With rumors circulating that Warhorse Studios might be developing a new The Lord of the Rings RPG, fans are already speculating on which talent could transition from historical realism to Middle-earth. Recently, Tom McKay—the actor who portrays the protagonist Henry in the Kingdom Come: Deliverance series—shared his thoughts on which iconic character he would choose to play in such a hypothetical project.
Tom McKay's Ideal Lord of the Rings Character
In a recent discussion with Radio Times, McKay noted that Tolkien's world is brimming with "incredibly rich, complex characters." While the massive scale of Middle-earth offers endless possibilities for an actor, McKay revealed that his preference leans toward a specific archetype for a potential Lord of the Rings character.
If he were to step into the role, McKay expressed a desire to play someone possessing "Aragorn vibes." This suggests an interest in portraying a more seasoned, rugged hero than the relatively inexperienced Henry seen in the Kingdom Come franchise.
Moving Away From the Henry Persona
A key part of McKay's vision for a potential Middle-earth role involves avoiding typecasting. He expressed a clear interest in diversifying his acting range beyond the familiar tropes established by his work in Kingdom Come: Deliverance.
To ensure he isn't simply playing a different version of his previous role, McKay outlined several creative goals:
- Nudging his performance away from "Henry vibes."
- Exploring a broader palette of character types.
- Differentiating his presence within a high-fantasy setting.
"If I were to do it, and I flatter to think that anybody would want me to do it, I'd probably rather nudge it away from the Henry vibes a little bit," McKay said. "I quite like playing a sort of broad palette of characters."
While nothing has been officially confirmed regarding a Lord of the Rings game from Warhorse Studios, the prospect of seeing the star of Kingdom Come inhabit Middle-earth remains an exciting possibility for RPG enthusiasts.
