I chose Eagle, though my actual favourite race are the Maiar, but as the Eagles are similarly under that, I can't complain, I still have my favourite

Hmm, why? I think because they are very much like the Maiar, they've seen the World, maybe helped create it. As Manw’ would have use the Eagles also for different things, I like the thought that they would have many stories to tell of him and the others. From the sky you can see alot of events, you always have an audience

If Eagles were not on the list, I'd probably go for the Elves. You can't beat their culture, grace and pointy ears. As well as the most faeriest like women I like the races that live a long time, more stories to tell to be straight...

The race of Man, Il’vatar's favoured race for they had received his Gift.

I didn't include Wizard because I figured everyone would want one.

I thought about adding Maiar in place of Wizards, Dragons, Eagles, and Balrog; and only added Nazgul for those of Gothic persuasion.

Provide me with a better Poll Suggestion and I'll use it next time or soon after.

Wizards! Pah! They think they're so great with their wands and swords and stuff. But who has to come and pick them up when they get stuck in a high place like foolish kittens? Us eagles, that's who!

Also Orcs are thought to have their origin in men or elves, so we might end up with a very short list in the end.

But I'm not sure what to vote for yet. But I do belive Gandalf himself would have voted for the Hobbits.

Virumor I think you've unfairly stuck ents in that group. They can multiply and are definitely a species in my opinion. After all, weren't they created in order to counter the dwarves?

I too believe Ents are a species. And a good one, old and honorable.

Do I sense pride in your words, Amarie? Eagles are truly the noble lords of the sky. If memory serves well first eagles were spirits, sent by Manwe to watch over Arda and bring him news after the founding of Valinore. And Gandalf being a Maia (and thus also a spirit) was few times supported by eagles. None will decline the grate power and nobility of their species.

I just want to say not to take Wizards easy for they have a purpose to be in Middle Earth. Not many really know what a burden this is. And even less know what a terrible faith awaits those, who fail their tasks on purpose. Remember Saruman...?

Races of ME are meant to represent some groups in real society, so yes they are very well prepared by the Professor. I believe it is part of the success of his work.

Propably you are right (as usual) and still there are similarities