• On the first appearance of the Uruk-hai, we do not hear their theme.
• Likewise, the first time we are introduced to the armor-clad Rohans, their theme is also absent.
• Imbalance in Saruman/Sauron’s conversation; the Barad-Dur theme is present, but Sauron’s theme is absent, indicating an uneven alliance.
Setting:
Merry and Pippin chase a pack of Uruk-hai, and this pack soon joins a group of Orcs. This group makes way to Isengard, when suddenly they realize that they are being pursued. Aragorn listens with hope of progress, and Legolas, Gimili, and himself continue. They enter the kingdom of Rohan, whilst Legolas figures out that the Uruk-hai/Orcs are making their way to Isengard. Saruman prepares for war at Orthanc of Isengard. Saruman speaks with Sauron via an Orb, and discuss the war to come onto Rohan. Saruman directs the “Wildmen” to create an initial attack and cut down the Kingdom. Eomer and his guard search for Theodred, the King’s son. He is found alive, but barely and in grave circumstances. King Theoden sits alone and feeble, while Grima addresses his wishes.
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• No notable music/swordplay sound effects.
• Merry and Pippin reminisce about the Shire • Shire/Hobbit Theme
• The Orcs /Uruk-hai realize they are being followed • Orc/Uruk-hai Theme•
• Aragorn listens to the boulder • Fellowship Theme (incomplete form)
• Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli chase the Uruk-hai/Orcs • Fellowship theme fully develops
• Aragorn spots the pin that Pippen left as a trace, chase continues • Elven theme appears, then transforms into the Fellowship theme
• Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli end un in Rohan • As they crest the hill, Fellowship theme fades into the Rohan theme.
• Legolas spots the Uruk-hai being taken to Isengard • Unresolved
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