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Battle of the Powers

The ruin of Utumno and capture of Melkor

The great battle between the Valar and Melkor that took place soon after the awakening of the Elves. Melkor's ancient stronghold of Utumno was laid in ruins, and he himself was taken as prisoner to Valinor.


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