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One of the significant criticisms raised is the anachronistic positioning of Tom Bombadil in a narrative set during the Second Age when, canonically, the character first appears in the Third Age. This discrepancy has sparked discussions about authenticity in storytelling and adaptation. The introduction of Bombadil in the series poses the risk of deviating from the rich sources provided by Tolkien, as he is not mentioned until much later in the timeline.