Tulkas, Champion of the Valar - Epic Character History
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- Tulkas the Strong was the Champion of the Valar and a legendary being himself! His strength was needed to defeat Melkor in the Eldar Days of Tolkien’s Middle-earth. Thank you all so much for watching, let me know your thoughts about our boy Tulkas in the comments below! As always, a great thanks to the online artists whose visual works made this video possible! If you are one of the artists, please let me know and I will post your name and a link to your work in this description!
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Which bodybuilder/weightlifter/powerlifter/wrestler would you all want to play Tulkas in a movie or show? Arnold, Ronnie Coleman, John Cena or the Rock (while they were or are all in their primes) would be some of my ideas lol! After making this video, I gotta go hit the gym now, I'm feeling too inspired not to. This one's for Tulkas!
Men of the West only Tulkas can play Tulkas, there is noone swole enough to play him
You juicin’?
@@docjoebie Facts
𝕯𝖊𝖑𝖙𝖆 𝕹𝖔𝖛𝖊𝖒𝖇𝖊𝖗 Nah, all natty, just as Tulkas would have wanted.
Men of the West Lol, good man. Lembas and Celebrant water is enough for you.
Eru: I need The Ainur to shape this world.
Yavanna:I'm going to shape the world into a garden.
Melkor: I'm going to shape the world at my own image.
Aulë: I'm shaping this world into mineral rich landscape.
Tulkas: I'm shaping my fist into melkor's face.
🤣
Today is the five year anniversary of Christopher Lee's death. May he rest in Peace
Absolutely. Love that man, may he rest in peace.
@@MenoftheWest I watched a few of Christopher Lee's films in his honor and listened to his heavy metal
@@MenoftheWest Agreed, may he rest in peace in the undying lands.
He had a good life. Few can say they accomplished as much.
@@Valdagast Agreed so true. He had a very eventful life. He was actually a spy during WW2.
You know that trip back to Valinor with Morgoth in chains, was one long game of, "Stop Hitting Yourself, Melkor!"
😂
😂
Like a little beg brother just beat the crap out of you for ruining his things taking you back to dad to get another beating lol poor melkor
Lol I can see him doing that since he has a sense of humor, I will name one of sons tulkas lol
Brilliant lol!
Melkor: We have an army or orcs, dragons and balrogs.
Manwe: We have a Tulkas.
Understandable.
Melkor: "A'ight. I'ma head out."
🤣🤣🤣 “Tulkas! Smash!”
I understood that reference
Gachimuchi fighting ensues.
Melkor: Does literally anything.
Tulkas' Health Bar: Appears on screen.
Virgin Melkor vs Chad Tulkas
My thought on this is in Thor Ragnarok, Loki as Odin chokes on his grape when Thor shows up with Surters Crown.
Tulkas: arrives in Arda
Melkor: why do I hear boss music?
@@gargoyles9999
He is even blonde like chad thundercock
"Bold words of evil and domination... for someone who's in Divine Beatdown distance" - Tulkas to Melkor.
I love how it was his laughter that heralded his coming and terrified Melkor. Awesome
I can almost hear it. Like Paul Bunyan amplified through a modulator.
John Cena's theme starts playing.
Reminds me of Broly cackling just before he descends into battle
i fucking love that part and it reminds so much of All mighty from my hero academia, the strongest of all, with his laugh, terrify every evil
Dagor Dagorath begins*
Melkor sees Tulkas*
Melkor: 🏃♂️🏃♂️🏃♂️💨
Tulkas: "Why are you running? Why are you running?!"
Dagor dagorath is not canon! It has been removed from Silmarillion by Tolkien
Also Tulkas: quit hittin yourself quit hittin yourself!
@@_semih_ it was not.
@@_semih_ it is canon,
😂
Of course the secret maia would make a video about his master
;) *Eats straight protein powder and laughs in a booming voice*
Well some of us did beg him to make this lol
Man, Melkor got PTSD when Tulkas stomped his ass into ground beef. He shits himself whenever he hears Tulkas laughing.
8:37 Tulkas when Feanor won't hand over the Silmarils:
"Almost threw hands with a 14 year old"
Morgoth: "I am the most powerful of the Valar."
Tulkas: "Post physique."
T U L K A S !
-- because sometimes, even the gods call in for backup
Melkor: "I'm the oldest and the strongest of the Valar!"
_Tulkas has entered the chat._
Tulkas: "Well, you're half right."
_Melkor has left the chat._
"You may be the most powerful but your not the strongest"-Tulkas probably
"Who's your favorite member of the Valar?" Well, time to get the Tulkas Picture again.
Mine is Manwe, but Tulkas and Alue are close seconds.
Tulkas certainly is the most handsome. I mean, LOOK AT HIM!! No dwarves in HIS cupboard! 👀 (btw.: applause to marvelous introduction picture painter!)
Everybody gangsta, until they hear Tulkas' laughter.
Melkor has left the chat
Tulkas was the only Valar that Morgoth truly feared. He was scared shitless of him lol. Tulkas could pound Morgoth flat and hurl him like a discus out of Arda and into the void. He is without a doubt my favorite Valar. He is a very likable amiable character. I salute you the great muscled westler of Aman: Tulkas the Great!
Well, he hated and feared Manwe and Varda too.
@Tulkas Astaldo You're welcome oh mighty one, protector of Arda and Eru's children.
@@balrog262 Yes that's very true. He did fear and hate them too. But he was more frightened of Tulkas because Morgoth knew he could be bested physically in a fight one on one with him.
Kind of like Hulk and Loki in the first Avengers film: "Puny god."
@@stephensmith3111 haha yes indeed.
Tulkas in the Third Age- you know, I could just go over there myself and fix this Sauron problem for them
Sauron- I left my uh...my car keys, yep, left them on the other side of the world....bye!
That would not be much of a story.. and each age power decreses and Tulkas would not even come to Earth at that time.
His name resembles Finnish word "Tulkaa", imperative second person plural of the word "Tulla", meaning "Come".
Man's name is literally "Come at me y'all!"
@@mattrogersftw Instant nut.
Tulkas walks by whistling.
Ulmo to Aule, "Tulkas comin'."
Wooooo love that
Shadowofchaos 89 love this reference
Melkor is very scared right now because of this video
Tulkas' theme conducted by Howard Shore makes Melkor more scared.
If Melkor knew fear, he wouldn't have revolted against Tulkas's daddy iluvatar in the first place.
Has Tulkas got the balls to stand up to his daddy?
Don't forget that Eru Iluvatar is Melkors "dad" as well 😉 - and all "children" who went to Valinor probably either rebelled or sought recognition for their own singing 🤔
@@dsewtz3139 I know lol
@@fenrir-art4742 imagine if tulkas vs melkor actually came to life on screen and the music that played was the same music when Gandalf fought the belrog and fell into the moria underworld 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🥶🥶🥶🥶
According to myths, in the Void while he is waiting for Dagor Dagorath, Morgoth is still awakening screaming and sweating in full PTSD because of what Tulkas did to him
Valar: Tulkas what should we do with Melkor? Fight him? Imprison him? Exile him? Kill him?
Tulkas: Yes.
All of the above
The one guy in the world you don't wanna step into the ring with.
Tulkas would have made a good friend to everyone, like an older brother figure, don’t you think?
And thus Tulkas changed his name to Tom Bombadil and sang and laughed for the rest of time.
This is true.
@@Cinerary really????
@@sadmanrakin No 😂
Man It killed me in the Silmarilion when Tulkas walked up to Melkor in the first war and said "it's Tulking time" and then proceeded to Tulkas all over him
*AND HIS NAME IS TULKAS CENAAAAAAAAAAA*
🎺🎺🎺
U CANT SEE ME MELKOR
Make a muscle shirt that says, “Making Tulkas Proud.”
The Batmary that's brilliant
I'll do it today.. you want one?
Imagine getting bullied and mistreated and Tulkas showing up , asking "Are they bothering you ?"
Tulkas has always been my favorite Valar and I'm so happy for him to finally get his own video!
"What'choo gonna do, Melkor? What'choo gonna do when Tulkamania and the largest arms in Valinor run wild on you?"
Tulkas reminds me of Gilgamesh or Enkidu.
"I'm coming for you Morgoth! You may have balrogs and dragons and orcs in the millions! THAT DOESN'T MATTER!!!"
@@Valdagast true and agreed on most of it.
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tulkamania i'm ded
I imagine Tulkas carrying the chained Melkor saying light weight baby!
*_LIIIIIGHT WEEEIIIIIGHT!!!!_*
What seems quite unique about Tulkas amongst the Valar is his light-heartedness. Laughter is something rare and precious in Tokien's works. I'm sure he'd befriend Tom Bombadil for this shared characteristic.
My favorite thing about Tulkas isn’t his massive power or his incredible acts of badassery, it’s the fact that he’s always happy and literally lives in the moment. He is joy, power, and the delight of combat rolled into one.
You’d be happy too if you were just a massive Chad
Tbh, he kinda sounds like Goku
Faenor was lucky Tulkas didn't tell him "you don;t wanna catch these hands punk"
He never would have left Valinor then. If he tried, Tulkas would "Puny god" him. Much with the same results.
But Tulkas is also the chillest of the Valar. He'd let that kid be a kid.
Didn't Tulkas beat Morgoth's crown into a collar, for him to wear?
@Eternal Cowboy Aule fashioned the chain
FAST TULKAS APPROACHING AT INCREDIBLY HIGH SPEED
Melkor: None on this Earth can challenge my power!
Tulkas: Did someone say challenge?
TULKAS!
I believe Tulkas is actually Eru Ilúvatar having a good time while covertly checking out his creation.
TULKAS THE CHAMPION OF VALAR WRESTLING 🤣🤣🤣!! You’re the best Yoysten!!
Melkor, when Tulkas approaches "Why do I hear booss music?"
Tulkas's laugh is boss music lol
Could you do a Fingolfin epic character history?
So from all these tales, all I've come to know about Melkor is that he's a boss at hide and seek.
What I like about Tulkas is that as far as Vala goes, he doesn't a shit, but when everyone else needs help they call on him to beat Melkor's ass. Several times. And he does this. Several times. The guy has one job, and he does it well.
Tulkas is like a bodybuilder who looks, and is, intimidating, but once you know him well, he's a fun guy to be with.
He seems like a mix between Thor and Heracles
"Gettin' real sick of your s**t, Melkor..." --Tulkas
This is an epic legend for sure! Love it!👍
Just a "thank you" message. Just found the channel in the last few days and it's been a blast. Keep up the good work.
Great to see visual images of Silmarillion characters. Sincerely, Melkor :)
Man, I cannot get enough of these videos. Especially the little life-hacks at the end, they are so very helpful.
I love this channel, not only is the lore detailed and interesting. But also, Yoystan is a great narrator. 👍
The Chad Tulkas vs the Virgin Melkor.
Morgoth: Tries to flee into the pits of Angband or Utumno.
Tulkas: "I'm fast as fuck BOI."
If Chris Hemsworth can play Thor, I can see him as Tulkas.
Nah not enough muscles
Hmmmm more muscles, you say?? Than maybe perhaps Jay Cutler the bodybuilder.
@@jesselaskowski3193 Yeah someone around 130kg+(280pounds) 190+ 6. 5
What about Tom hardy? He has that kinda bulky physique.
And that's why no one pays you to cast movies
I really appreciate your videos. You do a real through adaptation of the history while making it exciting yet not overly done. Looking forward to watching all your videos. Oh and I'm glad I finally know how to pronounce half the elvish names probably after for so!
Tulkas!
Fighter of Morgoth
Champion of the sun
He’s a master of karate and friendship for everyone!
Alas, my only regret is that I have but one like to give to this meme.
7:32 Messengers: "So Melkor-"
*Orome and Tulkas have left the chat*
i believe Yoystan is Tulkas himself
Man Tulkas is more than cool, he is awesome!!!!
TULKAAAS!!!
I’m so glad other folks feel the same about this LEGEND!
Thanks of the amazing video i was waiting for it 😁
Looking forward for the one 😀
Thank you, one of our favourite Vala!
Morgoth and Sauron disliked this video.
And Balrogs
LMAO 😂
I really loved this video...and another awesome fact about Tulkas is There are two other warrior vala in book of lost tales 1 Makar and his fierce sister Meassë. Tulkas sometimes goes to their house to wrestle with Makar as a practice of strength
Very nice use of sound clips *the laugh* gave some nice atmosphere to ur commentary. Nice editing!
I like your narrating in this video! You seem to enjoy this this individual Vala! He was one of my favorites as well as he took on Melkor and wrestled with him. This would be awesome to see in a movie. I often thought that the making of the Music of Ainur singing for Eru would be a glorious site and hearing. But, Yoystan you work out ? :) I knew it! I can tell by that strong voice of yours.
My favorite of the Valar and a name I have used in MMOs for almost 20 years.
Mah Boiiii. Tulkas 👏👏👏 The og challenger of Melkor.....
Been waiting on a new lore vid... Nice!
Thor from Disney Marvel: I am going to get a new hammer.
Tulkas: Hammer! Ha! Don't flail around when you should have more strength on your side. You don't seem to be a god to me.
Tulkas is a mix of Thor and The Hulk because of his look & fighting-skills. If there was a Silmarillion-movie. I think Chris Hemmsworth could play him!
No offence buddy but Thor from comics would take a dump on all the valar….
Especially rune king Thor
@@ibrahimsurti4922 i mean i compare Tulkas to Thor because of the look. Not power!
@@sebastiaanvanveen3719 nah then that would be sentry from marvel......
He is also know as the golden gladiator...... Just like the pic of tulkas from here
Tulkas: Tolkien's answer to Escanor
OMG my most wanted video ty so much !!!
Our boi, indeed! Top job, Yoystan!
Amazing video as usual Yoystan! Tulkas, your Valar, would be very proud of his Maiar. Tulkas is so awesome and because he is straightforward, he sees through Melkor's lying and scheming so well and should have been allowed by Manwe to beat Melkor into a pulp.
I vary much injoyed your complement to the maiar of tulkas. It gave me a mutch needed smile on this morning
The 47 dislikes are Melkor and his legion of the balrogs.
Love your video by the way. I feel that Tulkas is a mix of Thor and Heracles I imagine Tolkien was inspired by both of those mighty demigods. or maybe even chu Cullen?
Tulkas wasn't the one to go for advice to, but it seems like he was the only one who didn't want to release Melkor from imprisonment...how ironic.
I imagine that you are the greatest in strength. The greatest truly in so much Yoystan. Your arms are truly made of pure metal and woven into buff perfection. Such a dream it would be to see them.
Tulkas the blessed. He loves what he does, and he is also really good at it! Btw.: The laughing detail around 2:57 is very cool. 😎
thank you for that beautiful moral at the end
At the chaining of Melkor, I always imagined Tulkas smooshing his face into the dirt with one hand and laughing hysterically as he uncoils the chain Angainor with his other hand like "haha! You didn't think I was gonna getcha! lmao but I got you!" 🤣🤣
Tulsa’s definitely the most badass of the Valar. As men go, Hurin prior to capture, ‘70 times, day will come again’. Now that’s a great tag team. Lol. Thanks for my Sunday video. All you do is greatly appreciated.
The reason why Tulkas doesn't have much role during Silmarillion is that he only appears to unlock the key or in some cases to lock Melkor. His strength doesn't even need a weapon or maia that shows another power he is holding, maybe not fancy like other Valar. But in the end, his time is very limited except a real fight in official canon. Great video Yoystan!
My brother used to name himself tulkas in all our 1v1 and Co op games back then I was 5 I still see my brother as tulkas and can't make any character or account with that name it reminds me of my brother and i feel like im stealing his character 😂 and boy the lecture of this character is amazing "meet your troubles laughing at it with all your strength" thanks guys, great video!👌👌👌👌
Great video, Tulkas is absurdly awesome 😎
I am a bodybuilder and I got a great laugh and smile by the way you described Tolcas! Your videos are are my favorites by far just for your personality that you infuse into the wonderful descriptions of all! Honestly just out of curiosity I wish I could put a face with your name cuz I'd be curious to know what you look like. No homo of course I just got a picture in my head and your name if weather when you changed it to or your real name is pretty cool cuz I've never heard it before. My name is Brian and I know a million of those but I am still unique. Thank you for the hours and hours of joy and the wonderful message you put into all you do all these videos. Let's just say there is no discord in you at all and yes I think the Valar would be proud!! I know JRR Tolkien would be impressed himself by the Justice you do his videos.
How come I never saw this coming? I knew you liked Tulkas, but I didn't figure all this out. Lol XD
Another great video as always, Yoystan!
Nice work dude thanks
I particularly like this character feature, I was thinking about Tulkas the other day. I'm sure Melkor was extremely irritated to hear that laughter while getting his ass kicked
I love this video. Such an interesting character. Cheers mate
One thing that was always tough about Tolkien and his book is that it seems every person, place has 2/3/more names.
HE IS YOUR MASTER !!!
Tulkas is the nietzchean archetype of the "happy warrior". Concerned most with the present yet not nihilistic. Enjoys physicality yet never cruel
I had to subscribe because this video is too good!
Tulkas has always been my favourite of the Valar!
That dude definitely lifts
When Tulkas does pushups, he doesn’t push up. He pushes Middle-Earth down.