gaalsed
Gaalsed is a term that appears in J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, notably in *The Silmarillion*. It refers to the Elder Days, a period in the history of Arda (the world) that predates the First Age. This era is characterized by the presence of the Valar, the angelic beings who shaped the world, and the Elves, the firstborn children of Ilúvatar. The events of the Elder Days are central to the mythology of Middle-earth, detailing the creation of the world, the rebellion of Melkor (later Morgoth), and the early struggles of the Elves.
The Elder Days are often described as a time of great beauty and immense power, but also