Figwit - Revision history

Morgan: Relinked

2013-01-30T18:10:28Z

Relinked

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	[[Image:Alonecc.jpg\|right\|thumb\|200px\|Figwit as seen during the [[Council of Elrond]] in ''[[The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring]]''.]]		[[Image:Alonecc.jpg\|right\|thumb\|200px\|Figwit as seen during the [[Council of Elrond]] in ''[[The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring]]''.]]

−	'''Figwit''' (also known as '''Aegnor''' and '''Elf Escort''') is the fan-derived name for an [[Elves\|Elf]] extra in [[Peter Jackson]]'s film version of ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''. He soared into a popularity far exceeding his place in the movies when he was perceived as an extremely beautiful character by female fans - and some slash writers. He is played by [[Bret McKenzie]], who also portrayed [[Lindir]] in ''[[The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey]]''.	+	'''Figwit''' (also known as '''Aegnor''' and '''Elf Escort''') is the fan-derived name for an [[Elves\|Elf]] extra in [[Peter Jackson]]'s [[The Lord of the Rings (film series)\|film version of ''The Lord of the Rings'']]. He soared into a popularity far exceeding his place in the movies when he was perceived as an extremely beautiful character by female fans - and some slash writers. He is played by [[Bret McKenzie]], who also portrayed [[Lindir]] in ''[[The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey]]''.

	==Role==		==Role==

Fredeghar: Figwit and Lindir may be the same. It's inconclusive.

2013-01-09T00:12:52Z

Figwit and Lindir may be the same. It's inconclusive.

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	==Role==		==Role==
−	Figwit is seen in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring\|the first movie]] during the Council of Elrond. He sits next to [[Aragorn]] until they all stand up to argue. After Frodo shouts "I will take it!" and everyone turns and looks at him, Figwit is standing on the far right. He is standing in the ~~backround~~ for only a fraction of a second; a main part of the joke is that the actor is just a minor extra.	+	Figwit is seen in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring\|the first movie]] during the Council of Elrond. He sits next to [[Aragorn]] until they all stand up to argue. After Frodo shouts "I will take it!" and everyone turns and looks at him, Figwit is standing on the far right. He is standing in the background for only a fraction of a second; a main part of the joke is that the actor is just a minor extra.

	Figwit returns in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\|the third movie]] in the scene where [[Arwen]] is leaving for the [[Grey Havens]] and has the vision about her future son [[Eldarion]]. Figwit is the one that tells her to get back with the others. His exact words: "Lady Arwen, we cannot delay!" and then "My lady!".		Figwit returns in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\|the third movie]] in the scene where [[Arwen]] is leaving for the [[Grey Havens]] and has the vision about her future son [[Eldarion]]. Figwit is the one that tells her to get back with the others. His exact words: "Lady Arwen, we cannot delay!" and then "My lady!".
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	The name '''Figwit''' is a humorous acronym by fans, and stands for "[[Frodo Baggins\|Frodo]] is great - who is THAT?!?".		The name '''Figwit''' is a humorous acronym by fans, and stands for "[[Frodo Baggins\|Frodo]] is great - who is THAT?!?".

−	However the name has also appeared in official material of the movie franchise: once on an ~~authograph~~ card, and once on a card for [[Arwen]]; both these cards are by [[Topps]].	+	However the name has also appeared in official material of the movie franchise: once on an autograph card, and once on a card for [[Arwen]]; both these cards are by [[Topps]].

	In the credits of ''The Return of the King'', he is called '''Elf Escort''', and his [[Decipher Card]] gives the name '''[[Aegnor]]''', a name derived from ''[[The Silmarillion]]''.		In the credits of ''The Return of the King'', he is called '''Elf Escort''', and his [[Decipher Card]] gives the name '''[[Aegnor]]''', a name derived from ''[[The Silmarillion]]''.

	In fanfiction, Figwit is sometimes called '''Melpomaen''', a shoddy translation of the elements "fig" (''melpo'' in [[Qenya]]) and "wit" (''maen'' in [[Noldorin]])<ref>[http://www.figwitlives.net/faq.htm# FigwitLives' FAQ]</ref>.		In fanfiction, Figwit is sometimes called '''Melpomaen''', a shoddy translation of the elements "fig" (''melpo'' in [[Qenya]]) and "wit" (''maen'' in [[Noldorin]])<ref>[http://www.figwitlives.net/faq.htm# FigwitLives' FAQ]</ref>.
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		+	Bret McKenzie's character in ''[[The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey]]'' is '''[[Lindir]]''', who shares similarities with Figwit. Both are dark-haired Elves of [[Rivendell]] and courtiers of [[Elrond]]. It is unclear if the two characters are intended to be the same, which would establish a "canon" name for Figwit.

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KingAragorn: Nope, Bret McKenzie plays Lindir this time.

2013-01-07T22:32:57Z

Nope, Bret McKenzie plays Lindir this time.

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	[[Image:Alonecc.jpg\|right\|thumb\|200px\|Figwit as seen during the [[Council of Elrond]] in ''[[The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring]]''.]]		[[Image:Alonecc.jpg\|right\|thumb\|200px\|Figwit as seen during the [[Council of Elrond]] in ''[[The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring]]''.]]

−	'''Figwit''' (also known as '''Aegnor''' and '''Elf Escort''') is the fan-derived name for an [[Elves\|Elf]] extra in [[Peter Jackson]]'s film version of ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''. He soared into a popularity far exceeding his place in the movies when he was perceived as an extremely beautiful character by female fans - and some slash writers. He is played by [[Bret McKenzie]], ~~the son of actor~~ [[~~Peter McKenzie~~]].	+	'''Figwit''' (also known as '''Aegnor''' and '''Elf Escort''') is the fan-derived name for an [[Elves\|Elf]] extra in [[Peter Jackson]]'s film version of ''[[The Lord of the Rings]]''. He soared into a popularity far exceeding his place in the movies when he was perceived as an extremely beautiful character by female fans - and some slash writers. He is played by [[Bret McKenzie]], who also portrayed [[Lindir]] in ''[[The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey]]''.

	==Role==		==Role==
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	Figwit returns in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\|the third movie]] in the scene where [[Arwen]] is leaving for the [[Grey Havens]] and has the vision about her future son [[Eldarion]]. Figwit is the one that tells her to get back with the others. His exact words: "Lady Arwen, we cannot delay!" and then "My lady!".		Figwit returns in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\|the third movie]] in the scene where [[Arwen]] is leaving for the [[Grey Havens]] and has the vision about her future son [[Eldarion]]. Figwit is the one that tells her to get back with the others. His exact words: "Lady Arwen, we cannot delay!" and then "My lady!".
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−	Figwit is seen once again in ''[[The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey]]'', where he welcomes [[Thorin Oakenshield]] and the company to Rivendell. He is later seen standing by Elrond as he speaks with Gandalf and Thorin, and to inform the [[White Council]] that Thorin and the Dwarves have left Rivendell for Erebor.

	==Fandom==		==Fandom==

Morgan at 08:01, 7 January 2013

2013-01-07T08:01:47Z

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	Figwit returns in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\|the third movie]] in the scene where [[Arwen]] is leaving for the [[Grey Havens]] and has the vision about her future son [[Eldarion]]. Figwit is the one that tells her to get back with the others. His exact words: "Lady Arwen, we cannot delay!" and then "My lady!".		Figwit returns in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\|the third movie]] in the scene where [[Arwen]] is leaving for the [[Grey Havens]] and has the vision about her future son [[Eldarion]]. Figwit is the one that tells her to get back with the others. His exact words: "Lady Arwen, we cannot delay!" and then "My lady!".

−	Figwit is seen once again in [[The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey]], where he welcomes [[Thorin Oakenshield]] and the company to Rivendell. He is later seen standing by Elrond as he speaks with Gandalf and Thorin, and to inform the [[White Council]] that Thorin and the Dwarves have left Rivendell for Erebor.	+	Figwit is seen once again in ''[[The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey]]'', where he welcomes [[Thorin Oakenshield]] and the company to Rivendell. He is later seen standing by Elrond as he speaks with Gandalf and Thorin, and to inform the [[White Council]] that Thorin and the Dwarves have left Rivendell for Erebor.

	==Fandom==		==Fandom==

2.96.64.164: /* Role */

2013-01-07T02:26:35Z

Role

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	Figwit returns in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\|the third movie]] in the scene where [[Arwen]] is leaving for the [[Grey Havens]] and has the vision about her future son [[Eldarion]]. Figwit is the one that tells her to get back with the others. His exact words: "Lady Arwen, we cannot delay!" and then "My lady!".		Figwit returns in [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King\|the third movie]] in the scene where [[Arwen]] is leaving for the [[Grey Havens]] and has the vision about her future son [[Eldarion]]. Figwit is the one that tells her to get back with the others. His exact words: "Lady Arwen, we cannot delay!" and then "My lady!".
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		+	Figwit is seen once again in [[The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey]], where he welcomes [[Thorin Oakenshield]] and the company to Rivendell. He is later seen standing by Elrond as he speaks with Gandalf and Thorin, and to inform the [[White Council]] that Thorin and the Dwarves have left Rivendell for Erebor.

	==Fandom==		==Fandom==

Ederchil: Undo revision 210314 by 125.239.146.98 (talk) irrelevant

2012-09-11T15:25:04Z

Undo revision 210314 by 125.239.146.98 (talk) irrelevant

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	== External links ==		== External links ==
	* [http://www.figwitlives.net/ Fan site]		* [http://www.figwitlives.net/ Fan site]
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−	* [http://www.coexisting.co.nz/2012/09/bret-mckenzie-at-two-little-boys-film.html Fan photo of actor Bret McKenzie with "Figwit Lives" sign at "Two Little Boys" New Zealand movie premier Fan site]

	[[de:Figwit]]		[[de:Figwit]]

	[[Category:Elves in adaptations]]		[[Category:Elves in adaptations]]

125.239.146.98: added Figwit Lives photo link :-)

2012-09-11T13:49:01Z

added Figwit Lives photo link :-)

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	== External links ==		== External links ==
	* [http://www.figwitlives.net/ Fan site]		* [http://www.figwitlives.net/ Fan site]
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		+	* [http://www.coexisting.co.nz/2012/09/bret-mckenzie-at-two-little-boys-film.html Fan photo of actor Bret McKenzie with "Figwit Lives" sign at "Two Little Boys" New Zealand movie premier Fan site]

	[[de:Figwit]]		[[de:Figwit]]

	[[Category:Elves in adaptations]]		[[Category:Elves in adaptations]]

KingAragorn Bot: Bot message: re-linked.

2012-08-06T15:59:45Z

Bot message: re-linked.

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	==Fandom==		==Fandom==
−	Figwit's rise to fame began shortly after the first movie, and some fans believe he was given dialog in the third movie because [[Peter Jackson]] was aware of the attention given to this extra. Jackson mentions the phenomenon in the commentary track on the [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King ~~Special Extended DVD Edition~~\|extended edition of the ''Return of the King'']]: "the decision to give him a speaking role was developed after the scene was scripted. Originally just a random cast extra was to give the lines, but it was decided that it would be fun if the Figwit actor was brought in to deliver them."	+	Figwit's rise to fame began shortly after the first movie, and some fans believe he was given dialog in the third movie because [[Peter Jackson]] was aware of the attention given to this extra. Jackson mentions the phenomenon in the commentary track on the [[The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (extended edition)\|extended edition of the ''Return of the King'']]: "the decision to give him a speaking role was developed after the scene was scripted. Originally just a random cast extra was to give the lines, but it was decided that it would be fun if the Figwit actor was brought in to deliver them."

	===Figwit's "brother"===		===Figwit's "brother"===

Sage: /* Alternate names */

2012-06-02T09:33:55Z

Alternate names

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	==Alternate names==		==Alternate names==
−	The name '''Figwit''' ~~appears twice~~ in official material of the movie franchise: once on an authograph card, and once on a card for [[Arwen]]; both these cards are by [[Topps]]. In the credits of ''The Return of the King'', he is called '''Elf Escort''', and ~~Figwit's~~ [[Decipher Card]] gives ~~his~~ name as '''[[Aegnor]]''', a name derived from ''[[The Silmarillion]]''. ~~The name '''Figwit''' is an acronym, stands for "[[Frodo Baggins\|Frodo]] is great - who is THAT?!?".~~ In fanfiction, Figwit is sometimes called '''Melpomaen''', a shoddy translation of the elements "fig" (''melpo'' in [[Qenya]]) and "wit" (''maen'' in [[Noldorin]])<ref>[http://www.figwitlives.net/faq.htm# FigwitLives' FAQ] ~~erronously identifies these languages as their later counterparts, [[Quenya]] and [[Sindarin]].~~</ref>.	+	The name '''Figwit''' is a humorous acronym by fans, and stands for "[[Frodo Baggins\|Frodo]] is great - who is THAT?!?".
		+
		+	However the name has also appeared in official material of the movie franchise: once on an authograph card, and once on a card for [[Arwen]]; both these cards are by [[Topps]].
		+
		+	In the credits of ''The Return of the King'', he is called '''Elf Escort''', and his [[Decipher Card]] gives the name '''[[Aegnor]]''', a name derived from ''[[The Silmarillion]]''.
		+
		+	In fanfiction, Figwit is sometimes called '''Melpomaen''', a shoddy translation of the elements "fig" (''melpo'' in [[Qenya]]) and "wit" (''maen'' in [[Noldorin]])<ref>[http://www.figwitlives.net/faq.htm# FigwitLives' FAQ]</ref>.

	==Other media==		==Other media==

Amroth: /* External links */

2012-02-17T15:24:32Z

External links

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−	[[Category:~~Noncanon~~ Elves]]	+	[[Category:Elves in adaptations]]