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One of the bigger surprises thus far, and indeed perhaps one of the most surprising thing about the reveal of the rosters, is that Rohan itself was caught completely by surprise.
Well, at least, some of its members were.
One of our reporters was there at the time, actually - Gandalf was conducting a defensive drill (aptly called "Three Horses".) It appeared to consist of making the offending team too frightened of twelve powerful hooves to come near the ball, for fear of injury - Shadowfax would gallop up and simply dance in place over the ball, as Felarof and Snowmane circled, until one of their own could get to it. Our reporter was dutifully taking notes, but all action on the field ceased as Eomer raced onto the field, waving his arms and shouting something. Our reporter couldn't tell what Eomer said, exactly, but Gandalf's reaction was clear - "They did WHAT?!" he shouted angrily, and stalked off the field, leaving three slightly confused horses and a curiously satisfied Eomer looking after him.
It's no coincidence that the timing of the posting of the rosters coincided with that moment near-exactly, so one wonders - what exactly got Gandalf so angry?
Our reporters are on the case.
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Shasta– ... However, if he's innocent his famous clairvoyant powers must be taking the week off. Meanwhile, the Night-kills have been awfully effective– almost like we're dealing with a psychic wolf... - Nerwen, WW LXXV
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