I find it interesting the level of importance that is placed on getting to valinor in LOTR , yes it takes a huge amount of shots and alot of time and is a different type of " fun" ( similar to say learning to play instrument where a lot of non fun practice goes into achieving the final goal) . What used to make LOTR a grind for me was starting every game using "valinor strategy" and not having fun trying to complete the more
challenging modes, ring frenzies ,elf gift mb etc. these days I have a lot of fun playing shorter with little goals in mind( complete witch king - freaking hard!!)
pretend valinor never existed and that completing TABA and DTR were the final goals of LOTR, if that was all that was available it would seem to be at comparable level of " fun" and achievement as completing attack mars and RTU ( non AFM owner but I think LOTR would be easier( more " fun"?)
How often do AFM owners get to RTU?