How the Nazgul Uncovered the Hidden Truth: The Journey of the One Ring

The Nazgul and the Discovery of the Ring Bearers

In the realm of Middle-earth, the ominous presence of Sauron and his dreadful Nazgul loomed over everything. The fate of the One Ring and its eventual destruction were at the forefront of their unquenchable desire. However, how did the Nazgul uncover the fact that Frodo Baggins had the One Ring?

From Gollum to Sauron

It all began with Gollum. Gathered in the dungeons of Barad-d?r, Sauron was not satisfied with the information provided by the lesser wraiths. Despite the great power of the Nazgul, Sauron felt the need for more personal knowledge. He demanded further details from Gollum, the creature who once wielded the One Ring. On his interrogation, Gollum admitted the "Baggins" was the one who had the ring and gave the location: the Shire.

Operation in the Shire

Under the directive of Sauron, the Nazgul set forth to the Shire. They arrived in a manner that seemed impossible to track, as their speed and invisibility were beyond the comprehension of the ordinary beings. The Nazgul's primary objective was to find the Baggins—Frodo.

Tracking and Discovery

One of the villagers reported a strange disappearance of a Hobbit in the vicinity of Bag End. The Nazgul, with their refined senses and darkened minds, easily made the connection and followed the trail. They were certain that the Baggins had recently fled, but the question remained: who exactly was the Baggins? The Nazgul, despite their formidable power, still didn't know their target's name.

A Missed Opportunity

Frodo, in his journey to destroy the ring, accidentally put it on in front of people unexpectedly. Unbeknownst to him, one of these enemies was a servant of the Nazgul. A servant overheard and reported this critical information. It failed to draw the full attention of the Nazgul initially, but the significance of this detail would be revealed in due course.

The Attack on Weathertop

The Nazgul tracked the party of Hobbits and the man they were with, Aragorn, to the wild. As they neared Rivendell, Frodo put on the ring to avoid being seen. This act incited a fierce encounter, leading to an attack. The Nazgul used their knowledge of the ring's power and the ring's appearance to deduce that the ring's bearer was indeed present. The battle at Weathertop was a defining moment for the Nazgul, as it solidified their conviction that the ring was still within the possession of the Hobbits.

The Fallacy of Belief

Later, the Nazgul and Sauron mistakenly assumed that after Frodo arrived at Rivendell, someone of great power must have taken the ring from him. This belief was likely a ruse to create a narrative where they were still in possession of the One Ring, despite the Hobbits’ departure.

The Palantir and a New Dilemma

When Aragorn revealed himself to Sauron via the Palantir, he inadvertently confirmed the suspicion that the One Ring was still within the hands of the free peoples of Middle-earth. This revelation led to new strategies and a renewed determination among the Nazgul. It proved to be a pivotal moment, marking the culmination of their search and setting the stage for the final battle of the One Ring.

In conclusion, while the discovery process was fraught with missteps and false assumptions, the Nazgul's unyielding pursuit of Frodo and the One Ring highlights the complex interplay of power, knowledge, and deception in the realm of Middle-earth.