I would have to say LOTR. It's one of my favorite pins of all time (top 3 anyway) and I've had mine for 4+ years in a smaller collection. I had really high expectations for MET (LE model) before I played it and for me it just left me feeling a little flat, so I walked away after a few games with no interest in playing again.
I like LOTR for the journey it provides and it has a nice balance of deep rules, flow, lights, toys, and a great theme. The rules have enough things to shoot for that are difficult and in my case near impossible, so there is always plenty to look forward to. Can't imagine parting with it, but who knows, as new games come out it could happen.
I wouldn't completely discount a VE LOTR ever happening, I just think its going to be a higher price than most are hoping for. Having said that, if you really want one, you'll find one.