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History of the Universe

The entire historical timeline of the prime universe.

Before the Common Era

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From the beginning of the world to the birth of Christ.

  • Circa 14 Billion BCE
    Tolkien Comes into Existence

    The near infinitely powerful being known as Tolkien spontaneously comes into existence floating in the empty void of space.

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    The Void
  • Circa 14 Billion BCE
    Tolkien Writes the Lord of the Rings

    Tolkien writes the Lord of the Rings, the first, best, and most original work of fiction in the known universe.

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    The Lord of the Rings
  • Circa 14 Billion BCE
    Tom Bombadil Created

    Tolkien creates Tom Bombadil, his first son, out of a desire to have someone to share his new book with. He grants him a small portion of his 'Secret Fire' or the spark of creation that allows him to create things which are completely original so that they may collaborate on a sequel.

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    Secret Fire