcast.com/surveyWander Farther: A Free Reading GuideDownload my FREE guide for reading Tolkien's Silmarillion: https://ringspodcast.kit.com/a982347493Deals for you, my fellow wandererExclusive discount for Lore of the Rings Listeners: 25% off your entire order at Manly Bands. Details at https://www.ringspodcast.com/p/rings/Want to sponsor the Lore of the Rings?Sponsor rates, details, and inquires hereSupport Lore of the Rings with a donationAbout the Lore of the Rings PodcastContact the show, donate, and find past episodes: ringspodcast.comEmbark on an immersive journey through the captivating realms of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, where the epic sagas of the Lord of the Rings, the Hobbit, the Silmarillion, and Unfinished Tales, and more come to life. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of Tolkien's masterful storytelling, drawing intriguing comparisons between his literary works and the cinematic adaptations crafted by Peter Jackson. Be at the forefront of the latest developments as we explore the highly anticipated Rings of Power series from Amazon. Prepare to be enthralled as we uncover hidden connections, untold tales, and delve into the depths of Middle-earth lore. Tune in now and become part of our fellowship on this extraordinary journey!This podcast is not affiliated with the Tolkien Estate.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ringspodcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Thorin and Yamato give thoughts and analysis on MSI 2025, preview the upcoming banger matchup between Faker and T1 vs Chovy and GenG, discuss CFO's strong performances and upset potential vs AL, assess FlyQuest's chances to get a win vs BLG, give reasoning as to why the LEC squads didn't perform as strongly at MSI this year, and more! Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off Ridge with code SI at https://www.Ridge.com/SI Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com! Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 15% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds! Last Free Nation merchandise is here! To celebrate, we're giving away several items from our merch shop. To be eligible, all you need to do is head to the Last Free Nation Discord server and follow the instructions in the "merch giveaway" channel. Entries will close next Sunday (the 13th), winners will be announced next week. Thank you for supporting our network! Last Free Nation Discord server: https://discord.gg/zeWYq4JhEU Last Free Nation merch shop: https://lastfreenation.shop

Thorin and Mauisnake celebrate the 100th episode of Snake and Banter with guest Sean Gares! They chat about why Falcons signing kyousuke is a good thing, the ugly truths about the state of s1mple and FaZe, the ongoing Vitality era of CS2, the potential of G2's new roster, reactions to the BLAST Austin Major, and more! Shop the Into the AM Fourth of July Sale with up to 60% OFF sitewide until July 7. Save an additional 10% by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN. Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code CSGO for 10% off your entire order. Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off at Ridge with code SNAKE at https://www.Ridge.com/SNAKE Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code CS2 at https://www.shopmando.com!

Thorin and Yamato discuss the results of the MSI 2025 Play-Ins, Poby leaving T1 for Fnatic, preview the MSI matches between GenG and G2, MKOI and BLG, AL and FlyQuest, plus CFO and T1, make predictions for the rest of the event, and more! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code SUMMONING at shopmando.com! Shop the Into the AM Fourth of July Day Sale with up to 60% OFF until July 7! Save an additional 10% by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 15% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds! The Last Free Nation merch shop is open! Show off your fandom and support us and by purchasing  the high-quality items on our merch shop. Check our website for more info on shipping! https://lastfreenation.shop

Thorin and Yamato preview MSI 2025! They are joined by guests Upset, Zaboutine, Initialise, Keire, and Vestion, who each bring their expertise and perspective on the LoL esports regions they follow. Keep tuning in to Last Free Nation during MSI for more Summoning Insight! Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off Ridge with code SI at https://www.Ridge.com/SI Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order. Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code SUMMONING at https://www.shopmando.com! Get 50% off FACTOR meals at https://www.factormeals.com/lfn50off with code lfn50off. High-quality, never-frozen meals delivered to your home! The Last Free Nation merch shop is open! Show off your fandom and support us and by purchasing  the high-quality items on our merch shop. Check our website for more info on shipping! https://lastfreenation.shop

Join us as Richard Lewis, Thorin, and Monte discuss the classic sports film 'Hoosiers.' In this episode, we explore the film's timeless appeal, Gene Hackman's nuanced performance, and why this movie, despite its predictable plot and sentimental moments, remains a beloved staple in sports cinema. From the cultural significance of small-town basketball to the profound human stories told through sports, we examine what makes 'Hoosiers' a blueprint for all feel-good sports movies. Also, enjoy some humorous commentary on the film's various cliches and occasional absurdities. Don't miss this deep dive into the ultimate underdog story!

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss the banger LTA North Final between FlyQuest and Cloud9, Chovy taking GenG through another strong LCK split, whether AL can bring the LPL a win at MSI, and more! Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order. ​Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off Ridge with code SI at https://www.Ridge.com/SI Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code SUMMONING at https://www.shopmando.com! Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 15% off their best-selling Everyday Earbuds! 

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by YNk to chat about s1mple's strong showing with FaZe at the BLAST Austin Major, NiKo missing out on Major glory once again, paiN and FURIA impressing, Aurora and Team Liquid's early exits, and more! Download the Sleeper app to play daily fantasy and receive a match up to $100 on your first deposit with code SNAKE - https://sleeper.com/download Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code CSGO for 10% off your entire order.

Thorin and Peter Dun are joined by Guilhoto, currently the Head Coach for Giantx, to discuss the importance of Caps to G2, MKOI getting a LEC win for Spain, Jojopyun's performance in the Final, the fact that we didn't get to see a Bo5 match between KC and G2, a massive production error in the LEC Playoffs, and more. Start your day right with Daily Greens by Factor Form at https://factor75.com/BDLS to get forty percent off plus FREE shipping on your first order.

In this explosive episode of 'The Four Horsemen,' hosts Richard Lewis, Thorin, and MonteCristo dive deep into the drama and shenanigans surrounding Evil Geniuses under the management of PEAK6. They discuss everything from the controversial rebranding, the appalling treatment of players and staff, to the financial gymnastics done with the Wolverhampton partnership. They also scrutinize Nicole LaPointe Jameson's leadership and the internal chaos that tarnished the storied legacy of this iconic esports organization. Join the discussion on how this could have been prevented and what it means for the future of esports.Improve yImprove your game with a cutting-edge Wooting keyboard and get a free uWu now! Go to https://wooting.io and add any keyboard and uWu to your cart with code HORSEMEN and get your uWu for free!Right now, just in time for Father's Day, Ridge is having a HUGE sale! Get up to 40% off your order at Ridge.com/HORSEMAN Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code HORSEMAN for 10% off your entire order.

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss MKOI defeating KC and G2 to win the latest LEC Final, KC and their underperformance in the Playoffs, the latest results from the LPL, the future of Caps and G2, the banger LTA matchup between Cloud9 and FlyQuest, and more! Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/summoning The Last Free Nation merch shop is open! Show off your fandom and support us and by purchasing  the high-quality items on our merch shop. Check our website for more info on shipping! https://go.lastfreenation.shop/bdlsyt Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order. Exclusive $30-off Carver Mat at https://www.AuraFrames.com. Use code SUMMONING at checkout to save! (US, Canada, and UK only. Offer may vary by country) Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 15% off sitewide!

As Thorin and company finally reach the Lonely Mountain, reality sets in—and it doesn't smell so pleasant.

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by dusT to chat about the BLAST Austin Major, the lack of confidence for reigning Major Champions Team Spirit, what the NA teams' failure in Stage 1 means for the future of NA CS, s1mple's aura already surpassing many top 20 players, and more! The Last Free Nation merch shop is open! Show off your fandom and support us and by purchasing  the high-quality items on our merch shop. Check our website for more info on shipping! https://go.lastfreenation.shop/snakeyt Right now, just in time for Father's Day, Ridge is having a HUGE sale! Get up to 40% off your order at Ridge.com/SNAKE Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code CS2 at https://www.shopmando.com! Exclusive $30-off Carver Mat at AuraFrames.com. Promo Code: SANDB (US, Canada, and UK only. Offer may vary by country)

Thorin and Peter Dun are joined by DeadShadow, currently the Head Coach for Lua Gaming, to discuss the future of Fnatic League of Legends, hype for the KC vs MKOI LEC Playoff match, the Nisqy Support saga on Vitality, the gap in power between the top 4 and bottom 6 teams in the league, and more! The Last Free Nation merch shop is open! Show off your fandom and support us and by purchasing  the high-quality items on our merch shop. Check our website for more info on shipping! https://go.lastfreenation.shop/bdlsyt Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/leagueshow TODAY to get 15% off sitewide!

Apologies for Richs mike - he needs a new one for S3!Here we bring Season 2 to an end with an episode going through the Hobbit films. Should Thorin be F7 and have free combats, should he have Barrel Riding as an ability? should the Oakenshield be better? where are the dwarf songs? and the Arkenstone?!?! We go through the significant scenes in the trilogy to try and understand what should be in Thorins profile.

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by walle to chat about FaZe and their importance to Counter-Strike esports, problems with narratives heading into the BLAST Austin Major, Valve fixing sprays in CS2 after a Reddit thread calling attention to it, The MongolZ bucking their Playoff choker status at IEM Dallas, and more! ​Improve your game with a cutting-edge Wooting keyboard and get a free uWu now! Simply add any keyboard and uWu to your cart with code SNAKE and get your uWu for free! Go to https://link.wooting.io/snake Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code CSGO for 10% off your entire order.

Thorin and Peter Dun are joined by Enatron, currently the Head Coach for Ici Japon Corp. Esport, to discuss all of the upsets in the first round of LEC Playoffs, whether those upsets are a good or bad sign for the league going into MSI, Supa and Caps performing strongly, Oscarinin falling flat for Fnatic, and more!

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss GenG's dominance in the LCK, the thrilling LEC Playoffs, drama in the LEC All-Pro voting, T1 and their chances to qualify MSI, potential players to join Faker and Uzi in the Hall of Legends, and more! ​Shop the Into the AM Memorial Day Sale with up to 70% OFF until June 1. Save an additional 10% by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN. Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order. Get 50% off FACTOR meals at https://www.factormeals.com/lfn50off with code lfn50off. High-quality, never-frozen meals delivered to your home!

Christopher Tolkien explains that “the textual situation… is complex and hard to unravel.” Fortunately, the podcast situation is quite simple. Join The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan as we conclude our time with the Dwarves - and our time with Sara for this season - in an in-depth look at The Quest of Erebor, including bits of the story you've not likely read before. Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to witness Gimli getting a clue, Thorin's haughtiness forcing him to take a hobbit, and Balin revealing himself to be the King of Misunderstanding. Alan and Sara reminisce about pre-cloud data storage, wonder if it's foresight or are we merely crazed, and try to avoid speaking confidently without knowledge. Also, “old grey man” is a reference to Gandalf, not Alan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Four Horsemen, Thorin, Richard Lewis, and MonteCristo dive deep into several major eSports controversies. They begin with Team Liquid's fallout with Honda following a controversial tweet from one of their Brazilian Rainbow Six players and discuss the broader implications and responses within the community. The conversation then shifts to the surprising stand taken by the GeoGuesser community against the eSports World Cup in Riyadh, illustrating how community-driven efforts can influence major decisions in the gaming world. Lastly, the hosts tackle the decline of Astralis, once a titan in competitive Counter-Strike, now struggling with multiple consecutive major misses and its current state for sale. With in-depth analysis, industry insights, and personal anecdotes, this episode sheds light on the business and ethical dimensions of the eSports landscape. Shop the Into the AM Memorial Day Sale with up to 70% OFF until June 1. Save an additional 10% by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN. Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/horsemen and you can get an extra four months FREE.   Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code HORSEMAN for 10% off your entire order.

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by Vince  to chat about s1mple's performances with FaZe at IEM Dallas, Team Liquid's level of play, NakeyJakey putting the spotlight on CS2's new player experience, the BESTIA and BLAST Major drama, the overall career of XANTARES, and more! Shop the Into the AM Memorial Day Sale with up to 70% OFF sitewide until June 1. Save an additional 10% by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN. Also, visit the Last Free Nation Discord to give feedback on our latest t-shirt design collaboration! Take advantage of Ridge's one-a-year anniversary sale and get UP TO 40% OFF right now by going to https://www.Ridge.com/SNAKE Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code CSGO for 10% off your entire order.

Thorin and Peter Dun are joined by Mac, currently the Head Coach for Vitality, to discuss the upcoming LEC Playoffs, Fnatic having the opportunity to win the split, Humanoid and Caps's levels of play, whether MKOI has a chance of beating KC in a Bo5, the level of toxicity in modern esports fandom, and more! Shop the Into the AM Memorial Day Sale with up to 70% OFF until June 1! Save an additional 10% by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN 

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss Team Liquid losing their Honda partnership, Yuuji starting ahead of UmTi vs Shopify Rebellion, the latest T1 vs GenG match result in the LCK, predictions for upcoming Playoff matches, and more! ​Take advantage of Ridge's Memorial Day Sale and get UP TO 40% Off right now by going to https://www.Ridge.com/SI Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/summoning and you can get an extra four months FREE.   Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order.

Gandalf worries that the dragon Sauron might use with terrible effect; Sara worries that the bad jokes Alan might use with terrible effect. Join The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan as we begin our longer-than-expected look into The Quest of Erebor from Unfinished Tales, as a sidebar to our walk through Appendix A III on Durin's Folk. Gandalf is overtaken by Thorin on the road to Bree (“Thorin, you're much too fast!”), underestimates how much damage 20 years can do to an adventurous hobbit, and reluctantly agrees to look after his darling. Alan and Sara discuss Gandalf's fitness fashion, wish Dwarves would stop bequeathing vengeance, and speculate about Sauron's new hobbies. Also, I got that reference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by Freya Spiers to chat about HooXi's level of play with Astralis, updates on the kyousuke sale to Falcons, the state of G2 as we approach the Austin Major, inconsistency in the timing of Valve's map pool changes, and more! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code CS2 at https://www.shopmando.com!

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss the decline of G2 in the LEC, the serious allegations against MKOI's workplace, the Twitter drama between T1 fans and Aux, the latest results from the LPL and LCK, and more! ​Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 15% off sitewide!

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by KingT to chat about s1mple playing for FaZe during IEM Dallas and the BLAST Austin Major, a roster rumor that could save G2, the exciting race for #1 player between donk, m0NESY, and ZywOo, the states of Aurora and NAVI, and more!

Thorin and Peter Dun are joined by UCAM Coach Crusher to discuss the downsides of homestands in League of Legends esports, all the teams in contention for winning LEC Spring, whether G2 can succeed, disappointment from Irrelevant and BDS, Noah's strong play despite the circumstances last week, and more!

They say that Gandalf is wise and knows more than any other of what goes on in the world; they say Alan can sometimes do math. Join The Man of the West and The Shieldmaiden of Rohan as we continue our team in Appendix A III to The Lord of the Rings, on Durin's Folk. Thorin is too proud to beg, Gandalf begins to worry about Smaug and Sauron becoming BFFs, and Gimli says he don't care where we go, he don't care what we do, just take me with U to the Undying Lands. Alan and Sara ask what Sauron would have actually done with the Seven, agree that bequeathing vengeance is not very kind to your descendants, and wonder what might happen if the Dwarves were just nicer to their women. Also, we knew Finrod — you're no Finrod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue our Robert Eggers' Arc on Four Play with his third film, 2022's 'The Northman.'  Thorin, Richard Lewis, and MonteCristo break down the film's rich Viking mythology, stunning cinematography by Jarin Blaschke, and intense performances, especially highlighting Alexander Skarsgård's transformative role as Amleth. Explore how Eggers' dedication to historical accuracy and mythological realism brings a unique and immersive cinematic experience. From epic battle scenes to intricate mythological details, this film discussion covers it all. Join us as we dissect one of our favorite films and discover why it's a must-watch for history buffs and action fans alike.

Thorin and Mauisnake are joined by SJPUNJ to chat about EliGE and his effect on FaZe, Falcons and their rise to the top with m0NESY and NiKo, whether or not Magisk belongs on fraudwatch, the state of the CS2 competitive map pool, the BLAST Rivals format, and more! Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at AuraFrames.com. Promo Code: SANDB (US, UK, and Canada only)

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss the Madrid homestand for MKOI in the LEC and how it may change the League of Legends esports landscape, Gumayusi and T1's latest performances, Team Liquid potentially adding a new jungler to their roster, the unfortunate passing of Season 1 World Champion Shushei, the latest from the LPL, and more! Get 50% off FACTOR meals at https://www.factormeals.com/lfn50off with code lfn50off. High-quality, never-frozen meals delivered to your home! Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at https://www.AuraFrames.com. Use code SUMMONING at checkout to save! (US, Canada, and UK only)

Four Play dives deep into Robert Eggers' enigmatic film 'The Lighthouse'. Richard Lewis, MonteCristo, and Thorin analyze the intricate storytelling, impeccable cinematography, and the remarkable performances by Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson. We explore the film's Lovecraftian themes, Greek mythological references, and its unique ability to evoke a wide range of emotions, from horror to comedy. Whether you're a fan of psychological horror or artistic cinema, this discussion highlights why 'The Lighthouse' is a standout film in Eggers' oeuvre. Our hosts discuss their theories on the mysteries of the film, including what is "real" and the characters' motivations. Don't miss our in-depth analysis and insights into one of the most profoundly crafted films of recent years.

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss the latest results from G2, KC, and Fnatic in the LEC, a spicy interview with FlyQuest Inspired, why Nongshim is the new LCK dark horse, the indecisiveness of T1, Milkyway being trapped on RNG, and more! Get 50% off FACTOR meals at https://www.factormeals.com/lfn50off with code lfn50off. High-quality, never-frozen meals delivered to your home! Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order.

In this episode of the Christ in Classics podcast, host Colton Moore engages with Dr. Holly Ordway, a prominent scholar on Tolkien, to explore the themes of heroism in 'The Hobbit'. They discuss Dr. Ordway's personal journey with Tolkien's works, the role of literary criticism, and how hobbit-ness shapes heroism. The conversation also delves into Gollum's impact on Bilbo's character and the moral implications of mercy in heroism. In this conversation, Colton Moore and Holly Ordway explore the rich themes of J.R.R. Tolkien's works, particularly focusing on 'The Hobbit' and its characters. They delve into the contrasting natures of Gollum and Bilbo, discussing moral choices, the consequences of actions, and the importance of friendship and humility. The discussion also touches on the character development of Thorin and Gandalf, as well as the broader literary tradition of underdog heroes. Ultimately, they highlight the profound impact of Tolkien's storytelling on readers and the moral lessons embedded within his narratives.***GlossaHouse resources are available at our website! - https://glossahouse.com/✏️ ***Sign up for classes with GlossaHouse U - https://glossahouse.com/pages/classes

Case and Sam are looking back at the earliest episodes of the show! Check out their thoughts on the seventeenth episode when Case sat down with Ben Milton and Addy Thomas and chatted about The Hobbit Trilogy! Overview   In the latest Podcast Discussion meeting, hosts Case and Sam explored a meta-review of their previous episode on The Hobbit trilogy, originally recorded after their first year of podcasting. The discussion began with an overview of the original episode, highlighting a consensus that three films were excessive for the source material. They praised Martin Freeman's casting as Bilbo while critiquing Peter Jackson for trying to align the film's style with The Lord of the Rings, particularly noting that the addition of the villain Azog was unnecessary. They also pointed out issues with character design and narrative structure, suggesting a two-film adaptation could have better captured character arcs and pacing, particularly with scenes involving Smaug. The Battle of Five Armies was identified as the weakest film, marred by excessive padding and a lack of personal stakes compared to earlier battles in the franchise. The hosts expressed the importance of subtlety in fan service and connections to The Lord of the Rings while reflecting on their own views from the initial episode. They concluded by sharing their love for film and announced upcoming episodes focused on Captain America and Alien Resurrection, while encouraging listener engagement through their Discord server.   Notes Introduction and Episode Context (00:00 - 09:47) Case and Sam introduce this meta-episode reviewing a previous podcast about The Hobbit trilogy The original episode featured Case, Ben, and Addie discussing at 'CPOV Studios' They note this was recorded after completing the first year of the podcast Main critique established immediately: three movies was far too many for The Hobbit source material The hosts mention they didn't rewatch the entire trilogy for this meta-review Initial Critique of The Hobbit Films (09:48 - 19:09) The hosts praise Martin Freeman's casting as Bilbo as a perfect choice that connects to Elijah Wood's Frodo They criticize Peter Jackson for trying to make The Hobbit fit the style and scale of Lord of the Rings The unnecessary villain Azog (the pale orc) is identified as a major problem They note Jackson used artificial narrative structures to create three separate arcs where the source material didn't support it Discussion of how Lord of the Rings doesn't rely on personified villains, but on evil as a force ‍️ Character and Design Issues (19:09 - 28:25) The hosts criticize the framing device that has Bilbo explaining the dwarven kingdom's history They argue Bilbo should be an uninformed viewpoint character discovering the world along with the audience The dwarves' inconsistent design is highlighted as problematic (either caricatures or just normal people) They discuss how the dwarves don't feel cohesive like in Lord of the Rings and lack distinct personalities Case praises the Gollum scenes as genuinely excellent despite other issues ️ Proposed Two-Movie Structure (28:25 - 37:07) Case suggests ending the first movie at Lake Town as a natural breaking point This would create a moment where Bilbo has a true choice to continue or turn back They discuss how this cut would make Bilbo's character arc work better for the first film The second film could focus on Thorin's character arc They criticize how the actual film cuts (especially the Desolation of Smaug ending) feel like TV cliffhangers Smaug and Pacing Issues (37:07 - 46:35) The hosts praise the actual Smaug and Bilbo conversation scenes They criticize the extended Smaug chase/forge scenes as unnecessary padding Discussion of how Jackson is good at bringing book scenes to life but struggles when expanding material They propose that the second movie should open with the dwarves finding the door to the Lonely Mountain They critique the narrative weight of many extended sequences that don't actually advance the story ️ Battle of Five Armies Criticisms (46:36 - 55:45) The Battle of Five Armies is identified as the weakest film with the most padding They argue the battle should have been the third act of a movie, not an entire film Discussion of how the battle needed to feel smaller and more personal than Lord of the Rings battles They appreciate the decision to make Bilbo more active in the battle than in the book The hosts criticize the 'video game' quality of action sequences like the barrel rider scene ‍️ Fan Service and Connections to Lord of the Rings (55:45 - 01:04:58) They discuss how Legolas' inclusion made sense for the first film but was forced in later films They appreciate seeing Saruman before his fall to evil The hosts criticize heavy-handed references to Lord of the Rings (like mentioning Aragorn/Strider) They note how forcing connections to the original trilogy hurt the story Discussion of the 'video game' quality of action sequences compared to Lord of the Rings Meta-Discussion of the Episode (01:04:58 - 01:15:51) Sam and Case reflect on the original episode, finding it thorough and well-argued Sam admits not rewatching the trilogy for this meta-review as it would be too time-consuming They reaffirm that the trilogy's main problem is its excessive length Sam praises the costumes while Case notes the 48 FPS format made everything look fake They discuss how watching the entire Middle-earth saga chronologically would be challenging Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes (01:15:51 - 01:32:34) Case reiterates that a good two-movie cut exists within the trilogy's footage They agree the first film is the most watchable of the three Both hosts express their love for the first Captain America film (their next episode topic) Sam mentions she didn't rewatch the Hobbit films as they would take 10+ hours They provide information about their Discord server and social media presence Upcoming podcast episodes announced: Alien Resurrection and Captain America: The First Avenger Action items Join and participate in the Discord server for further discussion (01:31:00)

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss updates to the new season of League of Legends, the latest T1 drama, problems that the LTA North is facing, thoughts on the current LEC squads, predictions for LPL Spring, and more! Protect your online privacy TODAY by visiting https://ExpressVPN.com/summoning and you can get an extra four months FREE.   ​Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today! For a limited time only, head to https://TurtleBeach.com and use Code SUMMONING for 10% off your entire order.

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss a crazy interview with Bwipo, the decline of the LTA, Team Liquid's underperformance, the banger LCK matchup between GEN and T1, the state of Fnatic, predictions going into the upcoming weeks of pro League of Legends, and more! Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/summoning ​Get up to 10 FREE meals and a free high protein item for life at https://www.hellofresh.com/lfn10fm Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 20% off sitewide!

In a new Summoning Insight, Thorin and Yamato discuss Fnatic's poor start in LEC Spring, GenG defeating HLE in the opening LCK Spring match, the latest from T1 drama land, G2's start to the split, the lack of hype in LTA North, thoughts on Spawn, UmTi, and Team Liquid, and more! Shop the Into the AM Sitewide Sale with up to 60% OFF until April 6. Save an additional 10% by using our link: https://intotheam.com/LFN. Also, visit the Last Free Nation Discord to give feedback on our latest t-shirt design collaboration! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code SUMMONING at https://www.shopmando.com! Go to https://www.buyraycon.com/lfn TODAY to get up to 20% off sitewide!