The Maps of Tolkien's Middle-earth

Explore Tolkien's world.

This is the Middle-earth tour guide you've been waiting for. The Maps of Tolkien's Middle-earth is jam packed with tons of information by noted Tolkien expert Brian Sibley and fantabulous illustrations by John Howe. But let's just list all the good stuff so you can see what you're getting (all in a beautiful slipcover):

• Map of Wilderland - a delightful evocation of the lands where Bilbo journeyed 'there and back again' in The Hobbit.
• Map of Middle-earth - a breath-taking panorama of all the realms from Hobbiton to Mordor that feature in The Lord of the Rings.
• Map of Beleriand - a lyrical portrayal of the ancient landscape of Middle-earth, where the epic battles as told in The Silmarillion were fought.
• Map of Númenor - new to this collector's edition, this never-before-published reproduction of the mythical island that was sunk beneath the waves of the Sundering Sea.

Measuring 28" x 28", all four maps are loose inside a special folder, ideal for framing or for laying alongside the novels as you read (or re-read) Tolkien's words. Also, you get an exclusive 80-page hardcover book with tell the fascinating stories behind the Middle-earth novels. Plus, it's got a gazetteer of all the names on each of the maps and extra info about all the places. Ready to sit right next to your beloved Tolkien works, The Maps of Tolkien's Middle-earth is a gorgeous (and, we think, necessary) additional to any library.

GenCon 2014 Important dates

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Important 2014 Show Dates   November has arrived, and now, Pre-Registration for Gen Con Indy 2014 is just a few months away! That's right, it's officially time to start talking about next summer's Gen Con! Here is a quick overview of some important 2014 information: Gen Con Indy 2014 Badges Pre-Registration opens on January 26 at noon (Eastern) and will last until June 29 at 11:59 pm (Eastern). During Pre-Registration, most badges are $10 cheaper than their standard Registration prices.  Hotel Registration begins on January 28 at noon (Eastern) and closes on July 21 at 5 pm (Eastern). This year, for the first time ever, Family Fun badges will go on sale during Pre-Registration! That's right, attendees now can purchase Family Fun badges in January. At just $30 for a family of four, the Family Fun Day badge is the ultimate Gen Con bargain. Also for the first-time, the Family Fun Day badge will be combined with the Sunday one-day badge, so that ALL Sunday badges now will be known as Sunday Family Fun badges. Going to Family Fun Day has never been easier! Despite increasing show costs, Gen Con Indy has chosen not to raise its badge prices in 2014. All badge prices will remain at their 2013 price levels. Attendees should be aware, however, that Marion County has raised its admissions tax for 2014, increasing it from 6% to 10%. This tax will be represented in the final transaction price during badge sales.  Event Submission Event Submission begins on January 10. Event organizers and GMs should submit their events early, as last year, more than 11,000 events competed for event space. "Early" Event Submission will end on February 7 with those submitted getting priority placement. Gen Con will continue to receive and accept events after submission closes on March 14. Events submitted after that date may not find available space or be included in the yearly Program Book.

Steve The Minion Returned.

Long time followers will remeber Steve our number one Minion who was turned in to a hedgehog after a  problem happen at the genetics  lab at the Super Secret evil lair. damn those tottlers from the daycare center. With such a strong union steve has maintained his status and here he is thow some bones.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Extended Edition -- Dwarf Song --

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Extended Edition -- Dwarf Song -- Available November 5 by WarnerBrosOnline | Ed Johnson Presents: NERD
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Shut Up & Sit Down, Season 2, Episode 26 - Seasons

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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Extended Edition -- The Appendices Par...

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