Is It Possible That Curunir Saruman Killed the Blue Wizards When They Journeyed to the East?

In J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium, the fate of the Blue Wizards Alatar and Pallando, who journeyed into the East, is largely left ambiguous. Tolkien mentioned them in his writings, particularly in Unfinished Tales and The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien. There is no direct evidence in Tolkien's texts to suggest that Saruman Curunir killed the Blue Wizards. While Saruman was known for his treachery and desire for power, especially in his later years, the Blue Wizards' journey was meant to aid in the fight against Sauron. It is possible that they could have faced challenges or even perished in their efforts, but the texts do not explicitly state that Saruman was involved in their demise. Additionally, some interpretations suggest that the Blue Wizards might have succeeded in their mission in the East, potentially even leading resistance against Sauron's influence there. This interpretation is not based on any specific text from Tolkien, but rather on fan and scholarly theories. Ultimately, their story remains one of the many mysteries in Tolkien's works, allowing for various interpretations and theories by fans and scholars alike. Despite what Tolkien said in various letters, we can conclude some things about them. First, Sauron and Saruman did not have other sorcerers in their employ during the Lord of the Rings (LOTR) excluding Radagast. Neither did the Blue Wizards come to the aid of Middle Earth. This means they were neutralized in some fashion. Based on that, we can conclude that either 1) their mortal forms were destroyed with their spirits traveling back to the Undying Lands and not returning or 2) they were imprisoned, similar to how Gandalf was temporarily imprisoned. Only one of the Blue Wizards was ever supposed to be on the quest to begin with, with the other one simply being a companion. So, it is likely only one would have returned if that were going to happen. It is unlikely that Saruman turned on these subordinate wizards or destroyed their mortal forms. A more likely prospect is that Saruman witnessed the fate of the Blue Wizards, which destroyed his faith and started him on the path of corruption. Further, we know that Saruman wanted to prove he was better than Gandalf. In trying to prove his superiority, he may have accidentally led the Blue Wizards to their downfall by leading them on a mission against the underestimated forces of evil in the East. For example, an intelligence gathering mission that turned out to be a trap for all of them, with only Saruman escaping. In summary, it is more likely that the Blue Wizards were physically destroyed or captured as a result of Saruman's arrogance and incompetence, and that Saruman witnessed this. This would explain Saruman's lack of faith in the ability of Middle Earth to overcome the forces of Sauron. Theories about the fate of the Blue Wizards add an intriguing layer to the history of Middle Earth, and interpretations vary widely based on individual theories and interpretations of Tolkien's works.

Conclusion:

There is no definitive answer to whether Saruman Curunir killed the Blue Wizards. However, theories and interpretations suggest a plausible scenario where Saruman's actions and the fate of the Blue Wizards intertwined. This scenario explains Saruman's transformation and his ultimate fall. The story of the Blue Wizards and their fates continue to captivate fans and scholars, inviting extensive discussions and interpretations.