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The One Ring itself represents a duality of desire and danger. Initially, many—including Boromir—view the Ring as a means to achieve great power. In the movies and books, it becomes clear that Boromir’s vision is not driven by greed; rather, his love for Gondor clouds his judgment, making him a tragic victim of manipulation by the very object he sought to use for good. His belief that taking the Ring would allow Gondor to overcome its threats stemmed from a deeply ingrained sense of loyalty and a thirst to restore his city’s former glory.