Stories of Arda
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'Until I return I can say no more. But it is most like that you shall fly from the Land of the Star with no star to guide you; for that land is defiled. Then you shall lose all that you have loved, foretasting death in life, seeking a land of exile elsewhere. But east or west the Valar alone can say.'
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Stories
5,371 stories in the archive
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Heart of the Elvenking by Nieriel Raina
A collection of short stories focusing on Thranduil, his interactions with his family and life in Mirkwood.
G · 2 chapters · In progress · Published 13 April 2015 · Updated 5 November 2015 · Reviews (3)
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In Empty Lands by Larner
To reflect the experiences of the Fellowship, mostly as seen through the eyes of Boromir, son of Denethor. Title taken from the lament sung by Aragorn and Legolas as Boromir's funeral boat is committed to Rauros Falls and the river.
PG-13 · 31 chapters · In progress · Published 26 October 2008 · Updated 1 November 2015 · Reviews (285)
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The Way through the Woods by Linda Hoyland
Aragorn is lost in the fog.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 31 October 2015 · Updated 31 October 2015 · Reviews (5)
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The Mumak by Armariel
The children of King Elessar are about to witness an exciting event.
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 23 October 2015 · Updated 23 October 2015 · Reviews (6)
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Ruin by Laikwalâssê
While searching the ruins of Angrenost after the ring war Glorfindel makes a discovery he had never thought possible……
PG-13 · 14 chapters · Complete · Published 26 May 2015 · Updated 17 October 2015 · Reviews (67)
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A Long and Weary Way by Canafinwe
After fifteen years of fruitlessly searching for the creature called Gollum, Gandalf forsook the hunt. Though Aragorn persevered for a time, tracking his quarry on the marches of Mordor, he too despaired at last and began his homeward journey...
PG-13 · 82 chapters · Complete · Published 14 November 2013 · Updated 15 October 2015 · Reviews (499)
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The Lark and the Lost Key by Parmadae
The Old Took takes a 12-year-old Bilbo Baggins on a mission to find a key that was lost by a very old friend. The first of perhaps many stories to explore the friendship between Gandalf and the Old Took because it's my belief that Gandalf chose Bilbo to be his burglar because he really wanted to bring along his grandfather.
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 12 October 2015 · Updated 12 October 2015 · Reviews (6)
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Meeting Not Forgotten by TolkienScribe
In the gardens of Rivendell, Bilbo is caught up with both age and memories of his past. But it is quiet and peaceful and he has a companion to reminisce with. Complete.
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 4 October 2015 · Updated 4 October 2015 · Reviews (6)
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The Naming of Faramir Took by Periantari
Why did Pippin name his son, Faramir? A little ficlet to explore this.
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 24 September 2015 · Updated 24 September 2015 · Reviews (4)
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Stirrups and Stitches by Linda Hoyland
Arwen and Éowyn try to help a distressed young Princess.
PG-13 · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 17 September 2015 · Updated 23 September 2015 · Reviews (13)
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Ten by Antane
A celebration of Frodo's 10th birthday and Bilbo's 88th. And also to mark my 10th anniversary here. :) Happy Hobbit Day!
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 22 September 2015 · Updated 22 September 2015 · Reviews (6)
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The Lineage by shirebound
Eldarion has a request that takes his father by surprise.
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 16 December 2014 · Updated 16 September 2015 · Reviews (8)
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Tailings and Tales by Canafinwe
Life in Bree is comfortable but often a little dull. A dreary November evening at a busy inn takes a turn when a certain young boy discovers that his parsimonious father has made an exception to the firmest rule of the house. A tale of first meetings, in four parts.
PG · 4 chapters · Complete · Published 5 September 2015 · Updated 11 September 2015 · Reviews (42)
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Return to Rivendell by Linda Hoyland
Aragorn, Faramir and their wives and children pay a visit to Rivendell. A series of glimpses of their stay there.
PG · 7 chapters · Complete · Published 21 December 2014 · Updated 31 August 2015 · Reviews (34)
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Salsify And Chocolate Lembas by Nieriel Raina
On a trip to Imladris, Legolas learns about Estel's favorite, if strange, food. A story inspired by my wonderful ALEP family. Dedicated to Alexia Silvermoon
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 29 August 2015 · Updated 29 August 2015 · Reviews (6)
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The Middle of Middle-earth by shirebound
There are a few important details missing from Elrond's map. Characters: Elrond, Pippin, Merry
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 25 August 2015 · Updated 26 August 2015 · Reviews (9)
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The Devilry of Edoras by Canafinwe
Newly come to Rohan, Thorongil struggles to cope with hard labour, strange food, a new tongue, the challenges of communal living, and inevitable homesickness. When he is taken one evening by a horrifying surprise, he finds he has reached his breaking point. A tale in two parts.
G · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 23 August 2015 · Updated 24 August 2015 · Reviews (19)
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The Sell-Sword and the Prince by Canafinwe
A mirror image is not a duplicate of the original, but rather its untransposable opposite. So it is with the Steward’s son and his great rival, though only those in the innermost circle of the court can see it. A newcomer to Minas Tirith witnesses a strained moment between Lord Denethor and Captain Thorongil.
PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 17 August 2015 · Updated 17 August 2015 · Reviews (12)
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Pebbles From Arda by Virtuella
A collection of shorter pieces. Ch.8: Eight Legolas Vignettes Ch.9: Early Lessons in Moral Reasoning Ch.10: Echoes. A birthday gift for Linda Hoyland. Ch.11: A Trusty Tune. A Gildor gapfiller Ch 12: Troll Courtship. A silly filk Ch 13: Two poems Ch 14: Elfhelm has a surprise Ch 15: Bearing the News. A very special meeting Ch 16: Come May: A moment of transition
PG · 18 chapters · In progress · Published 2 August 2008 · Updated 14 August 2015 · Reviews (104)
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Marshland by Linaewen
Boromir rests during his journey north and does some fishing.
G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 8 August 2015 · Updated 8 August 2015 · Reviews (3)