Why does Lady Galadriel turn dark?

The scene in question was the interaction between Frodo and Galadriel in Lothlorien. During their meeting, Galadriel considered accepting the One Ring when Frodo offered it to her. Then, all of a sudden, she was changed into a terrifying "dark form" that could easily conquer Middle-earth with the Ring's power.
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What is so special about Lady Galadriel?

Galadriel was highly praised for her beauty, particularly that of her hair, which was a deep and radiant gold, shot with silver. It was said by the Elves of Tirion to have ensnared the light of the Two Trees of Valinor, Telperion and Laurelin, and possibly to have inspired the creation of the Silmarils by Fëanor.
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Why is Galadriel black?

There is no reason for Galadriel to 'turn dark' in BoFA, she did in FotR due to the Ring's temptation. But I guess they thought they needed one more reference for those of us who weren't quite sure that these films were set in the same world as LotR.
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Is Lady Galadriel in love with Gandalf?

While the relationship between Gandalf and Galadriel is expanded in the books (as are most things), the one thing the books and films have in common is that that relationship is always 100 percent platonic.
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Why is Galadriel fading?

During the events of Lord of the Rings, Gandalf possesses the Ring of Fire, Galadriel possesses the Ring of Water, and Elrond possesses the Ring of Air. Each of the Elven Rings has its abilities, which faded with the destruction of the One Ring. Their bearers all went to the Undying Lands eventually.
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Why Galadriel turns dark



Why didn't Galadriel fight in Lord of the Rings?

Feanor (the creator of the Silmarils) had asked Galadriel for a strand of hair on three occasions and she refused each time, causing animosity between the two. Galadriel had the ability to see the growing darkness within Feanor, which is why she refused him.
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Did Galadriel marry Gimli?

To answer your question, no neither Gimli or Legolas get married or have any children. It was suggested I did an info post about all the Fellowship and their spouses.
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Why do the Elves call Gandalf mithrandir?

Mithrandir is a Sindarin name used by the Elves to refer to Gandalf and since Gandalf can speak Sindarin, he also often uses that name. “Mithrandir” means “Grey Pilgrim” or “Wanderer” in Sindarin, which is a reference to Gandalf's character.
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Who was Galadriel in love with?

Galadriel was one of the Ñoldor who came to Middle-earth wishing to see the lands and rule a realm of her own. She came with the second host of Elves from Aman with Fingolfin and Finrod. Celeborn and Galadriel fell in love and married. It is not clear how long Celeborn and Galadriel dwelled in Beleriand.
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Why is Gimli obsessed with Galadriel?

He has made no secret of his enmity with Elves, particularly Wood-elves. Yet he cannot help himself but to be awed by the Lady Galadriel's compassion and understanding. He discovers that not only can he be awed by an Elf, but actually treasure a relationship with one. Hence his request: bold and yet humble.
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Is Galadriel a dark Elf?

As a Noldorian Elf, she was inherently powerful, and as part of the royal lineage, she was a great leader. When the Noldor rebelled against the Valar, Galadriel was part of the rebellion and exiled with the rest of her people, though she didn't take part in the Kinslaying at Alqualondë.
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Is Galadriel good or evil?

In The Lord of the Rings, Galadriel chose to use her powers for good, even helping to form the Council of Elrond. Galadriel was not evil. But had she been, there would be none who could stand against her forces, especially if she was in possession of the Ring.
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Is Galadriel Arwen's grandmother?

Arwen, then over 2,700 years old, had recently returned to her father's home after living with her grandmother, Galadriel, in Lothlórien. Aragorn fell in love with Arwen at first sight.
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What kind of Elf is Legolas?

Legolas is a Sindarin Elf from the Woodland Realm of Northern Mirkwood. His father, Thranduil, is the King of the Silvan Elves living in that realm, making Legolas the Prince of Mirkwood.
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Who is the oldest character in Lord of the Rings?

Both Tom and Treebeard were referred to as the oldest living creatures of Arda, though it is not clear which of the two is the oldest. However, according to Tolkien's letters, it is implied that Bombadil was the oldest living being in Middle-earth.
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Why didnt Aragorn go to the Undying Lands?

Arwen and Aragorn live happily ever after for a time. Yet no mortal can survive forever. And after their marriage, both Aragorn and Arwen are mortal. Arwen, therefore, could not set foot in the Undying Lands without special permission.
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Does Gandalf know he is a Maiar?

He's aware of the Blessed Land and those residing there. But he has never seen a Maia before, not unlike Galadriel, Elrond or even Glorfindel. He couldn't have known Gandalf was a Maia; all he knew is that he came from Valinor as a messenger.
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Why is Aragorn called elessar?

As King of Reunited Gondor and Arnor

Upon Sauron's defeat, Aragorn was crowned as King Elessar, a name given to him by Galadriel and adopted by the people of Gondor because of the Elfstone he wore.
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What happens to tauriel after Kili dies?

Tauriel's fate

Tauriel was banished from Mirkwood by Thranduil, so what happens to Tauriel after the Battle of Five Armies remains unknown, although actress Evangeline Lilly stated in an interview that Tauriel returns to Mirkwood.
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Who did Legolas marry?

Legolas and Gimli's relationship is strong in The Lord of the Rings, even though it wasn't explicitly romantic in canon. The members of the Fellowship in The Lord of the Rings forge an unbreakable bond while on their mission to destroy the One Ring.
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Who did Legolas love?

Tauriel truly threw a wrench in Legolas' life when he fell in love with her. She was brave, fierce, and a protective leader of the guard. He was meant to be the dutiful son of King Thranduil, but in loving her, he became a stubborn, masterful archer instead.
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Why didn't Boromir get a gift from Galadriel?

It may simply be that the belt didn't impact the story enough, so it was cut for time. Though it's sad that Boromir was left belt-less in the movie, the knowledge that he received something useful and meaningful in the book is comforting.
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Why doesn't Elrond use the fellowship?

And while the exact reason was never explicitly stated, we can assume that Glorfindel, Elrond and Galadriel opted out of the journey because the One Ring would have too much power over them, which would make them not only useless during the journey, but also a hindrance for the Fellowship.
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Why didn't the fellowship fly to Mordor?

The eagles can't carry the Fellowship to Mordor because Gandalf can't simply summon a squadron of birds to divebomb Mount Doom.
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