Warning: This article contains spoilers for The Rings of Power season 2, episode 5 and upcoming events (based on the writings of JRR Tolkien).Things are getting tense in Númenor in Rings of Power season 2, too the Amazon series clearly sets the scene for Ar-Pharazôn's later death. Those familiar with JRR Tolkien's books know that Pharazôn perishes during the fall of Númenor, a cataclysm that wreaks havoc. Rings of Power build from scratch. Trystan Gravelle's character has already begun to stir up discontent in his kingdom Rings of Power season 2, and the arrival of Sauron on his shores will make things worse.
If Rings of Power following Tolkien's source, Pharazôn must eventually return Sauron to Númenor as a hostage – although the fact that Halbrand is already there can complicate matters. But however the Amazon series accomplishes their next meeting, Sauron will corrupt the Pharazôn, leading to the fall of Númenor. It is thanks to Sauron that the actor declared war on Valinor. This marks the end of Pharaoh and his people, too Rings of Power Season 2 already foreshadows this sad story.
Rings Of Power Season 2 Clearly Foreshadows Pharazôn's Death
He Talks About Immortality and He Clearly Hates Valinor
It is not clear when Rings of Power will include the Fall of Númenor and the death of Pharazôn, but season 2 is more foreshadowing of the character's demise. In Rings of Power season 2 episode 5, Pharazôn talks about dying with his son, looking at Valinor as he does. He cries that “some things will be withheld forever” from the love of Men, regardless of their position or success. He clearly hates the Valar and the fact that humans cannot achieve immortality.
With Rings of Power already stressing his desire for immortality and resenting the Valar, it's easy to see how Pharazôn would be swayed.
This sets the stage for his death, which happens because Sauron convinces him to attack Valinor in pursuit of immortality. With Rings of Power already stressing his desire for immortality and his resentment of the Valar, it's easy to see how Pharazôn would be swayed. The focus on male mortality also feels symbolic, reminding viewers that Pharazôn will not actually live forever. It sounds like a hint that he's going to perish soon, which will be a big deal for Amazon's show.
Showing Pharazôn's Death in the Ring of Power Would Be a Big Thing
It will show the Power of Valinor & Eru
Pharazôn's death will be a big moment Rings of Power, and not just because he is a prominent character. The planes of Pharazôn drowned Eru Ilúvatar, a god more powerful than the Valar. Eru's destructive power is yet to be shown on screen, though Rings of Power it will show you during the fall of Númenor. It will also show how powerful Valinor is, and will reveal why they left Middle-earth during the Second Age.
All of this will be a big deal for Tolkien fans, and could easily be one of them Rings of Powerthe greatest moments of all. Those who think Sauron is a force to be reckoned with will be surprised to see how powerful some of Tolkien's creatures can be. Previous adaptations of his work did not delve into these aspects of Middle-Earth, so it's interesting that Rings of Power in the end it won't.