Amazon Studios is generating excitement for the second season of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, revealing fresh details ahead of its San Diego Comic-Con panel. Polygon has unveiled an exclusive casting announcement: Amelia Kenworthy will join the cast as Mirdania. Mirdania, a student of the skilled craftsman Celebrimbor (played by Charles Edwards in the first season), will be a new addition to the storyline. Celebrimbor, known for his expert forging abilities, was last seen in the season finale working alongside Galadriel, Elrond, and a disguised Sauron to craft three powerful elven rings.
According to Amazon Studios, Mirdania’s loyalty will be challenged when an unexpected visitor arrives in Eregion, possibly changing the course of the elven artisans' work. To understand the context, The Lord of the Rings universe provides additional background. Celebrimbor, the creator of the three elven rings, worked with Sauron, who forged the One Ring. Their collaboration also led to the creation of the seven rings for the dwarves and nine for men. After Sauron was exiled from the elven community, he adopted a new identity to influence the smiths of Eregion, whose unchecked ambitions led to critical mistakes. Motivated by his grandfather Fëanor's legacy, Celebrimbor was deeply involved in the creation of these powerful artifacts.
Trailers for the upcoming season hint at a plot centered on this pivotal moment in Middle-earth's history. They suggest that Sauron, in disguise, manipulates the smiths of Eregion and infuses his dark magic into the rings they craft, setting the stage for a dangerous and dramatic season.