Cameos have become an expectation of blockbuster franchises. Whether it's movies, TV shows, comics, or video games, if a new release is part of a major franchise, many fans expect to see at least one or two special guest appearances from previously established characters. A franchise entry certainly doesn't need a bunch of cameos to be good, but when it's treated with enough care, cameos can feel like a rewarding and well-deserved bit of fan-service. There's a possibility the upcoming Tales of the Shire could have its own share of cameos.