Here's how the Three Rings impacted the Elves who bore them:
* Extended Life: The rings slowed the aging process of the Elves, allowing them to live for even longer periods, preserving their youth and vigor. However, it was not a complete halt to aging, as the Elves still grew weary over time, and their desire to leave Middle-earth grew stronger.
* Increased Power and Beauty: The rings amplified the natural beauty and innate powers of the Elves. They enhanced their skill in crafts, music, and magic. They were said to "preserve the beauty of the world" and maintain harmony in their surroundings.
* Connection to Valinor: The rings possessed a powerful connection to the Undying Lands, Valinor, the home of the Valar and the Eldar (High Elves). This connection helped to maintain the beauty and peace of Lothlórien, Rivendell, and Lindon, the regions where the rings were kept.
* Vulnerability to Sauron's Influence: The rings were part of a larger scheme by Sauron to control Middle-earth. While not directly subservient to the One Ring, the Three were still vulnerable to its power, and their bearers experienced the weight of its influence.
The Three Rings were ultimately tools for maintaining the beauty and harmony of Middle-earth, but they also brought a sense of melancholy and longing for the Elves. They represented a desperate attempt to hold onto their fading power and preserve their home in a world increasingly dominated by darkness.
While the Three Rings did not directly corrupt the Elves, they did play a role in the events of the Third Age, contributing to the Elves' ultimate departure from Middle-earth.