Ok…what exactly do those Elves inThe Lord of the Ringseat to become so tall and powerful?
An odd question to wonder when considering the bulk ofJ.R.R.
Tolkien’s stories focus on the journey, not what’s for dinner.
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Elves are among the coolest beings in LOTR,TheHobbittrilogy, and Prime Video’sThe Rings of Power.
Its eye-opening to break down even the tiniest details that distinguishTolkiens beloved charactersfrom one another.
That begs the question:Were the Elves vegetarians or not?
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“Fans would likely remember Galadriel giving Frodo and Sam lembas in theTheFellowship of the Ringwhen they left Lothlorien.
‘The Silmarillion’ Details More About Elven Cultures and Dietary Differences
In J.R.R.
Tolkien’s books, the dietary habits of Elves are diverse but not universally vegetarian.
One of the clearest indications that Elves consumed meat comes fromThe Hobbitnovel.
This strongly suggests that the Elves of Mirkwood ate meat, likely sourced through hunting.
The idea that they would cultivate such expertise without using it for sustenance is unlikely.
The Silmarilliondescribesmore details about the different types of Elvesand their cultures, especially the Green-elves of Ossiriand.
Green-elves themselves avoided hunting animals and possibly leaned toward a plant-based diet.
Aside from their main diet, Elves are known to enjoy the occasional fancy drink.
Wine must be an important part of their people, especially for special dinners.
So, were Elves vegetarian inThe Lord of the Rings?
Based on Tolkiens lore, the answer is no.
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