Aragorn as Strider Statue
- Launching Sideshow"s new line of " The Lord of the Rings" collectibles, the Aragorn as Strider Statue captures the essence of this dynamic character as the hooded ranger. Offering a maquette style study of the veiled heir of Isildor, each piece is individually painted & finished, each with its own unique quality & detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. The Aragorn as Strider Statue is an outstanding addition to any " The Lord of the Rings" collection, the beginning of Sideshow"s new " The Lord of the Rings" statue series.
Last descendant of the ancient kings, Aragorn is fated to one day claim the long empty throne of Gondor in Minas Tirith, should he prove to himself that he is worthy of the task. It is a post he never wanted, yet by his valor & nobility of heart, Aragorn is led to fulfill his destiny & to guide the people of Gondor toward their uncertain future. Before being crowned under his Elven name Elessar, the king in waiting has one final test to face: watching over the young hobbit Frodo Baggins, bearer of the One Ring & keeper of Middle-earth"s fate.
In his years removed from society, Aragorn takes on the name of Strider, & traverses the outlying forests as a regarded ranger. Learning of Frodo"s journey, Strider meets the young hobbit & his companions along their way & guides them safely to the haven of Rivendell, where they are joined by more companions & form the Fellowship of the Ring, fated with the burden of destroying Sauron"s powerful ring. Aragorn & the Fellowship faithfully protect Frodo from many foes & perils, but Aragorn is ultimately unable to guard Frodo against the most dangerous enemy
- the Ring itself. Although his heart is pure & his will strong enough to refuse the offer of the One Ring"s power, Aragorn cannot promise to protect Frodo from other allies & friends who might be overcome by the temptation of the Ring. It is with a heavy heart that Aragorn allows Frodo to continue the journey without his protection. Aragorn continues his quest to aid Frodo, taking dark & difficult paths, rallying & uniting the Men of Middle-Earth to defend against the gathering darkness.