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Galadriel’s demeanor revealed her complex emotions regarding the destruction of the One Ring. Although she recognized that its annihilation was essential to thwart Sauron’s return, her instincts compelled her to express a desire that the Ring had never been forged at all. This contradiction raises questions about the nature of power and the ramifications of its destruction on Galadriel herself.
In the heart of Lothlórien, the Lady possessed one of the three Elven Rings—Nenya. This ring, forged not by Sauron but by Celebrimbor, was meant for preservation, healing, and protection rather than conquest. Galadriel used Nenya primarily to shield her realm from Sauron's gaze, striving to maintain the beauty and sanctity of her kingdom amid looming threats.