That being said, it’s not surprising that Frodo would then long for an adventure that’s less perilous, giving him time to enjoy new experiences.įrodo’s injuries also likely played a role in his decision to leave. Even among the burdens of his journey as he carries it, he doesn’t cease to marvel at the new experiences along the way. It’s apparent pretty early that Frodo would be interested in going on a journey of his own, which, beyond him being Bilbo’s relative, makes him a good candidate for carrying the ring. Considering Frodo’s character from the moment fans meet him, it actually quite makes sense that he decides to leave the Shire behind and live out the remainder of his days through a new adventure.įrom the moment Frodo is introduced in The Fellowship of the Ring with Gandalf coming into town, it’s clear that he is fascinated by tales of adventure. This is also why mortals are not permitted in the Undying Lands in the first place.įrodo, being permitted to go though, decides to take the opportunity for several reasons. This is what resulted in the continents being divided and the divine people of the Undying Lands being separated from the unholy creatures of Middle-earth. This is, however, the reason that holy beings are separated from mortals in this world.Īt one time, men (tempted by Sauron) desired to obtain the immortality of those that existed in the Undying Lands- assuming that the power came from the land itself- and they attacked it.
Thus, Bilbo and Frodo are not going there to gain immortality, but to live out the remainder of their days in divine peace. It’s also very important to point out that the Undying Lands is not a place that grants immortality, but rather beings that are immortal choose to live there. Once Sauron is defeated, they are both allowed to return, having both played a significant role in his demise. Galadriel existed in Middle-earth in exile, and Gandalf was sent there with the purpose of bringing an end to Sauron. On the other side of that, Galadriel, Elrond, and Gandalf are returning there to finally rest after completing their missions. RELATED: LOTR: Why Were The Hobbits Not Given Rings Of Power? This allows them safe entrance to the Undying Lands, which they are only granted because they bore the burden of the ring for the sake of Middle-earth.
Of course, leaving one’s home forever is not a decision that one makes lightly.įirst, it’s important to note that, at the end of Return of the King, Frodo and Bilbo go there, accompanied by Gandalf, Galadriel, and Elrond. There are of course a list of reasons why Frodo ultimately decides to say goodbye to Middle-earth and hello to the Undying Lands. Though Frodo was as devoted to them, he already had to put the well-being of an entire world before himself and decided now to do what was best for him. After all that the fellowship in the Lord of the Rings endure together, some viewers are unsure how Frodo could leave them behind.
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