A new fellowship has been announced for “The Rings of Power” season 2 and, if they’re anywhere near as perfectly cast as the original ensemble, we may be in for something special. Prime Video announced seven diverse new names as “recurring cast members” who’ll be joining the next stage of this story, which is currently filming in the U.K. and promises to dive even deeper into Tolkien’s immense lore. Gabriel Akuwudike, Yasen ‘Zates’ Atour, Ben Daniels, Amelia Kenworthy, Nia Towle, and Nicholas Woodeson have all joined the production in new roles, of whom Daniels is perhaps the most recognizable name after appearing in “The Crown,” Fox’s “The Exorcist,” and “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.”

Meanwhile, the villainous fallen elf Adar has been unexpectedly recast. Stepping into the very capable shoes of Joseph Mawle, the original actor in the role best known for his appearance as Benjen Stark in “Game of Thrones,” will be Sam Hazeldine (“Peaky Blinders,” “The Last Duel,” “The Sandman”). The reasons behind this creative choice, whether schedule-based or otherwise, are currently unknown.

Although no other details are presently forthcoming, we can guess a few major characters that at least some of these actors will be playing. Thanks to previous comments by co-creators and showrunners Patrick McKay and JD Payne, we know that the fabled elf Círdan the Shipwright will play a significant part in season 2 that may have something to do with those fancy new rings crafted by our heroes in the finale. After last season teased Galadriel’s husband Celeborn, it’s possible that he’ll appear at some point in season 2. Who knows who else may be in store?

Season 1 of “The Rings of Power” is currently streaming on Prime Video.