Samwise the Strong

[deal_with_it]

What if after Bilbo's party Frodo refuses the Ring or to leave the Shire. So hearing Sam outside (and perhaps sensing his strong will) Gandalf yanks the trmbling gardner in thru the window and with Frodo looking on, proceeds to the tale of the Ringto a gape mouthed Sam.

Sam, eyes aglow about so much Elfish talk, agrees to do it but is frightfully scared. Gandalf smiles showing his liking of the hobbit and assures him he will not be alone in this. Frodo fearing for his friend, volunteers to help Sam on the journey, much to Sam's relief. "Oh no, Mr Frodo, sir. You needn't go", he says (although he really wants Frodo to go along)

Frodo won't hear it and confirms with Gandalf that its ok. The story is now with Sam as the main Ringbearer. How does this play out? Is Sam strong enough? What is Bilbo's reaction when he finds out?

The story will probly play out very much the same, however with more of Sam's simple, countryboy type charm or cluelessness. Remember, he's chosen for his will power, not his brain power.

This history could possibly effect his later life concerning Rosie and is kids and the Book od Redmarch. Does he pass over Sea with Gandalf, like Frodo did or does he wait and live a simple life with his family first?