In The Rings of Power Season 1, Galadriel and Sauron’s paths were closely intertwined, leading to a shocking revelation for Galadriel. Sauron deceived her until the very end when he showed his true identity. It was a critical moment in the season that set the stage for their complex relationship in Season 2, which is now almost upon us.
Morfydd Clark, who plays Galadriel, offered some insights into what fans can expect from the dynamic of the two leads in the upcoming season during an interview with Screenrant for her horror film Starve Acre, saying,
“The mortal enemies hate each other even more than before, and they’re looking even better than they ever did.”
Morfydd teases the rage the characters go through, and they seem to be at the top of their game coming into Season 2, and we can expect some dramatic scenes between the two of them to play out as Middle Earth’s dark times approach. In the Lord of the Rings franchise, the characters of Galadriel and Sauron have been teased as opposing forces to be reckoned with, and Season 1’s way of showing how this all started became both an interesting talking point, and a bone of contention in equal measure.
The Evolution of Galadriel and Sauron
At the start of The Rings of Power Season 1, Galadriel was already convinced that Sauron’s return was inevitable. Her journey throughout the season only reinforced her resolve to defeat him. The discovery that Halbrand, the man she had grown close to, was actually Sauron was a devastating blow that fueled her hatred even more.
In Season 2, Galadriel’s determination to stop Sauron will be more intense than ever. However, this focus may lead her to make decisions that push her further to the brink. Unlike the wise and composed Galadriel from The Lord of the Rings trilogy, the Galadriel we see in The Rings of Power is still on a journey of growth.
For Sauron, Galadriel’s rejection of his offer to join him is a significant setback. A partnership with Galadriel would have greatly facilitated his evil plans. While everyone knows where the story ends, the telling of how their paths will cross again, and how they face each other next time, is something that fans currently have no real idea about.
As The Rings of Power continues, the evolving relationship between Galadriel and Sauron promises to be a central focus of the series. With both characters more determined to achieve their goals than ever, the stage is set for a dramatic and intense conflict that will reshape Middle Earth. While Season 1 was given a rough ride by audiences, there are many who are eagerly awaiting this year’s return of the latest chapter in the world of Tolkien on screen.
