Posted: April 03, 1998 at 17:39:54: by Matt Datillo
Yes, yes, and yes. It's all of those things. Gandalf uses them without reference on a number of occassions. I think that "word of command" is likely to be a lesser spell that can be used to extend one's will upon inanimate objects or individuals who have little "magic." A good example is in "The Shadow of the Past" when Gandalf made his return to inform Frodo that his speculation about the Ring is true. Gandalf held it up. It looked to be made of pure and solid gold. 'Can you see any markings on it?' he asked.
'No.' said Frodo. 'There are none. It is quite plain, and it never shows a scratch or sign of wear.'
'Well then, look!' To Frodo's astonishment and distress the wizard threw it suddenly into the middle of the glowing corner of the fire. Frodo gave a cry and groped for the tongs; but Gandalf held him back.
'Wait!' he said in a commanding voice, giving Frodo a quick look from under his bristling brows.
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