Sauron was quite a dick tbh.
Everyone gets pretty confused about what the deal is with that "One Ring" from Lord of the Rings.
Why does everyone either want to wield it? Or destroy it?
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Well, YouTuber CGP Grey finally answers that question. Firstly, the "One Ring" isn't the only ring.
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There were 16 lesser rings, and then three others that were more powerful than the 16.
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Sauron created the rings to allow the wearer to preserve what they cared about most. Hence the Elves, who wanted to preserve their magic and immortality, helped him create the rings of power.
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This Video Explains Everything You Need To Know About The One Ring From "The Lord Of The Rings"