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Mainstream media outlets have attempted to spin these figures, claiming that fan complaints are unwarranted or irrational. Articles have argued that critics are dismissing the series’ efforts as “stupid,” amid a flurry of praise from some quarters. However, the community's response tells a different story. Fans have taken to the comment sections to voice their objections through humorous and biting satire—their comments illuminating the divide between official marketing and genuine fan sentiment.
The Fan Reactions: Mockery and Satire
Rather than engaging directly with promotional content or official statements, fans have responded with memes, sarcastic comments, and parody trailers mocking the series’ perceived deviation from Tolkien’s original lore. Examples include absurd humor like: