Reviews (272)

ellie · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 10: Winterdark Tarn

that was intriguing and creepy as well. I wonder what is living there and just who is selecting the movies at this place. Hmmm... the plot thickens, the water deepens, and the watchers gain more eyes...

Parmalokwen · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 10: Winterdark Tarn

Whoops! Almost slipped there, Glorfindel. Just what did Jud think he heard when he heard Glorfindel say "Mo..." I wonder? Mithrellas and Nimrodel pretending to be cold was rather funny. What is the Thing by the Tarn? I know, I know, I must be patient... Sigh. I suppose it was too much to hope for that Marian and Deirdre would take the protest lying down. They were so proud of those horrid costumes, and they can't like losing control of the Academy like this. That said, unless Marian is an administrator of the Northern Lights Community College and has jurisdiction over non-classtime activities, I am not entirely certain that she was within her authority to do anything more than take back the stolen costume, until such time as the petition was actually presented to her. If she wasn't, shame on her. Speaking of the stolen costume, I neglected to mention my glee in my previous review when I saw that Elladan and Elrohir have embraced the very peculiar family tradition of Noble Burglary, in the footsteps of Beren and Isildur. Amusing though this take on elves-pretending-to-be-mortals is, I really do hope the Elves get to go home, either in this story or in a sequel. Because whenever I get to thinking too much about them, modern day Elf stories universally take on a certain bitterness, even if it wasn't really intended by the author. Personally, the idea of having to spend years pretending to be someone or something other than myself isn't my idea of a good time; it's really more of a nightmare. Since they aren't open about their immortality, they can't form anything more than a casual friendship with any mortal, as they have to remake their identities every 20 or so years to keep anyone from noticing that they aren't aging. The consequences of discovery, and the reason for their subterfuge, are more chilling: If they were discovered by the wrong people, and it was decided they weren't human, and therefore not people...well, that is when people do the most terrible things to each other.

Dreamflower · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 10: Winterdark Tarn

Oooh! More mystery! Something sleeps there... hmm... And I am curious to see the reaction to the Fashion Rebellion! The administration has got to be a little ticked off... but what did they expect?

Lynn H · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 10: Winterdark Tarn

The Watcher in the Water is creepy to think about, and I hope it stays asleep. However, I think some of the trees are already a little awake because they aren't trees. Most of the Elves took ship, but what about the other more-or-less immortals? Like Fanghorn and the Huorns?

6336 · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 10: Winterdark Tarn

Hm, seems that Melkor is still making his presence felt. Ski suits sound like a good idea, maybe they can get a discounr from the manufacturer for wearing them? Got to save a few pennies some where! Lynda

Larner · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 10: Winterdark Tarn

Considering these will be operating in arctic conditions, ski outfits would be far more appropriate than red and green Hobbit outfits! Heh! As for the monster at Winterdark Tarn--sounds as if the tarn were properly named, at least.

sazza · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 10: Winterdark Tarn

wow, this is really good. in fact, I think I will create an account here just to get alerts when you update! It has everything a good story needs, and it is just so intriguing, I just want to keep reading it, to know what happens next!

harrowcat · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 10: Winterdark Tarn

More than coincidences I am thinking! Loved the Hobbit and Mirkwood reference. Thinking of the Elves, and particularly Glorfindel, as on-going stewards of Creation is a comforting thought.

Kitty · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 9: Red Is So Not My Color

Love the idea with the snow globe, and I liked the archery lesson. The Elves seem to have fun with these lessons, and I am sure their students have fun, too. Ha, I knew it, I knew it! The costumes the school had designed had to be something absolutely terrible and embarassing! So I absolutely enjoyed the student's reaction. This time the Elves hadn't even to be the first one to rebel, the Mortals did a good job at this! And it was fun to watch everyone back away from Glorfindel. He has to be quite intimidating when he's in – can I call that 'balrog-slayer mode'? Interesting to watch how everyone – and not only the Elves – expect Glorfindel to take care of the situation and make things better. And from the looks of it, they're right. I enjoyed everything they did to get out of these ridiculous costumes! Thank you for a particularly enjoyable chapter! I love this story more and more with each chapter :-)

Kitty · 13 December 2009 · Chapter 8: Conversation In a Café

So Glorfindel is too young to be troubled? *LOL* Considering he has to be well over 10.000 years old that's too funny! That was an interesting conversation. When the waitress started talking about auras I got suspicious, and what she said further made me wonder even more. But even I didn't expect her to turn out to be Estë! That was quite a surprise. And Námo's there as well? Just proves that I was right - it was *not* a coincidence that they all lost their jobs at the same time. Well, I had already wondered if somehow any Valar and Maiar will turn up in the end, only I hadn't expected them to be there so early on! Now I just wonder what they are planning – do they want the six to finally go to Valinor or have they something different in mind? Can't wait to find out! And her advice that he's being too careful to hide his identity is interesting. Another thing I am curious to find out how it is going!

rick · 12 December 2009 · Chapter 8: Conversation In a Café

Hi, Fiondil, This whole story is such a hoot - and now the dei ex machina come into play. I have this weird vision in my head of Este & Namo rubbing their hands together & cackling a la Snidely Whiplash & the A Team - they love it when a plan comes together. In previous chapters, I also really liked Glorfindel & Daeron reacting to the twins' hairstyle wistfulness - I remember my Dad reacting pretty much the same way, a long time ago.

Sunny · 12 December 2009 · Chapter 9: Red Is So Not My Color

My brain really wasn't online yesterday - I spent the day mostly with my duvet and two woolen blankets pulled up all the way to my nose, shivering. I have reread the chapter today. No, I wouldn't want to be caought dead in something like that either. Still, the image of Glorfindel in a brass codpiece - and not much more - is interesting, though... ;-)

eliza · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 9: Red Is So Not My Color

LOL, love,love,love Elrohir and Elladan. I would have ducked and cover too. An angry Glorindel is not some thing I would want to be any where near either. Immensely enjoying this story.

Fantasia · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 9: Red Is So Not My Color

Fiondil, I don't know why I never read this before. It is so crazy and perfect. I'm at work and reading and trying not to laugh so loud!!! I can't wait for more chapters.... Good that the Valar are still around looking for our elves...

Parmalokwen · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 9: Red Is So Not My Color

Oy vey. The Elf Academy is in its first year, isn't it? That would explain so many silly things. Wow. EVERYTHING about those costumes is awful. The design, and the materials (felt deforms easily, the knees on those pants will look baggy in about two hours and will not go back, and it'll likely gather dirt like a vacuum cleaner), and that it's dry clean only.

Tari · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 5: Elf Legends and Legendary Elves

Words of wisdom from Glorfindel; Eru (God) can create or do anything he chooses. This archery match sounds like so much fun. Too bad it’s not real. I tried archery myself two or three times and really loved it. Of course it was not enough to become very good. Maybe I just didn’t have the right teacher. (giggles)

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 9: Red Is So Not My Color

ROFLOL!!!!! It seems Glorfi & co. don't need to take over the classes anymore, the Mortals do a good job of it on their own! And honestly, those uniforms? Ick! Seriously ick. Good for them, protesting it all! (By the way, love the snowglobe. I love snowglobes!!! Especially musical ones!) Can't wait to see what happens next! This time next week will be my last day before winter break, and when I come back, there will be a new teacher...my instructor's accepted a new job in Ventura, and she's leaving us! :( Eagerly awaiting the next installment! Tye-melin, Atar indonyo! Kaylee

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 8: Conversation In a Café

I have to admit, you got me with this one. Around about the time the 'aura' bit came into the conversation, I started realizing something was 'off' about "Esther", and perhaps she was a Maia or Valie, or something. But when I got to the end and it said "Este", I felt so ridiculous for not realizing it sooner! Her name was a dead giveaway (oh, and since Esther I believe means "Star", a nice nod to Gil-Estel...Hope is what Glorfi and company need right now, hope and renewed faith!) I should have realized it was Este...and can you believe it, I never figured out Namo at all? Not until you said his name! I guess I didn't really expect Este and Namo to be hanging out in an abandoned cafe...Este wearing gingham, the mind boggles. Tye-melin, Kaylee! *off to read current chapter*

harrowcat · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 9: Red Is So Not My Color

This was fun. My colleague was helping out Father Christmas at our local Christmas Fair last Saturday and wanted me to give him a white face with flour and a red nose. We had quite a discussion about the differences between Brazillian, American and British Santas.

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 7: How the Rest of the Week Went

Penny whistles? I had to look those up to see what you meant, Atar Fiondil. *grin* I've not heard much about them, but they look nice, maybe I should ask for one for Christmas... The trees are awakening and there's a watcher in the woods...hmm... On to the next chapter then! Tye-melin, Kaylee!

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 6: So Which One of These Is Rudolph?

Oh...just *wow*, Atar Fiondil. Right now I'm trying not to fall to the floor laughing at this re-read (the same reaction I had the first time, though I couldn't review then *grin* I have a feeling it'll get me every time!) The Lord of Forests and Lord of the Dead...lol! And Gandalf being gelded...I am sure Olorin would not appreciate hearing THAT one...*snicker* Elves are Elves no matter how much they try not to be! Noldor a strange bunch...hee...I think Peredhil are even worse *lol* but only in a good way! I love the twins and the way they treated the twin reindeer, with respect as they should. :) Tye-melin, Kaylee

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 5: Elf Legends and Legendary Elves

*snort* Talk about showing off! Especially Glorfi...*grin* I loved the chapter, Atar Fiondil, I could just see it! I bet the others are sorry they missed out on the fun! Kaylee

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 4: Elf Etiquette and Other Lessons

Oh no. Language lessons from the twins! ROFL, those poor Mortals, or should I say poor twins when Glorfi finally gets them alone...if they ever make it to Aman, just wait until Elrond and Celebrian hear THIS one...and them taking over the class was hysterical. "Greetings, fair mortals"? Right. *snort* Tye-melin, Kaylee!

Kaylee Arafinwiel · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 3: Getting Acquainted

Atar Fiondil, I've been reading as the chapters are posted. Just catching up on reviews. Oh sweet Valar, this was hysterical! I can't believe the twins actually got drunk...and here again is the (in)famous "The Elf and the Fruit Vendor"! And of course verse thirty-one! Which has something to do with turnips, lol. Oh well, we'll get it out of your Muse someday...maybe... Considering your Muse appears to be Lord Namo, he must know the song very, VERY well and is just not telling you. *considers said conversation with Lord Namo* *Kaylee goes up to Lord Namo, not really afraid of him because he's not (usually) as scary as he's painted* My Lord, would you mind teaching your Mortal admirers the words to verse thirty-one? *Namo raises eyebrow at Kaylee and other Mortal friends and says nothing* Hm, yes, he says nothing, Atar Fiondil. Maybe Varda told him not to tell. *pouts* Tye-melin, Kaylee!

Dreamflower · 11 December 2009 · Chapter 9: Red Is So Not My Color

Oh dear! Oh dear! Oh dear! ROTFL! Open rebellion! The descriptions were even worse than what I was first imagining-- something like that ridiculous outfit Will Farrel wore in "Elf" had come to mind. At least they didn't seem to come with red-and-green striped stockings-- though perhaps those had not come in yet...