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Isaac's initial analysis suggested that Gandalf's victory over the Balrog stemmed from several pivotal factors: the moral dichotomy represented in the fight, Gandalf’s possession of the Elvish Ring of Fire, and Gandalf wielding Glamdring, a legendary sword made for an Elven king. For the most part, Saruman’s lack of similar weapons and his rebellion against the Creator were substantial disadvantages.
However, Isaac proposed a thought experiment: What if Saruman faced the Balrog before his corruption, maintaining his fidelity to the Creator? This new premise would be the crux of the discussion in the subsequent video.