Riddle me this! Riddle me that!

 There once was a merciful man of great Merit As Mildhearted. To some he was
known as Maestri MiddleEarth but if asked whom he was, what might he say?

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 Rules:
 1. Tell Gorgar if you think you've solved the riddle.
 2. The first person to solve the riddle will be rewarded one piece of
equipment from my areas. (your choice)
 3. There are many solutions to this riddle but only one is correct. You must
choose the most appropriate one given the entire posting above. 
 4. At least one hint will be given if the riddle is not solved on the first
day.

 Good luck!