Intimidated by the arrival of the Mighty One and the Holy One from the West, Sauron's behavior became more cautious and mysterious.
He seduced Ecthelion into issuing an order declaring Istar (the wizard) persona non grata. All humans of Gondor were not allowed to admit and help the wizard because he violated the laws of Gondor and was suspected of murdering the regent (chancellor) Turgon II.
At that time, many people were indeed sad in their hearts. Because the regent's governance level was evaluated as mediocre by many people, he always managed to support this increasingly weakened country in the chaotic days.
But at the same time, many people were uneasy about the royal court's sudden order to ban wizards' privileges in the human world.
The gray-robed Mithrandir, the white-robed wizard of Isengard, and even the legendary friends of the forest are all big figures with far-reaching vision and power. It is so rash to classify them as unpopular people or even enemies. It will cast a shadow over the ancient kingdom established by Western humans.
October 2nd.
After three days of rest, the people of Minas Tirith held a grand memorial ceremony for the deceased twenty-fourth regent Turgon II. Then, under the leadership of his son Ecthelion, the hero of Umbar who recovered the old territory and conquered Gondor's millennium enemy, they passed through Fen Hollen, the royal city of Gondor. There is a forbidden door on the sixth floor of the city wall of Minas Tirith. Behind the door is a path leaving the city and leading to the royal cemetery in the mountains of Mindoruin - entering the history of the successive lords of Minas Tirith. and the mausoleum where only the Chancellor of Gondor can be buried.
On this day, many people wore plain clothes and picked off branches, their eyes showing sadness and sadness.
A song of remembrance was sung, dating back to a time when the bloodline of kings was still alive. People spontaneously gathered in Fountain Square to pay tribute to the controversial Prince Regent.
And when the cold door of the royal mausoleum closed heavily, all the controversies and blessings about the deceased were completely left on the other side of the door. People may still remember him for a while, but it is undeniable that everything about Turgon II will pass and new life will continue.
October 5th.
It was the day after dwarves, elves, hobbits, dragons, skinchangers, and dragonborn worked together to defeat the orc army led by the evil pale orc Bolger in the far north, in the Lonely Mountain.
Ecthelion, who had already dealt with the affairs of the previous regent, could no longer restrain his "ambition." He summoned all the lords to Minas Tirith, summoned them to the royal palace, and announced a shocking news.
"The kingship of Western humans has been lost for too long. The king's bloodline has long been cut off. It is my ancestors and I who have worked hard to maintain this ancient and glorious country!" Ecthelian wore a golden crown on his head, held a sword, and sat high above. On the throne.
It was a throne placed on multiple steps, and the entire body was carved from holy white stone. The throne is covered with a canopy made of marble, shaped like a helmet wearing a crown. A tree in full bloom is carved on the wall behind the throne, set with precious stones.
The black stone throne of the Prince Regent is located on the lower left side of the King's throne. It is dark and without any decoration, making it uncomfortable to sit on.
Ecthelion sat arrogantly on the throne that should not belong to him, looking at everyone like a real king, with a handsome and heroic face that was both majestic and gloomy that was terrifying. "Today, my father also died protecting this country. So, I have the right to demand. Demand a fair choice."
He pulled out the sword in his hand and pressed it against the smooth marble floor.
"It's time! It's time to choose a new king! The blood of the Chancellor's family will replace the ancient blood of kings and become the new king of Gondor! And I, the conqueror of Barad-d'ur and Umbar, Ishili Ecthelion of the house of Hurin, son of Turgon II, liberator of grace and restorer of Minas Ithil, shall be king!"
The news was so shocking that it almost horrified the Gondor generals present that day.
At that time, Prince Doamroth, Lord of the Port of Pelargir, Baron Los Arnach, and the products of Ringro Valley, Mersonde Highlands, Amfalas, Lameton, Athiel and the "Green Hills" Naskelin and other southern lords stood at the foot of the steps in surprise or silence, and no one dared to speak out against them.
Correspondingly, the lords of Cael Andros and Anoris in the north were all surprised and rioted, but when they saw their silent southern colleagues, these people wisely chose to keep their mouths shut.
Because, when Ecthelian made his arrogant remarks, the royal palace was filled with royal guards wearing silver armor and black cloaks.
Just as Arathorn said to Bilbo that day, facing a nobler man and his sword, no one is willing to use their heads to see who is stronger.
In addition, the nobles of Umbar, headed by Angameti II, responded to the transgression of Turgon II's son. They knelt down and became the first Númenóreans to submit to the new king.
These old enemies who were "conquered" by Ecthelion, at the request of an evil will, shouted: "Ecthelion the Conqueror! Ecthelion, Lord of Gondor!"
and offered their oath of allegiance.
So, facing the crazy Ecthelion and the sword in his hand. The northern and southern lords, including Adrasil's father, Prince Dou Amroth, bowed their arrogant heads in compromise.
They swore an oath of fealty to Ecthelion against their will, and this would become a bondage for many Gondor nobles.
Maybe some people do not agree with Ecthelion's transgression in their hearts, but the oath prevents them from resisting this disorderly order that violates the customs and laws of Gondor for thousands of years.
Because no matter what, it is not allowed to swing a sword at someone who has sworn allegiance.
And to be honest, many of them are actually happy to see the birth of a new king. The Prime Minister's family has ruled Gondor for many years, and some nobles no longer have much affection for the lineage of the departed king. They are more willing to be loyal to Ecthelion, who seemed to have a kingly aura at the time.
Seeing all the nobles bowing their heads, Ecthelion laughed maniacally.
Father, did you see it? I am already a king!
The former hero, now the fallen, shouted in his heart, with extremely complicated emotions flashing in his eyes. But what no one knew was that at that time, one of the Nine Rings of Humanity emitted an ominous light from Ecthelion's finger holding the sword.
Therefore, the people of Gondor, who had just experienced the pain of losing their king, were surprised to find that the royal court was filled with festive music and horns, and a new royal flag was erected.
"The king is established, long live Ecthelion!"
The herald loudly announced the royal court's decree to the vast people of Minas Tirith. Knights loyal to the new king rode fast horses and rushed down from the high royal court. The shouts echoed within the seven-story high wall.
"The banner of the Chancellor's family will replace the banner of Isildur. A new era has begun! Long live the King!"
They burst out of the gates of Minas Tirith, announcing the news to their allies to the north, south, and beyond.
The whole of Gondor, and even the human world, was shaken.
The people of Minas Tirith walked out of their homes in shock, surprise, or uneasiness, shouting long live.
