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The Lost Road, an unfinished book by Tolkien, gives us one of the most clear pictures of Numenor - and the mannish nation has a striking resemblance to 1600s Spain.

Tolkien created a nation on the verge of an industrial revolution, a nation that uses their knowledge to sail from one end of the world to the other, conquering foes and natives alike. They have a striking resemblance to conquistadors. I know this goes contrary to what many people believe, but when I read The Lost Road, that's the feeling I get.

I've always imagined Dark Numenoreans holding on to their ancient heritage, and having armour very similar to their ancestors.

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/originals/11/7f/58/117f58b1d0f25e0b2515e1bd0d7968ca.jpg

Plus, conquistador armour would just look pretty freaking awesome...