Peter Jackson’sLord of the Ringsfilm trilogy earned its reputation asa fantastic adaption ofJ.

One of the biggest changes involved the Elf maiden Arwen, played byLiv Tyler.

The alliance also demonstrated the growing union between Elves and Men, creating a beautiful moment.

Liv Tyler as Arwen with a sword in The Lord of the Rings

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However, it was also nearly used to solve a problem in the Arwen and Aragorn love story.

210 Years Old?!?!?

She becomes so sure in her decision that Arwen’s Elven immortality begins to fade.

The Lord of the Rings' Viggo Mortensen as Aragorn and Liv Tyler as Arwen getting married.

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Why Did ‘The Lord of the Rings’ Change Arwen’s Story?

But ultimately, the film’s creative team changed their minds about the direction of her story.

Arwen didn’t need to fight, but the character would have benefited from more time with Aragorn.

Blended image showing Aragorn surrounded by a elven writing

Her participation in the Battle of Helm’s Deep would have been a nifty way to allow for that.

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The elf maiden Arwen, played by actor Liv Tyler, looks pensive in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

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