Shadow of Mordor will be very respectful of LOTR canon, says dev - GameSpot

Lead writer Christian Cantamessa attempts to assuage fan concerns about new game straying too far from Tolkien's work.
In Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, gamers take on the role of Talion, a valiant ranger whose family is slain in front of him the night Sauron and his army return to Mordor, moments before his own life is taken. Resurrected by a Spirit of vengeance and empowered with Wraith abilities, Talion ventures into Mordor and vows to destroy those who have wronged him.

Since rubbish like rings of power is considered canon, why can't Shadow Of Mordor be? : r/shadowofmordor

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Lord of the Rings' canon: 9 Ways 'Shadow of War' changes everything we know

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Lord of the Rings' canon: 9 Ways 'Shadow of War' changes everything we know

Since rubbish like rings of power is considered canon, why can't Shadow Of Mordor be? : r/shadowofmordor

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Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor - IGN

Lord of the Rings' canon: 9 Ways 'Shadow of War' changes everything we know

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Lord of the Rings' canon: 9 Ways 'Shadow of War' changes everything we know