Tolkiens epic fantasy novels, as their leader.
So far, Adar has a pretty good track record.
But there are changes in store.
Sam Hazeldine.Ross Ferguson / Prime Video
For another, viewers know something Adar doesnt: Sauron is very much still alive.
This sets up his call to adventure in season 2.
I know Joseph, I worked with him years ago.
Sam Hazeldine as Adar, an orc.Ross Ferguson / Prime Video
So it was actually a pleasure to take the baton from him.
Obviously we don’t look the same, but the character is instantly recognizable.
That familiarity is thanks to the tireless work of the makeup and prosthetics artists onThe Rings of Power.
Sam Hazeldine.Charlie Gray / Prime Video
But they eventually got that timing down to five.
It helps that hes far from the only one on set who looks like that.
Its quite unnerving to see that many all in one place, its quite intimidating.
It was helpful to remind myself that I’m not insane, and they are just people.
It was learning to speak the ugliest of Tolkiens languages.
But he just didnt write that many words in Black Speech.
Viewers will also see how previous confrontations between Adar and Sauron unfolded.
It’s kind of like he took a red pill and was duped.
He was horrifically tortured and maimed.
Get ready for that whenThe Rings of Powerseason 2 premieres Aug. 29 on Prime Video.
