Fiondil

I am a fifty something male Tolkien fan who's lived in Middle-earth part time for over thirty years (I can even show you my bedroom window in Imladris, thanks to the movies!). Besides writing Tolkien fanfic I like to dabble in Tolkienian linguistics and enjoy writing in and translating the Elvish languages. I also like to embroider and have even done an embroidered map of Middle-earth. Update by moderator: Fiondil passed away into the West on January 28, 2015. He is sorely missed.

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• Christmas at Edhellond: An Elf Academy Tale

  The Elves from Valinor celebrate their first Christmas in Wiseman. A Yule gift for all my faithful readers. May you live blessed. My thanks as always to Alassiel and Ellie for the betas. [Moderator note: Restored after being deleted in the 01/25 hack. Thank you to the long-time reader who notified us that some chapters were still missing. They are now restored. Original publication dates: 12/03/2012 to 02/01/2013]

  G · 18 chapters · Complete · Published 16 May 2026 · Updated 19 May 2026 · Reviews (5)

• Elf Academy 4 - The Unfinished Tales

  Disclaimer: These are the unfinished chapters of Fiondil's last story about his Elf Academy.NB: Ellie and I have decided to try and finish Fiondil's last story. I need to look through his notes to see whether he had written any regarding how he wanted to progress the story. Please, Please bear with us while we do this. We need to try and get inside Fiondil's head and agree what sort of path we will take which will be closest to what he would have written.

  PG-13 · 61 chapters · In progress · Published 25 January 2016 · Updated 5 April 2017 · Reviews (558)

• Elf Academy 3: The Enemy Within

  Having survived the turmoil of the previous year, the Elves and their Mortal friends look forward to a New Year with hope and anticipation, but all is not rosy and many challenges still lie ahead. As always, many thanks to my beta-moms, Alassiel and Ellie.

  PG-13 · 120 chapters · Complete · Published 28 December 2013 · Updated 18 February 2015 · Reviews (2,009)

• In the High King's Secret Service

  240 years after the last Vanya left Tirion-on-Túna for Vanyamar, High King Ingwë sends a delegation back to the first city of the Eldar to negotiate a trade agreement with the Noldor. Among those in the delegation is a newly made loremaster named Valandur. This is his story. My thanks to Alassiel and Ellie for the betas. This one is for you, Ellie, because you asked.

  PG-13 · 45 chapters · Complete · Published 11 June 2013 · Updated 6 December 2013 · Reviews (392)

• The Journey Home

  Sometime after the end of the Fourth Age there was an Ice Age, destroying the great civilizations of Middle-earth. Unfaded and with nowhere else to go, an Elf walks out onto the ice seeking death, but finds something else instead. My thanks to Alassiel and Ellie for the betas and to Sunny for her suggestions and support. This one is for you, my friend.

  PG-13 · 44 chapters · Complete · Published 1 February 2013 · Updated 1 July 2013 · Reviews (648)

• Tales from Vairë's Loom

  A collection of ficlets, vignettes and short stories inspired primarily by prompts from a variety of different sources. Rating is for later stories. My thanks to Alassiel and Ellie for the beta.

  PG-13 · 46 chapters · In progress · Published 5 June 2009 · Updated 18 June 2013 · Reviews (446)

• Elf Academy Part Deux

  One year after Glorfindel and his friends take over the Northern Lights Community College’s Elf Academy, trouble looms. Rating is for adult themes involving college life. My thanks to Alassiel and Ellie for the beta.

  PG-13 · 87 chapters · Complete · Published 15 January 2012 · Updated 9 November 2012 · Reviews (1,246)

• A Long-Expected Wedding

  Their Majesties, Arafinwë and Eärwen, cordially invite you to the Wedding of their son, Findaráto, and Lady Amarië of the Vanyar on Midsummer’s Day... the Wedding everyone’s been waiting for. Let’s hope things go smoothly for the bride and groom. *snicker* Thanks as always to my betas, Alassiel and Ellie.

  PG · 32 chapters · Complete · Published 7 June 2011 · Updated 11 January 2012 · Reviews (390)

• In Darkness Bound

  In the aftermath of the Darkening, three kings search for meaning in the midst of tragedy. One seeks absolution; another, vengeance, while the third merely endeavors to salvage what he can from the disaster and protect his people from future harm. All may find what they are looking for, though not necessarily in the way they expect, for, as always, the Valar have their own agenda. Many thanks go to my betas, Alassiel and Ellie.

  PG-13 · 131 chapters · Complete · Published 27 August 2010 · Updated 25 November 2011 · Reviews (941)

• At Manwë's Feet: Studies in Tolkien's World

  A series of essays covering a wide range of topics concerning Tolkien's Middle-earth. This series will be posted on an infrequent basis as the Muse inspires me. Many thanks to Alassiel for the beta and Ellie for the encouragment.

  G · 2 chapters · In progress · Published 14 July 2010 · Updated 13 October 2010 · Reviews (14)

• Elf, Interrupted: Book Two: Glorfindel's Quest

  As the Reborn and the Returnees struggle to find acceptance among the Elves of Aman, Glorfindel sets out to find answers to his own questions, which will ultimately lead him back to Middle-earth. A continuation of Elf, Interrupted: Book One: Glorfindel Redux. As always, my thanks to Alassiel for the beta.

  PG-13 · 151 chapters · Complete · Published 15 March 2008 · Updated 20 August 2010 · Reviews (1,565)

• The Findaráto Diaries

  A hundred years before Glorfindel was released from Mandos, Finrod Felagund, once King of Nargothrond, was reborn to walk with his father in Eldamar. This is his story. A companion tale to Elf, Interrupted. As always, my sincerest thanks go to Alassiel for the beta.

  PG-13 · 38 chapters · Complete · Published 2 June 2009 · Updated 11 February 2010 · Reviews (348)

• Elf Academy

  Desperate for employment, six Elves who never left Middle-earth, decide to apply for the one position that is ready-made for them — being Elves. There’s just one catch. A Yule giftfic for all my friends. Rating is for adult themes involving college life. Nai Eru lyë mánata [May Eru bless you]. MEFA 2010: First Place: Modern Times: General.

  PG-13 · 20 chapters · Complete · Published 15 November 2009 · Updated 4 January 2010 · Reviews (272)

• Fiondil's Tapestry

  A collection of unrelated ficlets and vignettes inspired by the Tolkien Tango prompts found at the Leaf and Stone Yahoo Group. Rating for future stories. Thanks to Alassiel for the beta.

  PG-13 · 64 chapters · Complete · Published 20 February 2008 · Updated 15 May 2009 · Reviews (715)

• Stirrings of Shadow

  A sequel to Tâd Edhel a Firion in which Aragorn, as Thorongil, journeys to the court of Edoras to take service with Thengel King. PLEASE NOTE: this story is not written in the same vein as the earlier story. It is much more serious, although there is still humor. Thanks to Alassiel, as always, for the beta-read. MEFA 2007: 1st Place: Adventure (Incomplete).

  PG-13 · 71 chapters · Complete · Published 1 March 2007 · Updated 13 May 2009 · Reviews (427)

• The Wars of the Valar

  Before the Coming of the Children, before Arda was even created, the Valar labored in wastes unmeasured and unexplored, and in ages uncounted and forgotten while Melkor sought to dominate all to his own desires and purposes. This is their story. As always, my thanks go to Alassiel for the beta-read. MEFA 2008: Honorable Mention: Longer Works (General).

  PG-13 · 58 chapters · Complete · Published 10 July 2007 · Updated 30 January 2009 · Reviews (559)

• Once Upon a Blizzard

  As a blizzard rages, a tale is told. Beta by Alassiel with my thanks. Second Place in the Teitho Contest ‘Once Upon A Time’.

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 17 January 2009 · Updated 17 January 2009 · Reviews (15)

• Snowbirds

  Finrod and Vorondil do some bonding while mourning the absence of a dear friend during the Winter Solstice. A Yulefic gift for Rhyselle. Beta by Alassiel as always with my thanks.

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 6 January 2009 · Updated 6 January 2009 · Reviews (14)

• The Last Messenger: A Tale of Númenor

  Twenty-four years before the Downfall, Isildur lies near death after stealing a seed of the White Tree, Nimloth, and the Valar have sent a lone elf to the island on one final mission, a mission that may very well cost him his life. Features Laurendil from Elf, Interrupted. Thanks to Alassiel as always for the beta. MEFA 2008: Honorable Mention: Second and Early Third Age(General).

  PG · 24 chapters · Complete · Published 5 January 2008 · Updated 10 June 2008 · Reviews (127)

• Ab 'Urth

  Sequel to Playing Chess With Lord Námo. Legolas struggles to regain his memories after returning from the Halls of Mandos. Rated for the Judgment scene and for some implied adult content. Thanks again to Alassiel for the beta.

  PG-13 · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 16 January 2008 · Updated 17 January 2008 · Reviews (15)

• Beginnings

  Shortly after his arrival in Aman, Erestor meets with some surprising figures and is asked to tell a tale of the beginning of a friendship. Thanks to Alassiel for the beta.

  G · 2 chapters · Complete · Published 15 January 2008 · Updated 15 January 2008 · Reviews (24)

• Playing Chess With Lord Námo

  Aragorn is on a mission to save more than Legolas' life... he has to also save his own and when the Lord of Mandos plays for souls he takes no prisoners. Rated for character death (sort of). Thanks to Alassiel for the beta and others for their input. Mellon Chronicles 2008: 1st Place: Best Legolas Angst Story.

  PG-13 · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 8 December 2007 · Updated 25 December 2007 · Reviews (19)

• Estel Chel

  Aragorn is smirking, Legolas is sighing and Glorfindel has a confession to make. A Yule no one in Annúminas will likely forget for some time. Takes place in the Fourth Age. The first of two Naked Yule stories. Rated for adult themes. Thanks to Alassiel for the beta and others for feedback.

  PG-13 · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 1 December 2007 · Updated 23 December 2007 · Reviews (15)

• Elf, Interrupted: Book One: Glorfindel Redux

  Glorfindel died... Glorfindel returned to Middle-earth... but what happened to him between these two events? Rating due to high angst level and adult themes, though nothing graphic. This one is for Alassiel, the best beta-mom in all of Arda, because she loves my depictions of the Valar, especially Lord Námo. MPA 2007: 3rd Place: Undying Lands; MEFA 2007: 2nd Place: Drama (Elves in Later Ages).

  PG-13 · 143 chapters · Complete · Published 20 November 2006 · Updated 8 December 2007 · Reviews (1,161)

• Parting Gifts

  Two friends say good-bye, but not before imparting gifts to one another. This is not quite a sequel to "Somewhere I Have Never Traveled" but follows from it. Character death. A birthday fic for Nina. Thanks for the beta, Alassiel. Mellon Chronicles 2008: 1st Place: Best Character Death Story; MEFA 2008: 1st Place: Cross-cultural (Post-Ring War).

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 21 October 2007 · Updated 21 October 2007 · Reviews (19)

• Retribution

  For those who read Agape4Gondor's "My Sword Sings" and wondered as to Amandil and Boromir's fates after death. This story is inspired by a wish on Agape's part to know how Námo handles evil people and is posted with her blessing. Thanks as always to Alassiel for the beta.

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 14 June 2007 · Updated 14 June 2007 · Reviews (5)

• Somewhere I Have Never Traveled

  At long last, Arwen comes to Mandos. Her reception, however, is not what she expected. A New Year's gift to all. Rating due to mild language and character death. Thanks always to Alassiel for the beta-read. MPA 2007: 2nd Place: Best Arwen Death Story; MEFA 2008: Honorable Mention: Fourth Age and Beyond (General).

  PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 20 February 2007 · Updated 20 February 2007 · Reviews (21)

• Aragorn in Mandos

  The title says it all. A special Valentine's Day gift to all my friends. Thanks to Alassiel as always for the beta-read.

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 13 February 2007 · Updated 13 February 2007 · Reviews (17)

• Safe In My Arms

  Faramir comes to Mandos. A companion piece to "Drawing Straight With Crooked Lines" and "Lord Námo's Yule Gift". Happy New Year! MEFA 2007: Honorable Mention: Drama (General).

  PG-13 · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 1 January 2007 · Updated 1 January 2007 · Reviews (7)

• Lord Námo's Yule Gift

  Because even the Lord of Mandos can use some holiday cheer at times and who better to give it than a couple of hobbits. A special Yule gift to all my friends at Stories of Arda. WARNING 1: Character deaths (though you wouldn’t know it to look at them). WARNING 2: This story was written with tongue firmly in cheek... and I take no prisoners! Thanks to Alassiel for the beta-read. MEFA 2007: 2nd Place: Humor (General).

  PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 15 December 2006 · Updated 15 December 2006 · Reviews (14)

• Erestor in the Dock

  For those who wanted to know what happened to Erestor. A companion piece to "Elladan and Elrohir's Not So Excellent Adventure". Thanks again go to Alassiel for the beta.

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 15 November 2006 · Updated 15 November 2006 · Reviews (10)

• The Other Balrog-Slayer

  Most of the songs sung about the Fall of Gondolin revolve around Glorfindel, but there was another who fought a Balrog that night and paid the ultimate price. A story for Veteran's Day and dedicated to all the nameless unsung heroes of Arda whose deeds of valor are known only to Eru. Thanks go to Alassiel for the beta-read.

  PG · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 13 November 2006 · Updated 13 November 2006 · Reviews (17)

• Elladan and Elrohir's Not So Excellent Adventure

  For those who enjoyed my story "Tâd Edhel a Firion" comes another tale in a similar vein detailing Elladan's and Elrohir's first solo foray across the Misty Mountains. Rating is due to some intense scenes and mild profanity. Thanks goes to Alassiel for the beta-reading. MEFA 2007: 2nd Place: Elves (General).

  PG-13 · 8 chapters · Complete · Published 25 October 2006 · Updated 10 November 2006 · Reviews (44)

• All the Tides of the World

  Even the Valar need help now and then, and, in this case, they receive it from an unexpected source. A tale inspired by comments made by Gandalf and Melian (in my stories "Sent Unto Men, Part II" and "Lúthien's Gift"). My thanks to Alassiel for being such a great beta-mom. Hopefully, one day I can return the favor.

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 16 September 2006 · Updated 16 September 2006 · Reviews (6)

• Tâd Edhel a Firion

  Traveling with Elves may prove hazardous to one's health, as Estel is about to find out, especially when one of those Elves is your adar! Mellon Chronicles 2007: 1st Place: Best Elrond-Estel Story

  PG-13 · 16 chapters · Complete · Published 5 August 2006 · Updated 15 August 2006 · Reviews (121)

• Drawing Straight With Crooked Lines

  Forgiveness, like charity, begins at home. Boromir's death from Boromir's POV. The opening scene is movie-verse, only because it's so dramatic and Sean Bean does such a great job with this scene. Thanks to Alassiel for the beta-read. MEFA 2007: 3rd Place: Drama (General).

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 8 June 2006 · Updated 8 June 2006 · Reviews (25)

• Lúthien's Gift

  With her daughter lost to her and her husband dead she left Middle-earth vowing never to return, but could such a vow hold up against the wishes of the One? This one is for Alassiel because she asked. A prequel to "Sent Unto Men - Parts I & II".

  G · 5 chapters · Complete · Published 2 February 2006 · Updated 2 February 2006 · Reviews (19)

• Sent Unto Men: Part II

  Because Alassiel told only half the story. A special honor is accorded to one who served his king well.

  G · 1 chapter · Complete · Published 3 January 2006 · Updated 3 January 2006 · Reviews (9)