Part 6/8:
While pondering the outcomes of a Saruman victory, Isaac entertained the idea that some fans might think Saruman could potentially bend the Balrog to his will. However, Isaac dismissed this belief, reasoning that a loyal servant of Eru commanding a creature of the same hierarchy seemed implausible.
He argued that, given Saruman's integrity before his fall, it was more reasonable to conclude that the Balrog would escape rather than be subdued. The ensuing debates around manipulating beings of such ancient and stark power spotlight the intricate layers of Tolkien's narrative.