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The series incorporates several significant departures from Tolkien's original Middle-earth history. For example, the portrayal of Númenor's leadership with Queen Miriel (Míriel) ruling instead of the expected male ruler Fëanor or other canon characters is seen as a blatant rewriting of history. Such choices are interpreted as attempts to modernize or "woke-ify" the story, but they meet with disdain from traditional fans.
Characters like Muriel, and even the introduction of new figures like Halbrand, add to the sense of artificiality, as some fans feel they lack depth or authenticity. The interactions, especially arguments between Galadriel and Miriel, are viewed as petty and over-the-top—detracting from the gravitas expected of Tolkien’s universe.